Concerns over the future of glyphosate here
Concerns over the future of glyphosate here 28 April 2021
The weed killer s been used by home gardeners, farmers and local councils since the 1970s.
The Environmental Protection Authority now wants to know who is using the product, and how often.
It comes after traces of the chemical were found in honey.
Apiculture New Zealand Chief Executive Karin Hoss says a review into the product is needed.
She says it s clear from her discussions with beekeepers and primary sector organisations that there isn t a lot known about product, as there s no data collected on it.
Press Release – Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is calling for information on the use of the herbicide glyphosate in New Zealand. This weed killer has been used by home gardeners, farmers, and councils in New Zealand since the 1970s. Although it is commonly …
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is calling for information on the use of the herbicide glyphosate in New Zealand.
This weed killer has been used by home gardeners, farmers, and councils in New Zealand since the 1970s. Although it is commonly known as the active ingredient in Roundup, there are 89 mixtures containing glyphosate that are approved for use in this country.
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New Zealand s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced it is taking another look” at the controversial weed-killer glyphosate, an ingredient in products like Roundup.
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They ve put out a call for information, asking the public to explain how they use the compound.
The World Health Organization s cancer research arm found it was a probable carcinogen back in 2015.
This led to glyphosate being banned in some countries, while still allowed in others.
“We still consider it to be safe to use, as long as people follow the instructions,” says EPA s general manager of hazardous substances and new organisms, Dr Chris Hill.