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New Extension Training Available for Applicators of RUP Dicamba
January 10, 2018
Online training is available for Nebraska applicators who plan to use new restricted use pesticide (RUP) dicamba products in 2018. Nebraska Extension, working with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, developed the core curriculum, which is also being used for training at Crop Production Clinics and some in-person training sites.
Applying Pesticides Safely
January 8, 2018
The world of pesticides is continually evolving; however, many basic principles of pesticide use for commercial and noncommercial applicators remain the same. It is vital to become familiar with how a product should be properly applied by reading and following its label. Listed here are some basic steps and a number of Nebraska Extension resources for further information. An article from the Proceedings of the 2018 Nebraska Extension Crop Production Clinics.
Nebraska Extension Offers 2018 Training for Commercial, Noncommercial Pesticide Applicators
December 13, 2017
Training will be offered January-April for Nebraska's commercial and noncommercial pesticide applicators seeking first-time certification or recertification of their license to buy or use restricted use pesticides in 2018. Find a site near you.
Resistance, Safety are Key Topics in Private Pesticide Applicator Training
December 13, 2017
Private pesticide applicators holding licenses that expire in 2018, as well as anyone seeking first-time private applicator certification, can contact their local Nebraska Extension office for information on pesticide safety education training sessions. About 200 statewide sessions will be held January-April.
Look Up! Avoid Power Line Deaths this Harvest Season
September 11, 2017
This harvest season stay alert to overhead power lines and keep equipment at least 10 feet away, particularly at row ends and when working in unfamiliar fields. If equipment does hit a power line, follow the guide here to stay safe.
Chemical-Resistant Gloves May Help Prevent Parkinson's
March 14, 2017
One key to pesticide safety is literally in the palm of your hand: wearing proper gloves.
Revisions to Worker Protection Standard Effective January 2017
January 10, 2017
Agricultural workers and handlers will have increased protection under revisions to the Worker Protection Standards that became effective in January 2017 and additional regulations that will become effective in January 2018.
Herbicide Resistance, Safety Are Key Topics in Private Pesticide Applicator Training
December 12, 2016
Private pesticide applicators holding licenses that expire in 2017, as well as anyone seeking first-time private applicator certification, can contact their local Nebraska Extension office for pesticide safety education training sessions. About 200 statewide sessions will be held January through April.