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Treasure Valley Bean School
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Posted on: February 10, 2003 by Jerry Neufeld
The 2003 Treasure Valley Bean School will be held February 19, 2003 in the gymnasium of the Oregon Trail Church of God. The church is located approximately 3 miles west of Caldwell at exit 25 on I-84. Topics to be included are the state of the industry, white mold control options, changes in the seed indemnity fund, bean herbicide trial report, irrigation and the Treasure Valley Pest Alert Network. Lunch is sponsored by the Idaho Bean Commission and the Western Bean Dealers Association. Two pesticide license credits will be awarded at the end of the program. There is no cost to attend, but you must RSVP by February 17, to the Canyon County Extension office at 208.459.6003.
ID & OR Alfalfa Seed Growers Winter Meeting
Announcements none
Posted on: January 6, 2003 by Ben Simko
On Wednesday January 15 the Idaho and Oregon Alfalfa Seed Growers will hold their annual winter meeting. This year's event will be held at the Four Rivers Cultural Center in Ontario, OR. The organizational committee has a great program lined up. In the morning we will revisit the important issue of the introduction of GMO alfalfa production into the industry. Our invited keynote lunch speaker is ODA Director, Phil Ward. After lunch look for research reports from the commission sponsored project leaders as well as joining in on your annual association business meetings. RSVP is required by Friday, January 10 in order to reserve your lunch and break refreshments. RSVP to the Idaho Alfalfa Seed Commission office, Meridian, ID at 208 888 0988 or to the OSU Malheur County Extension office, Ontario, OR at 541 881 1417.
Geographic Informaton Systems (GIS) Seminar
Announcements none
Posted on: December 9, 2002 by Ben Simko
The OSU Malheur County Extension Office will be hosting a half-day program on GIS applications in agriculture and natural resource management. The program, scheduled for Tuesday, December 17 at the Malheur County Extension Office in Ontario, OR, will run from 8:00 a.m. to noon. This GIS Seminar will introduce the participant to ESRI ArcView GIS software and focus on applications to manage data bases including, land ownership, field soil conductivity, watershed management and water rights adjudication. Pre-registration is required by December 13. For detailed program information and registration forms contact the Malheur County Extension Office at 541-881-1417.
Survey Winners Announced
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Posted on: December 9, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Thanks to everyone that participated in the TVPestAlert.net 2002 program evaluation survey. We will use the information you submitted to make the website better suit your needs.
The winners of the $75.00 gift certificates to Outback Steakhouse are Mike Talkington and Ross Nishahara. The winners of the TVPestAlert.net polo shirts are Thad Schutt and Brad Roberts.
Thanks again for your participation.
TVPestAlert.Net Team
Jerry Neufeld
Ben Simko
Brad Geary
Lynn Jensen
Steven Reddy
Clint Shock
Tim Davis
Survey Winners Announced
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Posted on: December 9, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Thanks to everyone that participated in the TVPestAlert.net 2002 program evaluation survey. We will use the information you submitted to make the website better suit your needs.
The winners of the $75.00 gift certificates to Outback Steakhouse are Mike Talkington and Ross Nishahara. The winners of the TVPestAlert.net polo shirts are Thad Schutt and Brad Roberts.
Thanks again for your participation.
TVPestAlert.Net Team
Jerry Neufeld
Ben Simko
Brad Geary
Lynn Jensen
Steven Reddy
Clint Shock
Tim Davis
pesticide re-certification credits
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Posted on: November 21, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
A pesticide re-certification training is being offered by Canyon County Cooperative Extension and the Idaho State Department of Agriculture on December 10, 2002. The training will be at the Canyon County Farm Bureau office at 4122 E. Cleveland Blvd. in Caldwell. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and is over at 3:00 p.m. Five pesticide licensing credits and four CCA credits will be given at the conclusion of the training (Oregon credits are pending). Cost is $25.00 at the door. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Subjects to be covered are: Regulatory Updates, West Nile Virus, Bio Control of Purple Loosestrife and Cereal Leaf Beetle, Pesticides in Groundwater and Herbicide Decomposition, Spray Drift, Treasure Valley Pest Alert Network and Field Burning. Call Jerry Neufeld at 459-6003 if you have questions.
Nutrient Workshop
Announcements none
Posted on: October 29, 2002 by Steven Reddy
A three-hour Agriculture Nutrient Workshop will be held at the Vendome in Weiser on November 6th. Three CCA credits will be available (2 in Nutrient Mgmt, 1 in Soil & Water). The Workshop begins at 1:00 and ends at 4:00 P.M. Call the Washington County Extension Office (414-0415) for more information.
