Forest Pest Management | Oregon Approval #68012

The start of the course explains integrated pest management strategies. These strategies are designed to help pest managers protect non-target organisms, minimize the impact of pesticides on water sources, and overcome pesticide resistance.

A vital part of understanding these strategies includes proper use of pesticide equipment and application methods. Learn about sprayer maintenance, components, types, and operation. Banding and broadcast calibration methods are also discussed.

Then, tackle tree disease and forest pest management 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 course ends by discussing vertebrate pests, the problems they bring, and methods for damage control. There is also an overview of laws and regulations related to forest pest management.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

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