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The Financial Condition of Idaho Agriculture: 2019 > PDF
Summary of the financial condition of Idaho agriculture in 2019. Includes net farm income, cash receipts, revenue from livestock and crops, and the overall contribution of agribusiness to Idaho’s Econ . . . . . more details
Summary of the financial condition of Idaho agriculture in 2019. Includes net farm income, cash receipts, revenue from livestock and crops, and the overall contribution of agribusiness to Idaho’s Econ . . . . . more details
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Beware Signs of White Rot in Garlic and Other Allium Crops > PDF
White rot is a very serious disease of garlic and onion. This three-page Green Thumb publication will help you to identify the disease and prepare a defense against its growth in your garden, includin . . . . . more details
White rot is a very serious disease of garlic and onion. This three-page Green Thumb publication will help you to identify the disease and prepare a defense against its growth in your garden, includin . . . . . more details
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Building a Tradition of Adaptive Rangeland Management: Jack Southworth (Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study series) > PDF
This publication is part of the Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study Series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest. Authors: Sonia A. Hall, Tipton D. Hudson, Georgine G. Yo . . . . . more details
This publication is part of the Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study Series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest. Authors: Sonia A. Hall, Tipton D. Hudson, Georgine G. Yo . . . . . more details
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Twospotted Spider Mite on Sugar Beet: Importance, Identification and Management > PDF
Since 2012, sugar beet production in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington has seen a significant increase in twospotted spider mite (TSSM) populations. This publication outlines the symptoms of a TSSM pest p . . . . . more details
Since 2012, sugar beet production in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington has seen a significant increase in twospotted spider mite (TSSM) populations. This publication outlines the symptoms of a TSSM pest p . . . . . more details
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Elaboración Segura del Queso Fresco > PDF
Instrucciones—preparación segura a hacer el queso fresco. Autora: Lizann Powers-Hammond 6 páginas . . . . . más detalles
Instrucciones—preparación segura a hacer el queso fresco. Autora: Lizann Powers-Hammond 6 páginas . . . . . más detalles
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Fresh Cheese Made Safely > PDF
Queso fresco, a fresh, crumbly, white cheese, can be made at home! Step-by-step process for making this cheese safely included. Author: Lizann Powers-Hammond 6 pages . . . . . more details
Queso fresco, a fresh, crumbly, white cheese, can be made at home! Step-by-step process for making this cheese safely included. Author: Lizann Powers-Hammond 6 pages . . . . . more details
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Harvest Weed Seed Control: Applications for PNW Wheat Production Systems > PDF
This publication discusses the various HWSC systems and their potential suitability for PNW wheat production systems across rainfall regions. Authors: Drew J. Lyon, Michael J. Walsh, Judit . . . . . more details
This publication discusses the various HWSC systems and their potential suitability for PNW wheat production systems across rainfall regions. Authors: Drew J. Lyon, Michael J. Walsh, Judit . . . . . more details
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2018 Small Grain and Grain Legume Report: Northern Idaho Small Grain and Grain Legume Research and Extension Program > PDF
This report summarizes the performance of winter wheat, spring wheat, winter barley, spring barley, winter pea, spring pea, lentil, and chickpea varieties tested in Extension variety trials conducted . . . . . more details
This report summarizes the performance of winter wheat, spring wheat, winter barley, spring barley, winter pea, spring pea, lentil, and chickpea varieties tested in Extension variety trials conducted . . . . . more details
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Uniform Plant Stand Is Key to Crop Yield and Quality > PDF
Uniform stand is important for all aspects of crop production, from efficient use of agricultural inputs to in-season field management, and for optimizing yield and quality. Seed quality, seedbed prep . . . . . more details
Uniform stand is important for all aspects of crop production, from efficient use of agricultural inputs to in-season field management, and for optimizing yield and quality. Seed quality, seedbed prep . . . . . more details
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Know the Demographic Trends: The Findings of a Three-Year Survey on Nitrogen Management and Precision Agriculture Adoption in Southern Idaho > PDF
Between 2015 and 2017, a grower survey was conducted to gather data on the demographic trends underlying the use and nonuse of high-tech devices and procedures on farms. Targeted were a small but dive . . . . . more details
Between 2015 and 2017, a grower survey was conducted to gather data on the demographic trends underlying the use and nonuse of high-tech devices and procedures on farms. Targeted were a small but dive . . . . . more details
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Tips for Entrepreneurs: Regulations for Selling Prepared Foods > PDF
Part of the Tips for Entrepreneurs series, this 2-page fact sheet provides information on how Idaho regulates the prepared food industry. Included are the types of food establishments that are subject . . . . . more details
Part of the Tips for Entrepreneurs series, this 2-page fact sheet provides information on how Idaho regulates the prepared food industry. Included are the types of food establishments that are subject . . . . . more details
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Wheat streak mosaic virus Management in Idaho Cereals > PDF
Wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV) is a serious disease that can challenge wheat production in Idaho. Transmitted by the wheat curl mite, WSMV infects winter and spring wheat and can also infect barley, . . . . . more details
Wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV) is a serious disease that can challenge wheat production in Idaho. Transmitted by the wheat curl mite, WSMV infects winter and spring wheat and can also infect barley, . . . . . more details
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Grazing management that achieves multiple-use goals, Russ Stingley (Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study series) > PDF
This publication is part of the Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study Series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest. Authors: Tipton D. Hudson, Sonia A. Hall, J. Shannon Nei . . . . . more details
