Glyphosate

Council Decides on Weedkiller Trial After Petition with 26000 Signatures

Council Decides on Weedkiller Trial After Petition with 26000 Signatures

Councillors agree to test weedkiller halt after a petition. Trial follows concerns about wildlife and cancer risks. Council Decides on Weedkiller Trial After Petition with 26000 Signatures The council will test stopping a weedkiller. This weedkiller contains glyphosate. The test will happen in some areas. A petition asked the council to stop using it. Over…

Midlothian May Increase Weed Killer Use Due to Climate Change

Midlothian May Increase Weed Killer Use Due to Climate Change

Climate change extends growing season. Earlier weedkiller use is cheaper, despite being controversial. Midlothian May Increase Weed Killer Use Due to Climate Change Midlothian leaders might use weedkiller earlier. They cite climate change as the reason. They want to start in March, not June. This uses glyphosate on specific spots. Starting in March saves about…