Bayer tests new herbicide in Boulder County amid environmental concerns

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What happened

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BAYER is testing a new herbicide, indaziflam, in Boulder County, Colorado, using drone spraying in the Red Hill area. County officials state the testing is an essential measure to eliminate invasive weeds and mitigate the risk of dangerous wildfires. However, researchers warn that the chemical poses serious risks to vulnerable species and human health, including through runoff into groundwater and water used for crop irrigation.

From aol.co.uk

Why it matters

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The testing involves a new agrochemical product developed by BAYER, which is a subsidiary of the company that acquired Monsanto. The concerns raised by scientists regarding chemical runoff and environmental harm relate to the broader regulatory and reputational risks associated with BAYER’s core herbicide products.

From aol.co.uk

Who's involved

BAYERDeveloped and provided the herbicide for testing purposes to Boulder County.
Boulder CountyIs conducting the drone spraying test of the herbicide in the Red Hill area.
University of Colorado BoulderResearchers from this institution published studies regarding the risks of chemical spraying.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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MonsantoSpeculative
Monsanto might face increased regulatory and reputational risk affecting the sales of its core herbicide products.
University of Colorado BoulderSpeculative
University of Colorado Boulder might face reputational risk impacting research funding due to the local environmental controversy.

Coverage

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