Environmental Protection Agency Docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2026-3862 Notice

2026-13458: Innovation Challenge: Alternatives to Conventional Pesticides for Crop Desiccation; Notice of Availability

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Summary

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing this request for information (RFI) seeking public input to inform development of an Innovation Challenge focused on practical, cost- effective alternatives to using conventional pesticide chemicals for crop desiccation. EPA aims to identify opportunities to reduce reliance on conventional pesticide chemical desiccants while supporting harvest readiness, crop quality, and operational efficiency. Input will help EPA shape the challenge's scope, eligibility, evaluation criteria, and potential pilot or demonstration components.

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