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UPCOMING MERIWETHER COUNTY PROGRAMS

Georgia Commercial and Private Pesticide Licenses

Interested in getting a pesticide license? You may now take the Georgia Private Pesticide Applicator Exam on line by following the step-by-step instructions.

Visit the Georgia Commercial Pesticide Applicator's Testing Information Website for commercial exam information and registration.

Georgia Department of Agriculture/ GATE Card

Click here for the GATE Card site for instructions on renewing your card or apply for the first time.

Extension Publications

Georgia Pest Management Handbook — Commercial Edition (SB 28) The Georgia Pest Management Handbook gives current information on selection, application and safe use of pest control chemicals. The handbook has recommendations for pest control on farms, around homes, urban areas, recreational areas, and other environments in which pests may occur. Cultural, biological, physical, and other types of control are recommended where appropriate.

White Clover Establishment and Management Guide (B 1251) White clover (Trifolium repens L.) is a cool season perennial legume of Mediterranean origin. White clover has been used as a forage in North America since Colonial times. Benjamin Franklin noted its prevalence in cleared and disturbed land as early as 1746. There are many animal and agronomic related reasons for establishing a productive stand of white clover in existing grass pastures. This publication covers tips on selecting, establishing and managing white clover to help ensure a productive stand.