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April 16, 2024 by irrieducation Technology Transfer 0 comments

Hands-on Training on Biotic Stress Resistance Evaluation

Course Overview

Biotic stresses due to pests and diseases are dynamic, and their occurrence is influenced by several factors, such as host genotype, cropping practices, and extreme weather events brought about by climate change. Major diseases caused by pathogens, and nematodes and insect pests, such as brown planthoppers, green leafhoppers and stemborers, reduce rice yields in different ecosystems, if these are not properly assessed and managed.

The use of host plant resistance is generally considered as the most economical, practical and environment-friendly strategy for pest management. It enables farmers to reduce yield losses, improve productivity and profitability without reliance on pesticides, which becomes increasingly important in the face of climate change. However, robust screening protocols are often lacking or not standardized. Hence, capacity development on the protocols used at IRRI for evaluation of resistance to biotic stresses will facilitate the identification and selection of resistant genotypes. A standard protocol will facilitate collaboration among different institutes. Acquiring skills in the evaluation of rice genotypes to biotic stresses is crucial for developing pest management strategies.

This two-week hands-on training course is designed to equip the participants with experiential skills in identification, collection, isolation,and evaluation of damages caused by major rice pests and diseases through immersive and applied learning.

The major rice diseases and pests covered by this course are bacterial blight, leaf and neck blast, sheath blight, false smut and tungro, root-knot nematode, brown planthopper, green leafhopper and yellow stemborer.

Course Objectives

In this training course, the participants are expected to:

  • Familiarize themselves with the major pests and diseases of rice
  • Obtain basic skills in proper handling and maintenance of pathogens and pests
  • Undergo hands-on training on IRRI’s standard protocols for the evaluation of rice germplasm against major insect pests, nematode and diseases
  • Learn skills in the interpretation of evaluation results
  • Develop the ability to set-up appropriate conditions for the evaluation of resistance to insect pests, diseases, and nematode

Key Modules

  • Overview of the major rice diseases and pests
  • Collection and rearing of insects and nematodes in the greenhouse
  • Collection, isolation, purification and preservation of pathogens
  • Artificial pathogen inoculation and insect infestation of host plants
  • Data collection, analysis, and interpretation

Target Participants

The course is intended for IRRI Staff, NARES partners, scientists, and students from research institutions. The training can accommodate 20 participants.

Learning Modality

The course will be delivered face-to-face through a mixed modality of synchronous and asynchronous discussions with hands-on exercises in the laboratory, greenhouse, and open concrete beds, and field trips.

Apply for Hands-on Training on Biotic Stress Resistance Evaluation

Training Duration

Pre-Training Activity: 16 October 2024 via zoom | 2:00-4:00, PM Philippine Standard Time
Training: 21-31 October 2024 | 9 days at IRRI Headquarters, Philippines

Deadline of Application

31 Aug 2024

Course Fee

External participants with accommodation - USD 1570

The course fee applies to external and non-IRRI participants and includes the training fee, training kit, welcome and closing dinner, daily snacks, minimal meal allowance, medical insurance, and airport transfers, and single-occupancy room at IRRI Dormitory throughout the training duration

External participants without accommodation - USD 1,397

The course fee applies to external and non-IRRI participants and includes the training fee, training kit, welcome and closing dinner and daily snacks, daily snacks, minimal meal allowance, medical insurance, and airport transfers

In addition, participants must shoulder the cost of their own accommodation.

IRRI Staff - USD 797

The course fee is applicable to IRRI Staff from both Headquarters and Country Offices and includes the training fee, training kit, welcome and closing dinner and daily snacks

In addition, participants must cover their own transportation expenses to and from IRRI and shoulder their own accommodation if needed.

Click here to apply!

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