Pesticide Recertification Class
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Posted on: October 23, 2002 by Steven Reddy
A Pesticide Recertification class will be offered in Weiser on Oct. 29th. Five recertification credits will be available and the class begins at 9:00 A.M. Register by calling the Washington Co. Extension Office at 414-0415.
unsable pesticide collection
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Posted on: October 11, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
ISDA conducts unusable pesticide disposal collection from agricultural producers, dealers, homeowners and applicators throughout the state. Although pre-registration was required in the past, it is not required this year. Prospective participants need only bring their unusable pesticides to the Canyon County landfill from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2002. ISDA is not concerned with who has what pesticide, since the program is simply a service provided by the Department to prevent possible contamination of the environment or avoid potential human or animal exposure. This program provides the agricultural producer and homeowner a safe, convenient, and environmentally friendly way to dispose of unusable pesticides. This program is free for the first 1,000 pounds of unusable pesticides per participant. Contact Victor Mason Agricultural Program Manager at ISDA if you have questions (465-8442).
Special Meeting Notice
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Posted on: September 13, 2002 by Lynn Jensen
Nutsedge Management Seminar Special meeting notice to discuss yellow nutsedge. This weed has been particularly troublesome this year. The meeting is sponsored by AMVAC, but will not be a sales presentation. Rather, it is a discussion of best ways to deal with the problem weed, and gather ideas on what research needs to be done. Dr. Corey Ransom, Dr. Mike Thornton and others will discuss ideas. Also, do's and don'ts for using Vapam. RSVP at 208/939-1936. Please pass the word.
Hokiday Inn and Country Kitchen
Ontario, OR
Thursday, Sept. 19
6:30 a.m.
Meeting should be done by 8:00 a.m.
Drip Irrigation Tour
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Posted on: August 28, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Oregon State University, Malheur County Extension Office and Clearwater Supply are sponsoring a one day tour to Othello, Washington to see Ranger and Umatilla potatoes grown with drip irrigation. The tour will depart from the Malheur County Extension Office on Wednesday, September 4 at 7:00 a.m. and will return by 9:00 p.m. the same day. If you are interested in attending, RSVP by 5:00 p.m. on September 3 by calling 541.881.1417. Transportation and lunch will be provided.
U of I Fruit Field Day
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Posted on: August 28, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Two pesticide certification credits from the Idaho Department of Agriculture are being offered for the University of Idaho Fruit Field Day on September 5, 2002 at the Parma Research and Extension Center.
U of I Fruit Field Day
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Posted on: August 26, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
University of Idaho Pomology Program's Annual Fruit Field Day will be on September 5, 2002 at 9:00AM. The tour will start at the Parma Research and Extension Center where several unique varieties of table grapes, apples, peaches, nectarines and plums will be presented and tasted. Then participants will tour apple variety orchards, apples with particle films, table grape vineyards, peach and nectarine experiments and a modern high-density apple orchard with complete or partial root zone drying drip and sprinkler systems for "Fuji, 'Gala' and 'Corail' apples. During this tour, fruit cultural practices will be discussed and a new U of I orchard consisting of several new potential alternative fruit crops for Idaho and the PNW, including quince, pomegranate, persimmon, figs, mulberry, walnut and Asian pears will be visited. This tour is open to the public. Home gardeners, Master Gardeners, researchers and nursery representatives are welcome to join us. This tour is offered once a year and is a great opportunity for everyone interested in fruit to participate. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Essie Fallahi, Professor of Fruit Physiology at 208 722-6701 ext 225, Dr. Saad Hafez, Interim-Superintendent at 722-6701 Ext 237 or Maurine Baucom 622-6701 Ext 228. See you there!
Where: University of Idaho Parma Research & Extension Center; 29603 U of I Lane, Parma, Idaho
When: Thursday September 5, 2002 9:00 AM ? 12:30 PM
sugarbeet root aphid
Sugarbeets none
Posted on: August 26, 2002 by Greg Lierman and Lynn Jensen
An infestation of sugarbeet root aphid has been identified on a field near Cairo Junction. There are currently no registered insecticides to control this pest. Field personnel and growers should be on the lookout for this pest so that actual acreage can be documented, and a section 18 request submitted to the ODA if warrented.
