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Concern Over Pesticide Use in Paphos

Published January 22, 2026, 14:22
Concern Over Pesticide Use in Paphos

The President of the Chlorakas Environmental and Cultural Association, Andreas Kyriakou, expresses strong concern over the extensive spraying of sidewalks and roads in Paphos. He believes that the use of chemicals to control vegetation is an unnatural practice that pollutes the soil, groundwater, and threatens public health and biodiversity. He proposes the use of alternative methods, such as lawnmowers, and highlights the negative impact on the invisible but vital life of the soil. Mr. Kyriakou raises questions about the approvals and controls of the chemicals used.