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California Judge Rules Against Pesticide Spraying Program
by : Nikola Gemeš |
Published: June 6, 2022
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A California judge has ruled that a state pesticide spraying program must end because it failed to consider the impact on public health and warn people of the risk.
This resulted from a lawsuit brought by the City of Berkley and 11 environmental and public health groups to the Superior Court of California — County of Sacramento.
EcoWatch reports that Superior Court Judge James Arguelles gave the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) two months to end all spraying operations conducted under the Statewide Plant Pest Prevention and Management Program.
“The court was right to rule against the Department of Food and Agriculture’s outrageous effort to keep the public in the dark about how and when it plans to spray toxic pesticides and to downplay the risks these chemicals pose to pollinators, the environment and the health of those who live near farm fields,” EWG California director of government affairs Bill Allayaud said in a press release.
In October 2021, a lower court decided that the program didn’t conduct individual reviews and did not inform the public when pesticides would be applied.
CDFA planned to use more than 75 pesticides in different locations throughout the state.
Trying to justify spraying with a single environmental review, CDFA failed to present evidence that it considered the risk posed to water and pollinators.
Highlights
• 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics.
• Expertise in content marketing and email strategy for brands and small businesses
About Nikola Gemeš
Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values.
Experience
Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers.
Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
California Judge Rules Against Pesticide Spraying Program
by : Nikola Gemeš | Published: June 6, 2022
0 shares Share 0 Tweet 0 Pin 0 Share 0 A California judge has ruled that a state pesticide spraying program must end because it failed to consider the impact on public health and warn people of the …
A California judge has ruled that a state pesticide spraying program must end because it failed to consider the impact on public health and warn people of the risk.
This resulted from a lawsuit brought by the City of Berkley and 11 environmental and public health groups to the Superior Court of California — County of Sacramento.
EcoWatch reports that Superior Court Judge James Arguelles gave the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) two months to end all spraying operations conducted under the Statewide Plant Pest Prevention and Management Program.
In October 2021, a lower court decided that the program didn’t conduct individual reviews and did not inform the public when pesticides would be applied.
CDFA planned to use more than 75 pesticides in different locations throughout the state.
Trying to justify spraying with a single environmental review, CDFA failed to present evidence that it considered the risk posed to water and pollinators.
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Nikola Gemeš
Highlights • 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics. • Expertise in content marketing and email strategy for brands and small businesses About Nikola Gemeš Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values. Experience Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership. Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers. Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
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