List Of Banned Agrochemicals In Uganda
A “Banned” pesticide is defined as a pesticide for which all registered uses have been prohibited by final EPA action to protect human health or the environment. It includes pesticides that have been refused approval for first-time use or have been withdrawn by industry.
Here are the List Of Banned Agrochemicals In Uganda
What pesticides have been banned in Uganda?
Four pesticides, carbofuran, dichlorvos, fenitrothion (insecticides) and gramoxone (herbicide) have been banned from use in Uganda.
Is Furadan banned?
The Environmental Protection Agency issued a final rule Monday banning the use of the pesticide carbofuran on food crops, saying it poses an unacceptable health risk, especially to children. The insecticide, sold under the brand name Furadan, has been under EPA review for years.
What are the 3 benefits of pesticides?
Disinfectants to control germs and microbes such as bacteria and viruses. Fungicides to control fungal problems like molds, mildew, and rust. Herbicides to kill or inhibit the growth of unwanted plants, also known as weeds. Insecticides to control insects.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using agrochemicals?
Discuss advantages and disadvantages in using synthetic agrichemicals in forage production
| Advantages of Using Agrichemicals (Benefits) | Disadvantages of Using Agrichemicals (Risks) |
|---|---|
| Higher Crop Yields | Contamination of crop products with harmful chemical residues |
| Higher Crop Quality | Contamination of soils and groundwater |
What is a benefit of synthetic pesticides?
Synthetic pesticides are readily available and have a longer shelf life than most organics.
This can relieve the grower of the necessity of relying on time-sensitive purchases and applications of pesticides.