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The Scottish Government funds research into, and promotes, the adoption of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), which aims to help land managers in all sectors reduce their reliance on the use of pesticides, including those containing glyphosate. IPM is a site specific approach that integrates a full range of measures to manage pests, weeds and diseases, while minimising risks to people and the environment. The Scottish Government monitors the use of both chemical and non-chemical pest control methods in the agricultural, horticultural and amenity sectors to assess the impact of this policy position.

IPM is also promoted through documents such as the UK National Action Plan for the Sustainable Use of Pesticides. The National Action Plan is currently under review and a public consultation will be launched later this year to obtain further input from the industry, professional and amateur pesticide users.