UC scientists are working on alternatives to methyl bromide - used for years as a soil fumigant, particularly in strawberry fields. Methyl bromide is an odorless, colorless gas that the Environmental Protection Agency has classified as an ozone-depleting substance and a national phase-out is currently underway.
Two articles that are useful"State poised to OK supertoxic pesticide" by: Peter Fimrite, Chronicle Staff Writer Wednesday, June 2, 2010.
Warning about strawberry field chemical ignored, scientists say By: Amy Standen
IfilmORG 1 year ago
That's healthy!
luvz2drum99 1 year ago
we fumigated with methyl bromide today and it took my breath away and made my eyes water for a while... very toxic stuff!!
harrelsontanner 2 years ago