Teleconference: Grower Opportunities for IPM through USDA NRCS Conservation Programs
Call-in information
Dial: (218) 339-4300
Pass code: 165144#
RSVP: To receive conference call handouts please RSVP to Peter Werts, IPM Institute of North America, pwerts@ipminstitute.org or call (608) 232-1410
Presenters
Mark Parson, NRCS National EQIP Program Manager
Tim Pilkowski, NRCS Technical Service Provider Team
Dr. Peter B. Goodell, University of California Statewide IPM Program
Teleconference topics
Ø Role and purpose of on-farm conservation planning for IPM
Ø IPM planning and Implementation through the NRCS 595 IPM Practice Standard
Ø Comprehensive IPM planning opportunities in the NRCS IPM 114 and IPM Herbicide Resistance 154 Conservation Activity Plans (CAPs) to develop whole-farm plans to manage pests and resources
Ø Payment rates and practice scenarios for 2013 EQIP 595, 114 and 154 Practice Standards
Ø NRCS Technical Service Provider (TSP) program and training opportunities
