General Colorado Commercial Pesticide Application Practice Exam

What defines a special local need under Section 24c?

1. The need for pesticides in large urban areas

2. The need for pesticides that are relevant only to small regions

3. The need for statewide pesticide regulations that apply everywhere

4. The need for universal pesticide applications

The correct answer is: The need for pesticides that are relevant only to small regions

A special local need under Section 24c refers to a specific requirement for pesticide use that is pertinent to small geographic areas—such as particular crops, pest problems, or environmental conditions that are not adequately addressed by existing federal or state registrations. This allows state regulatory agencies to approve the use of certain pesticides that are not registered at the federal level, based on unique regional challenges. The concept is designed to accommodate local agricultural practices, pest control strategies, or ecological issues that may differ significantly from broader regions. In contrast, the other options do not align with the purpose of a special local need. The need for pesticides in large urban areas pertains to a broader context rather than a localized requirement. Statewide pesticide regulations are designed to apply uniformly across an entire state rather than catering to specific local concerns. Universal pesticide applications imply a need without any specificity, which does not reflect the localized adjustment the Section 24c addresses.