Risk reduction in pesticide application - A conceptual framework
File(s)
Accepted version
Author(s)
Matthews,, GA
Clayton, J
Bals, T
Matthews, GA
Type
Conference Paper
Abstract
Pesticides are heavily criticised by environmental groups and others who argue that their
inefficient application pollutes our environment. They are, however, still essential to support
food production and human well being. The complex process of transferring a pesticide
from a container to the biological target requires a holistic approach to look at all sources
of pesticide losses to reduce risks in application. As the majority of pesticides are applied
as sprays, a conceptual framework of the spray application process from spray planning
(e.g. dose selection, timing, treatment plan), mixing, filling and cleaning, spray atomisation,
transport and deposition, weathering and run off is considered. This is an attempt to help
identify those areas of the spray application process of most importance for the protection
of the environment and human health.
inefficient application pollutes our environment. They are, however, still essential to support
food production and human well being. The complex process of transferring a pesticide
from a container to the biological target requires a holistic approach to look at all sources
of pesticide losses to reduce risks in application. As the majority of pesticides are applied
as sprays, a conceptual framework of the spray application process from spray planning
(e.g. dose selection, timing, treatment plan), mixing, filling and cleaning, spray atomisation,
transport and deposition, weathering and run off is considered. This is an attempt to help
identify those areas of the spray application process of most importance for the protection
of the environment and human health.
Date Issued
2016-01-13
Date Acceptance
2016-01-13
Citation
Aspects of Applied Biology, 132, pp.169-176
ISSN
0265-1491
Publisher
Association of Applied Biologists
Start Page
169
End Page
176
Journal / Book Title
Aspects of Applied Biology
Volume
132
Copyright Statement
The definitive version will be available at www.blackwell-synergy.com
Source
International Advances in Pesticide Application
Publication Status
Accepted
Start Date
2016-01-13
Coverage Spatial
Barcelona