Smart Stewardship
Tips on how to use BASF crop protection solutions.
Personal Protective Equipment PPE
Always remember to put on protective clothing when using pesticides. Wear long-sleeved shirt, long trousers, boots and gloves. Always follow the label instructions to wear the correct PPE for mixing, loading, application and cleaning procedures.
Our commitment to safety is not limited to our employees but extends to our suppliers and customers. This is why we established the Global Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Initiative.
View our latest initiative and learn more about BASF Smart Stewardship north_east here.
What is Smart Stewardship?
north_east Smart Stewardship in the context of crop protection and pest control is the responsible and ethical management of products along their life cycle. Smart Stewardship means harnessing digital tools and innovative technologies for enhanced product stewardship, aiming to safeguard farmers, operators, the environment and public health.
Protecting the health of farmers and professional applicators, rural communities and consumers is of utmost importance for us. north_east Learn more about our stewardship activities under Human Health.
Resistance Management
ALWAYS use pesticides as part of an Integrated Crop Management strategy together with other methods of control. Alternate the use of pesticide belonging to different groups in order to limit the resistance development.
Recommendation of use
When using Pesticides, ALWAYS remember to observe the correct application timing, use the correct rate of application & spray interval. This ensures adherence to the Good Agricultural Practice.