Archived Outdoors

Dust off those pesticides and get rid of them

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Wednesday, April 20, 2011

A pesticide disposal collection day has been scheduled in Haywood County from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Center at 589 Raccoon Road.

The primary objective is to assist farmers and homeowners in properly disposing of any unwanted pesticides. There is no charge for this service. Bring any pesticides (insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, etc.) that are in their original containers and are clearly labeled. Materials of unknown identity, paints, or other hazardous waste will not be accepted. 828.456.3575.

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