“When EPA registers a pesticide or reevaluates it in registration review, the Agency has a responsibility under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) to ensure that the pesticide registrations do not jeopardize the continued existence of federally threatened or endangered (listed) species or adversely modify their designated critical habitats. Chemical stressors, such as pesticides, are one of many factors that can contribute to population declines of listed species. Other factors include habitat loss, climate change, invasive species, and pests/diseases.”
Resources about the Endangered Species Act
From EPA
These are initial resources from the ESA dated back to 2024.
These current resources come straight from the EPA’s website and give you access to the latest strategies, workplans, public comment periods, and toolbox materials.
Always read the label. Now on a registered product, there may be an indication to obtain a bulletin with specific geographically limited use restrictions on a pesticide, and must be obtained before application. Bulletins Live! Two includes geographically specific pesticide use limitations for the protection of threatened and endangered (listed) species and their designated critical habitat. There are also quick-start guides and how-to information.
CropLife America’s website provides resources to help the pesticide and agricultural community better understand and navigate the Endangered Species Act (ESA). To support awareness and compliance, CropLife America is developing a suite of educational tools, including an introductory “ESA 101” PowerPoint presentation available on their website. These materials are designed to explain key ESA concepts, outline how pesticide regulation intersects with species protection, and serve as a practical starting point for growers, applicators, and industry professionals seeking clear, accessible guidance.
Southern Region Specific
Endangered Species Act – How Will it Affect You in the Near Future?
Travis Legleiter, University of Kentucky
March 2025
The Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Pesticide Label
Pesticide Safety Education Program, University of Tennessee institute of Agriculture
National Resources
These resources are housed and compiled on the North Central IPM Center’s Website including this recent webinar from November 2024.