October 17, 2024

The Volunteer State Welcomes NAAA/NAAREF’s Volunteers at Fall Board Meeting in Tennessee

What better place for NAAA and NAAREF volunteers to assemble to do business on behalf of the aerial application industry than Chattanooga, Tennessee—the Volunteer State. Substantive meetings were held from October 9-12 to augment the industry’s strength. This included training for the Professional Aerial Applicators Support System (PAASS) on the new aviation, environmental professionalism, and security curriculum for the 2024-2025 season (27th season).

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Pre-Registration for the Ag Aviation Expo Ends Today

We urge you to pre-register by today, Oct. 18 for the 2024 Ag Aviation Expo, which saves you $75 per person. Pre-registration helps us to have accurate food, beverage and seating counts at our events.

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NAAA Fights to Prevent Loss of Formulation Options for Aerial Applications of Mancozeb

Earlier this week NAAA submitted comments to EPA on their proposed interim decision (PID) for mancozeb. The PID included proposals to ban the use of wettable powder formulations for aerial applications to field crops as well as a complete ban of aerial applications of mancozeb on sod.

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October Operation S.A.F.E. Analyst Training in Arkansas Canceled

The Operation S.A.F.E. analyst training that was scheduled for October 28 – November 1, 2024 in Lonoke, Arkansas has been canceled due to low registration numbers. It is unknown at this time if and when training might be rescheduled.

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NAAA Now Offering Healthcare Options to NAAA Members

Rising health insurance premiums have become a significant concern for both individuals and employers across the country. NAAA works continuously to identify opportunities that enhance the benefits available to our members.

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Beware of Fraudulent Email

NAAA received notification that scammers have sent emails to several members offering attendee lists to the Ag Aviation Expo. THIS EMAIL IS SPAM AND NOT AFFILIATED WITH NAAA; PLEASE DELETE IT.

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2025 NAAA Membership Renewal Now Open

Thank you for your support as a 2024 member of NAAA. We request your continued support by renewing your NAAA membership for 2025 today. While you have been busy aiding farmers to produce a safe, affordable, and abundant supply of food, fiber, and bioenergy, NAAA has been busy making sure low-altitude airspace is safe for your aerial application business to operate, as well as ensuring that you have the pesticide products you need to do your job.

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