The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency previously banned the pesticide aldicarb, citing unacceptable health risks, but now a company wants it approved for Florida citrus. Experts say systemic pesticides like aldicarb threaten humans, bees and other wildlife. Alternatives like agroecology exist but are not widely practiced.

North Carolina-based AgLogic is the only formulator of aldicarb, a neurotoxin classified as “extremely hazardous” by the World Health Organization and banned in more than 125 countries.

Now, AgLogic’s latest petition could lead to another EPA approval for use of aldicarb on citrus fruits. The EPA is accepting public comments until Aug. 23.

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