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Implementing NRCSImplementing NRCS Pest Management Pest Management
Posting “No Spray Zone”
signs in all environmentally sensitive areas!
Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management
High Priority Areas– Environmental Monitoring
USGS, State Agencies, Agrichemical Companies
– Modeling NAPRA
– Regulatory Requirements TMDL SMP SDWA
Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management
The scope of NRCS pest management activities will vary widely across the country
Variance based on:– natural resource needs– agency resources available– state or local regulations
Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management
Environmental Monitoring Modeling Results Vulnerable/Sensitive Resources Special Use Resources Rarity of Resource District Priorities State Technical Committee Priorities State Government Programs
Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management
Cost Share or Incentive Programs Availability of Technical Assistance Areas of Low IPM Adoption Pest Outbreaks Expanding Commodities Commodity Group Support Crop Protection Industry Support
PartnershipsPartnerships
We cannot succeed alone. We need to develop and maintain very close ties to:– Extension– Crop Consultants– State Agricultural Agencies– Commodity Groups– Agrichemical Dealers– Anyone else who influences recommendations
PartnershipsPartnerships
“They” focus on Efficacy and Economics. “We” focus on Environmental risks and
appropriate mitigation strategies. But all three of these must be integrated into
final pest management decisions. Together, we must deliver an integrated
message and provide appropriate incentives for implementing reduced risk alternatives.
Pest Management Pest Management Certification (NRCS)Certification (NRCS)
Anyone can develop the pest management component of a conservation plan.
Certification is only required to approve the pest management component of a conservation plan.
NRCS certification is for Conservation Planners not Pest Advisors, although there may be some overlapping requirements.
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