Bureau County Republican

Private pesticide testing-only session being offered on Jan. 29

OTTAWA — The University of Illinois Extension - Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit announced it will offer a testing-only session and certification program for private pesticide applicators. The session is in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

Preregistration is required. Certification is required to apply restricted use pesticides. The session is in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Agriculture.

Testing only will be from noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the University of Illinois Extension - Marshall-Putnam Office, 509 Front St. in Henry. To register, call the University of Illinois Extension - Marshall-Putnam Office by Tuesday, Jan. 28, at 309-364-2356. There is no charge for the testing. If someone needs a reasonable accommodation, indicate when registering.

Private Applicator Manuals and workbooks can be purchased online or at local Extension offices in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and Oglesby on the Illinois Valley Community College campus. Questions may be directed to Daryle Wragge, ag program coordinator, at 309-364-2356.