Category: Professional Development

Gulf States Horticulture Expo 2022

by Sheila Dunning
November 30, 2021

Here in Northwest Florida, finding horticultural supplies and plant material that is available locally is a challenge. Due to our location, looking to the neighboring states is very practical. The Gulf States Horticultural Expo (GSHE) is a trade ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Best Management Practices, Commercial Horticulture, Environmental Education, Insects, Integrated Pest Management, Panhandle Gardening, Pest Management

Florida Certified Horticulture Professional

by Sheila Dunning
November 18, 2021

No previous experience or accreditation it required to be a landscaper in the state of Florida. So when homeowners are searching for service providers, it is important that they question potential companies about their skills. One good measure ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Professional Development
Tags: FCHP, FNGLA, Horticulture Professional, Learning

CEU Renewal Class

by BLOGS.IFAS
October 16, 2017

If you have a Limited Lawn & Ornamental or Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance pesticide application certification, you need 4 hours of training to renew. The next opportunity to earn the right CEUs is November 15, 2017 in DeFuniak ... READ MORE

Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

Limited Pesticide Review and Exam Class

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 31, 2017

Landscape personnel that apply herbicides, insecticides or fungicides must have a state issued certification in order to perform this type of work. The next opportunity to attend the review training and sit for the exam is 91317. For more ... READ MORE

Category: Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

CEU Renewal for Fertilizer and Pesticide Licenses

by BLOGS.IFAS
August 10, 2017

Calling landscape employees!!! Thursday, August 17, 2017 is the next opportunity for licensed pesticide applicators to earn CEUs for renewal. Attend one or all sessions to earn what you need. The class will be held in Ft Walton Bch from 8-2. ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, HOME LANDSCAPES, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture

Earn or Renew Your Fertilizer Certification

by BLOGS.IFAS
June 2, 2017

The season of fertilizing is in full swing. If you don't have a Limited Urban Fertilizer license from FDACS, now is the time to get one. The first step is completing the Green Industries Best Management Practices class. For more information: ... READ MORE

Category: Events, HOME LANDSCAPES, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

Limited Pesticide Licensing Class

by BLOGS.IFAS
June 2, 2017

If applying pesticides to landscape plants is part of your job, the state of Florida requires a Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance or Limited Lawn and Ornamental pesticide applicator certification for each individual. To earn this license ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Events, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

Limited Pesticide Training and Exam

by BLOGS.IFAS
January 11, 2017

Get new employees certified before the spray season begins. Feb 2 at Ewing Irrigation in Ft Walton there will be a review and exam opportunity. For more information: 20217. However 2017 brings a few changes. In order to earn CEUs for a current ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

Private and Aquatic Pesticide License Training and Exams

by bearden
January 4, 2017

Need a pesticide license for Private Ag or for Aquatic applications? Here's your opportunity: January 11, 2017 Okaloosa County Extension Office 3098 Airport Road Crestview, Fl 32539 Private Applicator Pesticide License 8-11am - Private ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development

Pesticide Applicator Training – Inside and Outside

by BLOGS.IFAS
December 21, 2016

Pesticide applicators needing to renew or obtain a license for treating structures or landscapes should attend the training held January 23, 2017 at the Extension office 3098 Airport Rd Crestview. Two hours sessions are designed to offer CEUs ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development
Tags: Commercial Horticulture, Lawn & Garden

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