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| Overview |
| Land Selection |
| Crop Selection |
| Seed Selection |
| Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) |
| Environmental Protection |
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SAFE USE OF AGROCHEMICALS
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Supply farmers with chemicals in the quantities required Supply appropriate application equipment (sprayers, buckets etc) Supply protective clothing (overalls, gloves, boots, masks) Train farmers in use of the chemicals and equipment Ensure all issues and applications are accurately recorded Ensure unused chemicals and equipment are safely stored Ensure used containers are safely disposed of |
Use only approved agrochemicals Use recommended application equipment, procedures and protective clothing Apply no more chemical than the minimum quantity required Spray chemical directly on to the affected parts of the plants Spray only when conditions are suitable (wind speed low so that chemical is not dispersed, pollinating insects not flying, etc.) Do not spray beyond the approved pre-harvest interval Store unused agrochemicals and equipment safely Keep accurate records of all agrochemical applications |
Related information: pest and disease control websites
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Natural
Resources Institute 2003