Course Overview:
This 5-day training course offered at IRES is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, prevent, and manage crop diseases and pests effectively. The course covers essential topics such as integrated pest management (IPM), disease diagnosis, biological control methods, pesticide application, and sustainable farming practices. With a hands-on approach, participants will gain practical experience in implementing effective crop protection strategies to enhance agricultural productivity and food security.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
- Farmers and agronomists
- Agricultural extension officers
- Plant protection specialists
- Agribusiness professionals
- Crop researchers and scientists
- Environmental conservationists
Personal Impact:
- Develop expertise in identifying and controlling crop diseases and pests.
- Gain hands-on experience in using biological and chemical control methods.
- Improve decision-making in pest and disease prevention strategies.
- Enhance skills in sustainable and eco-friendly crop protection practices.
- Strengthen knowledge of modern disease-resistant crop varieties.
Organizational Impact:
- Increased crop yields and improved farm profitability.
- Reduced losses due to pest and disease outbreaks.
- Enhanced sustainability through integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
- Improved compliance with agricultural safety and environmental regulations.
- Strengthened institutional capacity for disease surveillance and control.
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify common pests and diseases affecting crops.
- Understand the lifecycle of pests and pathogens and their impact on crops.
- Apply integrated pest management (IPM) techniques effectively.
- Utilize biological control methods and eco-friendly pesticides.
- Develop and implement disease prevention strategies.
- Properly handle and apply chemical pesticides for maximum effectiveness and safety.
- Monitor and assess crop health to detect early signs of disease.
- Design a crop protection plan suited for different farming environments.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Crop Protection and Disease Management
- Overview of major crop pests and diseases
- The importance of crop protection in food security
- Factors influencing disease outbreaks and pest infestations
- Practical Exercise: Identifying common pests and disease symptoms in crops
Module 2: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Strategies
- Principles and components of IPM
- Biological control methods: Beneficial insects, predators, and microbial agents
- Cultural practices for pest and disease prevention
- Case Study: Implementing an IPM strategy for a commercial farm
Module 3: Chemical Control and Safe Pesticide Application
- Types of pesticides and their modes of action
- Safe handling, storage, and application of pesticides
- Regulations and best practices for pesticide use
- Practical Exercise: Demonstrating safe pesticide application techniques
Module 4: Disease Prevention and Sustainable Farming Practices
- Early disease detection and diagnostic tools
- Soil health management for disease prevention
- Climate-smart agriculture and crop rotation techniques
- Real-life Project: Developing a disease prevention plan for a farm
Module 5: Developing a Crop Protection Plan
- Monitoring and surveillance techniques for pests and diseases
- Selecting disease-resistant crop varieties
- Policy and regulatory compliance in crop protection
- Case Study: Creating a customized crop protection plan for a specific agricultural setting
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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