Genetically modified (GM) crops were officially authorized in Brazil in 2003. In this documentary study, we aimed to identify possible changes in the patterns of pesticide use after the adoption of ...

Scientific studies link long-term exposure to pesticide residues in food with increased cancer risk, especially for vulnerable groups. Experts highlight the importance of washing produce, choosing ...

The carbamate insecticides market plays a crucial role in global agriculture and pest control sectors, providing effective solutions to manage pest infestations. These chemicals, known for their high ...

This followed a briefing to the committee last week by the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) and the South African People’s Tribunal on AgroToxins (SAPToA) on investigations into the use ...

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(Beyond Pesticides, March 26, 2025) State legislation to quash lawsuits against chemical manufacturers because of their “failure to warn” about the hazards of their pesticide products is moving ...

IPM provides an effective and environmentally sensitive approach to pest control by focusing on prevention and using pesticides only as needed. In addition to its proposed registration decision, EPA ...

School of Pharmaceutical Science, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan, China School of Pharmaceutical Science, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China ...

The company in 2023 petitioned EPA for an exemption from the risk tolerances the agency sets for pesticides. A public comment period on the new proposal ends June 12.

High levels of the pesticide in tampons is concerning because these chemicals can be absorbed through the vagina directly into the bloodstream. In 2024, Pan UK tested 15 boxes of tampons from UK ...

The report calls for more research into the health effects of various substances, including PFAS, pesticides, and food additives. The agricultural community criticized the report's findings on ...

Department of Agricultural Chemistry, Geology and Pedology, School of Chemistry, University of Murcia, Campus Universitario de Espinardo, E-30100 Murcia, Spain ...