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Private Applicator Training for Crops
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training for crops on April 15, 2026, from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CT (12:30 - 3:30 p.m. MT). Participants have the option to attend online or at various locations across the state.
Private Applicator Training for Specialty Crops
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training for specialty crops on March 18, 2026, from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CT (12:30 - 3:30 p.m. MT). Participants have the option to attend online or at various locations across the state.
Private Applicator Training for Crops
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training for crops on February 11, 2026, from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. CT (12:30 - 3:30 p.m. MT). Participants have the option to attend online or at various locations across the state.
Commercial Applicator Training @ Ft. Pierre
SDSU Extension will host commercial applicator training in Ft. Pierre at the AmericInn by Wyndham (312 Island Dr, Ft. Pierre SD 57532) on February 26, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST.
Commercial Applicator Training @ Brookings
SDSU Extension will host commercial applicator training in Brookings at McCrory Gardens (631 22nd Ave, Brookings, SD 57006) on February 5, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST.
Commercial Applicator Training @ Aberdeen
SDSU Extension will host commercial applicator training in Aberdeen at the Dakota Event Center (720 Lamont St S, Aberdeen, SD 57401) on February 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CST.
Fumigation Endorsement Private Applicator Training
SDSU Extension will host a free private applicator training on March 12, 2026, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. CDT (1:00 - 2:00 p.m. MT).
Private Applicator Training for Pesticides
Private applicator certification is required before an agricultural producer can purchase or use a restricted use pesticide.
2026 Commercial Applicator Training Online Course
SDSU Extension partners with DANR to offer pesticide certification program required for commercial applicators. The 2026 online course will be offered through Traininghouse and will be open from December 3, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
Commercial Ornamental/Turf Applicator Training @ Rapid City
SDSU Extension will host ornamental and turf commercial applicator training in Rapid City at the Ramkota (2111 N LaCrosse St, Rapid City, SD 57701) on February 25, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. MT.