The nine-part series, “Complying with Pesticide Laws and Regulations in California,” was released in December in partnership with the Fresno County University of California Cooperative Extension to better reach one of the area’s most recognized specialty farming communities.

The creators of the video series aim to promote a better understanding of personal protection equipment; pesticide handling, labeling and usage; and application permit and reporting requirements.

“[The Department of Pesticide Regulation] works with all types of farmers on pesticide issues, and it’s critical that they use these tools safely – regardless of the language they speak,” said Val Dolcini, the department’s director. “This video project, the first of its kind to use Hmong speakers, will help foster safer use of pesticides.”

Dr. Bill Erysian, a manager for research grants and related projects for the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology at Fresno State, served as the program coordinator and a key liaison with the organizations.

“This was one of the most rewarding projects I have ever worked on,” Erysian said. “We brought together a unique group of agricultural specialists, farmers and students with professional video skills to create a high-impact set of educational videos that will be a key resource for years to come.”

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