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Is this the sign you’re seeing”That’s a sign commercial crop producers can post alerting others that a pesticide or herbicide-sensitive crop or activity(like bee-keeping) is nearby. The “No Drift Zone” signs identify specialty crops to passersby and promote the online DriftWatch map, both of which increase awareness and communication.Here’s more info on this program which was started by Purdue University:FAQs Regarding FieldWatch and the Online RegistryWhat is FieldWatch?​FieldWatch, Inc. is a non-profit company created to develop and expand the operation of the DriftWatch Specialty Crop Site Registry. To support the rapid growth of DriftWatch outside of Indiana, Purdue University collaborated with other agricultural stakeholder groups in the creation of a non-profit corporation called FieldWatch in December 2013. The new company, which is located off-campus at the Purdue Research Park in West Lafayette, IN, has fully assumed the operational responsibilities of DriftWatch and developed a national platform for the website.​What is DriftWatch?DriftWatch is a voluntary online specialty crop site registry and mapping program created by Purdue's Agriculture Department. The University's successful web based program, launched in Indiana in 2008, has been effective in allowing both farmers and applicators to identify, map and communicate where high-value pesticide-sensitive crops are being grown as part of ongoing stewardship activities. DriftWatch has quickly caught the attention of other states and provinces in Canada. As a primary stakeholder, the respective state departments of agriculture provide a key leadership role in implementing, administering and financially supporting this effective stewardship communication tool.​What is the difference between FieldWatch and DriftWatch?FieldWatch is a company. DriftWatch is the online mapping and registry tool the company operates.​​How does DriftWatch work?Producers of high-value specialty crops, such as tomatoes, fruit trees, grapes and vegetables, register and map their sites online with an easy-to-use mapping tool and provide contact information about their operation. Likewise, commercial beekeepers register and map their hives the same way. Pesticide applicators access the site to help determine the scope and location of specialty crops and beehives in their trade areas. Registered applicators can sign up for email notifications when new fields or beehives are add to their designated state, county or areas. DriftWatch provides the platform to facilitate better awareness, communication and interaction between all parties as one part of ongoing stewardship activities.​Who can use DriftWatch?​DriftWatch is free and the site locations are viewable by the public, but not just anyone can register sensitive sites or fields. The tool is for specialty crop producers, beekeepers and pesticide applicators. Only managers and owners of specialty crop fields that are used for commercial production and are of at least a half-acre will have fields approved. It is not intended for homeowners.​Why should I join as a voluntary member of FieldWatch?​We are a non-profit company that relies on donations and sponsor to keep DriftWatch operational, up-to-date and a useful tool for producers and growers. Because DriftWatch is free to use, the voluntary membership is a means to generate revenue from companies, organizations and individuals that want to get involved and demonstrate their support of the DriftWatch registry. Different member benefits are being developed and will be provided, such as direct data feed subscriptions to member applicators.​Are there membership fees for joining FieldWatch?Yes, but membership is voluntary and DriftWatch is free. The fee structure associated with voluntary membership allows FieldWatch to support and improve upon the efforts of the DriftWatch Specialty Crop Site Registry. Generally, the fee for applicators is $100/yr and the fee for producers is $50/yr. Additional details are available on the FieldWatch Membership Page.​Is the DriftWatch website still free to use?Yes! DriftWatch is free to use. FieldWatch has implemented a voluntary membership structure as a means of raising funds to further support and develop DriftWatch. If you wish to join as a FieldWatch member, there is a fee structure associated with membership. The DriftWatch registry remains free to use regardless of whether users choose to join FieldWatch as members or not.​What states support FieldWatch and are part of the DriftWatch registry?Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wisconsin. The province of Saskatchewan, Canada has recently joined.​What types of memberships are available?The membership categories are as follows:Member States: State Departments of Agriculture that pay to be included in the DriftWatch registry and are provided access to the data to help support participation, data accuracy and data integrity.Registered User Members: Producers and applicators who use DriftWatch and want to participate as members of FieldWatch, Inc.Licensee Members: Entities and organizations that license access to DriftWatch data or data services and provide DriftWatch data to member applicators for integration into compatible application software programs.Sponsoring Members: Individuals and organizations interested in supporting FieldWatch, Inc. and being included as members with a stake in its success.Associates: Individuals who desire to support FieldWatch and be included in member meetings, updates and benefits.