Act relative to spreading of pesticides over forestry land. Country/Territory Sweden Document type Legislation Date 1984 (1999) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Forestry, Land & soil Keyword Forestry protection measures Pollution control Pesticides Geographical area Europe, European Union Countries, Northern Europe Abstract This Act prohibits the use of pesticides on forestland and the treatment of single tree trunks, except for the control of a disease specified in section 1. Certain exceptions are allowed for scientific purposes and under control of the Forest Protection Council. Municipal councils may restrict use further in their respective territories. Specific provisions regarding registration of pesticides and their use shall be issued pursuant to section 5. Other provisions deal with offences and appeal aga Full text Swedish Website www.jit.se