Indiscriminate use of agrochemicals

Every November 26, World Day against the Indiscriminate Use of Agrochemicals is celebrated, with the purpose of raising awareness among the world's population about the improper and indiscriminate use of agrochemical products globally.

The celebration of this anniversary aims to minimize the risks generated by agrochemical products on human health, as well as their impact on the environment.

The creation of this world day has been the initiative of the 400 organizations affiliated with the Pesticide Action Network (PAN) association.

Agrochemicals are concentrated chemicals that are used as pesticides in agriculture: insecticides, herbicides, nematicides and fungicides. It includes other chemical growth agents, hormones, synthetic fertilizers, among others.

The chemical components of these products can contaminate soils and natural water sources, affecting human health, as well as species of wild flora and fauna.

The main problem lies in the indiscriminate use of these agrochemicals, since they can develop resistance of the agent or pest to that product.

Pesticide Action Network (PAN) is a network founded in 1982, which brings together more than 600 non-governmental organizations and institutions belonging to more than 90 countries. They make a joint effort, aimed at replacing the use of dangerous pesticides with ecological alternatives.