RISE
RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) is the national trade association representing manufacturers, formulators, distributors, and other industry leaders involved with specialty pesticides and fertilizers. We serve as the collective voice of the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry.
Our Vision
To support the creation of inspiring and healthy places to live, work, and play
Our Mission
Promote and advance the specialty pest management and plant health industries through collaboration, representation, and advocacy
Public Health
Responsible pesticide use contributes to the well-being of our citizens and our communities by combating pests that spread disease such as West Nile virus, Zika virus and Lyme disease, among others.
Responsible pesticide and fertilizer use creates ideal environments for trees and plants to thrive, contributing to public well-being by reducing stress, encouraging physical activity and promoting outdoor recreation.
Environment
Our land, water and wildlife are arguably our nation’s most precious resources and need responsible maintenance to thrive.
Specialty pesticide and fertilizer products – used responsibly – encourage the best from these critical resources by helping control invasive species, enhancing tree and plant growth, creating firebreaks, protecting wildlife, and promoting healthy landscapes and gardens.
Quality of Life
Specialty pesticides and fertilizers, backed by science, improve our quality of life. They protect us from pests that spread disease.
They provide playable, natural athletic fields and green spaces for us and our children. They protect and enhance aquatic environments for humans and wildlife.
Our Core Initiatives
Advocacy
On behalf of the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry, we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to address evolving legislative and regulatory challenges and opportunities. Learn more →
Regulation
As a highly regulated industry, we fully support a predictable, credible, and efficient regulatory process within the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Pesticide Programs. Learn more →
Research & Education
We amplify the collective voice of our industry, making it easy to access consistent, powerful messaging about the value of our industry. Learn more →
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