Recently, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the proposed interim registration review decision (PID) for Dicrotophos and Dimethoate, as well as the interim registration review decision (ID) for Tetrachlorophos. These decisions are based on ecological and human health risk assessments, aimed at ensuring the safety and effectiveness of pesticide use.

    Dicrotophos is only used in cotton crops and targets pests such as thrips, stinkbugs, and stink bugs. Based on the 2015 draft ecological risk assessment and the updated draft human health risk assessment, the EPA recommends the following measures to mitigate risks:

    Reduce the maximum single usage of aviation applications. Update labels to emphasize the importance of worker protective equipment. Implement drift and runoff mitigation measures to reduce the impact on the environment. Best management practices for strengthening the protection of pollinating media. EPA Bulletins Live is available on the product label! Two's link to guide users on how to report ecological events.

    The above public evaluation period is 60 days

    Dimethoate is widely used in various crops such as broccoli, corn, cotton, oranges, and tomatoes, targeting pests such as aphids, mites, and beetles. The latest assessment shows that under current label protection measures, Dimethoate has a lower risk to human health. But to avoid ecological risks, the EPA has proposed the following mitigation measures:

    Cancel some low efficiency agricultural and non-agricultural uses, including asparagus, coniferous tree nurseries, poplar, walnut, wheat (spring and winter), broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cantaloupe, cauliflower, corn, grapefruit, lemon, orange, pear, soybean, watermelon, honey melon, and other Brassica plants (kale, mustard, radish) as well as ornamental plants planted in nurseries. Update labels to include more information on worker protective equipment. Implement drift and runoff mitigation measures. Best management practices for strengthening the protection of pollination media. EPA Bulletins Live is available on the product label! Two's link provides more instructions and restrictions on protecting endangered species.

    The above public evaluation period is 60 days

    Tetrachlovinphos is used in livestock, pets, garbage dumps, and other places to prevent fleas, ticks, and other pests. Research has found that workers who come into contact with this substance while handling livestock and livestock farms may have a neurotoxic risk. In addition, the runoff generated by the application of manure poses ecological risks to birds, mammals, and freshwater invertebrates. Therefore, the EPA proposes the following measures:

    It is forbidden to use gas atomization methods such as spray. It is prohibited to pour garbage into the sewer. Improve personal protective equipment requirements. The label statement protects non target organisms and water. EPA Bulletins Live is available on the product label! Two's link to guide users on how to report ecological events.