Arable
Farm Sprayer Operator of the Year (FSOOTY) competition The aim of FSOOTY is to find the best Farm Sprayer Operator in the UK. The award seeks to reward the country’s top sprayer operators, while also sharing the practical tips and best practice that can help all operators enhance results and protect the environment.
The application of crop protection products is one of the most complex challenges faced on a farm. From filling the sprayer, through applying the spray, to disposing of the empty containers, the operator is faced with many possible ways of doing the job. The use of plant protection products is under constant scrutiny, so it is important to use them safely and efficiently in a way that meets crop needs, as well as public, operator and environmental safety. It’s a delicate balance, but for many operators, it comes as second nature. The FSOOTY award aims to recognise this professional approach and help encourage further improvements. It’s not about having the latest kit. If you can demonstrate ingenuity and an ability to meet these varying objectives by using agrochemicals sensibly, then you are in with a chance of winning.
As part of the application process, entrants are required to answer a series of questions and submit a useful top tip.
The application window for the 2022 competition is
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