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Rainwater Harvesting For The Home And Farm, Matthew Palmer, Kohl Carter, Roslynn Brain, Shannon Cromwell
Rainwater Harvesting For The Home And Farm, Matthew Palmer, Kohl Carter, Roslynn Brain, Shannon Cromwell
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This fact sheet covers the basic components of a rain harvesting system, Utah's laws for rain harvesting, how to estimate the volume of water storage you will need, ideas for increasing water pressure in your system, as well as tips and insights for building a rain harvesting system.
Collection Procedure For Submitting Pcr Samples To Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory For Avian Influenza Testing In Turkeys, Chickens, And Game Birds, David D. Frame, Arnaud Van Wettere
Collection Procedure For Submitting Pcr Samples To Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory For Avian Influenza Testing In Turkeys, Chickens, And Game Birds, David D. Frame, Arnaud Van Wettere
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This fact sheets gives information on collecting procedures for PCR samples to be sent to the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, for avian influenza testing of turkeys, chickens, and game birds. It includes needed supplies, how to collect samples, and how to ship the samples.
Using A Rising Plate Meter To Determine Paddock Size For Rotational Grazing, Jennifer W. Macadam, Sara R. Hunt
Using A Rising Plate Meter To Determine Paddock Size For Rotational Grazing, Jennifer W. Macadam, Sara R. Hunt
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For rotational grazing of pastures to be most successful, it’s important to match pasture production to ruminant intake, because both can change during the grazing season. This publication shows how a rising plate meter can be used to calculate available pasture dry matter, allowing pasture managers to optimize pasture utilization and ruminant production on pasture.
Soil Moisture Measurement And Sensors For Irrigation Management, Tiffany Maughan, L. Niel Allen, Dan Drost
Soil Moisture Measurement And Sensors For Irrigation Management, Tiffany Maughan, L. Niel Allen, Dan Drost
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This fact sheet introduces several soil water monitoring options that, when used correctly, can help growers avoid over and under watering.
Livestock Grazing On The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument: Its Importance To The Local Economy, Gil Miller, Kevin Heaton
Livestock Grazing On The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument: Its Importance To The Local Economy, Gil Miller, Kevin Heaton
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Livestock grazing on the GSENM provides significant economic benefits to Garfield and Kane Counties. If all Active and Suspended AUMs were utilized, there would be increased economic benefit. If ranching on the GSENM were lost, the economic sustainability in the Garfield-Kane Economic Region would be greatly reduced.
Livestock Grazing On The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument: The Historical And Cultural Importance To The Region, Kevin Heaton, Gil Miller
Livestock Grazing On The Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument: The Historical And Cultural Importance To The Region, Kevin Heaton, Gil Miller
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The results of a survey of GSENM permit holders document that livestock grazing has influenced the history and culture of Kane and Garfield Counties of Utah, and any reduction or elimination of grazing would directly affect the history and culture of the GSENM region.
The Potential For Reducing N Fertilizer Inputs For Corn Production In The First Year Following Alfalfa, Earl Creech, Grant Cardon, James Barnhill, Jody Gale, Clark Israelsen, Boyd Kitchen, Mark Nelson, Mike Pace
The Potential For Reducing N Fertilizer Inputs For Corn Production In The First Year Following Alfalfa, Earl Creech, Grant Cardon, James Barnhill, Jody Gale, Clark Israelsen, Boyd Kitchen, Mark Nelson, Mike Pace
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The objectives of the project reported in this fact sheet were to 1) examine current post-alfalfa N fertilizer credit guidelines and investigate the potential to further reduce N fertilizer rates (if possible) on first year corn after alfalfa across Utah, and 2) accordingly update the USU Extension corn management recommendations and promote grower awareness and adoption of the new guidelines.
Irrigated Alfalfa Variety Performance, 2011-2014; North Logan, Utah, Earl Creech, Thomas Griggs, Clark Israelsen, T J Bingham, Jason Clark, Mark Pieper
Irrigated Alfalfa Variety Performance, 2011-2014; North Logan, Utah, Earl Creech, Thomas Griggs, Clark Israelsen, T J Bingham, Jason Clark, Mark Pieper
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Alfalfa is the most important crop in Utah, both in terms of acreage and revenue. Although often overlooked, one of the most critical decisions made in alfalfa production is determining which variety to plant. This fact sheet summarizes dry matter (DM) yields of alfalfa varieties during 4 years at the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station Greenville Farm in North Logan (Cache Co.).
On-Ranch Application Of Dna Technology, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Christensen
On-Ranch Application Of Dna Technology, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Christensen
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Genetic analysis provides producers with another tool to identify individuals in a herd which have the greatest potential to be most productive or least productive, thus improving ranch sustainability. This project reported in this fact sheet demonstrated that on each ranch there were both genetically inferior and superior livestock for the production traits analyzed. Participating ranchers are using the results to select replacements and are cautioned to avoid single trait selection. This project also created a baseline for genetic quality which individual ranches could compare with future DNA test results.
Zebra Chip Disease Of Potato, Claudie Nischwitz, Shawn Olsen, Ron Patterson
Zebra Chip Disease Of Potato, Claudie Nischwitz, Shawn Olsen, Ron Patterson
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This fact sheet describes Zebra Chip disease of potatoes, including symptoms, disease cycle, and how to manage it.
