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Pesticide application in agricultural areas

Pesticide application in agricultural areas

In agriculture, pesticides are primarily used to protect crops from insects, weeds and disease.

Rules governing application in agricultural environment

To limit the impact of pesticides on health and the environment, the requirements governing their use must be met.

Understanding agronomic prescription

In agricultural settings, the use of certain pesticides is prohibited unless prior agronomic prescription is obtained.

Keep a pesticide use register

Agricultural producers must maintain a register of the pesticides they apply or cause to be applied.

Reducing the use of pesticides

As an agricultural producer or contract applicator, you have several tools at your disposal to reduce and the use of pesticides and reduce the risk of pesticides to health and the environment.

Last update: February 23, 2023