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This pesticide may be too dangerous to use. Farmers say they need it.
Paraquat is a pesticide that was commercialized in the 1960s and quickly became one of the world’s most popular weedkillers. While farmers see weeds wilt and brown within hours of applying it, its use has raised concerns regarding its potential danger.
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- Vermont is first state to ban toxic herbicide paraquat, as others may follow