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Exceptional Use Policy: Granted Exceptions and their Conditions for Using Rainforest Alliance Prohibited Pesticides

  • Updated on Jan 27, 2026
  • Published on Oct 16, 2025
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The document "Exceptional Use Policy (Version 1.7)" outlines the conditions under which the temporary and exceptional use of certain high-risk prohibited pesticides is allowed, when no viable alternatives are available. It is intended for certificate holders and includes requirements for requesting exceptions, mandatory mitigation measures, and specific conditions for use.

Version 1.6