Pesticides
EPA Works to Ensure that Pesticides Will Not Harm Human Health or the Environment
EPA regulates pesticides under broad authority granted in two major statutes, theFederal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) andFood Quality Protection Act, of 1996 (FQPA). Before manufacturers can sell pesticides in the United States, EPA must evaluate them thoroughly to ensure that they meet federal safety standards to protect human health and the environment. Use this site to get information on how recent EPA actions, find more FIFRA-related resources, and learn about pesticides safety.
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- 2/6/26:EPA Implements Strongest Protections in Agency History for Over-the-Top Dicamba Use on Cotton and Soybeans for Next Two Growing Seasons
- 2/6/26:EPA Seeks Public Comment on Qualifying Process for Conservation Programs and Experts to Aid Growers Using EPA’s Mitigation Point System to Manage Pesticide Runoff and Erosion
- 2/6/26:EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Guidance for Pesticide Registrants to Improve Efficiencies on Notifications and Minor Amendments Submitted to the Agency
- 1/6/26:EPA Provides New Tool to Protect Honey Bees, Ensuring Safe and Abundant Food Supply
- 12/31/25:EPA Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Guidance for Pesticide Registrants to Improve Efficiencies on Notifications and Minor Amendments Submitted to the Agency
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Last updated on February 6, 2026