Nov 20th, 2008 · Until just a few months ago, farmers in Argentina were thriving like never before. Now, they are facing the pressures of a worsening international economy, as well as drought. Demand for crops is plummeting as costs for fertilizers, herbicides and other necessities have gone up.
May 9th, 2008 · Researchers report that atrazine, the second-most-applied weedkiller in the U.S., may be able to disrupt hormonal signaling in humans. The herbicide, which has been banned in Europe, is suspected of playing a role in sexual abnormalities in fish, frogs and other aquatic organisms.
Jan 10th, 2008 · After spending 18 years as a hair stylist, Phil McCrory got an idea. He developed "SmartGrow" -- mats woven from human hair. The product is becoming a popular organic alternative to chemical herbicides. Get the full story from McCrory himself -- plus, an explainer from plant pathologist Dr. Aaron Palmateer from the University of Florida.
Aug 20th, 2007 · In the age-old struggle between farmers and weeds, farmers have enjoyed the weed killer Roundup. Some have called it the herbicide of a lifetime. But after 30 years on the market the chemical seems to be losing its power over some weeds, changing farming practices nationwide.
Apr 18th, 2005 · NPR's Noah Adams speaks with Megan Thacker, a modern-day shepherd. She works for a Florida company that offers grazing services to local governments that are looking for a way to control ground brush as an alternative to using herbicides.
Sep 21st, 2004 · A grass genetically modified to be resistant to a popular herbicide can spread new genes to other grass plants located miles away, scientists discover. The findings raise questions about how well altered plant genes can be contained. Hear NPR's Christopher Joyce.