1. Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
Drew Parker, Period 4, 2017

2. International Amendment- Made in 1972, changed in 1988
Under the FIFRA, all pesticides sold or distributed by or in the U.S must be licensed by the EPA. These companies must prove the pesticides do not cause significant harm to the environment or humans. The EPA prevents the sale of unregistered pesticides.

3. Environmental Effects
The FIFRA prevents pesticides from harming in many ways, regulated by the EPA.
Makes sure all pesticide use is regulated and at standards
Stops sale or seizes pesticides which violate the restrictions or are altered/misbranded
Prevents risks to humans or environment
Assesses social, economic and environmental costs
Limits human consumption risk from pesticides on or in food