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| 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) | 17 |
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) | 20 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.6) | 20 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.5) | 20 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
Author: Joanna Coles
Major Program: Chemical Management
Application of crop protection chemicals and lawn/landscape chemicals are important industries in South Central Kentucky. Commercial applicators must receive training to stay current on issues, pests, techniques, and safety for the products they apply. They are required to receive 12 hours of continuing education during a three year cycle to maintain their applicator license; 3 of which hours must address specific topics that pertain to their license category. The Covid-19 pandemic has made it d
