Over the Top

In 2016 Dicamba was labeled for “Over the top application” (OTT) on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybeans.   Since that time there has been a growing concern about producers making spray applications and the liability of doing so.  In the last 8 years we have seen an increase in the number of custom commercial applicators.   As more and more producers look for options to limit their liability, we see them turning to custom spray applicators.

On February, 8^th 2024 the Christian County Cooperative Extension service partnered with Hutson John Deere to host a commercial spray clinic training.  Every three years licensed operators are required to obtain 10 hours of continuing education.  At this training, operators received 3 hours continuing education credits toward their certification.   All that attended had an increase in knowledge of chemicals and chemical application methods.  They were updated with new rules and regulations that pertain to commercial operators.  

In total, over 125 commercial spray applicators received 3 hours of continuing education toward their certification.  They also had an increase in knowledge of the chemical industry in which they work.   That very morning a new regulation was updated concerning Dicamba OTT applications.  Producers were provided with the new regulation almost instantly.  That’s what we call spray application information “Over the top.”