AFES Publications

This database contains a combination of circulars, books, research documents, and other publications (including archives of Agroborealis!) relevant to farming in Alaska. You can search by topic, author or type of publication. The Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension also maintains databases of publications from the Cooperative Extension and the Georgeson Botanical Garden. For more information or questions about these publications, drop us a line!

 

Vegetable Variety Trials 2019

Vegetable Variety Trials 2019

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2019.

Vegetable Variety Trials 2018

Vegetable Variety Trials 2018

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2018.

Vegetable Variety Trials 2017

Vegetable Variety Trials 2017

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2017.

Agronomic Crops Developed in Alaska

Agronomic Crops Developed in Alaska

Information on agronomic crops developed in Alaska.

Annual Report: 2013

Annual Report: 2013

Annual report from 2013.

Annual Report: 2012

Annual Report: 2012

Annual report from 2012.

Annual Report: 2010-11

Annual Report: 2010-11

Annual report from 2010-11.

Annual Report: 2009

Annual Report: 2009

Annual report from 2009.

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2010

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2010

Flowering plant evaluations done in 2010 at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens.

Growing Small Grains in Your Garden

Growing Small Grains in Your Garden

The information in this circular is a summation of many years of agronomic research into growing grains in Alaska scaled down to the typical house garden.

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2009

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2009

Flowering plant evaluations done in 2009 at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens.

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2009

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2009

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2009.

Annual Report: 2008

Annual Report: 2008

Annual report from 2008.

Alaska Berries: Controlled Environment Production for Berries for Commerical Crops

Alaska Berries: Controlled Environment Production for Berries for Commerical Crops

Information about a study on controlled environment production of berries as commercial crops.

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2008

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2008

Flowering plant evaluations done in 2008 at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens.

Annual Vegetable Trials 2008

Annual Vegetable Trials 2008

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2008.

Annual Report: 2007

Annual Report: 2007

Annual report from 2007.

Annual Vegetable Trials 2007

Annual Vegetable Trials 2007

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2007.

Annual Herb Evaluations 2007

Annual Herb Evaluations 2007

Herb variety trials perfomed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2007.

Annual Flowering Plant Trials 2007

Annual Flowering Plant Trials 2007

Flowering plant evaluations done in 2007 at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens.

Annual Report: 2006

Annual Report: 2006

Annual report from 2006.

Reproductive Management of Alaska Livestock

Reproductive Management of Alaska Livestock

This publication is a general guide to farm animal reproduction in Alaska.

Vegetable Trials 2006

Vegetable Trials 2006

Vegetable variety trials performed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2006.

Herb Evaluations, 2006

Herb Evaluations, 2006

Herb variety trials perfomed at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in 2006.

Aboveground Biomass Equations for the Trees of Interior Alaska

Aboveground Biomass Equations for the Trees of Interior Alaska

Aboveground Biomass Equations for the Trees of Interior Alaska

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2006

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2006

Flowering plant evaluations done in 2006 at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens.

Canola Quality in Alaska, 2004 and 2005 Harvests

Canola Quality in Alaska, 2004 and 2005 Harvests

This report summarizes the effects of boron and calcium sprays on stem strength of peonies.

Annual Report: 2005

Annual Report: 2005

Annual report from 2005.

2005 Potato Variety Trials in the Matanuska Valley, Alaska

2005 Potato Variety Trials in the Matanuska Valley, Alaska

This report summarizes a series of experiments conducted to establish standards for best quality fresh cut flowers to meet or exceed rigerous international industry requirements.

Wildland Fire in Alaska: A History of Organized Fire Suppression and Management in the Last Frontier

Wildland Fire in Alaska: A History of Organized Fire Suppression and Management in the Last Frontier

Wildland Fire in Alaska: A History of Organized Fire Suppression and Management in the Last Frontier

Annual and Perennial Herb Evaluations 2005

Annual and Perennial Herb Evaluations 2005

Results from annual and perennial herb evalutions performed in 2005.

