Ethanol Biocidal Products Approval EU 2026: The European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA) Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) has formally approved ethanol for use as a hand and general disinfectant. While the committee affirmed that the chemical is effective and safe for its intended uses, it did not issue a conclusive verdict on whether ethanol should be classed […]
Field trials serve as a testing method to assess agricultural products, including fertilizers and bio- stimulants and biofertilizers, and crop protection solutions, before their commercial release to farmers. The data they provide consists of scientifically proven results that demonstrate how products function when tested in actual usage scenarios. The agriculture industry requires more than a good […]
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has formally launched a new Bird Risk Calculator Tool and complete guidance, representing a significant shift in how agrichemical hazards to New Zealand’s avian species are assessed. The release is part of a larger EPA initiative to upgrade risk assessment tools, making them more consistent, robust, and scientifically current. A […]
Brazil Anvisa 2026 Strategy: The National Health Surveillance Agency, or Anvisa, has formally introduced a novel plan to update the toxicological assessment of pesticide products, marking a significant turning point for Brazil’s agricultural and health industries. By combining “optimized analysis” with on-site technical visits, the agency hopes to save wait times and strengthen safety measures. […]