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August 1978 Issue [Article]

Of mites and men

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In which scientists and environmentalists argue about the right way to kill insects
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20th century Agriculture and state Biological control Biological pest control agents Environmental aspects Environmental Protection Agency Environmentalism Law and legislation Pests Rachel Carson Research United States

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