Module #1 Introduction to Organic Pest Management Overview of organic pest management, its importance, and principles
Module #2 Understanding Pests and Their Life Cycles Identification and life cycles of common pests, their habits, and habitats
Module #3 Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity The role of beneficial organisms in agroecosystems and maintaining biodiversity
Module #4 Soil Health and Its Impact on Pest Management The importance of soil health in preventing pest issues and promoting beneficial microorganisms
Module #5 Crop Selection and Planning for Pest Management Choosing the right crops and planning for pest management through crop rotation, diversification, and spatial arrangement
Module #6 Organic Amendments and Fertilizers for Pest Management Using organic amendments and fertilizers to promote plant health and reduce pest susceptibility
Module #7 Cultural Controls:Irrigation, Pruning, and Sanitation Cultural practices that prevent pest issues, such as irrigation management, pruning, and sanitation
Module #8 Biological Controls:Introduction to Beneficial Organisms Overview of beneficial organisms, such as predators, parasitoids, and pathogens, and their role in pest management
Module #9 Natural Enemies:Predators and Parasitoids Using natural enemies to control pests, including examples of successful biological control programs
Module #10 Microbial Controls:Bacteria, Fungi, and Viruses Using microorganisms to control pests, including examples of successful microbial control programs
Module #11 Botanical Pesticides and Plant-Derived Compounds Using plant-derived compounds and botanical pesticides in organic pest management
Module #12 Insecticidal Soap, Horticultural Oil, and Other Organic Pesticides Using insecticidal soap, horticultural oil, and other organic pesticides in integrated pest management
Module #13 Physical Barriers and Traps Using physical barriers and traps to prevent pest issues and monitor pest populations
Module #14 Companion Planting and Trap Cropping Using companion planting and trap cropping to deter pests and promote beneficial organisms
Module #15 Organic Pest Management for Specific Crops Case studies on organic pest management for common crops, such as tomatoes, corn, and soybeans
Module #16 Monitoring and Diagnosing Pest Issues Monitoring techniques and diagnostic tools for identifying pest issues and determining management strategies
Module #17 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Strategies Developing IPM strategies that combine multiple tactics for effective pest management
Module #18 Record Keeping and Data Analysis for Organic Pest Management Importance of record keeping and data analysis in organic pest management for decision-making and improvement
Module #19 Regulations and Standards for Organic Pest Management Overview of regulations and standards governing organic pest management, including certifications and compliance
Module #20 Economic and Social Considerations in Organic Pest Management Economic and social implications of organic pest management, including cost-benefit analysis and market demand
Module #21 Climate Change and Its Impact on Organic Pest Management The impact of climate change on pest populations and organic pest management strategies
Module #22 Case Studies in Organic Pest Management Real-world examples of successful organic pest management programs and lessons learned
Module #23 Challenges and Opportunities in Organic Pest Management Current challenges and opportunities in organic pest management, including research gaps and emerging trends
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Organic Pest Management career
