Syngenta will phase out paraquat from Australia by 2027. The chemical now faces tighter rules. The Swiss firm says sales will halt once existing stocks deplete.

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.

Dozen of countries already banned paraquat. Health groups called for a block on sales. No new shipments will enter after 2027.