Agriculture News and Alerts

The press releases, documents, and other information provided below were selected because of their potential interest or relevance to environmental management and compliance efforts of the agricultural community.

December 31, 2025

EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Guidance for Pesticide Registrants to Improve Efficiencies on Notifications and Minor Amendments Submitted to the Agency
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing for public comment proposed updates to Pesticide Registration Notice (PRN) 98-10, “Notifications, Non-notifications and Minor Formulation Amendments.” The new draft would provide updated guidance to registrants submitting minor modifications to a registration that do not require extensive EPA review. These modifications do not have any substantive impact on the use or safety of a pesticide. The proposed changes will not impact any procedures for the review of information related to environmental or human health. 

December 29, 2025

December 22, 2025

EPA and Army Wrap Up Public Listening Sessions on Proposed Definition of WOTUS
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of the Army (Army) have completed a series of listening sessions to hear input from the public on the agencies’ revised definition of “waters of the United States,” or WOTUS. Public input is essential to the rulemaking process and these sessions provided an important opportunity for the agencies to hear directly from a variety of stakeholders. It is clear that a durable definition of WOTUS is a priority that will protect water quality and help advance the agency’s Powering the Great American Comeback initiative.

December 18, 2025

EPA Approves New WIFIA Loans to Strengthen Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure in Oregon and Washington
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing its approval of three Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loans totaling $240 million. These loans will improve vital water infrastructure in Northwest Oregon; the City of Medford, Oregon; and King County, Washington. EPA is committed to ensuring that every American has access to safe and reliable water services and the agency’s WIFIA program plays a key role by helping finance infrastructure upgrades while loan payments reimburse the U.S. Treasury.

Senate Confirms Douglas Troutman as Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention
The United States Senate has confirmed Douglas Troutman to serve as the Assistant Administrator of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP). Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, Douglas Troutman will oversee the critical functions of the office that ensure the safe use of pesticides and chemicals.

Senate Confirms Jeffrey Hall as Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance
The United States Senate has confirmed Jeffrey Hall to serve as U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Assistant Administrator for the Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, Jeffrey Hall will work in this new role to advance the agency’s core mission of protecting human health and the environment and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative.

December 12, 2025

EPA and Army Civil Works to Gather Public Comment on Proposed WOTUS Rule in Pennsylvania
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of the Army (Army) announced two additional public meeting sessions to hear comments from the public on the agencies’ proposed rule to revise the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act., The first session will be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on  December 15, 2025 from 12-2 p.m. ET and 2:30-4 p.m. ET. The second session will be virtual only on December 16, 2025 from 12:30-2 p.m. ET and 2:30-4 p.m. ET. For more information, please visit the Public Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement Activities page.

December 11, 2025

Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC); Notice of Charter Renewal
Notice is hereby given that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has determined that, in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC) is in the public interest and supports EPA in performing its duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, the FRRCC will be renewed for an additional two-year period. The purpose of the FRRCC is to provide advice and recommendations to the EPA Administrator on environmental issues and policies that are of importance to agriculture and rural communities. Inquiries may be directed to Susan Park, Deputy Associate Administrator for Strategic Initiatives, Office of External Affairs, U.S. EPA, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20460, or FRRCC@epa.gov.

December 3, 2025

November 20, 2025

EPA Announces $7 Billion in Newly Available WIFIA Funding and Five New WIFIA Loan Approvals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $6.5 billion in Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) funding available for water systems, with an additional $550 million available to states. Interested entities can apply for this funding through a rolling application process. The agency is also announcing approval of five new WIFIA loans that will invest in critical water infrastructure projects in Texas, Illinois, Oregon, and Florida. EPA’s WIFIA program provides a powerful financial tool that can significantly accelerate investments in water infrastructure to protect human health and the environment while saving communities millions of dollars.

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: RFS Annual Rules (Renewal)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: RFS Annual Rules (EPA ICR Number 2546.04, OMB Control Number 2060–0725) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through November 30, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on April 30, 2025, during a 60- day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments.

November 19, 2025

What They are Saying: Leaders Throughout the Country Applaud EPA’s Proposal to Clearly Define Definition of Waters of the United States
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin and Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, Adam Telle, unveiled a proposed rule that would establish a clear, durable, common-sense definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act. The announcement took place at EPA Headquarters with over one hundred state and industry leaders in attendance.

November 17, 2025

EPA & Army Corps Unveil Clear, Durable WOTUS Proposal
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, together with Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle, today announced a proposed rule that would establish a clear, durable, common-sense definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act. The proposal, unveiled at an event today at EPA headquarters in Washington, DC,  follows the Supreme Court decision in Sackett and delivers on the Trump Administration's commitment to protect America's waters while providing the regulatory certainty needed to support our nation’s farmers who feed and fuel the world and advance EPA’s Powering the Great American Comeback initiative.

November 12, 2025

EPA Grants the State of Texas Primacy to Protect Underground Water Resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule approving the State of Texas’ request to administer permitting for Class VI underground injection wells under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). With this approval, Texas will implement Underground Injection Control (UIC) programs covering all well-types (Class I-VI), allowing better coordination and improved efficiencies.

November 3, 2025

EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Herbicide Epyrifenacil
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed registration decision for two products containing new active ingredient epyrifenacil for use as a pre-plant burndown herbicide for agricultural use in canola, field corn, soybean, wheat, and fallow land (corn, soybean, and wheat), and for non-agricultural use on non-crop areas such as areas around industrial or farm buildings.

November 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Cyclobutrifluram; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance action for residues of cyclobutrifluram in or on the food and feed commodities of cotton, gin byproducts; cotton, undelinted seed; lettuce, leaf; soybean, seed. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), Syngenta submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on the identified commodities. (November 5)
• EPA Updates Review on Potential Paraquat Volatilization and Plans to Request Additional Data from Manufacturers
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing an updated review of the potential for the pesticide paraquat to volatilize from treated agricultural fields. As a result, EPA will be issuing a data call-in (DCI) notice to paraquat manufacturers requesting additional data. (November 13)
• Fluazinam; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of fluazinam (CASRN 79622–59–6) in or on pear, Asian. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), ISK Biosciences Corporation submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide on in or on the identified commodity. (November 17)
• Chlorantraniliprole; Pesticide Tolerance for Emergency Exemption
  This regulation establishes a time-limited tolerance for residues of chlorantraniliprole, including its metabolites and degradates, in or on rice, grain. This action is in response to EPA’s granting of an emergency exemption under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) authorizing use of the pesticide on rice. This regulation establishes a maximum permissible level for residues of chlorantraniliprole. The time-limited tolerance expires on December 31, 2028. (November 17)
• Castor Oil, Polymer With 2- Ethylhexanol, Maleic Anhydride and Soybean Oil, Sodium Salt in Pesticide Formulations: Tolerance Exemption
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of castor oil, polymer with 2-ethylhexanol, maleic anhydride and soybean oil, sodium salt (CAS No. 3057850–65–1) minimum number average molecular weight 4571; when used as an inert ingredient in a pesticide chemical formulation under 40 CFR 180.960. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), Spring Regulatory Sciences on behalf of Ashland Specialty Ingredients G.P. submitted a petition to EPA requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of castor oil, polymer with 2-ethylhexanol, maleic anhydride and soybean oil, sodium salt on food or feed commodities when used in accordance with these exemptions. (November 17)
• Various Fragrance Components in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement for a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of various fragrance components listed in Unit II of this document when used as an inert ingredient in antimicrobial formulations applied to food-contact surfaces in public eating places, dairy-processing equipment, and food-processing equipment and utensils under 40 CFR 180.940(a) when the end-use concentration does not exceed 5 parts per million (ppm). Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), Innovative Reform Group, on behalf of The Clorox Company, submitted a petition to EPA requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of various fragrance components, when used in accordance with the terms of those exemptions. (November 17)
• Oxirane, Methyl-, Polymer With Oxirane, Monobutyl Ether and Oxirane, 2-Methyl, Polymer With Oxirane, Monomethyl Ether in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement for a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutyl ether (CAS Reg. No. 9038– 95–3) minimum number average molecular weight 800 Daltons and a limitation of 10% for oxirane, 2- methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monomethyl ether (CAS Reg. No. 9063– 06–3) minimum number average molecular weight 800 Daltons as inert ingredients when used as an inert ingredient (adjuvant, carrier, diluent or solvent) on growing crops and raw agricultural commodities pre- and postharvest under 40 CFR 180.910 and to animals under 40 CFR 180.930. Spring Regulatory Sciences on behalf of Evonik Corporation submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting establishment of an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutyl ether and oxirane, 2-methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monomethyl ether, when used in accordance with the terms of those exemptions. (November 17)
• Fluopyram; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of fluopyram (CASRN 658066–35–4) in or on mango. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), The United States Department of Agriculture— Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA– FAS) submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on the identified commodity. (November 18)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (August 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register new pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a change in use pattern. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2022, 2024, and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (November 18)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Decisions and Case Closures for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s interim registration review decision for sedaxane. (November 18)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal Collection and Request for Comment; Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Training, Notification, and Recordkeeping
  In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): ‘‘Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Training, Notification, and Recordkeeping (EPA ICR No. 2491.07 and OMB Control No. 2070–0190).’’ This ICR represents a renewal of an existing ICR that is currently approved through June 30, 2026. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. (November 18)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal Collection and Request for Comment; Certification of Pesticide Applicators
  In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Certification of Applicators (EPA ICR No. 0155.17 and OMB Control No. 2070–0029). This ICR represents a renewal of an existing ICR that is currently approved through August 31, 2026. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. (November 18)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal Collection and Request for Comment; Reporting in the FIFRA Grant Database
  In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Reporting in the FIFRA Grant Database (EPA ICR No. 2511.04 and OMB Control No. 2070–0198). This ICR represents a renewal of an existing ICR that is currently approved through July 31, 2026. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. (November 18)
• Glufosinate; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes, modifies, and revokes tolerances for residues of glufosinate (CASRN 77182– 82–2) in or on rice and tea commodities. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), BASF Corporation submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide on in or on the identified commodity(ies). (November 20)
• EPA Announces Final Registration of New Pesticide Isocycloseram
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered ten products containing the new active ingredient isocycloseram, a broad-spectrum contact insecticide proposed for use on agricultural crops, turf and ornamentals, as well as indoor and outdoor uses for commercial, industrial and domestic sites. This new active ingredient will give farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and grow more food for our country. Some of the target pests for these products can cause significant crop damage and financial loss to growers, such as the tarnished plant bug in cotton, Colorado potato beetle in potatoes and diamondback moth in Brassica vegetables. Isocycloseram will also give citrus farmers an important new product to help control the pest Asian citrus psyllid, the primary vector of devastating citrus greening disease. Additionally, this pesticide has important benefits for managing indoor pests, including cockroaches, termites and bed bugs. No human health risks of concern were identified when isocycloseram is used according to the registered labels. (November 20)
• Pesticides; Notice of Receipt of Requests To Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amend Registrations To Terminate Certain Uses With a 30-Day Comment Period (September 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel their pesticide registration of certain products and/or to amend their product registrations to terminate one or more uses. In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA provides a periodic notice of receipt addressing requests received by EPA since the last notice of receipt was issued and uses the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments during the comment period that would merit further review of the requests, or the request is withdrawn by the registrant. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of the products listed in this document will only be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (November 20)
• Propyzamide; Extension of Tolerance for Emergency Exemption
  This regulation extends the time-limited tolerance for residues of propyzamide in or on cranberry for an additional three-year period. The time limited tolerance expires on December 31, 2028. This action is in response to EPA’s granting of an emergency exemption under section 18 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) authorizing use of this pesticide. In addition, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requires EPA to establish a time-limited tolerance or exemption from the requirement for a tolerance for pesticide chemical residues in food that will result from the use of a pesticide under an emergency exemption granted by EPA under FIFRA. (November 26)
• FACT CHECK: EPA Debunks False Claims that Agency Recently Approved "Forever Chemical" Pesticides
  U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention experts with decades of experience in pesticide evaluation, today issued a comprehensive fact-check addressing dangerous misinformation circulating about EPA's recent pesticide approvals. (November 26)
• Notice of Funding Availability for Credit Assistance Under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) Program
  The purpose of this notice of funding availability (NOFA) is to solicit letters of interest (LOIs) from prospective borrowers seeking credit assistance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program. EPA estimates that it may lend approximately $6.5 billion to help finance $13 billion in water infrastructure investment. (November 28)

