Virtual CORE Pesticide Training and DEC Recertification
Joshua Putman, Field Crops and Forage Specialist
Southwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Program

*IMPORTANT NOTE* Because of COVID-19, the DEC did not require growers whose licenses expired in November of 2019 or later to renew their applicator's license in order to buy & spray restricted use materials during the 2020 growing season. That discretionary policy is no longer in effect. If your license expired between November 2019 and November 23, 2020, you must obtain the full number of recertification credits and renew your license by February 23, 2021. If your license expires after November 23, 2020, you will follow the typical DEC guidelines.
Cost: $20/person payable via card on our website
Register Online:
January 12th - https://swnydlfc.cce.cornell.e...
January 14th - https://swnydlfc.cce.cornell.e...
Questions? Contact Josh Putman at: 716-490-5572 or jap473@cornell.edu
- A confirmation email will be sent the day before training with information for accessing the virtual classroom.
- This event will be offered via ZOOM videoconferencing software. Participants will need to use a computer, tablet, or phone with video and audio capabilities.
- 1.75 Pesticide recertification credits in the CORE category pending approval!
CORE flyer (pdf; 1519KB)
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