Global Environmental Regulations for Management of Pesticides

The accumulation and prevalence of pesticide residues in soil and aquatic ecosystems creates enormous ecological problems. Nowadays, besides some traditional means of monitoring pesticides residues, several novel and innovative technologies are being applied. Several developed regions have established pesticide risk assessment models which are of great significance for environmental sustainability. Environmental impact assessment of pesticides influences characterization of previously permitted pesticides, approval of new pesticides, and establishment of remediation goals along with maintenance of environmental quality. Pesticide management strategies encompass assorted pest as well as pesticide management strategies. Novel pesticide management tools and techniques with greater reliability are being developed for improved safety and mitigation of adverse pesticide impacts. Pesticide pollution instigated varied global governmental and non-governmental organizations to frame environmental regulations for management and mitigation of pesticide pollution. This chapter provides an overview of global environmental regulations framed for management of pesticides for global environmental safety, human welfare, and sustainable development.