Biopesticide Basics
- Length
- 2 days - 1.5 hours each day
- Language
- English
- Event Format
- Virtual | Live
About the Live Webinar
Biopesticides are a valuable component of integrated pest management (IPM), providing targeted, often more sustainable approaches to pest control. This two-part webinar series introduces the fundamentals of biopesticides and examines how they can be applied effectively in real-world systems. Participants will build a clear understanding of what biopesticides are, how to select appropriate products, and which factors influence their success. Drawing on practical experiences—including insights from controlled environment agriculture—this course offers actionable guidance to support confident decision-making and implementation. Designed for both beginners and those seeking to strengthen existing practices, the series requires no prior experience with biopesticides.
Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.
A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.
- Growers in greenhouse, nursery, fruit, and vegetable productionÂ
- Extension educators and agricultural professionalsÂ
- Landscape professionalsÂ
- Crop consultants and pest management professionals
- Day 1: Fundamentals and Product Selection
An introduction to biopesticides, including what they are, when to use them, and how to choose the right products. This session will cover strain selection and the importance of purchasing from reputable vendors. - Day 2: Real-World Use and Lessons Learned
A research-based session focused on how abiotic factors, such as light (especially UV) and temperature, influence the survival and performance of microbial biopesticides. This session will explore greenhouse and high tunnel microclimates and present new research on the persistence and efficacy of entomopathogenic fungal products, along with practical strategies to optimize their use in CEA systems.
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