Extension
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| 1042 - Chemical Management | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1042.4) | 1 |
Number of producers who selected alternate materials based on REI, PHI, pollinator protection, etc. |
| 1042.3) | 0 |
Number of producers who tested pesticide application water for pH, alkalinity or other characteristics |
| 1042.1) | 0 |
Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment |
| 1042.2) | 0 |
Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance |
| 1042.7) | 1 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.6) | 0 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.5) | 0 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
Author: David Embrey
Major Program: Chemical Management
To say that the Covid-19 pandemic has been a challenge is an understatement. It has drastically reshaped the way we work, shop, entertain, and interact with one another. In Extension, it has forced County Agents to come up with alternate ways to continue delivering educational programming without being able to hold face-to-face meetings. Electronic media, such as Zoom, has begun to be used to get programs to the intended audiences.The Old Mammoth Cave Area Agriculture Agents have hosted a Southe
