Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil

Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 144
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ISBN-10 : 9781439828595
ISBN-13 : 1439828598
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Synopsis Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil by : Andreas Schaeffer

Based on discussions at the 2007 SETAC Europe PERAS Workshop in Coimbra, Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil presents a timely summary of state-of-the-art higher-tier terrestrial risk assessment of plant protection products (PPPs). Influential regulators, academics, and industry scientists provide a compre

Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil

Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 265
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ISBN-10 : 9781439859810
ISBN-13 : 1439859817
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Synopsis Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil by : Andreas Schaeffer

Based on discussions at the 2007 SETAC Europe PERAS Workshop in Coimbra, Semi-Field Methods for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Pesticides in Soil presents a timely summary of state-of-the-art higher-tier terrestrial risk assessment of plant protection products (PPPs). Influential regulators, academics, and industry scientists provide a compre

Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment

Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 286
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ISBN-10 : 9789401715362
ISBN-13 : 940171536X
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Synopsis Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment by : Harrie F.G. van Dijk

Global pesticide use is currently estimated at approximately 2. 5 billion kg per year (Pimentel eta/. , 1998). To be effective, pesticides need to persist for a certain period of time. However, the longer their persistence, the greater the potential for transport of a fraction of the amount applied away from the target area. Pesticides are dispersed in the environment by water currents, wind, or biota. Pesticides can directly contaminate ground and surface waters by leaching, surface run-off and drift. Pesticides can also enter the atmosphere during application by evaporation and drift of small spray droplets, that remain airborne. Following application, pesticides may volatilise from the crop or the soil. Finally, wind erosion can cause soil particles and dust loaded with pesticides to enter the atmosphere. The extent to which pesticides enter the air compartment is dependent upon many factors: the properties of the substance in question (e. g. vapour pressure), the amount used, the method of application, the formulation, the weather conditions (such as wind speed, temperature, humidity), the nature of the crop and soil characteristics. Measurements at application sites reveal that sometimes more than half of the amount applied is lost into the atmosphere within a few days (Spencer and Cliath, 1990; Taylor and Spencer; 1990; Van den Berg et a/. , this issue).

Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment

Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment
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Publisher : Springer
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0792359941
ISBN-13 : 9780792359944
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Synopsis Fate of Pesticides in the Atmosphere: Implications for Environmental Risk Assessment by : Harrie F.G. van Dijk

Global pesticide use is currently estimated at approximately 2. 5 billion kg per year (Pimentel eta/. , 1998). To be effective, pesticides need to persist for a certain period of time. However, the longer their persistence, the greater the potential for transport of a fraction of the amount applied away from the target area. Pesticides are dispersed in the environment by water currents, wind, or biota. Pesticides can directly contaminate ground and surface waters by leaching, surface run-off and drift. Pesticides can also enter the atmosphere during application by evaporation and drift of small spray droplets, that remain airborne. Following application, pesticides may volatilise from the crop or the soil. Finally, wind erosion can cause soil particles and dust loaded with pesticides to enter the atmosphere. The extent to which pesticides enter the air compartment is dependent upon many factors: the properties of the substance in question (e. g. vapour pressure), the amount used, the method of application, the formulation, the weather conditions (such as wind speed, temperature, humidity), the nature of the crop and soil characteristics. Measurements at application sites reveal that sometimes more than half of the amount applied is lost into the atmosphere within a few days (Spencer and Cliath, 1990; Taylor and Spencer; 1990; Van den Berg et a/. , this issue).

Effects of pesticides on soil fauna: Development of ecotoxicological test methods for tropical regions

Effects of pesticides on soil fauna: Development of ecotoxicological test methods for tropical regions
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Publisher : Cuvillier Verlag
Total Pages : 298
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ISBN-10 : 9783736911062
ISBN-13 : 3736911068
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Synopsis Effects of pesticides on soil fauna: Development of ecotoxicological test methods for tropical regions by :

Effects of pesticides on soil fauna: Development of ecotoxicological test methods for tropical regions The impact of pesticides on the soil system is an issue of great concern. In the tropics, the environmental risk of pesticides is assessed using methods designed for temperate regions. This pioneer study shows that the toxicity of pesticides (here: two fungicides and an insecticide) measured under tropical conditions, e.g., higher temperature and different test species, can differ greatly from that determined for temperate conditions. Thus, a risk assessment of pesticides for tropical ecosystems based on existing toxicological data from temperate regions alone is not considered sufficient. Additional, adapted tests must be developed for tropical conditions.

