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Do you have any unwanted pesticides you would like to dispose of?
CLICK HERE to download copy of LDAF's Exam Application Form (to become certified)
"LDAF certifies commercial pesticide applicators and licenses businesses"
Types of Commercial Certifications | Are exams required? | Certification time frame | Are Business Licenses required? | Business license requirements |
Private pesticide applicator | 1 exam | 3 years - Expires on March 31st of the third year. | No | None |
Commercial pesticide applicator | 2 or more; General Standards + category | 3 years – from date of exam or last recertification. + Annual card renewal | Yes, if working in pest control business for a profit. | LDAF Certified applicator + Proof of bond/insurance + registration of equipment. |
| RUP Salesperson | 1 exam | 3 years – from date of exam or last recertification. + Annual card renewal | Yes, RUP Dealer * | LDAF Certified Salesperson or applicator |
Agricultural Consultant | 2 or more; General Standards + category | 3 years – from date of exam or last recertification, + Annual card renewal | Yes, Ag consultant business | LDAF Certified Ag consultant + register all field scouts. |
* RUP stands for "Restricted Use Pesticide"
If you are needing information about a new or current Pesticide Applicator’s License (or renewal of one), please contact the LA Department of Agriculture and Forestry at: 225-922-1234 and ask for the pesticide division. To inquire about your certification status or a new card that you've not yet received, email your questions to Pestcert@ldaf.state.la.us
Commercial Pesticide Applicators, Agricultural Consultants, & RUP Salespersons.
Paraquat dichloride, also known as paraquat, is a widely used product in many commodities grown in Louisiana.
Unwanted Pesticides will be collected for disposal at no cost to producers, applicators or homeowners. All pesticides will be accepted.
Application for testing and locations to the Regional testing locations.
The legislature finds that the exposure of school children to pesticides poses known and, as of yet, unknown risks to their health and well-being.
Certification is required for any persons who apply pesticides in a commercial situation and for those selling or using restricted-use pesticides regardless of the area where they are being applied.
