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 (down to the lowest practical limits, typically 0.01 ppm or better). This is about giving consumers and brands clear, science-backed assurance that what they’re choosing aligns with a commitment to purity and avoiding potential concerns from chemical residues.

Today’s news that the U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear Bayer’s appeal in the Roundup litigation is a significant development in this long-running issue. The case centers on whether federal approvals by the EPA (which has repeatedly found glyphosate not likely to be carcinogenic to humans when used as directed and does not require cancer warnings on labels) should preempt state-level failure-to-warn claims in lawsuits alleging links to cancers like non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

From our perspective at BioChecked™, this highlights why certifications like ours matter more than ever. Regardless of how courts ultimately rule on preemption or liability:

• Many consumers remain concerned about glyphosate exposure through food, water, and everyday products.
• Residues have been detected in a wide range of items (even some organic ones due to drift or cross-contamination), prompting growing demand for verified glyphosate-free options.
• Our certification process—built on independent ISO-accredited lab testing and supply chain audits—offers a transparent way for brands to demonstrate they’ve taken extra steps to minimize or eliminate glyphosate residues.

Bayer has already phased out glyphosate in Roundup products sold for U.S. residential lawn and garden use, while keeping it in agricultural formulations (often paired with GMO crops like corn, soy, and cotton). The company faces tens of thousands of claims (reports vary from around 65,000 to over 100,000 active cases), has paid billions in settlements and verdicts, and has reserved substantial funds for resolution. Bayer maintains that the product is safe based on regulatory science and that companies shouldn’t face state penalties for following federal labeling rules.

At BioChecked™, we don’t take positions on the litigation itself or comment on the safety debates in a way that duplicates regulatory findings. Our focus remains on empowering choice: helping producers create and label products that meet strict glyphosate-free standards, so shoppers can make informed decisions about what goes into their bodies and homes. Demand for our Non Glyphosate Certified™ seal continues to grow, with more brands (from grains and breads to other foods) stepping up to third-party verification because consumers are asking for it.

If you’re a brand, producer, or consumer interested in learning more about getting certified or finding certified products, visit biochecked.com. We’re here to support a cleaner, more transparent food system—one test, one audit, and one choice at a time. This Supreme Court review may shape the legal landscape, but it doesn’t change the value of independent testing and certification for those prioritizing glyphosate avoidance.