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Impact of Roundup usage... #875550

Asked July 01, 2024, 5:45 PM EDT

All along my side yard fence, a landscaper sprayed Roundup to clear the area of next to their driveway, but on my side. I went out to discover weeds and other plant life dead and mostly removed. In that area above the spraying ( and also on my property, there are 5 fruit trees, (two apple, two pear and one plum tree which I planted approximately 25 years ago. ( The trees above are still alive.) The individual said that as an employee, he has to use the products selected by his employer... I don't fault him, but concern for his well being. My MAJOR concern is that the fruit will no longer be safe to eat from the poison that has been sprayed and will seep into the root system. Is this now a health hazard? Advice?

Polk County Oregon

Expert Response

Thank you for reaching out. 

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Take care!
Brooke Edmunds Oregon State University Extension Community Horticulturist Replied July 03, 2024, 6:42 PM EDT

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