Insects and Diseases

Find general and advanced pest information for a wide variety of vegetable crops. 

Vegetable Research Reports

Archive of vegetable pest related reports from research and projects from 2005-2024.

Utah Vegetable Production & Pest Management

This website has information about production, insects, diseases, IPM, and management options.

Abiotic Disorders of Tomatoes

This guide will cover most of the abiotic disorders and diseases that can affect tomatoes in Utah. Abiotic diseases in tomato plants can arise from nutrient deficiencies, temperature extremes, abnormal lighting, chemical application, changes in water uptake, mechanical damage, genetic mutations, and more. 

• Copies may be available at your local USU Extension office.
• Hard copies are available for purchase from the USU Extension store.
  
  

Utah Vegetable Production Guide

The Utah Vegetable Production Guide provides production and pest management recommendations tailored for the region. Each chapter covers specific crop groups and their soil, nutrient, and water management, cultivation practices, along with integrated pest and disease management strategies. 

• Copies may be available for commercial farmers at your local USU Extension office.
• Hard copies are available for purchase from the USU Extension store.
  
  

Vegetable Pests of Utah

This vegetable pest guide covers identification of vegetable disease and insect pests of Utah. Information includes hosts, appearance, damage symptoms, damaging lifestages, life cycle, time for concern, when and where to scout, threat level, top management techniques, when to consider treatment, and look-alikes.

• Copies may be available at your local USU Extension office.