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65 FR 15 pgs. 3699-3709 - Pesticide Emergency Exemptions; Agency Decisions and State and Federal AgencyCrisis Declarations

Type: NOTICEVolume: 65Number: 15Pages: 3699 - 3709
Docket number: [OPP-181072; FRL-6485-7]
FR document: [FR Doc. 00-1546 Filed 1-21-00; 8:45 am]
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Official PDF Version:  PDF Version

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[OPP-181072; FRL-6485-7]

Pesticide Emergency Exemptions; Agency Decisions and State and Federal AgencyCrisis Declarations

AGENCY:

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION:

Notice.

SUMMARY:

EPA has granted or denied emergency exemptions under the FederalInsecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) for use of pesticides as listed in this notice.These exemptions or denials were issued during the period between January 1, 1999, throughDecember 15, 1999, to control unforseen pest outbreaks. The actions detailed in this documentdo not represent every FIFRA section 18 emergency exemption decision issued by EPA duringthe above time period.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

See each emergency exemptionor denial for the name of a contact person. The following information applies to all contact persons: Team Leader, Emergency Response Team, Registration Division (7505C), Office ofPesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, Ariel Rios Building, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20460;telephone number: (703) 308-9366.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

EPA has granted or denied emergencyexemptions to the following State and Federal agencies. The emergency exemptions may take thefollowing form: Crisis, public health, quarantine, or specific. EPA has also listed deniedemergency exemption requests in this notice.

I. General Information

A. Does This Action Apply to Me?

You may be potentially affected by this action if you petition EPA for authorizationunder section 18 of FIFRA to use pesticide products which are otherwise unavailable for a givenuse. Potentially affected categories and entities may include, but are not limited to:

Categories NAICS codes Examples of potentially affected entities
State andTerritorialgovernmentagencies chargedwith pesticideauthority 9241 State agencies that petition EPA for section18 pesticide use authorization

This listing is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather provides a guide for readersregarding entities likely to be regulated by this action. Other types of entities not listed in the tablein this unit could also be regulated. The North American Industrial Classification System(NAICS) codes have been provided to assist you and others in determining whether or not thisaction applies to certain entities. To determine whether you or your business is affected by thisaction, you should carefully examine the applicability provisions. If you have any questions regarding theapplicability of this action to a particular entity, consult the person listed under "FOR FURTHERINFORMATION CONTACT."

B. How Can I Get Additional Information or Copies of This Document or OtherDocuments?

1. Electronically . You may obtain electronic copies of this document, andcertain other related documents that might be available electronically, from the EPA InternetHome Page at http://www.epa.gov/. To access this document, on the Home Page select "Lawsand Regulations" and then look up the entry for this document under the " FederalRegister -Environmental Documents." You can also go directly to the FederalRegister listings at http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/.

2. In person . The Agency has established an official record for this actionunder docket control number OPP-181072. The official record consists of the documentsspecifically referenced in this action, and other information related to this action, including anyinformation claimed as Confidential Business Information (CBI). This official record includes thedocuments that are physically located in the docket, as well as the documents that are referencedin those documents. The public version of the official record does not include any informationclaimed as CBI. The public version of the official record, which includes printed, paper versionsof any electronic comments submitted during an applicable comment period is available forinspection in the Public Information and Records Integrity Branch (PIRIB), Rm. 119, Crystal Mall2, 1921Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington, VA, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday,excluding legal holidays. The PIRIB telephone number is (703) 305-5805.

II. Background

Under FIFRA section 18, EPA can authorize the use of a pesticide whenemergency conditions exist. Authorizations (commonly called emergency exemptions)are granted to State and Federal agencies and are of four types:

1. A "specific exemption" authorizes use of a pesticide against specific pests on alimited acreage in a particular State. Most emergency exemptions are specific exemptions.

2. "Quarantine" and "public health" exemptions are a particular form of specificexemption issued for quarantine or public health purposes. These are rarely requested.

3. A "crisis exemption" is initiated by a State or Federal agency (and is confirmedby EPA) when there is insufficient time to request and obtain EPA permission for use ofa pesticide in an emergency.

EPA may deny an emergency exemption: If the State or Federal agency cannotdemonstrate that an emergency exists, if the use poses unacceptable risks to theenvironment, or if EPA cannot reach a conclusion that the proposed pesticide use islikely to result in "a reasonable certainty of no harm" to human health, includingexposure of residues of the pesticide to infants and children.

If the emergency use of the pesticide on a food or feed commodity would resultin pesticide chemical residues, EPA establishes a time-limited tolerance meeting the"reasonable certainty of no harm standard" of the Federal Food, Drug, and CosmeticAct (FFDCA).

