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2 clusters · 6 sources · 29 days · First seen · Last updated

Brazil agrochemical ban controversy

Overview

In early July, reports surfaced that Brazil could face a ban on glyphosate while Bayer was lobbying for U.S. tariffs on the chemical, signaling growing regulatory pressure on the country's agrochemical sector. By early August, research presented by a French Institute geographer highlighted that Brazil continues to import and heavily use a suite of agrochemicals—seven of the ten best‑selling products—that are prohibited in the European Union due to carcinogenic, teratogenic, or severe environmental effects. The study framed the situation as “chemical colonialism,” pointing to health risks for humans, animals, and ecosystems and linking the widespread pesticide use to broader insect declines. Together, the snapshots trace a developing narrative of Brazil’s reliance on EU‑banned chemicals, mounting health and environmental concerns, and the interplay of international trade and regulatory actions.

Entities

Brazil · European Union · glyphosate · Larissa Mies Bombardi · Institute of Research for Development (IRD)

Timeline

  1. 20 days ago

    [HEALTH] 6 sources
    Brazil Uses Agrochemicals Banned in EU, Highlighting Chemical Colonialism

    Seven of Brazil's top ten agrochemicals are banned in the EU for health and environmental risks, yet European firms still export them, a practice termed “chemical colonialism” by researcher Larissa Bombardi.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Brazil faces glyphosate ban as Bayer pushes US tariffs

    Brazilian prosecutors seek a total glyphosate ban, while Bayer petitions the US to impose tariffs on Chinese glyphosate imports, sparking regulatory and trade disputes.

Sources

chnews.com · conteudos.cnnbrasil.com.br · istoe.com.br · jornaldebrasilia.com.br · paraonline.com.br · visaocidade.com.br