Chemical Pesticide Markets Health Risks And Residues

Author : Jeremy Harris
Publisher : CABI
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780851994765

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Chemical Pesticide Markets, Health Risks and Residues by Jeremy Harris Pdf

During recent decades, there has been a steady increase in the use of chemical pesticides in both developed and developing countries. This has caused widespread concern about their impact on human health and on the environment. This is particularly the case in less developed countries which may lack appropriate resources to minimize the risks and rectify problems. The purpose of this book is to provide a review of:information on the scale of manufacture, import, export and use of chemical pesticides; examples of direct risks to human welfare in terms of acute poisonings caused by occupational exposure and pesticide residues in food; examples of problems with the storage of obsolete stocks of pesticides in developing countries. The focus is on acute problems in developing countries, particularly in Latin America, Asia and Africa, but some information is also provided about developed countries.

Author : Denis Hamilton,Stephen Crossley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2004-03-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780471489917

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Pesticide Residues in Food and Drinking Water by Denis Hamilton,Stephen Crossley Pdf

This book explores human exposure and consumer risk assessment in response to issues surrounding pesticide residues in food and drinking water. All the three main areas of consumer risk assessment including human toxicology, pesticide residue chemistry and dietary consumption are brought together and discussed. Includes the broader picture - the environmental fate of pesticides Takes an international approach with contributors from the European Union, USA and Australia Highlights the increasing concerns over food safety and the risks to humans

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Pesticides in the Diets of Infants and Children
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1993-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309048750

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Pesticides in the Diets of Infants and Children by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on Pesticides in the Diets of Infants and Children Pdf

Many of the pesticides applied to food crops in this country are present in foods and may pose risks to human health. Current regulations are intended to protect the health of the general population by controlling pesticide use. This book explores whether the present regulatory approaches adequately protect infants and children, who may differ from adults in susceptibility and in dietary exposures to pesticide residues. The committee focuses on four major areas: Susceptibility: Are children more susceptible or less susceptible than adults to the effects of dietary exposure to pesticides? Exposure: What foods do infants and children eat, and which pesticides and how much of them are present in those foods? Is the current information on consumption and residues adequate to estimate exposure? Toxicity: Are toxicity tests in laboratory animals adequate to predict toxicity in human infants and children? Do the extent and type of toxicity of some chemicals vary by species and by age? Assessing risk: How is dietary exposure to pesticide residues associated with response? How can laboratory data on lifetime exposures of animals be used to derive meaningful estimates of risk to children? Does risk accumulate more rapidly during the early years of life? This book will be of interest to policymakers, administrators of research in the public and private sectors, toxicologists, pediatricians and other health professionals, and the pesticide industry.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Health and the Environment
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : UOM:39015042697501

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Safety of Pesticides in Food by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Energy and Commerce. Subcommittee on Health and the Environment Pdf

Abstract: This hearing addresses the Safety of Pesticides in Food Act of 1991. This bill addresses the persistent problem of pesticide residues in foods, as pesticides are the major chemical hazard in the food supply.

Author : Graham Matthews
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781405172981

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Pesticides by Graham Matthews Pdf

Over the last five decades pesticides have undoubtedly helped toincrease agricultural production and control vectors of disease,however the environmental impact of long term agro-chemical use hasbeen cause for concern along with the effects on human health. In Pesticides, Graham Matthews begins by looking at thedevelopmental history of pesticides, and how crop protection wasachieved before they were in use, how pesticides are registered foruse and what happens to pesticides in food and the environment.Pesticide application and operator safety is investigated and thefuture of pesticides in light of the development of geneticallymodified crops is explored. Provides commercially important information for theagro-chemical industry Addresses all aspects of public concern relating to humanhealth and the environment, including spray drift, bystander,resident and worker exposure Looks at the future of pesticides in light of the increasingprevalence of genetically modified crops Collecting together the most recent research in the area in asingle volume, this book is a vital resource for agriculturalscientists, agronomists, plant scientists, plant pathologists,entomologists, environmental scientists, public health personnel,toxicologists, crop protection personnel and all those involved inthe agrochemical industry and government pesticide registration andlegislation.

Author : Barbara Dinham
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105004433822

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The Pesticide Hazard by Barbara Dinham Pdf

Background to pesticide hazards, regulations and trade of pesticides, health and safety, environment and alternatives are discussed in the first part of this book. The second part contains country report of Brazil, Costa Rica,Ecuador, Paraquay, Venezuela, Egypt, South Africa, India, and Malaysia. In a final chapter conclusions are drawn and recommendations are given

Author : Australian Science and Technology Council
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Agricultural chemicals
ISBN : CORNELL:31924073994661

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Health, Politics, Trade by Australian Science and Technology Council Pdf

Author : Denis Hamilton,Stephen Crossley
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2004-05-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470091609

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Pesticide Residues in Food and Drinking Water by Denis Hamilton,Stephen Crossley Pdf

This book explores human exposure and consumer risk assessment in response to issues surrounding pesticide residues in food and drinking water. All the three main areas of consumer risk assessment including human toxicology, pesticide residue chemistry and dietary consumption are brought together and discussed. Includes the broader picture - the environmental fate of pesticides Takes an international approach with contributors from the European Union, USA and Australia Highlights the increasing concerns over food safety and the risks to humans

Author : Gershon Feder,Rinku Murgai,Jaime B. Quizon
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Agricultural extension work
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Sending Farmers Back to School by Gershon Feder,Rinku Murgai,Jaime B. Quizon Pdf

The authors evaluate the impact of farmer field schools, an intensive participatory training program emphasizing integrated pest management. Their evaluation focuses on whether participation in the program has improved yields and reduced pesticide use among graduates and their neighbors who may have gained knowledge from graduates through informal communications. The authors use panel data covering the period 1991-99 in Indonesia. Their analysis, employing a modified "difference-in-differences" model, indicates that the program did not have significant effects on the performance of graduates and their neighbors. The authors discuss several plausible explanations for this outcome and suggest recommendations for improvements.

