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Voles - Your Mortal Enemies!
All Crops Treasure Valley, Treasure Valley - Idaho, Eastern Idaho, Magic Valley, Northern Idaho
Voles
Posted on: November 13, 2024 by Jeff Miller
Jason Thomas, University of Idaho Extension Educator, is working to better understand the impact of vole damage on Idaho farms and gather insights on how farmers like you have been affected. This information is crucial for helping us advocate for resources and support to address this issue effectively.
Please complete the 5-minute survey by clicking the link below, calling the Minidoka County Extension office at 208-436-7184 to do so over the phone or if you prefer to fill out a physical survey please email jasont@uidaho.edu with your address so he can send one out to you.
Thank you in advance for your valuable input—it makes a big difference!
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TREASURE VALLEY PESTICIDE PRE-CERTIFICATION TRAINING
All Crops Treasure Valley, Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: November 1, 2024 by Jemila Chellappa
Prepare for Your Idaho Pesticide License Exam!
Join us in person on November 8 from 8:00 am to noon at the University of Idaho Research and Extension Center for a comprehensive training program designed to help you and your team get ready for the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) pesticide exams.
Date/Time: Friday, November 8, 8:00am - Noon
Location: UI Caldwell R & E Classroom 1904 E. Chicago St., Caldwell
Register: Call UI Extension, Canyon County 208-459-6003
What is included:
- Education on Idaho State pesticide regulations
- Training on how to effectively read and interpret pesticide labels
- Review exam preparation strategies
- Exclusive access to online practice modules and exams!
Cost: $15.00 per participant https://bit.ly/24PesTraining
This training provides an interactive way to engage with study materials, gain critical knowledge, and benefit from examples and discussions that reinforce key concepts. There will be plenty of opportunities for review and Q&A.
Special Offer:
Get free access to our online course, which includes additional resources and practice exams to help you prepare at your own pace!
Questions? Contact
canyon@uidaho.edu / 208-459-6003
The University of Idaho has a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information, or status as any protected veteran or military status. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodations need to contact University of Idaho Extension Canyon County one (1) week prior at 501 Main St., Caldwell, 208-459-6003 or canyon@uidaho.edu.
Pesticide Applicator Recertification Seminar
All Crops All Locations
Posted on: November 1, 2024 by Jeff Miller
The University of Idaho is hosting the Pesticide Applicator Recertification Seminar on December 4 in Burley (Burley Best Western) and on December 5 in Twin Falls (Herrett Center, CSI).
Morning session: registration begins at 7:45 and the program runs from 8:30 to 12:00 pm (3 credits).
Afternoon session: registration at 12:30 and the program runs from 1:00 to 4:30 pm (3 credits).
The cost to attend is $35 (cash, card, or check) whether you attend the whole or half day.
Contact Linsy at the Jerome Extension office (208-324-7578, lin...@uidaho.edu) to RSVP.
Topics include:
Management of Russian Olive
Managing vole infestations in agriculture
Pesticide safety: Best practices for applicators
Environmental impacts of pesticides
Impacts of pesticide overuse
Beneficial insects for pest management
Manure and weed seeds
Pasture and range plants that endanger livestock
ISDA pesticide applicator program updates
Top applicator violations in Idaho
Tricounty/Cassia County weed control programs
Increasing efficiency of applications and reducing overapplication