Pesticides In The Environment HARD EPA Drift Reduction Technology (DRT) Program

Under EPA's Drift Reduction Technology (DRT) program, what equipment modification significantly minimizes fine droplet drift?

Multiple Choice Options

A Using air-induction / venture nozzles and lowering spray boom height relative to the target crop canopy. ✓ OFFICIAL VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWER
B Increasing pump pressure to 120 PSI with hollow cone nozzles.
C Operating the spray tractor at 25 MPH.
D Spraying during wind gusts of 20 MPH.
✓ LEGAL EXPLANATION & STATUTORY RATIONALE
EPA Drift Reduction Technology (DRT) Program
Official Manual Chapter: Chapter 7: Environment & Application

Air-induction nozzles inject air into droplets, creating larger, heavier droplets that resist drift. Lowering boom height reduces wind exposure time.

Official EPA Core Study Domain Pesticides In The Environment
Practice All Domain Questions →