IFCA Reminder for Ag Retailers and Farmers of EPA Existing Stocks Order for Dicamba Products
IFCA would like to send out a reminder of some important upcoming dates regarding dicamba. On February 14, 2024, EPA issued its Existing Stocks Order for Dicamba Products Previously Registered for Over-the-Top Use on Dicamba-Tolerant Cotton and Soybean. EPA issued the existing stocks order following the February 6, 2024, order and judgement by the District of Arizona vacating the registrations for three products, XtendiMax® with VaporGrip® Technology (“XtendiMax”), Engenia® Herbicide (“Engenia”), and A21472 Plus VaporGrip® Technology (Tavium® Plus VaporGrip® Technology) (“Tavium”). As of February 6, 2024, these products are no longer registered, and it is unlawful under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) to sell or distribute them except to the extent otherwise authorized by EPA.
EXISTING STOCKS SUMMARY FOR ILLINOIS
February 6, 2024 - No sale or distribution by registrants after February 6, 2024.
May 13, 2024 - Last day for sale or distribution by co-ops, commercial distributors, or others who are already in possession. These entities may sell or distribute these products until May 13, 2024 in the State of Illinois.
June 12, 2024 - End date for use of existing stocks is June 12, 2024. Application of existing stocks is permitted until June 12, 2024 or V4 growth stage (soybean) whichever comes first.
The above information is a summary reference to highlight important dates for the state of Illinois. End dates assume entity assumed possession of the dicamba products prior to February 6, 2024.
Read the full EPA existing stocks order for all details that may apply to your specific situation at the link below:
If you have further questions regarding the stop sale order, please reach out to KJ Johnson at the IFCA office or kj@ifca.com.