Agrofood professionals under CropLife Nigeria have called for the passage of a comprehensive pesticide bill to regulate the industry and deepen sensitisation on the implications of Maximum Residue Limits in agricultural products.
The stakeholders also demanded mandatory training and certification of agro-dealers, agricultural extension workers, and other operators across the value chain to curb the misuse of pesticides and improve food safety.
They made the call during the recent 2026 Annual General Meeting of CropLife Nigeria held in Lagos, where members also elected a new executive committee.
The outgoing President of CropLife Nigeria, David Achimugu, said the proposed legislation would address gaps from product registration to field application practices.
