Punjab’s government is taking a proactive step to protect the quality of its famous Basmati rice by temporarily banning the sale and use of 11 specific insecticides. This ban applies to Basmati paddy crops and will be in effect for 60 days, starting August 1, 2025.
The decision was made following concerns raised by the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and the Punjab Rice Millers and Exporters Association. They found that pesticide residue levels in Basmati rice were exceeding international safety limits (Maximum Residue Level – MRL), which could jeopardise exports and lead to product rejection in foreign markets.
Banned Insecticides for Basmati Paddy
Here are the 11 insecticides included in the ban:
- Acephate
- Buprofezin
- Chlorpyriphos
- Propiconazole
- Thiamethoxam
- Profenofos
- Carbendazim
- Tricyclazole
- Tebuconazole
- Carbofuran
- Imidacloprid
Farmers and others involved in the Basmati rice industry are encouraged to use safer, low-residue alternatives that are readily available. This measure aims to maintain the high reputation of Punjab’s Basmati and ensure its continued success in the global market. Using any of the banned insecticides on Basmati rice during the specified period could lead to legal action under the Insecticides Act, 1968.
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