Illinois Department of Agriculture Legislative & Regulatory Update (2025)
Turf Education Day
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45m
Speaker: Brad Beaver, IDOA
In this annual session, Brad Beaver presents the latest updates from the Illinois Department of Agriculture, with a focus on pesticide regulation, licensing, and certification developments. He’ll walk attendees through new policy changes affecting pesticide programs, and demonstrate any shifts in access to online training and testing platforms. The discussion also covers emerging concerns regarding pesticide misuse, including recent updates to posting and notification requirements—ensuring turf professionals remain compliant and informed.
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