Visitor Preferences for Interpretation in the Kennecott Mill Town, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

Visitor Preferences for Interpretation in the Kennecott Mill Town, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

Visitor Preferences for Interpretation in the Kennecott Mill Town, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park

Annual Report: 2004

Annual Report: 2004

Annual report from 2004.

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production

The purpose of this report is to present results of the culitvar trials through the 2004 growing season and identify possible problems with flowering and plant establishment.

Response of Bluejoint Reedgrass Dominated Stands to Mowing and Nitrogen Fertilization in Central Alaska

Response of Bluejoint Reedgrass Dominated Stands to Mowing and Nitrogen Fertilization in Central Alaska

Response of Bluejoint Reedgrass Dominated Stands to Mowing and Nitrogen Fertilization in Central Alaska

Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2002

Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2002

Vegetable Cultivar Trials 2003

Vegetable Cultivar Trials 2003

Results from vegetable cultivar trials conducted in 2003 at the Georgeson Botanical Garden in Fairbansks.

Annual Report: 2003

Annual Report: 2003

Annual report from 2003.

Interpreting Feed Analysis of Alaska Forage

Interpreting Feed Analysis of Alaska Forage

This circular discusses interpreting feed analysis of Alaska forage.

Forage Crop Variety Trials in the Tanana Valley of Interior of Alaska

Forage Crop Variety Trials in the Tanana Valley of Interior of Alaska

Results from forage crop variety trials performed in the Tanana Valley.

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production Second-Year Growth

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production Second-Year Growth

This purpose of this report is to present evaluations of the cultivar trials through the 2003 growing season and identify possible problems with flowering and plant establishment.

Canola Quality in Alaska (2001 Harvest)

Canola Quality in Alaska (2001 Harvest)

This report contains quality data from tests of the canola seed, oil and meal from the 2001 canola grown on the Delta farm.

Annual Flower Evaluations 2003

Annual Flower Evaluations 2003

Annual flower evaluations performed in 2003.

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production First-Year Growth

Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production First-Year Growth

This progress report shows results of the first season following peony planting.

No-till Forage Establishment in Alaska

No-till Forage Establishment in Alaska

No-till Forage Establishment in Alaska

Head Lettuce Variety Performance Matanuska Valley, Alaska, 2000 & 2001

Head Lettuce Variety Performance Matanuska Valley, Alaska, 2000 & 2001

Results of head lettuce variety performance trials performed in the Matanuska valley in 2000 and 2001.

Turfgrass Performance for Golf Courses in southcentral Alaska

Turfgrass Performance for Golf Courses in southcentral Alaska

This study evaluated and compared new varities and species of turfgrass against Nugget and Arctared on sand-based greens and soil-based fareways.

Annual Report: 2002

Annual Report: 2002

Annual report from 2002.

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2002

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2002

Results from annual flower evaluations done in 2002.

Effect of Reed Canarygrass and Red Clover Mixtures on Forage Yield and Mineral Content in Southcentral Alaska

Effect of Reed Canarygrass and Red Clover Mixtures on Forage Yield and Mineral Content in Southcentral Alaska

This study looks at the effect of red clover and reed canary grass on companion plantings with legumes and its effect on yield and mineral content at three sites in Southcentral Alaska.

Soils and Vegetation of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Route: A 1999 Survey

Soils and Vegetation of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Route: A 1999 Survey

Soils and Vegetation of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Route: A 1999 Survey

The Alaska Public Land Planning Directory, 2001

The Alaska Public Land Planning Directory, 2001

This report is intended for anyone with questions on public land management in Alaska.

Reforestation Needs and Opportunities for Carbon Sequestration in Alaska

Reforestation Needs and Opportunities for Carbon Sequestration in Alaska

Proceedings from the Alaska Reforestation Council, May 2001 workshop

Annual Flower Evaluations 2000

Annual Flower Evaluations 2000

Results from annual flower evaluations done in 2000.

