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What responsibility does the county weed supervisor have concerning noxious weeds in the county?
What responsibility does the county weed supervisor have concerning noxious weeds in the county?
What type of notice is formally sent when a noxious weed infestation is found and not controlled by the landowner?
What type of notice is formally sent when a noxious weed infestation is found and not controlled by the landowner?
Which key information must the Legal Notice include according to regulations?
Which key information must the Legal Notice include according to regulations?
When may a General Notice or Warning Notice be issued by the county weed supervisor?
When may a General Notice or Warning Notice be issued by the county weed supervisor?
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What does the Kansas Pesticide Law regulate?
What does the Kansas Pesticide Law regulate?
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What is the fee for each uncertified applicator employee when applying for a business license?
What is the fee for each uncertified applicator employee when applying for a business license?
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What is the minimum coverage required for liability insurance per occurrence for bodily injury?
What is the minimum coverage required for liability insurance per occurrence for bodily injury?
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Which of the following is NOT required to be submitted with the business license application?
Which of the following is NOT required to be submitted with the business license application?
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What is the purpose of including the wind direction and velocity in the pesticide application records?
What is the purpose of including the wind direction and velocity in the pesticide application records?
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Which type of insurance provides coverage for property damage liability per occurrence?
Which type of insurance provides coverage for property damage liability per occurrence?
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What must be included in the application record if pesticides are applied at less than label rate?
What must be included in the application record if pesticides are applied at less than label rate?
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When must a business license be renewed?
When must a business license be renewed?
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What is the total area to which the pesticide is applied related to in the business license application?
What is the total area to which the pesticide is applied related to in the business license application?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Kansas Department of Agriculture regarding noxious weeds?
What is the primary responsibility of the Kansas Department of Agriculture regarding noxious weeds?
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Under the Kansas Noxious Weed Law, who is mandated to sell herbicides for noxious weed control within counties?
Under the Kansas Noxious Weed Law, who is mandated to sell herbicides for noxious weed control within counties?
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What cost-sharing benefit may counties adopt for landowners purchasing herbicides?
What cost-sharing benefit may counties adopt for landowners purchasing herbicides?
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How much of the herbicide cost may counties with a levy of 1.5 mills or greater charge?
How much of the herbicide cost may counties with a levy of 1.5 mills or greater charge?
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What is the primary goal of the Kansas Noxious Weed Law?
What is the primary goal of the Kansas Noxious Weed Law?
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What is required of landowners under the Kansas Noxious Weed Law?
What is required of landowners under the Kansas Noxious Weed Law?
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What funding mechanism is mentioned for counties dealing with noxious weeds?
What funding mechanism is mentioned for counties dealing with noxious weeds?
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Which group is ultimately responsible for advising landowners about their noxious weed control responsibilities?
Which group is ultimately responsible for advising landowners about their noxious weed control responsibilities?
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What must be included in the records of sale for restricted-use pesticides?
What must be included in the records of sale for restricted-use pesticides?
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Which information is required about the certified applicator using the restricted-use pesticide product?
Which information is required about the certified applicator using the restricted-use pesticide product?
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What specific detail must pesticide dealers include in their annual report?
What specific detail must pesticide dealers include in their annual report?
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What is one piece of information that is NOT required when recording the sale of restricted-use pesticides?
What is one piece of information that is NOT required when recording the sale of restricted-use pesticides?
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To whom must the annual report on restricted-use pesticide sales be submitted?
To whom must the annual report on restricted-use pesticide sales be submitted?
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In addition to the name and address of the purchaser, what other information must be documented?
In addition to the name and address of the purchaser, what other information must be documented?
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What type of identification is required to verify the identity of the person to whom pesticides are sold?
What type of identification is required to verify the identity of the person to whom pesticides are sold?
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What must the record include if the address for pesticide delivery differs from the purchaser's address?
What must the record include if the address for pesticide delivery differs from the purchaser's address?
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What is the shape of the seed cone or bur for bur ragweed?
What is the shape of the seed cone or bur for bur ragweed?
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During which months does bur ragweed typically produce seeds?
During which months does bur ragweed typically produce seeds?
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Which of the following is NOT a reported herbicide for controlling bur ragweed?
Which of the following is NOT a reported herbicide for controlling bur ragweed?
