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U-Idaho Fruit School
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: January 13, 2012 by Tony McCammon
Early bird registration ends today. Please either drop your registration off or have it postmarked today and in the mail. The registration Form is attached as well as the agenda. Your consideration is appreciated!
I have organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards.
Pesticide credits available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415.
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Center, Weiser, ID.
Treasure Valley Bean School
Announcements Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: January 10, 2012 by Jerry Neufeld
Click on the PDF below for information about the Treasure Valley Bean School to be held on February 1, 2012 at the Hampton Inn in Nampa.
PrimusGFS GAP Certification for Produce Growers
All Crops All Locations
PrimusGFS GAP Certification for Produce Growers
Posted on: January 9, 2012 by Nora Olsen
PrimusGFS GAP Certification for Produce Growers, Tuesday, February 14, 2012 8:00 am – 5 pm Hilton Garden Inn, Idaho Falls, Idaho
PrimusGFS is a food safety audit scheme which is approved by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) for the food safety certification of agricultural producers. It focuses on products of the agricultural sector designated for human consumption in their fresh or minimally processed state. PrimusGFS GAP certification establishes a series of requirements for managing production and handling of fruits and vegetables on the farm. Many retail customers such as Wal-Mart, Safeway, Publix, and Costco now require agricultural producers to be GAP-certified by a GFSI compliant audit scheme, and will no longer accept the USDA GAP audit. This workshop will provide a simple, step by step guide on how to prepare an agricultural operation to successfully complete a PrimusGFS audit.
Register at www.techhelp.org.
U-Idaho Fruit Conference
Small Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: January 6, 2012 by Tony McCammon
Announcement January 6, 2012 Now open for Registration
The University of Idaho Extension presents U-Idaho Fruit Conference: Pest Management
Weiser. The Washington County Extension office has organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards. Pesticide credits available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415. Open Attachment for Registration Details. Register ASAP to secure your spot.
Tuesday and Wednesday, February7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Centre, Weiser, ID.
Please pass this information on to your departments and associates.
Thanks,
Tony McCammon
U-Idaho Fruit Conference
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: January 6, 2012 by Tony McCammon
Announcement January 6, 2012 Now open for Registration
The University of Idaho Extension presents U-Idaho Fruit Conference: Pest Management
Weiser. The Washington County Extension office has organized a fantastic lineup of speakers for regional fruit growers. Speakers from Oregon, Utah, and Idaho are combining research and expertise to present on multiple topics that will help you make better decisions in your orchards. Pesticide credits available. Contact the Washington County Extension Office for more details at 208-414-0415. See attachment for Registration details. Register ASAP to secure your spot.
Tuesday and Wednesday, February7-8, 8-4 pm at the Vendome Centre, Weiser, ID.
Please pass this information on to your departments and associates.
Thanks,
Tony McCammon
Pest Alert website
Announcements All Locations
Posted on: December 20, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
Thank you to everyone for filling out a pest alert survey for 2011. The winners of the Outback Steakhouse Gift Certificates are Wayne Smith, Jim Rooney, and Larry Lombard. Certificates are going in the mail today.
Jerry Neufeld
Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training
Announcements Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: November 16, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
The pdf below contains information about a 6 credit pesticide applicator recertification training on December 15, 2011 in Caldwell.
Pest Management Workshop
Potato All Locations
Posted on: November 15, 2011 by Jeff Miller
Miller Research LLC will be holding its annual pest management research meeting on Wednesday, December 7. The meetings will be held at the Miller Research facility located near Acequia, ID. (426 E 200 N) Presentations will discuss chemical and cultural practices to manage crop diseases. The focus of the meeting will be on potato diseases, but we will be sponsoring a presentation on managing stripe rust in small grains due to the timeliness of the subject.
9:00-10:00: Managing foliar diseases of potato (early blight, brown leaf spot, white mold, gray mold, late blight, and black dot) – Dr. Terry Miller and Trent Taysom, Miller Research
10:00-11:00: Managing soil-borne diseases of potato (Rhizoctonia, silver scurf, pink rot, black dot) – Dr. Jeff Miller, Miller Research
11:00-11:30: Managing Zebra Chip in potato – Dr. Nora Olsen, University of Idaho
11:30-12:00: Managing stripe rust in small grains – Dr. Juliet Marshall, University of Idaho
Agritourism
Small Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: November 7, 2011 by Tony McCammon
GROWING AGRITOURISM IN IDAHO
If you are involved in any sort of agricultural tourism, you won’t want to miss this one day workshop!
