Plant Health & Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Manager – Date Palm

• Develop and implement annual preventive and curative pest management plans aligned with agricultural seasons and pest life cycles.

• Conduct regular field inspections for early detection of infestations, particularly Red Palm Weevil and other date fruit pests.

• Select appropriate pesticides and calculate accurate dosages.
• Supervise spraying, injection, and dusting operations to ensure effective treatment.

• Implement and manage IPM programs including pheromone trapping systems, biological control methods, and preventive agricultural practices.

• Ensure strict adherence to pesticide Pre-Harvest Intervals (PHI) to maintain food safety and prevent harmful chemical residues in harvested dates.

• Oversee pesticide storage facilities and spraying equipment.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.

• Prepare regular technical reports covering infestation levels, treatment effectiveness, and recommendations for farm improvement.

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