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Pest Alert Newsletter - Eastern Idaho
Posted on: May 12, 2025 by Jemila Chellappa
Pest Alerts from Bonneville County – Eastern Idaho
As temperatures begin to rise across, many of us are starting to notice increased insect activity in our fields, gardens, and landscapes.
It’s natural to feel the urge to reach for an insecticide at the first sign of bugs—but we encourage you to pause and take a closer look. Not all insects are harmful, and many play important roles in pollination, natural pest control, and maintaining ecological balance.
Spraying too early or without proper identification can unintentionally harm beneficial insects and disrupt the natural balance of your growing environment. Whenever possible:
Identify the insect first—Is it a pest, a predator, or a pollinator?
Monitor populations—Are the numbers high enough to justify treatment?
Consider non-chemical options, such as biological or cultural controls.
Let’s work together to protect both our crops and our ecosystem. Reach out to your local Extension office for help with insect ID and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies tailored for your area. https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/directory/counties
Stay informed, and spray smarter! Find more information in the attached newsletter
Treasure Valley Agricultural Advisory Meeting
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Posted on: April 30, 2025 by Jemila Chellappa
CALLING ALL AGRICULTURE PRODUCERS & INDUSTRY SUPPORTERS
PLEASE JOIN THE UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO EXTENSION, SOUTHERN DISTRICTS FOR THE 2025 AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY MEETINGS.
THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND, BUT REGISTRATION WILL HELP US PLAN!
A WARM DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED. LET’S COME TOGETHER TO GROW AND BUILD IDAHO AGRICULTURE.
DATES AND LOCATIONS:
MONDAY, MAY 12TH - OWYHEE CO. EXT. OFFICE (238 8TH AVE W., MARSING)
TUESDAY, MAY 13TH - CANYON CO. EXT. OFFICE (501 MAIN ST., CALDWELL)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH - WASHINGTON CO. EXT. OFFICE (116 W. IDAHO ST., WEISER)
THURSDAY, MAY 15TH - GEM COUNTY - LOCATION TBD
TIME: 6:30 TO 8:00 PM
To register, click HERE: https://bit.ly/25AgAdvisory
For More information, Contact UI Extension, Canyon County at 208-459-6003 or canyon@uidaho.edu with questions.
Ag Talk Tuesdays for 2025 resume in May
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General Announcement related to Agriculture
Posted on: April 18, 2025 by Kasia Duellman
University of Idaho Extension once again presents our bi-monthly summer series, Ag Talk Tuesday.
These sessions are held live via Zoom, the first and third Tuesday of May, June, July and August every summer. Sessions start at 11:00 AM (MDT) and begin with crop updates, followed by a Featured Topic presented by an invited speaker.
Registration is required. Register only once and you will automatically be able to attend all sessions. The registration link can be found at the Ag Talk Tuesday website, https://www.uidaho.edu/ag-talk, and then by clicking on the gold bar that says "Select to register once for all sessions". The registration link is also provided below.
» https://www.uidaho.edu/ag-talk
» https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/kqdDHArFRTOKvtvx6v4nhg#/registration
2025 Miller Research Potato Pest Management Field Day
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Posted on: April 18, 2025 by Jeff Miller
Save the date - The 2025 Miller Research Potato Pest Management Field Day will be August 20. See the attached page for more details. Info can also be found here:
https://millerresearch.com/
» https://millerresearch.com/event/2025-miller-research-potato-pest-management-field-day/
