Extension
It Starts With Us
| 1042 - Chemical Management | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1042.3) | 15 |
Number of producers who tested pesticide application water for pH, alkalinity or other characteristics |
| 1042.5) | 90 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
| 1042.6) | 50 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.7) | 10 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.2) | 15 |
Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance |
| 1042.1) | 90 |
Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment |
| 1042.4) | 10 |
Number of producers who selected alternate materials based on REI, PHI, pollinator protection, etc. |
Author: Daniel Carpenter
Major Program: Chemical Management
Around 4.5 million dollars are invested annually on pesticides applied to Hardin County farmland for control of insects, weeds, and disease. In addition to the difficult decision of how to most effectively utilize pesticide resources, farms must also consider employee and personal protection, environmental stewardship, and nearby sensitive area considerations in their pesticide management decisions. Over 60 Hardin County farmers and employees received private pesticide applicator cer
