Water Framework Directive - Your questions answered
The implications of the Water Framework Directive (2000/06/EC)
have raised questions over the future use of pesticides in amenity
situations. A number of residual herbicides have already been
withdrawn, due to detection of residues in groundwater and rivers.
The Crop Protection Association Amenity Group has answered some of
the most frequently asked questions aimed at the amenity
sector.
Click here to download the CPA Amenity Group WFD Q&A paper. It will
ensure you are better prepared to answer any of the questions that
may get raised by club managers, greens committees and members in
the future.
The Q&A will also provide some of the practical tips and
initiatives instigated to mitigate potential problems, and minimise
the potential impact of the WFD on amenity management. Measures
such as using the innovative low-drift Syngenta Turf Foliar
Nozzles, pictured above, to ensure sprays hit and stay on the
intended target, where they will have the greatest effect and
minimal risk of environmental loss.
You will also find the Q&A especially useful in conjunction
with the CPA Amenity Group guide for Best Practice when using
pesticides in amenity situations. Click here to download a copy of guide.