Pesticide and fertilizer use is almost everywhere across the Pacific Northwest's developed and agricultural landscapes. Environmental pollution can occur when these chemicals enter waterways and groundwater systems. The universities provide many research-based educational materials on soils, plant choices, irrigation management techniques, proper fertilizer and pesticide use, and a range of other related topics. View an HTML version of the flyer, or download the 11x17 PDF flyer, or download the 4-page PDF version.
Protection of our groundwater from nitrate contamination is important for citizens in our region. In both agricultural and urban areas nitrogen materials are abundant and thus the potential for groundwater contamination is high. Nitrogen fertilizers used in agriculture, lawns, gardens, and golf courses are leachable and when used improperly can contaminate groundwater. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
Pesticides can enter water by 1) drift, 2) runoff, and 3) leaching. Once in water, pesticides affect endangered salmonids two ways. First by direct effects – impacting the organism's psysiological and nervous systems, which can be lethal. Second, by indirect effects – impacting the organism's food supply and habitat. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights our nutrient management efforts over the last 10 years. Due in large part to those efforts: 1) nitrogen application rates have declined by six percent, 2) nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) has increased by five percent, 3) phosphorous erosion losses to surface waters have declined by 10 percent, 4) over 40 fertilizer guides have been updated, and 5) a new generation of planners has been trained. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights our Integrated Pest Management (IPM) efforts over the 10 years. Due in large part to those efforts: 1) producers are able to access NRCS cost-share funding for IPM practices, 2) producers and home gardeners are more aware of dangers from improper management of pesticides, and 3) landowners and agricultural producers better manage chemicals used to enhance landscapes and to grow crops. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights the IPM Water Resources Symposium held in Boise, ID. During one session, the group decided to focus on pursuing funding for a Western Multistate Project. These projects are sponsored and coordinated by the Western Assoc. of Ag Exp Station Directors. This project would enable a wide range of land grant and non-land grant IPM and water quality researchers, educators, and practitioners to collaborate on IPM and water quality objectives on an ongoing basis. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights the 100+ fertilizer guides that have been developed by land grant institutions in the PNW. These nutrient guidelines are based on relationships between soil tests and crop yield responses. It is important for farmers in our region to scientifically apply fertilizer to crops that results in an excellent yield return while also protecting the quality of our region's waters. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update talks about how home owners should fertilize their lawns to look both beautiful and to protect the water resources of the PNW. The four BMPs described in this update include: (1) base fertilizer application rates on a sound strategy, (2) correctly time the fertilizer application, (3) use slow-release fertilizers, and (4) use water wisely. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights field studies in southern Idaho that investigate the potential of biofumigants to replace synthetic soil fumigants to suppress nematodes, soil borne diseases, and weeds in potato cropping systems. The biofumigants in these studies are plants from the Brassica family -- rapeseed, canola, and mustard. If successful, synthetic pesticide use can be reduced and water qualtiy protected. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
The Extension Services in the region meet the challenge of keeping plants free from pests by producing a Weed Management, Insect Management, and Plant Disease Management handbook. Each of these handbooks contain between 500 and 700 pages of the latest information on plant protection chemicals (pesticides) that can be used on hundreds of plants grown in the region. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This update highlights what scientists at the region's land grant institutions are doing to protect surface waters from phosphorus. These scientists produce fertilizer guides for over 100 different crops. These guidelines include suggested rates of P fertilizer to apply. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This update highlights how IPM and water quality programs in the Pacific Northwest plan to integrate their programming efforts to more effectively serve clientele in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
Drinking water results from a survey on water issues are highlighted in this flyer. The survey was conducted in 2002 and jointly developed by the University of Idaho, Oregon State University, Washington State University, the University of Alaska, EPA Region 10, and USDA-NIFA. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer here or by downloading the PDF flyer here.
This flyer highlights the integrated pest management programs developed by the region's land grant institutions. IPM programs have resulted in reduced pesticide usage and, as a result, protect both surface and groundwater quality. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This flyer highlights dryland nutrient management guidelines that have been revised to make recommendations more uniform across state lines and to emphasize management practices that result in the protection of water quality. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
This tri-state (Oregon, Washington, Idaho) project highlights the accomplishments of the Integrated Soil Nutrient and Pest (iSNAP) Water Quality Education Program designed for agricultural professionals. Find out more by viewing an HTML version of the flyer or by downloading the PDF flyer.
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