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Supreme Court Stops Big Weedkiller Lawsuits

June 28, 2026

The Supreme Court has taken a strong stance against lawsuits that claim weedkillers cause cancer. A Missouri man argued that the herbicide Roundup made him ill and demanded $1. 25 million because the label did not warn about cancer risk. Federal studies have shown no link between glyphosate, t

health

Roundup under the microscope: what we know about the dangers of glyphosate

June 26, 2026

For decades, Roundup has been a farm staple and a homeowner’s quick fix for weeds. Its main ingredient, glyphosate, has been sprayed on hundreds of millions of acres since the 1970s. But science has raised red flags: the International Agency for Research on Cancer called glyphosate a probable carcin

politics

Court Battle Over Roundup Could Change Thousands of Lawsuits

April 27, 2026

A man from St. Louis once sprayed a herbicide called Roundup on sidewalks to tidy up his neighborhood. Years later he was diagnosed with blood cancer and a Missouri jury said the weed‑killer caused his illness. They awarded him $1. 25 million, a decision that now faces the U. S. Supreme Court. The

politics

A New Look at the Glyphosate Debate

March 25, 2026

For years, a prominent environmental activist has been in courtrooms arguing that the herbicide glyphosate causes cancer. He built a career and earned millions by pushing cases to trial, often citing this claim during his presidential run. Recently he surprised his supporters by backing an executiv

environment

How Glyphosate Helps Farmers Cut Carbon Emissions

December 19, 2025

Glyphosate is a big deal in farming. It's used on a massive scale. Every year, farmers spread about 749. 27 million kg of it across 646. 11 million hectares of land. But glyphosate isn't just about keeping weeds away. It plays a big role in how farmers manage their fields. Farmers who use glyphosat

environment

Alaska's Chance to Lead: Why Glyphosate Should Be Banned Now

December 12, 2025

Alaska stands out as the only state in the U. S. with rivers untouched by glyphosate. This is a big deal because this herbicide is found in all other rivers across the country. The state has a unique opportunity to keep it that way. Glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, has been a hot topic w

environment

Double Trouble: How Urea and Glyphosate Mix Affects Earthworms

October 19, 2025

Earthworms play a big role in keeping soil healthy. But what happens when they're exposed to common farm chemicals like glyphosate and urea? A recent study looked into this and found some concerning results. First, it's important to know that glyphosate is a widely used herbicide. Urea, on the othe

health

Farm Chemicals and Our Health: What's the Real Story?

September 21, 2025

In the heart of Taiwan's rural landscapes, a pressing question lingers: how do agricultural chemicals impact our genetic makeup? Researchers decided to investigate this by examining two key substances: glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, and its byproduct, AMPA. They chose to analyze these compound

politics

Farmers and Politicians Brace for MAHA Report

May 22, 2025

The upcoming MAHA report has sparked a heated debate. Farmers and some Republicans are on edge. They fear the report might criticize glyphosate, a key ingredient in many pesticides. This chemical has been used for decades to control weeds and protect soil. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leads the MAHA Commi

business

Georgia's New Law: A Shield for Pesticide Giants?

May 12, 2025

Georgia has joined North Dakota in passing a law that limits lawsuits against pesticide makers. This law, signed by Governor Brian Kemp, aims to protect companies like Bayer from claims that they did not warn customers about potential health risks. Specifically, it shields them from lawsuits related