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Pacific Manual – Plant Health Clinics

This manual has been developed for trainers to assist in the training of agriculture extension staff in Pacific island countries to become plant health doctors. The doctors will be responsible for the development and running of plant health clinics (PHC).

Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Plant Health Clinics: Introduction
Chapter 2: Identification & Diagnosis of Plant Pests & Diseases
Chapter 3: Diagnosing Unknowns Using Digital Platforms
Chapter 4: Integrated Pest & Disease Management Options 1: Cultural & Biological Control
Chapter 5: Integrated Pests & Disease Management Options 2: Using Pesticides
Chapter 6: Running a Plant Health Clinic (PHC)
Chapter 7: Resources for Trainers
Chapter 8: Guide to Exercises & Answers to Quizzes
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