HERBICIDE REDUCTION IN NORTH-AMERICA - IN CANADA, AN OPPORTUNITY FOR MOTIVATION AND GROWTH IN WEED MANAGEMENT

Pesticide registration in Canada is a Federal responsibility. Authorit y to recommend and use a pesticide often is Provincially controlled. A survey on ''the status of pesticide reduction'' within the various pr ovinces of Canada revealed that only 3 of 10 had a policy to reduce pe sticide use. In Ontario is an example of a successful non-mandatory pr ogram toward the reduced use of pesticides. A coordinated effort among government, industry, and growers has resulted in increased research, education, and extension for pesticide use. Licensing for sellers and users of pesticides has been effective in assisting the reduction of active ingredient pesticide sales.