In this document: EPA identifies the State or Federal agency granted the exemptionor denial, the type of exemption, the pesticide authorized and the pests, the crop or use for whichauthorized, number of acres (if applicable), and the duration of the exemption. EPAalso gives the Federal Register citation for the time-limited tolerance, if any.

III. Emergency Exemptions and Denials

A. U.S. States and Territories

Alabama

Department of Agriculture and Industries

Crisis : On August 24, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on pasture land tocontrol fall army worms. This program ended on October 31, 1999.Contact: Barbara Madden

On August 26, 1999, for the use of spinosad on soybeans to control caterpillars. Thisprogram ended on September 10, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; April 9, 1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm andtobacco budworm; August 3, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide in pasture land to control fall army worms;September 17, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Arizona

Department of Agriculture

Denial : On October 21, 1999 EPA denied the use of fipronil on cotton to controlLygus bugs. This request was denied because the claim of resistance was not fullysubstantiated. Contact: Andrew Ertman.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on garlic to control garlic rust;May 19, 1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of metolachlor on spinach to control weeds; September 16, 1999,to May 15, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle October 27, 1999, to October 21, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Arkansas

State Plant Board

Crisis : On June 8, 1999, for the use of sodium chlorate on wheat as a harvestaid. This program ended on June 22, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

On August 9, 1999, for the use of maleic hydrazide on rice to control red rice. Thisprogram ended on August 24, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

Denial : On February 16, 1999 EPA denied the use of bispyribac-sodium on rice tocontrol Bermuda grass. This request was denied because at this time the Agency is not able toreach a "reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding health effects which may resultif this use were to occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this time to conclude that there willnot be unacceptable adverse effects to the environment, including non-target organisms,endangered species, and ground water resources. Bispyribac-sodium is an unregisteredchemical for which EPA has minimal data previously reviewed. Contact: David Deegan.

On May 6, 1999 EPA denied the use of fenoxaprop-ethyl on rice to control Bermuda grass.This request was denied because this formulation of the pesticide included a new andunregistered inert ingredient, for which the Agency does not have adequate amounts ofpreviously reviewed data with which it is able to reach a "reasonable certainty of no harm"finding regarding health effects which may result if this use were to occur. Contact: DavidDeegan.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton tocontrol aphids; April 30, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle June 3, 1999, to June 3, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm June4, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control tobacco budwormJune 18, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on cotton to control beet armyworm June 18,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

California

Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Pesticide Regulation

Crisis : On July 19, 1999, for the use of spinosad on blackeyed beans to controlleafminers. This program ended on October 1, 1999. Contact: AndrewErtman

On November 1, 1999, for the use of paraquat on artichokes to control various weeds andgrasses. This program ended on November 1, 2000. Contact: LibbyPemberton

Specific : EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley to control barleystripe rust; April 9, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of carfentrazone-ethyl on rice to control California arrowheadand Ricefield bulrush; April 22, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton to control aphids;April 30, 1999, to October 15, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on pistachios to control Alternaria late blight andBotryosphaeria panicle and shoot blight; May 4, 1999, to September 15, 1999. Contact:Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of hexythiazox on cotton to control various spider mites; May 6,1999, to August 1, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on tomatoes to control late blight;May 20, 1999, to May 19, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of avermectin on basil to control leafminer; June 15, 1999, toSeptember 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetles; July 23, 1999, to July 20, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on turnip greens and garden beets to controlaphids; August 30, 1999, to August 6, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of avermectin on celeriac to control two spotted spider mite;September 10, 1999, to September 10, 2000. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

EPA authorized the use of carboxin on onion seed to control onion smut; September 30,1999, to May 31, 2000. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of cyromazine on onion seed to control onion maggots; October 5,1999, to May 31, 2000. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of paraquat on artichokes to control various weeds and grasses;November 3, 1999, to November 3, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on garlic to control garlic rust; November 4,1999, to July 3, 2000. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of spinosad on agricultural commodities to control exotic fruitflies in quarantine certification programs throughout the State; November 8, 1999, toNovember 8, 2002. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on strawberries to control whiteflies; December24, 1999, to December 23, 2000. Contact: Andrea Beard

Colorado

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of lambda-cyhalothrin on barley to control theRussian wheat aphid; May 13, 1999, to June 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control various nightshade speciesand velvetleaf; June 1, 1999, to July 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on dry beans to control rust; July 1, 1999, toAugust 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetles; July 23, 1999, to July 20, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 21, 1999, to September 17, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Connecticut

