Weed Management: Principles and Practices

Estimated cost: R5001 – R10 000
Field Of Study: Agriculture
Department Name: Agronomy

Objectives:

The course looks at all the factors involved in selectivity as well as the herbicide recommendations. The absorption and translocation of
herbicides as well as the factors influencing efficacy of herbicides are studied.
The course aims to give the participants a comprehensive overview of the weeds that impact crops. It looks at the biology of weeds as well as
the best practices for weed management.
The chemical groups and site of action of herbicide are examined in detail. Degradation and carry-over of the various herbicides as well as
herbicide resistance and integrated weed management is discussed.

Entry Requirement: Grade 12/Matric Certificate
Certificate Type: Attendance
Delivery Mode: Online
Duration: 2 days
Presentation Language: Afr/Eng
Contact Person Name: EL De Villiers
Contact Person Email: lorette@sun.ac.za
Contact Person Phone: (021) 8082748
Latest Year Offered: 2024