Summary
The European Parliament opposes the renewal of glyphosate approval, citing health risks and environmental concerns. 10 13.04.2016
Other
health
environment
public safety
agri-foodstuffs
agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Key points
- The Commission proposes to extend the approval of glyphosate until mid-2031 without strict, legally binding conditions.
- There is a significant scientific disagreement regarding whether glyphosate is likely to cause cancer.
- Concerns exist regarding the substance's potential to disrupt human hormonal systems.
- The use of this herbicide poses a high risk to biodiversity and non-target animals like birds and mammals.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the draft Commission implementing regulation renewing the approval of the active substance glyphosate in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market, and amending the Annex to Implementing Regulation (EU) No 540/2011
Renewal of the approval of the active substance glyphosate
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