Department of Environmental Protection

Specific : EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to controlmummy berry disease; March 15, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle September 2, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Delaware

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of chlorpropham on spinach to controlchickweed; March 1, 1999, to March 5, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetle; March 24, 1999, to March 24, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

Florida

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Crisis : On January 15, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on lychee to controlLychee webworm. This program is expected to end on March 1, 2000. Contact: BarbaraMadden

On March 2, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on longan to control Lychee webworm.This program is expected to end on March 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

On May 19, 1999, for the use of naled in bait stations to control Oriental fruit fly. Thisprogram is expected to end on September 9, 2000. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

Quarantine : EPA authorized the use of naled in bait stations to control theOriental fruit fly; September 9, 1999, to September 9, 2002. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on lychee to control Lychee webworm; March 4,1999, to March 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on longan to control Lychee webworm; March 4,1999, to March 4, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on strawberries to control powdery mildew;March 18, 1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredients fludioxoniland cyprodinil on strawberries to control gray mold; April 8, 1999, to May 15, 1999. Contact:Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on citrus to control the citrus leafminer and browncitrus aphid; July 1, 1999, to June 30, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on legume vegetables Crop Group 6 to controlsilverleaf whitefly; September 27, 1999, to September 27, 2000. Contact: Andrea Beard

Georgia

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

Hawaii

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on watermelon to controlpowdery mildew; May 8, 1999, to May 7, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

Idaho

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On March 15, 1999, for the seed treatment use of fosetyl-Al on peas tocontrol downy mildew. This program ended on June 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On June 23, 1999, for the use of cymoxanil on hops to control downy mildew. Thisprogram ended on September 10, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; February 1, 1999, to February 1, 2000. Contact: BarbaraMadden

EPA authorized the seed treatment use of fosetyl-Al on peas to control downy mildew;March 29, 1999, to June 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley to control barley stripe rust; April 23,1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control various nightshade speciesand velvetleaf; May 1, 1999, to July 1, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed and kochia; May 1,1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of paraquat dichloride on green peas grown for seed and dry peasto control weeds; May 25, 1999, to November 30, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;June 10, 1999, to June 10, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of trifloxystrobin on hops to control powdery mildew; June 28,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: Dave Deegan

EPA authorized the use of cyhexatin on hops to control Two-spotted spider mites; July 1,1999, to September 20, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of difenoconazole on sweet corn seed to control damping-off anddie-back diseases; September 3, 1999, to September 3, 2000. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 8, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of flufenacet on wheat to control Italian ryegrass or annualryegrass; October 4, 1999, to June 30, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Illinois

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; April 20, 1999, to April 20, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of fomesafen on snap beans to control weeds; June 25, 1999, toAugust 31, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on apples to control the tufted apple bud moth;July 15, 1999, to August 31, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Indiana

Office of Indiana State Chemist

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; April 5, 1999, to April 5, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed; May 1, 1999, toDecember 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Iowa

Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; March 9, 1999, to March 8, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Kansas

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On June 11, 1999, for the use of metsulfuron-methyl on sorghum tocontrol weeds. This program ended on August 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

On August 18, 1999, for the use of bifenthrin on sorghum grown for seed to control Banksgrass mite. This program ended on September 2, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

Denial : On May 5, 1999 EPA denied the use of propazine on sorghum to controlbroadleaf weeds. This request was denied because aggregate risk from the triazine herbicidesexceeds the level the Agency considers to represent "a reasonable certainty of no harm."Contact: Steve Schaible.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on dry beans to control rust;June 1, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of metsulfuron-methyl on sorghum to control weeds; June 11,1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on grain sorghum to control sorghum ergot; July31, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

Kentucky

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; October 28, 1999, to October 28, 2000. Contact: BarbaraMadden

Louisiana

Department of Agriculture and Forestry

Crisis : On May 4, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on rice to control fallarmyworm. This program ended on September 1, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

On June 4, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on sweet potatoes to control the beetarmyworm. This program ended on October 31, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

On June 23, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on pasture land to control fall armyworms. This program ended on October 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

On July 14, 1999, for the use of azoxystrobin on soybeans to control aerial blight. Thisprogram ended on August 30, 1999. Contact: Jacqueline Gwaltney

