Granite State Times

October 8, 2021

Fall Landscape Pesticide Education Workshop

November 16, 2021, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Puritan Conference & Event Center

245 Hooksett Road, Manchester, NH

 

Three pesticide recertification credits will be available pending state approval.

 

Cost: $85.00

This half-day workshop is designed for landscapers and licensed pesticide applicators. Over the course of the morning, you’ll learn how to prevent weeds, insects, and diseases from becoming resistant to pesticides with Emma Erler, UNH Extension Field Specialist in Landscape and Greenhouse Horticulture. In addition, Kyle Lombard, NH Division of Forests and Lands Forest Health Program Coordinator, will discuss the status and management of invasive insects in New Hampshire. Finally, David Rousseau, the Director of the Division of Pesticide Control at the NH Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food, will review important pesticide regulations that apply to all landscapers in the state.

 

Following the program, enjoy a catered lunch and time to visit and network with fellow green industry professionals. Co-sponsored by the New Hampshire Landscape Association.

 

Space: Limited to 50 participants, pre-registration required

 

Special COVID-19 Safety Precautions: The entire program will be held indoors, following current University of New Hampshire COVID-19 guidelines.

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