Ryegrasses In Alaska: grazing preference, forage yields, digestibility, and other comparisons among four types of ryegrass, and responses of different types and cultivars to various management options.

Ryegrasses In Alaska: grazing preference, forage yields, digestibility, and other comparisons among four types of ryegrass, and responses of different types and cultivars to various management options.

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1999

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1999

The results of a yield trial comparing 30 cultivars of potatoes conducted during 1999.

Annual Flower Plant Evaluations 1999

Annual Flower Plant Evaluations 1999

Results from annual flower trials were planted from May 30 through June 4, 1999.

Model to Evaluate Potential Production and Income Responses of Reindeer Herds under Different Management Strategies

Model to Evaluate Potential Production and Income Responses of Reindeer Herds under Different Management Strategies

This circular develops a model for evaluating potential production and income responses of reindeer herds under different management strategies.

Relative Grazing Preference, Herbage Yield, In Vitro Digestibility, and Other Comparisons Among Seven Perennial Grasses at Various Times of the Year in Southcentral Alaska

Relative Grazing Preference, Herbage Yield, In Vitro Digestibility, and Other Comparisons Among Seven Perennial Grasses at Various Times of the Year in Southcentral Alaska

Potato variety performance, Alaska 1998

Potato variety performance, Alaska 1998

Results from yield trials comparing 30 cultivars of potatoes that were conducted during the 1998 growing seasons at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Influence of Strain and Generation Number on Performance of The Potato Variety Russet Norkotah

Influence of Strain and Generation Number on Performance of The Potato Variety Russet Norkotah

Perennial Plant Trials at the Georgeson Botanical Garden

Perennial Plant Trials at the Georgeson Botanical Garden

Results form perennial plant trials done at the Georgeson Botanical Gardens in Fairbanks in 1998.

Bromegrass in Alaska. VII. Heading, Seed Yield, and Components of Yield as Influenced by Seeding- Year Management and by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Application in Subsequent Years

Bromegrass in Alaska. VII. Heading, Seed Yield, and Components of Yield as Influenced by Seeding- Year Management and by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Application in Subsequent Years

Bromegrass in Alaska. VII. Heading, Seed Yield, and Components of Yield as Influenced by Seeding- Year Management and by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Application in Subsequent Years

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1997

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1997

Results from a yield trial comparing 45 cultivars of potatoes conducted during the 1997 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1997

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1997

Results of a head lettuce variety trial in the Matanuska Valley during the 1997 growing season.

Timothy in Alaska: Characteristics, History, Adaptation, and Management

Timothy in Alaska: Characteristics, History, Adaptation, and Management

Bromegrass in Alaska. VI. Effects of a Broad Array of Harvest Schedules and Frequencies on Forage Yield and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Cultivars Manchar and Polar

Bromegrass in Alaska. VI. Effects of a Broad Array of Harvest Schedules and Frequencies on Forage Yield and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Cultivars Manchar and Polar

Bromegrass in Alaska. VI. Effects of a Broad Array of Harvest Schedules and Frequencies on Forage Yield and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Cultivars Manchar and Polar

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1996

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1996

A yield trial comparing 45 named verious of potatoes was conducted during the 1996 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations, 1996

Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations, 1996

Results of annual flower and perennial landscape plants from 1996.

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska, 1996

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska, 1996

The performance of 15 varieties of head lettuce grown in the Matanuska Valley in 1996.

Bromegrass in Alaska. V. Heading and Seed Production as Influenced by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Fertilization, Sod Disturbance, and Aftermath Management

Bromegrass in Alaska. V. Heading and Seed Production as Influenced by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Fertilization, Sod Disturbance, and Aftermath Management

Bromegrass in Alaska. V. Heading and Seed Production as Influenced by Time and Rate of Nitrogen Fertilization, Sod Disturbance, and Aftermath Management

Use of Canola in Dairy Cattle Diets: Year 3

Use of Canola in Dairy Cattle Diets: Year 3

This report presents the results from the third and final trial of a three-year study investigating the use of Alaska-grown whole-seed canola in dairy cattle diets.

