EPA finalizes Herbicide Strategy to protect endangered species while providing options for growers.

The EPA has finalized its Herbicide Strategy to protect over 900 endangered species from herbicide impacts, offering more options for growers to minimize pesticide drift without imposing restrictions. The strategy identifies various farmer-implementable measures such as preventing runoff or spray drift, and credits them for reducing risks. The EPA will use this strategy to inform mitigations for new active ingredient registrations and registration reviews of conventional herbicides, ensuring conservation measures are required for all herbicide users.

August 20, 2024
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