The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG), North American Miller’s Association (NAMA), and American Bakers Association (ABA) jointly responded to recent statements by Florida officials regarding glyphosate in bread products, reaffirming the safety of the nation’s food supply.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis, and State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo recently announced findings from the Healthy Florida First initiative, reporting glyphosate detected in six of eight bread products tested by the Florida Department of Health. The announcement followed earlier testing of infant formula and candy products for heavy metals and pesticides.
“Our nation’s farmers, millers and bakers proudly serve families and communities as they champion safe, consistent, accessible and affordable bread,” the groups said in a joint statement. They stressed that food safety remains the top priority at every stage — from grain growing to flour milling to bread baking.
The statement criticized Healthy Florida First’s announcement for unnecessarily alarming consumers about trace glyphosate levels that pose no genuine risk. Glyphosate is regulated and continuously reviewed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure safety for all consumers, including children.
“Bread products remain safe,” the groups emphasized, supporting transparent and nationally consistent standards that protect consumers without undermining confidence in food safety and accessibility.
The associations pledged to continue working with federal regulators to ensure food safety policies remain grounded in national scientific consensus, cautioning against isolated testing results that distort public understanding and undermine trust.
