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Weed board debates herbicide choices and resident concerns over drift and past heavy applications
Summary
Board members discussed roadside herbicide practice (pre-emergent use, Milestone, 2,4-D), the limits of applying sterilants, discretion near private gardens and a reported past application that "looked like diesel fuel." Staff said they will check past minutes and emphasized use on county roads and right-of-ways.
At its meeting, the Duchesne County Weed Board discussed herbicide selection, application practices and community concerns about spray drift and effects on private landscaping.
Staff described current practice for new construction and roadsides as relying on pre-emergent products such as Milestone and mixes containing 2,4-D rather than non-selective steriles. "We're not using any sterile ones," a presenter said, noting…
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