Pesticides Control Board, Belize

PRESS RELEASE
BELIZE CITY MAY 4, 2026

BELIZE DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL AVIATION TO HOLD PUBLIC CONSULTATION ON DRAFT DRONE REGULATIONS

As part of the ongoing process to establish formal regulations for the operation of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, the Belize Department of Civil Aviation announces that it will host a public consultation session on May 6, 2026.

Consultation is a key step in developing a legal and operational framework that balances innovation, safety, security, and privacy. All interested parties, commercial drone operators, hobbyists, aviation stakeholders, legal experts, environmental groups, and members of the public, are invited to attend and present relevant concerns, suggestions, or technical input.

Event Details:

Date: May 6, 2026

Time: 09:00 am to 12:00 pm

Location: St. Catherine Academy Mercy Center

Virtual Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87583675293?pwd=PPZGklfKiJytO67bWJDX0JJXeqdprT.1

Registration for the consultation can be done via the following link: https://forms.gle/QNKEhQtW9QY8c3vG8

This consultation represents an open and transparent effort to ensure that Belize’s drone regulations are practical, safe, and responsive to the needs of all airspace users. We strongly encourage anyone with a stake in drone operations to attend and make their voice be heard.

The Department encourages all stakeholders to monitor official channels and prepare their feedback in advance.

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This weekend we are launching the Manual for Good Pesticide Management Practices!
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Commemorating the 30th anniversary of our formal National Pesticide Training and Certification Programme.
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Our trainers/Inspectors are on hand to share pesticide management best-practice information!
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RESPONSIBLE PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS.

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‼️ Save the Date‼️- Notice for the upcoming Public Consultation on Draft Drone Regulations.

As part of the ongoing process to establish formal regulations for the operation of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, the Belize Department of Civil Aviation will host a public consultation session on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. (Venue to be announced).

This session will provide an opportunity for stakeholders and members of the public to engage in discussions and provide input on the proposed regulatory framework. Additional details regarding the consultation will be shared in due course.

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Let's Keep Our Fields Clean!

We collected 375 kgs of triple-rinsed Empty Pesticide Containers from participating farmers and transported to a local facility for shredding.

Proud Moment in EMPTY PESTICIDE CONTAINER (EPC) MANAGEMENT!

Farmers are stepping up to the challenge of shared responsibility in the proper disposal of empty pesticide containers!
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Under a collaboration agreement with the Resilient Rural Belize Programme, Producer Organizations were equipped with tools necessary for responsible pesticide life-cycle management, including these EPC mini-collection units.
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Some months later we are now going back to farmers' fields to assess whether the units are being put to use, and we are beginning to see that indeed they are!!
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Follow us to see what will become of these collected, triple rinsed and perforated empty pesticide containers!
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Next Step: TRANSPORTATION to a centralized collection center for SHREDDING to reduce volume.



BIG thanks to our team of Inspectors/Trainers and the work they do under our National Training & Certification and Farmer Assistance Programmes.

IMPORTATION OF UNREGISTERED PESTICIDES and APPROPRIATE TRANSPORTATION

The public is hereby sensitized of the importance of obtaining the required permits prior to the importation of unregistered pesticides. This includes professional-use products used to control structural pests. Cargo transporters are strongly advised to ensure that clients are in possession of the required permits, and that transportation is secure and appropriate. A recent highway accident most likely caused by cargo overload resulted in the spill of a mixed cargo including heavy equipment and an undetermined quantity of two synthetic pyrethroid insecticide products. Thankfully, prompt action by Mr. with assistance from in the early hours of Thursday 2nd April led to the successful extraction of contaminated soil for appropriate disposal. This action effectively prevented contamination of watershed to the Belize River. Environmental protection is everybody's business!

The GROW SAFE garden is coming to life!
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Establishing plants with pesticide and repellent properties for demonstration purposes.
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We will be sharing more information as we develop this project further in collaboration with a first group of high school agriculture students!
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A hands-on learning experience focused on sustainable pest management in smallholder vegetable production.
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Big thanks to our colleagues at the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries for the vital assistance!

We are happy to be participating at the University of Belize-Central Farm Campus Open Day today!
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🎉📣Proud moment! 📣
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Today, we officially handed over the last deliverable under a Memorandum of Agreement with the Resilient Rural Belize Programme (RRB)!
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MANUAL OF GOOD PESTICIDES MANAGEMENT PRACTICES
An Illustrated Resource for the Responsible Handling and Use of Pesticides
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Distribution to RRB's beneficiary Producer Organizations will follow, concluding a very impactful experience for the PCB's cadre of trainers in collaboration with RRB extension officers and participating farmers.
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The Pesticides Control Board thanks the Resilient Rural Belize Programme for the meaningful collaboration, designed to train and equip farmers with the knowledge and tools to improve their pesticide management practices.
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The work will continue for the PCB, to monitor pesticide handling practices and provide continued technical assistance in collaboration with agricultural development partners.

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Mr. Gareth Murillo, PCB Chairman and Registrar of Cooperatives, Ms. Miriam Ochaeta Serrut, PCB Registrar, Dr. Geraldo Flowers, RRB Programme Manager and Mr. Jose Lisbey, RRB Technical Coordinator

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📣This year, the PCB's formal National Pesticide Certification Program commemorates its 30th anniversary!🥳
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The Restricted Pesticides (Certified User) Regulations came into effect in August 1996. ⚖️
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In 2026, we celebrate our dedicated trainers, farmers and partners committed to responsible pesticide life-cycle management!
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In this photo, we see our Northern Zone Trainer/Inspector Mr. Edgar Silva in an outdoor setting. 🤩
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Thank you for your support and collaboration!