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spray used on potatoes crop next to Devils lane
- ern (28th Jun 2017 - 15:36:53)
On Monday the potatoes were being sprayed in the field between Devils lane and the chicken farm. Some of the spray drifted onto gardens in Hazelbank Close and probably Colliers Crescent. I wonder if it is safe to eat my large crop of soft fruit or a few lettuce. I do not know whether the spray was harmful to health. Does anyone know.
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Re: spray used on potatoes crop next to Devils lane
- B (29th Jun 2017 - 12:23:36)
The small amount that drifted on to your fruit and veg will be tiny and not harmful, if in doubt wash what ever you pick.
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Re: spray used on potatoes crop next to Devils lane
- George (30th Jun 2017 - 15:01:53)
It is illegal to spray when there is any wind to cause drift - it is the sprayer operator's duty to ensure that conditions are optimal. The same contractor is responsible for several fields around the village and there have been several occasions this summer when drift has been very evident. Check out the Environment Agency pages if you are interested
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