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Got an RUP Dicamba Question? Check Out These FAQs
Protective Gloves, Clothing for Pesticide Applicators
Laundering Pesticide-Contaminated Clothing
Key Findings of the Agricultural Health Study Since 2015
March 6, 2019
How can agricultural chemicals affect your health? Research results from the Agricultural Health Study (AHS) since 2015 show impacts and areas where you can take steps to protect your health.
Pesticide Safety Education Featured in February
February 1, 2019
February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month. In Nebraska, more than 30,200 people have been trained and certified to be restricted use pesticide applicators, about 9,700 of which will be recertified in 2019.
2019 FAQ for RUP Dicamba Herbicides (FeXapan™, Engenia® and XtendiMax®)
January 30, 2019
"If I had RUP dicamba training in 2018, do I need training in 2019?" The answer to that question, which is "Yes," and other questions about training and new application requirements for the three RUP dicamba products are covered in this FAQ.
Applying Pesticides Safely
January 7, 2019
The world of pesticides is continually evolving. In spite of this, there are many basic principles that commercial and noncommercial applicators should always follow when handling or using pesticides.
Revamped Online RUP Private Applicator Training Now Available
December 13, 2018
Nebraska Extension’s newly revamped, more user-friendly private applicator online training program is now available. It is an alternative to attending a PSEP training session or using self-study printed materials.
Private Applicators: Look to Pesticide Label Changes, Avoiding Off-target Movement in 2019 Training
December 13, 2018
Nebraska Extension training is available for private pesticide applications seeking certification or recertification at approximately 200 sessions.
Commercial/Noncommercial Applicators: Extension Training Available February-April
December 13, 2018
In 2019 approximately 3,200 commercial and noncommercial pesticide applicators will need to be recertified in Nebraska. They include fumigators, ornamental and turf applicators, exterminators, and others.
Think Your Sprayer's Clean? Think Again
June 6, 2018
A 120-foot sprayer can have as many as 96 nozzles and screens and stow away as much as 15 gallons of pesticide residue in its nooks and crannies after an application is done. Consider these tips for thoroughly cleaning your sprayer to avoid off-target contamination.