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What type of environmental conditions can bur ragweed tolerate?
What type of environmental conditions can bur ragweed tolerate?
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Where is bur ragweed primarily found?
Where is bur ragweed primarily found?
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How has the distribution of bur ragweed changed over time?
How has the distribution of bur ragweed changed over time?
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What is the typical life cycle stage of bur ragweed during May-June?
What is the typical life cycle stage of bur ragweed during May-June?
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Which statement regarding the infestation of bur ragweed in Kansas is accurate?
Which statement regarding the infestation of bur ragweed in Kansas is accurate?
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What is the primary characteristic of Johnsongrass that contributes to its ability to outcompete other plants?
What is the primary characteristic of Johnsongrass that contributes to its ability to outcompete other plants?
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Within what time frame does Johnsongrass typically develop a perennial nature?
Within what time frame does Johnsongrass typically develop a perennial nature?
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During which months does Johnsongrass primarily flower?
During which months does Johnsongrass primarily flower?
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Which of the following options is NOT an acceptable control practice for Johnsongrass?
Which of the following options is NOT an acceptable control practice for Johnsongrass?
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What is a major impact of high temperatures on Johnsongrass?
What is a major impact of high temperatures on Johnsongrass?
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What method is recommended to control viable seed production of Johnsongrass?
What method is recommended to control viable seed production of Johnsongrass?
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Which herbicide is mentioned as a potential control option for Johnsongrass?
Which herbicide is mentioned as a potential control option for Johnsongrass?
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What is the status of biological controls for Johnsongrass as mentioned?
What is the status of biological controls for Johnsongrass as mentioned?
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Study Notes
IPM & Pesticide Safety Education
- The publication is about noxious weeds, integrated pest management (IPM), and pesticide safety education.
- The publication comes from Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, specifically Category 9A.
Table of Contents
- Covers laws and regulations related to noxious weeds and pesticides in Kansas.
- Provides herbicide information for noxious weeds.
- Includes equipment and calibration information for spraying equipment.
- Discusses environmental and safety concerns regarding noxious weed control.
Laws and Regulations
- Kansas Noxious Weed Law (K.S.A. 2-1314 et seq.) details noxious weeds and landowner responsibilities for control.
- The Kansas Department of Agriculture is responsible for advising and assisting counties.
- County weed supervisors are responsible for implementing the law within their respective counties.
- County weed supervisors are to complete annual surveys, send notices to landowners, and submit reports to the county commissioners and to the Department of Agriculture.
- Landowners are responsible for controlling noxious weeds on their property.
- Herbicides can be purchased from county entities at reduced cost.
- Failure to comply with the law can lead to legal consequences.
- There are two classes of pesticides.
- Records of application need to be kept.
- Records of pesticide sales also need documentation.
- Penalties are prescribed for violations.
Kansas Pesticide Law
- Regulates pesticide use in Kansas;
- Defines pesticide applicators, licensees, and businesses
- Details certification requirements for applying restricted use pesticides
- Requires pesticide dealers to meet specific registration requirements.
- Outlines record-keeping requirements for herbicide use.
- Discusses environmental concerns.
- Outlines civil and criminal liability for violations.
- Gives instructions for using the manual
Kansas Noxious Weeds
- Covers various noxious weed species found in Kansas, including specific descriptions, habitats, and historical context of their introduction and spreading.
- Provides information on management techniques for each species based on prevention, cultural and mechanical practices, and herbicide recommendations.
Herbicides for Noxious Weeds
- The publication discusses different types of herbicides, including preemergent and postemergent, as well contact and systemic, and persistent and non-persistent.
- Environmental factors such as precipitation, temperature, and wind speed can affect the efficacy of herbicides.
Equipment and Calibration
- This section discusses the requirements for spraying noxious weeds, the components of a spraying system, nozzle types, and methods for calibrating sprayers.
Environmental and Safety concerns
- Describes environmental concerns (groundwater contamination, etc) relating to pesticide use
- Personal protection equipment.
- Discusses personal protective equipment for pesticide application (eye protection, respirators, gloves, clothing).
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Test your knowledge on regulations concerning noxious weeds in Kansas. This quiz covers the responsibilities of the county weed supervisor, required notices, and pesticide laws. Ensure you're familiar with the legal requirements surrounding weed management.
