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| Problems related to pesticides in Mali are linked to their uncontrolled distribution, their irrational use, and the ignorance by most populations of the risks bound to the manipulation of these dangerous products. Another concern is the accumulation of a great stock of chemicals, especially as a result of anti-locust campaigns, that will become obsolete in the long-term. The disposal of obsolete pesticides generated at the time of the previous campaign against locusts required the financial support of the FAO and the World Bank. In order to harmonize pesticide registration within the CILSS countries (inter-state committee for combating drought in the Sahel), including Mali, the Sahelian Committee for Pesticides, unique in Africa, was created. In spite its excellent work, the follow-up of decisions in the member countries currently constitutes the weakest link of the system.
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The Future Role of Pesticides in Agriculture
8:30 AM-12:00 PM, Tuesday, 12 September 2006 San Francisco Marriott -- Salon 1, Oral
Division of Agrochemicals |