Neonicotinoids

France DRAAF Grand Est Flags Planned National Assembly Vote on Derogatory Reintroduction of Acetamiprid

France’s DRAAF Grand Est bulletin reports that Parliament plans a National Assembly vote on 8 July 2026 on a derogatory reintroduction of the neonicotinoid insecticide acetamiprid for sugar beet. If adopted, this would materially change the legal status of acetamiprid use in France, so agricultural producers and chemical suppliers should start monitoring for concrete authorisation conditions, restrictions, and potential public backlash.

25 Apr 2026, 10:47draaf.grand-est.agriculture.gouv.frFrance

Belgium: UCLouvain Study Finds Neonicotinoid Residues in 78% of Walloon Agricultural Soils

A new UCLouvain study in the Journal of Hazardous Materials finds neonicotinoid insecticide residues in 78% of agricultural soil samples across Wallonia, including many fields never knowingly treated and cover crops that accumulate residues years after use, signalling persistent contamination and elevated exposure risks for pollinators. These results indicate that EU and regional pesticide and agri-environmental policies may underestimate legacy soil contamination, strengthening the case for more conservative neonicotinoid use, tighter monitoring, and more cautious design of flower strips and cover crops in future schemes.

24 Apr 2026, 18:32sciencedirect.comBelgium

New Hampshire Senate Refers Neonicotinoid Pesticide Bill HB 1431 to Interim Study

On 14 April 2026 the New Hampshire Senate voted to refer HB 1431, a bill that would restrict neonicotinoid pesticides and require new pesticide-control rules, to interim study rather than advancing it this session. This delays any immediate statewide neonicotinoid restrictions but signals ongoing legislative pressure and a potential 2027 rulemaking timeline that pesticide manufacturers, distributors, and agricultural users should monitor.

21 Apr 2026, 20:15gc.nh.govUnited States

New Hampshire Senate Committee Recommends Interim Study for Neonicotinoid Pesticide Bill HB1431

A New Hampshire Senate committee has recommended sending HB1431, a bill that would sharply restrict neonicotinoid pesticide use and require the pesticide control board to adopt restricted-use rules by 1 January 2027, to an interim study. If enacted, the measure would materially tighten controls and potential bans on eight named neonicotinoids, forcing pesticide manufacturers, distributors, applicators and state land managers in New Hampshire to reassess product portfolios, application practices and pollinator-risk management ahead of the 2027 planning deadline.

19 Apr 2026, 14:55gc.nh.govUnited States

Romania: Cluj Court of Appeal Annuls Neonicotinoid Derogation Authorisations

The Cluj Court of Appeal has annulled Romania's emergency authorizations for neonicotinoid seed treatments, ending the country's practice of bypassing EU-wide bans. Agricultural operators must immediately transition to compliant alternatives as this ruling aligns national enforcement with EU precedents and eliminates the legal basis for future derogations.

6 Apr 2026, 19:55pan-europe.infoRomania

Calabria Region Confirms Emergency Derogation for Plant‑Protection Product CLOSER (Sulfoxaflor) on Citrus and Stone Fruit

Calabria has granted an emergency authorization for the pesticide sulfoxaflor on citrus and stone fruits through July 2026. Businesses sourcing from this region must ensure agricultural practices align with this temporary window to manage residue risks and maintain market access.

1 Apr 2026, 14:41regione.calabria.itItalyIT_78

Netherlands: PAN Netherlands Objects To Ctgb Extension Of Gazelle (Acetamiprid) Authorisation To 2034

PAN Netherlands has launched a formal legal challenge against the Dutch regulator's decision to extend the authorization of acetamiprid-based insecticides through 2034. This litigation increases the risk of sudden market withdrawal or severe usage restrictions if the regulator is forced to re-evaluate the substance against updated pollinator safety standards.

29 Mar 2026, 17:39pan-netherlands.orgNetherlandsEuropean Union

Spain Senate Agriculture Commission Debates Shortages of Plant Protection Actives and Exceptional Authorisations

The Spanish Senate is pressuring the government to increase emergency authorizations for plant protection products to address critical active substance shortages. Producers should anticipate potential shifts in Spanish market access for restricted substances as the government balances EU regulatory compliance with agricultural competitiveness.

28 Mar 2026, 20:37senado.esSpainEuropean Union

UK Government Written Answer on Environmental Quality Standards for Fipronil and Imidacloprid

The UK government is aligning environmental quality standards for fipronil and imidacloprid with a major upcoming overhaul of national water quality and pharmaceutical policy. Companies should anticipate more stringent aquatic toxicity targets and potential priority substance designations as these broader regulatory frameworks are finalized.

28 Mar 2026, 20:27qna.files.parliament.ukUnited Kingdom

Welsh Study Finds Veterinary Ectoparasiticides (Imidacloprid, Fipronil and Diazinon) Above Safe Levels in Rivers

A new environmental study identifies significant contamination of Welsh rivers by veterinary pesticides from pet treatments and sheep dips exceeding safety thresholds. This evidence strengthens the case for stricter regulatory oversight of pet care product authorizations and may lead to new restrictions on down-the-drain chemical disposal pathways.

