This six-hour training prepares learners to recognize the full plant disease diagnostic process through a combination of teaching videos, written resources, formative knowledge assessments, and interactive exercises. Learners will understand how to diagnose plant diseases through careful observation, identification of causal agents, and field-based diagnostic skills. Designed for real-world application, this course emphasizes early recognition and response to plant health issues affecting crops and ornamental plants in the Northeast.

Cost: $200
(Full Price)
Cost: $100
(50% discount)
Suggested fee for those who can afford 50% of the full course fee.
Cost: $50
(75% discount)
Suggested fee for participants for whom the full course fee would prove a barrier to participation.
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