What must be included in a pesticide application record?

To maintain compliance with New Mexico pesticide regulations, a pesticide application record must encompass specific critical information, which includes the date of application, location where the pesticide was applied, the type of pesticide used, and the name of the applicator. This thorough documentation serves multiple purposes: it ensures accountability and traceability of pesticide use, facilitates safety and environmental protection, assists in verifying compliance with regulatory requirements, and provides valuable data for future applications or assessments.

Collecting comprehensive information creates a reliable record that can be audited or reviewed by regulatory agencies, helps prevent misuse, and supports best practices in pest management. Relying merely on limited details, such as just the pesticide used and location, or only focusing on the date and applicator's name, would not fulfill the legal requirements and would overlook important aspects necessary for effective pest management and safety oversight. Similarly, limiting the record to the date, location, and only the types of pests targeted would miss critical components needed to create a complete record.