October 24, 2025

EPA Rescheduling November 2025 FIFRA Scientific Advisory Panel Meeting on Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes
The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will reschedule the November 3-5, 2025, virtual public meeting of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel on genetically engineered mosquitoes (GE) for mosquito control. EPA will announce the new dates for this meeting once they have been selected.

October 23, 2025

EPA Announces Proposed Registration of New Biopesticide and Biopesticides Webpage
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed registration decision for products containing the new active ingredient Priestia megaterium strain SYM36613, a broad-spectrum fungicide proposed for use on Brassica vegetables, bulb vegetables, root and tuber vegetables, cereal grains, corn, cotton, legumes, oil seeds, peanuts and soybeans. EPA is also highlighting the biopesticides webpage, where information on this and other biopesticides under review by the agency can be found.

October 9, 2025

EPA Releases Reports as Part of Agency Efforts to Optimize Pesticide Registration Processes
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking a major step to evaluate and optimize key pesticide registration functions by releasing two evaluations of EPA programs. The first report provides the results of a third-party audit focused on assessing the operational performance of the agency’s Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) and provides recommendations for improvement. The second report evaluates OPP’s training and education gaps to support implementation of the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act (PRIA 5). The agency is sharing this information in an effort to help improve the registration process for pesticide registrants and other stakeholders. This action supports Administrator Zeldin’s work to advance permitting reform by increasing efficiency and providing more regulatory certainty for companies that make pesticides and the businesses that use them to control pests and ensure our country’s food supply. 

October 7, 2025

Update on Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing an update on the status of the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC).  While undergoing its biennial review required by law, the charter for PPDC has temporarily expired as the agency makes some minor adjustments to the charter. While EPA is planning to expeditiously recharter PPDC, consistent with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (5 U.S.C. § 1008(c)), the activities of PPDC and its workgroups will temporarily cease until rechartering is complete. As a result, EPA has cancelled the November 2025 full committee public PPDC meeting.

EPA Shares Fish and Wildlife Service’s Draft Biological Opinions for Atrazine and Simazine for Public Comment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing and seeking public comment on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) draft biological opinions (BiOp) for the pesticides atrazine and simazine. Atrazine and simazine are two widely used herbicides in the United States. The FWS draft biological opinions for atrazine and simazine are available on EPA’s Biological Opinions Webpage and public comments may be submitted to docket number EPA-HQ-OPP-2020-0514 at  www.regulations.gov. The draft biological opinions will be available for public comment for 60 days.

Senate Confirms Usha-Maria Turner as EPA’s Assistant Administrator for the Office of International and Tribal Affairs
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Usha-Maria Turner to serve as Assistant Administrator for the Office of International and Tribal Affairs (OITA) at U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA). Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, Turner will lead efforts to advance the agency’s core mission of protecting human health and the environment and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback initiative.

Senate Confirms John Busterud as Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Land and Emergency Management
The U.S. Senate has confirmed John W. Busterud to serve as the Assistant Administrator of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of Land and Emergency Management (OLEM). Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, John W. Busterud will be responsible for protecting the human health and environment of American communities by preventing contamination, cleaning up and returning land to productive use. This includes leading OLEM’s Superfund and Brownfields programs that exemplify Administrator Zeldin’s vision of supporting environmental stewardship while growing our economy and promoting job growth to Power the Great American Comeback.

October 6, 2025

EPA and Virginia Agriculture Forge First-Ever Memorandum of Understanding
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 (EPA) and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) announced the first-ever signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize their partnership and expand their collaborative activities related to agricultural practices that benefit the environment, regulatory and compliance programs, outreach, training, communication, and education.

October 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Amicarbazone; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of amicarbazone (CASRN 129909–90–6) in or on sugarcane, cane; and sugarcane, molasses. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), UPL Delaware, Inc. submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on the identified commodities. (October 1)
• Pesticide Registration Maintenance Fee; Cancellation Order for Certain Pesticide Registrations
  Pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is hereby issuing an order for the cancellations of the pesticide product registrations identified in this document. EPA previously announced its receipt of and requested comment on requests to voluntarily cancel the product registrations listed in Table 1 of Unit II. and announced its intent to cancel the product registrations listed in Table 3 of Unit II. With the issuance of this cancellation order, any sale, distribution, or use of products listed in this notice will be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (October 15)
• ASFBIOF01-02 Polypeptide; Exemption From the Requirement of a Pesticide Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of ASFBIOF01-02 polypeptide in or on all food and feed commodities if used according to the label and good agricultural practices. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), Biotalys NV submitted a petition to EPA requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide when used in accordance with the terms of the exemption. (October 30)
• Priestia Megaterium Strain SYM36613; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Priestia megaterium strain SYM36613, formerly Bacillus aryabhattai strain SYM36613 (P. megaterium strain SYM36613) in or on all food commodities when used in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. Indigo Ag, Inc. submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of P. megaterium strain SYM36613 under FFDCA when used in accordance with this exemption. (October 31)

September 30, 2025

EPA Releases Final Biological Evaluations of the Pesticides Bicyclopyrone and Benzovindiflupyr Effects on Endangered Species
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing the final biological evaluations (BEs) and response to comments received on the draft BEs for the pesticides bicyclopyrone and benzovindiflupyr on federally threatened and endangered (listed) species and designated critical habitats. These final BEs are part of EPA’s efforts to meet its obligations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

September 25, 2025

EPA Provides New Tool to Protect Honey Bees, Ensuring Safe and Abundant Food Supply
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing a final registration decision for one technical and two end use products containing the new pesticide active ingredient Vadescana for control against Varroa mites (Varroa destructor) in honey bee hives. EPA prioritizes pesticide applications that target Varroa mites to provide beekeepers with a variety of tools to combat this pest—a contributor to colony collapse. The agency is committed to supporting the development of innovative products that give the agricultural community the tools they need to ensure our country has a safe and abundant food supply. EPA has a webpage with more information on Vadescana and other products to control Varroa mites.   

September 23, 2025

EPA Administrator Zeldin Visits Delaware, Washington, Arizona and Idaho, Advancing Agricultural Innovation, Environmental Protection and American Energy Dominance
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Delaware, Washington, Arizona and Idaho this week, meeting with state, tribal, and local partners, farmers and other stakeholders about environmental and agricultural challenges, as well as energy and other economic opportunities, impacting the states. 

September 18, 2025

Senate Confirms Jess Kramer as EPA’s Assistant Administrator for Water
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jessica Kramer to serve as U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Assistant Administrator for the Office of Water. Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, Jess Kramer will work in this new role to advance the agency’s core mission of protecting human health and the environment and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative.

September 16, 2025

EPA Proposes Renewable Fuel Standards Supplemental Rule, Addresses Small Refinery Exemptions
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) that revises the proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” renewable volume requirements (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027 to account for the small refinery exemption (SRE) decisions issued on August 22, 2025. This proposal is an important step in the EPA’s tireless work to repair the damage done after four years of the Biden-Harris Administration neglecting key components of the RFS program, including threats to transform the RFS program into a subsidy for electric vehicle charging stations as part of a larger strategy to electrify the transportation sector. The Trump Administration reaffirms its renewed commitment to honor the program’s purpose to support biofuels as an essential part of a thriving liquid fuels market.

September 10, 2025

EPA Grants Arizona Primacy to Protect Underground Water Resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule approving the State of Arizona’s request to administer all classes of underground injection wells under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This action recognizes that Arizona is best positioned to protect its underground sources of drinking water while bolstering economic growth and energy dominance. It supports EPA’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative, which prioritizes clean and safe water for every American, restoring American energy dominance, and advancing cooperative federalism.

September 5, 2025

EPA Launches 'Feed It Onward' Initiative
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin today announced the launch of Feed It Onward, a new national initiative designed to reduce food waste and strengthen food security across America. At Scott Air Force Base in Illinois, Administrator Zeldin was joined by representatives from Frey Farms, who delivered a truckload of fresh produce, that otherwise would’ve been sent to a landfill, to feed and support military families on base.

