Forest Pest Management | New York Approval #NY-24-426620

Pest managers in New York will learn how to protect forests and follow best practices for preventing tree diseases. All lesson material is online, self-paced, and approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

The course starts by looking at integrated pest management strategies. These strategies explain how to minimize the impact of pesticides on water sources, protect non-target organisms, and overcome pesticide resistance.

Afterward, the course covers pesticide equipment and application methods. Learn about sprayer components, maintenance, types, and operation. Banding and broadcast calibration methods are also discussed.

Learn about ways to manage forest pests and tree diseases with lessons that explain how to use natural, chemical, and applied insect management techniques. Pest control herbicides are also described in conjunction with weed control.

The end of the course discusses vertebrate pests, the problems they bring, and damage control methods. Laws and regulations related to forest pest management conclude the course.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain what integrated pest management is and various management strategies.
• Describe key features of forest disease management and characteristics of common tree diseases.
• Relate types of forests and specific pest threats.
• Describe the importance of keeping pesticides out of water sources and methods to minimize the impacts of pesticide use.
• Relate control methods for weed control, including pesticides and herbicides.
• State the types of equipment necessary for pesticide application and various application methods.
• Identify types of forest vertebrate populations and problems and how to choose the best control method.
• Explain types of calibration methods and techniques.
• Discuss types of management methods and controls for insects within different tree environments.
• Identify key variables in properly calibrating pesticide application equipment.