Chemical regulator approves restricted use of controversial herbicide paraquat (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia's chemical regulator approved restricted use of paraquat herbicide, citing no increased Parkinson's risk with approved uses, despite previous concerns.

• Australian chemical regulator approved restricted use of paraquat herbicide
• Paraquat linked to Parkinson's disease but regulator found no increased risk with approved uses
• New restrictions include lower application rates and use of enclosed systems