Campaigners are calling for the UK Government to ban glyphosate, a pesticide associated with cancer, which is commonly used on crops like wheat, barley, and oats. The Soil Association reported that almost 50% of crop samples tested in the UK contained glyphosate residues. This chemical, known for its use in the herbicide Roundup, is often sprayed on crops to dry them out before harvest. In 2023, the European Union banned glyphosate's use as a pre-harvest drying agent, prompting activists to urge the UK to implement a similar ban. Currently, glyphosate is approved for use in Great Britain until December 15, 2023, as the Health and Safety Executive prepares for a public consultation on its renewal. The World Health Organisation classified glyphosate as a probable carcinogen in 2015, and recent studies continue to highlight its potential health risks. Environmental groups are advocating for immediate action to eliminate glyphosate from the food supply, emphasizing the need for government support for farmers transitioning to safer practices. The Soil Association's campaigns coordinator, Cathy Cliff, stated that the UK is lagging behind Europe in regulating harmful pesticides, calling for urgent government action to protect public health.