Pesticide use directions may require pesticide applicators to take additional steps before applying pesticides, such as implementing spray drift and runoff mitigation measures, and following Endangered Species Bulletins.

• PALM is a tool to help pesticide applicators calculate label mandated mitigation measures.
• PALM effectively directs the user to enter certain label requirements, field and application specific characteristics, that directly influence how much mitigation is needed. If additional mitigation is required, PALM will list options that the user may implement to meet label requirements.
• PALM has taken an existing mitigation calculator spreadsheets and formatted them into a web-based interface.
• This interface is mobile device friendly and easy-to-use.

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• Register for EPA’s webinar, scheduled for September 16th, to learn more about mitigation measures and how to navigate PALM.
• To provide feedback related to PALM, including suggestions for future improvements, email PALM@epa.gov

Reminders for Pesticide Applicators

These mitigation measures primarily apply to agricultural pesticide applications, but will eventually impact all pesticide applicators. It is crucial to always read and follow pesticide label instructions carefully before each application.

Learn more about these changes on CDA’s pesticide website.

Sincerely,

Mira McBroome

Pesticide Program, Colorado Department of Agriculture