September 4, 2025

Pesticide Registration Review; Pesticide Dockets Opened for Review and Comment; Notice of Availability
This document announces the availability of the EPA’s work plans and registration review case dockets for the following chemicals: ethaboxam, and urea sulfate. EPA is opening the case dockets to allow for public review and comment for these work plans. The Ethaboxam Registration Review is available in the docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2025-0118 and the Urea Sulfate Registration Review is available in the docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2025-0164 on www.regulations.gov.

September 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• EPA Updates Aquatic Life Benchmarks for Registered Conventional and Antimicrobial Pesticides
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released an updated version of the  Aquatic Life Benchmarks. These benchmarks are estimates of the concentrations below which pesticides (including conventional and antimicrobial pesticides) are not expected to present a risk of concern for freshwater organisms. (September 4)
• Receipt of Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities—June 2025
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits public comment on initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency compiled the petitions identified in this notice of filing. Unit II. of this document identifies certain petitions received in 2023, 2024, and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each petition, including who submitted the petition and the requested action. (September 5)
• Receipt of Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities—July 2025
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits public comment on initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency compiled the petitions identified in this notice of filing. Unit II. of this document identifies certain petitions received in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each petition, including who submitted the petition and the requested action. (September 29)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (July 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register new pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a change in use pattern. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2024 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (September 29)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (July 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register new pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a change in use pattern. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2024 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (September 29)

August 30, 2025

EPA Announces Action to Support Lower Food Prices for Americans and Reduce Burden on American Farmers by Addressing Meat and Poultry Discharge Regulations
At Christensen Farms in Minnesota, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced a final action imposing no additional wastewater discharge regulations on meat and poultry processing facilities. This action advances the Trump Administration’s successful efforts to support a lower cost of living for American families and American farmers while protecting human health and the environment. Administrator Zeldin was joined by Christensen Farms CEO Greg Howard and U.S. Representatives Brad Finstad (R-MN-01) and Michelle Fischbach (R-MN-07) for a tour of the mill and farm following the announcement. The family-owned and operated facility oversees 145,000 sows across 44 farms creating more than 1,000 local jobs.

August 21, 2025

EPA Releases Documents on Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes for Public Comment and Peer Review
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its white paper and supporting materials on genetically engineered (GE) mosquitoes for mosquito control. These materials outline considerations for the design of these insects and propose analytical methods for determining the absence of novel proteins in the saliva of GE female mosquitoes. These materials are being released for public comment and peer review by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP).

August 20, 2025

Register for EPA’s Webinar on Mitigation Measures to Protect Endangered Species from Pesticides
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public webinar on September 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET to provide information on the ecological runoff/erosion and spray drift mitigation measures that can be used to protect endangered species from pesticides. These measures are part of EPA’s online menu of mitigation measures pesticide users can choose from depending on their crop, region, agronomic practices, and the individual field to protect endangered species. The mitigation menu approach is intended to improve flexibility for pesticide users by providing options that work best for their situation, while still achieving an appropriate level of mitigation.

EPA Requests Comments on Peer Reviewers for the FIFRA SAP on Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on scientific and technical experts to be considered as ad hoc peer reviewers to assist the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP) with the review of EPA’s white paper on genetically engineered (GE) female mosquitoes for mosquito control. This call for public comments follows EPA’s request for nominations in July 2025.

August 14, 2025

EPA Releases New Mobile Tool to Help Farmers Implement Recommended Ecological Pesticide Mitigation Measures
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the release of the Pesticide App for Label Mitigations (PALM), an easy-to-use, mobile-friendly tool to serve as a one-stop shop that helps farmers and applicators use EPA’s mitigation menu to reduce pesticide exposure to nontarget species from agricultural crop uses. Quickly accessible in the field, at users’ fingertips, PALM will make mitigation information from the final Insecticide Strategy, Herbicide Strategy and other strategies readily available in an intuitive, user-friendly format. This action supports Administrator Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative Pillar 1: Clean Air, Land and Water for Every American.

August 13, 2025

EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Pesticide Fluoxapiprolin
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed registration for one technical and one end-use product containing the new active ingredient fluoxapiprolin, a broad-spectrum fungicide proposed for use on Brassica head and stem vegetables, bulb vegetables, cucurbit vegetables, fruiting vegetables, grapes, leafy vegetables, leaf petiole vegetables and potatoes. Fluoxapiprolin, when used according to label instructions, does not result in risks of concern for human health or the environment.

August 12, 2025

At Iowa State Fair, EPA Administrator Zeldin Announces Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fix
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced new action to protect American farmers, truckers, and other diesel equipment operators from sudden speed and power losses caused by diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems. Alongside U.S. Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler at the Iowa State Fair, EPA issued clear guidance urging engine and equipment manufacturers to revise DEF system software in existing vehicles and equipment to prevent these sudden shutdowns, giving operators more time to repair faults without impacting productivity or safety. Please see EPA's Diesel Exhaust Fluid website for more information.

EPA Announces Action to Protect Endangered Species from Insecticide Methomyl
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing that it has approved labels that implement measures required by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) final biological opinion on methomyl. In addition to the measures required by NMFS, EPA approved an action initiated by a methomyl registrant to reclassify the last remaining non-restricted use pesticide (RUP) methomyl product as a RUP. All methomyl products are RUPs and may only be applied by certified applicators. Methomyl is an insecticide used on a variety of crops, including field vegetables and orchard crops.

August 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Active Ingredients (March–May 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register pesticide products containing active ingredients not included in any currently registered pesticide products. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency compiled the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2023 and 2024 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (August 4)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (March–May 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register new pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a changed use pattern. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2023, 2024 and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (August 4)
• Cancellation Order for Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amendments To Terminate Uses (From May 7, 2024 Notice)
  This notice announces EPA’s order for the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, voluntarily requested by the registrants and accepted by the Agency, pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This cancellation order follows a May 07, 2024, Federal Register Notice of Receipt of Requests from the registrants listed in Table 3 of Unit II, to voluntarily cancel and/or amend to terminate uses of these product registrations. In the May 07, 2024, notice, EPA indicated that it would issue an order implementing the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, unless the Agency received substantive comments within the 180-day comment period that would merit its further review of these requests, or unless the registrants withdrew their requests. The Agency did not receive any comments on the notice. Further, the registrants did not withdraw their requests. Accordingly, EPA hereby issues in this notice a cancellation order granting the requested cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses. Any distribution, sale, or use of the products subject to this cancellation order is permitted only in accordance with the terms of this order, including any existing stocks provisions. (August 5)
• Cancellation Order for Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amendments To Terminate Uses (From December 18, 2024 Notice)
  This notice announces EPA’s order for the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, voluntarily requested by the registrants and accepted by the Agency, pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This cancellation order follows a December 18, 2024, Federal Register Notice of Receipt of Requests from the registrants listed in Table 3 of Unit II to voluntarily cancel and/or amend to terminate uses of all these product registrations. In the December 18, 2024, notice, EPA indicated that it would issue an order implementing the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, unless the Agency received substantive comments within the 30-day comment period that would merit its further review of these requests, or unless the registrants withdrew their requests. The Agency did not receive any comments on the notice. Further, the registrants did not withdraw their requests. Accordingly, EPA hereby issues in this notice a cancellation order granting the requested cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses. Any distribution, sale, or use of the products subject to this cancellation order is permitted only in accordance with the terms of this order, including any existing stocks provisions. (August 5)
• Pesticide Registration Maintenance Fee; Requested and Proposed Cancellations of Certain Pesticide Registrations
  Pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is issuing this notice of receipt of requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel the pesticide registrations identified in Unit II. The registrants submitted their requests as part of their response to a registration maintenance fee payment notice for 2025. EPA intends to grant these requests to cancel at the close of the comment period unless the Agency receives substantive comments within the comment period that would merit its further review of the requests to cancel, or unless the registrants withdraw their requests. If these requests to cancel are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of products listed in this notice will be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. In addition, as a result of the registrants’ nonresponse or non-payment of the 2025 fees, EPA is issuing this notice of intent to cancel the pesticide product registrations identified in Unit III. Unless the Agency receives prompt payment of maintenance fees due for the registrations listed in Unit III., the Agency will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed registrations for which inadequate or no payment has been received. (August 5)
• Pesticides; Notice of Receipt of Requests To Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amend Registrations To Terminate Certain Uses (April 2025)
  In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA is issuing a notice of receipt of and soliciting comments on requests by the registrants to voluntarily cancel their registrations of certain products and/or to amend their product registrations to terminate one or more uses. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments within the comment period that would merit further review of the requests, or the registrants withdraw their requests. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of the products listed in this document will be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. Note that the month and year provided in the title are intended to help distinguish this document from other documents with the same title. This document identifies those requests that were received after the last notice of receipt was issued and are currently under review by EPA. (August 5)
• EPA Orders Three Chicago Businesses to Stop Sale of Unregistered Pesticide Products
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ordered three businesses in Chicago, Illinois, to immediately stop selling unregistered pesticide products. The stores are Rogers Park Fruit Market, A Plus Store and Mazuma Trading Co. (August 5)
• Bacillus thuringiensis Cry1A.2 and Cry1B.2 Proteins; Exemptions From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of the Bacillus thuringiensis Cry1A.2 and Cry1B.2 proteins (hereafter Cry1A.2 and Cry1B.2 proteins) in or on the food and feed commodities of soybean when used as plant-incorporated protectants (PIP) in soybean. Bayer CropScience LP submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting these exemptions. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of these pesticides when used in accordance with the terms of the exemption. (August 6)
• Ethyl Formate; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of ethyl formate in or on citrus (10–10), kiwifruit (fuzzy and hardy), and table grapes when used as a fumigant in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. VPTox LLC, submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) on behalf of Draslovka Services Pty Ltd, requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of ethyl formate in or on citrus, crop group 10–10; kiwifruit, fuzzy; kiwifruit, hardy, and grape, table in accordance with the terms of the exemption. (August 6)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Decisions and Case Closures for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s final registration review decisions for ancymidol and dallethrin and interim registration review decision for folpet. In addition, this notice announces the closure of the registration review cases for calcium lactate, DCPA, demiditraz, humates (as derived from leonardite), isopropyl myristate, jojoba oil, and sarmentine because the last U.S. registrations for these pesticides have been canceled. (August 6)
• Fenoxaprop-Ethyl, Flufenpyr-Ethyl, Imazapyr, Maleic Hydrazide, Pyrazon, Quinclorac, Triflumizole, et al.; Tolerance and Tolerance Exemption Actions
  On February 5, 2019, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) proposed tolerance and tolerance exemption actions for several pesticides under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA is issuing this supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking to modify the previously proposed tolerance exemptions for one of those pesticides: maleic hydrazide. (August 8)
• Notice of Receipt of Requests To Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amend Registrations To Terminate Certain Uses (December 2024)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel their pesticide registration of certain products and/or to amend their product registrations to terminate one or more uses. In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA provides a periodic notice of receipt addressing requests received by EPA since the last notice of receipt was issued and uses the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments during the comment period that would merit further review of the requests, or the request is withdrawn by the registrant. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of the products listed in this document will only be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (August 11)
• Mandipropamid; Pesticide Tolerance
  This regulation establishes a tolerance action for residues of mandipropamid in or on papaya. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on the identified commodities. (August 15)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (June 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register new uses for pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in calendar years 2024 and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (August 19)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Active Ingredients (June 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register pesticide products containing active ingredients not included in any currently registered pesticide products. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency complied the applications identified in this notice of receipt. Unit II. of this document identifies certain applications received in 2023 and 2024 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each application, including when it was received, who submitted the application, and the purpose of the application. (August 19)
• FIFRA Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP); Determining the Absence of Novel Proteins in the Saliva of Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes for Mosquito Control; Notice of Availability, and Request for Comment
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or ‘‘Agency’’) is announcing the availability of and soliciting public comment on materials that are being submitted to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP) for peer review on ‘‘Determining the Absence of Novel Proteins in the Saliva of Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes for Mosquito Control.’’ The white paper, charge questions, background documents, and related supporting materials are available for public review and comment. The FIFRA SAP will consider and review the documents at a 3-day virtual public meeting that was previously announced in the Federal Register of July 24, 2025. The virtual public meeting will be held on November 3–5, 2025, via a webcast platform such as ‘‘Zoomgov.com’’ and audio teleconference. (August 21)
• Pesticide Experimental Use Permit; Receipt of Application; Comment Request (May 2025)
  This notice announces EPA’s receipt of an application 102306–EUP– R from Synvect, Inc. 505 Coast Blvd., Suite 210, La Jolla, CA 92037, requesting an experimental use permit (EUP) for the Streptococcus pyogenes Cas9 (SpCas9) protein. The Agency has determined that the permit may be of regional and national significance. Therefore, because of the potential significance, EPA is seeking comments on this application. (August 27)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Labeling Requirements for Certain Minimum Risk Pesticides Under FIFRA Section 25(b) (Renewal)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), Labeling Requirements for Certain Minimum Risk Pesticides Under FIFRA Section 25(b) (EPA ICR Number 2475.05 and OMB Control Number 2070–0187) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is approved through August 31, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on December 13, 2024 during a 60-day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. (August 28)
• Ortho-Phthalaldehyde; Receipt of Application for Emergency Exemption, Solicitation of Public Comment
  EPA is announcing a specific exemption request from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to use the pesticide ortho[1]phthalaldehyde (OPA, CAS No. 643–79– 8) to treat the coolant fluid of the internal active thermal control system (IATCS) of the International Space Station (ISS) to control aerobic/ microaerophilic bacteria in the aqueous coolant. The applicant proposes the use of a new chemical which has not been registered by EPA. Therefore, in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations, EPA is soliciting public comment before making the decision whether to grant the exemption. (August 28)

