Barren County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021
| 1042 - Chemical Management | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1042.4) | 0 |
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) | 20 |
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) | 0 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.6) | 24 |
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 |
Success Stories
2020 SOKY Commercial Pesticide Training
Author: Christopher Schalk
Major Program: Chemical Management
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed how Extension Agents are able to deliver quality educational programs to our clientele during this health crisis. Most in-person meetings are currently not an option. Agents have become more reliant on virtual programs and social media.The Mammoth Cave ANR/Hort agents in our ten county area have hosted the SOKY Commercial Pesticide Training for several years. This gives agribusinesses, turf professionals, and landscapers an opportunity to obtain their continuing
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