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As weeds like kochia develop resistance to glyphosate herbicides, more Montanans are turning to herbicides that contain the active ingredient paraquat, says Montana State University Pesticide Education Specialist Cecil Tharp. Paraquat is very effective as a broadspectrum herbicide, but unlike glyphosate products, it is highly toxic to humans, Tharp said. Just a few drops to one teaspoon can kill the average 160-pound person. As a result, Tharp warns applicators to be aware of the personal protective equipment requirements that are listed on...
