Section 2-1-3-10-01-120.02Herbicides containing glyphosate may be applied by helicopter between the dates of April 1 and September 30, under the following conditions:
1. Helicopter must be equipped with precision type spray system. (Microfoil type) 2. Equipment Specifications and Application Techniques a. Boom: No longer than rotor diameter b. Nozzles: i. .028" Airfoil or larger, or ii. .028 Accu Flow, or larger, 32 tube c. Volume: Not less than 5 gallons of water solutions per acre d. Flight Speed: 45 miles per hour in critical areas, and 60 miles per hour maximum in fields away from critical areas e. System Pressure: Maximum of 30 pounds per square inch with very low pressure at tubes f. Wind Speed and Direction Indicators: Must be used during applicationg. Buffer Zone: Application is prohibited within 11/2 mile upwind of commercial plantings of rice or other highly susceptible crops.3. Insurance: Property damage liability insurance for applications under this section of these regulations must be in the amount of $200,000.00 for each occurrence. 4. Observer: An observer employed by the applicator and/or the rice producer for whom the application is made, must be present at all times to monitor the application and record temperature, wind speed and direction, and other pertinent information. Temperature, wind speed and direction must be measured and recorded immediately prior to application, and monitored consistently during the application with recordings made when changes occur or every 1/4 hour (15 minutes). The time of day shall be recorded for the period of time such data is collected. Example of Data to be recorded:
c. Wind Direction, NE or 45° 5. Inspector/Observer: An Inspector/Observer from the Bureau of Plant Industry, may be assigned to each apphcator. The Inspector/Observer will monitor and record wind speed and direction, temperature, herbicide use and symptoms of herbicide injury in the vicinity of the treated area, and labeling for the herbicide being applied. 6. Pilot Training: Each pilot making applications must complete an approved training course in proper application. 7. Equipment Inspections: Equipment may be inspected by the Bureau of Plant Industry. Inspections of equipment may be made at any time during and after the time it is used. 2 Miss. Code. R. 1-3-10-01-120.02