BioChecked™ Celebrates Major Step Forward in Pesticide Reduction: Syngenta to Phase Out Paraquat Production Amid Parkinson’s Lawsuits

This article from MLive reports that Syngenta, a major global agricultural company (often described as a chemical giant in headlines), has announced it will cease production of paraquat, a highly toxic weed killer herbicide. This decision takes effect by the end of June 2026. Paraquat has faced thousands of lawsuits…

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Trump Protecting Glyphosate and Elemental Phosphorus

As Executive Director of BioChecked™, an organization dedicated to promoting transparency, integrity, and natural integrity in our food supply, I feel compelled to address President Trump’s recent executive order invoking the Defense Production Act to protect the supply of glyphosate and elemental phosphorus a key precursor in the production of…

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As the Executive Director of BioChecked™, I’ve followed the ongoing developments around glyphosate—the active ingredient in Roundup—with close attention for years. Our organization exists to provide rigorous, independent third-party certification for products that are Non-GMO and Non Glyphosate Certified™, meaning they’ve been tested to show no detectable residues of glyphosate…

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Tom Schoenstedt Joins BioChecked™ as International & Regional Manager

Tom Schoenstedt Joins BioChecked™ as International & Regional Manager November 2025 — BioChecked™, a trusted leader in third-party food certification , is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Schoenstedt as its new International & Regional Manager. Tom brings more than 25 years of passion and commitment to health-conscious living,…

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The Hidden Dangers of Glyphosate in Poultry Production: A Wake-Up Call for Health and Sustainability

The Hidden Dangers of Glyphosate in Poultry Production: A Wake-Up Call for Health and Sustainability As the founder and Executive Director of BioChecked™, I’ve dedicated my career to promoting clean, safe food free from harmful chemicals like glyphosate. For over a decade, BioChecked has been at the forefront of certifying…

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