New Hampshire Pesticide Record Keeping & Compliance
New Hampshire regulates commercial pesticide application through the Division of Pesticide Control. Applicators for hire must be licensed, keep complete records, and file annual summary reports.
Published July 31, 2026 · Last reviewed July 31, 2026
Record keeping in New Hampshire
Retention: 2 years. New Hampshire registrants and permittees must record every pesticide application daily and keep those records for at least two years — whether or not certification is renewed — and file annual pesticide use reports with the Division of Pesticide Control. Records include the date, location, product and EPA registration number, amount applied, and the licensed applicator.
Licensing: Commercial Applicator License, administered by New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food — Division of Pesticide Control.
Notification & posting rules
New Hampshire's pesticide rules include notification and posting requirements for certain outdoor commercial applications — check the Division of Pesticide Control's current rules for lawn work near abutters and sensitive sites.
Frequently asked questions
How long must pesticide records be kept in New Hampshire?
At least two years — records must be kept daily and retained whether or not certification is renewed — and commercial applicators also file annual pesticide use reports with the Division of Pesticide Control.
Who licenses pesticide applicators in New Hampshire?
The Division of Pesticide Control within the Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food licenses commercial applicators and pesticide businesses.
Does New Hampshire have notification requirements?
Certain outdoor commercial applications carry notification and posting requirements — confirm the current rules with the Division of Pesticide Control for your specific work.
Educational summary, not legal advice — verify current requirements with New Hampshire Department of Agriculture, Markets & Food — Division of Pesticide Control.
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