Integrated Plant Protection
Biology
A course by
Lincoln University
Explore the use of multiple control methods in developing effective integrated plant protection programmes, with a focus on the biology, ecology, and control of plant diseases and pests.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University, Lincoln
Core skills this course teaches
Describe biology and ecology of disease and pest organisms
Students will be able to describe the biology and ecology of specified disease and pest organisms affecting plants.
Outline pest and disease management methods
Students will be able to outline various control and management techniques for plant diseases and pests.
Develop integrated management plans
Students will be able to develop annual management plans that integrate multiple control methods for different development phases of host and pest/disease.
What You're Signing Up For
This course covers the development of integrated plant protection programmes using multiple control methods. Students will learn about the biology and ecology of disease and pest organisms, methods of disease and pest management, and the integration of various control strategies to manage pests and diseases sustainably and effectively. The course includes creation of management plans, analysis of control methods, and evaluation of real-world plant protection programmes.
Course Content
- Biology and ecology of disease organisms
- Biology and ecology of pest organisms
- Methods for management of diseases and pests
- Integration of control methods into annual management plans
- Assessment of control methods and their effectiveness
- Sustainability and suitability of plant protection programmes
- Real-world case studies of integrated plant protection
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Agriculture
Plant Science
Environmental Science
Horticulture
Future employment opportunities might be
Plant protection advisor
Agricultural consultant