Is Paraquat Used On Golf Courses

Paraquat is a herbicide that has been used in some commercial golf courses for many years. In fact, paraquat was first registered for use as a golf course herbicide in the United States in 1966 and is still used in some cases today. Paraquat is most commonly used on golf courses when dealing with difficult to control weeds, such as stinging nettles and high-growing grasses. It is a non-selective contact herbicide, meaning that is kills the plant foliage on contact, which makes it an effective way to get rid of unwanted vegetation. Due to its potential risks to human health, paraquat is not as commonly used on golf courses as other herbicides. It is also not approved for use in organic farming. It can cause irritation to skin and eyes and can be toxic if ingested. As a result, most golf courses opt to use safer, less toxic herbicides on their courses.