DPR Releases First Annual Progress Update for Nation’s First Statewide Pesticide Notification System
SACRAMENTO—The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) today released its First Annual Status Update for SprayDays California (SprayDays), the nation’s first statewide pesticide notification system. The report looks at how people used the system during its first calendar year of operation (March 24 – December 31, 2025) and summarizes how the system works, public outreach efforts, feedback received, and upgrades completed since launch. DPR also opened a comment period today to collect feedback on SprayDays from the public.
SprayDays helps people stay informed ahead of time when highly regulated pesticides are planned for use in nearby agricultural areas. The system provides 24- to 48-hour notice of planned pesticide applications through an interactive online map and lets users sign up for optional text and email notifications tied to locations they choose. Additionally, SprayDays provides additional context about pesticide regulation and safety.
Highlights during the reporting period include:
- 89,679 website views
- 4,327 text and email notification sign-ups
- 96,000 notifications sent to users statewide
- Top 10 counties where people signed up for notifications: Monterey, Ventura, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, Santa Clara, Tulare, Fresno, Merced, Madera, and San Joaquin.
DPR used early public and stakeholder input to strengthen usability, reduce barriers to access, and improve clarity. Enhancements made during the reporting period include:
- Clearer map indicators to help users quickly distinguish recent and upcoming planned applications
- Improved access to signing up for notifications, including a map-based sign-up option to better serve people in rural and unincorporated areas
- Expanded language access, including notifications available in 16 languages, plus multilingual outreach materials
- Expanded Frequently Asked Questions section to make information easier to find
“SprayDays California is improving how people access timely information about pesticide use in their communities,” said DPR Director Karen Morrison. “We’re encouraged by the early use we’ve seen across the state and by the thoughtful feedback people have shared. This update confirms that the system is working as intended and shows that ongoing engagement and support are essential to help more Californians stay informed.”
“Our goal with Spray Days is to strengthen transparency for communities across the state,” said CalEPA Secretary Yana Garcia. “Building upon real-time data, more and more Californians can make informed decisions regarding their health and safety, which is paramount.”
In 2026, DPR will continue community outreach and collaboration with local partners and community-based organizations to boost awareness and understanding of SprayDays California. Public feedback will continue to inform system improvements and outreach priorities.
DPR opened a public comment period today with the release of the First Annual Status Update and will accept comments through Friday, May 1, 2026. DPR will also present the update and seek input from the California State Board of Food and Agriculture and DPR’s Environmental Justice Advisory Committee.