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Precision Agrilab

Producing quality results quickly is the primary objective at Precision Agri-Lab. To ensure accurate and precise data, we have implemented extensive quality control procedures. Daily QC procedures include running method blanks, duplicates, intra-laboratory control samples, and second source calibration verification samples.

Aug 2018 | Online resource

Efficient Lawn Irrigation in the Intermountain West

Proper irrigation, despite being one of the most important factors in maintaining a healthy lawn, is the most often overlooked variable in lawn care. This publication describes common turfgrass species, soil water ...

Brian Charlton, Rob C. Golembiewski, Tom Cook | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Scotch Thistle

Scotch thistle was introduced to the United States in the 1800s as an ornamental plant from the Mediterranean region. It is a noxious weed in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Scotch thistle can form dense, ...

Matthew Schuster, Timothy S. Prather | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Vegetated Roofs: Low-impact development fact sheet

Growing a garden on your roof is an attractive alternative building method, but there's a lot to know before you start hauling soil to the top floor. Learn how vegetated roofs, also known as "green" roofs, can play an elevated role in the low-impact development landscape.

Maria Cahill, Derek Godwin, Jenna Tilt | Aug 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Riparian management and resources for landowners

Riparian areas are rich ecological environments that support a diversity of life and contribute to the overall health of our communities. But they are delicate and complex, and face threats to their existence. Private landowners ...

Julia Wentzel, Chloe Hull | Aug 2021 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Infiltration Testing: Low-impact development fact sheet

One of the first steps in siting a low-impact development facility is infiltration testing. Infiltration tests estimate the rate at which runoff will infiltrate, or pass through, native soil. An infiltration test, ...

Maria Cahill, Derek Godwin | Aug 2022 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

April garden calendar

There are lots of gardening tasks to complete in April, including fertilizing your lawn and preparing soil and raised garden beds. Learn more in this guide.

Mar 2021 | Article

Spring Pasture To-Do’s

If you haven't done so already, it’s time for spring management of your pasture. That means soil testing, fertilizing, and weed management.

Evie Smith | Apr 2023 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Monitoring vineyard nutrition

This article describes how to determine vineyard nutrient needs through grapevine tissue and soil sampling. It also provides tissue testing guidelines.

Patricia A. Skinkis, Paul Schreiner | Apr 2024 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Applying hydrated lime to my garden?

Q: I have heard about applying lime to my lawn and garden to improve my soil. Can I use the pictured product, and how would I apply it? There are no application directions.

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