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California Delays Controversial Pesticide Spraying

HeadlineApr 25, 2008

In California, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has postponed a controversial plan to spray pesticides over several northern counties. The spraying would come as part of efforts to eradicate the light brown apple moth. But opponents have rallied against the plan over concerns the pesticides threaten public health and safety. The spraying will be delayed nearly three months to allow further testing.

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