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Introduction to IPM
One of the most important responsibilities of an agricultural advisor is to advise farmers on pest control practices. Pests are a primary concern of farmers, as pests can reduce or destroy their source of income. Often, farmer's and agricultural advisor's only response to pest problems is the application of synthetic pesticides.
Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, provides an alternative to the single weapon approach and is characterized by management of pests rather than their control. It is a way to keep pest densities below the level where they 'eat' into farmer profits. IPM practitioners use a holistic approach to managing pests, integrating methods and ideas from a broad range of disciplines into a comprehensive program. Agricultural professionals and farmers who understand and use IPM have a powerful tool at their disposal.
Course Objectives
The Introduction to IPM modules were designed to improve participants' knowledge and skills related to IPM. With the knowledge of IPM gained in this course, readers will develop a better understanding of:
- What IPM is, the various ways people under understand the approach, and some of the reasons for different perspectives.
- The fundamental concepts underlying the approach - agroecology, economics and the agrobiological effects of chemical pesticides.
- The range of tools, tactics and methods employed in IPM.
- A step by step approach to implementing an IPM program.
The course can be used as either a simple reference tool or as part of a structured learning exercise. It is a reference in that it contains information and links to other resources dealing with IPM.
Target Audience
This course is designed to improve agricultural professional's knowledge of the principles and practices associated with Integrated Pest Management. It is expected that participants will have some responsibilities for working with farmers and are in a position to advise them on pest management strategies.
Modules & Downloads
There are four modules in the Introduction to IPM Course:
- Module 1 - Defining IPM
- Module 2 - Foundation Principles & Concepts of IPM
- Module 3 - Tools Methods & Tactics of IPM
- Module 4 - Implementation
There are also a number of simulation and reference pages that can be accessed.
- Crop Production Simulator
- Economic Injury Simulator
- Brief History of IPM (PDF 72K)
- Agroecology Tutorial (PDF 87K)
- Sampling Tutorial (PDF 78K)
- Record Keeping (PDF 67K)
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