Pesticide and Pest Control Courses;

We are able to offer a comprehensive range of pesticide course including the full suit of NPTC pesticide assessments and associated training courses. We also offer vermin control training,  Basis crop protection and amenity horticultural courses. Listed below are the units we are most regularly asked for. Please call us if the unit you require is not listed. 

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Pesticide courses:-

• Spraying - Refreshers
• Spraying - PA 1 - Safe use and handling of chemicals
• Spraying - PA2 - Hydraulic boom sprayer
• Spraying- PA3 - Variable Geometry Boom or Broadcast
• Spraying - PA 4 - Granular application
• Spraying - PA 6 - Hand Held applicators
• Spraying - PA9 - Fogging, Misting & Smokes
• Spraying - PA 11- Seed Cleaning and dressing, Application course.
• Other PA units available on application.

Lantra Invasive and injurious weeds

Pest Control Courses:-

• Safe use of aluminium phosphide
• Rabbit and Mole Control
• Rodent Control
• Wasp and Bee Control

It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.