"Environmental groups argue that phasing out glyphosate as a pre-harvest desiccant would alleviate public health and environmental concerns while facilitating trade with Europe."
"The World Health Organization classified glyphosate as probably carcinogenic to humans in 2015, leading to over 17,000 lawsuits in the US alleging health issues."
"Experts concluded that glyphosate and glyphosate-based herbicides cause genetic damage, oxidative stress, and hormonal disruption, urging regulatory agencies to treat them as hazardous."
"Despite the health risks associated with glyphosate, 41% of UK cereal crops tested between 2016 and 2023 still contained the herbicide."
A trade agreement with the EU could impose restrictions on glyphosate, a herbicide used on UK crops. Glyphosate, banned in Europe since 2023, is often applied before harvest to facilitate handling. Environmental groups advocate for phasing out its use to align with EU standards, citing public health and environmental concerns. The World Health Organization has classified glyphosate as probably carcinogenic, and experts urge regulatory agencies to limit or eliminate its use to protect health. Despite these concerns, glyphosate remains prevalent in UK agriculture.
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