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Utah IPM & SA Mini-Grant Program

The goal of the Utah IPM & Sustainable Agriculture (SA) Mini-Grant Program is to accelerate the adoption of these two agricultural practices in Utah.  We invite you to read project proposals and final reports to learn about the exciting research and educational projects serving the citizens of Utah.

2010 Granting Due Date:  December 11, 2009 (See link to announcement at right.)

Who can apply for funds?

This grant serves Utah State University Extension personnel only.

Target Areas

The projects of this grant help solve pest problems of importance to stakeholders within a Utah county or region.  They often include the development of shared IPM educational materials. Several projects are designed to show reductions in pesticide use and/or increased stakeholder profitability. 

We encourage collaborations with Utah stakeholders (growers, homeowners, public agencies, etc.), so please feel free to contact us if you have a specific IPM or sustainable agriculture need for your area.

Project Examples
 
  • On-site demonstrations and training workshops on implementation of practical IPM 
  • IPM publications, PowerPoint slideshows, educational resources, etc.
  • Diagnosis and sampling of pests
  • Surveying for new or expanding pests
  • Development and use of economic thresholds
  • Use of weather data for pest forecasting
  • Use of cultural, biological, or chemical methods to improve pest management

 

projects 2009
past funded projects
call for proposals 2010