Declining International Cooperation on Pesticide Regulation: Frittering Away Food Security

Author:   May T. Yeung ,  William A. Kerr ,  Blair Coomber ,  Matthew Lantz
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2017
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9783319605517


Pages:   127
Publication Date:   28 July 2017
Format:   Hardback
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This Palgrave Pivot investigates barriers to international agricultural trade caused by a lack of standardized maximum residue levels (MRL) for pesticides. Given the preponderance of pesticide use in food production and the increasing disruptions to trade, a better understanding of the reasons for the decline in international cooperation, the trade impacts, and potential solutions is critical. This volume will contribute to that understanding. Through an analysis of the economics of MRL regulatory harmonization, select case studies, and a look at incentives and disincentives for government agencies and regulators, the authors move the conversation beyond the theoretical, and into current practices and advice for creating workable solutions. This Pivot is a valuable resource for those concerned with food security, trade policy, agricultural production and export supply chains, as well as those interested in broader issues related to science policy and societal trends. 

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Author:   May T. Yeung ,  William A. Kerr ,  Blair Coomber ,  Matthew Lantz
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2017
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9783319605517


ISBN 10:   3319605518
Pages:   127
Publication Date:   28 July 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1. Why Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides are an Important International Issue.- 2. The Importance of Trade for Food Security.- 3. Incentives, or Not, for Governments to Remove Asynchronous MRLs as Trade Barriers.- 4. The Economics of International Harmonization of MRLs.- 5. Previous Examinations of MRLs.- 6. Case Studies of Trade Problems Related to MRLs.- 7. What Do Administrators Say?.- 8. Institutional Initiatives to Deal with Internationally Asynchronous MRLs.- 9. The Way Forward. 

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May T. Yeung is Professional Affiliate at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. William A. Kerr is University Distinguished Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. Blair Coomber is former Director General of International Trade Policy at Agriculture and Agrifood Canada. Matthew Lantz is Vice President of Global Access at Bryant Christie Inc., USA. Alyse McConnell is Manager of International Regulatory Affairs at Bryant Christie Inc., USA. 

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