Metam Sodium and Dasomet as Herbricdes for Use Vegetable Growers

Metam Sodium and Dasomet as Herbricdes for Use Vegetable Growers

This report examines two studies of soil fumigants that may be used for weed control in commercial vegetable fields.

Use of Alaska-Grown Whole Seed Canola in Dairy Cattle Diets - Year 2

Use of Alaska-Grown Whole Seed Canola in Dairy Cattle Diets - Year 2

Reindeer Calf Productivity and Survival On The Seward Peninsula, Alaska

Reindeer Calf Productivity and Survival On The Seward Peninsula, Alaska

This circular discusses reindeer calf productivity and survival on Alaska's Seward Peninsula.

Bromegrass in Alaska. IV. Effects of Various Schedules and Frequencies of Harvest on Forage Yields and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Several Strains

Bromegrass in Alaska. IV. Effects of Various Schedules and Frequencies of Harvest on Forage Yields and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Several Strains

Bromegrass in Alaska. IV. Effects of Various Schedules and Frequencies of Harvest on Forage Yields and Quality and on Subsequent Winter Survival of Several Strains

Producing and processing reindeer velvet antler

Producing and processing reindeer velvet antler

This circular discusses the processing of reindeer antler velvet.

Winterhardiness, Forage Production, and Persistence of Introduced and Native Grasses and Legumes in Southcentral Alaska

Winterhardiness, Forage Production, and Persistence of Introduced and Native Grasses and Legumes in Southcentral Alaska

Comparative Winterhardiness of Cultivated and Native Alaskan Grasses, and Forage Yield and Quality as Influenced by Harvest Schedules and Frequencies, and Rates of Applied Nitrogen

Comparative Winterhardiness of Cultivated and Native Alaskan Grasses, and Forage Yield and Quality as Influenced by Harvest Schedules and Frequencies, and Rates of Applied Nitrogen

Responses of Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial Sweetclover to Various Management Procedures in Alaska

Responses of Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial Sweetclover to Various Management Procedures in Alaska

Responses of Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial Sweetclover to Various Management Procedures in Alaska

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1993

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1993

A yield trial in which 43 named varieties and one numbered selection of potatoes were compared was conducted during the 1993 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1993

Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1993

The results of annual flower and perennial landscape plant evaluations in 1993.

Rates and Methods of Application of Nitrogen and Phosphorus for Commercial Field Production of Head Lettuce in Southcentral Alaska

Rates and Methods of Application of Nitrogen and Phosphorus for Commercial Field Production of Head Lettuce in Southcentral Alaska

Rates and Methods of Application of Nitrogen and Phosphorus for Commercial Field Production of Head Lettuce in Southcentral Alaska

Wildflower Seed Mixes for Interior Alaska

Wildflower Seed Mixes for Interior Alaska

Alternative Grain and Oilseed Crops for Interior Alaska

Alternative Grain and Oilseed Crops for Interior Alaska

This study looked at climatic, nutrient and cultural requirements as well as probability of a successful harvest of several niche grain and oilseed crops for Interior Aalaska.

Winterhardiness and Agronomic Performance of Wildryes (Elmus species) Compared with Other Grasses in Alaska, and Responses of Siberian Wildrye to Management Practices

Winterhardiness and Agronomic Performance of Wildryes (Elmus species) Compared with Other Grasses in Alaska, and Responses of Siberian Wildrye to Management Practices

Effects of Daily Photoperiod/Nyctoperiod and Temperature on Autumn Development of Crown Buds, Freeze Tolerance, and Storage of Food Reserves in Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial White Sweetclover

Effects of Daily Photoperiod/Nyctoperiod and Temperature on Autumn Development of Crown Buds, Freeze Tolerance, and Storage of Food Reserves in Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial White Sweetclover

Winter Survival of Grasses and Legumes in Subarctic Alaska as Related to Latitudinal Adaptation, Pre-winter Storage of Food Reserves, and Dry-Matter Concentration in Overwintering Tissues

Winter Survival of Grasses and Legumes in Subarctic Alaska as Related to Latitudinal Adaptation, Pre-winter Storage of Food Reserves, and Dry-Matter Concentration in Overwintering Tissues

Design for a Portable Reindeer Crush

Design for a Portable Reindeer Crush

This circular gives a design for a portable reindeer crush.