On July 17, 1999, for the use of tebufenozide on soybeans to control fall armyworms. Thisprogram ended on August 2, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Denial : On August 23, 1999 EPA denied the use of clomazone on sugarcane tocontrol Bermudagrass. This request was denied because EPA's review concluded that thesituation was not an emergency. Weed control has become somewhat more problematic astotal acreage in cultivation has increased, however this does not constitute an "urgent andnon-routine" situation. Contact: David Deegan.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; March 5, 1999, to March 5, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton to control aphids;March 15, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of maleic hydrazide on rice to control red rice; June 1, 1999, toSeptember 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm;June 18, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 18,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of azoxystrobin on soybean to control aerial blight; July 1, 1999,to August 30, 1999. Contact: Jacqueline Gwaltney

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on sweet potatoes to control the beet armyworm;July 16, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control tobacco budworm;August 3, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on pasture land to control fall army worms;September 17, 1999, to October 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Maine

Department of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Resources

Specific : EPA authorized the use of oxyfluorfen on strawberries to control fieldpansy and wood sorrel; October 15, 1998 to October 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to control mummy berry disease;April 15, 1999, to June 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle August 11, 1999, to August 5, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Maryland

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On July 7, 1999, for the use of fenpropathrin on soybean to control two-spotted spider mites. This program ended on September 30, 1999. Contact: JacquelineGwaltney

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; February 18, 1999, to February 17, 2000. Contact: BarbaraMadden

EPA authorized the use of chlorpropham on spinach to control chickweed; March 1, 1999,to March 5, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on tomatoes to control late blight;June 3, 1999, to June 3, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of metolachlor on spinach to control weeds; July 9, 1999, to April30, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of fenpropathrin in soybeans to control two-spotted spider mite;July 15, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Jacqueline Gwaltney

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

Massachusetts

Department of Food and Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to controlmummy berry disease; April 22, 1999, to June 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of pyridaben on cranberry to control Southern red mites; May 13,1999, to August 31, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of spinosad on cranberries to control sparganothis fruitworm; May24, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle June 3, 1999, to June 3, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Michigan

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; April 9, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on wheat to control Fusarium head blight; May6, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on asparagus to control asparagus rust; May 13,1999, to November 1, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;June 18, 1999, to June 18, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of fomesafen on snap beans to control redroot pigweed andpuncturevine; June 25, 1999, to August 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to November 1, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of triazamate on sugar beets to control root aphids; July 30, 1999,to September 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

Minnesota

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On July 7, 1999, for the use of glufosinate-ammonium on sweet corn tocontrol weeds. This program ended on July 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on imidazolinone tolerant canola to control wildmustard; March 8, 1999, to July 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of ethalfluralin on canola to control kochia; March 30, 1999, toDecember 31, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tetraconazole on sugarbeets to control cercospora leaf spot;April 7, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley and wheat to control Fusarium headblight; April 9, 1999, to August 25, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control various nightshade speciesand velvetleaf; May 1, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;June 10, 1999, to June 10, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on dry beans to control rust; June 20, 1999, toAugust 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 9, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Mississippi

Department of Agriculture and Commerce

Crisis : On August 12, 1999, for the use of spinosad on soybeans to controlcaterpillars. This program ended on August 27, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Denial : On July 2, 1999 EPA denied the use of fipronil on cotton to control thetarnished plant bug. This request was denied because effective registered pesticides areavailable and significant economic losses are not expected even under high pest pressure.Contact: Andrew Ertman.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; January 25, 1999, to January 25, 2000. Contact: BarbaraMadden

EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton to control aphids;March 15, 1999, to September 15, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm andtobacco budworm; June 4, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide in cotton to control beet armyworm; June 18,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

Missouri

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton tocontrol aphids; July 9, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetle; September 29, 1999, to September 29, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Montana

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On May 4, 1999, for the use of azoxystrobin on sugar beets to controlrhizoctonia crown and root rot. This program ended on July 1, 1999. Contact: JacquelineGwaltney

On August 19, 1999, for the use of lambda-cyhalothrin on canola to control lygus bugs.This program ended on September 2, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Denial : On May 25, 1999 EPA denied the use of dimethenamid on sugar beets tocontrol hairy nightshade and redroot pigweed. This request was denied based on thedetermination that situation is routine, not urgent, and nor are growers likely to suffer fromsignificant economic losses if the request is denied. Contact: Barbara Madden.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites; February 18, 1999, to February 18, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of ethalfluralin on canola to control kochia; March 30, 1999, toDecember 31, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control various nightshade speciesand velvetleaf; May 1, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed and kochia; May 1,1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of azoxystrobin on sugar beets to control rhizoctonia crown androot rot; May 1, 1999, to July 1, 1999. Contact: Jacqueline Gwaltney

