Agricultural Branch

The mission of the Agricultural Branch is to regulate the sale, distribution, and use of pesticides for the general health and welfare of our citizens and the environment in Kentucky. This includes the use of pesticides by commercial, noncommercial and private applicators. The Agricultural Branch provides technical assistance, regulates licensing and certification of pesticide dealers, operators, and applicators in all categories except for those involved in the structural pest control industry.

Commercial Applicator Licensing

All persons involved in the commercial and non commercial application of pesticides and fertilizer must have a license and be certified in Kentucky. To obtain a license and certification, an operator, applicator or sales agent must pass an exam and attend continuing education classes across the state. Please check our web site for a listing of our testing centers and CEU training sessions across the state, www.kyagr.com. You can obtain study materials by calling the University of Kentucky at (859) 257-5955.

Compliance Assistance

Inspectors are always available to explain to anyone in the regulated community the requirements of KRS.217B and the applicable regulations. After consultation the inspectors will advise you what actions your business should take to get in compliance with the law. Call our office if you need an inspector to come by and offer Compliance Assistance.

Inspections

Inspectors are required to ensure compliance with the State and Federal laws and to investigate complaints of pesticide misuse. Inspectors also complete compliance assistance interviews to assist the industry in complying with the laws and Worker Protection Standards (WPS). Inspectors also perform USDA records reviews to insure compliance with Federal record keeping requirements on farms.