The Pesticide Victims Compensation Fund (FIVP) received a record number of compensation requests in 2025, totaling 1,044—6.8 percent more than in 2024. This increase was reported in the fund’s annual activity report, published on Friday, September 4. The rise highlights growing awareness and recognition of health issues linked to pesticide exposure among workers and their families. Of these cases, 1,024 involved professionals who had been exposed to pesticides, while 20 concerned children who were exposed during the prenatal period. The approval rate for adult cases was 81.5 percent, while the rate for children's cases was 72.7 percent. Most professional victims are from the agricultural sector, making up 94 percent of the cases. These individuals are primarily engaged in mixed farming, large-scale farming, and viticulture—sectors where pesticide use is common. The victims are predominantly men (92.5 percent) and mostly retired, indicating that many have already left the workforce but continue to face health challenges linked to their past exposure. Among the health conditions reported, prostate cancer accounted for 43.3 percent of all requests, followed by Parkinson’s disease and various malignant blood disorders. Antoine Lambert, president of the Phyto-Victimes association, noted that these figures confirm the legitimacy of efforts to support pesticide-exposed victims and help bring their struggles into the public eye. However, the association has raised concerns about the financial stability of the FIVP. For the first time since the fund’s creation in 2020, the taxes collected from pesticide manufacturers were insufficient to cover the compensation costs. As a result, the FIVP had to use its reserves to continue operating. This situation raises questions about the long-term sustainability of the program and the need for increased funding to support those affected by pesticide exposure.