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Pesticide Spraying on Roadsides

Picture of pesticide spray system
USDA

You've probably seen private landowners posting homemade "NO SPRAYING" signs along the roadways that border their properties. Now some residentes are seeking to make that the rule for all roadways in Jackson and Josephine Counties.

The organizations Pollinator Project Rogue Valley and Non-Toxic Southern Oregon are pressuring Jackson and Josephine Counties to stop spraying pesticides along our roadways. We'll talk to representatives from both groups. 

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