Regulatory Resources
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA is the agency of the U.S. federal government whose mission is to protect human and environmental health. EPA is the federal agency responsible for the evaluation of the safety pesticides as well as their registration and regulation.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
The USDA helps ensure the safety of our food primarily by monitoring pesticide residue nationally through the Pesticide Data Program.
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration
FDA is responsible under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) for enforcing tolerances established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for amounts of pesticide residues that may legally remain on food, including animal feed.
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is dedicated to the conservation, protection, and enhancement of fish, wildlife and plants, and their habitats. FWS is the only agency in the federal government whose primary responsibility is the conservation and management of these important natural resources for the American public.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries
NOAA Fisheries is responsible for the stewardship of the nation's ocean resources and their habitat.
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California Department of Pesticide Regulation
CDPR protects human health and the environment by regulating pesticide sales and use within California, and by fostering reduced-risk pest management.
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New York Department of Environmental Conservation
The department guides and regulates the conservation, improvement, and protection of New York's natural resources; manages Forest Preserve lands in the Adirondack and Catskill parks, state forest lands, and wildlife management areas; regulates sport fishing, hunting and trapping; and enforces the state's environmental laws and regulations.
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Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
Oregon DEQ's mission is to be a leader in restoring, maintaining and enhancing the quality of Oregon's air, land and water.
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