Featuring relevant topics, speakers with real world experience, and plenty of networking opportunities – there is truly something for everyone!
DATE: Thursday, December 8, 2011
LOCATION: Idaho State Dept. of Agriculture, 2270 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, ID 83712
TIME: 8:30-4:00
DEADLINE: Register by December 2. SPACE IS LIMITED.
Find complete registration information at the link below.
http://www.agri.idaho.gov/Categories/Marketing/Documents/registrationAGRITOURISM.pdf
AGENDA:
8:30 Registration
9:00 Welcome and group introductions
9:15 Making the Most of Agritourism Opportunities on YOUR Operation
Lacey Menasco, Idaho State Department of Agriculture
9:45 Making the Connection – Adding Agritourism to the Visitor’s Itinerary
Diane Norton, Idaho Department of Commerce Division of Tourism
10:15 Break
10:30 Sharing Agritourism Success
Farm Diners: Josie Erskine, Peaceful Belly Farms
Entertaining Guests on the Farm: Ron Bitner, Bitner Vineyards
U-picks and Farm Stands: Fred Schreffler, The Berry Ranch
Diversifying the Experience to Increase Profits: Sherrie and Randy Feist, Linder Farms
11:30 Planning and Zoning
Diana Sanders, Ada County Development Services
12:00 Networking Lunch
Jim Toomey with the UI Food Tech Center will be available to discuss value-added food processing
The four “Success Story” speakers will each be hosting round table discussions
1:00 Getting the Right Insurance Coverage and Minimizing Risk
Stewart Hyndman, Hyndman Insurance
2:00 Introduction to Farm Loops
Lacey Menasco, Idaho State Department of Agriculture
2:15 Break
2:30 “Loop” Break-out Discussions by Region
(Sunny Slope, Emmet, Meridian/Kuna, other as needed)
3:30 Wrap Up and Evaluation
4:00 Adjourn
Find complete registration information at the link below.
http://www.agri.idaho.gov/Categories/Marketing/Documents/registrationAGRITOURISM.pdf
Crop Insurance Deadlines
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: October 31, 2011 by Tony McCammon
USDA Invests in Crop Insurance Education Awarding
$651,954 throughout the Pacific Northwest
SPOKANE, Wash., October 28, 2011 - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA) will support crop insurance education and outreach in 47 states to ensure that small and underserved producers get the information they need to effectively manage their risk and remain productive. Awards totaling approximately $13.6 million from two RMA programs—Targeted States and the Education and Outreach programs—will support thousands of American farmers, ranchers and producers.
Of that total, $651,954 in partnership agreement awards will support crop insurance education and outreach in the Pacific Norwest Region serviced by RMA’s Spokane Regional Office. “The partnerships will provide farmers and ranchers access to a complete set of conferences, targeted instruction, strategies, and networking opportunities at a local level.” Dave Paul, Director of RMA’s Spokane Regional Office stated, "We are very excited about the diversity of these partnership agreements and believe, through these programs, many farmers and ranchers will be better equipped to address the many risk management related challenges faced on their farms and ranches.”
RMA accepted proposals from public and private entities, including colleges and universities; Federal, State, and local agencies; non-profit and for-profit organizations; and others. All partnership agreements were competitive and awarded based on merit.
The following awardees represent approved projects in the RMA Spokane Regional Office area only (representing Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington).
Northwest Center for Alternatives to Pesticides – “AGR-Lite and Farm Products Branding Training for Organic Specialty Crop Producers in Idaho” to ensure an effective program of agricultural risk management education and information through small sessions will be established in the State of Idaho that will meet the needs of its producers.
Oregon Cattlemen's Association – “Oregon Risk Management Outreach on Livestock Risk Protection Ins. and Ranch, Pasture, Range, Financial and Legal Management for Traditionally Undeserved Livestock Producers” to provide risk management outreach and education for livestock producers in Oregon who are traditionally underserved
Washington State University – “Breaking New Ground -- Using Agri-tourism as a Risk Management Strategy in the Spokane Region” to assist priority producers in the region to develop new agri-tourism enterprises that can capture additional income for producers, and help stimulate local economies. A major part of this project will be working with producers so they understand, and can mitigate both traditional risks of farming, as well as some unique new risks associated with agri-tourism.
