Diquat and thiram not re-approved

The Netherlands will agree to the Commission's proposals not to re-approve the substances thiram and diquat. The European Commission will take a final decision on this on Thursday 24 May.

This is a periodic reassessment, which, according to the European Commission's proposal, should not be extended. diquat has been assessed as a candidate for substitution, according to a report by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

The reason for the non-approval is an unfavorable environmental profile and unacceptable risks for local residents and birds. The Board for the Authorization of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb) endorses the risks reported by EFSA. Diquat is used, among other things, in the cultivation of potatoes and flower bulbs.

Thirami 
According to the Ctgb and EFSA, the active substance Thiram also does not have to be re-approved. This substance is used in plant protection products for seed treatment.

Agriculture Minister Carola Schouten recognizes the consequences of the disappearance of the substances. That is why she is working on an extension of a package of measures based on non-chemical agents, basic substances and low-risk agents.

Anne-Jan Doorn

Anne Jan Doorn is an arable expert at Boerenbusiness. He writes about the various arable farming markets and also focuses on the land and energy market.

aj.doorn@boerenbusiness. Nl

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