A private applicator is one who purchases and/or uses or supervises the use of a restricted-use pesticide on their own property or anyone else’s property as long as they do it without direct compensation for their services. These include farmers, greenhouse and nursery operators.
A private applicator becomes certified by attending an educational seminar at the county Extension office. The cost of certification is $50 payable to the county Extension office AND $25 payable to the TN Department of Agriculture. The cost of recertification (for non-expired cards) is $15 payable to the county Extension office.
To schedule a private applicator training, please contact the Extension office at 376-5558.