Private Pesticide Applicator Certification

Using restricted use pesticides in your fields?
You MUST be certified in Wisconsin.

How do I know when my certification expires?

Applicators must be cognizant of their certification and dates of validity. You can check your status on the Certified Pesticide Applicator Database Search from the State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

What are my training and testing options?

Pesticide Applicator Certification training is available in person (via livestream zoom), pre-recorded video online or Self-Study. To achieve this certification, you must purchase the General Farming Manual and take a test. Training is optional. Certification is valid for five (5) years.

The General Farming Manual is only available at the WI Pesticide Applicator Training Online Store. Books are $40 each. Books MUST be purchased prior to any training. Don’t like that internet stuff? Order by mail with the printed form. Order forms can also be picked up in the Extension office.

What is Extension Dodge County offering?

Dodge County will be having an in-person live stream zoom training & testing at the Dodge County Administration Building on 2024 date TBD. Lunch is not provided, please plan accordingly.

More Information:

Contact Extension Dodge County at 920-386-3790 or visit our General Farming Pesticide Certification page and the Pesticide Applicator Training website for more information.

Our in-person date does not work for your schedule? You can find trainings in other counties.

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