Syngenta will phase out paraquat from Australia by 2027. The chemical now faces stronger rules. The Swiss firm says sales will cease once existing stocks are exhausted.

A warning labels the herbicide now. Death or severe harm can follow tiny amounts. Farmers and bystanders are in danger. Canberra’s regulator took action after years of warnings.

Many countries already banned paraquat. Health groups called for a block on sales. No new shipments will reach after 2027.