The International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management

The International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management provides a framework which will guide government regulators, the private sector, civil society and other stake holders on best practice in managing pesticides. This version incorporates public health pesticides and vector control to broaden the scope of the Code of Conduct beyond agricultural pesticides. It gives greater attention to health and environmental aspects of pesticides, updates a number of definitions and terms and aligns guidance in several technical areas with developments in international chemicals management. Through effective implementation of The International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management a significant reduction of risks to health and to the environment from pesticides can be achieved, while improving the productivity, sustainability and livelihoods of farmers everywhere.