Plant Pathology for Master Gardeners – Advanced Training
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- Course
- Date of Publication
- July 7, 2021
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Overview
Course Information
Do you want to learn more about plant diseases and establish a strong foundation in plant pathology? Then this self-directed course is perfect for you!
Plant Pathology for Master Gardeners - Advanced Training is designed to guide Master Gardeners in learning the basic concept of plant disease development and get an overview of the four common plant pathogen groups. These modules will provide some basic information that will help participants understand the different plant pathogen types and enhance their understanding of plant health.
Note: To enroll in this course, you must first be preapproved by your County Extension Agent. If you do not have appropriate permission, you will be unenrolled from the course.
Who is this for?
Perfect for Texas Master Gardeners who want a deeper understanding of plant pathology.
What will you learn?
- The different plant-pathogen types
- An overview of the four common plant pathogen groups
- How to manage and prevent different plant pathogens
Course Outline
Module 1: Basic Intro to Plant Health Management
Get a knowledgeable overview of plant disease, including discussing some of the causes and effects of plant disease, conditions necessary for infection, and the stages of plant disease progression.
Module 2: Bacteria
Learn the aspects of plant pathogenic bacteria, including biological features, pathogenic strategies, common symptoms of bacterial diseases, and ways these diseases can be managed.
Module 3: Fungi
Learn about the characteristics, biology, transmission, and control of fungal pathogens.
Module 4: Viruses
Learn about the plant pathogenic viruses' structure, symptoms, transmission, and control options.
Module 5: Nematodes
Close out the course with this training that discusses biology, modes of parasitism, and control of nematodes.
Enroll today and strengthen your ability to identify, diagnose, and prevent plant diseases across Texas landscapes.
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