The American Soybean Association is praising the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s approval of new crop protection technologies, saying the action will provide soybean growers with additional tools to improve production efficiency, manage weeds and protect yields.
The approvals mark a significant step for soybean producers who continue to face increasing pressure from herbicide-resistant weeds and evolving pest threats. ASA said the new technologies will help farmers strengthen crop performance while supporting regenerative farming practices aimed at improving soil health and long-term sustainability.
ASA President Scott Metzger said the new registrations will help ensure U.S. farmers have access to advanced crop protection products needed to maintain productivity and remain competitive in global markets. He said weed pressure and pest-related challenges continue to intensify, making innovation in crop protection essential as farming practices continue to evolve.
The EPA’s action follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump focused on promoting regenerative agriculture and strengthening farm resilience. The order directed EPA to prioritize timely review and approval of modern agricultural products, with an emphasis on science-based regulatory decisions.
ASA said the executive order recognizes the importance of crop protection tools in helping farmers adopt regenerative practices such as cover crops, which can improve soil structure, reduce erosion and enhance water retention.
The soybean group said the approvals are an important step toward expanding access to new technologies and urged EPA to continue advancing additional registrations that can help soybean farmers improve efficiency, sustainability and profitability.
Source: American Soybean Association, "ASA Welcomes EPA Approval of New Soybean Crop Protection Tools"