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WATCH: EPA approves pesticides with PFAS for use on food
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November 25, 2025
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The EPA is starting to allow the use of pesticides containing PFAS on food. The move is part of an effort to roll back the regulation of PFAS — also known as "forever chemicals" because they don't break down easily in the environment.
The agency last week approved the use of two new pesticides that qualify as PFAS. Farmers could spread them on crops such as romaine lettuce, broccoli and potatoes.
While not a lot is known about their long-term impact, the chemicals have been linked to certain cancers, birth defects and other health problems.
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