Law on the use of plant protection products in agriculture.

Subject

Agricultural & rural development, Cultivated plants

Keyword

Integrated pest management-IPM/pest management strategies Inspection Access-to-information Offences/penalties Pesticides Plant protection

Geographical area

Alps, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Western Europe

Abstract

The present Law lays down provisions relating to the use of plant protection substances in agriculture. Its particular aim is the protection of human life and health, as well as of the environment from harmful effects resulting from the processing, handling and putting into circulation of certain products. To such purpose, producers must ensure compliance with the Act. The text deals with the following issues: sphere of application, definition of terms, user of plant production products, application of pesticides, appliances to ensure plant protection, access to information, inspection, exceptions, penalties, transitional provisions and implementation of EU-directives, The Law consists of 13 articles.

Full text

German

Website

www.ris.bka.gv.at

References - Legislation

Implements

Chemicals Act 1996.

Legislation | Austria | 1997 (2020)

Keyword: Classification/declassification, Cleaning agents/detergents, Consumer protection, Data collection/reporting, Hazardous substances, Hazardous waste, Institution, Internal trade, International trade, Ozone layer, Pesticides, Pollution control, Protection of environment, Risk assessment/management, Waste disposal, Basic legislation, Registration, Packaging/labelling, Inspection, Royalties/fees, Sustainable use, Offences/penalties, International organization, Public health, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX