In 1952, Canada began spraying forests from aeroplanes to control budworms; decades later, pesticide research changed how forests were managed
New Brunswick extensively used aerial pesticide spraying for spruce budworm outbreaks. Aircraft applied chemicals over vast forest areas between 1952 and 1993. Growing scientific understanding of pesticide impacts altered forest management regulations. This evolving knowledge led to more careful and alternative pest control approaches. Canada's experience highlights the connection between forest health and human needs.
New Brunswick extensively used aerial pesticide spraying for spruce budworm outbreaks. Aircraft applied chemicals over vast forest areas between 1952 and 1993. Growing scientific understanding of pesticide impacts altered forest management regulations. This evolving knowledge led to more careful and alternative pest control approaches. Canada's experience highlights the connection between forest health and human needs.
