EPA-required paraquat training among additional use restrictions - IANR News
EPA has mandated new training and use restrictions for paraquat, a restricted-use pesticide. Applicators must complete EPA-approved training before handling or applying paraquat, and additional label changes are in effect.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All applicators using paraquat, including structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately; training must be completed before next paraquat use.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
EPA now requires completion of an EPA-approved paraquat training module before any handling or application. Additional use restrictions have been added to the label.
Who it affects
All applicators using paraquat, including structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies.
What you must do
All applicators must complete the EPA-approved paraquat training and comply with new label restrictions.
Deadline
Immediately; training must be completed before next paraquat use.
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