Oregon State University – “Expanding Niche Livestock Ranching in Oregon” to strengthen risk management programming for underserved livestock producers throughout Oregon
RightRisk, LLC – “Risk Management Education for RMA’s Spokane Region: RME on Insurance, Succession Planning, Marketing, and Financial Planning to Women/New/ Hispanic/Senior/Specialty Crop/Other Producers in Idaho and Oregon” to promote sustained profitability for agricultural producers in Idaho and Oregon through effective risk management decision making.
Washington State University – “Enhancing Farming Practices and Marketing Skills as Risk Management Tools for Hispanic, Asian American, and Beginning Farmers in Washington State” to expand the successful implementation of “Cultivating Success” farm production and business management curricula with Hmong and Latino farmers in Washington.
Washington State University – “Education and Outreach Project for Producers, Ranchers, Limited Resource Producers, Ranchers, New and Beginning Farmers in Northeastern Washington, RMA Spokane District” to provide multiple learning and networking opportunities in aspects of small agriculture risk management.
Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System – “Delivery of Educational Materials to Increase LGM-Dairy Utilization by Dairy Farm Operators in General and Limited Resource Operators in Particular in Washington State” to develop and subsequently deliver an integrated education program composed of computer-based LGM-Dairy training workshops
Rural Community Development Resources – “Risk Planning Education for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Sustainability in Washington State” to provide outreach and create awareness of risk management issues for SDA producers, provide individual risk planning and provide outreach to RMA regional offices in regard to the new and beginning farmers and the Center’s role within Washington State.
Institute for Washington’s Future – “Production, Financial, and Human Risk Management Outreach and Education to Hispanic Farmers in Washington State” to develop and conduct a promotional program crop insurance and other risk management tools in Spanish.
The Risk Management Education and Outreach programs are designed to help ensure that farmers and ranchers effectively manage their risk through difficult periods, helping to maintain America's robust food supply and the survival of small, limited resource, socially disadvantaged and other traditionally under-served farmers. RMA administers these partnership projects as well as the Federal crop insurance program, with funding and authority from the Federal Crop Insurance Act.
RMA helps producers manage their business risks through effective, market-based risk solutions. RMA's mission is to promote, support, and regulate sound risk management solutions to preserve and strengthen the economic stability of America's agricultural producers. Federal crop insurance provides support to American producers as part of the "farm safety net." A strong farm safety net is important to the vitality of American agriculture. Complete listings of the agreements can be found on the RMA Web site at: http://www.rma.usda.gov/aboutrma/agreements/.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272(voice), or (202) 720-6382 (TDD).
Cereal School Planning Meeting Nov 2 10:00 AM
Small Grains All Locations
Posted on: October 30, 2011 by Juliet Marshall
A reminder to put the cereal schools planning meeting on your calendar! This is for the Burley, Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Ashton, and Preston schools being held Feb 7 through the 10th.
Nov 2, 2011 Wednesday morning
Sizzler Steak House on Pocatello Creek Road
Pocatello, ID
10:00 – 12:00 – enter through the back door of the restaurant, we will discuss and vote on topics important to our industry.
12:00 – we will pay for lunch.
Growers, industry reps, commodity groups are welcome. The more input, the better.
If you can’t make it, send your topics of interest to us and we will put all ideas on the table for a vote.
I hope to see you there.
Cheers,
Juliet
Confirmation of Zebra Chip in Idaho
Potato All Locations
Zebra Chip
Posted on: October 10, 2011 by University of Idaho
On October 7, 2011 an announcement was made regarding a new potato disease found in Idaho. It is called Zebra Chip. This disease is caused by a bacterium (Liberibacter) that is transmitted by Potato Psyllids. This disease has been around for numerous years, traditionally plaguing southern US potato fields. In September it was found in the Columbia Basin of OR and WA and has now been confirmed in Idaho. Although research has been done over the last several years there is still a lot we do not know about this disease and psyllid movement.
Tuber samples of several varieties were collected in Jerome and Twin Falls counties during the last two weeks. Please see the photos in the attachment for reference. Zebra Chip causes necrotic flecking in the flesh of the tuber similar to net necrosis but the symptoms extends throughout the length of the tuber. When diseased tuber tissues are fried the disease causes severe darkening in both chips and fries. Because symptoms can be seen in uncooked tissues, the disease is a concern for both fresh and process potatoes. One interesting thing to note is that typically infected tubers will not sprout.
