EPA Hears Farmers' New Pesticide Wishlist for 2025
Published Date: 8/19/2025
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Summary
The EPA is letting everyone know it got new requests to use some pesticides in new ways and wants your thoughts on them. This affects farmers, companies, and anyone interested in safe pesticide use. The agency is reviewing applications from 2024 and 2025, so keep an eye out for updates and possible changes that could impact how pesticides are used and sold.
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EPA Seeks Comment on New Pesticide Uses
The EPA announced it received applications to register new uses for pesticide products and is asking for public comment. The notice lists applications the Agency received in calendar years 2024 and 2025 and includes who submitted each application, when it was received, and the purpose. This may affect farmers, companies, and others interested in safe pesticide use because it concerns potential changes to how pesticides are used and sold.
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