Argentina to maintain use of crop pesticides
- 12 years ago
Campaigners in a Argentina have lost their fight against the excessive use of agrochemicals in a landmark agricultural ruling.
The trial, the first of its kind in Latin America was critical for Argentina’s economy as the world’s third-largest soybean exporter.
Activists claimed the excessive use of chemical sprays were toxic to poorer communities residing near crop farms.
It is hoped the ruling will open the debate for a review of fumigation policies.
Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo has more from Cordoba province in Argentina.
The trial, the first of its kind in Latin America was critical for Argentina’s economy as the world’s third-largest soybean exporter.
Activists claimed the excessive use of chemical sprays were toxic to poorer communities residing near crop farms.
It is hoped the ruling will open the debate for a review of fumigation policies.
Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo has more from Cordoba province in Argentina.