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November 2023 PMID 37957659

The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka's short-lived ban.

Tim Dorlach, Sandya Gunasekara

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Peak: 14 in Nov 2023
across 5 sources since Nov 2023

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Nov 2023 – Oct 2025

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What people are saying

Discussions show a strong interest in the case's political and scientific dimensions, with posts emphasizing Sri Lanka's decision as a lesson, using words like 'fascinating' and 'important example,' which reflect curiosity and concern about policy influence and scientific doubt. Engagement is moderate, with some users analyzing the implications of lobbying and economic factors, conveying thoughtful reflection. The overall tone indicates recognition of the case's significance in shaping pesticide regulation debates.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the article's insights into the complexities of glyphosate regulation, showing some support for its conclusions.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, with many mentioning the political, economic, and scientific debates surrounding the ban.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reflect moderate engagement, referencing specific aspects like Sri Lanka's policy reversal and broader implications, indicating thoughtful discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight that this case study influences opinions about pesticide regulation and policies, suggesting a notable but not profound impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The article discusses Sri Lanka's brief and ultimately reversed attempt to ban glyphosate in 2015, motivated by health concerns linking it to a kidney disease, but the ban was reversed due to industry lobbying and scientific doubts.
  • It explores how political decisions, influenced by local advocacy, industry interests, and scientific debates, shaped the rise and fall of the glyphosate ban using theories like the multiple streams framework and policy feedback concepts.
  • The case highlights that although the ban was an early example of pesticide regulation driven by health concerns, economic and scientific factors led to its short-lived nature and policy reversal by 2022.
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Bebel Abençoadora
@bebelecologia.bsky.social · Bluesky

TAVA COZINHANDO e esqueci q saiu video youtu.be/OGXjHtwPky0?...

Sep 25, 2025 · 92 likes · 34 shares View post →
Ed Straw
@EdStrawBio · X

Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed (politically, economically and agriculturally). Interesting read for glyphosate proponents and opponents alike. https://t.co/WTFiYqWhsS

Nov 16, 2023 · 7 likes · 5 shares · 1,221 followers View post →
Globalization and Health
@GHJournal · X

The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban https://t.co/LGMkO3spOV

Nov 14, 2023 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 13,389 followers View post →
Diane Langdon
@diane_idaho · X

@_Regenaissance Interesting discussion of reasons for glyphosates bans … and the lifting of bans … https://t.co/8lxkwVNbJY

Apr 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 533 followers View post →
HomegrownJoan
@JoanElizShields · X

@GMWatch @EPA Politics, lobbying interfere with safety https://t.co/X5OyxpNXlq

Dec 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,771 followers View post →
Don Quijote
@mardexe · X

@Peter_Jelinek Ihr wollt kein Glyphosate, also wollt Ihr Hunger. Ist euch das Beispiel aus Sri Lanka nicht genug? https://t.co/D7QNoXgaNx

Nov 16, 2023 · 2 likes · 613 followers View post →

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Rodrigo Gusmão
@asianbeautybr86.bsky.social · Bluesky

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Prof. Zé Floresta
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Sep 28, 2025 · 1 like View post →
Tântalo Channel
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Sep 26, 2025 · 74 followers View post →
Dog Cético
@DogCetico · X

@toruforevamente @CarolEstevao13 e o governo Lula conciliador bunda mole não fez nada para proibir isso. coquitel de agrotóxico

Sep 25, 2025 · 153 followers View post →
Sabrina {•
@coffeecake5.bsky.social · Bluesky

A bebel tem melhorado a cada vídeo que posta!! ASSISTAM

Sep 25, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share View post →
Bebel Abençoadora
@bebelecologia.bsky.social · Bluesky

TAVA COZINHANDO e esqueci q saiu video youtu.be/OGXjHtwPky0?...

