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Testing fumigant films that keep the air clean

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) researchers have found a way to help growers minimize emissions of fumigants used as soil treatments.

Biology / Ecology

created Jul 26, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

EPA tightens rules on pesticide linked to deaths

(AP) -- Federal officials have moved quickly to clamp down on the use of potent rodent-killing pesticides after one was linked to the deaths of two Utah girls earlier this year.

Space & Earth / Environment

created Apr 08, 2010 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Tragedies emphasize need for caution when applying pesticides

Recent deaths of two Utah children are tragic reminders that people who apply pesticides should always read product labels and follow their instructions, says Montana State University Pesticide Education Specialist Cecil ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Mar 11, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Termite killer lingers as a potent greenhouse gas

Sulfuryl fluoride (SO2F2), a gas commonly used to rid buildings of termites and other pests, is a greenhouse gas that remains in the atmosphere about 36 years, six to 10 times longer than previously thoug ...

Space & Earth / Earth Sciences

created Mar 10, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 1