PROJECT OVERVIEW
This project provides the Australian horticulture industry with key information regarding domestic and international pesticide regulation. A component of this is the production of Ag Chemical Updates, which provide information on any developments in regulatory oversight of relevant chemicals. They are an opportunity for industry to consider and develop responses to issues arising from actions proposed that may impact on grower ability to access and use needed pesticides.
To assist strategy planning with respect to future pest management options, the project also develops regulatory risk assessments. These highlight potential threats to agrichemicals currently approved for the management of pests and diseases in various crops, as well as current initiatives aimed at addressing identified pest management deficiencies.
Project Objectives
This project ensured that Hort Innovation and related industries were well-informed about regulatory activities that could affect access to plant protection products, both within Australia and internationally.
By closely monitoring both domestic and international regulatory activities, the project successfully identified potential risks and the implications of proposed regulatory actions. This critical information was then shared with key stakeholders in the horticultural industry. As a result, growers and industry leaders were empowered to make informed decisions, formulate effective response strategies, and make prudent investment choices. This proactive approach helped them avoid pest management gaps in the event of approval removals and allowed them to adjust their crop protection strategies accordingly, thereby mitigating the impact of regulatory changes.
