In addition to some of the important safety and legal considerations in play for professional pesticide applicators, this year's applicator training will focus on an incredibly important, emerging topic in the agricultural application sector: Changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA), which are bringing changes to pesticide labels and new requirements for both applicators and farmers. These changes are court-ordered and are likely to be with us going forward, so it is critical for all those in agriculture to focus on them! Throughout the day, presenters will discuss elements of this new topic and issues to consider. 

• Opening Comments
  Chuck Lippstreu, Michigan Agri-Business Association
• Compliance with State Law, Legal Obligations and Reminders
  Aaron Phelps, Varnum Law
• Pesticide Updates from the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development
  Brian Verhougstraete, MDARD
• Safety When Operating Near the Railroad
  Chris Bagwell, Adrian & Blissfield Railroad