Area
Canada
Commodity Group
Oilseeds, oils and meals
Commodity
Neonicotinoids
Date
01/04/2019
Policy Category
Other
Policy Instrument
Pesticide regulation
Description
Determined that seed treatments with three pesticides belonging to the neonicotinoids group would continue to be allowed, while existing restrictions for other permitted uses, prohibition of selected applications, and maximum residue limits would remain in place.
Notes
Based on its latest re-evaluation of risks to pollinators, Canadas Pest Management Regulatory Agency determined that seed treatments with three pesticides belonging to the neonicotinoids group would continue to be allowed. At the same time, restrictions for other permitted uses, prohibition of selected applications, and maximum residue limits would remain in place. (See also MPPU Oct.18)
