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Safety to the environment
Safety to the environment is an important consideration when treating weeds in and around water. Roundup Pro Biactive is particularly suitable for these areas. It gives effective weed control, and is quickly broken down in soil or sediment into harmless natural substances. It is non-residual, and does not harm animals, birds, fish, insects and other wildlife.
Biodegraded
When Roundup Pro Biactive is used correctly, only a small proportion of the spray reaches the water. Any herbicide, which enters the water, is rapidly broken down by microbes.
This was confirmed by monitoring sites after application. The amount of glyphosate found in slow-flowing water one hour after treatment, and in still water 12 hours after treatment, is barely detectable. At these sites, the variety and number of micro-organisms showed no significant change during the year after treatment.
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Evidence suggests that Roundup Pro Biactive has less effect than mechanical weed control on wildlife.
Ministry Approval
The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs imposes strict control on the use of herbicides in aquatic areas.
Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup Pro Biactive, is one of only nine active ingredients approved for such use.
Before granting approval, DEFRA considers extensive data on the herbicide's characteristics, including it's toxicology, degradation, persistence, and effects on invertebrates and fish.
Roundup Pro Biactive has a favourable toxicological and environmental profile, which is reviewed in other Monsanto publications. For copies please contact the Helpline on Tel: 01223 849540.
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