The answer to organophosphate questions. "Oh I share your concern about chemicals. I work with them every year and I only use the absolute minimum to control certain pests. Chemicals could affect my health and my exposure is a lot more intense while spraying than the little bit that might be on an apple when I eat it... I'd like to not use chemicals at all but most people will not buy my fruit if there are worms in them .Actually we only use a very small amount as compared to years ago. Most of the stronger formulations are not even available."
While saying this I will stand up straight and try not to wobble, so they can see how healthy I am. Jerry Mills Mills Apple Farm Southern Illinois -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Thursday, May 20, 2010 10:45 PM To: Apple-Crop Subject: Apple-Crop Digest #1964 - 05/20/10 Apple-Crop Digest #1964 - Thursday, May 20, 2010 RE: Apple-Crop: organophosphates by "Con.Traas" <[email protected]> -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The 'Apple-Crop' LISTSERV is sponsored by the Virtual Orchard <http://www.virtualorchard.net> and managed by Win Cowgill and Jon Clements <[email protected]>. Apple-Crop is not moderated. Therefore, the statements do not represent "official" opinions and the Virtual Orchard takes no responsibility for the content.
