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FARM & RANCH
THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
NOVEMBER 2021
Safe storage of farm chemicals saves money Midwest Messenger COLUMBIA, Mo. — Proper inventory private pesticide appli- cator training for MU Extension. In an Extension news
heat or electricity can spark. » Check routinely for rusting containers and signs or labels that are unreadable. » Choose a well-lit area so labels can be read and containers can be easily inspected for leaks and corrosion. » Close containers tightly to avoid spills, evaporation and cross- contamination. Do not store liquid chemicals above dry chemicals. » Rotate older prod- ucts to the front of the shelf to use first. When switching to a new for- mulation, use existing inventory first. Use un- sealed containers the same season they were opened.
structions for storage and use. Store pesti- cides in a controlled environment. High tem- peratures can melt plastic containers, make glass containers explode and cause some pesti- cides to volatilize. Low temperatures can cause freeze damage. Extreme temperatures can also affect potency and sta- bility. Keep protective equip- ment nearby but away from pesticides. Train farmworkers on prop-
management of farm chemicals saves mon- ey and protects animals, people and the environ- ment, said University of Missouri Extension spe- cialist Sam Polly. “With the cost of pes- ticides, letting a product degrade in your storage shed is not a mistake anyone can afford to make very many times,” said Polly, who teaches
release, Polly shares tips from Purdue University and MU Extension. Keep an up-to-date inventory of stored pes- ticides. The shelf life of pesticides varies, but once opened, chemicals begin to break down. Throwing away unused or ineffective product is like throwing away money, he said. Always follow label in-
Midwest Messenger Supplies are tight and few suppliers have any ex- tra anhydrous on hand.
» Lock storage facil- ities and post warning signs on doors and windows noting that chemicals are stored inside. Also post a “no smoking” sign. » Keep chemicals in their original con- tainers. Choose a well-ventilated area. Store dry chemicals on pallets. » Do not store where
er procedures. Post emergency telephone numbers. Other tips: » Locate pesticide storage facilities away from people and live- stock. Avoid flood-prone areas to reduce risk of contaminating water sources. Make sure the site is protected from se- vere weather and high winds.
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