Grants News Release (Region 6): EPA Awards Over $200,000 to the Arkansas State Plant Board

EPA Awards Over $200,000 to the Arkansas State Plant Board

 

(Dallas, Texas – November 5, 2009)  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $226,593 to the Arkansas State Plant Board.  The funds will be used to administer a comprehensive and effective State Pesticide Regulatory Program, ensure pesticides are used in compliance with labeling instructions, and ensure pesticides produced and/or distributed in Arkansas comply with federal and state regulations.  The funds will also provide laboratory support for pesticide analysis and an effective pesticide enforcement program.

 

Additional information on EPA grants:  http://www.epa.gov/region6/gandf/index.htm

 

More about activities in EPA Region 6:  http://www.epa.gov/region6

 

EPA audio file is available at http://www.epa.gov/region6/6xa/podcast/nov2009.html

 

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