Course Description:
Even though water is the cheapest thing in a spray tank mix, its quality has significant impact on the success of every other product in the tank. Bad quality water not only reduces the pesticide/herbicide efficacy but also have a negative impact on the plant. In this course we will learn about the factors that impact water quality and talk about different ways to test the quality of your water. We will also discuss different methods that can be used to improve water quality to make it suitable for use in the spray tank.
Time: Approx. 34 minutes + Quiz
Quiz: 9 Questions
CCA/CEU Credits: 0.5 Water and Soil*
* CEU credits will be submitted on your behalf upon the completion of the course. This process can take up to 30 days to appear in your account. If you have any issues please contact ATP at info@atpag.com
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Course Content
Course Instructor
Nico owned and successfully managed his own agricultural retail business in South Africa between the years of 1994-2003. His primary focus was on the production of sugarcane, citrus, vegetables, litchis, mangoes, bananas and forestry. During this time, Nico also lectured agriculture students in nutrition and crop protection at the local College of Agriculture.
Nico and his wife, immigrated to Canada in 2003. With the experience he developed over the past 22 years through horticulture and plant nutrition. He is uniquely qualified to educate other agronomists, progressive growers and top retailers.
Nico is currently a Regional Manager for ATP Nutrition Ltd. covering Northern Saskatchewan.
Quality water is an essential ingredient of the working solution.