The following publications cover topics related to Pesticide Applicator Training. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Right-of-Way Pest Control (Category 6)
Revised
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 6, Right-of-Way Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (Category 3)
Revised
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 3, Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
General Ag - Private Pesticide Applicator Reference Manual (Category 20)
Revised
This manual is meant to be used as a training aid for private applicators who wish to be certified to apply restricted use pesticides.
Termite Pest Control (Category 7B)
Revised
This manual covers identification and control of termites and wood-destroying species of beetles, ants and bees. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 7B, Wood-Destroying Pest Management, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Aquatic Pest Control (Category 5)
Revised
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 5, Aquatic Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Demonstration and Research Pest Control (Category 10)
Revised
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 10, Demonstration and Research Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Forest Pest Control (Category 2)
Revised
This manual is intended to provide the information needed to meet the minimum EPA standards for certification of commercial applicators under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.
Fumigation Pest Control (Category 7C)
Reviewed $15
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 7C, Fumigation Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Aerial Applicators' Manual (Category 13 Commercial, Category 23 Private)
Revised
This manual covers the competency standards to operate fixed wing, rotary, and unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) for applying pesticides.
Wood Preservation (Category 11)
Reviewed $15
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 11, Wood Products Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Seed Treatment Pest Control (Category 4)
Revised
Missouri pesticide applicators, prepare for the Category 4, Seed Treatment Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture with the help of this manual from University of Missouri Extension.
General Structural Pest Control (Category 7A)
Revised $30
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 7A, General Structural Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Public Health Pest Control (Category 8)
Revised
This manual prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 8, Public Health Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
National Pesticide Applicator Certification Core Manual
Revised $35
This is the core manual for Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. This program prepares commercial pesticide applicators for certification tests given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Soil Fumigation Manual (Category 12 Commercial, Category 21 Private)
Revised
This manual covers the basic information about fumigating soils.
Agricultural Animal Pest Control (Category 1B)
Reviewed $15
This prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 1B, Agricultural Animal Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Agricultural Plant Pest Control (Category 1A)
Revised
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It prepares pesticide applicators for a Category 1A, Agricultural Plant Pest Control, certification test given by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Pesticide Dealers
Revised
This manual is part of Missouri's Pesticide Applicator Training Program. It provides assistance in passing an examination required to obtain a Missouri Pesticide Dealer license from the Missouri Department of Agriculture.
Non-soil Agricultural Fumigation Manual for Private Applicators
Revised $11
This manual covers the basic information about fumigating grain bins to protect stored feed and grains.
Sewer Line Chemical Root Control (Category 5B)
Reviewed
This manual contains information that applicators must be familiar with to become a certified sewer line root control applicator.
Updates to Missouri's Private Pesticide Applicator Manual
New
Learn about the changes reflected in the 2022 update to Missouri's Private Applicator Reference Manual.
Pesticide Applicator Training Manuals: Ordering Information
Revised
Missouri commercial pesticide applicators, order your pesticide applicator training manuals here to enhance your training and study for certification exams. Stay up-to-date on environmentally sound uses of pesticides.