Pesticide label language update

New information could restrict or limit use around endangered, threatened species habitat

From Wheat Life

Growers and pesticide applicators should be aware of new language on pesticide labels that could restrict or limit pesticide use in certain areas where endangered or threatened species are found.

The language will normally be found in the directions for use section of the label, indicating endangered species concerns and containing verbage similar to the following:

Endangered Species Protection Requirements: It is a federal offense to use any pesticide in a manner that results in an unauthorized “take” (e.g., kill or otherwise harm) of an endangered species and certain threatened species under the Endangered Species Act Section 9. When using this product, you must follow the measures contained in the Endangered Species Protection Bulletin for the area in which you are applying the product. You must obtain a bulletin no earlier than six months before using this product. To obtain bulletins, consult http://www.epa.gov/espp/, call 1-844-447-3813, or email ESPP@epa.gov. You must use the Bulletin valid for the month in which you apply the product.

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