A recent analysis reveals that glyphosate, a contested herbicide, remains prevalent among Dutch farmers, with 90% utilization in arable farming. This chemical is applied alarmingly close to elementary schools and nature reserves, raising concerns over exposure risks, especially for children. As debates continue about its environmental impacts and potential health risks, including cancer, a parliamentary discussion may address a possible ban. Despite glyphosate’s approval in the Netherlands, some provinces are enforcing local bans, prompting calls for buffer zones to protect residential areas from agricultural chemicals.