EPA Releases Pesticide and Endangered Species Educational Resources Toolbox
October 25, 2024
The EPA’s toolbox offers resources like handouts, guidance documents, presentations and webinars to help farmers, crop consultants and environmental educators understand and comply with pesticide regulations related to endangered species.
This Week on N Field: Pesticide — Roundup
July 12, 2024
When you're grabbing herbicide at the local box store, it's crucial to take a minute to review the active ingredients before heading to checkout. Extension Educator Amy Timmerman explains in this new segment of N Field.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Private Pesticide Applicator Training Course Offered in Spanish for 2024
January 17, 2024
The Spanish training course covers all required materials for individuals to get a private applicator license or recertification for restricted use pesticides.