Pesticides Control Board Warns Farmers Against Illegal Agrochemicals

The Pesticides Control Board has urged farmers across the country to remain vigilant and ensure they are purchasing approved agrochemicals to protect their crops as the harvesting season begins in some areas.

Spokesperson Lesten Banda said there are individuals selling unapproved chemicals to farmers, putting crops at risk. He emphasized the need for farmers to be cautious to avoid such dangers.

Banda added that the board is working with various stakeholders, including the Malawi Police Service, to conduct inspections in different markets where such chemicals are sold in a bid to curb the malpractice.

He further revealed that the board has so far arrested 20 people in connection with the illegal sale of unapproved agrochemicals.