LA GRANGE – A private applicator license is required by the state, in order to purchase restricted use pesticides. In order to obtain a license, it is mandatory to attend a pesticide applicator training and pass a 100-question test. This course will teach participants proper procedures for applying pesticides. This is the training only. Testing procedures will be explained during the training. A pesticide applicator training has been scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 26. The training will be held at the Fayette County Agricultural Building at 255 Svoboda Ln., Room #104, in La Grange. Registration will begin at 7:45 a.m., with the program beginning promptly at 8 a.m.
The program costs $50 per person, and you must pre-register at the Fayette County Exten- sion Office by Feb. 24. The reg istration fee will cover the study manual, handouts, and refreshments. Please bring a pen and/or pencil and a simple calculator to aid with the training. If you have any questions, please call the Ex- tension Office at 979-968-5831.
Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid, service or accommodation in order to participate are encouraged to contact the Fayette County Ex- tension Office at 979-968-5831 two work days prior to the meeting to determine how reasonable accommodations can be made.