EPA authorized the use of lambda-cyhalothrin on canola to control flea beetles; May 18,1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of paraquat dichloride on dry peas to control weeds; May 25, 1999,to November 30, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of triazamate on sugar beets to control root aphids; July 30, 1999,to September 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 10, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Nebraska

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; March 12, 1999, to March 12, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on dry beans to control rust; June 15, 1999, toAugust 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of triazamate on sugar beets to control root aphids; July 30, 1999,to August 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of imazapic-ammonium on pastureland/rangeland including landin the Conservation Reserve Program to control leafy spurge; August 30, 1999, to August 30,2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 10, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Nevada

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on garlic to control garlic rust;May 19, 1999, to June 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 21, 1999, to September 17, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

New Hampshire

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to controlmummy berry disease; April 1, 1999, to August 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

New Jersey

Department of Environmental Protection

Crisis : On April 8, 1999, for the use of propiconazole on blueberries to controlmummy berry disease. This program ended on June 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

Specific : EPA authorized the use of chlorpropham on spinach to controlchickweed; March 1, 1999, to March 5, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetle; March 10, 1999, to March 9, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to control mummy berry; April 22,1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on blueberries to control blueberry aphids; May14, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on blueberries to control the oriental beetle; May14, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of imidacloprid on cranberries to control the cranberry rootworm;May 14, 1999, to September 1, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on tomatoes to control late blight;June 3, 1999, to June 3, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

New Mexico

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on grain sorghum to controlsorghum ergot; June 1, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 18,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

New York

Department of Environmental Conservation

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; March 9, 1999, to March 8, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of desmedipham on garden beets to control broadleaf weeds; April27, 1999, to July 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

North Carolina

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On September 20, 1999, for the use of cyfluthrin and permethrin onlivestock carcasses to control blowflies. Severe flooding from Hurricane Floyd gave rise to thispublic health crisis. This program ended on October 20, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

Denial : On July 2, 1999 EPA denied the use of clopyralid on apples to controlclover. This request was denied based on the determination that the request does not meet thecriteria of an emergency in accordance with 40 CFR section 166.3d. Contact: Barbara Madden.

On August 18, 1999 EPA denied the use of fluazinam on peanuts to control Sclerotiniablight. This request was denied because at this time the Agency's is not able to reach a"reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding health effects which may result if this use wereto occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this time to conclude that there will not be unacceptableadverse effects to the environment, including non-target organisms, endangered species, andground water resources. Fluazinam is an unregistered chemical for which EPA has minimal datapreviously reviewed. Contact: Barbara Madden.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; February 19, 1999, to February 19, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

North Dakota

Department of Agriculture

Denial : On September 27, 1999, EPA denied the use of ethalfluralin on crambeto control kochia. This request was denied based on the determination that the describedsituation is routine and chronic, and does not therefore meet the established criteria underwhich EPA grants emergency exemptions. Contact: David Deegan

Crisis : On June 25, 1999, for the use of clopyralid on flax and crambe to controlcanada thistle and perennial sowthistle. This program ended on July 31, 1999. Contact: LibbyPemberton

On June 18, 1999, for the use of sethoxydim on buckwheat to control volunteer grains andfoxtail. This program ended on July 18, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

On July 8, 1999, for the use of paraquat on dry peas to control weeds. This program endedon September 15, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

On August 6, 1999, for the use of lambda-cyhalothrin on flax to control grasshoppers.This program ended on August 20, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Specific : EPA authorized the use of imazamox on imidazolinone tolerant canolato control wild mustard; March 8, 1999, to July 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetle; March 10, 1999, to March 9, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of ethalfluralin on canola to control kochia; March 30, 1999, toDecember 31, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tetraconazole on sugarbeets to control cercospora leaf spot;April 7, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley and wheat to control Fusarium headblight; April 9, 1999, to August 25, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control various nightshade speciesand velvetleaf; May 1, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on dry beans to control rust; June 20, 1999, toAugust 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 10, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Ohio

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; April 26, 1999, to February 26, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on caneberries to control orange rust; May 28,1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Dave Deegan

EPA authorized the use of oxyfluorfen on strawberries to control broadleaf weeds; June20, 1999, to December 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

Oklahoma

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On June 28, 1999, for the use of metsulfuron-methyl on sorghum tocontrol weeds. This program ended on September 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

On September 3, 1999, for the use of bifenthrin on peanuts to control Banks grass mites.This program ended on October 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

