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Articles 991 - 1020 of 1884

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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 Aug 2015

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.

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Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2015, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner Aug 2015

Utah Urban Small-Scale Mixed Vegetable Production Costs And Returns - 2 Acres, 2015, Shawn Olsen, Kynda Curtis, Katie Wagner

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Sample costs and returns to produce mixed vegetables under drip irrigation and sold through direct markets in the Davis, Salt Lake, and Utah County of Utah are presented in this fact sheet. It is intended to be a guide used to make production decisions,determine potential returns and prepare business and marketing plans.

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Soil Analysis Information Sheet, Utah State University Aug 2015

Soil Analysis Information Sheet, Utah State University

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No abstract provided.

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Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (Bydv), Claudia Nischwitz, Lyle Holmgren Jul 2015

Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (Bydv), Claudia Nischwitz, Lyle Holmgren

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This fact sheet describes Barley yellow dwarf virus, a worldwide insect pest that infects small grains like barley, wheat, oats and rice, as well as many wild grass species. It describes symptoms, the disease cycle, and management options.

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Managing Rock Squirrels In Utah, Nicki Frey Jul 2015

Managing Rock Squirrels In Utah, Nicki Frey

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Although they do not exist in large colonies like other ground squirrels, rock squirrels can still sometimes generate conflicts with homeowners and farmers alike. Most damage occurs when a few rock squirrels take residence in a homeowner’s back yard, and begin to forage on garden vegetables and fruit trees. There are several direct and indirect ways that private landowners can manage and reduce rock squirrels on their property. This fact sheet give management tips.

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Bats And Rabies In Utah, Nicki Frey Jul 2015

Bats And Rabies In Utah, Nicki Frey

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This fact sheet describes the 10 species of bats found in Utah, what to do if you are bitten and how to avoid contracting diseases from them.

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On-Ranch Application Of Dna Technology, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Christensen Jul 2015

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.

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Wisteria In The Garden, Michael Caron, Taun Beddes, Gabriela Judd Jul 2015

Wisteria In The Garden, Michael Caron, Taun Beddes, Gabriela Judd

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Wisteria is a vigorous, cold-hardy, long-lived, true climbing/twining vine best known for large panicles of beautiful spring blooming flowers. This fact sheet describes varieties, how to grow, and pruning and training.

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Brand Comparison For Electric Programmable Pressure Cookers, Susan Haws, Teresa Hunsaker, Debra Proctor, Ellen Serfustini, Karin Allen Jul 2015

Brand Comparison For Electric Programmable Pressure Cookers, Susan Haws, Teresa Hunsaker, Debra Proctor, Ellen Serfustini, Karin Allen

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This fact sheet shows results of a brand comparisons for four different electric programmable pressure cookers. Cuisinart, Deni, Fagor, and Nesco were tested using five different foods, at four different altitudes.

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A Beginners Guide: 10 Tips To Better Landscape Photography, Lori Bailey, Cindy Nelson Jul 2015

A Beginners Guide: 10 Tips To Better Landscape Photography, Lori Bailey, Cindy Nelson

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This tri-fold brochure gives 10 tips for better landscape photography, especially for 4-H youth.

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Safety Guide For The Adventurous Outdoor Hiker, Lori Bailey, Cindy Nelson Jul 2015

Safety Guide For The Adventurous Outdoor Hiker, Lori Bailey, Cindy Nelson

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This tri-fold brochure gives safety tips for hikers, especially 4-H youth.

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Ornamental Grasses In The Landscape, A Guide For The Intermountain West, Jaydee Gunnell, Jerry L. Goodspeed, Richard M. Anderson Jun 2015

Ornamental Grasses In The Landscape, A Guide For The Intermountain West, Jaydee Gunnell, Jerry L. Goodspeed, Richard M. Anderson

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This publication illustrates basic identifying structures and features of grasses in general, as well as key taxonomic characteristics that horticulturists use in classifying the different species. It also covers how to use ornamental grasses in landscape settings and highlights some of the commonly grown ornamental species that are adapted to the Intermountain West.

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Zebra Chip Disease Of Potato, Claudie Nischwitz, Shawn Olsen, Ron Patterson Jun 2015

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.

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Vegetable Irrigation: Squash And Pumpkin, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen Jun 2015

Vegetable Irrigation: Squash And Pumpkin, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen

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This fact sheet discusses the basic principles of irrigation systems, whether furrow, sprinkler or drip, that will help ensure proper irrigation of squash and pumpkin.

