Lewis County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





1042 - Chemical Management
1042.3) 0

Number of producers who tested pesticide application water for pH, alkalinity or other characteristics

1042.5) 5

Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal

1042.6) 0

Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals

1042.7) 0

Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs

1042.2) 0

Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance

1042.1) 11

Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment

1042.4) 0

Number of producers who selected alternate materials based on REI, PHI, pollinator protection, etc.



Success Stories

Private Pesticide Applicator Program

Author: Kennedy Perkins

Major Program: Chemical Management

For the last year our producers here in Lewis County have had to go to other counties to receive educational components, especially those seeking their Private Pesticide Applicator Certification. This year I was able to host a training course here in Lewis County at our office. This certification allows individuals to purchase restricted use pesticides such as atrazine, liberty, and many more. These individuals were able to read and understand labeling information, how to apply pesticides a

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