Se prohíbe el carbofurano en EEUU

[Syngamus]

La noticia:

EPA Bans Deadly Pesticide Responsible for Millions of Bird Deaths
Common Dreams - www.commondreams.org
11 May 2009
Area: United States

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced its final decision to revoke all food tolerances for the highly toxic pesticide carbofuran, which is sold under the name "Furadan" by FMC Corporation. The agency's announcement confirms a proposed action first announced in July 2008. FMC Corp. will have the opportunity to challenge the decision within 90 days with a petition to stay the rule. When the rule becomes final, EPA will proceed with the cancellation of registration for all uses of the pesticide.

"Carbofuran causes neurological damage in humans, and one of the most deadly pesticides to birds left on the market. It is responsible for the deaths of millions of wild birds since its introduction in 1967, including Bald and Golden Eagles, Red-tailed Hawks, and migratory songbirds," said Dr. George Fenwick, President of American Bird Conservancy. "This EPA decision marks a huge victory for wildlife and the environment."

Edito: me comenta un toxicólogo que en España también se ha excluido del registro de fitosanitarios.