Rural chemicals
What you need to know
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Storing and disposal of chemicals >
Store and dispose of agricultural and veterinary chemicals and containers safely to minimise contamination, environmental harm and risk to health and safety.
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Chemical use and best practice >
Discover industry best practice when using rural chemicals.
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Complying with legislation >
Legislation applies to the purchase, sale, licensing, use, transport, storage, disposal, workplace safety and environmental impact of rural chemicals.
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About rural chemicals
Correct use of agricultural and veterinary chemicals maximises the quality and yield of crops and livestock.
Incorrect use of these chemicals can damage crops, harm the environment and put human health at risk.
Veterinary chemicals
Veterinary chemicals are used to treat or prevent disease, injury and pests in animals.
They are critical to the welfare of livestock productivity, domestic animals and native fauna would be impacted. It would also compromise livestock productivity.