Theory
- Describe how infestations of pests affect crop growth and reduce quality
- Describe the range of pest control methods available – IPM
- Explain the terminology used to categorise pesticides for crop production, pesticide efficiency and formulation selection
- Describe principles and procedures for the safe handling, storage, application and disposal of pesticides
- Summarise laws and regulations
- Explain the principles of application technology
Practical
- Interpret pesticide label
- Prepare a hand-held applicator for work,
- Make up a pesticide spray mix
- Store a hand held applicator and PPE safely
- Apply a pesticide mix