Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Pseudomonas Oryzihabitans Strain SYM23945
Summary
The EPA is considering whether to allow a naturally occurring bacteria called Pseudomonas Oryzihabitans Strain SYM23945 to be used as a pesticide or agricultural treatment. The agency is taking public comments until late May 2025 to decide if this biological product is safe enough for farmers and the environment.
Key Points
- 1A new type of pest control product made from naturally occurring bacteria has been proposed for use on crops
- 2The EPA is reviewing whether this biological pesticide is safe for human health and the environment
- 3Farmers and the general public have until May 28, 2025 to submit comments about this proposal
- 4This is one of several pesticide tolerance decisions the EPA handles each year to ensure crop protection products meet safety standards
- 5The decision will determine whether agricultural companies can legally sell and use this product on food crops
Impact Assessment
If you are a farmer, this means you may gain access to a new biological pesticide option for crop treatment, pending EPA safety approval.
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Key Dates
March 27, 2025
Regulatory Connections
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