UW extension offers private pesticide applicator education programs

The University of Wyoming Extension will offer private pesticide applicator education programs across the state from late January through March.

These four-hour educational sessions provide an overview of certification requirements for private applicators, pertinent laws and regulations, pesticide safety and handling, groundwater contamination, pesticide disposal and more.

Upon completion of an educational session, applications for private applicator licenses will be submitted to the Wyoming Department of Agriculture for approval and issuance of licenses. Private pesticide applicator licenses are required for anyone who applies or supervises the application of Restricted Use Pesticides (RUPs).

Dates, locations and contacts for 2023 education programs are listed below. Details are also available at https://bit.ly/wy-psep-private.

Contact UW Extension Pesticide Safety Education Program Coordinator Jeff Edwards at [email protected] or (307) 837-2956 with questions.

In Crook County the following classes will be offered:

• March 22, 12-4 p.m., Crook County Extension – Community Room, 309 E. Cleveland St., Sundance

• March 23, 12-4 p.m., Greater Hulett Community Center, 401 Sager Ave., Hulett

• March 24, 12-4 p.m., Moorcroft Town Center, 103 S. Belle Fourche Ave., Moorcroft

Contact: Jaycie Arndt, (307) 673-2856 for more info or to register for the classes.