Training for Farmers on the Proper Use of Pesticides Held in Berane

Participants had the opportunity to acquire and improve their knowledge through expert lectures in the fields of plant protection, the proper and responsible use of plant protection products, good agricultural practices, integrated pest management, and organic production. Particular attention was paid to risk-reduction measures, the proper storage and handling of plant protection products, risks to human health and the environment, first-aid measures in cases of pesticide exposure, waste management, legal regulations, and the maintenance of required records. The practical part of the training included lectures on equipment for applying plant protection products, practical calculations, and a demonstration of the proper application of pesticides. Participants then had the opportunity to resolve questions concerning the use of plant protection products through discussion and consultations. Based on the certificate issued, the trainees will be entered into the Register of Users of Plant Protection Products, after which the Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Affairs and Phytosanitary Affairs will issue them an identification card for purchasing plant protection products, in accordance with the applicable regulations. In this way, users of funds from the agricultural budget, as well as municipal budgets intended for agricultural development, can be informed in a timely manner about the standards and obligations they must meet in the area of sustainable and safe use of plant protection products. The Administration for Food Safety, Veterinary Affairs and Phytosanitary Affairs will continue organizing specialized courses in all regions of Montenegro, in cooperation with the competent institutions and local governments, so that as many professional users as possible can acquire the necessary knowledge and meet the requirements for the safe and responsible use of plant protection products.