Plant Health Problems

Sat 9 May 2009

• Learn the process of diagnosis for plant health problems, from context to root
• Gain an understanding of the main broad types of pests, diseases, weeds and physiological disorders
• Gain an understanding of the main control strategies that can be used

The course will cover:
• Appearance of a healthy plant and indicators of plant health problems
• Diagnosis of plant problems: context, whole plant, shoot tips (flowers and fruit), leaves, buds main stem, collar and roots
• Major types of pests, diseases and weeds
• Physiological disorders e.g. nutrient deficiencies, scorching and water stress
• Control and treatment strategies: cultural, mechanical, biological and chemical
• Where to access information on treatment of plant health problems

Key Practical Activities:
• Carry out a diagnosis procedure for afflicted plant(s)
• Identification of specific disorders, pests, diseases & weeds within an area
• Creation of a basic pest, disease and weed control strategy for a site, which identifies a range of appropriate control strategies to be used i.e. assess all the plant health problems in a given bed, border, glasshouse and suggest controls
• Carry out a range of physical and cultural control methods as appropriate

To book phone our box office on (01726) 811972

Feedback from our delegates so far this year... "Clear, simple, best botany overview I have ever had"; "Tour of Eden interesting - a lot to take in"; "Friendly, receptive and enthusiastic lecturers"; "Very interesting and illuminating day"; "Correct level of information - not too theoretical - good balance between theory and practice";"Tutors were very good, clear and concise - not afraid to answer questions - well done"; "Very good lecturers, made it interesting, amusing as well as very informative"; "The content was strong - the tour of Eden was excellent way to understand plant adaptations"; "Really felt welcome"; "Good use of techniques - microscopes, power point and dynamic tutors that were inspiring and obviously dedicated to their topic"; "An excellent day, lots to take in and formulate"; "Great, interesting, informative and not scary. Thoroughly enjoyable day."