Pesticides Toxic Chemicals Board

12/08/2026

🏷️ KNOW BEFORE YOU USE
A pesticide label is more than just a sticker. It provides important information to help you use the product safely, correctly, and responsibly.
Before purchasing, handling, or using a pesticide, take a moment to check the label for:
✔️ Product name
✔️ Active ingredient
✔️ Directions for use
✔️ Safety precautions
✔️ Registration information
✔️ Manufacturer information
Using a registered pesticide and following the label directions helps protect you, your family, your crops, and the environment. 🌱
📖 Read the label. Follow the directions. Use pesticides responsibly.

12/08/2026

10/08/2026

📦 Before You Import… Check First!
Not all pesticides sold overseas or online are approved for importation or use in Antigua and Barbuda.
Before importing any pesticide, make sure to:
✔️ Confirm that the product is registered or approved by the Pesticides & Toxic Chemicals Control Board (PTCCB).
✔️ Obtain any required import approvals or permits.
✔️ Ensure the product complies with national laws and regulations.
Importing unregistered or unapproved pesticides is an offence and may pose risks to human health, agriculture, and the environment.
📞 Not sure if a product is approved? Contact PTCCB before you import.
Think Before You Click. Check Before You Import.

07/08/2026

🧠 FACT CHECK FRIDAY

MYTH OR FACT?

“If I can buy a pesticide online, I can legally import it into Antigua and Barbuda.”

❌ MYTH

Just because a pesticide is available for purchase online does not mean it is approved for importation or use in Antigua and Barbuda.

Before importing any pesticide, always ensure that the product is registered or approved by the Pesticides & Toxic Chemicals Control Board (PTCCB) and that you have obtained any required import approvals or permits.

Importing unregistered or unapproved pesticides is an offence and may pose risks to human health, agriculture, and the environment.

✔️ Before you import, check with PTCCB.

📞 Contact us if you’re unsure whether a product is registered or approved for importation.

31/07/2026

🌿 What's Growing in Your Garden?
Whether you have a backyard garden, a few potted herbs, or a fruit tree, we'd love to hear from you!
Tell us in the comments:
🥬 Vegetables
🍅 Fruits
🌿 Herbs
🌺 Flowers
Every garden is unique, and growing your own produce is a wonderful way to support healthy living and local agriculture.
As you care for your plants, remember to use only registered pesticides and always follow the product label directions to help protect your family, your crops, beneficial insects, and the environment.

27/07/2026

🌿 What's Growing in Your Garden?
Whether you have a backyard garden, a few potted herbs, or a fruit tree, we'd love to hear from you!
Tell us in the comments:
🥬 Vegetables
🍅 Fruits
🌿 Herbs
🌺 Flowers
Every garden is unique, and growing your own produce is a wonderful way to support healthy living and local agriculture.
As you care for your plants, remember to use only registered pesticides and always follow the product label directions to help protect your family, your crops, beneficial insects, and the environment.
👇 What's growing in your garden? Share with us below!
📞 268-462-9191
🌐 chemregag.org

22/07/2026

Checklist Wednesday | Before You Spray
A few minutes of preparation before applying pesticides can make a big difference for your safety, your crops, and the environment.
Before you spray, remember to:
✅ Read the product label and follow all instructions carefully.
✅ Check the weather. Avoid spraying in windy conditions or when rain is expected.
✅ Wear the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE).
✅ Inspect your sprayer and equipment to ensure they are clean and working properly.
✅ Keep children, pets, and bystanders away from the treatment area.
✅ Protect water sources by avoiding application near rivers, streams, ponds, wells, and drains.
Responsible pesticide use starts before the first spray. Taking a few simple precautions helps protect your health, supports sustainable agriculture, and preserves Antigua & Barbuda's environment.
🌐 Learn more at www.chemregag.org
📞 Contact PTCCB at 268-462-9191

20/07/2026

❓ Ask PTCCB
Can I purchase pesticides online and use them in Antigua & Barbuda?
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Before purchasing or using any pesticide, confirm that it is registered for use in Antigua & Barbuda. Products sold online or overseas may not meet local regulatory requirements and could pose risks to people, animals, crops, and the environment.
Choosing registered products helps protect your health, supports responsible agriculture, and ensures compliance with national regulations.
Have a pesticide-related question? We're here to help.
🌐 Visit www.chemregag.org
📞 Call 268-462-9191

16/07/2026

✔️ Checklist Wednesday | Safe Pesticide Storage

Proper pesticide storage is one of the most important steps in protecting your family, your community, and the environment. Storing pesticides incorrectly can increase the risk of accidental poisoning, spills, contamination, and damage to property.

Before storing pesticides, take a moment to check that you are following these safe practices:

✅ Store pesticides in a locked area, out of reach of children and pets.

✅ Keep the storage area cool, dry, and well-ventilated.

✅ Always store pesticides in their original labeled containers.

✅ Keep pesticides away from food, beverages, animal feed, and utensils.

✅ Maintain a clean, organized storage area free from unnecessary items.

✅ Keep emergency contact information readily available in case of an accident.

A safe storage area helps prevent accidents and ensures pesticides remain effective when used correctly. Every precaution you take today contributes to a safer, healthier Antigua & Barbuda.

🌐 Learn more at chemregag.org

📞 Contact PTCCB at 268-462-9191

10/07/2026

🟢 Friday – Spot the Hazards

Caption:

🔍 SPOT THE HAZARDS!

Think you’ve got a sharp eye?

Take a close look at the image and see if you can identify all six pesticide safety hazards hidden throughout the scene.

💬 Comment below with how many hazards you found before checking the answers!

Remember, unsafe pesticide practices can put applicators, families, crops, and the environment at risk. Recognizing these hazards is the first step toward preventing accidents and promoting responsible pesticide use.

Stay tuned as we’ll reveal the correct answers in a follow-up post!

🌐 Learn more at chemregag.org
📞 Contact us: 268-463-9191