Group Urges Regulation of Weed Killer Glyphosate for Synergistic Effects Found in Food Supply

<p>Advocates and scientists are raising concerns that <strong>glyphosate</strong>, one of the world’s most widely used herbicides, may act in synergy with other chemicals to pose amplified health risks. A new report by Beyond Pesticides urges regulators to <strong>re-evaluate safe exposure levels</strong> given residues commonly found in food supply chains.</p>

<p>Current regulatory frameworks typically assess glyphosate in isolation. The report argues that <strong>cumulative exposures</strong> — particularly in populations facing multiple pesticides — may be under-assessed. It calls for stronger labeling requirements, tighter residue thresholds, and more frequent monitoring.</p>

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 <li>Glyphosate detected in over 30% of tested food items (recent surveys)</li>
 <li>At least two new global proposals focused on “synergistic exposure”</li>
 <li>Litigation risk for manufacturers remains elevated</li>
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<p><strong>Outlook:</strong> With public pressure mounting and new health studies emerging, regulators in the EU and US may initiate fresh reviews of glyphosate exposure limits by mid-2026.</p>

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