Flood
Many South Dakotans are dealing with flood issues following recent blizzards and record-breaking rain.
Chemical Safety
All Chemical Safety Content
How to Properly Launder Insecticide-Contaminated Clothes
It is important to prevent insecticide exposure from occurring when laundering contaminated or potentially contaminated clothing.
Keep Your Hands Protected When Working With Insecticides!
One common misconception is that all chemical-resistant gloves provide the same amount of protection from insecticide products.
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2019 Private Applicator Certification
SDSU Extension will host Private Applicator training sessions at various locations across South Dakota.
Safety & Training
Covering the range from animal handling to equipment safety, including training and certification to keep producers and their workforce productive.
Reducing Insecticide Exposure: Proper Laundering of Contaminated Clothing
December 19, 2018
To prevent accidental insecticide exposure, applicators need to take appropriate, precautionary steps when it comes to the care of their clothing following application, explained Adam Varenhorst, Assistant Professor & SDSU Extension Field Crop Entomologist.
Results of Off-Target Herbicide Research Data
December 19, 2018
Following the 2017 growing season, where many complaints over dicamba reached state Department of Agriculture offices across the nation, researchers from land grant universities set out to conduct a study assessing off-target movement of post-applied dicamba products - Engenia and Xtendimax.
Insecticide Safety: How to Prevent Unnecessary Exposure
December 19, 2018
Insecticide applications occur year-round to manage insect pests that would otherwise reduce crop yields, damage stored grain or infest houses and other structures.