By Scout Nelson
Navigating pesticide use in Minnesota requires awareness of state regulations and who to contact for various pesticide-related concerns. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) offers a range of resources and expert contacts to guide users through the pesticide compliance process, ensuring adherence to state laws.
Pesticide Applicator Licensing For information about pesticide applicator licensing, including details on drones and UAVs, new licenses, and renewals, contact the MDA's licensing division:
- Phone: 651-201-6615
- Email: Pesticide.Licensing@state.mn.us
- Website: Pesticide Applicator Licensing
Navigating pesticide use in Minnesota requires awareness of state regulations and who to contact for various pesticide-related concerns. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) offers a range of resources and expert contacts to guide users through the pesticide compliance process, ensuring adherence to state laws.
Pesticide Applicator Licensing For information about pesticide applicator licensing, including details on drones and UAVs, new licenses, and renewals, contact the MDA's licensing division:
- Phone: 651-201-6615
- Email: Pesticide.Licensing@state.mn.us
- Website: Pesticide Applicator Licensing
Waste Disposal
To find locations for disposing of pesticide products, visit the MDA's
Waste Pesticide Collection Program:
- Website: Waste Pesticide Collection Program For disposing of large quantities (over 300 pounds):
- Phone: 612-214-6843
Pesticide Misuse Complaints
To discuss or report pesticide misuse:
- Phone: 651-201-6333 (Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- After Hours: Minnesota Duty Officer at 800-422-0798
- Online Form: Pesticide Misuse Complaint Form
Chemigation Permits
For chemigation permits:
- Phone: 651-272-7501
- Email: Kari.Mastin@state.mn.us
- Website: Chemigation Permit Program
Pesticide Registration
To check the registration of pesticides in Minnesota:
Phone: 651-201-6230
Email: Pesticide.Registration.MDA@state.mn.us
Website: Registered Product Search
Pesticide Label Questions
For help with pesticide labels:
- Phone: 651-201-6440
- Email: Haley.Johnson@state.mn.us
Agricultural Chemical Regulation
For compliance, inspections, and enforcement:
- Phone: 651-201-6680
- Email: Andrew.Murphy@state.mn.us
- Website: Agricultural Chemical Regulation, Inspection, Enforcement
Worker Protection Standards
For WPS information:
- Phone: 507-206-2883
- Email: Corinne.duPreez@state.mn.us
- Website: Worker Protection Standard
UM Extension Certification Programs
Not part of the MDA, but for certification and recertification:
- Private: Email ppathelp@umn.edu; Website: www.pat.umn.edu
- Commercial/Noncommercial: Email psee-programs@umn.edu; Website: z.umn.edu/psee
By familiarizing yourself with the right MDA contacts, you can ensure that your pesticide-related needs are met efficiently and in compliance with Minnesota state laws.
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Categories: Minnesota, General