The UK is negotiating a new trade deal with the European Union that may impose restrictions on glyphosate, a widely used herbicide linked to cancer. Glyphosate, which is often sprayed on crops like wheat and oats before harvest, has been banned in Europe since 2023 due to health concerns. Environmental organizations, including the Soil Association and Greenpeace, are urging the UK government to align with EU regulations by phasing out glyphosate's use as a pre-harvest desiccant. The World Health Organization has classified glyphosate as 'probably carcinogenic to humans,' and it has been the subject of numerous lawsuits in the United States. Despite these concerns, 41% of UK cereal crops tested between 2016 and 2023 contained glyphosate residues, with 28% of bread samples in 2024 also testing positive. Public awareness of glyphosate remains low, with a survey indicating that 79% of adults had never heard of it, although 83% expressed concern about chemical residues in food. As negotiations continue, changes to pesticide regulations in the UK appear likely, with farmers being prepared for updates on pesticide approvals and residue levels.