February 8, 2018 |
New Federal Working Group Announced to Improve Protection of Endangered Species & Pesticide Registration |
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced last week a memorandum
of agreement that establishes an interagency
working group to coordinate Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultations for pesticide
registrations and registration review. The interagency agreement is between the
EPA, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the National Marine Fisheries
Service (collectivity referred to as “the Services). Read More |
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NAAA Develops ‘Preseason’ Press Release for Members to Raise Awareness about Forthcoming Ag Aviation Activities in Their Area |
With the 2018 aerial application season underway or
soon to be underway in different parts of the country, NAAA has prepared a
customizable press release that members can use to call attention to the fact that
ag aircraft will soon be a common sight around their community as ag pilots
assist local farmers during the new growing season. Read More |
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Promoting Aerial Application to the Weed Science Society of America |
NAAA’s Dr. Scott Bretthauer
spoke on January 31 at a special symposium at the 2018 Annual meeting of the
Weed Science Society of America in Arlington, Virginia. The symposium was entitled
“Fostering Sustainable Programs to Improve Pesticide Applications and Promote
Resistance Management”, and the goal of the symposium was to foster cooperation
among academics, industry, growers, and the U.S. EPA for managing off-target
pesticide movement and managing herbicide resistance. Read More |
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NAAA 2018 Industry Survey Startup Problem Corrected |
Last week the first
mailing of invitations to participate in the NAAA 2018 Industry Survey of Part
137 Operators and Pilots was sent out by US Mail. The letters were sent to all
holders of Part 137 certificates on the FAA’s list of certificate holders.
Unfortunately, some of the first people to attempt the survey found it would
lock up on certain questions. Several days of troubleshooting corrected the
error and the survey is now running smoothly. Read More |
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Members Only Content Expiring Soon! Renew Today! |
Membership-only content expires on Feb. 15th. If you haven’t already renewed your membership, renew today so you don’t lose access to this NAAA eNewsletter and other membership perks. By renewing today you’ll be included in this year's 2018 Membership Directory--the best resource to connect you with NAAA members, government officials and allied companies who provide you with the parts and services to run your business. Read More |
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NAAA and NAAREF Board Meetings Feb. 16-17 |
We look forward to seeing you Feb. 16-17 at the NAAA and NAAREF Board Meetings, with a couple of meetings beginning on Feb. 15. All meetings are open to NAAA members. We will be back at the Hilton Old Town Alexandria for our meetings. Read More |
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