Arable
There are a number of reasons for completing an IPM plan:
• It will help to demonstrate adherence to the Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products identified in cross compliance SMR9. • It will help as a decision-support tool for your farm enterprise – identifying opportunities for improvement. • It will help the agricultural industry demonstrate the good practice of UK growers and support industry schemes to improve stewardship and retain crop protection products. • It may help meet the requirements of your assurance scheme.
Activity: List some IPM measures that could be implemented to prevent and/or suppress harmful organisms.
Activity: Complete an IPM plan by following the weblink below for your area. Each plan should take approximately 30 minutes to complete and is eligible for BASIS/ NRoSO points.
England, Northern Ireland and Wales: https://bit.ly/IPM-plan
Scotland: www.planthealthcentre.scot/scottish-ipm-assessment-plan
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