Track 4: Field Management & Tech

In-Depth Technical Module

Precision Irrigation, Fertigation & IPM Scouting

Field management bridges field science with labor leadership. By utilizing soil moisture probe telemetry and integrated pest management (IPM) thresholds, field supervisors optimize yield uniformities while streamlining labor pacing.

1. Smart Drip Fertigation

Monitoring soil tension values (centibars) to calculate exact evapotranspiration (ETc) replacement. Managing EC (Electrical Conductivity) during bloom to optimize fruit firmness.

2. Economic Threshold Scouting

Calculating pest populations per leaf/trap before executing pesticide applications. Utilizing biological controls to minimize crop re-entry delay intervals for field workers.

Curated Video Training Guides

Drip Fertigation & Telemetry Controls

Soil probe telemetry & EC monitoring

Track 4 Knowledge Certification Test

1. What is the primary purpose of calculating an "Economic Threshold" in IPM scouting?

A. To apply chemicals as early as possible regardless of insect counts. B. To trigger treatments only when pest damage costs exceed treatment costs.