Re: Rotenone Hazards? -Reply

Steve Groff (sgroff@epix.net)
Fri, 17 Dec 1999 12:50:17 -0500

"Wilson, Dale" wrote:

> Steve,
>
> > So, could we apply the same reasoning to the pasture
> > herbicide "Ally" (broadleaves)? It is undectectable in
> > cows milk even if they munch on grass that is still wet
> > from the chemical application.(so I'm told) Could it
> > possibly be that some of the newer pesticides are *safer*
> > then those allowed in some circumstances for certified
> > organic growers?
>
> That's beside the point. This isn't really a biological issue.
>

I was trying to ask if some of the newer pesticides are *safer* or
*better* for the environment then some of the pest/disease controls now
used in organic production- be it rotenone, sulfer, or whatever.

--
Steve Groff

"Enhancing the Environment" http://www.cedarmeadowfarm.com/ Cedar Meadow Farm 679 Hilldale Road Holtwood, PA 17532 USA

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