Two spotted spider mite on potatoes
Potato none
Posted on: August 21, 2002 by Lynn Jensen
Two spotted spider mites have been observed on fields in the Nyssa and Oregon Slope area. Scouting and treatment of late season potatoes may be necessary. Also, green peach aphid populations are building up in some potato fields
Powdery Mildew on potatoes (severe infection)
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Posted on: August 21, 2002 by Lynn Jensen
A severe infectation of powdery mildew has been observed on furrow irrigated potatoes.
corn earworm
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Posted on: August 19, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Earworm in sweet corn seed has been a problem in the Treasure Valley this summer. The third generation was estimated to emerge at about 1450 to 1650 growing degree days (August 3 to August 15). Fourth generation emergence can?t be predicted with the current GDD model; however, it usually appears in late August to early September. Keep up your scouting program for this pest.
Western Yellowstriped Armyworm
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Posted on: August 7, 2002 by Steven Reddy
Western Yellowstriped Armyworm has been reported in new seeded, second cutting alfalfa east of Weiser. Numbers have been high enough in some fields to cause defoliation and have required treatment. Armyworms rest at night but can be seen feeding and moving during the day.
Corn Earworm
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Posted on: July 29, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
The next generation of corn earworm moths will begin laying eggs in the silk of corn between 1450 and 1650 growing degree days (gdd). In Nampa/Caldwell and Parma we are currently at 1389 and 1390 gdd respectively. The Oregon State University IPM model is predicting we will hit 1450 gdd in Nampa/Caldwell on August 2 and in Parma on August 1.
Corn Blotch Leafminer
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Posted on: July 29, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
A new corn pest, the corn blotch leafminer (Agromyza parvicornis), was discovered last week in a northeastern Idaho field near Rigby. To the best of our knowledge, this is the pest?s first occurrence in Idaho, although it has been reported previously in Southeastern and Midwestern states and, in 1995, in Nebraska. The current scientific literature indicates that corn is its only known host plant. Click on the "More Information" button for additional information and images.
corn earworm
Corn none
Posted on: July 23, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Numerous corn earworms are being found in sweet corn fields south of Lake Lowell and between Nampa and Caldwell. Worms are in the tassels and silk. Worms in the tassels are probably the first generation. Worms in the silk are probably the second generation. Infestations are severe enough to require treatment. Information provided by Producer's Supply Coop.
Iris Yellow Spot Virus in Onions
Onion All Locations
Posted on: July 23, 2002 by Brad Geary
Iris Yellow Spot Virus symptoms are becoming very prevelant in onion fields where the symptoms were not obvious a couple of weeks ago. Once the virus is in the plant, minimize damage by reducing stress - particularly water stress. Fungicides will not control viral pathogens, so do not apply fungicides unless you are targeting a fungal pathogen.
cereal leaf beetle
Corn none
Posted on: July 16, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Large numbers of adult cereal leaf beetles are being found in sweet corn seed fields that border spring wheat fields. Beetles seem to concentrate on corn plants that are under stress. Thanks to Fred Butler for this information.
cereal leaf beetle
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Posted on: July 15, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Greg Willison, Chiquita Farms (New Plymouth) has been observing adult CLB infestations and feeding damage in field corn. Damage is most severe in corn fields adjacent to small grains, especially small grains that were not treated for CLB.
Adult CLB infestations of field corn are rarely of economic significance. However, growers may become alarmed at the amount of damage, especially near the field borders. The following web address links to a publication from Virginia Tech that has a section on CLB in field corn: http://ipm-www.ento.vt.edu/nipmn/VA-IPM/cereal_leaf_beetle/clb.html. In that publication it says:
"Adults emerge as the small grain crop is drying and migrate to other areas to find suitable food. Often, corn fields bordering small grain fields are attractive to the migrating beetles and these adults colonize the corn, especially along the edges nearest small grain. Cereal leaf beetles eat the leaf surface tissue on whorl stage corn plants. Narrow streaks are eaten between the leaf veins, usually on the surface but sometimes completely through the leaf. If beetle populations are very high, defoliation can reduce yield, but leaf feeding is usually cosmetic. Damage is often alarming to farmers even if it poses no economic threat. Beetles do not reproduce or remain for a very long time in corn fields and, therefore, damage is a single, short-term event that rapidly developing corn plants soon out-grow."
There has been rare case of economic damage of CLB in field corn in the eastern U.S.
corn earworm
Corn All Locations
Posted on: July 15, 2002 by Jerry Neufeld
Second generation corn earworm moths will begin laying eggs in the silk of corn that is silking at about 1300 growing degree days (gdd). According the Oregon State University gdd model, we are at 1032 gdd in Nampa/Caldwell and 1032 gdd in Parma. We are accumulating about 23 gdd per day. The model predicts we will be at 1300 gdd about July 25, 2002.
There is a possibility that a few overwintering or first generation moths may be laying eggs in the silk right now. However, the greatest threat will come from the second generation moths. You will want to scout your fields and take control measures as needed.
