The Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Control Board (PTCCB) was established in 2000 as a semi-autonomous agency within Guyana’s Ministry of Agriculture. Operating under the Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Control Act 2000 (No. 13 of 2000), PTCCB is the regulatory authority responsible for ensuring the safe and effective management of pesticides and toxic chemicals in the country.

The board is responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of pesticides and toxic chemicals—spanning manufacturing, importation, sale, storage, use, transportation, and distribution. The PTCCB executes these activities with the aim to ensure sound chemical management in Guyana, reducing risks to human health and the environment while supporting food safety in agricultural production.

The PTCCB has a well-equipped laboratory that plays a vital role in food safety carrying out quality control for formulated pesticides and fertilizers. The laboratory also monitors pesticides residues in food.

The board is also active in the training of farmers, extension agents, vendors, students, pest control operators, toxic chemical and pesticide users, transporters among others. This is complemented by a number of professional training and development courses. The Board also raises public awareness through the development and distribution of training materials.