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Bowman, James S.; Turmel, Jon P. – 1977
This manual provides information needed to meet the standards for pesticide applicator certification. The document is a compilation of pamphlets and circulars which discuss forest management, control of undesirable woody plants, herbicides in forestry, diseases and insect pests, and equipment for pesticide application. (CS)
Descriptors: Certification, Entomology, Environment, Equipment Utilization
Wamsley, Mary Ann, Ed.; Vermeire, Donna M., Ed. – 1976
This guide contains basic information to meet specific standards for pesticide applicators. Common forest pests and their control are discussed. Special attention is given to the effectiveness of different application techniques and potential human and environmental hazards. (CS)
Descriptors: Entomology, Environment, Environmental Technicians, Equipment
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Boffey, Philip M. – Science, 1971
Descriptors: Botany, Ecological Factors, Ecology, Environmental Influences
Bird, George W.; And Others – 1977
This pamphlet outlines control measures for disease and insect infestation of ornamentals and turfgrass. Hosts are identified with comments on rates and times of pesticide application for greatest effect. Other sections of the document deal with aquatic and terrestrial weed control in a similar manner. (CS)
Descriptors: Entomology, Environment, Forestry, Herbicides
Coleman, V. Rodney – 1975
This manual describes the major forest types, the major species, seed orchards, and tree nurseries. Methods of identifying forest insect pests and diseases are given. The most common types of insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides are described. Both sprayer and granular applicator methods are discussed. Environmental considerations are…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Disease Control, Forestry, Herbicides
Stimmann, M. W., Ed. – 1977
The forest pests discussed in this guide are weeds, insects, diseases, and vertebrates. The guide gives information about types of forests, characteristics of common forest pests, pest control methods, pesticides and application equipment used in forestry, and environmental and human hazards. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Disease Control, Environment
Newman, Jim – 1976
Described in this manual is the use of insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides in forestry. Both diseases and insects found in hardwoods and conifers are covered. Detailed information is given on methods of herbicide application. Finally, five important environmental considerations are given. (BB)
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Safety, Agriculture