AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPesticide Accountability Fight: Pesticide makers are pushing “liability shield” laws to block lawsuits tied to cancer-risk warnings for products like glyphosate, as the U.S. Supreme Court is set to weigh whether federal law blocks state “failure to warn” claims. Health & Farm Safety: A new review links pesticide exposure during pregnancy and early childhood to higher risks of childhood leukemia and brain tumors, with the strongest signals tied to early-life exposure. Florida Citrus Innovation: Florida researchers are testing CRISPR gene editing on citrus rootstock to potentially shut off receptors that let citrus greening bacteria spread, aiming to reduce heavy spray burdens. Animal Health Rules: Florida tightened rules for bringing warm-blooded pets and livestock into the state amid New World screwworm threats, requiring veterinary exams and restricting shelter animals. Coastal & Seafood: Palm Beach County asks residents to check rules before removing sargassum during sea turtle nesting, while Texas researchers report oyster-shell recycling is helping rebuild reefs in the Coastal Bend. Wildlife & Fishing: A Southwest Florida fishing rescue ended with a snowy egret euthanized after severe line injuries, underscoring proper line disposal. Food Recall: FDA recalled Farm Rich Pizza Cheese Crunchers sold in Florida over possible metal contamination.
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