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Cull Onion Disposal Deadline - March 15
Onion Treasure Valley
Onion Maggot
Posted on: March 9, 2018 by Stuart Reitz
March 15th is the deadline for disposing of cull onions in Malheur County, and in Ada, Canyon, Gem, Payette, Owyhee and Washington counties of Idaho, according to Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) rules. That means there must be no culls – onions deemed waste or not useable for human consumption – on hand at any packing sheds, in fields or at animal feed facilities on the morning of that date. Onions sorted after March 15th must be properly disposed of within one week. Trucks transporting onions should be covered to prevent spillage along roadsides.
ODA Rules: https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/viewSingleRule.action?ruleVrsnRsn=158227
ISDA Rules: https://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/02/0617.pdf
» https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/viewSingleRule.action?ruleVrsnRsn=158227
2018 Spring Garden Festival
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Posted on: March 5, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
Join us for the 2018 Spring Garden Festival and Plant Sale on April 21st from 9:30 am to 4 PM!
Four tracks of classes are available:
- ISA credits are available for the arborist track
- ISDA credits are available for pesticide track
- PD credits for teachers on JMG track.
- Gardening 101!
Come learn about youth gardening, and general introduction to gardening in Idaho with these all day classes. The cost is $30 for the full day!
To register call 208-459-6003.
Extension programs are available to all. For those requesting special accommodation, please call Rich Guggenheim at 208-459-6003 by APril 15.
Updated manual and resources now available to help navigate the Potato Sustainability Initiative (PSI) survey and audit
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Posted on: February 23, 2018 by Nora Olsen
Updated manual and resources now available to help navigate the Potato Sustainability Initiative (PSI) survey and audit
Announcements recently went out on whether you will be audited in person for your 2017 responses to the Potato Sustainability Initiative (PSI) survey. Most process growers are requested to participate in the PSI sustainability survey and approximately 20% of the growers who completed the survey will be audited each year. The audit involves an interview between the grower and auditor with specific questions and an inspection of documents. A manual has been developed to help growers methodically and successfully gather required documents for the audit, with examples of standard operating procedures, and resources to help answer interview questions. The manual is posted at http://www.uidaho.edu/cals/potatoes. Changes to this manual will be done periodically to adjust for changes to the PSI survey. Note that the survey and audit changed from the previous year. The manual was developed by University of Idaho, Washington State University and IACI with funding from the NW Potato Research Consortium.
Idaho Veterans Garden
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Free Gardening Classes
Posted on: February 21, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
Join us each Thursday for a series of free classes for the whole family. These classes will be offered at the Idaho Veterans Garden, weather permitting. Otherwise, they will be at the Caldwell Library at 6PM
February 22: Raised bed design and layout- space utilization for maximum yield (At Caldwell Library)
March 1: Gardening for cool/ warm season (succession planting)
March 8: Seed starting
March 15: Spring weed management
March 22: Irrigation system design (focusing on drip)
For more info, call 208-459-6003 and register
Spring Garden Festival. ISA, ISDA, Teacher PD available.
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Garden Classes!
Posted on: February 20, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
Join us on April 21st for an all day gardening festival with four tracks to choose from. A plant sale to benefit the Master Gardener Volunteer program will also be available. See the attached flyer for details.
The cost is $30 for the entire day. To register for a track, contact the University of Idaho Extension Office in Canyon County at 208-459-6003
» https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/canyon/horticulture/festival
Weeds and insects
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Early emergence of weeds and insects.
Posted on: February 14, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
With unseasonably warm temperatures this winter, weeds and insects have already begun to emerge. It is predicted that weeds and insects will be severe this year. In addition to trapping and monitoring, application of dormant oils, pre emergent herbicides, and other preventative pest management measures should have already begun.
One of the most effective ways to manage weeds in the landscape is to apply a 4-6 inch layer of arborist chips.
For more information on controlling pests, including weeds and insects in your landscape, contact your local University of Idaho Extension office.
» http://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/insects/insect-control-horticultural-oils-5-569/
» http://ucanr.edu/datastoreFiles/268-754.pdf
» https://oregonstate.edu/dept/nursery-weeds/feature_articles/top_10/Top_10_reasons.html
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
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2018 Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Posted on: February 14, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
The University of Idaho Pomology and Viticulture Program’s Annual Fruit Tree class will be held on Saturday, February 17th at 9:00 am until about 1:00 pm. It will be held in the large meeting room at Western Laboratory, 211 Hwy 95, Parma, ID 83660. After the classroom session (9:00-10:30), you will go to the UI orchards/vineyards for hands on demonstrations. You may bring your pruning tools if you would like. They will be cleaned before you start pruning. Please let us know if you are coming by Friday.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
University of Idaho
Parma Research & Extension Center
29603 U of I Lane
Parma, ID 83660
Phone: (208) 722-6701 ext. 228
Fax: (208) 722-6708
» https://www.uidaho.edu/cals/parma-research-and-extension-center
Grape School location Change
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2018 Grape School
Posted on: February 8, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
Due to the large number of participants for the UI Grape School on Saturday, 9:00 am, Feb. 10th, we have had to change the location. It will now be held at the Western Laboratory’s large meeting room. The address is: 211 Hwy 95, Parma, ID 83660, just north of Parma on the west side of the highway. Their phone number is 208 722-6564 if you should have any questions.
