PROGRAM ANALYSIS 



PESTICIDE CONTROL PROGRAM 



Goals 



The program goal is to protect man and the environment from any 

 potential acute or chronic pesticide injuries or damages. 



Objective 



Continue to improve program of pesticide product registration and 

 licensing of applicators, dealers, and retailers. 



Implement educational courses to improve qualifications of com- 

 mercial pesticide applicators and other interested parties. 



Develop a comprehensive study manual and examinations to test 

 pesticide applicators and dealers. 



Conduct a survey of the cherry production area in Northwest Montana 

 to define problems with cherry pests and the use of pesticides. 



Evaluation 



Registration of 2,222 pesticide products was completed. Licensing 

 of 614 applicators, 380 dealers, and 700 retailers. 



Three major educational courses for ornamental weed and cherry 

 applicators were completed (137 individuals) along with 14 other 

 smaller training courses. An "M-44" training program was also initiated. 



A study manual has been developed to assist all types of appli- 

 cators in improving their knowledge of pests and pesticides. 



The cherry survey was completed which has resulted in an improved 

 regulatory and service program. 



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