Should a New Pesticide for Lettuce and Soybeans Be Approved?
Official title: Consultation on cyclobutrifluram, A22011 crop, A23156 crop, victrato and victrato 2, Proposed Registration Decision PRD2025-06
Health Canada wants to approve cyclobutrifluram, a pesticide that kills nematodes (tiny worms) and fungi. It would be used on romaine lettuce and as a soybean seed treatment. The consultation period has closed, and a final decision is pending.
Why This Matters
Eat salads or anything with soy? This pesticide could end up on your plate. Health Canada says it's safe when used as directed, but you might have questions about residues on food or environmental effects.
What Could Change
If approved, farmers could use this new pesticide on romaine lettuce crops and soybean seeds across Canada. The products would be sold under brand names VICTRATO and VICTRATO 2.
Key Issues
- Should cyclobutrifluram be registered for use on romaine lettuce and soybeans in Canada?
- Are the proposed safety measures adequate to protect human health and the environment?
How to Participate
- Review the Consultation Summary document to understand the proposed registration.