Private Pesticide Continuing Instruction Course offered in Sigourney

Sigourney — Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Keokuk County office will be offering two opportunities to attend the Private Pesticide Applicator Continuing Instruction Course (P-CIC), led by Extension Field Agronomist, Rebecca Vittetoe. The first session is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27 at 9:30 a.m. located at the Keokuk County Expo Hall. The course will be offered again on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 1:30 p.m., located at the Keokuk County Expo Hall. Preregistration may be required. Walk-ins on the day of the program will only be admitted if room allows. Please preregister online or call Emily Belvel at 641-622-2680 to register.

The course will run for approximately 2 ½ hours including check-in and breaks. The registration fee is $30. To register or to obtain additional information about the P-CIC, contact your county extension office.

The course will fulfill 2024-2025 recertification requirements for private pesticide applicators. Topics to be covered include:

· Pesticide use and the environment

· Pesticide labels and comprehension, including restricted entry interval and preharvest interval

· Pests, pest management, and pesticides