Lawsuit Challenges Trump EPA’s Latest Approval of ‘Forever Chemical’ Pesticide
Conservation groups filed a lawsuit today challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s approval of isocycloseram, a “forever chemical” insecticide that falls into the class of highly persistent PFAS, or per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances.
The insecticide was approved for use on golf courses, lawns and a host of food crops, including apples, oranges, lettuce, spinach, tomatoes, broccoli, bell peppers, cucumbers, peaches, almonds, wheat and oats.
Conservation groups have filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for approving isocycloseram, a 'forever chemical' pesticide linked to health and environmental risks. The pesticide, which is highly persistent and toxic to bees and other pollinators, was approved for use on various crops and poses risks to human health and endangered species.
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