CA Farm Bureau Extension – Pesticide Selection – PENDING CREDITS

Crop consultant Michael Fantozzi brings both PCA expertise and grower perspective to this detailed presentation on pesticide decision-making. From timing sprays at hull split to tackling glyphosate-resistant weeds, Fantozzi shares practical strategies, product insights, and resistance management tips. With real-world examples and candid discussion on herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and adjuvants, he offers growers actionable guidance to improve efficacy, manage costs, and protect long-term control tools. This session delivers a broad yet practical look at today’s pest and weed management challenges.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and evaluate key factors influencing pesticide selection, including pest pressure, crop timing, field history, and irrigation considerations.
• Compare pesticide options based on cost, residual activity, and overall application strategy to optimize economic and agronomic outcomes.
• Apply resistance management principles, including rotating chemistries and selecting appropriate modes of action for effective control.
• Select and use herbicides and adjuvants effectively for both pre- and post-emergent weed control, including management of resistant species.
• Implement best practices for timing and application of pesticides, while adhering to label requirements and regulatory considerations.