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How to Control California Ground Squirrels: A Free Workshop for Commercial Agriculture

How to Control California Ground Squirrels

A Free Workshop for Commercial Agriculture

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 9:00—11:00 am

In-Person at the San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau

Topics covered:

  • Squirrel Biology
  • IPM Plan
  • Using Bait, Carbon Monoxide and more options
  • Review of CDFA Bait labels
  • Vertebrate Pest Control Laws and Regulations
  • Demonstration by SLO County Parks

Speakers:

Roger A Baldwin Ph.D., Pest Mgmt Specialist
Laura Ramage, Ag Inspector/Biologist, SLO County


Continuing Education Hours Available:
1 hour Laws and Regs, 1 hour Other

Register at:

Ground Squirrel Registration 

Or Call Mary at 805-7815940

 

Squirrel baits are restricted materials, which means that applicators must be certified prior to purchase and use.

To become certified, contact your local Agricultural Commissioner’s Office

Hosted by the University of California Cooperative Extension
And the San Luis Obispo County Agricultural Commissioner