Missouri ag producers who need to obtain or renew a private pesticide applicator license to purchase restricted-use pesticides can attend an on-line Zoom class or attend an in-person class, according to Pat Miller, University of Missouri Extension agronomist. Producers can register for the classes at the following link: https://extension.missouri.edu/programs/pesticide-applicator-training. Or producers can call the extension center to register for the in-person classes. Producers can attend any of the Zoom classes taught by MU specialists across the state.
Here are the local in-person classes Miller is hosting:
February 24 at 2 p.m. First Baptist Church, 505 Walnut, Osceola. Register by 4 p.m. on 2/21 at 417-646-2419 or go to: Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Osceola | MU Extension (missouri.edu)
March 1 at 6 p.m. Home Ec Bldg., Vernon Co. Fairgrounds, 1488 E Ashland, Nevada. Register by 4 p.m. on 2/25 at 417-448-2560 or go to: Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Nevada | MU Extension (missouri.edu)
March 7 at 9 a.m. Sheriff’s Annex, 11 W Dakota on the square, Butler. Register by 4 p.m. on 3/3 at 660-679-4167 or go to: Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Butler – Morning Session | MU Extension (missouri.edu)
March 7 at 2 p.m. Sheriff’s Annex, 11 W Dakota on the square, Butler. Register by 4 p.m. on 3/3 at 660-679-4167 or go to: Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Butler – Afternoon Session | MU Extension (missouri.edu)
March 14 at 6 p.m. Cass Co. Extension Center, 201 W Wall, Harrisonville. Register by 4 p.m. on 3/11 at 816-380-8460 or go to: Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Harrisonville | MU Extension (missouri.edu)
In case of bad weather, the classes may be rescheduled. Let us know two weeks prior to the class if you need any special accommodations.
The manual, which is still the 2007 M87, is strongly recommended but not required.
Manuals can be purchased at: https://extension.missouri.edu/m87 for $25 plus shipping. Allow time for shipping if you want to have the manual for the class. Manual costs have gone up considerably so if you are recertifying and already have a manual, you can avoid purchasing one by bringing the one you have.
Producers who need to avoid public settings due to health reasons, can check with their local extension center for an in-office option. This class also completes the EPA worker protection training program for ag employees who handle pesticides. Miller reminds producers that if their license expired in 2021 or earlier, they need to use the form for a new license instead of the one for recertification.
If ag producers have questions or need more information, they can contact Pat Miller, agronomy specialist, at 417-448-2560. University of Missouri Extension programs are open to all.
