Vegetable Crop Pest Management | New York Approval #NY-24-426654

Instructor: Sarah Racine

The purpose of pesticides is to protect plants and animals from insects, nematodes, weeds, and diseases. They can also improve the efficiency of food production and help provide greater crop yields. This course, approved by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, outlines various invasive pests of vegetable crops and how applicators can effectively treat pest infestations while protecting themselves and maintaining productive vegetable crop yields intended for human consumption.

After finalizing this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify invasive pests of vegetable crop plants, including insects, weeds, diseases, and nematodes.
• Operate and properly calibrate various types of application equipment.
• Outline effective practices for the management of pest populations.