Awardee Name
University of Idaho
Grant Type
State
Project Title
Perfecting Pest Management Conservation System for Key Crops in Targeted Watersheds
Awardee State/Territory
Idaho
Involved States/territories
Idaho
End Date
Award Amount
$74,705.00
Project Background
This project proposes to develop and deliver pest management practices for producers in targeted watersheds to protect water resources. Surface water sampling of the Boise River and four tributaries, conducted by Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) in 2009 and 2010, resulted in 376 pesticide detections for 32 different pesticide compounds. The purpose of this study is to determine BMPs for insecticide applications on dry bulb onion, to improve insecticide effectiveness for control of onion thrips, reduce pesticide usage, reduce impacts to beneficials, and reduce potential impacts to water quality. The project will demonstrate a web-based unique IPM planning and recordkeeping software program for producers and NRCS staff.
Project targeted to Historically Underserved producers?
No