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2025–2026 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Useful Telephone Numbers

Jason A. Ferrell andFrederick M. Fishel
Contacts: Lauren M. Diepenbrock


National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC)

1-800-858-7378, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Eastern time, Monday–Friday. Provides general information on pesticide products, recognition and management of pesticide poisoning, toxicology, and environmental chemistry.

CHEMTREC®

CHEMTREC® is the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center. It is operated by the Chemical Manufacturers Association to assist people in handling chemical emergencies, such as large chemical spills or leaks. 

Register at their website: https://www.chemtrec.com/our-services/emergency-response/chemical-response-call-center

Then, call their telephone number during chemical emergencies: 1-800-424-9300

UF/IFAS

Pesticide Information Office: 352-392-4721

UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center: 863-956-1151

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Division of Plant Industry: 352-395-4700

Pesticide Certification/Licensing Office: 850-617-7870

Florida's Poison Control Centers

1-800-222-1222