Common weed killer, 2,4-D, said to cause cancer
Canada’s most common weed killer, 2,4-D, said to cause cancer
Canada’s most common weed killer, 2,4-D, said to cause cancer
Provided by: Canadian Press
Written by: DENNIS BUECKERT
Apr. 24, 2006
OTTAWA (CP) - The most commonly used weed killer on Canadian lawns and gardens - known only as 2,4-D - is “persuasively linked” to cancer, neurological impairment and reproductive problems, says a new study.
The report in the journal Paediatrics and Child Health directly contradicts a recent re-assessment of 2,4-D by the federal Pest Management Regulatory Agency, which found the product does not cause cancer and can be used safely on lawns if directions are followed.
The product 2,4-D is found in many common pesticides, and has been controversial for decades.