Written question – New evidence on cancer risks of glyphosate – P-002366/2025

Priority question for written answer  P-002366/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy (Renew)

A recently published peer-reviewed study in Environmental Health has presented new evidence regarding the safety of glyphosate, concluding that two pesticides containing the substance glyphosate that are currently on the market pose a serious risk of developing various forms of cancer, especially in pregnancy and early life stages. In light of these findings, it is essential that the Commission acts swiftly to evaluate the potential risks and subsequently take action to protect public health.

• 1.What is the Commission’s assessment of this study?
• 2.Will the Commission take swift action in response to the study, such as a rapid risk assessment with the European Food Safety Authority?
• 3.What is the Commission’s timeline for reviewing this new scientific evidence and determining whether regulatory action is warranted, and will it consider a precautionary pause in the meantime, given the potential public health implications?

Submitted: 11.6.2025