Management and Medical Aspects of Reindeer Farming: Examining the Basics

Management and Medical Aspects of Reindeer Farming: Examining the Basics

This circular discusses management and medical aspects of reindeer farming, including disesases, calf care and more.

Bromegrass in Alaska II. Autumn Food-Reserve Storage, Freeze Tolerance, and Dry Matter Concentration in Overwintering Tissues as Related to Winter Survival of Latitudinal Ecotypes

Bromegrass in Alaska II. Autumn Food-Reserve Storage, Freeze Tolerance, and Dry Matter Concentration in Overwintering Tissues as Related to Winter Survival of Latitudinal Ecotypes

The objective of this study was to acquire improved understanding of factors that influence winter survival of bromegrass at northern latitudes.

Fescue Grasses Differ Greatly in Adaptation, Winterhardiness, and Therefore Usefulness in Southcentral Alaska

Fescue Grasses Differ Greatly in Adaptation, Winterhardiness, and Therefore Usefulness in Southcentral Alaska

This report summarizes agronomic research with several species of fesue conducted over recent decades at the Matanuska Research Farm near Palmer in southcentral Alaska.

Results from the 1992 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

Results from the 1992 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

This circular documents the current status of research in cultivar development associated with the Alaska barley breeding program.

Morphological, Physiological, and Winterhardiness Comparisons Among Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial Sweetclover (Melilotus species) in Subarctic Alaska

Morphological, Physiological, and Winterhardiness Comparisons Among Latitudinal Ecotypes of Biennial Sweetclover (Melilotus species) in Subarctic Alaska

Extreme Northern Acclimatization in Biennial Yellow Sweetclover (Melilotus officinalis) at the Arctic Circle

Extreme Northern Acclimatization in Biennial Yellow Sweetclover (Melilotus officinalis) at the Arctic Circle

The findings of this study provide insights into mechanisms that condition winter survival of plants in the Subarctic.

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Species For Mined Land Reclamation Year 3 (1991) Results

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Species For Mined Land Reclamation Year 3 (1991) Results

This report is from the third year of a study done on grass cultivars and seed mixes used in revegetation.

Evaluation of Plant Species and Grass Seed Mixes For Mined Land Revegetation Year 3 (1991) Results

Evaluation of Plant Species and Grass Seed Mixes For Mined Land Revegetation Year 3 (1991) Results

This report is from the third year of a study done on grass cultivars and seed mixes used in revegetation.

Effect of Different Herbicides on Various Legume Crops in Interior Alaska

Effect of Different Herbicides on Various Legume Crops in Interior Alaska

The results of an evaluation of nine herbicides on selected legumes, some non-legume crops and weeds at two sites in Interior Alaska.

Relationship of Latitude-of-Origin to Winter Survival and to Forage and Seed Yields of Wheat grasses (Agropyron species) in Subrctic Alaska

Relationship of Latitude-of-Origin to Winter Survival and to Forage and Seed Yields of Wheat grasses (Agropyron species) in Subrctic Alaska

Five field experiments evaluating and comparing numerous grasses were conducted over seven years at the Matanuska Research Farm near Palmer in southcentral Alaska.

Congenital Defects in Reindeer: A Production Issue

Congenital Defects in Reindeer: A Production Issue

This circular discusses congenital defents in reindeer.

