Regulatory update 22/2006
Issued 16 November 2006
Introduction
This update advises of the completion of the exercise to replace the Long Term Arrangements for Extension to Use (LTAEU) for use on edible crops.
Information for Growers and Crop Protection Industry
The exercise to replace the LTAEU for use on edible crops by converting uses to Specific Off-Label Approvals (SOLA), has been completed. The existing LTAEU for use on edible crops will expire on the 31 December 2006.
Copies of the Approval notices are available for viewing on the PSD Off-label home page
The LTAEU for use on non-edible crops will continue until further notice.
Background and Further Information
Replacing the Long Term Arrangements for Extension of Use: Edible Crops
This Update advises of progress in the exercise to replace the LTAEU.
Regulatory Update 14/2004 advised that it has become clear that the LTAEU are not compatible with the Authorisations Directive 91/414/EEC and procedures for setting maximum residue levels (MRLs). We consulted key industry stakeholders and concluded that the best and most cost effective way of protecting access to treatments on edible crops currently granted by virtue of their inclusion in the LTAEU is by converting uses to SOLAs.
Contact Information
Enquiries concerning this Update should be sent to Francis Daly (tel 01904 455824), francis.daly@hse.gsi.gov.uk, or in writing.
The HDC contact is Vivian Powell (tel 01757 269245, vivian.powell@hdc.org.uk).