Samples may be submitted to the University of Idaho for verification. Samples can be taken to your county extension office or taken directly to Phil Nolte (Idaho Falls R & E Center, 208-529-8376), Mike Thornton (Parma R & E Center, 208-722-6701) or Nora Olsen (Twin Falls R & E Center, 208-736-3600). We can either confirm it from visual symptoms or will send it off for verification. Please note the county and variety with the sample. No need to keep samples cool now that the weather has changed but do keep them from freezing. Place cut tuber in a plastic bag with insulation around it and fed ex to one of us. Avoid sending on Friday since the sample may be left out unprotected. Questions can be directed to Phil Nolte at the above number.
We will keep you posted on the progress of this disease in Idaho. The good news is that of the fields identified as infected to date, the incidence of infected tubers has been extremely low. We should also note that potato psyllids are not known to overwinter in the northern US, so their presence may be a transient problem related to the unusual weather pattern during 2011. We are all currently on a steep learning curve and need to work together to identify the scope of this problem and the best way to manage it.
Additional information can be found at http://agrilife.org/zebrachip/
Phil Nolte, Mike Thornton and Nora Olsen, University of Idaho.
Late blight on home garden tomatoes
Potato All Locations
Late blight (tomato)
Posted on: September 22, 2011 by Jeff Miller
Late blight has recently been confirmed on tomato plants from a home garden in Preston, ID. This late in the season, the occurrence is not a threat to potato production. Work is being done to determine if this occurrence is related to the potato late blight that was found nearby in Utah, or if this was an independent occurrence. This finding emphasizes the importance of watching tomatoes as a potential source for late blight.
sugar beet root aphid
Sugarbeets Magic Valley
root aphid
Posted on: September 19, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
Erik Wenninger, UI Entomology and Extension Specialist at the Kimberly R & E Center is reporting that sugar beet root aphids were observed in root samples taken last week from common lambsquarters in Kimberly. Sugar beet fields in Kimberly have not yet been thoroughly scouted, but at least some beets are expected to be infested. Overall root aphid numbers appear to be lower and infestations seem to have begun later than in previous years. Sugar beet root aphids may be pinhead sized and up to 5/64-inch (2 mm) long. They are pale whitish yellow and broadly oval to pear shaped. They secrete white, waxy strands, which give beets a distinctive “moldy” appearance. Severe infestations may reduce tonnage and sucrose levels. There are no rescue insecticide options available; when root aphids are found attacking beets, cultural control practices should be followed, the most important of which is to maintain optimum irrigation. For more information on identifying and managing sugar beet root aphids, see the following extension publication at the link below:
Pesticide Disposal Program
Announcements All Locations
Posted on: September 6, 2011 by Jeff Miller
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is hosting its unusable pesticide disposal program in the Magic Valley and Eastern Idaho in September. The dates and locations for disposal are:
Rexburg on Sept 12 at the Madison County Transfer Station
American Falls on Sept 13 at the Power County Transfer Station
Burley on Sept 14 at the Bureau of Land Management Yard
Twin Falls on Sept 15 at the Twin Falls Canal Company
Collections will run from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM each day. The first 1,000 pounds are free and pre-registration is required. Only pesticides will be accepted – no fertilizers, paints, or oils.
If you have any questions, please contact the following:
Boise office - Victor Mason (208) 332-8628; Luis Urias (208) 332-8663 or Paula Chase (208) 332-8605
Twin Falls Office - Randy Quigley (208) 736-5277, Westy Pickup (208) 736-4759 or Jim Childs (208) 736-4790
Pocatello Office - Steve Riedy (208) 236-6091 or Kenneth Funk (208) 236-6352
Idaho Falls Office - Craig Carlson (208) 525-7037
Late blight found in northern Utah
Potato All Locations
Late blight
Posted on: September 2, 2011 by Jeff Miller
Late blight has been confirmed by the University of Idaho in a potato field in northern Utah. It appears the disease has been present for at least two weeks, but spread has been limited due to dry weather conditions.
It is highly unlikely that this field would pose a threat to Idaho potatoes. However, this confirmed outbreak illustrates that late blight could be present in other fields in our state. Growers with fields that are still green and weeks away from vine kill need to be sure that the foliage is protected. A standard protectant such as chlorothalonil or EBDC will be effective in doing this.
