Extension
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| 1042 - Chemical Management | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1042.3) | 4 |
Number of producers who tested pesticide application water for pH, alkalinity or other characteristics |
| 1042.5) | 6 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
| 1042.6) | 9 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.7) | 6 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.2) | 4 |
Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance |
| 1042.1) | 15 |
Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment |
| 1042.4) | 4 |
Number of producers who selected alternate materials based on REI, PHI, pollinator protection, etc. |
Author: Chad Allen
Major Program: Chemical Management
On May 17th, 2024, the Floyd County extension office held a private pesticide applicator training to educate participates on proper application, disposal, restrictions, mixtures, and labels on restricted chemicals that may be used with this license and how it affects the environment. We had 10 people attend this 3-hour session and all were awarded their 3-year license at the end of the class. The improvement in understanding from the start to the end of the sessi