Exposure and Risk Assessment of Pesticide Use in Agriculture

Exposure and Risk Assessment of Pesticide Use in Agriculture
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Publisher : Academic Press
Total Pages : 410
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ISBN-10 : 9780128124666
ISBN-13 : 0128124660
Rating : 4/5 (66 Downloads)

Synopsis Exposure and Risk Assessment of Pesticide Use in Agriculture by : Claudio Colosio

Exposure and Risk Assessment of Pesticide Use in Agriculture: Approaches, Tools and Advances offers an overview of the different methods available in toxicology for pesticide exposure and risk assessment, ranging from the regulatory field, to in-field research studies. The book provides technical background on each method, describing known and grounded tools, new uses of tools and development prospects. This book is ideal for researchers in pesticide toxicology, exposure toxicology, toxicologic risk assessment, occupational hygiene and medicine, and pesticide toxicology as well as occupational health and industrial hygiene practitioners, regulatory experts of corporate and public bodies, and advanced students. Covers pesticide exposure and risk assessment, ranging from fundamentals to advanced theory Explains methods that are useful for both experts and non-experts Details the use of each method for exposure and risk assessment, also including links to additional resources and further reading

Pesticide/Soil Interactions

Pesticide/Soil Interactions
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Publisher : Editions Quae
Total Pages : 492
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ISBN-10 : 2738009220
ISBN-13 : 9782738009227
Rating : 4/5 (20 Downloads)

Synopsis Pesticide/Soil Interactions by : Juan Cornejo

This joint-authored book brings together approximately 50 current research methods developed and implemented in research laboratories in Europe to study pesticide/soil interactions. Its usefulness for researchers, teachers and professionals concerned by the environmental impact of pesticides was one of the major elements taken into consideration when structuring this book. It will be a valuable asset to chemists, physical chemists, biochemists, biologists and geologists interested in studying the behaviour of pesticides in soils.

Pesticide Risk Assessment

Pesticide Risk Assessment
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Publisher : CABI
Total Pages : 360
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ISBN-10 : 9781780646336
ISBN-13 : 178064633X
Rating : 4/5 (36 Downloads)

Synopsis Pesticide Risk Assessment by : Sumitra Arora

We have been witnessing a silent chemical revolution over the past half century. Pesticides bring widespread environmental contamination, with residues detected far from their site of application. These substances are playing havoc with the lives of humans and the environment because of their indiscriminate use. Pesticide Risk Assessment describes the environmental risks associated with the injudicious use of pesticides and their mixtures, their methods of estimation and assessment, and their regulation. It also contains methods to reduce and minimize the risks associated with the use of pesticides. The book: Examines pesticides, their impact on the environment, mode of action, estimation methods, risk assessment, mixture toxicity, alternatives for risk reduction, and regulatory aspects.Includes global case studies detailing cases of pesticide poisoning, and the health effects of exposure to pesticides. Covers risks to human health, aquifers and aquatic organisms, pollinators, soil micro flora and fauna, terrestrial organisms and wildlife. Suitable for anyone involved in pesticide application and integrated pest management, this is essential reading for researchers, scientists, extension workers and policy makers.

Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples, Second Edition

Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples, Second Edition
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 423
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ISBN-10 : 9781351047074
ISBN-13 : 1351047078
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis Analysis of Pesticides in Food and Environmental Samples, Second Edition by : Jose L. Tadeo

This book provides a critical overview of analytical methods used for the determination of pesticide residues and other contaminants in food and environmental samples by modern instrumental analysis. It contains up-to-date material including recent trends in sample preparation, general methods used for pesticide analysis and quality assurance aspects, and chromatographic and immunoassay methods. The rest of the book describes particular analytical methods used for the determination of pesticides in food and soil, water and air. In addition, the levels of these chemicals found in food, their regulatory aspects and the monitoring of pesticides in the environment are described.

Integrated Analytical Approaches for Pesticide Management

Integrated Analytical Approaches for Pesticide Management
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Publisher : Academic Press
Total Pages : 340
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ISBN-10 : 9780128161562
ISBN-13 : 0128161566
Rating : 4/5 (62 Downloads)

Synopsis Integrated Analytical Approaches for Pesticide Management by : Britt Maestroni

Integrated Analytical Approaches for Pesticide Management provides proven laboratory practices/examples and methods necessary to control pesticides in food and water in various environments. The book presents insights into good laboratory practices and examples of methods used in individual specialist laboratories, thus enabling stakeholders in the agri-food industry to appreciate the importance of proven, reliable data and the associated quality assurance approaches for end product testing for toxic levels of contaminant residues in food. The book is written in a rigorous, but simple, way to make sure that a broad range of readers can appreciate its technical content. The book's practical nature and generic guidelines distinguish it from others in the marketplace. - Provides coverage of risk assessment and effective testing technologies - Covers generic guidelines on pesticide analysis on different environmental matrices for use in the developed and developing world - Presents the most up-to-date information in research sample testing preparation and method validation to detect pesticide residues in food - Includes examples of each method for practical application - Demonstrates proven, reliable research data and the associated quality assurance approaches for end product testing for food, water and soil sediment - Describes the concept of integrated analytical approaches for pesticide management practices