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Course details
Syllabus
SWD management
Code
CP09
Designed for
Soft- and stone-fruit growers who want to effectively control Spotted Wing Drosophila to protect fruit yield and quality.
Entry requirement
An intermediate course best suited to those who are able to demonstrate some practical experience.
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Price
£245 + VAT
Duration:
One day classroom based, including field walk.
CPD points
12 BASIS points and 5 NRoSO points
Author:
NIAB-EMR
Content
Classroom module 1 (most of day) – Control of SWD:
- Background to the pest
- Identification of male and female SWD
- How to monitor adult and immature stages of SWD on your farm
- Estimating populations and at risk areas on the farm to prioritise control
- Developing an Integrated Pest Management plan for SWD management
Field walk(1 hour) – Control of SWD:
- Identify key SWD habitats in summer and winter
- Trap placement
- Advise on where to sample crop
- One-to-one discussions on own growing situations
Trainers are accredited by ARTIS Participants receive an ARTIS Accredited Certificate
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