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Integrated pest management (IPM) is an economically feasible, environmentally friendly, and socially responsible way of farming. Learn about...
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2018-21 Annual Report
Our goal with the Beginning Farmer program is to help new producers develop knowledge and critical skills...
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Early detection is key to managing two-spotted spider mites. Learn how to recognize them and their damage.
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High tunnel production can supply strawberries over an extended period and therefore offers great opportunity for increased income.
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Irrigation and fertilization are two of the most important components of growing vegetable crops. When these components are combined, the re...
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Many factors can contribute to slug infestations in vegetables. Learn what those factors are and how you can best control and elimin...
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Various scouting methods are used to identify and estimate counts of insect pests in and on plants and soil as part of an integrated...
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