The Exploding Pants Epidemic in 1930s New Zealand 👖
A Hazardous Weed
In the early 1930s, New Zealand farmers faced a severe problem with the invasive weed ragwort, which is toxic to livestock. To combat this, the government recommended the use of sodium chlorate, a potent… pic.twitter.com/vHMZqalvO3— Detective Tiger's Stories (@TBBOB2) June 11, 2024