UGA Pesticide Safety Education Program @ugapsep
UGA PSEP is a @ugaextension program that provides pesticide safety education and trainings for private, commercial, and residential applicators in GA. Joined August 2022-
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Thoroughly washing all produce can reduce pesticide residue, even if it is organic or will be peeled. Use running water rather than soaking or dunking it. Want more information? Call us (800-858-7378 M-F 8am-12pm PST) or visit our webpage npic.orst.edu/health/foodpra…
EPA is hosting a public meeting for the LCP Chemicals #Superfund Site in Brunswick, GA on Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Rise Risley Community Center in the Jackson Building at 1800 Albany St. in Brunswick. More details about the site are available at epa.gov/superfund/lcp-….
There are approximately one million certified pesticide applicators in the United States. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…)
February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month! Be on the lookout for daily safety tips throughout February. Remember, the Label is the Law and Personal Protective Equipment is only effective if used properly. Follow us @pesticidesafete pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
¡Febrero es el mes de la educación acerca de la seguridad con los pesticidas! ¿Sabe usted si está usando pesticidas de manera segura en su casa? En esta página web puede encontrar consejos para mantener a su familia y comunidad segura. espanol.epa.gov/sites/default/… #NPSEM #Pesticidas
We released our draft biological evaluation for the insecticide cyantraniliprole. Submit a comment by April 1st at regulations.gov/docket/EPA-HQ-…
Increasing the pesticide rate beyond the maximum allowed on the label has no advantages. Applying higher than labeled rates is not only illegal, it can promote the development of resistance and will add cost. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
Respirator filters, canisters, or cartridges must be replaced according to manufacturer and pesticide instructions, and whenever damage, breathing resistance, odor, taste, or irritation occurs. If w/o label instructions EPA guidelines suggest replacement after 8 hours of use.
🚨The @GaDeptAg Pesticide Div. has scheduled a GA Clean Day for March, 29th 2023 in Coffee County. For more information on what pesticides you can safely dispose of & how to pre-register (required) please visit agr.georgia.gov/pesticide-wast… 🚨
Think twice about late plantings of winter annual #forages! The #risk may not outweigh the reward. Sometimes that seed is better left in the bag for next season! #GeorgiaForages #UGAExtension
🚨CEU Opportunities!🚨 McDuffie County Extension is offering credit opportunities for Cat 10 (Private) and Commercial Cat 21, 23, 24, and 31 Thursday, January 12th from 3:00-5:00pm for FREE! Location: 337 Main St. Thomson, GA. Register here: ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9y…
Learn about @EPA’s plans to better protect threatened and endangered species from pesticides! #2022inReview epa.gov/endangered-spe…
Store pesticides tightly closed in their original labeled containers, and never transfer them to a secondary container for storage. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
The EPA is hosting a 90 minute webinar on Protecting Species through Pesticide Registration Review to share an update on efforts to better protect non-target species. November 17, at Noon. Pre-register: register.gotowebinar.com/register/63764…
Dr Hand & Dr Monfort: If cotton defoliated in past week, pick ASAP particularly if variety prone to “falling out”. If not, defoliate after storm. Dig pnut field risky to disease, poor stem strength, over mature & nuts coming loose in hull. If healthy vines leave in ground for now
This week is National Farm Safety and Health Week. Protect yourself from pesticide exposures at work.
🚨CEU Opportunities!🚨 Prepare and review for the Cat. 24 O&T Exam (offered in English and Spanish) online or in person (Griffin, GA) on Thursday, September 22nd. Registration closes Friday, September 16th! eventbrite.com/e/category-24-…
Did you know that there are specific respirators that are more effective for specific work settings? What better time to prepare for #Harvest22 than #RespiratoryProtectionWeek with these Respirator Selection resources from @AgriSafeNetwork. agrisafe.org/healthcare/res…
Free WPS (Worker Protection Standard) webinars. The next one is September 12 from 12:30 - 1:30 PM. Learn more or register at extension.umn.edu/event/worker-p…
newswire.caes.uga.edu/story/9017/saf… UGA PSEP welcomes new coordinator, Dr. Allison Johnson. This account will serve as a resource for pesticide safety news and updates on exciting changes to the program!
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February is National Pesticide Safety Education month. Follow @pesticidesafete to get more tips, like the one below, all month long!
Increasing the pesticide rate beyond the maximum allowed on the label has no advantages. Applying higher than labeled rates is not only illegal, it can promote the development of resistance and will add cost. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
EPA is hosting a public meeting for the LCP Chemicals #Superfund Site in Brunswick, GA on Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. at the Rise Risley Community Center in the Jackson Building at 1800 Albany St. in Brunswick. More details about the site are available at epa.gov/superfund/lcp-….
Retailers who sell pesticides to the public should be diligent in promoting safe use. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…)
Handle left-over spray, rinse material, and contaminated clothing as pesticide material. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…)
There are approximately one million certified pesticide applicators in the United States. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…)
Use nonvolatile formulations when the vapor pressure of the pesticide favors off-site movement to sensitive areas. pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
Reusable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be discarded if not cleaned and maintained properly, because there is a significant risk of pesticide exposure before and during the next use. Follow us @pesticidesafete pesticidestewardship.org/national-pesti…
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