Author : National Research Council,Commission on Life Sciences,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on the Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2000-11-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309172943

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The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture by National Research Council,Commission on Life Sciences,Board on Environmental Studies and Toxicology,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on the Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture Pdf

Although chemical pesticides safeguard crops and improve farm productivity, they are increasingly feared for their potentially dangerous residues and their effects on ecosystems. The Future Role of Pesticides explores the role of chemical pesticides in the decade ahead and identifies the most promising opportunities for increasing the benefits and reducing the risks of pesticide use. The committee recommends R&D, program, and policy initiatives for federal agriculture authorities and other stakeholders in the public and private sectors. This book presents clear overviews of key factors in chemical pesticide use, including: Advances in genetic engineering not only of pest-resistant crops but also of pests themselves. Problems in pesticide useâ€"concerns about the health of agricultural workers, the ability of pests to develop resistance, issues of public perception, and more. Impending shifts in agricultureâ€"globalization of the economy, biological "invasions" of organisms, rising sensitivity toward cross-border environmental issues, and other trends. With a model and working examples, this book offers guidance on how to assess various pest control strategies available to today's agriculturist.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2014-08-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781784410285

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Preference Measurement in Health by Anonim Pdf

It is fundamental to measure the individual value of different medical interventions in order to prioritise resources. Preference-based approaches can produce measures that allow comparisons of such values. This volume covers altruism within families, differences in risk attitudes, and estimation of health benefits of food safety.

Author : National Research Council,Board on Agriculture,Committee on Scientific and Regulatory Issues Underlying Pesticide Use Patterns and Agricultural Innovation
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1987-02-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309037464

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Regulating Pesticides in Food by National Research Council,Board on Agriculture,Committee on Scientific and Regulatory Issues Underlying Pesticide Use Patterns and Agricultural Innovation Pdf

Concern about health effects from exposure to pesticides in foods is growing as scientists learn more about the toxic properties of pesticides. The Delaney Clause, a provision of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, prohibits tolerances for any pesticide that causes cancer in test animals or in humans if the pesticide concentrates in processed food or feeds. This volume examines the impacts of the Delaney Clause on agricultural innovation and on the public's dietary exposure to potentially carcinogenic pesticide residues. Four regulatory scenarios are described to illustrate the effects of varying approaches to managing oncogenic pesticide residues in food.

Author : Inamuddin,Mohd Imran Ahamed,Eric Lichtfouse
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030547196

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Sustainable Agriculture Reviews 48 by Inamuddin,Mohd Imran Ahamed,Eric Lichtfouse Pdf

This book reviews advanced techniques for the determination of pesticide residues, with focus on extraction, detectors and cleaning protocols. Chapters also discuss pesticide occurrence, toxicity and remediation.

Author : Frans J. M. Smulders,Ivonne M. C. M. Rietjens,John Daniel Collins,Martin D. Rose
Publisher : Brill Wageningen Academic
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Food
ISBN : 9086863264

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Chemical Hazards in Foods of Animal Origin by Frans J. M. Smulders,Ivonne M. C. M. Rietjens,John Daniel Collins,Martin D. Rose Pdf

Various chemical hazards are identified and characterised. Public health risks associated with ingestion of contaminated animal food products are discussed, options for risk mitigation are presented.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Health Organization
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 49 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251377741

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International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,World Health Organization Pdf

The objective of this guidance on fulfilling the reporting requirements of Article 12 of the Code of Conduct is to obtain a regular flow of information on its observance to strengthen implementation of the Code, to provide data for its future revisions and improvement, and, most importantly, to improve the protection of human health and the environment related to pesticide use and management in agriculture and public health. The guidance was prepared in compliance with the FAO/WHO International Code of Conduct on Pesticide Management, which sets out a framework and voluntary standards of conduct for stakeholders in pesticide management, in particular governments and the pesticide industry. Endorsed by FAO, WHO, governments, pesticide producers, non-governmental organizations and other stakeholders, the Code outlines their shared responsibility to promote best practice and risk reduction throughout the pesticide life cycle. The Code of Conduct thereby establishes the commitment and moral obligation of stakeholders to comply with the agreed standards of conduct and to assume their respective responsibilities. These include governments’ responsibility to promote pesticide risk reduction and the industry’s responsibility to produce products that are adapted to the context of their use and to provide stewardship of those products throughout their life cycle. This guidance was prepared with the support of the FAO/WHO Joint Meeting on Pesticide Management (JMPM) to provide further guidance on the provisions of the Code of Conduct related to its observance and implementation. It reflects the joint FAO/WHO approach to pesticide management, thus addressing the topic in both agricultural and public health settings.