The Global Harmonised Submission Transport Standard (GHSTS) has been published

The first version of the Globally Harmonised Submission and Transport Standard was published May 2014. The GHSTS is a standardised set of technical specifications used to assemble electronic files for any pesticide package in a predefined manner. Once the files are assembled according to the specifications, they can be transferred from a business entity to a regulatory authority and can be extracted for use in a regulatory process.

Report of the OECD/KEMI/EU workshop on microbial pesticides: assessment and management of risks

A report of the 2013 joint OECD/Swedish Chemicals Agency/European Commission workshop on the assessment and management of risks of microbial pesticides that resulted in 20 recommendations for approaches that could be taken now and areas for follow-up work to be undertaken by OECD or Member countries.

Related Documents

• Addendum 1: Report of the OECD/KEMI/EU Workshop on Microbial Pesticides: Assessment and Management of Risks
• Addendum 2: Report of the OECD/KEMI/EU workshop on microbial pesticides: assessment and management of risks
• Addendum 3: Report of the OECD/KEMI/EU workshop on microbial pesticides: assessment and management of risks

Managing pesticide risk to insect pollinators: new website

This website gives information about the regulatory approaches adopted by OECD member countries to mitigate pesticide risks to insect pollinators. Following a survey of OECD member countries, it was concluded that mitigation of risks to insect pollinators is important to all its member countries, and that mitigation is a critical component of balancing the benefits of plant protection products with potential risks to insect pollinators.

Integrated pest management: new website

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in agriculture is high on the agenda in many countries. IPM is about promoting the sustainable use of pesticides in the context of challenges including climate change, increasing demand for food, feed and fibres and pest resistance. OECD has launched the IPM Hub, an online focal point for information on Integrated Pest Management.

Pesticide compliance and enforcement: new website

Safeguarding people’s health and the environment through responsible marketing and use of pesticides in agriculture relies on regulation, and compliance with this regulation. OECD have launched an online resource to help regulators in different countries share their experiences and best practice and to act as a portal for information on pesticide compliance and enforcement.

Rapport du 4ème Séminaire du Groupe de pilotage de l’OCDE sur les bio-pesticides : « Utilisation de Trichoderma spp. dans les produits de protection des plantes : similitudes et différences »

Ce rapport donne une vue d’ensemble des similarités et différences entre espèces et souches au sein du genre Trichoderma. Le cas de ce champignon illustre un grand nombre de questions relatives à l’utilisation de micro-organismes dans la lutte contre les ravageurs.

Related Documents

• Publications on Biopesticides
• Biological Pesticides

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Emission scenario document for wood preservatives

The OECD has published a revision of the 2003 Emission Scenario Document on Wood Preservatives to take into account the experience gained in working with the 2003 ESD. The document has been totally restructured, emission scenarios have been updated and new, niche scenarios have been added. The document is an essential tool for Member countries working in the area of biocidal products assessment.

Related Documents

• Introduction to Emission Scenario Documents

Minor Uses of Pesticides

This page presents information concerning the minor uses of pesticides.

Related Documents

• Publications on Minor Uses of Pesticides

Mesurer les résidus de pesticide dans la viande, le lait, les œufs, etc.

Ce document guide relatif aux études sur les résidus de pesticide décrit les différentes pratiques alimentaires des animaux d’élevage dans les pays de l’OCDE. Les résultats de ces études permettent de mesurer le transfert des résidus à l’animal et d’établir des limites maximales afin que ces résidus ne constituent pas un risque inacceptable pour le consommateur.

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Inventory of recent Environment Policy Briefs, Brochures and Flyers

This inventory includes recent policy briefs, brochures and flyers related to the environment and chemical safety programmes.