Dimethoate use continued on melons

APVMA has issued a notice of suspension for a set list of crops to registrants of all products containing dimethoate.

This is an interim regulatory action while further assessments on the chemical are completed. The suspension takes effect as of Thursday 6th October, 2011 and is for 12 months, ending on 5 October 2012.

However, melons including watermelons have been removed from the suspension list and interim continued use of dimethoate in compliance with the label is allowed.

More information

Information on the suspension of dimethoate, quarantine arrangements and frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the suspension are available on the dimethoate review webpage.