The Pesticide Atlas – Senegal Edition highlights significant risks pesticides pose to health and the environment in Senegal. It focuses on the unique challenges faced by Senegal’s farmers and consumers, including exposure to harmful chemicals and limited access to mitigation measures.
The report also provides insights into the dynamics of pesticide use, outlining the influence of corporations, agricultural policies and the EU’s role as a pesticide exporter to Senegal, despite enforcing strict domestic regulations. It calls for localized risk assessments and explores double standards in pesticide trade.
To ensure the fundamental rights to health, food and a clean environment, the atlas advocates for integrated pest management, biological alternatives and a transformation of food systems. It also offers critical evidence to policymakers and the public, while showcasing successful initiatives and opportunities for further progress in Senegal.