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Part III: Chemical Management

If Pennsylvania growers are to produce a commercially acceptable and profitable product, they often rely on the use of pesticides. Many growers in the state practice integrated pest management (IPM) where pesticides play a vital role. Applicators must realize the legal and moral obligations when using pesticides. Furthermore, applicators who implement pesticide safety practices and take adequate precautions will greatly reduce the possibility of accidents. This section describes the appropriate use of chemicals within IPM strategies. It deals with safety, spraying, and the use of individual pesticides.

• Using Pesticides Safely
• Pesticide Toxicity
• Orchard Spraying
• Fungicides, Herbicides, Insecticides, Nematicides, and Plant Growth Regulators
• Adjuvants
• Fungicide Use Strategies
• Fungicide Resistance Management Strategies
• Using Pheromones for Monitoring and Mating Disruption
• Nematode Management Strategies