LATEST UPDATE: SEPTEMBER 2020
UK WITHDRAWAL OF METALDEHYDE: From 31 March 2021 no further supplies from manufacturers will be permitted but distributors can still sell stocks and use can continue until 31 March 2022. From 1 April 2022 it will then be illegal to sell and use metaldehyde products.
March 2022 new deadline to use-up metaldehyde slug pellets
Slug pellets containing metaldehyde will be phased out for outdoor use by March 2022, following....
Statement from David Cameron, MSG chairman
Following the recent High Court ruling, the Metaldehyde Stewardship Group (MSG) welcomes the....
MSG seeking extension on metaldehyde withdrawal period
The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group (MSG) has submitted a case to the Health and Safety Executive....
Withdrawal of metaldehyde for outdoor use announced
The Environment Secretary has today (19 December 2018) announced that the application for....
Dry weather increases potential risk of pesticides reaching watercourses
Due to the extreme weather conditions experienced across the country this summer, growers are....
Enhanced metaldehyde stewardship remains critical
As the slug pellet application season fast approaches, the agricultural industry is being....
Water companies value agronomist support
Water companies are calling for more agronomist support on the back of the success of the....
New slug control guide launched by MSG
The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group has launched a practical guide on Integrated Pest Management....
Enhanced metaldehyde stewardship launched for 2017
The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group has launched an enhanced campaign for 2017 to ensure maximum....
This Autumn key to metaldehyde’s future
Slug pellet application decisions made now, will influence the future availability of metaldehyde....
Farm level measures under the spotlight
Water companies are required to report on the progress of measures to prevent metaldehyde....
Prepare for high slug pressure this autumn
Growers and operators are being urged to prepare for high slug pressure this autumn and should....
