Extension
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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) | 0 |
Number of people who improved use of personal protection equipment |
| 1042.2) | 3 |
Number of producers who updated spray program to reduce risk of developing resistance |
| 1042.7) | 0 |
Number of producers who communicated with neighbor/users of pesticide sensitive areas around their farm, including posting signs |
| 1042.6) | 41 |
Number of people who evaluated weather conditions before applying chemicals |
| 1042.5) | 0 |
Number of producers who improved or maintained good practices in chemical handling, storage and/or disposal |
Author: T. Adam Probst
Major Program: Chemical Management
Due to gathering restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bourbon & Woodford County Extension Districts hosted a virtual workshop for producers to renew their Private Pesticide Applicator License. Virtual formats currently existed for new applicators, but there was a lack of resources for license renewals. Thirty-eight individuals were able to renew their licenses, with 15 from Woodford County. After the video training, participants were then tasked with stopping by the
