Implementing NRCSImplementing NRCS Pest Management Pest Management

Posting “No Spray Zone”

signs in all environmentally sensitive areas!

Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management

High Priority Areas– Environmental Monitoring

USGS, State Agencies, Agrichemical Companies

– Modeling NAPRA

– Regulatory Requirements TMDL SMP SDWA

Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management

The scope of NRCS pest management activities will vary widely across the country

Variance based on:– natural resource needs– agency resources available– state or local regulations

Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management

Environmental Monitoring Modeling Results Vulnerable/Sensitive Resources Special Use Resources Rarity of Resource District Priorities State Technical Committee Priorities State Government Programs

Targeting Pest ManagementTargeting Pest Management

Cost Share or Incentive Programs Availability of Technical Assistance Areas of Low IPM Adoption Pest Outbreaks Expanding Commodities Commodity Group Support Crop Protection Industry Support

PartnershipsPartnerships

We cannot succeed alone. We need to develop and maintain very close ties to:– Extension– Crop Consultants– State Agricultural Agencies– Commodity Groups– Agrichemical Dealers– Anyone else who influences recommendations

PartnershipsPartnerships

“They” focus on Efficacy and Economics. “We” focus on Environmental risks and

appropriate mitigation strategies. But all three of these must be integrated into

final pest management decisions. Together, we must deliver an integrated

message and provide appropriate incentives for implementing reduced risk alternatives.

Pest Management Pest Management Certification (NRCS)Certification (NRCS)

Anyone can develop the pest management component of a conservation plan.

Certification is only required to approve the pest management component of a conservation plan.

NRCS certification is for Conservation Planners not Pest Advisors, although there may be some overlapping requirements.