Plant Protection Award -PPA
The Plant Protection Award Course is designed for candidates who already hold the first level BASIS Certificate and forms part of the qualification group leading to the BASIS Diploma in Agronomy. The main focus is on the role of pesticides within integrated pest management systems and provides an update on legislation and environmental issues.
Course Outline
- Pesticide use in the context of developing EU and UK farming policy
- Integrated Pest Management
- Pesticide mode of action and formulation
- Environmental protection
- Dealing with pesticide resistance
Delivery
The first three days of the course are delivered in-person. The fourth day, which includes mock vivas, is delivered online. The course material is delivered via participatory lectures and group exercises.
Dates
- Monday 15th February 2027 - Wednesday 17th February 2027
- Thursday 25th February 2027- online
- Monday 15th March 2027 - online written exam
- Tuesday 16th March 2027 - online viva exam
Location
The University of Lincoln, Riseholme Campus, Riseholme, Lincoln, LN2 2BJ