Study first to link weed killer Roundup to convulsions in animals
So the "animals" mentioned in the title refers to roundworms, a parasite that lives in soil.  Not something you exactly want, but also not something you would expect to be targeted by a herbicide.Glyphosate discussions always brings out people with strong opinions, but the product is studied extensively by researchers and the majority of studies have not shown harm.  That doesn't prove it's safe of course, but it's where we're currently at.Because Roundup is such an important part of our agricultural industry, it should continue to be studied in depth.  This study and others like it are important to ensuring that farming at scale remains safe for human consumption, as well as minimizes environmental impact.