UNEP/FAO/WHO - Synthesis Report on the Environmental and Health Impacts of Pesticides and Fertilizers and ways to minimize them [2022]
Description:
The report is a comprehensive review of information on the environmental and health effects and potential impacts of pesticides and fertilizers. Information is provided on (i) global drivers, actors and policies shaping their use; (ii) environmental and health effects; (iii) social and economic impact; (iv) minimizing the adverse impacts; and (v) actions to be taken.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided is useful to support environmental health decision making regarding pesticides and fertilizers. It aims to enable further advocacy actions to be taken by stakeholders to minimize the adverse impacts of pesticides and fertilizers. Opportunities are identified to minimize environmental and health impacts, including proven and innovative approaches.
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