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Partially Hydrogenated Oils And Trans Fats Information For Consumers, Karin Allen Jun 2015

Partially Hydrogenated Oils And Trans Fats Information For Consumers, Karin Allen

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Companies have been given until June 2018 to remove PHOs from the foods they produce, or to petition the FDA to allow specific uses for trans fats. The FDA has not banned trans fats. But what does that mean? And how will it change the foods we eat? To help consumers understand the FDA's actions, this fact sheet looks at three questions: What is trans fat? What are PHOs? What will replace PHOs?

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Gardening In Sandy Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon Jun 2015

Gardening In Sandy Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon

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This fact sheet covers the basics of clay, silt and sand soils with an emphasis on gardening in soils with a high sand content. It includes information on the composition of sandy soils, gardening tips for managing sandy soils, and the types of plants that grow best in sandy soils.

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Gardening In Clay Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon Jun 2015

Gardening In Clay Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon

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This fact sheet covers the basics of clay, silt and sand soils with an emphasis on gardening in soils with a high clay content. It includes information on the composition of clay soils, gardening tips for managing clay soils, and the types of plants that grow best in clay soils.

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Irrigation Of Safflower In Northern Utah, L. Niel Allen, J. Earl Creech, Michael G. Pace, Clark E. Israelsen Jun 2015

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..

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Candidatus Liberibacter Of Pepper, Claudia Nischwitz Jun 2015

Candidatus Liberibacter Of Pepper, Claudia Nischwitz

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This fact sheet describes Candidatus Liberibacter which infects pepper plants.

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Common Crane Fly In Turf, Ricardo Ramirez, Kelly Kopp Jun 2015

Common Crane Fly In Turf, Ricardo Ramirez, Kelly Kopp

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Crane flies belong to one of the most specious families of flies. The adult flies, also known as “mosquito hawks”, are not giant mosquitoes and do not bite, and though the name suggests it, they do not feed on mosquitoes. In general, the larvae are associated with aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats. The majority of crane flies are not pests.

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Disinfectants Against Avian Influenza Viruses, David D. Frame May 2015

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.

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Gardening And Landscaping Practices For Nesting Native Bees, James H. Cane May 2015

Gardening And Landscaping Practices For Nesting Native Bees, James H. Cane

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This fact sheet describes simple landscaping and gardening practices that can provide essential nesting needs of native bees, including ground nesting, twig and stem nesting, and wood nesting.

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Vegetable Irrigation: Sweet Pepper And Tomato, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen May 2015

Vegetable Irrigation: Sweet Pepper And Tomato, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen

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This fact sheet discusses basic principles that will help ensure proper irrigation of sweet pepper and tomato.

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Vegetable Irrigation: Onion, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen May 2015

Vegetable Irrigation: Onion, Tiffany Maughan, Dan Drost, L. Niel Allen

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This fact sheet discusses the basic principles for properly irrigating onions.

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Raspberry Management For Utah, Tiffany Maughan, Brent Black Apr 2015

Raspberry Management For Utah, Tiffany Maughan, Brent Black

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This fact sheet provides a general guide to raspberry production that can be adapted for both home use and for small-scale commercial production.

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Flea Beetles On Vegetables, Bonnie Bunn, Diane Alston, Marion Murray Apr 2015

Flea Beetles On Vegetables, Bonnie Bunn, Diane Alston, Marion Murray

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Flea beetles are common and problematic in Utah. They are present in late spring and early summer on many vegetable crops and ornamental plants. Adult flea beetles are small, shiny insects that have enlarged hind legs, allowing them to jump great distances when disturbed.

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Signs Of Kidding And Care During And After Kids Are Born, C. Kim Chapman, Justen Smith Apr 2015

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.

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Preventing Back Injury While Working In Agriculture, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither Apr 2015

Preventing Back Injury While Working In Agriculture, Rhonda Miller, Anne Brown-Reither

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This fact sheet describes sources of back pain for those working in agriculture, and suggests devices and equipment that can replace the need to do repetitive manual lifting that often causes back injuries.,

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Federal Lands Grazing Permits, Managing Rangeland Resources, James D. Keyes, Jamie J. Keyes Mar 2015

Federal Lands Grazing Permits, Managing Rangeland Resources, James D. Keyes, Jamie J. Keyes

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This fact sheet describes federal lands grazing permits, how they came about, structure of the permit, grazing systems, administration, and costs.

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Water-Wise Landscaping: Ideas For Landscape Water Conservation Without Changing Your Landscape Design, Kyle Frandsen, Larry Rupp Mar 2015

Water-Wise Landscaping: Ideas For Landscape Water Conservation Without Changing Your Landscape Design, Kyle Frandsen, Larry Rupp

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This fact sheet describes many ways to conserve water without changing your existing landscape design.

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