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2026 Private Pesticide Applicator Recertification – Southwest Minnesota

Private pesticide applicators (farmers) who apply Restricted Use Pesticides must complete recertification by February 28, 2026 to remain licensed.

This page lists Southwest Minnesota in-person workshops and approved online options.

In-Person Workshops – Southwest Minnesota

Attend one workshop to recertify your private applicator license.

January 28, 2026 – Pipestone
Minnesota West Community & Technical College
12:30–4:00 PM

January 29, 2026 – Slayton
Murray County 4-H Exhibit Hall
12:30–4:00 PM

February 2, 2026 – Marshall
MERIT Center
12:30–4:00 PM

February 9, 2026 – Fairmont
Knights of Columbus
12:30–4:00 PM

February 17, 2026 – Jackson
American Legion
12:30–4:00 PM

February 20, 2026 – Lamberton
UMN Southwest Research & Outreach Center
12:30–4:00 PM

February 23, 2026 – Worthington
Worthington Event Center
9:00 AM–12:30 PM

Online Recertification Options (Statewide)

The following options are available if you cannot attend in person:

• Live Zoom workshop
• Online self-paced course
• Online exam

All online exams are PROCTORED and require identity verification.
Advance online registration is required for Zoom workshops.

Registration & Fees

Registration opens: January 5, 2026

Workshop fee: $100

Online registration:
Optional and payable by credit card. Includes workshop updates.
Required for Zoom workshops.

Walk-in registration:
Available with check only (payable to the University of Minnesota).
Cash and credit cards are not accepted.

Phone registration:
Call 612-626-5174 at least two weeks before your workshop.
Leave your name, phone number, course name (PPAT), and preferred date and location.
You are not registered until you speak with staff.
Credit card payment only for phone registration.

Expired License Notice

If your private applicator license is expired:

• You cannot recertify
• You must retest by passing the private applicator exam
• Workshops and online courses do not apply

Recertification Deadline: February 28, 2026

Bring a photo ID and your private applicator number/card to workshops.