Denial : On August 18, 1999 EPA denied the use of fluazinam on peanuts tocontrol Sclerotinia blight. This request was denied because at this time the Agency's is not ableto reach a "reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding health effects which may result ifthis use were to occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this time to conclude that there will not beunacceptable adverse effects to the environment, including non-target organisms, endangeredspecies, and ground water resources. Fluazinam is an unregistered chemical for which EPA hasminimal data previously reviewed. Contact: Barbara Madden.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton tocontrol aphids; March 15, 1999, to October 15, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm June4, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on grain sorghum to control sorghum ergot;June 15, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 18,1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of metsulfuron-methyl on sorghum to control weeds; June 28,1999, to September 15, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of dicloran on peanuts to control Sclerotinia blight; July 15,1999, to October 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hivebeetles; July 23, 1999, to July 20, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on peanuts to control beet armyworm; July 30,1999, to October 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Oregon

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On March 26, 1999 for the use of tebuconazole Folicur 3.6 F FoliarFungicide on hops to control powdery mildew. The state had requested a specific exemption forthe use prior to the crisis declaration; the requested expiration date in the specific exemption wasSeptember 1, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

On April 29, 1999 for the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredientsfludioxonil and cyprodinil on caneberries to control gray mold. The state had requested aspecific exemption for the use prior to the crisis declaration; the requested expiration date in thespecific exemption was Septemeber 10, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On May 12, 1999 for the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredientsfludioxonil and cyprodinil on strawberries to control gray mold. The state had requested aspecific exemption for the use prior to the crisis declaration; the requested expiration date in thespecific exemption was July 7, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On July 1, 1999, for the use of cymoxanil on hops to control downy mildew. This programended on September 10, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

Denial : On September 20, 1999 EPA denied the uses of prohexadione calcium onapples and pears to control fire blight. These requests were denied because at this time theAgency's is not able to reach a "reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding healtheffects which may result if this use were to occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this timeto conclude that there will not be unacceptable adverse effects to the environment.Prohexadione Calcium is an unregistered chemical for which EPA has minimal datapreviously reviewed. Contact: Andrea Beard.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites; February 1, 1999, to February 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of ethoprop on baby hops and idle hops to control gardensymphylans; March 24, 1999, to May 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley to control barley stripe rust; April 23,1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed and kochia; May 1,1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on raspberries to control yellow rust; May 18,1999, to November 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of paraquat dichloride on green peas grown for seed and dry peasto control weeds; May 25, 1999, to November 30, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of triazamate on true fir Christmas trees to control root aphids;May 27, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of trifloxystrobin on hops to control powdery mildew; June 28,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: Dave Deegan

EPA authorized the use of fludioxonil on stone fruit to control brown rot, gray mold andRhizopus rot; July 14, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of propyzamide on grasses grown for seed to control grassy weeds;July 15, 1999, to January 20, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredients fludioxoniland cyprodinil on caneberries to control gray mold; July 22, 1999, to September 10, 1999.Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of ethoprop on baby mint to control garden symphylans; August17, 1999, to September 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 8, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of flufenacet on wheat to control Italian ryegrass or annualryegrass; October 4, 1999 through to June 30, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Pennsylvania

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 3, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of oxyfluorfen on strawberries to control field pansy, wood sorreland groundsel; October 15, 1999, to December 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

Rhode Island

Department of Environmental Management

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; May 13, 1999, to May 13, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

South Carolina

Clemson University

Crisis : On April 8, 1999, for the use of the product Switch, containing the activeingredients fludioxonil and cyprodinil on strawberries to control gray mold. This program endedon June 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On May 18, 1999, for the use of fludioxonil on stone fruit to control brown rot. Thisprogram ended on September 1, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mites and small hive beetle; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

South Dakota

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; March 23, 1999, to March 23, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of pendimethalin on mint to control kochia and redroot pigweed;March 31, 1999, to November 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley and wheat to control Fusarium headblight; June 5, 1999, to August 25, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;October 18, 1999, to June 30, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of imazapic-ammonium on pastureland and rangeland to controlleafy spurge; October 25, 1999, to October 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

Tennessee

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On May 28, 1999, for the use of sulfentrazone on cowpeas and limabeans to control hophornbeam copperleaf. This program ended on September 30, 1999.Contact: Barbara Madden

Denial : On April 19, 1999 EPA denied the use of acifluorfen on lima beans,Southern peas, and cowpeas to control hophornbeam copperleaf. This request was deniedbecause at this time, EPA is unable to make the safety finding required under the FoodQuality Protection Act FQPA of 1996. Therefore, tolerances necessary under the FederalFood Drug and Cosmetic Act FFDCA, section 40816 can not be extended. Contact: BarbaraMadden.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mitesand small hive beetle; February 12, 1999, to February 11, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of sulfentrazone on cowpeas and lima beans to controlhophornbeam copperleaf; June 1, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

Texas

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On June 28, 1999, for the use of metsulfuron-methyl on sorghum tocontrol weeds. This program ended on July 12, 1999. Contact: Andrew Ertman

On September 8, 1999 for the use of fenbuconazole on grapefruit to control greasy spot.This program ended on October 1, 1999. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

Denial : On March 9, 1999 EPA denied the use of diclosulam on peanuts to controlweeds. This request was denied because adequate alternatives are available to control the weedsspecified in this request. Contact: Barbara Madden.

