Utilizing an integrated approach to managing pests in a garden can help reduce the use of chemicals in your garden. This approach utilizes cultural, natural, and low-impact control before using more broad-spectrum pesticides that can harm pollinators and beneficial insects.
You will learn the concepts of Integrated Pest Management, a systematic approach to dealing with pest and disease problems, identify four beneficial insects to watch out for, and different low-impact control methods.
DATES:
ALL EVENTS ARE RAIN OR SHINE
Thursday, October 4, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Interlachen Community Center
135 S County Road 315
Interlachen, FL, 32148
Monday, October 17, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Lake Como Community Center
103 Highlands Ave, Lake Como, FL, 32181
Tuesday, October 18, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Bostwick Community Center
125-2 Tillman St, Palatka, FL, 32177
*Thursday, October 20, 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
UF/IFAS Extension Putnam Auditorium
111 Yelvington Rd, East Palatka, FL, 32131
*The Presentation on October 20 will be available via Zoom for anyone that wishes to attend virtually. Zoom registration is required and can be found at: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIvceqoqTkoH9Cbsl7pfz9nYLsMIY8eqmRI
For more information: pjulio@ufl.edu or call 386-329-0318
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 29.26, F.S. persons needing accommodations or an interpreter to participate in the proceeding should notify the University of Florida/IFAS Putnam County no later than 10 days prior to the meeting at 386-329-0318.
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