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US Court Bans Dicamba Use After June 25th, 2020.

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The US Ninth Court of Appeals has issued a ruling banning the use of the popular herbicide Dicamba, after June 25th.

The big reason is evidence that shows the chemical can harm White Oak trees and can kill fruit trees.

Austin Flamm, of Flamm Orchards in Cobden says he has seen damage on his land.

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