Toxicologist Warns of Surge in Illegal Hazardous Pesticides in South Africa
By Odwa Mkentane Toxicologist Dr Gerhard Verdoorn has warned that the country is facing a serious problem with the illegal importation and distribution of highly hazardous pesticides. Verdoorn says some undocumented migrants bring banned pesticides across the northern and eastern borders to trade for local currency. He also notes that some communities mistakenly believe highly toxic pesticides such as aldicarb and terbufos are effective rodenticides, despite the severe health risks […]
