EPA Bans DCPA: What This Emergency Order Means for U.S. Farmers
A recent TIME Magazine article reported a major development in U.S. agriculture: the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an emergency order halting the use of a widely used pesticide, DCPA.
The reason? Mounting evidence shows it poses serious health risks, particularly to unborn children — including impaired brain development and lower IQ. This is more than just a ban on one chemical.
It’s a wake-up call.
For decades, farmers have trusted synthetic chemicals to protect their crops. But now we’re seeing the long-term consequences: dangerous exposure to farm workers, pesticide drift into nearby communities, contamination of water and soil, and a growing impact on pollinators and beneficial insects.
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Stik-Kote, powered by our proprietary 3D IPNS™ technology, is more than just an adjuvant — it’s a next-generation delivery system that transforms how pesticides work on the farm.
Here's how Stik-Kote helps you protect your crops without putting your workers, the environment, or your farm’s reputation at risk:
1. 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐭 Traditional pesticide sprays can easily drift into surrounding areas — but Stik-Kote locks your pesticide onto the plant, drastically reducing the risk of airborne spread and unintended exposure.
2. 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 With less spray in the air and on unintended surfaces, there’s less chance for workers to inhale or absorb chemicals through their skin.
3. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 Bees, butterflies, and other helpful insects are essential to farming success. Stik-Kote’s targeted coverage helps avoid collateral damage by keeping pesticides where they belong.
4. 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲, 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 Better adhesion means more of your pesticide stays on the plant — making every spray count and helping you cut down on reapplication costs.
The EPA’s emergency order is a clear sign that the era of “spray and hope” is over. Farmers today need precision, safety, and sustainability — not just for the sake of regulations, but for the health of our people and planet.If you’re ready to protect your crops and the future of farming, it’s time to make the switch.
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