File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

How to Electronically Send Your Data for Processing

Files that conform to one of the Electronic Reporting Options may be submitted using the FTP technology, eliminating the need to submit physical media such as Floppy disks or CD ROMs. To minimize network impact, file sizes of 10MB or less are best suited for this transmission option.

To maintain the level of security required, if you wish to use this service, you must contact technical support. Technical support will supply the information necessary to conduct a secure FTP transmission of the Pesticide Reporting data. Upon request, the FTP configuration information and password will be provided via email, fax, or verbally from technical support. To ensure privacy of data, the password is changed for each new session.

To facilitate the FTP submission option, an FTP client program is recommended. These are readily available from a number of sites on the Internet and can be used for evaluation or for purchase.