March 7, 2013
Room 250, Scheman Continuing Education Building
Iowa State Center, Ames, Iowa
Understanding how herbides work is critical for gaining the most return from a weed management system and protecting the effectiveness of that system for the future. Learn how herbicides move in plants, what plant systems are affected, and how the weed is controlled. Also gain an understanding of herbicide selectivity and resistance mechanisms.
The class has sold out and registration has closed. To be placed on the waiting list in case of any cancellations please email anr@iastate.edu. A reminder that pre-registration is required for this course and walk-ins will not be allowed to attend.
Program
| Time | Presentation |
|---|---|
| 8:00 | Registration opens, morning refreshments |
| 8:30 | Opening comments, introductions |
| 8:40 | Pre-quiz |
| 9:00 | Factors contributing to weediness - Bob Hartzler |
| 10:00 | Herbicides and soil interactions - Mike Owen |
| 11:00 | Foliar absorption, herbicide application parameters - Bob Hartzler |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (provided) |
| 12:45 | Herbicide Groups, part 1 - Mike Owen - HG 4: Growth regulators - HG 2: ALS inhibitors - HG 9: EPSPS inhibitor - HG 10: Glutamine synthetase inhibitors - HG 1: ACCase inhibitors |
| 2:00 | Herbiide groups, part 2 -Bob Hartzler - HG 5, 6: PSII inhibitors - HG 14: PPO inhibitors - HG 27: HPPD inhibitors - HG 15: VLC fatty acid inhibitors - HG 3: mitosis inhibitors |
| 3:15 | Break |
| 3:30 | Herbicide resistance - Mike Owen |
| 4:30 | Post-quiz and wrap up discussion, evaluations |
| 5:00 | Course adjourns |
Instructors
CCA credits
- 7.5 pest management have been requested for this program. Final credits subject to CCA board approval.
