‘’Plant the Fields to Achieve the Yields”
Extension Education
Olivia C. Fuller
Tuscaloosa
Abstract
Pollinating the Field to Achieve the Yield; Program for Native Habitat On-Farm Assistance. Olivia Fuller*1‚ Anthony Abbate, Camila Rodrigues, Kristin Woods, Ayanava Majumdar, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36049, Department of Horticulture, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849.
Many farmers have attained food safety certification which allows them to sell to larger retail and wholesale buyers. Although there are many variations of audit standards, all include Integrated Pest Management (IPM) guidelines. In 2020, the Sustainability Consortium developed a Responsible Pest Management (RPM) framework user guide for best practices in agriculture. This material supports producers to align with industry standards regarding responsible use of pesticides and pest management practices including pollinator health commitments. The Extension program "Planting for Pollinators" was developed to provide technical support to growers needing to meet the guidelines set forth. These programs are aligned with the principles aligned with Global GAP standards and Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) for crops including fruits and vegetables, flowers and ornamentals, hops, and teas.
Poster has NOT been presented at any previous NACAA AM/PIC
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Authors: Olivia C. Fuller, Ayanava Majumdar , Camila Rodrigues , Anthony Abbate, Kristin Woods
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Fuller, O. Regional Extension Agent , Auburn University , Alabama, 35401
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Majumdar , A. Extension Professor , Auburn University , Alabama, 36849
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Rodrigues , C. Extension Specialist , Auburn , Alabama, 36849
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Abbate, A. Postdoctoral Researcher , Auburn University , Alabama, 36849
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Woods, K. Regional Extension Agent , Auburn University , Alabama, 36748