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Pesticide management includes the disposal of excess pesticides that are not capable of being stored for later use. Pesticide disposal can involve dilution with water, incineration, chemical degradation, burial in a specially designated landfill, and well and soil injection. The potential environmental impacts from pesticide disposal are air, soil and water contamination from releases. The environmental implications are the same as the application process, except the concentration of the pesticide is typically stronger because of the quantity and mass of the disposed pesticide. Disposal of pesticides is a critical process and if not properly conducted can have immediate detrimental effects on the environment.
General and restricted use pesticide labels outline proper disposal guidelines. These practices are regulated under FIFRA, RCRA, and the CWA. Disposal activities may require notification of EPA, the state, or a local solid waste disposal facility (landfill or incinerator) complying with permit provisions. Before disposing of excess pesticide, the local government should try two options:
1) Store and reuse any leftover portion at the prescribed dosage rates, or
2) Return any excess to the manufacturer or distributor for re-labeling or reprocessing into other materials.
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