ABSTRACT
The interaction between the international drug trade and enforcement inspired drug war generates many negative consequences. One of the most significant yet under-emphasized of these is the impact on the environment. Placing this issue on the agenda for a green criminology, this article describes the history, politics and ecological impact of the use of herbicides and other chemicals in drug-crop eradication programs. It also draws attention to the environmental problems caused by the disposal of chemical wastes produced in the manufacturing of drugs. Further research is needed on these subjects and criminologists and other specialists from beyond Latin America should be contributing to this.
