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Insects |
Risk |
Diseases |
Risk |
Weeds |
Risk |
Thrips |
+++ |
Powdery Mildew |
+++ |
Annual Broadleaved |
+++ |
Whiteflies |
+++ |
Root Rots |
+++ |
Algae |
+++ |
Mites |
++ |
INSV |
++ |
Perennial Weeds |
++ |
Aphids |
++ |
Rust |
++ |
Annual Grasses |
+ |
Fungus Gnats |
+ |
Bacterial Disease |
++ |
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Shoreflies |
+ |
Botrytis |
+ |
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Leafspot |
+ |
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+ = occasionally significant
++ = potentially significant
+++ = frequently significant, a priority for scouting;
- = not expected
Risks are compared within type of pest rather than across all pest types, i.e. thrips to whiteflies, rather than algae to aphids.
EDUCATIONAL IPM CONSIDERATIONS
Activity |
Points |
Have a current year’s copy of Guidelines for the Integrated Management of Greenhouse Floral Crops |
10 |
Have a current copy of Integrated Pest Management for Bedding Plants: A Scouting and Pest Management Guide |
10 |
Attend one or more CCE bedding plant schools or workshops |
10 |
Attend industry conferences |
5 |
Regularly visit the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) website and the Cornell Greenhouse website |
5 |
Train employees in IPM practices |
10 |
PRE-SEASON IPM CONSIDERATIONS
Activity |
Points |
Maintain a crop-free, weed-free period between seasons (1 month preferred) |
10 |
Disinfect structure – all surfaces, including floors |
10 |
Use new growing medium, containers and flats |
5 |
Steam sterilize old medium and containers, if used |
5 |
Disinfect and repair irrigation systems |
5 |
Calibrate pesticide application equipment |
10 |
Inspect and clean pesticide storage and mixing areas |
5 |
Inventory pesticides |
10 |
Ensure all personal protective equipment is clean and stored properly |
10 |
IN SEASON CROP MANAGEMENT
Activity |
Points |
Keep complete records of maintenance procedures, EC readings, fertilizer frequency, dates of growth stages, and maximum/minimum temperatures |
5 |
Use EC meter to formulate and test nutrient solutions |
10 |
Test water source for presence of carbonates and other minerals that can interfere with maintaining proper pH |
5 |
Use EC readings or the “pour through” method to monitor salt levels in the soil |
5 |
Use tools, such as foliage or soil analysis, to determine an appropriate nutrient program |
5 |
IN SEASON GENERAL PEST MANAGEMENT
Activity |
Points |
Scout weekly for insect, weed, and disease problems, using a designated employee |
10 |
Identify unknown insect and disease problems |
10 |
Maintain scouting and pest control records in order to predict pest problems |
5 |
Maintain weed free zone outside greenhouse |
5 |
Use appropriate methods for weed control |
5 |
Inspect plants upon arrival and quarantine those with signs infection or insect infestation. |
10 |
IN-SEASON INSECT MANAGEMENT
Activity |
Points |
Screen openings whenever possible |
5 |
Monitor insects with sticky cards, check cards weekly and change when needed |
10 |
Begin releases of appropriate natural enemies at recommended rates and intervals |
10 |
Use insecticides only against those pests for which effective natural enemies are not available |
10 |
IN SEASON DISEASE MANAGEMENT
Activity |
Points |
Maintain adequate spacing for air circulation |
5 |
Ventilate to minimize condensation and encourage air exchange, at sunset if possible |
10 |
Remove any diseased foliage or plants from greenhouse promptly and dispose in sealed container |
10 |
Wash hands and disinfect tools before entering or moving between greenhouses |
5 |
Apply fungicide only if disease, or conditions conducive to disease, are present |
10 |
Total Points Available: 225
80% = 180 points
Total Points Earned: ___
REFERENCES:
Additional information to assist you in using IPM can be found in the following publications and online resources:
