Should a Biological Fungicide for Crops Stay Approved?
Official title: Consultation on Streptomyces lydicus Strain WYEC 108 and its associated end-use products, Proposed Re-evaluation Decision PRVD2025-01
Health Canada reviewed a naturally-occurring bacteria used as a fungicide on food crops and greenhouse plants. The verdict? It's safe to keep using. The agency proposes continuing its registration with minor label updates.
Why This Matters
This fungicide treats crops you might eat—lettuce, tomatoes, ornamental flowers. It's a biological alternative to chemical pesticides. If you care about what goes on your food or support organic-style farming methods, this decision affects the tools farmers can use.
What Could Change
The biological fungicide will remain available to Canadian farmers and greenhouse growers. Product labels will be updated to meet current standards. No new restrictions are proposed.
Key Issues
- Should Streptomyces lydicus strain WYEC 108 continue to be registered for use in Canada?
- Are the proposed label statement updates appropriate?
How to Participate
- Read the Proposed Re-evaluation Decision to understand the science behind this proposal.
- Submit comments to the PMRA Publications Section, referencing document PRVD2025-01.
What Happened
The consultation period has closed. A final re-evaluation decision will be posted on the Reports and Publications section of Canada.ca once finalized.