HSE News & Analysis

Glyphosate Ban Call Ahead of HSE Consultation in UK

Campaigners are calling for a ban on glyphosate as a pre-harvest drying agent amid health concerns. The UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) plans to consult on its use as the chemical's license expires in December 2026. Glyphosate was banned for this use in the EU in 2023, but remains approved in Great Britain until further review. Bayer, the owner of Monsanto, states that glyphosate is essential for crop yields and has been deemed safe by regulatory authorities.