LDNP Herdwicks at Tilberthwaite John Hodgson
Agriculture + Horticulture
Managing Arable Weeds
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Managing Arable Weeds

Online
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Flexible learning Short Course Online

Overview

Enhance your skills in managing arable weeds with this focused Integrated Pest Management (IPM) course. Gain practical insights and strategies to effectively control weed populations while integrating sustainable practices into your farming approach.

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Managing Arable Weeds

This course covers the following content:

At a glance

  • Introduction to IPM – Understand the fundamental principles of weed management within the IPM framework.
  • Broad-leaf Weeds – Learn about common broad-leaf weeds, their identification, and management strategies.
  • Grass Weeds – Explore the types of grass weeds, their impact on arable crops, and effective control methods.
  • Integrated Weed Management – Discover integrated approaches to managing both broad-leaf and grass weeds, including cultural, mechanical, and chemical methods.
  • Problems with Herbicide Use – Examine the issues associated with herbicide use, such as impact on watercourses, and strategies to address them.
  • Create an IPM Weeds Plan – Use a provided template to develop a customised IPM plan specifically for managing arable weeds, tailored to your farm’s needs.
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