Our Membership
RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) is a national trade association representing manufacturers, formulators, distributors, and other industry leaders involved in the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry
What We Do
We advocate for responsible pesticide use through education, regulatory engagement, and industry standards to ensure the safety of people and the environment.
Accomplishing Our Goals
Strategic Plan
The 2021-2026 RISE Strategic Plan emphasizes the imperatives to collaborate and meaningfully engage with internal and external audiences; convene forums for partnering and sharing information; and amplify the industry’s collective impact by acting as a force multiplier.
Annual Report
Our 2023 Annual Report, From the Ground Up, We RISE, is a look back at RISE’s work over the past year
Learn More About RISE
Find answers to some of the most common questions about our services and mission.
What is the value of a RISE membership?
As the national association representing the specialty pesticide and fertilizer industry, RISE offers exclusive opportunities to engage on issues affecting the industry as well as networking with others in the business. Members receive the latest information and research about the issues affecting the industry, while also having the opportunity to influence the work of the association and future of the industry by working on committees or grassroots efforts.
Who does RISE represent?
We serve an industry comprised of eight major segments:
- Aquatics – Vegetation management professionals use pesticides to keep weeds from choking lakes, rivers, and streams, and to protect human lives.
- Consumer – Consumers use pesticides and fertilizers to protect their homes and grow their gardens.
- Forestry – Foresters use specialty pesticides to control undesirable vegetation and enhance tree growth, thus reducing the chance of wildfire and improving the quality of the forest.
- Nursery and Greenhouse – Nursery and greenhouse growers use pesticides and fertilizers to protect and grow shrubs, trees, and plants.
- Public Health – Public health officials manage the application of products to control mosquitoes and ticks, as well as other carriers or transmitters of infections, disease, or human allergens.
- Structural Pest Control – Pest management professionals use pesticides to control termites, fleas, carpenter ants, rodents, and cockroaches to lessen threats to human health and risk of structural damage.
- Turf and Ornamental – Turf and landscape professionals use pest management products and fertilizers to promote healthy turfgrass and landscaping.
- Vegetation Management – Vegetation management professionals use pesticides to control noxious weeds and brush along roads, railroads, waterways, and public utilities.
How can I contribute to the association and industry?
Submit a membership application today! Take a moment to become familiar with our issues and join the RISE Grassroots Network.
What resources does RISE provide?
RISE offers a variety of resources including industry news, regulatory updates, educational materials, and advocacy support to our members.
- Advocacy on industry-related issues at all levels of government
- Business-to-business opportunities throughout the year
- Participation in federal, state, and regulatory councils
- Advanced education and training through RISE events
- Access to RISE publications and weekly industry updates
How can I join RISE?
RISE membership consists of manufacturers, formulators, distributors, and other industry leaders. Associate membership is open to specialty pesticide and fertilizer-related organizations such as user associations, trade publications. Email us to request an application form.
Where can I find more information?
Members, for more detailed information about our initiatives, please sign in. You can also contact us directly.