Farmers Weekly

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Farmers Weekly A new report calls for a rethink of “overly restrictive” regulation of plant protection products (PPPs) inherited from the EU amid a warning that higher crop yields critical to UK food security won’t be achieved without synthetic pesticides.

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CABI

JUNE 7, 2024

To mark World Food Safety Day on 7 June, with the theme of the year “Food safety: prepare for the unexpected“ we take a look at the ways in which the PlantwisePlus pesticide risk reduction pathway can contribute to safer food production. In many parts of the world, food safety is not guaranteed.

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 4, 2024

Several organizations have come together to offer farmers in Ontario support in reducing the risk of off-target pesticide application through the Be Drift Aware campaign. Drift is the unintentional aerial movement of plant protection products away from the intended target.

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Food Environment and Reporting Network

OCTOBER 24, 2024

If successful, Strey says a little sheepishly in the clip, Plantix would “save the environment by using less pesticides.” During the three intervening years, Strey and her team had reshaped Plantix from a tool they hoped would help reduce global pesticide use into an app that would make it easier for farmers to buy pesticides.

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 9, 2023

When looking at any pesticide label there should be three words that make you stop, think, and mark the calendar: pre-harvest interval. The pre-harvest interval — PHI — is the minimum time necessary between application of a product and cutting the crop, either by swathing or straight-cutting.

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Food Politics

JANUARY 30, 2024

I’ve also posted about the inadequacy of inspections of such products. The CDC says it has received reports from state and local health departments: Total Cases: 385 Confirmed Cases: 97 Probable Cases: 253 Suspect Cases: 35 Both agencies say: Do not feed recalled products to your children! The lead problems are continuing.

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CABI

AUGUST 1, 2023

Pesticide misuse and overuse threaten food safety. However, crop pests and diseases are a major threat to productivity and quality. As a result, when outbreaks occur, farmers often rely on pesticides.

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Food Politics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Notably, firms also need to properly evaluate their cleaning and sanitation practices, schedules, and procedures before releasing product. Baby food pouches with lead sicken children. Environmental Working Group study finds 40% of commercial baby foods to contain toxic pesticides. For more on this, see article in The Guardian.

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Todays Farmer Magazine

MARCH 2, 2023

Hazardous waste contractors unload discarded pesticides during a previous Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ collection event at MFA Agri Services in Montgomery City. Simply throwing away pesticides or pouring them down the drain can be detrimental to the environment, septic systems and the water supply.

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Western FarmPress

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Read about it and other new crop protection products. Hi-Tech Farming: Storen from Syngenta is being billed as a new, strong residual herbicide for corn.

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NASDA

JANUARY 22, 2024

They include the 2024 Farm Bill , food safety , labor reform , pesticide regulation and PFAS. EPA has stated that the agency faces several challenges in developing timely and effective strategies that protect listed endangered species in a way that is both practical for pesticide users to implement and timely to protect species.

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Cropaia

APRIL 29, 2023

Farmers widely use pesticides for controlling pest populations and diseases in agricultural production systems. However, resistance to pesticides is a significant problem in agriculture, resulting in lower crop yields and increased pesticide use, which can have negative environmental and health impacts.

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ATTRA

MARCH 23, 2024

A study published in Science and conducted by researchers at UC Santa Barbara, University of British Columbia, and University of Colorado Boulder explored the complicated relationship between organic farming and pesticide use on neighboring fields.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Trinity College Dublin published a study in the journal Nature that showed agricultural pesticides are still harming bumblebees across Europe, despite tightened pesticide regulations.

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Food Politics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Products that may contain EDCs include furniture, toys and children’s products, food packaging, electronics, building materials, cosmetics, and many others. People can also be exposed to EDCs from pesticides, air pollutants, industrial waste, and other pathways. The report reviews the research on pesticides (e.g.,

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Western FarmPress

APRIL 9, 2024

The right PPE depends on the product. Consider your safety when it comes to handling chemicals.

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Real Agriculture

JULY 18, 2024

The use of drones for spraying pesticides on crops is still off-label and not legal in Canada, but it’s one step closer to becoming reality. Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) has approved its first herbicide for drone application in Canada, although it’s not for agricultural use.

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NASDA

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA” or the “Agency”) on EPA’s October 12, 2023 Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“ANPR”) concerning the Agency’s approach to regulation of seeds treated with a pesticide registered under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (“FIFRA”), 7 U.S.C. § 136 et seq. 70,625 (Oct.

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ATTRA

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This new law prohibits the use of certain neonicotinoid pesticide (neonics) treated corn, soybean, or wheat seeds and neonicotinoid pesticides for outdoor ornamental plants and turfs, in the interest of protecting pollinators, birds, and other wildlife.

