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| 1041 - Pesticide Safety – Plant Pests | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1041.1) | 45 |
Number of producers who plan to complete the Kentucky Pesticide Applicator Training |
| 1041.2) | 67 |
Number of producers who successfully completed Kentucky Pesticide Applicator Training |
| 1041.3) | 5 |
Number of producers who plan to train workers in worker protection standards (WPS) |
| 1041.4) | 0 |
Number of producers who trained workers in worker protection standards (WPS) |
| 1041.5) | 0 |
Number of producers who plan on making changes to their farm’s chemical handling, storage and disposal practices |
| 1041.6) | 0 |
Number of producers who changed aspects of their farm’s chemical handling, storage, and disposal practices |
| 1041.7) | 0 |
Number of producers with plans to communicate with neighbors around their farm about pesticide sensitive areas |
| 1041.8) | 0 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbors/users of pesticide-sensitive areas around their farm |
| 1041.9) | 0 |
Number of producers who plan to improve spray application record-keeping (including the posting of signage) as a result of participating in this program |
| 1041.10) | 0 |
Number of producers who improved spray application record keeping, including posting signage |
Author: Ricky Arnett
Major Program: Pesticide Safety – Plant Pests
The Green County Cooperative Extension Service Council and 4-H Teen Club identified the safety of youth in agriculture and the community as a critical goal for this past year. The Cooperative Extension Service, serving as the lead organization, teamed up with the Green County Cattlemen’s Association, and solicited support from the Progressive Farmer organization. The Cooperative Extension Service recruited several other partner organizations to assist in providing educational booths on top
