Pesticide applicator training scheduled for agricultural producers

Agricultural producers needing a private applicator license are invited to a pesticide training on Thursday, March 14, 2023, starting at 9:00 a.m., at the Black Belt Research and Extension Center (BBREC). The BBREC is located at 60 County Road 944 in Marion Junction, AL 36759. The training will be taught by Regional Extension Agent, Blake Lanton. Please contact Blake (256-214-9630) or the Dallas County Extension Office (334- 875-3200) for more details or to register.

The meeting will include pesticide training on several topics including understanding pesticide product labels along with application and handling safety. A test will be administered following the training to producers applying for a private applicator license. A score of 70 or better is needed to pass the test. After passing the test, a producer can apply for a license with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI). The producer will need to submit the license application and a $25 license fee to the ADAI.

A private pesticide applicator is a certified applicator that produces an agricultural commodity on owned, rented, or leased property or on an employer’s agricultural property. The private applicator license is valid for 3 years. The cost for this training is $20. Participants can bring a check or money order payable to ACES with them on March 14th.

If you have any questions concerning the meeting or would like to register, contact the Dallas County Extension Office. The Dallas County Extension office number is (334) 875-3200.

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. We provide educational programs that serve all people regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, family/parental status, religion, sexual orientation, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. Please let us know if you have accessibility needs. Everyone is welcome!