AG 32: Course Outline

AG 32: Topics

AG 32: General Topics
1. Definitions.
2. Genetic abnormalities, physiological disorders, and adverse environment.
3. Plant diseases caused by a) viruses, b) bacteria, c) fungi, and d) nematodes.
4. Plant pests caused by a) insects, b) weeds, and c) miscellaneous pests.
5. Methods of control.
6. Safety equipment.
7. Calibration of pesticide application.
8. Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
AG 32 B: Plant Disease & Pest Control (1)
1. Identification of nutritional deficiencies.
2. Identification and control of a) viruses, b) bacteria, c) fungi, and d) nematodes.
3. Description of the various types of fungicides and nematicides.
AG 32 C: Plant Disease & Pest Control (1)
1. Monocots, dicots, and sedges identification.
2. Identification of common weeds found in landscapes in Hawaii.
3. Recommendation of appropriate control measures (biological, chemical, and/or cultural).
4. Description of the various types of herbicides.
AG 32 D: Plant Disease & Pest Control (1)
1. Identification of insects, mites, and mollusks.
2. Identification of common invertebrate pests found in landscapes in Hawaii.
3. Recommendation of appropriate control measures (biological, chemical, and/or cultural).
4. Description of the various types of insecticides.

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