Dicamba Changes for 2018
Documenting Climate Data Relative to Pesticide Injury
New Southeast Nebraska Sprayer Clinic Feb. 8
The Southeast Nebraska Corn Growers Association and Nebraska Extension are teaming up to sponsor a new activity for area pesticide spray operators. A sprayer applicator clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wedneday, Feb. 8 at the 4-H Building in Crete at the Tuxedo Park and Fairgrounds. Doors will open for registration at 9 a.m.
Revisions to Worker Protection Standard Effective January 2017
Cleaning Pesticide Application Equipment
Pesticide Particles Can Drift Afar through Inversion Phenomenon
Pesticide applicators must be aware of changing weather conditions to make proper applications and reduce the chance for off-target drift. Off-target drift can damage sensitive crops, other plants, trees, and shrubs, as well as harm people, pollinators, and animals.
Calibrating Your Sprayer for Effective Application
Uneven pressure throughout the sprayer boom can mean uneven application of pesticides. The first step in sprayer calibration is to determine that the spray pressure is equal throughout the spray boom.