Should a New Miticide for Greenhouse Ornamentals Be Approved?
Official title: Consultation on Nealta Miticide, containing cyflumetofen, Proposed Registration Decision PRD2025-17
Health Canada wants to approve Nealta Miticide, a pesticide that kills spider mites on greenhouse flowers and plants. The active ingredient is cyflumetofen. This is a minor-use product requested by growers who need more pest control options.
Why This Matters
Work in a greenhouse or buy ornamental plants? This affects what pesticides are used on them. Spider mites are a major pest for growers, and more treatment options could mean healthier plants at garden centres.
What Could Change
If approved, greenhouse growers across Canada could use Nealta Miticide on ornamental plants. This gives them another tool against spider mites. The product would be registered for sale and use nationally.
Key Issues
- Should cyflumetofen be approved for use on greenhouse ornamentals in Canada?
- Is the science evaluation supporting this registration decision sound?
How to Participate
- Read the Consultation Summary to understand the proposed registration.
- Submit written comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section. Include the title "PRD2025-17" in your submission.