July 23, 2025

EPA Announces Proposed Decision to Approve Registration for New Uses of Dicamba, Outlines New Measures to Protect Human Health, Environment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing for public comment its proposed registration for three end-use dicamba products for broadleaf weed control in dicamba-tolerant cotton and dicamba-tolerant soybean. EPA has conducted a robust human health risk assessment for these proposed products and has not identified any human health or dietary risks of concern. Additionally, the agency is proposing to put several measures in place to protect against the ecological risks found in EPA’s assessment. These new products would give farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and increase yields in order to provide a healthy and affordable food supply for our country.

EPA Requests Nominations of Peer Reviewers to Evaluate Design Considerations for Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking nominations of scientific and technical experts to be considered as ad hoc reviewers in the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Scientific Advisory Panel (SAP) review of EPA’s white paper on genetically engineered (GE) female mosquitoes for mosquito control.

July 21, 2025

EPA Seeks Nominations for Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting nominations of qualified candidates for appointment to the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC). The PPDC provides policy advice, information and recommendations to the EPA on a wide variety of pesticide regulatory development and reform initiatives, evolving public policy and program implementation issues, and policy issues associated with evaluating and reducing risks from pesticide use.

EPA Seeks Public Comment on New Plan to Streamline Tracking of Bilingual Labeling Adoption and Releases Updated Bilingual Labeling Resources
The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking public comments on a new, streamlined approach for how the agency plans to track the adoption of bilingual pesticide labeling. The agency is also announcing updates to the Bilingual Labeling Questions and Answers (Q&A) webpage, which provides guidance on bilingual labeling requirements for various types of pesticide products.

July 9, 2025

EPA Region 7 Hosts Farm Bureaus
On July 1, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hosted the region’s Farm Bureaus at the Regional Office in Lenexa, Kansas, to discuss topics at the intersection of agriculture and EPA regulations. “Last week, our leadership had the chance to hear directly from the groups that represent farmers in the Heartland,” said EPA Region 7 Administrator Jim Macy. “Through these forums, we’re building partnerships that will Power the Great American Comeback, while protecting human health and the environment.”

July 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• EPA Issues Orders to Stop the Sale of Unregistered Pesticide Products in Illinois
  U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued an order to Banner Wholesale Grocers to prevent the illegal distribution and sale of unregistered pesticide products through the company’s website and retail location at 2639 S. Damen Ave., Chicago. EPA also issued “stop sale” orders to companies that supplied the unregistered products to Banner Wholesale Grocers: Monterrey Trade Corp. in Chicago, and Millennium Imports LLC in Plainfield, Illinois. (July 2)
• Cancellation Order for Certain Pesticide Registrations and/or Amendments To Terminate Uses
  This notice announces EPA’s order for the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, voluntarily requested by the registrants and accepted by the Agency, pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This cancellation order follows a December 17, 2024, Federal Register Notice of Receipt of Requests from the registrants listed in Table 3 of Unit II to voluntarily cancel and/or amend to terminate uses of all these product registrations. In the December 17, 2024, notice, EPA indicated that it would issue an order implementing the cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses, unless the Agency received substantive comments within the 30-day comment period that would merit its further review of these requests, or unless the registrants withdrew their requests. The Agency received one anonymous comment on the notice, but it did not merit its further review of the requests. Further, the registrants did not withdraw their requests. Accordingly, EPA hereby issues in this notice a cancellation order granting the requested cancellations and/or amendments to terminate uses. Any distribution, sale, or use of the products subject to this cancellation order is permitted only in accordance with the terms of this order, including any existing stocks provisions. (July 2)
• Isocycloseram; Receipt of Application for Emergency Exemption, Solicitation of Public Comment
  EPA is announcing a specific exemption request from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to use the insecticide isocycloseram (CAS No. 2061933–85–3) to treat up to 2,500 acres of bulb onion to control onion thrips. The applicant proposes the use of a new chemical which has not been registered by EPA. Due to the urgent nature of the emergency, the limited time available to authorize this request in time for the use season, and the recently concluded public participation process for the related proposed Section 3 product registration for the same use, EPA has eliminated the public comment period. Nonetheless, interested parties may still contact the Agency with information about this notice and treatment program. (July 2)
• Receipt of Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (February– May 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits public comment on initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. The Agency is providing this notice in accordance with the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA uses the month and year in the title to identify when the Agency compiled the petitions identified in this notice of filing. Unit II. of this document identifies certain petitions received in 2023, 2024 and 2025 that are currently being evaluated by EPA, along with information about each petition, including who submitted the petition and the requested action. (July 3)
• Acetamiprid; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of acetamiprid in or on multiple spice commodities that are identified and discussed in this document. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), the American Spice Trade Association submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on these commodities. (July 16)
• Triclopyr; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance for residues of triclopyr, including its metabolites and degradates, in or on orange subgroup 10–10A. UPL Chile S.A. requested this tolerance under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). DATES: This regulation is effective July 16, 2025. Objections and requests for hearings must be received on or before September 15, 2025, and must be filed in accordance with the instructions provided in 40 CFR part 178 (see also Unit I.C. of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION). (July 16)
• Cypermethrin; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance action for residues of cypermethrin (CASRN 52315–07–8) in or on the food and feed commodities of durian. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide on in or on the identified commodity(ies). (July 17)
• Statement by Regional Administrator Josh F.W. Cook on the Siskiyou County Illegal Pesticides Crisis
  EPA Pacific Southwest Region Administrator Josh F.W. Cook issued the following statement today regarding the ongoing illegal pesticides crisis in California’s Siskiyou County. (July 17)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Proposed Decision for 4–CPA; Notice of Availability
  This document announces the availability of and soliciting public comment on EPA’s proposed registration review decision for 4- chlorophenoxyacetic acid (4–CPA). (July 22)
• Afidopyropen; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance for residues of the insecticide afidopyropen in or on lettuce, leaf. Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), the Interregional Research Project #4 (IR–4) submitted a petition to EPA requesting that EPA establish a maximum permissible level for residues of this pesticide in or on the identified commodity. (July 23)
• EPA Reaches $326,200 Settlement with Hospeco Brands Group for Allegedly Selling Unregistered Pesticide Products
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a settlement with Tranzonic Cos., known as Hospeco Brands Group, in Cleveland, Ohio, for allegedly selling unregistered pesticide products and a product with incorrect pesticidal claims. The company will pay $326,200 in penalties and remove all false claims in marketing materials. (July 23)
• Pyroxasulfone; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of pyroxasulfone in or on the nut, tree, group 14–12; the fruit, small, vine climbing, except fuzzy kiwifruit, subgroup 13–07F; and almond hulls. K-I Chemical U.S.A., Inc. requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (July 29)
• Pesticides: Notice of Receipt of Requests to Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations With a 30-Day Comment Period (June 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel their pesticide registrations. In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA provides a periodic notice of receipt addressing requests received by EPA since the last notice of receipt was issued and uses the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. For this notice, EPA has compiled the requests received between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments during the comment period that would merit further review of the requests, or the request is withdrawn by the registrant. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of the products listed in this document will only be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (July 31)
• Pesticides: Notice of Receipt of Requests To Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations With a 180-Day Comment Period (June 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel their pesticide registrations. In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA provides a periodic notice of receipt addressing requests received by EPA since the last notice of receipt was issued and uses the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. For this notice, EPA has compiled the requests received between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments during the comment period that would merit further review of the requests, or the request is withdrawn by the registrant. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of the products listed in this document will only be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (July 31)

June 25, 2025

EPA Selects Four Organizations to Receive $3.7 Million in Grants to Assist Farmers with Nutrient Management in Western Lake Erie Basin
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced four Michigan and Ohio grant recipients will receive $3,712,124 to engage farmers and provide nutrient management technical assistance in the Western Lake Erie Basin. Nutrient runoff from agricultural land is the leading cause of harmful algal blooms in Lake Erie. "Keeping fertilizer on the fields is a win for farmers and a win for water quality," said EPA Region 5 Administrator and Great Lakes National Program Manager Anne Vogel. "This funding helps farmers apply nutrients more efficiently, safeguarding the long-term health and sustainability of Lake Erie."