Annual Fruit Field Day
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: August 31, 2011 by Tony McCammon
The University of Idaho Annual Fruit Field Day will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at the U of I Parma Research and Extension Center Pomology Orchard and Vineyard site, about 4 miles north of Parma, Idaho.
Idaho Association of Plant Protection
All Crops All Locations
Posted on: August 30, 2011 by Jeff Miller
The first call for presentations for the Idaho Association of Plant Protection (IAPP) has been announced.
The IAPP is an informal group which meets each year to discuss research related to plant protection. Presentations range from basic to applied on a variety of crops. Most deal with potatoes, sugarbeets, and small grains, but presentations have been given on other commodities as well. The meeting will be held on the afternoon of Tuesday, November 8 (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm) and the morning of Wednesday, November 9 (8:00 am to 12:00 pm) at the Best Western Sawtooth Inn in Jerome, ID. Anyone can give a presentation if they would like. Or you can just come and enjoy the presentations. The cost for attending is $15.00 (check or cash only).
If you have any additional questions, please contact Phill Wharton at pwharton@uidaho.edu or 208-397-4181.
white flies on zucchini and squash
All Crops Treasure Valley - Oregon
white flies
Posted on: August 26, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
Dr. Clinton Shock, Superintendent at the OSU Malheur Experiment Station, is reporting there is a severe white fly attack on squash and cucumbers in Ontario. Uncontrolled, the white flies cause new zucchini and yellow squash fruit to shrivel on the vine.
Malheur Experiment Station Onion Variety Day
Announcements Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: August 26, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
You are invited to the Malheur Experiment Station Onion Variety Day presented by the OSU Malheur Experiment Station. Variety day is Tuesday August 30, 2011 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Complimentary lunch will be served. Please reserve lunch by calling Janet Jones at the Malheur Experiment Station, 595 Onion Ave., Ontario OR 97914, (541) 889-2174.
Soil Fumigation Training
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: August 15, 2011 by Tony McCammon
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is offering Soil Fumigation Training August 15-17 in different locations throughout Idaho. See the attachment for contact information and scheduled classes.
Miller Research Potato Pest Management Field Day
Potato All Locations
Posted on: August 8, 2011 by Jeff Miller
Miller Research will be holding a potato pest management field day on Monday, August 15 at the Miller Research facility located near Acequia, ID (426 E 200 N). A short presentation will be given in the office followed by a tour of the research plots sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission. Lunch will be provided. There is no cost to attend.
The tour will highlight new research on early blight, white mold, black dot, Rhizoctonia, and pink rot. Two ISDA recertification credits and 2 CCA (pest management) credits have been awarded for this meeting. Please RSVP to Jeff Miller at 208-531-5124 or by email at jeff@millerresearch.com so that we can get an accurate count for room preparation purposes.
Parma Fruit Field Day
Tree Fruits Treasure Valley - Idaho
Posted on: August 8, 2011 by Tony McCammon
The University of Idaho Parma Fruit Field Day will be Tuesday, September 20, 2011 8:30 am to 1:00 pm at the UI Parma Research and Extension Center Pomology Orchard and Vineyard site, about 4 miles north of Parma, Idaho.
onion thrips control
All Crops Treasure Valley - Idaho
onion thrips
Posted on: August 8, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
Attached is a flyer about an upcoming meeting on thrips control in onions. Meeting is Thursday, August 11, from 4 to 5 pm at the UI Parma R and E Center. Refreshments will be served. Click on the link below for more details.
corn earworm in sweet corn
Corn Treasure Valley - Idaho
corn earworm
Posted on: August 8, 2011 by Jerry Neufeld
The University of Idaho CIS 366 entitled “Timing Corn Earworm Control,”states that summer corn earworm moths will begin laying eggs in fresh corn silk at approximately 1300 growing degree days (GDD). Egg hatch and larvae attack will begin about 73 GDD later.
According to the Oregon State University GDD model for Corn Earworm (http://uspest.org/cgi-bin/ddmodel.pl?clm), we are currently at 1187 GDD in the Caldwell area, 1098 GDD in the Nampa area, and 1160 GDD in the Parma area. We will hit 1300 GDD in the Caldwell area on approximately 8/14, 1300 GDD in the Nampa area on approximately 8/19, and 1300 GDD in the Parma area on approximately 8/16. At each location, we will hit 1373 GDD about 3 to 4 days after reaching 1300 GDD. Those fields with fresh silk at 1373 GDD are most vulnerable to attack from corn earworm larvae.
