Weed Control with Less Toxic Methods

Start Date

08/08/2025

End Date

08/08/2025

Description

This two-hour course explores weed control strategies with a focus on less toxic methods suitable for use in landscape design and maintenance. The course explores Integrated Pest Management (IPM), herbicide composition and toxicity, organic alternatives, and other weed control resources.

Distance Learning

Yes

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Horticulture / Plants

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

2.0

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcome 1:
Learners will be able to explain the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and its application to weed control.

Learning Outcome 2:
Learners will be able to interpret herbicide labels, signal words, and toxicity indicators to make informed product selections.

Learning Outcome 3:
Learners will be able to evaluate organic herbicide trial results and identify resources to support low-toxicity weed management strategies.

Instructors

Karey Windbiel-Rojas

Course Codes

W080825WCLTXM

Provider

HalfMoon Education Inc.

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