June 18, 2025

EPA Region 7 Hosts Agribusiness and Cooperative Associations at Regional Office
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hosted agribusiness and cooperative associations at the Regional Office in Lenexa, Kansas, to discuss topics at the intersection of agriculture and EPA regulations. Together, these groups represent thousands of agricultural businesses and stakeholders across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. “It’s important to maintain strong relationships with groups that represent the regulated community in our four states,” said EPA Region 7 Administrator Jim Macy. “Meetings like the one we had today lay the foundation for partnerships that will Power the Great American Comeback and advance EPA’s priority of clean air, water, and land for every American.”

June 17, 2025

EPA and Army Wrap Up Initial Listening Sessions, Move Toward Proposal to Revise 2023 Definition of WOTUS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of the Army (Army) have completed a robust series of listening sessions intended to seek input from stakeholders on real-world and practical experience with Clean Water Act (CWA) programs and requirements that rely on the definition of “waters of the United States,” or WOTUS. Through these sessions, the agencies gained invaluable insights representing on-the-ground perspectives of farmers and ranchers, homebuilders and construction contractors, miners and energy producers, manufacturers, states, Tribes, elected officials, environmental groups and the general public.  

June 13, 2025

EPA Proposes New Renewable Fuel Standards to Strengthen U.S. Energy Security, Support Rural America, and Expand Production of Domestic Fuels
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a major step forward to strengthen American energy security and support American farmers by proposing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements for 2026 and 2027. This action represents a critical and much-needed step in the evolution of this program. This is the 20th anniversary of the RFS program. Under President Trump’s leadership, EPA’s “Set 2” proposal ensures the RFS program remains true to Congress’ original intent of increasing the use of homegrown American biofuels, unleashing American energy, and supporting rural economies.

June 12, 2025

EPA Updates Maps to Protect Endangered Species and Provide Flexibility to Farmers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is publishing refined interim core maps identifying areas important to 12 threatened or endangered (listed) species and their critical habitats as designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS). These maps are used for developing pesticide use limitation areas (PULAs) and will allow EPA to protect listed species from the use of pesticides through geographically specific mitigations. The maps identify areas where listed species are likely to be located and areas where they are not, which ensures that measures to protect listed species are only required in these areas where the species are located. By publishing these refined maps, EPA is taking another important step to reduce potential impacts to farmers while continuing to protect endangered species.

June 10, 2025

Senate Confirms David Fotouhi as President Trump’s EPA Deputy Administrator
The U.S. Senate has confirmed David Fotouhi to serve as the Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, David Fotouhi will work in this role to advance the agency’s core mission of protecting human health and the environment and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative.

June 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Pesticide Diflufenican
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed registration decision for two products containing the new active ingredient diflufenican, a broad-spectrum herbicide for use for preplant and preemergence control of broad leaf weeds including waterhemp, Palmer amaranth, and other pigweed species in corn and soybean. This new active ingredient would give farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and increase yields in order to provide a healthy and affordable food supply for our country. (June 5)
• EPA Reaches More Than $1.1 Million Settlement with Stepan Co. of Northbrook, Illinois, for Allegedly Distributing Misbranded Pesticide
  U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a settlement with Stepan Co. of Northbrook, Illinois, for allegedly distributing or selling a misbranded pesticide in violation of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. Stepan will pay a $1,126,404 penalty. (June 6)
• Pesticide Tolerances; Implementing Registration Review Decisions for Certain Pesticides; Hydrogen Cyanide, et al.
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is proposing to implement several tolerance actions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) that the Agency determined were necessary or appropriate during the registration review conducted under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). During registration review, EPA reviews all aspects of a pesticide case, including existing tolerances, to ensure that the pesticide continues to meet the standard for registration under FIFRA. (June 9)
• Pesticide Tolerances; Implementing Registration Review Decisions for Certain Pesticides (Capric (Decanoic) Acid, Caprylic (Octanoic) Acid, and Pelargonic (Nonanoic) Acid)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is finalizing several tolerance actions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) that the Agency previously determined were necessary or appropriate during the registration review conducted under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). During registration review, EPA reviews all aspects of a pesticide case, including existing tolerances, to ensure that the pesticide continues to meet the standard for registration under FIFRA. (June 10)
• EPA Announces Proposed Registration of Pesticide Trifludimoxazin
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment its proposed registration for one technical and five end-use products containing the new active ingredient trifludimoxazin, a broad-spectrum herbicide used for control of broad leaf and grass weed species. Among five end-use products, three are formulated with trifludimoxazin as the only active ingredient while the other two are co-formulated products with saflufenacil, an already approved active ingredient. This new active ingredient would give farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and increase yields in order to provide a healthy and affordable food supply for our country. (June 11)
• Chlorpyrifos; Correction to the Cancellation Order of June 24, 2024
  On June 24, 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or the Agency) issued a final cancellation order pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) terminating several food uses on registered chlorpyrifos products, the majority of which were voluntarily requested by Gharda Chemicals International, Inc. (Gharda) and accepted by the Agency. Upon further review of that order, EPA identified an error, which it is correcting in this document. Specifically, EPA is rescinding the termination of asparagus use in the state of Michigan for Pilot 4E Chlorpyrifos Agricultural Insecticide, EPA Reg. No. 93182–7, as Gharda did not request termination of that use. (June 16)
• Vadescana Double-Stranded RNA; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Vadescana double-stranded (ds) RNA in or on honey and honeycomb if used according to the label and good agricultural practices. GreenLight Biosciences, Inc. submitted a petition to the EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Vadescana dsRNA (Varroa destructor-Specific Recombinant Double-Stranded Interfering Oligonucleotide EP15) under FFDCA when used in accordance with this exemption. (June 16)
• Pesticide Emergency Exemptions; Agency Decisions and State and Federal Agency Crisis Declarations 
  EPA has granted or denied emergency exemptions under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) for use of pesticides as listed in this notice. The exemptions or denials were issued during the period from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, to control unforeseen pest outbreaks. (June 24)
• Pepino Mosaic Virus, Strain LP, Isolate VX1 and Pepino Mosaic Virus, Strain CH2, Isolate VC1; Exemptions From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Pepino mosaic virus, strain LP, isolate VX1 and Pepino mosaic virus, strain CH2, isolate VC1 in or on all food commodities when used in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. Valto BV submitted a petition to the EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting these exemptions from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Pepino mosaic virus, strain LP, isolate VX1 and Pepino mosaic virus, strain CH2, isolate VC1 under FFDCA when used in accordance with these exemptions. (June 24)

May 27, 2025

EPA Regional Administrator Scott Mason and Oklahoma Secretary Blayne Arthur Host Forum with Local Farmers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator Scott Mason was hosted by Blayne Arthur, Oklahoma’s Secretary of Agriculture, at a stakeholder forum of local ranchers and farmers on ways EPA can better meet their needs. “I grew up on a farm near Cordell, so I know from personal experience the commitment it takes to make a living off the land,” said Regional Administrator Scott Mason. “That same level of commitment is what the EPA is promising farmers and ranchers as we work to ensure the agriculture sector remains is thriving. I would like to thank them for their hard work that powers our nation’s economy and I want to thank Secretary Arthur for organizing this important event.”

May 20, 2025

EPA Announces $30 Million in Grant Funding to Strengthen Drinking Water and Wastewater Management in Rural America
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $30.7 million in grant funding to provide training and technical assistance that will improve water quality in small and rural communities across the country. This support helps ensure that every American has access to clean and safe water and advances the goals of Administrator Lee Zeldin’s “Powering the Great American Comeback” initiative.

May 15, 2025

Senate Confirms Sean Donahue as President Trump’s EPA General Counsel
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Sean Donahue to serve as the General Counsel for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Appointed by President Donald J. Trump, Sean Donahue will work in this new role to advance the agency’s core mission of protecting human health and the environment and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative.

May 5, 2025

EPA Administrator Zeldin Joins VP Vance in South Carolina, Visits Georgia for Roundtable with Governor Kemp, Local Electeds, and Farmers
Last week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin traveled to Huger, South Carolina, alongside Vice President JD Vance, to tour Nucor Steel Berkley, attended a Charleston, South Carolina, roundtable hosted by the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance, spoke at the Job Creators Network “Freedom Fighters” Summit in Savannah, Georgia, and met with Georgia farmers alongside Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA), and statewide leaders, in Guyton, Georgia.

