Mark VanGessel, Extension Weed Specialist; mjv@udel.edu
Paraquat now requires training for all applicators, mixers, and handlers. Training certificates need to be updated every three years and since this rule went into effect four years ago, those who participated in training the initial year, need to take it again.
Syngenta is offering a free webinar on either April 30 at 1pm or May 1 at 2pm. Registration is at https://syngenta.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D4RPlS2_RAyWTDJ_tBtv3A#/registration. This training is valid for all formulations of paraquat. Additional free training being offered by Syngenta in May. Registration for those sessions is available here: https://syngenta.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oyHHgBXdS_6l_OiEMHz0_A#/registration. Check the announcements section for additional information on free trainings from Syngenta.
The National Pesticide Safety Education Center continues to offer an online training but has started to charge $25 per applicator. This option is available at https://npsec.us/paraquat