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 27, 2024

Drones, or UAVs, can scout fields, create maps, apply seed, and — eventually — apply pesticides. Read More Drones, or UAVs, can scout fields, create maps, apply seed, and — eventually — apply pesticides. To discuss what is legal, what’s a good fit, and. To discuss what is legal, what’s a good fit, and.

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NASDA

MAY 10, 2024

FIFRA STAG – Pesticide Enforcement Program: $25.58 million The Pesticide Enforcement Program is critical to allow state enforcement agencies to continue their activities, particularly given substantial new compliance and enforcement obligations. This has resulted in the revocation of product registrations and uses. EPA and U.S.

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NASDA

MAY 10, 2024

FIFRA STAG – Pesticide Enforcement Program: $25.58 million The Pesticide Enforcement Program is critical to allow state enforcement agencies to continue their activities, particularly given substantial new compliance and enforcement obligations. This has resulted in the revocation of product registrations and uses. EPA and U.S.

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In 43 states, the state departments of agriculture are co-regulators with EPA and are responsible for administering, implementing, and enforcing the production, labeling, distribution, sale, use, and disposal of pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).

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NASDA

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS – The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture discussed “Regulatory Landscape Surrounding Hemp and Hemp-Derived Products” during the Plant Agriculture and Pesticide Regulation Committee meeting at NASDA’s 2024 Annual Meeting. The session featured the U.S.

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CABI

AUGUST 16, 2023

Bioprotection products are nature-based solutions to managing crop pests and diseases. More and more growers are turning to environmentally sustainable crop pest and disease management solutions, such as bioprotection products. appeared first on PlantwisePlus Blog.

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Agric4profits

JULY 29, 2024

Pesticides are used to control the invertebrate vector. Control of Plant Viruses: There are currently three approaches to controlling plant viruses. This can be

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NASDA

AUGUST 7, 2023

In 43 states, the state departments of agriculture are co-regulators with EPA and are responsible for administering, implementing, and enforcing the production, labeling, distribution, sale, use, and disposal of pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).

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AGRIVI

DECEMBER 20, 2023

With only one QR code, customers can get full traceability in the palm of their hand : The QR code ensures traceability, meaning that the products come from reliable sources and are safe for consumption. It brings insight into the practices and care of the crops, as well as used pesticides and other substances.

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AGRIVI

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Customers globally are becoming more and more conscious of the food they are buying and demanding more transparent information about the lifecycle of the products. Taking this into account, the right question is are labels enough to communicate transparency and traceability to buyers?

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NASDA

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In 43 states, the state departments of agriculture are co-regulators with EPA and are responsible for administering, implementing, and enforcing the production, labeling, distribution, sale, use, and disposal of pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA).

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CABI

AUGUST 8, 2023

CABI Academy‘s latest course, Introduction to Bioprotection Products, enables agricultural service providers to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to support smallholder farmers using bioprotection products. Bioprotection, also known as biocontrol, is a more sustainable approach to pest management.

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ATTRA

AUGUST 9, 2024

A new report from The Organic Center details the nutritional difference that eating organic produce makes and the environmental, human health and socioeconomic benefits of organic produce production and farming. Finally, the higher premiums associated with organic products enhance farmers’ livelihoods and boost rural economies.

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AGRIVI

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Product Recall Readiness’ The specter of product recalls looms as a potential catastrophe for farmers and agribusinesses. These features empower farmers to meticulously track their products from the field to the market.

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ATTRA

MARCH 27, 2024

Scientists assessed the efficacy of 11 essential oils in activating tomato defense responses, as an alternative to chemical pesticides for organic production. “Our study suggests a practical approach to promoting organic tomato production that encourages environmentally friendly and sustainable practices.

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AGRIVI

JUNE 21, 2023

Food production is facing a multitude of global challenges that demand immediate attention and innovative solutions. As the world’s population continues to grow, resources become increasingly scarce, and environmental concerns intensify , the need for sustainable and resilient food production practices becomes paramount.

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CABI

MAY 27, 2024

Pest outbreaks in Bangladesh are causing a rapid increase in the sale of pesticides. Chemical products such as fungicides, herbicides and insecticides can help to manage pests. In Bangladesh, pesticide risks are significant due to their extensive agricultural use and a lack of regulation.

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NASDA

JANUARY 31, 2024

During her time in this position, Josie spearheaded NASDA’s Plant and Pesticides Policy Committee and Rural Development & Financial Security Policy Committee. Josie Montoney-Crawford also joined the public policy team in December 2022 as manager of public policy.

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