Portland’s ban on synthetic pesticides goes into effect
Great news: Beginning this spring, the use of synthetic pesticides in Portland, Maine will be prohibited unless granted an emergency waiver. “Adopted just over a year ago, Portland’s pesticide ordinance bans synthetic pesticides use on lawns, gardens, landscaped areas, patios, sidewalks, driveways, parks and playing fields. Only organic treatments can be used to beat back weeds and insects such as grubs.”1 Avery Kamila, a co-founder of Portland Protectors and advocator of the ban said, “It’s very exciting that Portland has become a leader in the worldwide movement to minimize synthetic pesticides and adopt organic land care techniques. The challenge now...
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