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Agriculture chemical regulator backs glyphosate

THE Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) is holding firm on its stance towards the herbicide glyphosate following calls for an independent inquiry into the chemical.

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 The APVMA says there is no need for an inquiry into the herbicide glyphosate.

The APVMA says there is no need for an inquiry into the herbicide glyphosate.

An ABC Four Corners episode aired on television this week questioning the safety of glyphosate products registered for use in Australia. The program follows a recent decision in the Californian Superior...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

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