Sep 25, 2025 · 92 likes · 34 shares View post →
Diane Langdon
@diane_idaho · X

@_Regenaissance Interesting discussion of reasons for glyphosates bans … and the lifting of bans … https://t.co/8lxkwVNbJY

Apr 9, 2024 · 3 likes · 533 followers View post →
David Cornish
@barnoolut · X

@eric_jelin88152 @FoodProfessor You might also want to ensure your references are up to date. It's not banned in Sri Lanka anymore. They found out the hard way after the ban almost destroyed their nation https://t.co/4skoZ6a2EB.

Jan 28, 2024 · 1,518 followers View post →
Clarismelda Aquino
@Clarismelda · X

RT @JoanElizShields: @GMWatch @EPA Politics, lobbying interfere with safety https://t.co/X5OyxpNXlq

Jan 28, 2024 · 1 share · 1,688 followers View post →
HomegrownJoan
@JoanElizShields · X

@GMWatch @EPA Politics, lobbying interfere with safety https://t.co/X5OyxpNXlq

Dec 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,771 followers View post →
Marc Pieterse (⧖) @marcpieterse.bsky.social
@PieterseMarc · X

RT @PieterseMarc: The politics of #glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban | Globalization and Health | Full Text h…

Nov 19, 2023 · 1 share · 9,413 followers View post →
Marc Pieterse (⧖) @marcpieterse.bsky.social
@PieterseMarc · X

The politics of #glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban | Globalization and Health | Full Text https://t.co/fzlejqey3S #BanGlyphosate #BanPesticides

Nov 19, 2023 · 1 share · 9,413 followers View post →
Facts not Fearmongering
@marcdraco63 · X

RT @EdStrawBio: Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed…

Nov 17, 2023 · 5 shares · 1,615 followers View post →
Hidde Boersma
@Hiddemhigh · X

RT @EdStrawBio: Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed…

Nov 17, 2023 · 5 shares · 7,510 followers View post →
Sea Witch
@30ASeawitch · X

RT @EdStrawBio: Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed…

Nov 17, 2023 · 5 shares · 2,474 followers View post →
Liza Lockwood
@DrLizaMD · X

RT @EdStrawBio: Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed…

Nov 17, 2023 · 5 shares · 9,816 followers View post →
Don Quijote
@mardexe · X

@Peter_Jelinek Ihr wollt kein Glyphosate, also wollt Ihr Hunger. Ist euch das Beispiel aus Sri Lanka nicht genug? https://t.co/D7QNoXgaNx

Nov 16, 2023 · 2 likes · 613 followers View post →
Simon Maechling
@simonmaechling · X

RT @EdStrawBio: Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed…

Nov 16, 2023 · 5 shares · 26,150 followers View post →
Ed Straw
@EdStrawBio · X

Really great deep dive into Sri Lanka's ill-fated ban on glyphosate. It's a history of how it came about and why it failed (politically, economically and agriculturally). Interesting read for glyphosate proponents and opponents alike. https://t.co/WTFiYqWhsS

Nov 16, 2023 · 7 likes · 5 shares · 1,221 followers View post →
Nicholas Osborne
@nosborne36 · X

RT @GHJournal: The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban https://t.co/LGMkO3spOV

Nov 15, 2023 · 3 shares · 1,121 followers View post →
Eric Ssegujja
@ssega2001 · X

RT @GHJournal: The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban https://t.co/LGMkO3spOV

Nov 15, 2023 · 3 shares · 1,148 followers View post →
Globalization and Health
@GHJournal · X

The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka’s short-lived ban https://t.co/LGMkO3spOV

Nov 14, 2023 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 13,389 followers View post →
MOIZ ESUFALLY
@moizesufally · X

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Nov 13, 2023 · 332 followers View post →
MOIZ ESUFALLY
@moizesufally · X

The politics of glyphosate regulation: lessons from Sri Lanka's short-lived ban - https://t.co/KMOST88Orr #GoogleAlerts

Nov 13, 2023 · 332 followers View post →