US environmental regulators allow more pesticide residue on popcorn

US environmental regulators have finalized rules that allow higher levels of the pesticide sulfentrazone on popcorn and corn stover. This means farmers can use more of this pesticide on their corn crops without violating federal limits.

The US environmental regulators are adjusting what counts as a safe level of pesticide residue on food. This change makes it easier for farmers to use a specific pesticide on corn, which could affect both agricultural practices and consumer exposure. It also shows how regulators fine-tune chemical use based on new data or industry requests.