The 2021 “Using Pesticides Wisely” trainings will begin in March and will be virtual. UPW trainings are for those applying and using the herbicide technologies listed below. Everyone will be required to take it this year regardless of whether you took it within the last two years. Please see the requirements for each of the herbicide technologies below.
All applicators driving the tractor/sprayer applying these herbicides (Engenia, FeXapan, Tavium and XtendiMax) must attend Using Pesticides Wisely during 2021 prior to using these products. As mandated by federal law, one must hold a private or commercial pesticide license to apply these products. Labels specifically state “To be certified applicators only; NOT to be used by uncertified persons working under the supervision of a certified applicator, except that uncertified person may transport containers.”
All persons in charge of in-season applications of Enlist or Enlist One in Enlist cotton or soybeans must attend Using Pesticide Trainings prior to using these products.
I would also like to mention, all applicators applying paraquat will have to have a private or commercial pesticide license. They are also required to complete an EPA-approved training module before applying. EPA-Approved Paraquat Training site is located here: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-worker-safety/paraquat-dichloride-training-certified-applicators . Be sure to print the Certificate of Completion for your records.
The dates, times and other pertinent information in regard to the UPW Virtual Trainings are in the flyer HERE. Please let me know if you have any questions.
