Pesticide

Pesticide waste management in Quebec

May 16, 2018

Pesticide wastes consist of all or a portion of pesticides and materials contaminated with pesticides. This definition includes rinsing water (from rinsing empty containers and sprays), expired or withdrawn concentrate, empty containers, remaining slurry, spill residue and contaminated soil. There are two types of waste; household waste generated by the personal use of Class 4 and Class […]

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What is a Pesticide?

May 16, 2018

Definition and composition of a pesticide In general, a pesticide is generally defined as a product designed to destroy organisms that are considered undesirable or harmful. The products on the market contain one or more active ingredients and formulants. Active ingredient or active ingredient: a component of a pesticide to which the intended effects are attributed. The common […]

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