Conservation Practice Jobsheet 595 OR-JS

Pest Management Conservation Practice Jobsheet 595 OR-JS Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002

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Definition Benefits Pest management is utilizing environmentally Pest management can: sensitive prevention, avoidance, and monitoring and suppression strategies, to manage weeds, insects,  Maximize economic returns. diseases, animals and other organisms that directly  Minimize environmental risks. or indirectly cause damage or annoyance.  Improve food, water and air quality.  Integrate all aspects of pest management within Purposes the agricultural production system. Pest management is applied as part of a conservation management system to: Conservation Management Systems  Enhance the quantity and quality of agricultural Pest management should be a component of a commodities. conservation plan. It may be used in a system with  Minimize the negative impacts of pest control on Conservation Crop Rotation, Residue Management, soil resources, water resources, air resources, Prescribed Grazing, conservation buffer practices plant resources, animal resources and/or and other practices needed on a site-specific basis to humans. address natural resource concerns and the landowner'’ objectives. Where Used Pest management is used wherever pests will be Pest Management Planning managed. The pest management component of the conservation plan will contain the following information: Pest Management Includes  Field map and soil map  Environmental risk analysis, with approved tools  Evaluating environmental risks of pest and/or procedures, for probable pest management. management recommendations by crop (if  Implementing mitigation alternatives to minimize applicable) and pest. environmental risks.  Interpretation of the environmental risk analysis  Adoption of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and identification of appropriate mitigation  Implementation of a pest management techniques. component of an overall conservation plan.  Location of designated sensitive areas and setbacks if applicable.  Operation and maintenance requirements General Criteria  Follow the attached pest management Location: ___ __ component of the overall conservation plan.  Methods of pest management must comply with Phone: _ __ Federal, Tribal, State and local regulations.  Utilize IPM that strives to balance economics, The National Pesticide Telecommunications Network efficacy and environmental risks. Consult (NPTN) telephone number in Corvallis, Oregon for Oregon State University Extension Service for non-emergency information is: crop specific IPM information. 1-800-858-7378 Monday – Friday  Implement mitigation techniques planned to 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time address the environmental risks of pest management activities. Mitigation techniques include conservation practices like crop residue management, conservation crop rotation, buffer For advice and assistance with emergency spills that practices, and management techniques like involve agrichemicals, the local contact is: application method and timing. All methods of pest management must be integrated with other Name: components of the conservation plan.  Pay special attention to all environmental Location: ______hazards and site-specific application criteria listed on pesticide labels and contained in Extension Phone: _ ___ and Crop Consultant recommendations. The national 24-hour CHEMTREC telephone number Specifications for emergency assistance is: Specific pest management requirements are 1-800-424-9300 recorded on 595 OR-Pest management Specification Sheet. Specifications are prepared in accordance  Mix chemicals down gradient and a minimum of with the NRCS Field Office Technical Guide. See ______feet from a well and a minimum of ___ NRCS practice standard, Pest Management 595. feet from a surface water body.  Post signs according to label directions and/or Guidelines for Operation, Maintenance Federal, Tribal, State and local laws around sites and Safety that have been treated. Follow restricted entry  Review and update the plan periodically in order levels. to incorporate new IPM technology, respond to  Dispose of pesticide and pesticide containers in cropping system and pest complex changes, and accordance with label directions and adhere to avoid the development of pest resistance. Federal, Tribal, State and local regulations.  Maintain mitigation techniques identified in the  Read and follow label directions and maintain plan in order to ensure continued effectiveness. appropriate Material Data Safety Data Sheets  Develop a safety plan for individuals exposed to (MSDS) chemicals including telephone numbers and  Calibrate application equipment according to addresses for emergency treatment centers and Extension and/or manufacturer recommendations the telephone number for the nearest poison before each seasonal use and with each major control center. For human exposure questions, chemical change. the local control center is:  Replace worn nozzle tips, cracked hoses and faulty gauges. Name: ______The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (Voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Pest Management Conservation Practice Jobsheet 595 OR-JS Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002

 Maintain records for 2 years according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture pesticide record keeping requirements. Report annual pesticide use as per Oregon Pesticide Use Reporting System (PURS) requirements.

