Pest and Disease Management
Access practical, research-based presentations on pest and disease management tailored to Utah’s agricultural conditions.
Common Diseases Found in Backyard Poultry (2021)
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Most likely encountered diseases and abnormalities in small flock chickens will be described. Recognition and control measures, when applicable, will be discussed
Weed Management for Cane Fruits (2021)
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This talk will cover chemical weed control of weed in caneberries focused on currently available products and new registrations expected in the next few months. The second portion of the talk will describe non-chemical weed control with an emphasis on thermal weed control that has applications in berry production.
Cut Flower Diseases Identified in Utah in 2021 (2022)
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Cut flowers are a new and growing crop in Utah, as well as across the US, but disease challenges and management have been less documented than in other horticultural crops. The USU Plant Pathology and USU Small Farms Labs have paired up to survey diseases of cut flowers across Utah. This presentation highlights emerging findings and management recommendations.
Attracting Beneficial Insects to Manage Pests (2023)
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This presentation introduces strategies for using beneficial insects as a natural tool for pest management. Viewers will learn how to identify common beneficial species, understand their role in controlling crop pests, and create habitats that support their populations. The session also covers companion planting, floral resource selection, reduced pesticide use, and integrated pest management (IPM) practices to help growers build more resilient and environmentally friendly production systems.
CSI Cut Flower Farm: Disease and Insect Cases from 2022 (2023)
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Cut flowers are a new and growing crop in Utah, as well as across the US, but disease challenges and management have been less documented than in other horticultural crops. The USU Plant Pathology Lab has surveyed insects and diseases of cut flowers across Utah. This presentation highlights emerging findings and management recommendations.
Pest Management for Small-Scale Growers (2023)
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Learn how small-scale growers can identify common pests and apply effective, sustainable management practices throughout the growing season
Insect/Disease Management Strategies for Cucurbits (2023)
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This presentation will cover arthropods, diseases, and abiotic disorders commonly found within Utah’s cucurbit production. We will cover identification, monitoring, and management strategies.
Common Fruit Pests (2023)
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Learn to identify common fruit pests and implement timely, research-based control methods to reduce crop damage and losses
Update on the High Path Avian Influenza in Utah and How it Impacts Small Flock Owners (2023)
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This presentation provides an update on avian influenza in Utah and outlines practical steps small flock owners can take to protect their birds.
Pest Identification and Management for Cut Flowers (2024)
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This presentation will cover insects, arthropods, and other pests that are commonly found within cut flower production in Utah. We will cover identification, monitoring, and management strategies.
Updates on Cut Flower Diseases and Pests in Utah (2024)
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Cut flowers are a new and growing crop in Utah, as well as across the US, but disease challenges and management have been less documented than in other horticultural crops. The USU Plant Pathology Lab has surveyed insects and diseases of cut flowers across Utah. This presentation highlights emerging findings and management recommendations.
Diseases of Large and Small Fruit in Utah (2024)
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An overview of the most common diseases affecting large and small fruit crops in Utah, with a focus on identification, prevention, and management.