February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month, and pest control safety is the theme. Here are some helpful tips and resources to ensure you stay safe during the upcoming spring application season.
Author: Nate Bortz
Forest Pest Management: What to Know and Why It’s Important
Learn about why we must protect our forests and how integrated pest management must evolve to keep up with emerging threats.
Weed Spread – What to Know and How to Prevent It
When left alone, weeds can harm people, the environment, and the economy. This blog discusses how weeds spread and explains some of the best ways to control them.
How to Renew Your New York Pesticide Certification
Here’s a simple guide explaining how to renew your New York pesticide applicator certification — both commercial and private.
EPA Looking for Comments on Sulfoxaflor Products
The EPA recently released an updated draft biological evaluation on the effects of sulfoxaflor on pollinators. This blog discusses the context of this new evaluation and gives you the link to share your sulfoxaflor experiences with the EPA.
Why Exam Prep Is Important for Pesticide Applicator Certification
Becoming a certified pesticide applicator involves a lot of important training. That’s why we’ve created exam prep courses to help you become certified!
New Glyphosate EPA Evaluation Receives Mixed Response
New EPA evaluations for three common herbicides have created mixed reactions from farmer and environmental advocacy groups. Learn more here!
Benefits of Online, Company-Wide WPS Training
See how our online company-wide WPS safety training program can help save your business time and money!
EPA Ending Temporary COVID-19 Guidance
On August 10th, the EPA announced their June 2020 temporary COVID-19 guidance (and May 2021 amendment) for agricultural pesticide handlers will end on August 19, 2021.
California Declares Quarantine Against Spotted Lanternfly
Earlier this month, the California Department of Agriculture declared a statewide quarantine to try and keep spotted lanternfly from entering the state. Here’s everything you need to know as an applicator!