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United States·FIFRA·22 Jul 2024

Ledprona: EPA Greenlights Innovative Biopesticide For Potato Crops

Ledprona's mechanism of action is based on RNA interference (RNAi), a natural process used by plants and animals for disease protection.

United States·FIFRA·22 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·18 Jul 2024

EPA Proposes Interim Registration Review Decision For Malathion

Stakeholders and interested parties can submit their feedback during the 60-day public comment period.

United States·FIFRA·18 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·16 Jul 2024

EPA Announces New Measures For Pesticide Spray Drift

All petitions for new active ingredients seeking initial U.S. registration must include a detailed human health spray drift assessment.

United States·FIFRA·16 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·15 Jul 2024

EPA Releases Draft Opinion On Methomyl's Impact On Wildlife

The FWS draft BiOp concludes that the use of methomyl, as currently registered, is likely to jeopardize 82 listed species and adversely modify 34 critical habitats.

United States·FIFRA·15 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·8 Jul 2024

EPA Calls For Public Comment On New Framework Addressing Antibacterial And Antifungal Resistance Risks

The framework guides the EPA's collaboration with federal agencies to balance the agricultural benefits of pesticides while minimising public health impact.

United States·FIFRA·8 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2024

EPA Develops Standard Protocols For Disinfectant Residue Analysis On Hard Surfaces

The protocols aim to apply disinfectants quantitatively, determine post-application residue levels on surfaces, and establish a standard analysis method.

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2024

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2024

EPA Releases Updates On Organophosphate Pesticides Dicrotophos, Dimethoate, And Tetrachlorvinphos

These updates are part of the EPA's ongoing effort to ensure these pesticides meet current safety standards.

United States·FIFRA·2 Jul 2024

Global·United States·FIFRA·28 May 2024

EPA Halts Acceptance Of Data For Pesticide Registration From A Non-Compliant Laboratory

In May 2023, the EPA reviewed two suspicious studies conducted at Palamur, leading to concerns about possible data falsification.

Global·United States·FIFRA·28 May 2024

United States·FIFRA·22 Apr 2024

EPA Publishes Update On Draft Herbicide Strategy (April 2024)

The EPA continues to engage with various stakeholders to refine the strategy, with the final version scheduled for release by 30 August 2024.

United States·FIFRA·22 Apr 2024

United States·FIFRA·9 Apr 2024

EPA Implements New Measures To Safeguard Endangered Species From Harmful Insecticides

The mitigation measures are for the use of three widely-used insecticides: chlorpyrifos, diazinon, and malathion.

United States·FIFRA·9 Apr 2024

Farm worker in field with digital tablet

United States·FIFRA·9 Apr 2024

EPA Issues Warning On Herbicide Dacthal

Used extensively in agricultural and non-agricultural settings, DCPA is a key herbicide for crops like broccoli, sprouts, cabbage, and onions.

United States·FIFRA·9 Apr 2024

Person spraying pyrinex chlorpyrifos insecticide

United States·FIFRA·23 Mar 2024

EPA Updates Chlorpyrifos Regulations Following Court Decision

These amendments will permit the continued sale and distribution of existing stocks of these specified products until predetermined deadlines.

United States·FIFRA·23 Mar 2024

United States·FIFRA·11 Mar 2024

EPA Announces Critical Updates On Streptomycin Usage

The EPA issued a Notice of Use Termination and an Existing Stocks Order for Time-Limited Use on Citrus Crop Group 10-10 for these products.

United States·FIFRA·11 Mar 2024

United States·FIFRA·5 Mar 2024

EPA Publishes Updated Risk Assessment For Malathion Highlighting No Human Health Risks

Malathion serves a critical role in agriculture and public health, targeting pests on a variety of plants and controlling mosquito populations.

United States·FIFRA·5 Mar 2024

United States·FIFRA·4 Mar 2024

EPA Takes Action Against New England Companies For Pesticide Reporting Violations

The fines are as follows: Seaman Paper Company is fined $1,400, Ferti Technologies CT Corp $1,000, and Exoban, LLC $500.

United States·FIFRA·4 Mar 2024

United States·FIFRA·26 Feb 2024

EPA Seeks Penalties For Unlawful Pesticide Sales In St. Louis

The EPA filed a complaint seeking $149,659 in civil penalties from Tommy Wilson for selling pesticides.

United States·FIFRA·26 Feb 2024

United States·FIFRA·19 Feb 2024

EPA Responds To Court Ruling On Dicamba Herbicide

The EPA issues an Existing Stocks Order which is specifically tailored for the 2024 growing season.

United States·FIFRA·19 Feb 2024

EPA Awards $10 Million To Oregon State University For Pesticide Safety Education

The $10 million funding, spanning five years from 2024 to 2029, is part of a broader effort to ensure the safe use of pesticides across the nation.

United States·FIFRA·19 Feb 2024

United States·FIFRA·12 Feb 2024

EPA And USDA Collaborate To Safeguard Endangered Species And Promote Sustainable Farming

The MOU also paves the way for joint outreach efforts, with the EPA and USDA planning to engage stakeholders.

United States·FIFRA·12 Feb 2024

United States·FIFRA·12 Feb 2024

EPA Announces Opinion In Endangered Species Review For Carbaryl And Methomyl Pesticides

Carbaryl and methomyl, widely employed pesticides, have been under scrutiny due to their potential impacts on wildlife.

United States·FIFRA·12 Feb 2024

Latest Articles

Ledprona: EPA Greenlights Innovative Biopesticide For Potato Crops

EPA Proposes Interim Registration Review Decision For Malathion

EPA Announces New Measures For Pesticide Spray Drift

EPA Releases Draft Opinion On Methomyl's Impact On Wildlife

EPA Calls For Public Comment On New Framework Addressing Antibacterial And Antifungal Resistance Risks

EPA Develops Standard Protocols For Disinfectant Residue Analysis On Hard Surfaces

EPA Releases Updates On Organophosphate Pesticides Dicrotophos, Dimethoate, And Tetrachlorvinphos

EPA Halts Acceptance Of Data For Pesticide Registration From A Non-Compliant Laboratory

EPA Publishes Update On Draft Herbicide Strategy (April 2024)

EPA Implements New Measures To Safeguard Endangered Species From Harmful Insecticides

EPA Issues Warning On Herbicide Dacthal

EPA Updates Chlorpyrifos Regulations Following Court Decision

EPA Announces Critical Updates On Streptomycin Usage

EPA Publishes Updated Risk Assessment For Malathion Highlighting No Human Health Risks

EPA Takes Action Against New England Companies For Pesticide Reporting Violations

EPA Seeks Penalties For Unlawful Pesticide Sales In St. Louis

EPA Responds To Court Ruling On Dicamba Herbicide

EPA Awards $10 Million To Oregon State University For Pesticide Safety Education

EPA And USDA Collaborate To Safeguard Endangered Species And Promote Sustainable Farming

EPA Announces Opinion In Endangered Species Review For Carbaryl And Methomyl Pesticides

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