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DESIGN APPROVAL: Practice Code LEAD JOB CLASS NO. PRACTICE DISCIPLINE CONTROLLING FACTOR UNITS I II III IV V

Pest BCSD-Agron & CED-EE 595 Management Area Acres 160 320 640 All All

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CLIENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT: The Client acknowledges that: a. They have received a copy of the specification and understand the contents and requirements. b. The following information must be provided to NRCS by the client before this practice can be certified as applied:  Pest management application records including target pest, pest control used, date, and results.  If used, documentation showing rate, form and application method of pesticides applied.  Annual review of pest management including adjustments made and status of mitigation practices. c. It shall be the responsibility of the client to obtain all necessary permits and/or rights, and to comply with all ordinances and laws pertaining to the application of this practice. Accepted by:/s/ Date:

CERTIFICATION: I have completed a review of the information provided by the client and certify this practice has been applied.

Certification by:/s/ Date:

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (Voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 PEST MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET Date Tract Number(s) Client Field Number(s) ______Acres _ _

PEST MANAGEMENT RESOURCE CONCERNS ( X and/or describe concerns) Water Quality; Ground water, Air Quality; Airborne chemical drift Resource concern narrative (include other concerns): pesticides Water Quality; Surface water, Plant; Plant management, pests pesticides

FIELD CONDITIONS CROP ROTATION ([X] current crop) or LAND USE SOILS

PEST MANAGEMENT ALTERNATIVES WIN-PST Ratings for Selected Alternatives Alt. Analysis Selected 1Loss 2Hazard 2Hazard Target Pest Name(s) No. Alternative Description Tool Mitigation Techniques Alternative Potential Rating Rating Humans Fish

1) WIN-PST losses potential for leaching (L) surface runoff (SR) and absorbed runoff (AR). 2) Rating potentials for losses, human and fish hazards are V – very low, L – low, I – intermediate, H – high and X – extra high. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 PEST MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET

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1) WIN-PST losses potential for leaching (L) surface runoff (SR) and absorbed runoff (AR). 2) Rating potentials for losses, human and fish hazards are V – very low, L – low, I – intermediate, H – high and X – extra high. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (Voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 PEST MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET

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Pest Management Environmental Risk Narrative:

1) WIN-PST losses potential for leaching (L) surface runoff (SR) and absorbed runoff (AR). 2) Rating potentials for losses, human and fish hazards are V – very low, L – low, I – intermediate, H – high and X – extra high. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 PEST MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET

Pest Management - Job Sketch

Draw or sketch the field, showing any sensitive areas and required setback zones. Inside each sketched field, enter total field acres and net application acres. Other relevant information, such as complementary practices or adjacent field or tract conditions may be included.

Scale 1” = _ ft. (NA indicates sketch not to scale: grid size = ½” by ½ “)

Perform the following operations and maintenance:

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (Voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002

PEST MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATION SHEET . Review and update the plan annually to incorporate new IPM technology. . Maintain mitigation techniques selected to ensure continued effectiveness. . Develop a safety plan for individuals exposed to pesticides . Follow labels requirements for mixing/loading setbacks from wells, streams, rivers and natural or impounded pond, lakes and reservoirs. . Post signs according to label directions and/or Federal, Tribal, state and local laws around treated sites. Follow restricted entry intervals. . Dispose of pesticide containers according to label directions and Federal, Tribal, state and local regulations. . Calibrate application equipment according to Oregon State University Extension and/or manufacturer recommendations before each seasonal use and with each major chemical change. . Replace worn nozzle tips, cracked hoses and faulty gages. . Handle all pesticides with caution, and wear appropriate protective clothing according to label instructions. . Maintain appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). . Maintain records of pesticide application for restricted use materials as per the Oregon Department of Agriculture record keeping requirements . Annually report pesticide use utilizing the Pesticide Use Reporting System (PURS) as required by Oregon law. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 CLIENT PEST MANAGEMENT RECORD WORKSHEET

Client: Date: PEST MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RECORDS Date Tract & Field Acres Pest Management Product Brand Product Amount & Purpose Number Treated Method Name EPA Reg. No. Units

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center (202) 720 - 2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or call (202) 720-5964 (Voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 595 OR-Specification Natural Resources Conservation Service, Oregon September 2002 CLIENT PEST MANAGEMENT RECORD WORKSHEET

Client: Date: PEST MANAGEMENT APPLICATION RECORDS Date Tract & Field Acres Pest Management Product Brand Product Amount & Purpose Number Treated Method Name EPA Reg. No. Units

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