World Directory of Pesticide Control Organizations

This reference work has been designed for international organizations and authorities, pesticide manufacturers and traders, the food industry, consumer and environmental groups and anyone else who requires information on the control of pesticides. It provides a complete directory of associations and programmes in the field of pesticide control on a world-wide basis. Since agricultural products now move so easily and rapidly across international boundaries, it is important for information to be available on who is responsible for pesticide control in different countries. This directory aims to answer questions such as: Who is responsible for pesticide registration in Denmark? Which organization sets pesticide residue levels in Australia? Where is food analysis carried out in Japan? The directory has been arranged alphabetically by country and where possible includes full contact details. In addition, the book contains chapters covering the overall benefits and dangers associated with pesticides and urges the use of sensible agricultural practices to avoid pesticide residues in food.