Pesticides in agriculture
Last updated on July 8, 2022Information is available for agricultural producers on safe use of pesticides for protection of crops, livestock and the environment.
Pesticide labels and new registrations
Information on new pesticide registrations, including Minor Use and Emergency Use Registrations, finding and reading pesticide labels, and the pesticide registration process in Canada.
Pesticide use
Information about using pesticides, including guidelines for selecting and purchasing pesticides and resistance management.
- Selecting and using pesticides
- Airblast sprayer calibration factsheet (PDF, 585 KB)
- Boom sprayer calibration factsheet (PDF, 249 KB)
Pesticide safety
Information on pesticide safety for agricultural pesticide applicators.
Pesticide emergencies
Guidelines for preventing and responding to pesticide-related emergencies including suspected poisoning, spills and fires.
Production / Best Practices Guides are available for many commercial crops in British Columbia.
Information on regulation of pesticides in British Columbia including certification and licensing of pesticide applicators:
Health Canada:
WorkSafeBC is dedicated to promoting workplace health and safety:
AgriService BC
Have a question? Call or email and a staff person will assist you.
Telephone: 1 888 221-7141
Email: AgriServiceBC@gov.bc.ca