A new pesticide is approved for use on many crops, including leafy greens

US environmental regulators have approved a new pesticide, isocycloseram, for use on a wide range of food crops. This means farmers can now use this chemical to protect crops like leafy greens, root vegetables, and berries from pests.

Every new pesticide approval expands the tools available to farmers, which can change how food is grown and what consumers eat. This particular approval covers a broad list of common foods, from fruits to vegetables and grains. It means the chemical will now be present in the food supply at regulated levels.