Estimation of resistance risks. Understanding of selective action of compounds against target and non-target organisms. Becoming familiar with the Dutch Crop Protection Guide. The examination mark is rounded off on the basis of the mark for the practical. Lecture notes and manual for the fungicide practical can be obtained from the 'Centraal Magazijn'.
Biotechnology is increasingly important in modern agriculture.
Successes have been obtained in the area of crop protection, in particular the availability of genetic traits to introduce pest, disease and herbicide resistance into plants and the development of improved microbial insecticides using molecular engineering techniques. The aim of the course is to give a comprehensive overview of the potential of molecular biology, genetics and immunology for crop protection, and to present an overview of recent advances in the field. The course will also address the potential of novel technologies and approaches for crop protection in the future. Biotechnological advances in the field of entomology, phytopathology, nematology, virology and herbology and their potential for exploitation in crop protection are discussed. Written exam with essay questions.