Nevada Pesticide Applicator's Certification Workbook

The Nevada Pesticide Applicator's Certification Workbook has been recently updated and is available for download below from the Nevada Department of Agriculture. In Nevada, the certification process for pesticide applicators consists of a general test and one or more category tests. All pesticide applicators should be familiar with the General Knowledge sections of the manual. Individual categories also require testing for certification. You may download the general knowledge sections and your category(ies) of interest. You can also order a hard copy of the workbook using this order form. Contact Carrie Jensen at carriejensen@unr.edu if you have questions.

 
Hefner, M., 2023, Nevada Pesticide Applicators Certification Workbook, Extension | University of Nevada, Reno
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Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management program is a long-term management strategy that uses a combination of tactics to reduce pests to tolerable levels with potentially lower costs for the pest manager and minimal effect on the environment.

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A workforce development program to train green industry professionals, who receive continuing education units for pesticide applicator, ISA-certified arborist and Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper

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Extension’s Pesticide Safety Education Program provides web-based training for pesticide applicators seeking to apply restricted and general use pesticides safely, properly and according to the law. Pesticide licensure and certification is administered by the Nevada Department of Agriculture.