May 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (February 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a changed use pattern. EPA provides a notice of receipt on a monthly basis, using the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. This document identifies those applications that have been received and are currently being evaluated by EPA in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). (May 1)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (January 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on applications to register pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients that would entail a changed use pattern. EPA provides a notice of receipt on a monthly basis, using the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. This document identifies those applications that have been received and are currently being evaluated by EPA in accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). (May 2)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Renewal Collection and Request for Comment; Pesticide Data Call-Ins (DCIs) (EPA ICR No. 2288.07; OMB Control No. 2070– 0174)
  In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), this document announces the availability of and solicits public comment on the following Information Collection Request (ICR) that EPA is planning to submit to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Pesticide Data Call-Ins (DCIs) (EPA ICR No. 2288.07 and OMB Control No. 2070–0174). This ICR represents a renewal of an existing ICR that is currently approved through December 31, 2025. Before submitting the ICR to OMB for review and approval under the PRA, EPA is soliciting comments on specific aspects of the information collection that is summarized in this document. The ICR and accompanying material are available in the docket for public review and comment. (May 9)
• EPA Announces Proposed Registration of New Active Ingredient Isocycloseram
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing for public comment its proposed registration decision for ten products containing the new active ingredient isocycloseram, a broad-spectrum contact insecticide proposed for use on agricultural crops, turf and ornamentals, as well as indoor and outdoor uses for commercial, industrial, and domestic sites. Some of the target pests for these products can cause significant crop damage and financial loss to growers, such as the tarnished plant bug in cotton, Colorado potato beetle in potatoes and diamondback moth in Brassica vegetables. This new active ingredient would give farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and grow more food for our country. (May 9)
• L-Arginine in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement for a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of l-arginine (CAS Reg. No. 74–79–3) when used as an inert ingredient (protein stabilizer) on greenhouse pre-bloom cucumbers at a maximum concentration of ≤1%. D. O’Shaughnessy Consulting, Inc. on behalf of A&L Biological Inc. submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting establishment of an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of l-arginine, when used in accordance with the terms of those exemptions. (May 14)
• Sulfentrazone; Pesticide Tolerances
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is finalizing tolerance actions it previously proposed on its own initiative under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) for residues of sulfentrazone in or on corn, pop, grain and corn, pop, stover. (May 19)
• Pesticide Tolerances; Implementing Registration Review Decisions for Certain Pesticides; Diphenylamine, et al
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is proposing to implement several tolerance actions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) that the Agency previously determined were necessary or appropriate during the registration review conducted under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). During registration review, EPA reviews all aspects of a pesticide case, including existing tolerances, to ensure that the pesticide continues to meet the standard for registration under FIFRA. The pesticide tolerances and active ingredients addressed in this rulemaking are identified and discussed in detail in Unit III. of this document. (May 22)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; NESHAP for Pesticide Active Ingredient Production (Renewal)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), NESHAP for Pesticide Active Ingredient Production (EPA ICR Number 1807.11, OMB Control Number 2060–0370) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through May 31, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on August 6, 2024 during a 60-day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. (May 23)
• Florylpicoxamid; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of florylpicoxamid in or on multiple commodities which are identified and discussed later in this document. Corteva Agriscience, LLC requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (May 29)
• EPA Proposes to Register New Pesticide for Varroa Mite Control
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to register one technical and two end use products containing the new active ingredient Vadescana, a double stranded RNA (dsRNA), for control against Varroa mites (Varroa destructor) in honey bee hives. (May 29)
• EPA Registers Products with New Active Ingredient Florylpicoxamid
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered three products containing the new active ingredient florylpicoxamid, a broad-spectrum fungicide that can be used on food crops and golf courses. Florylpicoxamid targets several fungi that cause damage and financial loss, giving farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and grow more food for our country. (May 29)
• Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC); Notice of Public Meeting for June 2025
  Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is announcing the date of the Spring 2025 meeting of the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC) on June 17, 2025. This will be a virtual meeting that is open to the public. (May 30)
• Notice of Receipt of Requests to Voluntarily Cancel Certain Pesticide Registrations (January 2025)
  In accordance with the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), this document announces the Agency’s receipt of and solicits comment on requests by registrants to voluntarily cancel their pesticide registration of certain products. EPA provides a periodic notice of receipt addressing requests received by EPA since the last notice of receipt was issued and uses the month and year in the title to help distinguish one document from the other. For this notice, EPA has compiled the requests received between September 30, 2024, and December 31, 2024. EPA intends to grant these requests at the close of the comment period for this announcement unless the Agency receives substantive comments during the comment period that would merit its further review of the requests or the request is withdrawn by the registrant. If these requests are granted, EPA will issue an order in the Federal Register cancelling the listed product registrations, after which any sale, distribution, or use of products listed in this document will only be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (May 30)

April 29, 2025

EPA Releases Strategy to Better Protect Endangered Species from Insecticides Using Commonsense Practices, Provides Flexibilities to States and Growers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its final Insecticide Strategy that identifies practical protections for federally endangered and threatened species from the use of insecticides, while providing flexibility for pesticide users and growers. The Strategy identifies mitigations aimed at protecting more than 900 species listed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) that EPA considers when it registers a new insecticide or reevaluates an existing one.

April 28, 2025

Administrator Zeldin Announces Major EPA Actions to Combat PFAS Contamination
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin outlined upcoming agency action to address Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS). In this suite of actions, Administrator Zeldin announced a long list that included in part the designation of an agency lead for PFAS, the creation of effluent limitations guidelines (ELGs) for certain PFAS to stop these forever chemicals from entering drinking water systems, and initiatives to engage with Congress and industry to establish a clear liability framework that ensures the polluter pays and passive receivers are protected. In line with Administrator Zeldin’s Powering the Great American Comeback initiative, EPA’s work in this space will advance Pillar 1: Clean Air, Land, and Water for Every American, and Pillar 3: Permitting Reform, Cooperative Federalism, and Cross-Agency Partnership. 

April 21, 2025

EPA Announces Proposed Registration of New Active Ingredient Cyclobutrifluram
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing for public comment its proposed registration decision for products containing the new active ingredient cyclobutrifluram.

EPA Announces Appointment of Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey as Regional Administrator for Mid-Atlantic
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump appointed Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey as EPA’s Mid-Atlantic (Region 3) Regional Administrator. Regional Administrator Van Blarcom-Lackey will oversee the implementation of federal environmental laws and priorities of the administration’s agenda in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia, and of EPA’s Chesapeake Bay Program. She is the first woman appointed to lead the EPA Mid-Atlantic Region in the agency's history.

April 18, 2025

EPA Launches Updated Pesticide Registration Tracking App for Companies
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched the latest version of its MyPest application. MyPest allows registrants of pesticide products to monitor the status of their pesticide registration submissions in real-time. Updates to MyPest include an enhanced dashboard page with information about the registrant’s cases and products, the ability to drill down into a highly detailed view of each application, and the capability to communicate with EPA staff directly within the application page.

April 14, 2025

Anne Vogel appointed to EPA Region 5 Administrator
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump appointed Anne Vogel as EPA Region 5 Administrator. As regional administrator, Vogel will oversee EPA’s work across the states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin and 37 Tribal nations. She will also manage EPA’s Great Lakes National Program.

April 9, 2025

EPA Announces Multiple Actions to Protect Endangered Species from Insecticide Carbaryl
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing that it has approved labels that implement measures required by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) final biological opinion and is providing to the public the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) final biological opinion on carbaryl.

April 3, 2025

EPA Announces Changes to Pesticide Data Submission Process to Increase Efficiency and Reduce Burden
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing improvements to simplify the process for companies submitting data to the agency as part of a pesticide registration package. This improvement will also make the agency’s processing of this information more efficient. Streamlining this process, while partnering with industry to safeguard human health and the environment, reduces burden for both companies and EPA, supporting Administrator Zeldin’s Pillar Three of Powering the Great American Comeback initiative to advance permitting reform, cooperative federalism, and cross-agency partnership.

April 1, 2025

EPA announces appointment of Mark Sanborn as Regional Administrator for New England
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Mark Sanborn as the Regional Administrator for EPA Region 1. As Regional Administrator, Mark will lead efforts to advance the Administration's environmental agenda across the six New England states—Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont—and 10 federally recognized Tribal Nations.

April 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Tiafenacil; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of tiafenacil in or on multiple commodities. ISK Biosciences Corporation requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (April 7)
• Choline Chloride in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of choline chloride (CASRN 67–48–1) when used as an inert ingredient (adjuvant) applied to or on animals. Stratacor, Inc. on behalf of Emery Olochemicals LLC, submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of choline chloride, when used in accordance with the terms of the exemption. (April 7)
• Receipt of Pesticide Petitions Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities—January 2025
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of initial filings of pesticide petitions requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. EPA is hereby providing notice of receipt and opportunity to comment on these petitions. (April 7)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Interim Registration Decision for Dicrotophos; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s interim registration review decision for dicrotophos. (April 18)
• EPA Releases Interim Decision on Organophosphate Pesticide Dicrotophos
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing the Interim Registration Review Decision (ID) for dicrotophos, an organophosphate pesticide used on cotton for controlling arthropod pests. The ID released today responds to public comments on the Proposed Interim Decision (PID) which was published in the public docket in June 2024. It updates some of the Federal Insecticide Fungicide Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Interim Ecological Mitigation measures after considering public comments on the Endangered Species Act Workplan Update and additional EPA and interagency review of the mitigation measures. (April 18)

March 24, 2025

WOTUS Notice: The Final Response to SCOTUS
On March 12, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers announced a Federal Register notice publicizing a series of six listening sessions and a 30-day recommendations docket to solicit feedback on key aspects of the definition of “waters of the United States.” The six listening sessions will be held in-person with a virtual option for States, Tribes, industry and agricultural stakeholders, environmental and conservation stakeholders, and the general public. The agencies are committed to obtaining targeted input from a full spectrum of co-regulators and stakeholders on key topic areas related to the definition of “waters of the United States” in light of Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, regarding “continuous surface connection,” “relatively permanent,” and jurisdictional versus non-jurisdictional ditches. The listening session for Industry and Agricultural Stakeholders will be May 1, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Virtual and at EPA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.). For updates, additional session details and information on other listening session visit EPA’s Public Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement Activities page.

March 19, 2025

EPA Administrator Zeldin Travels to St. Louis, Missouri, to Discuss Radioactive Waste Cleanup Efforts and Celebrate AG Day
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Administrator Zeldin celebrated National Agriculture Day in Chesterfield, Missouri, at Stemme Farms, participating in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Missouri Farm Bureau. Local farmers, elected officials and Farm Bureau leadership talked about water issues, crop protection and pesticides, biofuels, and more. Following the roundtable, Administrator Zeldin toured the farm.

March 18, 2025

EPA and Texas Partners Celebrate National Ag Day at Collin County Farm
In celebration of National Ag Day, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Administrator Scott Mason joined officials from the Texas Department of Agriculture and Texas Farm Bureau at J. Foster Farms, one of the last remaining farms in Collin County, Texas.

