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The Board of Pesticides Control and the University of Maine Cooperative Extension have previously hosted fall credit programs. Due to Covid-19, this year we are hosting live virtual programs for applicators to earn recertification credits. There is no cost for these programs, and each is worth two recertification credits. Pre-registration is required. The details are as follows:
Turfgrass Insect Pest Management
- October 6, 2020, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, OR
- October 7, 2020 , 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Online Recertification Class, Via Zoom Platform: Join Dr. Benjamin McGraw, Associate Professor of Turfgrass Science at Pennsylvania State University, for a presentation over cultural, mechanical, and biological control strategies of insect turf pests. Basic turf management to reduce inputs and chemical control will be covered. Approved for 2 pesticide credits.
Preregistration is required. Please register here.
Browntail Moth
- October 13, 2020, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, OR
- October 14, 2020 , 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Online Recertification Class, Via Zoom Platform: Speakers: Angela Mech, Assistant Professor of Forest Entomology, University of Maine School of Biology and Ecology; Thomas Schmeelk, Entomologist, Maine Forest Service; Board of Pesticides Control staff with the BPC Update. Approved for 2 pesticide credits.
Preregistration is required. Please register here.
Vegetation Management
- October 20, 2020, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, OR
- October 21, 2020 , 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Location: Online Recertification Class, Via Zoom Platform: Speakers: Robert Moosmann, Statewide Vegetation Manager, Maine Department of Transportation; Nancy Olmstead, Invasive Plant Biologist, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry; Board of Pesticides Control staff with the BPC Update. Pre-registration is required. Approved for 2 pesticide credits.
Preregistration is required. Please register here.
Recertification Credit Opportunities
If you prefer pre-recorded on-line programs, there are numerous classes listed on our credit calendar page.
Thank you and stay safe.
Maine Board of Pesticides Control
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