The Truth About Glyphosate
In America, farming isn’t just a profession, it’s a purpose. Bayer prides itself on developing agriculture innovations to help farmers do their jobs efficiently and effectively so they can feed a hungry world.
A lot of farmers rely on Bayer’s tool and inventions because Bayer has a purpose too: to help farmers thrive.
One of the many tools Bayer provides to farmers is glyphosate. Farmers wage a daily battle, not just against pests or weather, but against an unseen enemy that threatens to choke their crops and livelihoods: weeds. Weeds compete with crops for sunlight, nutrients, and water, often outpacing the plants we rely on for food and can disrupt the balance of our global food supply.
Fifty years ago, a pivotal invention entered the picture. The herbicide glyphosate which, sold to farmers as Roundup™ has become a cornerstone in the fight against these relentless invaders. Despite the clear science behind Roundup’s safety and benefits, thousands of lawsuits persist in courts across the country, fueled by over $100 million dollars in expansive marketing and TV ads by the litigation industry to recruit and accumulate plaintiffs.
The path of glyphosate approval and use has been one of rigorous evaluation and validation. Time and again, it has been approved as safe to use as directed by leading regulatory bodies around the world.
Without advanced crop protection products like glyphosate to manage weeds, consequences would be dire. Farm yields could plummet, farmer costs would go up, and food prices would rise, affecting consumers worldwide. The ripple effect would be felt across the entire food supply chain, from the fields to your dinner table.
Explore our comprehensive resource hub to gain insights into glyphosate, its impact, safety profile, and our ongoing efforts to manage and mitigate the risks of Roundup litigation in the U.S. to safeguard its positive impact for farmers and everyday citizens alike.
