Computer Lab for Producers Available at Barton, Dade and Jasper County Offices
Online training on synthetic auxin herbicides (dicamba and 2,4-D products) is now available, says University of Missouri Extension agronomy field scientist Jill Scheidt.
For more information about the online course, go to https://extension2.missouri.edu/synthetic-auxin-applicator-training-certified-2019
The Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA) requires certified applicators to complete online or in-person training annually before buying or using synthetic auxin herbicide-tolerant products. Only certified applicators may purchase and/or use Engenia, XtendiMax or Fexapan.
Visit https://agriculture.mo.gov/plants/pesticides/ to learn more about Missouri’s requirements.
COMPUTER LAB OPTIONS
Several MU Extension offices in southwest Missouri are holding a computer lab option for producers to complete the online training module. This training is required on an annual basis to purchase any of the approved synthetic auxin herbicide-tolerant products: Engenia, XtendiMax, or FeXapan.
The training takes about two hours to complete and examines best management practices to ensure proper application of synthetic auxin herbicides such as 2,4-D and dicamba.
- March 9 – Barton Extension office in Lamar. Pre-registration required, call 417-682-3579
- March 10 – Dade Extension office in Greenfield. Pre-registration required, call 417-637-2112
- March 4 – Jasper Extension office in Carthage. Pre-registration required, call 417-358-2158
The enrollment fee of $40 must be paid with a credit card online when beginning the course.
MORE INFORMATION
To register or for more information, go to https://extension2.missouri.edu/synthetic-auxin-applicator-training-certified-2019 For questions about available computer labs, call the local office offering the lab.
