Question

Find out good practices of use of pesticides.

Answer 1

• Prefer prevention, integrated pest management and herbal or biological controls where suitable; use pesticides only when needed.
• Read and follow the product label, approved crop, dose, timing and safety instructions; never exceed the prescribed amount.
• Wear the recommended protective equipment and avoid inhaling spray or allowing contact with skin and eyes.
• Do not spray near food, water sources, children, pregnant people or animals; observe the required waiting period before harvest.
• Store pesticides in their original labelled containers, locked away from children and food. Dispose of containers safely; never reuse them for food or water.