Module: Crop Protection in Organic Farming (3603-420)

Persons:

• Prof.Dr. Claus Zebitz (verantwortlich)

Degree Program:

• Crop Sciences - Plant Nutrition and Protection (Master, since 01.10.2014)
  2. Semester, elective
• Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (Master, since 01.10.2014)
  2. Semester, elective
• Agricultural Sciences - Major: Crop Production Systems (Master, since 01.10.2015)
  2. Semester, semi-elective

Relation to other Modules:

The course topics are necessary components of organic plant production. The knowledge achieved is a suitable background for farm managers, extension experts, and controller in organic farming.

Prerequisites for Attendance:

Basic knowledge in crop protection, particularly biological control are required (B0105VG or equivalent); knowledge of biology of pests, diseases, weeds and beneficial organisms are helpful; basic knowledge in organic / ecological crop production are helpful.

Sprache:

English

ECTS:

6 credits

Frequency:

every summer semester

Length of the Module:

1 semester

Compulsory assignment:

Presentation in groups with discussion and extended abstract (20 %)

Final examination:

Written exam (80 %)

Length of the examination:

120 minutes

Workload:

56 h presence + 104 h preparation at home + exam = 160 h workload

Professional competences:

After completing the module, students are able to identify and specify the different crop protection approaches and their efficiency limits in various crops in organic/ecological farming. They are able to develop and conduct complex programmes covering direct control and indirect control such as habitat management, while considering the holistic approach in organic farming.

Key competences:

During preparation for the exam, while following up on lectures and by preparing the seminar presentation, students practice self-reliance and team work. They learn and practice both critical and analytical thinking and reading of scientific literature, while writing a review on a relevant topic and presenting in the seminar improve their capability of exploring and articulating a scientific issue and enhancing their presentation skills.

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