PMU: L&O Basics of Pest Management - August 22, 2025 IN-PERSON

In this 1-day course, you will learn about equipment calibration, safe pesticide application, interpreting pesticide labels, and interacting with customers through a combination of classroom and field work. You will also learn about the most common weeds, insects and diseases in southeastern landscapes from experts in the field. Please make sure that the attendee’s email address directly tied to that person at registration. Not the office email address. Assessments will be delivered to the student directly using the student’s email address.

This course is designed to provide an overview of the critical elements for doing L&O pest management. Many different products are used to maintain healthy plants and turf, thus we focus on understanding the label, applications according to the label, equipment calibration, PPE and safety, including cleaning up spills. We provide information and practical experience in recognizing symptoms and damage on turf and ornamentals and devising IPM solutions.

Cancellation Policy:

• Full refund up to 7 days before the class.
• There is a 50% cancellation fee 2 to 6 days before the class.
• No refunds the day before or the day of the event (including no shows).

Program Comments: This course includes a lecture and hands-on portion. It is 1 day long and is team taught by UF/IFAS.

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