Pesticide Application

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Drone applications of pesticides require farmers to meet strict FAA and Nebraska licensing regulations to ensure safety and compliance.

Drones and the Nebraska Pesticide Act

December 5, 2024
This article reviews drone regulatory requirements under Nebraska law, outlining the certifications and licensing required to ensure compliance with aerial application standards for Nebraska producers.  

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Producers, landowners and pesticide applicators are invited to attend an upcoming webinar on pesticide application changes to better understand what options they have in order to continue using insecticides, fungicides and herbicides for pest management.

Webinar on New EPA Pesticide Labels and Mitigations for Producers Nov. 20

November 18, 2024
What do the changes related to pesticide applications mean for landowners and pesticide applicators in the Midwest? Find out during this webinar, hosted by the North Central IPM Center.

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This Week on N Field: FieldCheck

April 26, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares details on the FieldWatch platform, including the FieldCheck app, which can help producers and pesticide applicators protect pesticide-sensitive crops and insects by preventing drift.

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Army Cutworm Scouting Urged in Western Nebraska Wheat and Alfalfa

March 6, 2024
With recent warm weather, army cutworms have been spotted in southern Sioux County and central Lincoln County. Producers should begin scouting for this pest to mitigate crop damage, particularly in winter wheat and alfalfa.

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In Nebraska, all applicators who handle restricted-use pesticides, as well as general-use pesticides for structural or ornamental/turf pest control, or outdoor vector control on behalf of a political subdivision of the state, must be certified/licensed. More info on applicator certification categories can be found here.

Commercial and Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator Training in 2024

January 17, 2024
Recertification for commercial/noncommercial pesticide applicator licenses expiring in 2024 must be completed in person or online by Monday, April 15.

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In Nebraska, residents must be 18 years or older and certified/licensed by the state to purchase and use restricted-use pesticides. Nebraska pesticide applicator licenses are valid for a period of three years.

Pesticide Safety Certification Training for Private Applicators in 2024

January 17, 2024
Producers who need to acquire or renew a private pesticide applicator license this year can choose between several options, including in-person training, online self-study programs, and an NDA-administered exam.

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Learn more about the practice of chemigation, industry regulations and certification requirements on the Pesticide Safety Education Program site.

Chemigation Training in 2024

January 17, 2024
Chemigation training for Nebraskans will be offered at nearly 50 in-person sessions from now through April, as well as online.

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The Pesticide Safety Education Program website has more information on training programs for Nebraskans seeking licensure for pesticide application.

Online Courses for Pesticide Applicator, Chemigation Training in 2024

January 17, 2024
Nebraskans can access several courses online for pesticide certification training in 2024, including commercial/noncommercial applicator, private applicator, chemigation and the new Spanish course for private pesticide applicators.

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