Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

serving the state of wisconsin since 1839

DATCP works to assure safe food, healthy people, animals, plants and environment, vibrant agriculture and fair business practices.

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Pesticides

Pesticide Applicator License

Required for anyone who must be certified as a commercial pesticide applicator.

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Application 2013 (1 page PDF)

The original, completed, application form shall be mailed to the DATCP, with all applicable fees. Copies of the completed form shall be given to the applicant and business that employs the applicant. 


Effective Date: January 1 - December 31

Cost: $54.00 per year per individual

Agchem Management Pesticide Applicator Informational Video - You can select short, individual video segments (1-2 minutes) on topics ranging from worker protection, pesticide handling & mixing, spill response, commercial lawncare, pesticide drift, water quality, endangered species, and integrated pest management to clean sweep.