Syngenta will phase out paraquat from Australia by 2027. The chemical now faces stricter rules. The Swiss firm says sales will stop once existing stocks are exhausted.

A warning marks the herbicide now. Death or severe harm can follow small amounts. Farmers and bystanders are in danger. Canberra’s regulator took action after years of warnings.

Several countries already banned paraquat. Health groups called for a block on sales. No new shipments will arrive after 2027.