EPA Celebrates America's Farmers and Ranchers on National Agriculture Day
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) commemorates National Agriculture Day by celebrating America’s rich agricultural history, and the critical role farmers and ranchers play as stewards of our land and natural resources, while providing Americans with a safe, abundant, and affordable food supply.  “Agriculture is the foundation of the American economy and embodies the core of our American values. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are affirming our commitment to commonsense policies, to clear and consistent rules for all states, farmers, and small businesses. EPA is proud to work alongside our nation’s great farmers to usher in the Golden Age of American Success,” said Administrator Zeldin.

Josh F.W. Cook appointed as EPA Pacific Southwest Regional Administrator
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump appointed Josh F.W. Cook as EPA’s Pacific Southwest (Region 9) Regional Administrator. Regional Administrator Cook will have stewardship to implement and enforce federal environmental laws in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, the Pacific Islands, and 148 Tribal Nations.

March 17, 2025

Cyrus M. Western appointed as EPA Mountains and Plains Regional Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Cyrus M. Western to serve as the EPA Region 8 administrator. As regional administrator, Western will lead the implementation of the administration’s environmental agenda priorities in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and with 28 federally-recognized Tribes.

March 14, 2025

Top EPA Regional Official Visits Farms to Mark Connection Between EPA Priorities and Farming
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator Michael Martucci traveled to Orange County, New York to tour local farms and honor National Agriculture Day and Week. During his visit, he discussed the important contributions of farmers, ranchers, and the EPA, as well as the connection between clean land, air, water and agriculture. “We don’t have food without farms, and we can’t have farms without clean land, water, and air,” said Regional Administrator Michael Martucci. “I’m so excited to come to these farms that I have known all my life in this new role as Regional Administrator. Uplifting farmers and business owners with all the resources EPA has to offer is important.”

March 12, 2025

Administrator Zeldin Announces EPA Will Revise Waters of the United States Rule
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that EPA will work with the United States Army Corps of Engineers to deliver on President’s Trump’s promise to review the definition of “waters of the United States.” The agencies will move quickly to ensure that a revised definition follows the law, reduces red-tape, cuts overall permitting costs, and lowers the cost of doing business in communities across the country while protecting the nation’s navigable waters from pollution. Given the U.S. Supreme Court’s watershed decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency, it is time for EPA to finally address this issue once and for all in a way that provides American farmers, landowners, businesses, and states with clear and simplified direction. Administrator Zeldin was joined by Senate Agriculture Chairman John Boozman (R-AR), Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), Senator Katie Britt (R-AL), Western Caucus Chairman Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01), Representative Derrick Van Orden (R-WI-03), and Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall for the announcement.

March 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• EPA Registers New Pesticide Metamitron and Uses a New Structured Label
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered one technical and two end use plant growth regulator products containing the new active ingredient metamitron for use on apple and pear trees. Metamitron is a chemical thinning agent applied to apple and pear tree leaves shortly after the blooming stage to thin excess fruit. This allows the remaining fruit to grow larger and may contribute to higher quality fruit and plant health giving farmers an additional tool to help manage crops and grow more food for our country. (March 11)
• Metamitron; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of metamitron in or on apple and pear. ADAMA AGAN c/o Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. (d/b/a ADAMA) requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (March 11)
• Receipt of a Pesticide Petition Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (December 2024)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of an initial filing of a pesticide petition requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. (March 11)
• Potassium Polyaspartate in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of potassium polyaspartate (CASRN 64723–18–8) when used as an inert ingredient (complexing agent), at a maximum of 10% in formulation, pre-harvest. Rosen’s Inc., submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of potassium polyaspartate, when used in accordance with the terms of the exemptions. (March 20)
• Pyridate; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of pyridate in or on Pea, field, forage; Pea, field, hay; Soybean, forage; Soybean, hay; Soybean, seed; and Vegetable, legume, pulse, pea, dried shelled, subgroup 6–22F. Belchim Crop Protection US Corporation requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (March 21)
• Pseudomonas Oryzihabitans Strain SYM23945; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Pseudomonas oryzihabitans strain SYM23945 in or on all food commodities when used in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. Indigo Ag, Inc. submitted a petition to the EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Pseudomonas oryzihabitans strain SYM23945 under FFDCA when used in accordance with this exemption. (March 27)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Active Ingredients (January 2025)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of applications to register pesticide products containing active ingredients not included in any currently registered pesticide products. EPA is hereby providing notice of receipt and opportunity to comment on these applications. (March 27)

February 28, 2025

Emma Pokon appointed to EPA Region 10 administrator
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump appointed Emma Pokon to serve as EPA’s Region 10 administrator. As regional administrator, Pokon will lead the implementation of important priorities of the administration’s environmental agenda in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and with 271 federally-recognized Tribes.

February 24, 2025

Kevin J. McOmber appointed to lead EPA’s Southeast Region
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Kevin J. McOmber, P.E., to serve as regional administrator for the EPA’s Southeast Region (Region 4). McOmber will lead the implementation of President Trump’s environmental agenda in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and with six federally-recognized Tribes.

February 10, 2025

EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule to Revoke Chlorpyrifos Tolerances
To give commenters more time to provide input, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reopening the public comment period on a proposed rule to revoke certain tolerances for chlorpyrifos. Tolerances establish the maximum amount of a pesticide that is allowed on food.

February 6, 2025

EPA Extends Comment Period on Draft Biological Opinion for Carbaryl
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the public comment period on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) draft biological opinion for the insecticide carbaryl, giving stakeholders more time to review and submit information.

Jim Macy Appointed to EPA Region 7 Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Trump has appointed Jim Macy to become EPA Region 7 administrator. Macy will lead the implementation of the president’s environmental agenda in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and nine tribal nations.

EPA Announces Appointment of Mike Martucci to Region 2 Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Michael Martucci as the Regional Administrator for EPA Region 2. As Regional Administrator for EPA Region 2, Mike is overseeing the EPA’s work to carry out important priorities of the administration’s environmental agenda and protect the people of the region covering New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and eight federally recognized Indian Nations.

President Trump Appoints Scott Mason IV as EPA South Central Regional Administrator
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that President Donald J. Trump has appointed Scott Mason IV to serve as the 14th regional administrator of the EPA’s South Central Region, also known as Region 6. Mason will lead the implementation of President Trump’s environmental agenda in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas and with 66 Tribal Nations.

February 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• EPA fines Southern California grocery chain for distributing unregistered disinfectants
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a settlement with Super Center Concepts, Inc. (dba Superior Grocers) over claims of illegal distribution of two unregistered disinfectant products. Under the settlement, the company will pay $253,909 for the violations. The company no longer distributes these disinfectants or offers them for sale. (February 11)
• Potassium Chloride (KCl); Receipt of Application for Emergency Exemption
  EPA is announcing a quarantine exemption request from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) to use the pesticide potassium chloride (CAS No. 7440–09–7) to treat up to 1.26 acres to control Quagga mussels. The applicant proposes the use of a new chemical which has not been registered by EPA. Due to the urgent nature of the emergency and the very narrow and limited use being requested EPA has eliminated the public comment period. Nonetheless, interested parties may still contact the Agency with information about this notice and treatment program. (February 10)
• Pesticides; Petition Seeking Rulemaking To Modify Labeling Requirements for Pesticides and Devices; Extension of Comment Period
  In the Federal Register of January 21, 2025, EPA announced the availability of and sought public comment on a petition received from the Attorneys General of the States of Nebraska, Iowa, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and South Dakota requesting the Agency initiate rulemaking to amend the existing pesticide labeling regulations under the Federal Insecticide, Rodenticide, and Fungicide Act (FIFRA). This document extends the comment period, which was scheduled to end on February 20, 2025, for an additional 30 days. (February 20)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Active Ingredients (December 2024)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of applications to register pesticide products containing active ingredients not included in any currently registered pesticide products. EPA is hereby providing notice of receipt and opportunity to comment on these applications. (February 24)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (December 2024)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of applications to register new uses for pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients. EPA is hereby providing notice of receipt and opportunity to comment on these applications. (February 24)
• Bacillus Thuringiensis Cry1B.34 Protein; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of the Bacillus thuringienisis Cry1B.34 protein (hereafter Cry1B.34 protein) in or on the food and feed commodities of corn, field; corn, sweet; and corn, pop when used as a Plant-Incorporated Protectant (PIP). Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Cry1B.34 protein. (February 25)
• Bacillus Thuringiensis Strain EX 297512 in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Bacillus thuringiensis strain EX 297512, when used as an inert ingredient (diluent and/ or carrier) in pesticide formulations applied for seed treatment purposes. BASF Corporation, submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting establishment of an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of B. thuringiensis strain EX 297512, when used in accordance with the terms of this exemption. (February 25)
• Beauveria Bassiana Strain BW149; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Beauveria bassiana strain BW149 in or on all food commodities when used in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. BioWorks, Inc., submitted a petition to the EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Beauveria bassiana strain BW149 under FFDCA when used in accordance with good agricultural practices. (February 25)
• Fludioxonil; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance for residues of fludioxonil in or on cranberry. The Interregional Project Number 4 (IR–4) requested this tolerance under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (February 25)
• Inactivated Burkholderia Rinojensis Strain A396 Cells and Spent Fermentation Media; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
  This regulation establishes an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of Inactivated Burkholderia rinojensis strain A396 cells and spent fermentation media in or on all food commodities when used in accordance with label directions and good agricultural practices. Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc., submitted a petition to EPA under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), requesting an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance. This regulation eliminates the need to establish a maximum permissible level for residues of Inactivated Burkholderia rinojensis strain A396 cells and spent fermentation media under FFDCA when used in accordance with this exemption. (February 25)
• Cyprodinil; Pesticide Tolerances
  This regulation establishes a tolerance for residues of cyprodinil in or on cranberry. The Interregional Project Number 4 (IR–4) requested this tolerance under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). (February 26)

January 30, 2025

Lee M. Zeldin Sworn in as 17th EPA Administrator
On January 29, 2025, Lee Zeldin was sworn in as the 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Administrator Zeldin will work closely with the dedicated career officials at the agency to fulfill the agency’s mission to protect human health and the environment.

January 16, 2025

EPA Shares Fish and Wildlife Service’s Final Endangered Species Act Biological Opinion for Methomyl
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is sharing the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS’s) final biological opinion (BiOp) for the pesticide methomyl. The final biological opinion released today only covers species under FWS’s purview.

