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Insect pests and weeds: Protecting alfalfa’s yield potential

Scouting identifies the insects that reach economic thresholds as seasonal pest pressure shifts from weevil and spittlebug to leafhoppers, aphids and leaf miners. Effective weed control reduces competition and helps sustain stand vigor and yield potential.

March 19, 2026

Marian Viney

Alfalfa’s genetic yield potential decreases when insects and weeds aren’t caught early with consistent, threshold‑based scouting.

Grand opening of Idaho Center for Plant and Soil Health signals new era in agricultural research

March 18, 2024

Cassidy Woolsey

A long-term vision came to life on Feb. 20 with the grand opening of the Idaho Center for Plant and Soil Health, which replaces aging and dilapidated infrastructure at the University of Idaho’s (U of I) Parma Research and Extension Center.

Advancing potato pathology research in southern Idaho

Researchers from the University of Idaho focus on disease management through monitoring programs, diagnostics and integrated strategies for sustainable practices, ensuring a vibrant future for the state's potato industry.

January 3, 2024

Kasia M. Duellman, Phillip Wharton, and James Woodhall

The ongoing collaboration between researchers, growers and the larger potato industry in southern Idaho continues to advance the region’s potato production.

Ladybugs are alfalfa’s best friend

June 1, 2020

Kimberly Williams-Brackett

Will Ricks had a big problem with aphids in his alfalfa. “Aphids can do a lot of damage, especially in large numbers,” he says.

Identifying larvae in alfalfa

April 18, 2011

Don C. Arnold and Phillip G. Mulder

This key is designed to serve as a guide to identification of the more typical larvae of some of the common insect species found in many alfalfa fields during the mid-to-late season. A 10-power to 15-power hand lens will be most helpful in using this key.

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Insect pests and weeds: Protecting alfalfa’s yield potential

Grand opening of Idaho Center for Plant and Soil Health signals new era in agricultural research

Advancing potato pathology research in southern Idaho

Ladybugs are alfalfa’s best friend

Identifying larvae in alfalfa

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Idaho sets animal entry requirements following New World screwworm detection

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