Common use of Pesticide Management Clause in Contracts

Pesticide Management. The Lessee shall utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in conjunction with standard industry methods for controlling pests. Methods of application shall be utilized that will ensure optimum protection of the plants, while insuring that pesticides will not be transported off site or have non-target impacts. Conservation Tillage Practices: In order to reduce soil erosion, help maintain or develop good soil tilth, efficient moisture use, and water quality, Lessee shall perform the following practice(s). Practice Location Acres Crop Residue (dryland): The Lessee shall maintain the following crop residue levels to conserve soil moisture, increase soil infiltration, reduce soil loss, and improve soil tilth. Residue will be measured using the line and point method. WEED MANAGEMENT Weed Control: Lessee shall control all noxious weeds on all lands under this lease consistent with applicable laws. Lessee shall be responsible for, and shall reimburse State for, any noxious weed control costs incurred as a result of Lessee’s failure to control.

Pesticide Management. The Lessee shall utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in conjunction with standard industry methods for controlling pests. Methods of application shall be utilized that will ensure optimum protection of the plants, while insuring that pesticides will not be transported off site or have non-target impacts. Conservation Tillage Practices: In order to reduce soil erosion, help maintain or develop good soil tilth, efficient moisture use, and water quality, Lessee shall perform the following practice(s). Practice Location Acres Crop Residue (dryland): The Lessee shall maintain the following crop residue levels to conserve soil moisture, increase soil infiltration, reduce soil loss, and improve soil tilth. Residue will be measured using the line and point method. Conservation Cover: In order to reduce soil erosion and sedimentation, improve water quality, and create or enhance wildlife habitat, lessee shall maintain 4.9 acres perennial vegetative cover in two fields in draws. WEED MANAGEMENT Weed Control: Lessee shall control all noxious weeds on all lands under this lease consistent with applicable laws. Lessee shall be responsible for, and shall reimburse State for, any noxious weed control costs incurred as a result of Lessee’s failure to control.