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Agriculture + Horticulture
Managing Arable Pests & Beneficials
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Managing Arable Pests & Beneficials

Online
CPD
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Flexible learning Short Course Online

Overview

Discover the essential strategies for managing arable pests and beneficial organisms within an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) framework. Participants will delve into the identification and management of key arable pests and beneficials, learning how to integrate these strategies into a cohesive IPM plan. The curriculum includes practical advice on monitoring, control methods, and leveraging beneficial organisms to reduce pest pressures. Hands-on activities, interactive tools, and case studies will equip you with actionable insights and strategies to apply directly on your farm.

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Managing Arable Pests & Beneficials

This course covers the following content:

At a glance

  • Introduction – Understand the fundamental concepts of managing arable pests and beneficials within an IPM framework.
  • Aphids – Learn about the identification, impact, and management strategies for aphids.
  • Flies and Midges – Explore the various types of flies and midges that affect arable crops and effective control methods.
  • Grassland and Oilseed Rape Pests – Delve into the specific pests affecting grassland and oilseed rape crops, including management approaches.
  • Soil-borne Pests – Understand soil-borne pests, their impact on crops, and strategies for managing them.
  • Monitoring Insect Pests and Beneficial Insects – Discover methods for monitoring both pest and beneficial insect populations.
  • Encouraging Beneficial Insects on-farm – Learn strategies to promote and support beneficial insect populations on your farm.
  • Design an IPM Plan for Pests and Beneficials – Use an example template to create a customised IPM plan specifically for pests.
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