January 15, 2025

EPA Response Letter and New Appointments to EPA’s Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee
On November 13, former Administrator Michael Regan announced the appointment of 18 new members and 6 returning members to serve two-year terms on the agency’s Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee (FRRCC). The former EPA Administrator has also now issued the response letter to the 32 policy recommendations the FRRCC approved during their last public meeting. The letter outlines the progress and steps the Agency is taking on issues ranging from improvements to technical assistant EPA provides to rural communities, ways that EPA can scale up public-private partnerships and market-based approaches to accelerate the adoption of more conservation measures, and more.

EPA Signs Joint Statement of Cooperation with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to Help Protect Endangered Species and Support Sustainable Agriculture
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) signed a Joint Statement of Cooperation to better align EPA’s strategies for protecting endangered species from exposure to pesticides with FWS’s consultation processes. This coordination will help EPA meet its obligations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and allows both agencies to increase the efficiency of consultations which are required when pesticide actions may affect endangered species. Improving consultation efficiency increases flexibility for the agricultural community and keeps pest management tools in farmers’ hands, while protecting endangered species.

January 14, 2025

EPA Finalizes Protections for Workers and Communities from Cancer-Causing Ethylene Oxide Pollution
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released the Interim Decision for Ethylene Oxide (EtO) – a pesticide used on 50 percent of all sterilized medical devices in the United States and on approximately 30 percent of dried herbs and spices. EtO is known to cause cancer, including lymphocytic leukemia, breast cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma in people.  Workers who use EtO and people who work, live, or go to school or daycare near facilities that use EtO may breathe in emissions at levels that can increase cancer risk. The greatest risk is for people who work for their entire careers at facilities directly handling EtO with insufficient worker protections in place.

EPA Releases Draft Risk Assessment to Advance Scientific Understanding of PFOA and PFOS in Biosolids
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a draft risk assessment, or scientific evaluation of the potential human health risks associated with the presence of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals in biosolids, also known as sewage sludge.

January 8, 2025

US Department of Energy and US Environmental Protection Agency Announce $6M to Support Development of Advanced Biofuels
The U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Technologies Office and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $6 million in funding for three projects that will advance biofuel development and support U.S. leadership in energy and emissions innovation. Funded through the Inflation Reduction Act, the projects will support research to improve performance and reduce costs of high-impact biofuel production technologies, scale up production systems with industry, and support the U.S. bioeconomy.

January 7, 2025

EPA Finalizes Settlement and Announces New Tracking Website for Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program Data Call-In Notices
EPA is announcing the December 12, 2024, final settlement relating to the implementation of the Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP). The final settlement terms include EPA’s commitment to several action items to assess the potential effects of conventional pesticide active ingredients on human health. As part of the settlement agreement and to increase transparency related to the EDSP effort, EPA is also announcing a new tracking website to provide updates on Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Data Call-In (DCI) Notices issued to registrants of a group of high priority conventional pesticides. These pesticides, referred to as Group 1, demonstrated potential impact to the estrogen or androgen pathways and may need additional data to inform endocrine-related assessments. EPA’s tracking website includes updates on the release and response to these DCIs including DCI notice number, the issuance date, the acknowledgement of receipt date, the company name and number, the 90-day response date, and the required date of data submission.

EPA Releases Draft Biological Opinion for Carbaryl for Public Comment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing and seeking public comment on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (FWS) draft biological opinion for the insecticide carbaryl. Carbaryl is a pesticide used on a variety of crops, including field vegetables and orchard crops.

January 3, 2025

EPA Adds Nine Additional PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the automatic addition of nine per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances to the list of chemicals covered by the Toxics Release Inventory.

January 2025 Pesticide Registration Requests, Actions, and Tolerance Updates

• Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Notice of Arrival of Pesticides and Devices Under Section 17(c) of FIFRA (Renewal)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted the following information collection request (ICR), Notice of Arrival of Pesticides and Devices Under Section 17(c) of FIFRA (EPA ICR Number 0152.15 and OMB Control Number 2070–0020), to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This is a proposed extension of ICR, which is currently approved through January 31, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on June 24, 2024 during a 60 day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. (January 2)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Pesticide Registration Fees Program (Renewal)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted the following information collection request (ICR), Pesticide Registration Fees Program (EPA ICR Number 2330.05 and OMB Control Number 2070–0179), to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through January 31, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on April 29, 2024 during a 60-day comment period. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. (January 2)
• Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; Comment Request; Standards for Pesticide Containers and Containment (Renewal)
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), Standards for Pesticide Containers and Containment (EPA ICR Number 1632.07 and OMB Control Number 2070–0133) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). This is a proposed extension of the ICR, which is currently approved through January 31, 2025. Public comments were previously requested via the Federal Register on April 22, 2024. This notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments. (January 2).
• Chlorpyrifos; Final Cancellation Order To Amend Pesticide Registration To Terminate Asparagus Use
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hereby announces its final cancellation order to terminate asparagus use voluntarily requested by Gharda Chemicals International, Inc. (Gharda) and accepted by the Agency, for one chlorpyrifos registration listed in Unit II, pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This final cancellation order follows a notice in the Federal Register of September 16, 2024, to voluntarily amend this product registration. In the September 16, 2024, notice, EPA indicated that it would issue a final cancellation order implementing the request, unless the Agency received substantive comments within the comment period that would merit further review of these requests, or the registrant withdrew its request. The Agency received two comments on the notice, which are summarized in Unit III.B. Gharda did not withdraw the request for this amendment. Accordingly, EPA hereby grants the requested amendment to terminate asparagus as shown in this cancellation order. Any distribution, sale, or use of existing stocks of the product registration listed in Unit II is subject to the existing stocks provisions in this cancellation order and permitted only in accordance with the terms of this order. (January 3)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Decisions and Case Closures for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s interim registration review decisions for the following chemicals: 1,3–PAD, chlorothalonil, thiophanate-methy/carbendazim, and TCMTB. (January 6)
• Pesticide Product Registration; Receipt of Applications for New Uses (November 2024)
  EPA has received applications to register new uses for pesticide products containing currently registered active ingredients. Pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), EPA is hereby providing notice of receipt and opportunity to comment on these applications. (January 7)
• EPA Announces Interim Decisions on Chlorothalonil, Thiophanate-methyl, and Carbendazim
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing interim decisions (ID) for three pesticides with wide-ranging fungal and antimicrobial properties. Chlorothalonil, thiophanate-methyl (TM), and carbendazim (MBC) all have long histories of use with low potential for resistance, making them highly beneficial for growers of various crops and other antimicrobial applications. These IDs address any risks from these pesticides, providing necessary mitigations to protect both human health and the environment. These IDs reflect updates to the risk mitigation approaches contained in the Proposed Interim Decisions (PID) as a result of public comments, including reducing risks to children, workers and critical species habitat. (January 8)
• Receipt of a Pesticide Petition Filed for Residues of Pesticide Chemicals in or on Various Commodities (November 2024)
  This document announces the Agency’s receipt of an initial filing of a pesticide petition requesting the establishment or modification of regulations for residues of pesticide chemicals in or on various commodities. (January 13).
• Pesticide Registration Review; Proposed Decisions for Several Pesticides; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s proposed registration review decision for ancymidol and opens a 60-day public comment period for the proposed registration review decisions. (January 13)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Pesticide Dockets Opened for Review and Comment; Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of the EPA’s work plans and registration review case dockets for the chemical DEET. EPA is opening a 60- day public comment period for this work plan and case docket. (January 13)
• Pesticide Registration Maintenance Fee; Cancellation Order for Certain Pesticide Registrations
  Pursuant to the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is hereby issuing an order for the cancellations of the pesticide product registrations identified in this document. EPA previously announced its receipt of and requested comment on requests to voluntarily cancel the product registrations listed in table 1 of unit II. and announced its intent to cancel the product registrations listed in table 3 of unit III. With the issuance of this cancelation order, any sale, distribution, or use of products listed in this notice will be permitted after the registrations have been cancelled only if such sale, distribution, or use is consistent with the terms as described in the final order. (January 13)
• EPA Registers New Pesticide Active Ingredient Veratrine
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered products containing the new active ingredient veratrine, an insecticide for direct application to walls and other vertical man-made structures, such as transportation equipment for non-food commodities. Veratrine acts against pests by targeting insect nervous systems in a manner similar to other registered insecticides (e.g., pyrethroids). (January 13)
• Clothianidin; Receipt of Application for Emergency Exemption; Solicitation of Public Comment
  EPA has received a specific exemption request from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to use the pesticide clothianidin (CAS No. 210– 880–92–5) to treat up to 75,000 acres of immature (3–5 years old) citrus trees to control the transmission of Huanglongbing (HLB) disease vectored by the Asian Citrus Psyllid. The applicant proposes a use that has been requested in 5 or more previous years and for which a complete application for registration or tolerance petition has not been submitted to the Agency. Therefore, EPA is soliciting public comment before making the decision whether or not to grant the exemption. (January 14)
• Pesticide Registration Review; Interim Registration Review Decision for Ethylene Oxide (EtO); Notice of Availability
  This notice announces the availability of EPA’s interim registration review decision for ethylene oxide (EtO). (January 14)
• EPA Announces Proposed Registration of New Pesticide Florylpicoxamid
  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its proposed registration decision for three products containing the new active ingredient florylpicoxamid, a broad-spectrum fungicide that can be used on food crops and golf courses. Florylpicoxamid targets several fungi that cause damage and financial loss, including: Cercospora leaf spot of sugar beet, anthracnose diseases, Septoria leaf blight of barley and wheat and dollar spot on turf. (January 16)
• Pesticides; Petition Seeking Rulemaking To Modify Labeling Requirements for Pesticides and Devices
  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of and seeking public comment on a petition received from the Attorneys General of the States of Nebraska, Iowa, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and South Dakota requesting the Agency initiate rulemaking to amend the existing regulations under the Federal Insecticide, Rodenticide, and Fungicide Act (FIFRA). The Attorneys General believe the Agency should modify its requirements such that any state labeling requirements inconsistent with EPA’s findings and conclusions from its human health risk assessment on human health effects, such as a pesticide’s likelihood to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm, constitute misbranding. (January 21)