With a set of indicators the progress of the National Action Plan on the sustainable use of plant protection products (NAP) is verified. These indicators have a direct connection to the targets of the NAP.

German Plant Protection Index (PIX)

Apart from the indicators additional variables are collected respectively calculated. They shall provide a supportive basis for the analysis of the causes of the indicator’s evolution. In some cases they are an important data basis for the indicators.

• Assessment of pesticide use
• Monitoring of Plant Protection Products in the Natural Environment
• Residues of Plant Protection Products in Food
• Hot-Spot Management
• Risk Analysis SYNOPS