Plant Pests: Weeds

Goal: To recognize the different types of weeds, the areas they inhabit and the various ways to control them by utilizing prevention and treatment methods.

Description: This presentation identifies various weeds. Students will learn characteristics, environmental conditions, prevention methods and treatment methods for the diseases. Students will also be able to identify pests associated with common plants and crops and determine uses and types of prevention and treatment methods.

Objectives:

1. To identify pest associated with common plants and crops.

2. To analyze the characteristics associated with common pests of plants.

3. To identify the uses and types of prevention and treatment methods.

4. To identify weeds. (Crabgrass, Dandelion, Henbit, Nutsedge)