28 Mar 2026, 18:39sciencedirect.comUnited Kingdom

Japan Partially Amends Pesticide Registration Standards Related to Water Pollution

Japan implemented stricter water pollution standards for pesticide registration in March 2026, notably reducing the limit for chlorthal-dimethyl by tenfold. Companies must audit their pesticide portfolios against these updated environmental criteria to mitigate registration risks and ensure continued compliance for both new and existing products.

27 Mar 2026, 16:20kanpo.go.jpJapan

New Zealand EPA Publishes Q2 2025–26 Hazardous Substances Application Performance Report

New Zealand has revoked approvals for the herbicide DCPA and advanced its reassessment pipeline for high-concern pesticide groups. Impacted firms must finalize disposal by June 2026 and anticipate further regulatory tightening for synthetic pyrethroids and neonicotinoids.

19 Mar 2026, 19:27epa.govt.nzNew Zealand

Brazil ANVISA Consults On Draft Normative Instruction Updating 21 Pesticide Active-Ingredient Monographs (CP 1.360/2025; G/SPS/N/BRA/2461)

Brazil is consulting on revisions to 21 pesticide monographs to update maximum residue limits and authorized crop uses through early 2026. Companies should evaluate these changes to ensure continued compliance for product registrations and to identify shifts in permitted agricultural applications.

14 Mar 2026, 16:22anexosportal.datalegis.netBrazil

PAN Netherlands Winter Test Finds 17 Pesticides in Children’s Snack Vegetables

A March 2026 report found that 55 percent of tested snack vegetables contained pesticide residues exceeding the strict safety thresholds typically reserved for processed baby foods. This signals intensifying pressure on retailers and regulators to harmonize residue standards for child-targeted produce, likely driving stricter procurement policies and future shifts in maximum residue levels.

14 Mar 2026, 15:42pan-netherlands.orgNetherlandsEuropean Union

Minnesota House Agriculture Committee Holds Bills On Paraquat Dichloride Ban and Neonicotinoid Restrictions for Further Consideration

Minnesota is advancing legislation to ban paraquat dichloride by 2027 and implement strict restrictions on neonicotinoid-treated seeds by 2029. This signals a shift toward state-level pesticide bans that bypass federal oversight, requiring supply chain adjustments and new compliance strategies for treated seed distribution.

14 Mar 2026, 14:42house.mn.govUnited States

Chlorpyrifos and Other Unauthorised Pesticides in Fenugreek Leaves from India, via Germany (RASFF 2026.1996)

EU authorities issued a serious risk alert and consumer recall for fenugreek leaves from India due to multiple unauthorized pesticide residues. This enforcement action highlights heightened scrutiny of imported herbs and spices, requiring stricter supply chain verification to mitigate market withdrawal risks.

14 Mar 2026, 08:31webgate.ec.europa.euEuropean UnionIndiaAustriaGermanyBelgiumCzechiaDenmarkFranceItalyLatviaLuxembourgNetherlandsPolandSlovakiaSwedenUnited Kingdom

EU RASFF Alert on Acetamiprid Residues in Amaranthus from Togo

EU authorities have triggered market withdrawals and consumer recalls for vegetable imports from Togo following the detection of pesticide residues exceeding legal limits by over eighty times. This enforcement action signals intensifying scrutiny on pesticide compliance for imported produce and highlights the immediate operational risks of non-compliant chemical residues in food supply chains.

12 Mar 2026, 09:25webgate.ec.europa.euEuropean UnionBelgiumFranceTogo

Czechia (SZPI) Flags Chilli From Laos With Multiple Pesticide MRL Exceedances

Czech authorities have flagged imported chilli peppers for extreme pesticide residue exceedances reaching sixteen times the legal limit. This enforcement action signals intensified market surveillance on Southeast Asian agricultural imports and underscores the need for stricter supplier verification and residue testing.

10 Mar 2026, 13:26potravinynapranyri.czCzechiaLaos

Minnesota House Committee Hearing on HF3965 (Paraquat Ban) and HF3704 (Neonicotinoid Restrictions) Set for 11 March 2026

Minnesota is advancing legislation to ban paraquat dichloride and restrict neonicotinoid use, with a key committee hearing scheduled for March 11, 2026. If enacted, these measures will necessitate immediate inventory reviews and disposal planning for restricted pesticides and treated seed products within the state.

10 Mar 2026, 11:30house.leg.state.mn.usUnited States

Great Britain Adopts New MRLs for Dinotefuran Effective 17 July 2026

Great Britain has finalized stricter Maximum Residue Levels for the pesticide dinotefuran, effective July 17, 2026. Importers and food operators must audit supply chains and residue monitoring programs to ensure compliance for affected commodities like grapes and peaches.

10 Mar 2026, 10:48content.govdelivery.comUnited Kingdom