Neonicotinoids

Romania: Cluj Court of Appeal Annuls Neonicotinoid Derogation Authorisations

The Cluj Court of Appeal has annulled Romania's emergency authorizations for neonicotinoid seed treatments, effectively ending the country's long-standing practice of bypassing EU-wide bans. Agricultural operators must immediately transition to compliant alternatives as the ruling aligns national enforcement with CJEU precedents, significantly increasing litigation and regulatory risk for non-compliant pesticide use.

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 authorized an emergency derogation for the pesticide CLOSER (sulfoxaflor) on citrus and stone fruits, effective until July 9, 2026. This highlights ongoing regional reliance on emergency authorizations for pest management, requiring supply chain teams to monitor local compliance windows and residue risks.

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

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

PAN Netherlands has formally challenged the Dutch regulator's (Ctgb) decision to extend the authorization of the insecticide Gazelle (acetamiprid) through 2034. This legal action increases the risk of market withdrawal or significantly restricted use conditions for acetamiprid-based products if the regulator is forced to re-evaluate based on newer pollinator safety data.

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

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

Spanish Senate hearing highlights intense political pressure to expand emergency authorizations for plant protection products amid critical substance shortages (March 2026). This signals a potential shift toward more flexible market access in Spain for substances like mancozeb and flufenacet to protect agricultural competitiveness.

28 Mar 2026, 20:37senado.esSpainEuropean Union

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

UK Government confirms that future Environmental Quality Standards (EQS) for fipronil and imidacloprid will be integrated into broader water quality reforms and pharmaceutical roadmaps. Companies should anticipate stricter aquatic toxicity targets and potential priority substance designations as part of the upcoming "once in a generation" water policy overhaul.

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 study reveals that veterinary pesticides from pet treatments and sheep dips are contaminating Welsh rivers at levels significantly exceeding safety thresholds. This evidence increases regulatory pressure on pet care product authorizations and wastewater management, signaling potential future restrictions on "down-the-drain" chemical pathways.

28 Mar 2026, 18:39sciencedirect.comUnited Kingdom

Japan Partially Amends Pesticide Registration Standards Related to Water Pollution

Japan updated its water pollution standards for pesticide registration on March 24, 2026, significantly tightening limits for chlorthal-dimethyl and adding new substances. Companies must verify that active substance profiles in their pesticide portfolios meet these stricter environmental criteria to ensure continued registration and market access.

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 chlorthal-dimethyl (DCPA) and advanced its reassessment pipeline for high-concern pesticide groups. Impacted firms must finalize DCPA 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’s ANVISA is consulting on updates to 21 pesticide active ingredient monographs, proposing changes to Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) and authorized crop uses through early 2026. Manufacturers should evaluate potential impacts on product registrations and supply chain compliance, as these revisions may restrict or expand market access for specific agricultural applications.

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

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

A March 2026 PAN Netherlands report found that 55% of tested snack vegetables contained pesticide residues exceeding the strict safety thresholds typically reserved for processed baby foods. This signals intensifying NGO and consumer pressure to harmonize residue standards for child-targeted produce, likely driving stricter retail procurement policies and future regulatory scrutiny of MRLs.

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 and strictly restrict neonicotinoid insecticides and treated seeds starting in 2027. 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 unauthorized and excessive pesticide residues, including chlorpyrifos. This enforcement action underscores the critical need for rigorous supply chain testing and MRL compliance for imported herbs and spices to avoid market withdrawals.

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

EU RASFF Alert on Acetamiprid Residues in Amaranthus from Togo

EU authorities have issued a serious risk alert for Amaranthus imports from Togo due to acetamiprid residues exceeding legal limits by over 80 times. This enforcement action triggers immediate market withdrawals and consumer recalls across multiple Member States, signaling heightened scrutiny on pesticide compliance for imported leafy vegetables.

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

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

The Czech Agriculture and Food Inspection Authority (SZPI) has flagged fresh chilli peppers from Laos for significant pesticide residue exceedances, including levels up to 16 times the legal limit. This enforcement action highlights heightened scrutiny on agricultural imports from Southeast Asia and underscores the critical need for robust supply chain testing to mitigate food safety and compliance risks.

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 will implement new Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs) for dinotefuran on July 17, 2026, including significant reductions for key food commodities. Importers and food operators should audit sourcing and monitoring programs now to ensure compliance with these stricter residue limits.

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

Minnesota Senate Proposes SF4052 to Restrict Neonicotinoid Use and Systemic Insecticide-Treated Seeds

Minnesota has introduced legislation (SF4052) to ban neonicotinoid use on ornamental turf and phase out systemic insecticide-treated seeds by 2029. This signals a major shift toward mandatory integrated pest management and stricter market access for treated agricultural products and ornamental chemicals.

7 Mar 2026, 14:26revisor.mn.govUnited States

Greece Publishes January 2026 Pesticide Residue Monitoring Results for Plant-Origin Foods

Greece published its January 2026 pesticide residue monitoring results, confirming border rejections for non-compliant imports from India and Egypt. Rigorous enforcement against chlorpyrifos and neonicotinoids highlights the critical need for pre-export testing and supply chain audits to mitigate market access risks for agricultural products.

6 Mar 2026, 12:40minagric.grGreece

Minnesota H.F. 3704 Would Restrict Neonicotinoid Use on Seeds and Ornamental Plants

Minnesota introduced H.F. 3704 to ban neonicotinoid use on ornamental plants and restrict the sale of systemic insecticide-treated seeds. This proposal signals a tightening regulatory landscape for systemic insecticides, requiring agricultural and horticultural businesses to evaluate alternative pest management and supply chain strategies.

3 Mar 2026, 19:39house.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota HF 3704 Would Restrict Systemic Insecticide-Treated Seeds and Neonicotinoid Ornamental Use

Minnesota's proposed HF 3704 would ban neonicotinoid use on ornamental plants and restrict the sale of systemic insecticide-treated field crop seeds starting in 2029. Affected businesses must prepare for a transition to waiver-based market access for treated seeds and mandatory annual training for pesticide applicators.

3 Mar 2026, 14:59revisor.mn.govUnited States