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Workshops$10.00
Agronomic Pesticide Update (Core | Cat. PC, 01, 18)
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 2 hoursGet your recertification by attending this 2 Core and 2 Category credit session for pesticide applicators. -
VideosIntegrated Pest Management (IPM) Scouting for Vegetables
Length 6:07With regular and systematic scouting you will be more able to detect plant problems before they get out of hand. -
Webinars$10.00
Agronomic Pesticide Update (Core | Cat. PC, 01, 18)
When 02/15/2023Get your recertification by attending this 2 Core and 2 Category credit webinar session for pesticide applicators. -
VideosBasal Bark: Herbicidal Treatment
Length 4:28This video is designed to give the basics of applying herbicide to the intact outer bark of a woody plant to manage competing and invasive species. -
NewsHow to Become a Private Certified Pesticide Applicator
Date Posted 11/29/2022New applicator? First time using restricted-use pesticides? Fumigants? Retesting after a lapsed license? These are the simplified steps to obtain a private pesticide license. -
Workshops$150.00
Pesticide Applicator Short Course (Core | Cats. 06, 07, 23)
When 03/13/2023Length 8 hrs. or moreBuild a foundation of knowledge about safe and proper handling and use of pesticides, and prepare for the certified pesticide applicator's exam for Core and Cats. 06, 07, and 23. -
NewsCrops Conferences and Crops Days: Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities
Date Posted 11/2/2022Please join us as a Sponsor or Exhibitor at the Penn State Extension Crops Conferences and Crops Days! A variety of educational programs will be offered. -
Workshops$150.00
Pesticide Applicator Short Course (Core | Cats. 06, 07, 10, 23)
When Multiple Options AvailableLength 6 optional days, 6 hours each dayThese courses prepare professionals in a classroom-style setting to take the certified pesticide applicator's exam for Core and Categories 06, 07, 10, and 23. -
ArticlesPesticide Applicator Short Courses
Pesticide applicator short courses prepare professionals in a classroom-style setting to take the certified pesticide applicator's exam. -
Webinars$20.00
Turf and Ornamentals: Pools
When 01/31/2023Length 2 hoursEarn Cat. 24 and PC credits while you learn about pool chemical problems and stabilizing pH levels, and more. -
ArticlesLate Fall Is the Time to Winterize Your Sprayers
Now that most of the field spraying is over for the season and the weather is turning colder it's time to winterize your pesticide sprayer before it gets too cold and causes damage to sprayer components. The following are tips to guide you. -
NewsTalking to Neighbors about Pesticides
Date Posted 10/5/2022Tips and obligations for private, commercial, and public applicators when neighbors ask about pesticides. -
Guides and Publications$35.00Pesticide Applicator Certification Study Materials - Right-of-Way and Weeds
Prepare for the Category 10 pesticide applicator certification exam. -
Guides and Publications$35.00Pesticide Applicator Certification Study Materials - Structural Fumigation
Prepare for the Category 13 certification exam for the use of a fumigant in or to a structure for the control of pests. -
Guides and Publications$30.00Pesticide Applicator Certification Study Materials - Public Health Invertebrate Pests
Prepare for the Category 16 certification exam for the use of a pesticide to manage and control invertebrate pests affecting public health. -
Guides and Publications$40.00Pesticide Applicator Certification Study Materials – Commodity and Space Fumigation
Prepare for the Category 20 pesticide applicator certification exam for the use of a fumigant to control pests in stored or in-transit commodities. -
ArticlesNew Exam Policy Released from PA Department of Agriculture
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has released a new policy on pesticide applicator certification category exams. -
ArticlesSo, You Need to Find Recertification Credits? We Can Help
Find available online recertification courses from Penn State Extension and PaPlants. -
ArticlesCore Topic Issue: Pesticide Storage Security
The following is a list of resources (articles, worksheets, and websites) that have information about pesticide storage and security. -
ArticlesPennsylvania Department of Agriculture Contacts
Find your Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Regional Office and contact information. -
ArticlesSoil Fumigation Resources from EPA
This EPA website provides training, outreach, and other resource materials for applicators and others interested in the requirements of using soil fumigants safely. -
Guides and Publications$10.00Pesticide Applicator Recertification Workbook: Pesticide Recordkeeping
Earn two Core pesticide recertification credits. Pesticide applicator recertification correspondence course workbook on pesticide recordkeeping.



