Pesticide Makers Beg EPA to Yank Their Own Products
Published Date: 5/30/2025
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Summary
The EPA got requests from companies to stop selling some pesticides and wants your thoughts before saying yes. If approved, those products will be off the shelves after the comment period ends, so farmers and sellers should get ready. This process helps keep things safe and fair, with a clear deadline for feedback and no surprise costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Pesticide Registrations May Be Cancelled
EPA received requests to voluntarily cancel certain pesticide registrations compiled between September 30, 2024 and December 31, 2024. If EPA grants the requests at the close of the comment period, the listed products’ federal registrations will be cancelled and any sale, distribution, or use afterward will only be allowed if it is consistent with the terms described in the final cancellation order.
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