How Do I Get a Pesticide License?
To get a pesticide license there are a few steps to take, but it’s all pretty straightforward. Below is …
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Attend a Pesticide School
Pesticide Schools are hosted by the N.C. State Pesticide Safety Education Program with the help of the N.C. Cooperative …
Auxin Herbicide Required Training
All persons planning to apply dicamba (Engenia, FeXapan, or XtendiMax) to Xtend cotton or soybeans or 2,4-D (Enlist Duo …
Respirator Fit Testing Guidelines for North Carolina Pesticide Applicators
The US Environmental Protection Agency requires that all individuals working with pesticides labeled for respiratory protection complete the following …
Do You Need a Pesticide License or Certificate?
Click on the flowchart below to help you determine if you need a pesticide license or certificate. Also, there are …
Pesticide Storage Concerns During a Flood
Safe pesticide storage is essential, especially in disaster situations. Improperly stored pesticide products can pose significant threats to humans …
Pesticide Broadcast: National Poison Prevention Week: Simple Steps That You Can Take to Prevent Poisoning
During National Poison Prevention Week, March 16-22, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is highlighting the dangers of removing pesticides …
Pesticide Broadcast: EPA Reorganizes Pesticide Registration Information on Web
EPA has created a new area on its website that contains all of its information on pesticide registration. Pulling …
Pesticide Broadcast: EPA Proposes New Safety Measures to Protect Farm Workers From Harmful Pesticide Exposure
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced proposed revisions to the agricultural Worker Protection Standard in order to protect the nation’s …
Pesticide Broadcast: EPA Announces New Guidance and Policies for an Integrated Approach to Pesticide Testing and Assessment
The EPA is announcing the release of five new policies and guidance documents to advance the Pesticide Program’s (OPP) …
Pesticide Broadcast: USDA and EPA Release New Report on Honey Bee Health
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today released a comprehensive scientific report …
Pesticide Broadcast: EPA and NPMA Partner to Promote Bed Bug Awareness
The EPA is partnering with the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) to help raise public awareness about bed bugs …