Tougher slug pellet control likely in high-risk areas

摘要

Tighter controls over the use of metaldehyde-based slug pellets are likely in high-risk water catchment areas to try and cut pesticide levels in drinking water. Two pilot studies are being set up by water companies to help refine advice as part of a harder-hitting stance towards slug pellet use, although overall guidance for autumn 2013 is unchanged. Farming industry body, the Metaldehyde Stewardship Group (MSG), is taking the action as the slug-control pesticide continues to be detected in watercourses.