Irrigation Of Safflower In Northern Utah, L. Niel Allen, J. Earl Creech, Michael G. Pace, Clark E. Israelsen
Irrigation Of Safflower In Northern Utah, L. Niel Allen, J. Earl Creech, Michael G. Pace, Clark E. Israelsen
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Most safflower in northern Utah and southern Idaho is grown under dryland conditions; however, irrigated safflower can provide higher yields and increase net returns. Two perceived concerns with irrigated safflower are an increase the severity of Alternaria leaf spot disease and delayed maturity in the fall. The results of studies to determine impact of irrigation on safflower yield and Alternaria leaf spot disease are presented in this fact sheet..
Farm Newsletter, Usu Student Organic Farm
Farm Newsletter, Usu Student Organic Farm
USU Student Organic Farm Newsletter
As we warm up from the cold season, expect the variety in the shares in increase. For the first few weeks there will be cold hardy plants such as leafy greens and some herbs. By next spring you will be craving our thick dark green spinach! Check out the recipe for ideas of how to use all these fabulous greens in your meals!
Disinfectants Against Avian Influenza Viruses, David D. Frame
Disinfectants Against Avian Influenza Viruses, David D. Frame
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This fact sheet describes disinfectants that can be used to fight against Avian influenza viruses, including the advantages, disadvantages and how to use.
Signs Of Kidding And Care During And After Kids Are Born, C. Kim Chapman, Justen Smith
Signs Of Kidding And Care During And After Kids Are Born, C. Kim Chapman, Justen Smith
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This fact sheet describes the various parts of the parturition (kidding) process and the basic signals which does usually exhibit for each three stages of the process.
Intermountain Meat Goat Production Calendar, C. Kim Chapman, Justin Smith
Intermountain Meat Goat Production Calendar, C. Kim Chapman, Justin Smith
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This fact sheet is calendar based and contains the recommended and industry-accepted husbandry techniques that will help create a successful production environment for meat goats.
The Optimal Cow Size For Intermountain Cow-Calf Operations, Jesse Russell, Dillon Feuz
The Optimal Cow Size For Intermountain Cow-Calf Operations, Jesse Russell, Dillon Feuz
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Research has shown that as a cow’s mature weight increases, feed efficiency decreases, as well as reproductive efficiency and other production factors. The purpose of this fact sheet is to illustrate the differences economically between three different cow weights (1,000 lbs., 1,200 lbs. and 1,400 lbs.) on three different resource bases.
Farming In The Heat With Chronic Health Conditions, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither
Farming In The Heat With Chronic Health Conditions, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither
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Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are very serious illnesses that can impact anyone, but people with certain chronic health conditions are particularly vulnerable. However, unlike many other illnesses, heat-related illnesses are almost completely preventable. By following simple common sense practices, you can protect yourself and fellow farm workers from experiencing heat-related health problems.
Air Quality And Agriculture, Rhonda Miller
Air Quality And Agriculture, Rhonda Miller
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There are many human factors that contribute to poor air quality, and agriculture is no exception. Best management practices such as the immediate incorporation of manure, nutrient conservation,reduced fertilizer use, reduced tillage, keeping silage covered, covers on manure storage structures,and alternatives to burning can help minimize emissions of air pollutants. Although livestock production is a significant contributor of greenhouse gases, long-term cropping systems can sequester carbon which reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
2015 Costs And Returns For A 200 Cow, Cow-Calf Operation, Northern Utah, Lyle Holmgren, Dillon Feuz
2015 Costs And Returns For A 200 Cow, Cow-Calf Operation, Northern Utah, Lyle Holmgren, Dillon Feuz
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The budget presented in this fact sheet contains sample costs and returns for a typical cow-calf ranching operation in Northern Utah. It is intended to be a guide used to estimate income and expenses as well as list inputs such as feed, veterinary costs and production practices. The budget also provides a framework for the whole ranch/farm plan.
Dryland Safflower Response To Dormant Seeding In Utah, C. E. Israelsen, M. G. Pace, E. Creech, N. Allen
Dryland Safflower Response To Dormant Seeding In Utah, C. E. Israelsen, M. G. Pace, E. Creech, N. Allen
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The dormant seeding of safflower on dryfarms has shown great potential in northern Utah and southern Idaho, but acceptable weed control is a major concern before this practice can be recommended on a larger commercial scale.
2015 Costs And Returns For Flood Irrigated Alfalfa, Box Elder County, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace
2015 Costs And Returns For Flood Irrigated Alfalfa, Box Elder County, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace
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No abstract provided.
2015 Costs And Returns For Non-Irrigated Safflower, Northern Utah, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace, Clark Israelsen
2015 Costs And Returns For Non-Irrigated Safflower, Northern Utah, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace, Clark Israelsen
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This fact sheet contains a budget table with sample costs and returns to establish and produce non-irrigated safflower in Northern Utah. It is intended to be a guide used to estimate income and expenses, list inputs and production practices, and provide a framework for the whole farm plan.
Growing Safflower In Utah, M. G. Pace, C. E. Israelsen, E. Creech, N. Allen
Growing Safflower In Utah, M. G. Pace, C. E. Israelsen, E. Creech, N. Allen
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This fact sheet provides information on growing safflower in Utah. It has become popular on dryland farms in rotation with winter wheat. Safflower seed provides three products, oil, meal, and birdseed.
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Fall/Winter 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.
2015 Costs And Returns For Irrigated Soft White Wheat, Box Elder County, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace
2015 Costs And Returns For Irrigated Soft White Wheat, Box Elder County, Lyle Holmgren, Mike Pace
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This fact sheet provides a budget containing sample costs and returns to establish and produce soft white wheat under flood irrigation in Box Elder County. It is intended to be a guide used to estimate income and expenses, list inputs and production practices, and provide a framework for the whole farm plan.
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Spring/Summer 2015, Utah State University
Cultivate Magazine
No abstract provided.