Surveying and Evaluating Pests and Beneficial Insects in Utah's Vegetable Production

Authors

Nick Volesky, Utah State UniversityFollow
Amelia Olds
Marion Murray, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Report

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

11-28-2023

First Page

1

Last Page

7

Abstract

The Utah State University (USU) Extension Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program conducted a season-long survey evaluating arthropod pests, plant diseases, pollinators, and other beneficials on a ¼-acre vegetable farm and adjacent pollinator habitat located in Logan, Utah. Understanding the roles of these groups on plant health and the efficacy of nonchemical pest management approaches critically impacts the sustainability of Utah’s vegetable industry. Survey findings have been used as a reference for developing video content, fact sheets, and presentations to educate Utah’s commercial and small-acreage farmers.

Recommended Citation

Volesky, N., Olds, A., & Murray, M. (2023). Surveying and evaluating pests and beneficial insects in Utah's vegetable production. Utah State University Extension.