MEDIA RELEASE–A fertilizer applicator certification training class is being held in Hardin County on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County office in Kenton. 

The class will run from noon-3:00  p.m. The cost of the class is $30. A copy of the Tri-State Fertilizer Recommendations for Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, and Alfalfa will be provided. 

Anyone wishing to take the class must visit go.osu.edu/hardinanrprograms or call the Extension office at 419-674-2297 to pre-register by Thursday, January 15, 2026.

The Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator Certificate is required by law and is enforced by the Ohio Department of Agriculture when a producer applies fertilizer to more than fifty acres of land being used for agricultural production. This applies to both horticultural and agronomic crops. Unlike pesticide licenses, there is no distinction between a commercial or private license. There are exceptions for Certified Crop Advisors (CCA) and Certified Livestock Managers (CLM). 

A license can be obtained by attending a three-hour training class or by passing the Agricultural Fertilizer Applicator exam. More information about who needs a license can be found HERE or you can call the Ohio State University Extension in Hardin County office at 419-674-2297 with questions.