Regular readers of sites like comment-economiser.fr are well aware: Roundup poses serious risks to human health and the environment.
Decades ago, Monsanto began saturating soils and exposing people to this ubiquitous herbicide containing glyphosate.
Now, there's breakthrough news.
A California court has ordered Monsanto to pay 289.2 million dollars (about 248 million euros) to Dewayne Johnson, a 46-year-old gardener in the terminal phase of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Medical experts testified that his cancer stemmed directly from prolonged exposure to glyphosate-based herbicides.
The jury ruled glyphosate was a "substantial factor" in the illness of this father of two.
The court further found Monsanto knew the risks but failed to warn consumers, acting with "malice."
Though Monsanto has appealed, this ruling marks a major victory for victims worldwide.
Over 4,000 similar lawsuits are pending in the U.S. alone.
This verdict could influence cases globally.
Glyphosate, the world's most-used pesticide sold by multiple agrochemical firms including Monsanto (now Bayer), demands urgent scrutiny.
Monsanto derives much of its revenue from it, supplying farmers for crops like soy and corn, plus consumer products.
Change is needed, but progress is underway.
In March 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans."
Yet, the EU renewed its approval for five more years in late 2017 amid intense industry lobbying.
As consumers, we hold the power to protect our health, our families, and the planet.
Switching away from glyphosate is straightforward. Try this effective, natural homemade herbicide recipe—100% safe, economical, and eco-friendly.
Or opt for organic, local products to avoid Monsanto-linked items.
