Recent plan to use diquat on hydrilla in the Connecticut River set off viral opposition campaign. But its use is common ...

“It is a powerful chemical. But, like most chemicals, the way it is used makes all the difference, especially when comparing it’s use in agriculture to aquatic settings,” said Alicea Charamut, ...

Connecticut leaders are addressing concerns about the use of the controversial chemical diquat to combat hydrilla. Diquat ...

Despite the criticism, state leaders and scientists said the spread of hydrilla poses an even greater risk to the river if left untreated.