This publication is part of the Rancher-to-Rancher Case Study Series: Increasing resilience among ranchers in the Pacific Northwest. Authors: Tipton D. Hudson, Sonia A. Hall, J. Shannon Nei . . . . . more details
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Sugar Beet Root Maggot: Identification, Biology, and Management > PDF
The Sugar Beet Root Maggot occurs wherever sugar beet is grown in Idaho. This publication will help you to design an integrated pest management (IPM) program for the sugar beet root maggot. The IPM ap . . . . . more details
The Sugar Beet Root Maggot occurs wherever sugar beet is grown in Idaho. This publication will help you to design an integrated pest management (IPM) program for the sugar beet root maggot. The IPM ap . . . . . more details
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Tips for Entrepreneurs: What to Think About When Starting a Business > PDF
Part of the Tips for Entrepreneurs series, this 2-page fact sheet provides the answers to some of the commonly asked questions when considering starting a business. Included is an informational table . . . . . more details
Part of the Tips for Entrepreneurs series, this 2-page fact sheet provides the answers to some of the commonly asked questions when considering starting a business. Included is an informational table . . . . . more details
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Flowering Rush > PDF
Flowering Rush is an invasive, aquatic, perennial weed listed as a "noxious" weed by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA). This fact sheet provides basic information on identification, hab . . . . . more details
Flowering Rush is an invasive, aquatic, perennial weed listed as a "noxious" weed by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA). This fact sheet provides basic information on identification, hab . . . . . more details
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Dutch Oven Cooking: Helper's Guide > PDF
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
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Dutch Oven Cooking: Project Manual Unit 1 > PDF
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
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Dutch Oven Cooking: Project Manual Unit 2 > PDF
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
Dutch oven cooking is a special activity that can be enjoyed by all. The fun comes not only from eating, but also on the way to the finished product. This project was written for those who love being . . . . . more details
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Grazed Cover Cropping, Drew Leitch (Farmer to Farmer Case Study Series) > PDF
An Inland Northwest farmer has been trialing spring and fall-seeded cover cropping for cow-calf grazing and the effects on the following grain crops. Authors: Georgine Yorgey, Kristy Borrel . . . . . more details
An Inland Northwest farmer has been trialing spring and fall-seeded cover cropping for cow-calf grazing and the effects on the following grain crops. Authors: Georgine Yorgey, Kristy Borrel . . . . . more details
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Idaho Agricultural Global Exports, 2018 > PDF
In 2017, Idaho’s foreign exports totaled almost $3.9 billion. The second-largest category of exports was food and agricultural products, which contributed 22% of Idaho’s total exports. This publicatio . . . . . more details
In 2017, Idaho’s foreign exports totaled almost $3.9 billion. The second-largest category of exports was food and agricultural products, which contributed 22% of Idaho’s total exports. This publicatio . . . . . more details
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Growing Food Safely in Idaho School Gardens > PDF
This guide is created for teachers, parents, volunteers, school administrators, food-service professionals, and everyone else engaged in youth gardening projects in Idaho. It is meant to serve as a gu . . . . . more details
This guide is created for teachers, parents, volunteers, school administrators, food-service professionals, and everyone else engaged in youth gardening projects in Idaho. It is meant to serve as a gu . . . . . more details
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2017 Small Grain and Grain Legume Report: Northern Idaho Small Grain and Grain Legume Research and Extension Program > PDF
This report summarizes the performance of winter wheat, spring wheat, winter barley, spring barley, winter pea, spring pea, lentil and chickpea varieties tested in extension variety trials conducted i . . . . . more details
This report summarizes the performance of winter wheat, spring wheat, winter barley, spring barley, winter pea, spring pea, lentil and chickpea varieties tested in extension variety trials conducted i . . . . . more details
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Evaluating LESA Irrigation Systems in Potato Production in Southern and Eastern Idaho > PDF
Low-elevation spray application (LESA) is an irrigation modification that places nozzles 1–2 ft aboveground. The lower nozzle height in LESA enables water droplets to spend less time in the air, which . . . . . more details
Low-elevation spray application (LESA) is an irrigation modification that places nozzles 1–2 ft aboveground. The lower nozzle height in LESA enables water droplets to spend less time in the air, which . . . . . more details
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Southern Idaho Fertilizer Guide: Sugar Beets > PDF
Sugar beets are one of the major raw materials for sugar manufactured in the United States. Sugar beet profits are based on three key factors: beet yield, sucrose content, and sucrose recovery efficie . . . . . more details
Sugar beets are one of the major raw materials for sugar manufactured in the United States. Sugar beet profits are based on three key factors: beet yield, sucrose content, and sucrose recovery efficie . . . . . more details
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From Weeds to Flowers: Creating Sustainable Wildflower Meadows in Arid Climates > PDF
Wildflower meadows have the potential to benefit homeowners, public land managers, and commercial property caretakers in numerous ways. They can beautify landscapes, simplify maintenance, strengthen s . . . . . more details
Wildflower meadows have the potential to benefit homeowners, public land managers, and commercial property caretakers in numerous ways. They can beautify landscapes, simplify maintenance, strengthen s . . . . . more details
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Russian Thistle: Management in a Wheat-Fallow Crop Rotation > PDF
Russian thistle is the most economically important summer-annual broadleaf weed found in the low-precipitation zone of the inland Pacific Northwest. This weed causes serious management problems in whe . . . . . more details
Russian thistle is the most economically important summer-annual broadleaf weed found in the low-precipitation zone of the inland Pacific Northwest. This weed causes serious management problems in whe . . . . . more details