A Cardiff, California, man at odds with state regulators over whether his worm-waste products are pesticides is taking his fight to court. George Hahn was fined $100,000 last year by the state Department of Pesticide Regulation for allegedly selling unregistered pesticides. Hahn claims his products are made from all-natural ingredients and should not have to be registered. He said his products – Worm Gold, Worm Gold Plus and Tree Rescue Solution – are made from worm poop, sometimes called castings, and are fertilizers that improve the soil and help plants grow. However, state regulators said Hahn marketed the products as repelling bark beetles, meaning they are subject to rules regarding substances sold to control pests. The lawsuit, which seeks to have the fine overturned, is scheduled for a hearing in July.
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