Should a Corn Herbicide Stay on the Market?
Official title: Consultation on iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium and its associated end-use product, Proposed Re-evaluation Decision PRVD2025-10
Health Canada wants to keep a herbicide called iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium available for corn farmers. It kills weeds after they sprout. The agency reviewed the science and says it's safe for people and the environment when used properly. They're proposing some label updates.
Why This Matters
This one's mostly for corn farmers and agricultural suppliers. If you grow field corn, this herbicide helps control weeds after they've sprouted. The average Canadian won't notice this decision—but it does affect how food gets produced.
What Could Change
If approved, the herbicide stays available with updated label instructions. Farmers can keep using it once a year on corn fields. No major changes expected—this is a routine re-evaluation confirming existing safety standards.
Key Issues
- Should iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium remain registered for use in Canada?
- Are the proposed label updates appropriate?
How to Participate
- Read the summary of the proposed re-evaluation decision to understand what Health Canada is proposing.
- Submit your comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section by the deadline. Include the consultation title in your submission.