Thank you and sorry for such short notice.
Maurine for Dr. Essie Fallahi
2018 Grape School
Grapes Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: February 6, 2018 by Rich Guggenheim
The Pomology and Viticulture Program Annual Grape School will be held on Saturday Feb 10, 2018 from 9 am -12:30 pm at University of Idaho Parma Research and Extension Center. Physiological and practical aspects of grape production in Idaho, from planting to training and harvesting will be discussed. Participants will also practice different methods of grape pruning at the University of Idaho Vineyard. Free of charge. Please let us know if you or someone you know is joining us by Thursday Feb 8. Thank you
208-722-6701
» https://www.uidaho.edu/cals/parma-research-and-extension-center
Cereal Schools for Southern Idaho
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Cereal Schools
Posted on: January 31, 2018 by Juliet Marshall
UI Extension will be hosting the 2018 Cereal Schools next week, February 6 - February 9. There will be a Cropping School in Caldwell Feb 9. CCA and ISDA Pesticide Credits will be available. See attached URL for details on locations and agendas.
Feb 6 - Burley
Feb 7 - Pocatello
Feb 8 - Idaho Falls and Ashton
Feb 9 - Preston and Caldwell
Preventing and Managing Pesticide Resistance Risk Workshop
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Posted on: January 27, 2018 by Stuart Reitz
Preventing and Managing Pesticide Resistance Risk Workshop
February 7, 2018
9 am to 12 pm
Malheur County Extension Office, 710 SW 5th Ave., Ontario
No registration charge!
CEUs:
CCA Credits; Idaho and Oregon Pesticide Applicator Credits
Instructors:
Paul Jepson, Integrated Plant Protection Center, OSU
Mary Halbleib, Integrated Plant Protection Center, OSU
Stuart Reitz, Malheur County Extension, OSU
This will be an interactive workshop for growers and crop consultants to increase knowledge regarding the importance of pesticide resistance, and methods to minimize the development of pesticide resistance, and methods to reverse resistance should it occur. The focus of the workshop will be on pests of onions, especially weeds, like yellow nutsedge, and insects, like onion thrips. However, the concepts are applicable to all crops.
The workshop will be a combination of presentations, hands-on exercises for the participants, and discussion among the participants and instructors. Participants will work in groups to facilitate information exchange on exercises related to pesticide resistance and its management. There will be a general discussion session following each exercise.
Western Idaho Ag Show ISDA+IWC event
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Posted on: January 15, 2018 by Olga Walsh
Southern Idaho Cereal School at the The Western Idaho Ag Expo, Caldwell ID,
*** 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM ***
*** Variety trials results
*** Wheat Diseases & Pests
*** Varieties in Integrated Disease Management
*** Seed Developers Panel
*** 1 ID Recert Credit ***
The exhibitors of Western Idaho Ag Expo will exhibit the latest and advanced products and services including agri and irrigation services, machines, Ag products, trailers, equipment, grain systems, insurance services, water systems, spraying systems, electric motor, Ag technologies, pesticides, farm equipment, products and services.
2018 Southern Idaho Cropping School
All Crops Treasure Valley
Posted on: January 15, 2018 by Olga Walsh
2018 Treasure Valley Bean School
Dry Beans Treasure Valley
Posted on: January 11, 2018 by Jerry Neufeld
The 2018 Treasure Valley Bean School is January 18 at the Hampton Inn in Nampa. There are 2 Idaho Pesticide License credits. Click on the pdf below for more information about the program.
2018 Miller Research Potato Pest Management Seminar
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Posted on: January 3, 2018 by Jeff Miller
Miller Research LLC will hold its annual potato pest management seminar Tuesday, January 30, 2018, at the Minidoka County Extension Office (drill hall) at the Minidoka County Fairgrounds (85 E Baseline in Rupert). A detailed agenda is attached.
The cost to attend the meeting is $5 per person. Please RSVP to Cheryn Clayton at 208-531-5124 or by email at cheryn@millerresearch.com. A printed copy of the slides for taking notes can be purchased for $5 if ordered prior to the meeting. Orders need to be placed by Friday, January 26.
If you have specific questions you would like addressed which relate to the above topics, those can also be sent in advance.
Three CCA (Pest Management) credits have been awarded and Idaho Pesticide Recertification credits have been requested.
2017 Pesticide Stewardship Conference presentations
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Posted on: December 19, 2017 by Kimberly Tate
Check out the Pesticide Stewardship Conference presentations! Click on PPTs From Winter Meetings in the left banner, then open 2017 Pesticide Stewardship Conference.
Master Gardener Class Deadline is quickly approaching!
Announcements All Locations
Posted on: December 19, 2017 by Dian Roberson
There is still room in the 2018 Canyon County Master Gardener Class! The deadline to register is December 29th! Download the application at https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B88K2B0J0jApZWdnamVQY05DcFU/view?usp=sharing
2017 Treasure Valley Irrigation Conference, December 14th in Ontario
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Posted on: December 6, 2017 by Jerry Neufeld
Just want to remind everyone about the Treasure Valley Irrigation Conference on December 14th at the Four Rivers Cultural Center in Ontario. Attached is a brochure and another file containing addtional information about the topics.
