PROGRAM - PESTICIDE CONTROL 



GOAL : 



To control the useage and sale of pesticides for the protection 



of Montana's citizens and their environment, while continuing 



to provide for sufficient production of quality food and fibre 

 products. 



OBJECTIVE ; 



Register all pesticide products and license applicators, dealers, 

 and retailers for enforcement and control requirements. Imple- 

 ment a pesticide liability regulation as required by law. 



Provide comprehensive study materials and examinations for applica- 

 tors and dealers. Initiate programs for continuing inspection and 

 evaluation of applicators and dealers to monitor qualification com- 

 pliance. 



Investigate all environmental and crop damages and implement 

 necessary preventative and remedial programs. 



ACHIEVEMENTS : 



Seven specialized training sessions were conducted to upgrade 

 applicator qualifications. 



Examinations for licensing applicators and dealers were held in 

 fourteen locations throughout the State in an effort to expedite 

 and facilitate public compliance with the regulations. 



Investigated the following programs and problems relating to pesticide 

 usage: 



Control of big sagebrush in Beaverhead County 



Investigated several herbicide damage problems in the Havre 

 area. 



Evaluated the rabid skunk control program in northeastern 

 Montana. 



The departmental council on rodents and rabid skunks completed their 

 review and evaluation of these programs; prepared an interim report 

 and legislation for the 43rd legislature. Council activities ended 

 June 30, 1973 and a final report has been prepared. 



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