The entire University of California system, including UC Berkeley (pictured), has banned the use of the toxic herbicide glyphosate. Photo by K. Oliver.
Eliminating Herbicides on College Campuses
College campuses have a critical role to play in creating healthier environments for students, faculty, staff, and surrounding communities by eliminating synthetic pesticide use. Right here in our own backyard, UC Berkeley has made important steps toward transitioning to organic, biodiverse land management practices in recent years.
On this episode of Terra Verde, host Fiona McLeod speaks with Mackenzie Feldman, founder and director of Re:wild Your Campus and Lydia Woltjer, Manager of the Landscape Services department at UC Berkeley, about their efforts to eliminate pesticide use on campus, create healthier green spaces, and set a precedent for sustainable land management at universities across the country.
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