EPA just got new pesticide requests, your food next.
The EPA is reviewing new pesticide applications that could soon expand chemical use across produce aisles and alter farm economics.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Agriculture Supply
Key points
- The EPA is reviewing applications for new uses of existing pesticides on food crops.
- Major agricultural chemical companies are the applicants seeking to expand their markets.
- The EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs has the authority to approve or deny these new uses.
- The process is a standard regulatory function where companies apply to the agency that oversees them.
- A public comment period is now open, representing the next step in the decision-making process.
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