Agriculture chemical technicians are employed in agriculture chemical and fertilizer sales, farm service, and chemical application. Training is provided in chemical resources, application rates, product usage, safety, and application processes. This program culminates in certification as a pesticide applicator including three months of on-the-job training (OJT).

MTI partners with Davison County to work 78 acres of farmland. MTI ag students and instructors manage all aspects of crop production including government programs, marketing, agronomy, etc. The land lab is used in conjunction with many of the production and business ag classes. Students gain experience in all areas of the operation: budgeting, planning, planting, spraying, fertilizing, harvesting and marketing.

Students are expected to conform to MTI’s Drug Testing Policy while enrolled in the Commercial Driving Course. See the Student Handbook for details. A valid driver’s license is required for the completion of the Commercial Driving Course. See the Course Description for AGTR 165 for a full explanation.

MTI recommends that before entering the Agricultural Chemical Technology program, applicants obtain a physical examination for their safety and protection.

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