Alternatives for reducing pesticide risk.

Abstract

Abstract This chapter presents some strategies to reducte pesticide use and associated risks, which include suitable agronomic practices, the use of resistant varieties, integrated pest management, biological control, the use of botanical pesticides, organic farming, and the use of less hazardous pesticides. International policies and instruments to reduce pesticide use and risks are also described. Some ecological ways (such as phytoremediation, bioremediation, bioaugmentation, biostimulation and biodegradation) to remove pesticides are suggested.