Biopesticides refers to a pesticide which originates from natural materials such as animals, microorganisms, plants, bacteria, and certain minerals. In comparison with the conventional pesticides, biopesticides are less toxic, affect the target pest; they are effective in small quantities and decompose quickly. Furthermore, no destructive residue is left after a period of application of such a product
Introduction
Biopesticides refers to a pesticide which originates from natural materials such as animals, microorganisms, plants, bacteria, and certain minerals. In comparison with the conventional pesticides, biopesticides are less toxic, affect the target pest; they are effective in small quantities and decompose quickly. Furthermore, no destructive residue is left after a period of application of such a product. This makes biopesticedes the most environment-friendly approach in pest control management. This 5-days course will equip participants with knowledge on how biopesticides are made, advantages of using them, and their mode of action.
Duration
5 Days
Training objectives
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
Learn about biopesticide formulations
Understand Modes of Action for various types of biopesticides
Learn how biopesticides are developed
Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages biopesticides compared to synthetic chemicals
Who should attend?
Agrochemicals researchers
Research and Development Managers
Formulation Specialists
Agronomists and Chemists
Course outline
Module 1: Introduction to biopesticides
Definition of biopesticides
Classification of agricultural biologicals
Classes of biopesticides
Comparison of use of biopesticeds and conventional pesticides
Advantages of using biopesticides
Module 2: Biopesticide mode of action
Bioherbicide mode of action
Bioinsecticide mode of action
Biofungicide mode of action
Module 3: Biopesticide formulation
Process of biopesticide formulation technique
Comparison of biopesticides and conventional pesticides
Requirements and Challenges for biopesticide Formulation
Module 4: Analysis of case studies where Biopesticides have been used
Global trends in the development and use of biopesticides in agriculture
Opportunities for the use of biopesticides in agriculture
Integrating biopesticides with Integrated Pest Management
Components of Integrated Pest Management
Module 5: Field visit to farms that have adopted Biopesticides
TRAINING CUSTOMIZATION
This training can also be customized for your institution upon request. You can also have it delivered your preferred location.
For further inquiries, please contact us through Mobile: +254 732 776 700/+254759285295 or Email: training@fineresultsresearch.org
REQUIREMENTS
Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. During the trainings, participants should come with their own laptops.
TRAINING FEE
The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact us through
Mobile: +254732776700 / +254759285295
Or Email: training@fineresultsresearch.org
Date: 21 November 2022
to 25 November 2022
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
Venue: Fahari Palace Apartments, along Church Road, Nairobi Kenya, Nairobi
Cost: USD 900, KES 80,000