If I remember right dioxin was the active ingredient in 245-T and was used
extensively as a herbicide in Australia (and all over the world) in the cane
growing areas of North Queensland. In Vietnam this herbicide (Agent Orange)
was used at strengths not allowed in agriculture. Deformities have been well
documented in all animal species. Some farmers also suffered long-term
effects from consistent use. I believe it is now a banned substance all over
the world. One would think that mankind learnt his lesson but unfortunately
we haven't. We must always remember that if we forget history we will be
doomed to relive it again.
Adrian.
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Adrian R. Tappin
"Home of the Rainbowfish"
http://www.ecn.net.au/~atappin/home.htm
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