California pesticide agency could loosen restrictions on most toxic rat poisons

The GuardianFriday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00:23 PM
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California pesticide agency could loosen restrictions on most toxic rat poisons
  • The California Department of Pesticide Regulation is considering loosening restrictions on highly toxic anticoagulant rodenticides, despite evidence that these substances are harming wildlife, including endangered species. This move follows a state report highlighting the unintended consequences of these poisons on the ecosystem.
  • This development raises significant concerns regarding environmental protection and wildlife conservation in California, as the state grapples with balancing pest control needs against the ecological impact of these chemicals.
  • The situation reflects broader tensions in California's regulatory landscape, where recent decisions have faced criticism for potentially undermining environmental safeguards, paralleling issues such as child labor in agriculture and hazardous waste management, which also highlight the state's ongoing struggles with public health and safety.
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