Extension
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| 1042 - Chemical Management | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1042.3) | 0 |
Number of producers who tested pesticide application water for pH, alkalinity or other characteristics |
| 1042.5) | 312 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
| 1042.6) | 318 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.7) | 0 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.2) | 29 |
Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance |
| 1042.1) | 118 |
Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment |
| 1042.4) | 16 |
Number of producers who selected alternate materials based on REI, PHI, pollinator protection, etc. |
Author: Taylor Graves
Major Program: Chemical Management
Each year the Washington County extension office will host at least one pesticide training. This allow producers to receive their personal applicators license so that they can purchase and spray chemicals on their farm. We were fortunate enough to have this meeting in person this year. We had a decent turnout of eight clients, two of which had not received their applicators license before. Topics for the meeting included: Weed control in pastures, proper storage, handling of pesticides, an
