Nepal’s approach to pesticide regulation shows industry support is possible
Following Nepal’s recent decision to ban two additional hazardous pesticides, Mark Davis examines the supportive role played by the country’s pesticide industry.
Following Nepal’s recent decision to ban two additional hazardous pesticides, Mark Davis examines the supportive role played by the country’s pesticide industry.
We are delighted to announce that our 2024 Annual Report has been published and is available to download and read.
The Government of Nepal has officially announced bans on two highly hazardous pesticides, following a landmark decision by the Pesticide Board in July.
In recognition of United Nations Day on October 24, we’re taking a closer look at how our work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
To mark this year’s World Food Day on Wednesday 16 October, the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention (CPSP) has released a new short animation focusing on chemical free farming practices in India.
In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, Dr. Piumee Bandara delves into the evidence supporting ‘means restriction’ and its effectiveness as a suicide prevention strategy.
*Warning: contains content about self-harm and suicide that some people may find upsetting. Use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
CPSP Project & Policy Officer Dhannya V. Sasi reflects on a recent visit to Andhra Pradesh and her interactions with the farmers abandoning chemical pesticides in favour of natural farming practices.
*Warning: This article discusses suicide and self-harm. If you have questions on self-harm or feel suicidal, use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
Following a £6.5 million donation to support the Centre for Pesticide Suicide Prevention, Director & Founder Professor Michael Eddleston looks back on almost 30 years of work to prevent suicides from pesticide self-poisoning.
*Warning: contains content about self-harm and suicide that some people may find upsetting. Use this link to find an international helpline – www.findahelpline.com*
Lisa Schölin and Manjula Weerasinghe examine how Sri Lanka’s 2021 pesticide import ban was portrayed in local newspapers, discussing the media’s role in shaping public attitudes towards pesticide bans.