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Pesticide Container and Containment Regulations

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Federal regulations designed to reduce the chance of spills and contamination from pesticide containers and containment structures.

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Pesticide Drift Regulation

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Measures and guidelines designed to minimize off-target movement of pesticides during and after application.

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Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs)

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The highest level of pesticide residue legally allowed in or on food or feed, based on good agricultural practices.

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Pesticide Application Certification

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Certification process required for those who apply restricted-use pesticides to demonstrate competence in handling and application.

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Pesticide Recordkeeping Program

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Mandates that private applicators keep records of restricted-use pesticides applied in agricultural settings.

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Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Principles

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An environmentally sensitive approach to pest management that relies on a combination of practices.

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Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and Pesticides

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Federal law that protects public drinking water supplies from pesticide contamination.

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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)

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U.S. federal law that sets the framework for pesticide regulation to protect applicators, consumers, and the environment.

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Resistant Management Strategies

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Strategies to delay the development of pesticide resistance in pest populations.

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Role in Pesticide Regulation

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The EPA is responsible for regulating the distribution, sale, and use of pesticides within the U.S.

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National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC)

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Provides objective, science-based information about pesticides and pesticide-related topics to help people make informed decisions.

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Worker Protection Standard (WPS) for Agricultural Pesticides

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EPA's regulation aimed at reducing the risk of pesticide poisoning and injury among agricultural workers and pesticide handlers.

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Endangered Species Protection Program

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Regulations to ensure that pesticide use does not harm endangered or threatened species or their critical habitat.

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Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996

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Amends FIFRA and sets stricter safety standards for new and existing pesticides, with a focus on protecting children's health.

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Pesticide Tolerances in International Trade

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The establishment of pesticide residue limits to facilitate international trade, ensuring food safety and compliance with domestic and international regulations.

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