Agricultural Chemicals in UAE

Agricultural chemicals in UAE are used to control pests or change the physiology of a plant or a pest. They play a key role in production of food/fibre products, land management, and safeguard plants from the damage caused by disease, weeds or pests. Agricultural chemicals can be broadly classified into insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and baits for animal/pests. If not used properly, these chemicals can pose a risk of humans, animals and the environment. Hence, the government has strict regulations over the use of agricultural chemicals. In addition, strict regulations also exist for the importing, selling, using, and manufacturing of agricultural chemicals.