Should a New Orange Oil Pesticide Be Approved for Canadian Farms?
Official title: Consultation on cold pressed orange oil and Appeal, Proposed Registration Decision PRD2026-01
Health Canada wants to approve two new pest control products made from cold-pressed orange oil. They'd be used on greenhouse and field crops to fight fungal diseases and insect pests. The agency says the products are safe for health and the environment under the proposed conditions.
Why This Matters
Care about what's sprayed on your food? This decision affects what pesticides farmers can use on crops you eat. Orange oil is a natural alternative to synthetic chemicals. If you have opinions on organic farming or food safety, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, farmers and greenhouse operators across Canada could use ORO Orange Oil and Appeal on their crops. This adds a plant-based pest control option to the market. The products would be registered for sale with specific usage conditions.
Key Issues
- Are the health risks of cold pressed orange oil acceptable for use on food crops?
- Are the environmental risks acceptable under the proposed conditions of use?
- Is the pest control value of these products sufficient to warrant registration?
How to Participate
- Review the Consultation Summary to understand the proposed registration decision.
- Submit your written comments to pmra.publications-arla@hc-sc.gc.ca by the deadline. Include the consultation title "PRD2026-01" in your submission.