On March 12, 1999 EPA denied the use of propazine on sorghum to control broadleafweeds. This request was denied because aggregate risk from the triazine herbicides exceeds thelevel the Agency considers to represent a reasonable certainty of no harm. Contact: SteveSchaible

Specific : EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on wheat to control leaf rust;March 12, 1999, to June 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of carbofuran flowable formulation on cotton to control aphids; March 15, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on grain sorghum to control sorghum ergot; May 19, 1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight; May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of tebufenozide on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 10, 1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of emamectin benzoate on cotton to control beet armyworm;June 10, 1999, to October 1, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of chlorfenapyr on cotton to control beet armyworm; June 14,1999, to September 30, 1999. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle June 28, 1999, to June 28, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of dicloran on peanuts to control Sclerotinia blight; July 1, 1999,to October 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of metolachlor on spinach to control weeds; July 1, 1999, to July1, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to April 15, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of bifenthrin on sorghum grown for seed to control Banks grassmite; August 24, 1999, to August 23, 2000. Contact: Andrea Beard

EPA authorized the use of fenbuconazole on grapefruit to control greasy spot; October 1,1999, to October 1, 2000. Contact: Dan Rosenblatt

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;October 14, 1999, to September 29, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of norflurazon on bermudagrass to control annual grassy weeds;November 9, 1999, to November 9, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

Utah

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamite; June 9, 1999, to June 8, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 30, 1999, to September 21, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Virginia

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Denial : On August 18, 1999 EPA denied the use of fluazinam on peanuts tocontrol Sclerotinia blight. This request was denied because at this time the Agency's is not ableto reach a "reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding health effects which may result ifthis use were to occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this time to conclude that there will not beunacceptable adverse effects to the environment, including non-target organisms, endangeredspecies, and ground water resources. Fluazinam is an unregistered chemical for which EPA hasminimal data previously reviewed. Contact: Barbara Madden.

On September 17, 1999, EPA denied the use of Acibenzolar on tomatoes to controlbacterial diseases. This request was denied because at this time the Agency's is not able toreach a "reasonable certainty of no harm" finding regarding health effects which may resultif this use were to occur. Additionally, EPA is unable at this time to conclude that there willnot be unacceptable adverse effects to the environment. Acibenzolar is an unregisteredchemical for which EPA has minimal data previously reviewed. Contact: Andrea Beard.

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; June 14, 1999, to June 10, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on cucurbit vegetables to control powdery mildew;July 16, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of chlorpropham on spinach to control chickweed; December 1,1999, to April 30, 2000. Contact: David Deegan

Washington

Department of Agriculture

Crisis : On February 26, 1999, for the use of flufenacet on wheat to control Italianryegrass or annual ryegrass . This program ended on May 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

On April 28, 1999, for the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredientsfludioxonil and cyprodinil on caneberries to control gray mold. The state had requested aspecific exemption for the use prior to the crisis declaration; the requested expiration date in thespecific exemption was September 10, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On May 11, 1999, for the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredientsfludioxonil and cyprodinil on strawberries to control gray mold. The state had requested aspecific exemption for the use prior to the crisis declaration; the requested expiration date in thespecific exemption was July 22, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

On July 2, 1999, for the use of imazamox on dry bean to control nightshade andvelvetleaf. This program ended on/is expected to end on August 15 , 1999. Contact: BarbaraMadden

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites and small hive beetle; February 1, 1999, to February 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the seed treatment use of fosetyl-Al on peas to control downy mildew;March 1, 1999, to April 30, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on blueberries to control mummy berry disease;March 15, 1999, to June 10, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on cranberries to control cottonball disease; April19, 1999, to July 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on barley to control barley stripe rust; April 23,1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of myclobutanil on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of tebuconazole on hops to control powdery mildew; April 27,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed and kochia; May 1,1999, to December 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on raspberries to control yellow rust; May 18,1999, to July 1, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of paraquat dichloride on green peas grown for seed and dry peasto control weeds; May 25, 1999, to May 30, 1999. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of triazamate on true fir Christmas trees to control root aphids;May 27, 1999, to October 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of pirimicarb on vegetable seed crops to control aphids; June 18,1999, to September 15, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of trifloxystrobin on hops to control powdery mildew; June 24,1999, to September 22, 1999. Contact: Dave Deegan

