The UK government has announced a plan to reduce pesticide use by 10% by 2030, aimed at protecting bees and other pollinators. While campaigners hailed the initiative, they expressed disappointment that it only applies to arable farms, leaving urban areas and parks unaddressed. The plan, delayed since 2018, introduces a new pesticide load indicator to track progress and promotes integrated pest management practices. It also includes penalties for irresponsible pesticide use and highlights the toxicity levels of pesticides, responding to calls for more ambitious targets similar to the EU's 50% reduction by 2030.
Campaigners welcomed the UK government's announcement to reduce pesticide use by 10% by 2030, though disappointed it applies only to arable farms.
The EU aims for a more ambitious 50% reduction target for chemical pesticides by 2030, which highlights the difference in commitment levels.
The UK's plan includes a new pesticide load indicator and encourages integrated pest management to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides.
The Pesticide Collaboration stressed the importance of the pesticide reduction target, highlighting its consideration for both quantity and toxicity.
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