A High Tunnel for Strong Winds and Space Utility

This fact sheet describes modifications to high tunnels for strong winds and space utility

Different Treatment Options for Russian Olive

Russian olive is a thorny, small, sometimes shrubby tree that thrives in Utah’s arid climate. This extremely hardy and adaptable plant originated in southern Europe and Western Asia

Beneficial True Bugs: Big-Eyed Bugs

Predatory insects can provide natural pest control by eating unwanted pests. Insect predators are one factor that help maintain pest populations at non-damaging levels, an action known as biological control. By conserving predatory insect populations, plants can be protected from pest attack and excessive damage

Indoor Photography

Photography is the science of recording light in an artistic way to create a pleasing image. Indoor photography requires a photographer to become familiar with some of the built in functions of a camera

Photo Composition

Photography is the art of capturing an image with a camera to produce satisfying artwork. There are several elements that go into a well-composed photograph

Beneficial Predators: Syrphid Flies

This fact sheet describes Syrphid flies, a diverse family of insects which can provide both biocontrol and pollination services. While not available for purchase, natural populations can be conserved through wise insecticide use practices and enhancing floral resources. Beneficial insects, including syrphid flies, are a useful tool for home gardeners and commercial agriculturalists alike to keep damaging pest populations to a minimum

Film Speed or the ISO

Light is energy. Brighter light is more energy than dimmer light. This concept is central to understanding film speed, or ISO

Russian Olive Control - Cut Stump Treatment

This fact sheet discusses cut stump herbicide treatment, which can be used to control Russian olive at any time of the year

Beneficial Insects: Mantids

Mantids refer to an entire predatory group of insects in the order Mantodea. The term “mantis” or “praying mantis” actually refers to a particular genus of mantids. Therefore, only some mantids belong to the genus Mantis. There are about 2,000 species of mantids worldwide and at least 20 species in the U.S. Two mantid species dominate Utah gardens: European mantid and Chinese mantid