# Canada Reverses Pesticide Ban for Farmers

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-06-19T21:02:26+00:00
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Canada’s gopher crisis is hitting farms hard, with Richardson ground squirrels wrecking crops and equipment, costing hundreds of millions. Farmers begged for strychnine—once banned—to fight the damage, but supply chain issues left them stranded. The government finally eased restrictions, but critics say the move signals a dangerous shift: prioritizing economy over science. New laws now let officials reauthorize banned pesticides in emergencies to protect food and national security, sparking backlash from environmental groups and opposition parties who fear political interference and health risks. Farmers cheer the change as a lifeline for affordability, but the debate rages on. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6c1151c46713ae7f

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