EPA Announces Release of Draft Fungicide Strategy and Seeks Public Comment

Short summary

EPA released a draft strategy protecting 1,000+ endangered species while preserving fungicide use in agriculture. Public comment closes June 29, 2026; final strategy due November 2026. Implementation uses a three-step ecological framework with mitigation requirements.

• •Draft Fungicide Strategy released May 1, 2026 for ESA/FIFRA compliance
• •60-day public comment period closing June 29, 2026 with webinar May 20
• •Final strategy expected November 2026 using ecological impact assessment framework

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