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Understanding Pesticide Color Codes: A Guide to Safety
Understanding Pesticide Color Codes: A Guide to Safety
Understanding Pesticide Color Codes: A Guide to Safety
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|News18|9 months ago

The article discusses the importance of understanding the color-coded markings on pesticides and poisonous substances, as explained by Jai Kishan Kumar, Assistant Director in the Agriculture Department of Purnia, Bihar. Bright red indicates highly toxic substances, while bright yellow signifies extremely poisonous items. Bright blue marks moderately toxic products, and bright green indicates less toxic substances. Kumar emphasizes the need for farmers to take precautions when using these chemicals, such as wearing protective gear and washing hands after use, especially to protect children from exposure.

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