2017 Annual Survey
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Posted on: December 1, 2017 by Jerry Neufeld
Thanks to everyone that completed an annual Survey. The winners of the Texas Roadhouse gift cards are Jennifer Riebe, Charlie Robinson and Curtis Jones. You should receive them in the mail in a few days.
Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training, 2017
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Posted on: November 15, 2017 by Jerry Neufeld
A pesticide applicator recertification training will be held on December 13, at the public meeting room at the Caldwell Police Department. Six credits will be available. Click on the pdf below for more information.
2017 Treasure Valley Irrigation Conference
All Crops Treasure Valley
Posted on: November 15, 2017 by Jerry Neufeld
The 2017 Treasure Valley Irrigation Conference will be held on December 14, at the Four Rivers Cultural Center in Ontario, Oregon. Click on the pdf below for more details.
Pesticide Stewardship Conference: Managing Drift
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Posted on: November 13, 2017 by Kimberly Tate
Dear Extension Colleagues,
The UI Extension and ISDA Pesticide Stewardship Conference will be held on Thursday, Nov. 30th & Friday, Dec. 1st, 2017 (see agenda). There are 10 recertification credits available for professional applicators and crop advisors. Topics include: Management of Pesticide Drift, Insect Pest Management, Adjuvants & Pesticide Performance, Herbicides & Resistant Weeds, Protecting Pollinators, Pesticides and Water Resources, Plant Disease Management, a Discussion Panel and much more!
Join us for this special event at The Riverside Hotel in Boise. Register now and before Nov. 19, for $110 per person, on Nov. 20th and thereafter it is $200 per person. Enroll online at: http://www.uidaho.edu/extension/ipm. If you have any questions contact Kimberly by phone (208) 364-4581 or email ktate@uidaho.edu.
FSMA Grower Training - Upcoming Classes
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Posted on: November 10, 2017 by Stuart Reitz
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Update
The first compliance dates for the Produce Safety Rule requirements begin in January 2018 for farms that produce Raw Agricultural Commodities (e.g., onions, carrots, melons, tree fruit, grapes, berries) and have more than $500,000 in annual produce sales. Compliance dates are staggered by farm size, so smaller farms (based on produce sales) have later compliance dates.
To determine if your farm is covered by the Produce Safety Rule and your target compliance dates, complete this self-guided decision tool provided by the University of Idaho https://uidaho.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8D1ucSlEeq749AF.
FSMA Training:
The Produce Safety Rule requires that one representative from each covered farm receive training accredited by the FDA. Currently, Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) trainings are the only standardized national training program approved by FDA.
The first grower training classes in the PNW are coming up in November:
Nov 14 - Hermiston, OR Registration for this class is still open at:
https://apps.ideal-logic.com/osuextension?key=F3T9-25VWY_K9KH-5PTF_e69240be
Nov 14 - Caldwell, ID
Nov 15 - Caldwell, ID
Nov 15 - Hood River, OR
Nov 16 - Payette, ID
Produce Safety Alliance information, including comprehensive list of training classes and how to register:
https://producesafetyalliance.cornell.edu/food-safety-modernization-act or visit the individual state websites listed below.
These are national standards, so trainings can be done in either Oregon, Idaho, Washington, or anywhere else.
Oregon information: http://www.oregon.gov/ODA/agriculture/Pages/FSMA.aspx.
Idaho information: http://www.uidaho.edu/extension/food-safety-for-produce-growers.
Washington FSMA information: https://agr.wa.gov/FoodAnimal/ProduceSafety/
Please check the full schedule of classes in Idaho at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/university-of-idaho-extension-produce-safety-14547809781
Produce Safety Alliance information, including comprehensive list of training classes:
https://producesafetyalliance.cornell.edu/food-safety-modernization-act
2017 Survey
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Surveys
Posted on: October 23, 2017 by Rich Guggenheim
We are looking for your feedback on the 2017 Pest Alert Network. Please take a few moments of your time to help us improve. Thank you for your time.
2017 Idaho Association of Plant Protection Annual Meeting
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Posted on: October 17, 2017 by Jeff Miller
The 2017 annual meeting of the Idaho Association of Plant Protection will be held in Twin Falls, ID at the College of Southern Idaho, Taylor Building room 277. The program has been finalized and can be downloaded here. Registration begins at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday and the program will begin at 12:40 p.m. The program will continue Thursday beginning at 8:00 a.m. and continue until noon. Registration costs $15.00 and can only be made by check or cash. (Sorry! No credit cards.) Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) credits and Idaho Pesticide Recertification credits (ISDA) have been requested. Lunch will be provided Wednesday during registration.
Please contact either Juliet Marshall (jmarshall@uidaho.edu) or Zewdie Abate (zaabate2011@gmail.com) if you have any questions.
» http://www.millerresearch.com/alerts/research-news/item/55-2017-iapp-annual-meeting
