EPA Brings Back Twice-Banned Pesticide
Summary
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the use of dicamba, a herbicide, despite previous court bans due to safety concerns. The EPA claims to have established new safety measures to protect against the chemical's risks, which include drift and possible health effects such as cancer.Key Facts
- The EPA approved dicamba, a herbicide, although it was banned by federal courts twice before.
- The herbicide's drift, or unintended spread, has been linked to damage to crops like soybeans.
- Some studies link dicamba exposure to increased cancer risks.
- The EPA's recent approval includes safety measures to restrict drift and volatility.
- Measures include reducing application rates and setting temperature limits for use.
- The EPA aims to support farmers facing challenges with weed control.
- Dicamba helps manage resistant weeds, which are difficult to control and can harm crop yields.
- The approval is temporary and includes restrictions on who can use the herbicide.
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