Pollinators & Integrated Pest Management
Pollinators & Integrated Pest Management
Duration:
One day course with a farm walk.
The course is aimed at farmers, spray operators, agronomists, environmental advisors and farm business advisors. It will cover a range of subjects that form the basis of a fully integrated pest management system that will deliver the most effective pest control.
THE COURSE INCLUDES:
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Pollinators and their importance for Integrated Pest Management.
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Threshold monitoring and resistant varieties.
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Sprayer and nozzle technology and using it effectively.
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What we can learn from organic approaches.
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Using agri-environment schemes to design effective IPM systems.
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The economics of effective IPM.
FARM WALK:
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Pollinators and habitats.
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Seed mixes and establishment.
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Biobeds.
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Buffer zones and LERAPS.
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The role of grass and livestock.
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Multi objective use of agri-environment options.
Cost:
£150/person including lunch. Full course rate negotiable for groups. BASIS and NRoSO points available.
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