California just took a big step toward pesticide transparency with the launch of SprayDays California, a first-of-its-kind notification system that lets residents know when and where restricted pesticides will be applied near them. After four years of development, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has created this digital platform that gives advance notice before restricted material pesticides—those subject to the state’s strictest regulations—are used on farms. “Managing pests—such as insects, rodents and weeds—is vital for protecting public health, the environment, the stability of our food supply and maintenance of our infrastructure,” said DPR Director Karen Morrison. “SprayDays California was … Continue reading California SprayDays Notification System Tracks Pesticides as Use Drops 5.4% to 181 Million Pounds