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Paraquat will continue to be used in Australia despite 70 countries banning weedkiller over Parkinson’s disease fears
Herbicide manufacturer Syngenta had reservations dating back to 1970s but regulator says tighter controls, including phasing out backpack sprayers, can protect workers Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The herbicide paraquat, banned in over 70 countries, will remain legal in Australia despite Parkinson’s groups, scientists and neurologists arguing there is a strong correlation between direct exposure and the incid…
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