Texas Pesticide Applicator General | Exam Q&A (50+ Questions) – Licensing, TDA & SPCS Rules, Herbicide Use

This document provides over 50 accurate and up-to-date questions and answers from the 2025/2026 Texas Pesticide Applicator General Exam. It is a critical study resource for individuals preparing for commercial or non-commercial pesticide applicator licensing in Texas, particularly those regulated by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and the Structural Pest Control Service (SPCS). Topics include license types and requirements for restricted-use and state-limited pesticides, including the need for non-commercial or commercial licenses depending on the setting (e.g., private properties, hospitals). The guide covers the specific application categories under TDA and SPCS, which licenses are required for various pest control tasks, and which government entities are involved—or not involved—in pesticide regulation (e.g., Texas A&M AgriLife Research is not responsible for training or licensing). Legal responsibilities such as prior notification of neighbors, registering pesticides with the TDA even if EPA-registered, and obtaining spray permits for regulated herbicides are all explained. Other topics include public notice requirements, exemption rules for specialty fertilizers, and enforcement roles under Texas laws like the Solid Waste Disposal Act. This guide is ideal for individuals pursuing certification in agriculture, landscaping, pest control, structural treatments, and vegetation management across Texas. Keywords: texas pesticide applicator, tda, spcs, commercial applicator license, non-commercial license, restricted use pesticides, state-limited pesticides, spray permit, structural pest control, pesticide law texas, pesticide registration, herbicide regulation, texas ag laws, prior notification, pesticide exam texas, agriLife extension, regulated herbicides