Finshots Daily The Pesticide Management Bill explained
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Jan 13, 2026 Happy Sankranthi! Dive into the essential role of pesticides in Indian agriculture and how they protect crops. Discover India's pesticide use compared to global leaders like China and Brazil. Learn about the alarming health impacts of pesticide misuse and the issues stemming from outdated laws. The new Pesticide Management Bill promises digital transparency, improved safety protocols, and stricter regulations to combat spurious products. Together, these changes aim to modernize agriculture while safeguarding public health.
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India's Pesticide Paradox
- India is a major agrochemical producer and exporter despite low pesticide use per hectare.
- Low per-hectare use pushes farmers to misuse stronger or more frequent sprays, raising health risks.
A Law From A Very Different Era
- India's pesticide law dates back to 1968 and wasn't designed for modern agriculture or today's data environment.
- The old Act lacked provisions for drones, digital traceability, environmental risk assessments, and modern export standards.
Digital Traceability Is Central
- The Pesticide Management Bill replaces paper-driven processes with mandatory digital registration and a National Pesticide Registry.
- Digital traceability lets regulators track manufacture, shipments, and sales to curb fakes and spurious products.