EPA Approves Bayer Insecticide for Maize Pest Control in New Zealand
What happened
The Environmental Protection Authority approved the use of Reatis 480 FS, an insecticide from Bayer New Zealand Limited, to control fall armyworm in maize and sweetcorn crops. This approval followed consultation with WorkSafe New Zealand. The EPA determined that the risks to people and the environment are low when proper controls are used.
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Why it matters
The fall armyworm is a major invasive pest that has the potential to significantly affect the New Zealand economy. Maize is widely grown and is critical for feeding livestock, which is an important part of New Zealand’s primary production sector.
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Who's involved
- BAYERApplicant of the insecticide Reatis 480 FS
- Environmental Protection AuthorityRegulator that granted approval for the insecticide application
- WorkSafe New ZealandGovernmental agency consulted by the EPA regarding associated risks
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- BAYERSpeculative
Bayer might see increased revenue from the sale of Reatis 480 FS in New Zealand.
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The entities involved
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BAYER
company in Prague, Czechia
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Environmental Protection Authority
New Zealand Crown entity responsible for responsible for regulating activities that affect New Zealand's environment
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WorkSafe New Zealand
governmental workplace health and safety regulator
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