2009 Plant-Parasitic Nematode Identification
Short Course in Clemson, SC
Clemson University sponsors the Plant-parasitic Nematode Identification Course. As of December 2008, 483 people from over 40 states, and 24 countries have participated in and received certification for this practical course on the identification of common plant-parasitic nematodes. Our next offering will be December 5-12, 2009 in Clemson, SC, USA.
This program is part of a continuing effort by Clemson University to provide services designed to update and increase the efficiency of professionals from public and private institutions and independant consultants in the fields of plant pathology and nematology. Accurate nematode identification is important in the management of turfgrass, field and fruit crops and vegetables.
This
course provides beginning training in separation of nematodes from soil and
plant material and identification of nematodes to genus. Seven Continuing Education
Units and a certificate are given for successful completion of the course.
There are approximately 30 hours of formally presented material and 40 hours
of laboratory instruction. Each person is provided with dissecting and compound
microscopes and fresh specimens of 26 common plant-parasitic nematode genera.
Participants have the opportunity to study and learn to identify the nematodes
at their own pace.
Pre-registration is required. Early registration is suggested because enrollment is limited to 16 participants. The registration fee is $850 US, which includes instruction, laboratory equipment, workbook, and Plant-Parasitic Nematodes - A Pictorial Key to Genera. There are no scholarships or fellowships. See our on-line registration form.
For more information, contact Dr. Paula Agudelo at 864/656-5741 or e-mail pagudel@clemson.edu.
A block of rooms, including a hospitality suite, is being held for course participants at the Sleep Inn, Clemson, 864/653-6000 ($70.00 plus taxes). A continental breakfast is included. Please reserve a room there to facilitate transportation needs and socializing. Make your reservations by asking for a room under code "Nematode." This code will make available our block of rooms at the discount rate.
