Agricultural Consultant

Exam

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Education

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Experience

Affidavit or referral

Background check

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Agricultural Consultants provide advice or prescriptions for the control or eradication of any insect, mite or pest, any plant pathogen, including nematodes, or any weed; and for the use of fertilizer, lime, and/or micronutrient based on soil classification and cropping systems and soil or plant tests. An Agriculture Consultant who charges a fee must be licensed. Requirements: 1) Must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a Board-approved crop related field, or have seven years of continuous experience working for a licensed agricultural consultant after the effective date of August 12, 2005. 2) Must pass the written Agricultural Consultant examination. Written examination required. License fee: $100.00