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Dates for mancozeb phase out confirmed

WTO decrees sale and supply must end on November 30

Farmers Guardian
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Health and Safety Executive (HSE) had extended the expiry date for the active substance until the end of May
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Health and Safety Executive (HSE) had extended the expiry date for the active substance until the end of May

The timelines for the withdrawal of mancozeb have been confirmed following the conclusion of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) consultation process. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) had extended...

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