2013 Indonesia Umbrella PERSUAP (Pesticide Evaluation Report and Safer Use Action Plan)

for USAID/Indonesia in November 2013. The report aims to evaluate the use of pesticides in Indonesia and provide recommendations for safer use practices. The PERSUAP methodology involves assessing the economic, social, and environmental risks and benefits of pesticide use in Indonesia. The report evaluates the use of pesticides in various sectors, including agriculture, forestry, and public health. The assessment considers factors such as the registration status of pesticides, the basis for selection of pesticides, and the extent to which pesticide use is part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. The report identifies several areas for improvement in Indonesia's pesticide system, including the need for better regulation and control of pesticide distribution, storage, and use. The PERSUAP also recommends the development of a Pest Management Plan (PMP) for Indonesia crops and beneficiaries, which would include guidelines for IPM practices and safer use of pesticides. The report provides a matrix of Indonesia crops with primary production constraints, PERSUAP-recommended pest prevention GAP/IPM tactics, and PERSUAP-recommended curative tools and tactics. The report also includes guidelines for PMPs, elements of IPM programs, and information on botanical active ingredients in pesticides, repellents, and baits regulated by USEPA. The PERSUAP team acknowledges the assistance of USAID/Indonesia staff member Donald Tambunan and other individuals and institutions who contributed to the accuracy and completeness of the study. The report is intended to provide a comprehensive evaluation of pesticide use in Indonesia and recommendations for safer use practices. The PERSUAP methodology involves a thorough assessment of the economic, social, and environmental risks and benefits of pesticide use in Indonesia. The report evaluates the use of pesticides in various sectors and identifies areas for improvement in Indonesia's pesticide system. The PERSUAP provides a comprehensive framework for safer use of pesticides in Indonesia and recommends the development of a Pest Management Plan (PMP) for Indonesia crops and beneficiaries. The report includes a detailed analysis of the active ingredients in pesticides registered in Indonesia, as well as information on natural pesticides that have been commercialized. The PERSUAP also provides guidelines for training on safer pesticide use and field monitoring forms for farmer best practices, including GAP and IPM options. The PERSUAP is a critical component of USAID/Indonesia's efforts to promote sustainable agriculture and reduce the risks associated with pesticide use in Indonesia. The report provides a comprehensive evaluation of pesticide use in Indonesia and recommendations for safer use practices, which can inform policy and programming decisions at the national and local levels.