Report of the 17th FAO/WHO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Management

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Report of the 17th FAO/WHO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Management is written by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and published by Food & Agriculture Org.. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 9251397600 (ISBN 10) and 9789251397602 (ISBN 13).

The Report of the 17th FAO/WHO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Management provides a comprehensive overview of the discussions and outcomes of the meeting held in Rome, Italy, and online from 8 to 11 October 2024. The meeting was organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) and focused on various aspects of pesticide management. Key topics included the review of actions taken since the previous meeting, the development of new guidance documents, and the revision of existing guidelines. The meeting also addressed emerging issues in pesticide management, such as the illegal trade of pesticides, online sales, and the application of pesticides by drones. Additionally, the report highlights the importance of risk communication, the management of empty pesticide containers, and the prevention and management of pesticide resistance. The meeting concluded with recommendations for future actions and the planning of new guidance documents. The report serves as a valuable resource for understanding the current state of pesticide management and the collaborative efforts of FAO and WHO in addressing global challenges in this field.