News Releases

Michael Leary 5/5/20 Michael Leary 5/5/20

New Government Relations Specialist Brings Unique Perspective to International Issues Facing the Pesticide Industry

Today, CropLife America (CLA) is excited to welcome Molly O’Connor to the association’s government relations team. Molly will join the organization as director, federal government relations, bringing with her a new perspective and expertise in the areas of global policy and trade.

Michael Leary 4/14/20 Michael Leary 4/14/20

CLA, ARA and TFI Announce Office Co-Location to Begin in 2021

CropLife America (CLA), The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) and the Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) announced today that the three organizations will co-locate to Arlington, VA, beginning in January 2021. Each organization will retain its focus on the needs of its respective members, but the move is expected to create greater opportunities for collaboration that can enhance each organization’s efficiency and effectiveness. The organizations’ respective Boards of Directors approved this concept in separate votes last fall.

Michael Leary 4/1/20 Michael Leary 4/1/20

Agriculture Associations Ask Governors to Support Food System

Today, 35 national trade associations sent a letter to governors across the country recognizing the importance of their leadership, as well as asking them to support agriculture as they navigate decisions and policy regarding coronavirus response. As states address the challenges related to COVID-19, the importance of the entire food system and those who support it have become increasingly apparent.

Michael Leary 3/12/20 Michael Leary 3/12/20

EPA Takes Important Step in Streamlining Evaluation of Pesticides under ESA

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its “Revised Method for National Level Listed Species Biological Evaluations of Conventional Pesticides.” This is an important step toward creating a workable solution to evaluate pesticides under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

Michael Leary 1/31/20 Michael Leary 1/31/20

EPA Reaffirms Safety of Glyphosate

Yesterday, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released an interim decision updating current glyphosate regulations. After a thorough review of the best available science, as required under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, EPA concluded there are no concerns for human health when glyphosate is used according to the label and that the product is not a carcinogen.

Michael Leary 1/30/20 Michael Leary 1/30/20

EPA Releases Preliminary Interim Decision on Neonicotinoids

Today, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its Proposed Interim Decision (PID) on a class of pesticides known as neonicotinoids (neonics), which specifically addresses steps EPA is taking to protect pollinator health. Since 2015, EPA has included a pollinator risk assessment as part of its rigorous pesticide Registration Review process, as well as for new pesticide registrations. We support this process and once we have reviewed the full PID, we look forward to a robust public comment period.

Michael Leary 1/29/20 Michael Leary 1/29/20

CropLife America Applauds the Signing of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement

Today, President Trump signed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The revised treaty is a mutually beneficial win, creating a more level playing field for North American workers.