EPA authorized the use of cyhexatin on hops to control Two-spotted spider mites; July 1,1999, to September 20, 1999. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans to control nightshade and velvetleaf;July 2, 1999, to August 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of Switch 62.5 WG containing the active ingredients fludioxoniland cyprodinil on caneberries to control gray mold; July 22, 1999, to September 10, 1999.Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 8, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

EPA authorized the use of flufenacet on wheat to control Italian ryegrass or annualryegrass; October 4, 1999, to June 30, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of oxyfluorfen on strawberries to control broadleaf weeds;December 15, 1999, to August 15, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

West Virginia

Department of Agriculture

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa miteand small hive beetle; May 20, 1999, to May 18, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

Wisconsin

Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection

Denial : On May 4, 1999 EPA denied the use of dimethenamid on dry bulb,onions to control annual grasses and broadleaf weeds. This request was denied because thesituation is routine, not urgent, and nor are growers likely to suffer from significant economiclosses if the request is denied. The availability of a new pesticide to control a chronic pest problemdoes not constitute a non-routine condition. Historically, use of hand labor has compensated forinadequate weed control by registered herbicides. Contact: Barbara Madden

Specific : EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroamites; January 1, 1999, to January 1, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propiconazole on cranberries to control cottonball disease; April15, 1999, to July 31, 1999. Contact: Steve Schaible

EPA authorized the use of pyridate on mint to control redroot pigweed; May 1, 1999, toDecember 31, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of glufosinate-ammonium on sweet corn to control weeds; May24, 1999, to July 15, 1999. Contact: Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of propamocarb hydrochloride on potatoes to control late blight;May 25, 1999, to May 25, 2000. Contact: Libby Pemberton

EPA authorized the use of chlorine dioxide on stored potatoes to control late blight;September 9, 1999, to August 31, 2000. Contact: Andrew Ertman

Wyoming

Department of Agriculture

Denial : On May 24, 1999 EPA denied the use of fipronil on rangeland, non-cropland, and CRP land to control grasshoppers. This request was denied because the situation isroutine, not urgent; it was determined that the use of registered alternatives in a RAATs strategywould adequately control rangeland grasshoppers. EPA also has concerns regarding potentialecological risk to non-target organisms from fipronil and its photodegradates. Contact: SteveSchaible

Specific : EPA authorized the use of imazamox on dry beans in Wyoming tocontrol various nightshade species and velvetleaf; June 1, 1999, to July 15, 1999. Contact:Barbara Madden

EPA authorized the use of coumaphos in beehives to control varroa mite and small hivebeetle; September 17, 1999, to September 15, 2000. Contact: Barbara Madden

B. Federal Departments and Agencies

Agriculture Department

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Quarantine : EPA authorized the use of sodium carbonate 4.0% solution onsurfaces potentially exposed to certain animal diseases, including semen containers, aircraft,and structural surfaces at animal import centers, plant inspection stations and ports to controlcertain animal diseases; April 15, 1999, to April 15, 2002. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of sodium carbonate 4.0% solution plus sodium silicate 0.1%solution on aircraft surfaces potentially exposed to certain animal diseases, in or on semencontainers to control certain animal diseases; April 15, 1999, to April 15, 2002. Contact: DavidDeegan

EPA authorized the use of sodium hypochlorite in a solution not to exceed 12.5% onsurfaces potentially exposed to certain animal diseases, and to plant parts or plant materials tocontrol certain animal diseases; April 15, 1999, to April 15, 2002. Contact: David Deegan

EPA authorized the use of sodium hydroxide in a 2.0% solution on exposed surfaces,animal product containers, hay and straw to control certain animal diseases; April 15, 1999, toApril 15, 2002. Contact: David Deegan

Defense Department

Quarantine : EPA authorized the use of paraformaldehyde on biologicalcontainment areas, biological safety cabinets and equipment, and high efficiency particulateair filters in the ventilation system to control the release of infectious microorganisms fromcontainment areas; July 6, 1999, to July 6, 2002. Contact: Libby Pemberton

List of Subjects

Environmental protection, Pesticides and pests.

Dated: January 11, 2000.

James Jones,

Director, Registration Division, Office of Pesticide Programs.

[FR Doc. 00-1546 Filed 1-21-00; 8:45 am]

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