Growth Regulator Effects in Seed Propagated Begonia x Tuberhybrida

Growth Regulator Effects in Seed Propagated Begonia x Tuberhybrida

The growth regulators chlormequat, paclobutrazol, daminozide and Bayleton were studied for their ability to control plant heigh in seed propogated tuberous begonia.

Photoperiodic Control of Growth and Development in 'Nonstop' Cultivars Series of Begonia x Tuberhybrida

Photoperiodic Control of Growth and Development in 'Nonstop' Cultivars Series of Begonia x Tuberhybrida

This circular reports on an experiment were plants of begonia x tuberhybrida were exposed to 1, 2, 3 or 4 weeks of short days initiated at 3 stages of plant development.

Annual Report: 1991

Annual Report: 1991

Annual report from 1991.

Seasonal Distribution of Forage Yield and Winter Hardiness of Grasses from Diverse Latitudinal Origins Harvested Four Times Per Year in Southcentral Alaska

Seasonal Distribution of Forage Yield and Winter Hardiness of Grasses from Diverse Latitudinal Origins Harvested Four Times Per Year in Southcentral Alaska

Bromegrass in Alaska I. Winter Survival and Forage Productivity of Bromus Species, Types, and Cultivars as Related to Latitudinal A

Bromegrass in Alaska I. Winter Survival and Forage Productivity of Bromus Species, Types, and Cultivars as Related to Latitudinal A

Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1991

Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1991

Potato Variety Performance & Commercial Potato Crop Data Summary, Alaska 1991

Potato Variety Performance & Commercial Potato Crop Data Summary, Alaska 1991

A yield trial which compared 45 named varieties and numbered selections of potatoes was conducted during the 1990 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Corral Design and Operation for Improved Handling Efficiency and Reindeer Safety

Corral Design and Operation for Improved Handling Efficiency and Reindeer Safety

The Reindeer Research Program had the opportunity to observe corral designs throughout Alaska. This circular is a description of those observations.

Reed Canary Grass In Alaska: Influence of Latitude-of-Adaptation on Winter Survival and Forage Productivity, and Observations on Seed Production

Reed Canary Grass In Alaska: Influence of Latitude-of-Adaptation on Winter Survival and Forage Productivity, and Observations on Seed Production

Results from the 1991 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

Results from the 1991 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

This circular documents the current status of research in cultivar development associated with the Alaska barley breeding program.

Relating Mehlich 3 extractable P to Morgan & Bray 1 extractable P Alaska Soils

Relating Mehlich 3 extractable P to Morgan & Bray 1 extractable P Alaska Soils

This circular discusses changes in soil testing procedures.

Performance of Indigenous and Introduced Slender Wheatgrass in Alaska, and Presumed Evidence of Ecotype

Performance of Indigenous and Introduced Slender Wheatgrass in Alaska, and Presumed Evidence of Ecotype

Malting Barley Quality in Alaska: A Preliminary Study

Malting Barley Quality in Alaska: A Preliminary Study

This study provides a preliminary assessment of the quality of malt barley produced in Alaska.

Annual Report: 1990

Annual Report: 1990

Annual report from 1990.

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1990

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1990

A yield trial which compared 45 named varieties and numbered selections of potatoes was conducted during the 1990 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Growth Performance of Holstein Dairy Calves Supplemented with a Probiotic

Growth Performance of Holstein Dairy Calves Supplemented with a Probiotic

This study summarizes growth performance results from a study that incorporated a pribiotic into the feed of dairy calves.

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Speies For Mined Land Reclamation Year 2 (1990) Results

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Speies For Mined Land Reclamation Year 2 (1990) Results

This is the second year of a study that examined woody browse species reestablishment on mined land and the advantages or disadvantages of certain species.

Evaluation of Plant Species and Grass Seed Mixes For Mined Land Revegetation Year 2 (1990) Results

Evaluation of Plant Species and Grass Seed Mixes For Mined Land Revegetation Year 2 (1990) Results

This report is from the second year of a study done on grass cultivars and seed mixes used in revegetation.

IRT-76 Polyethylene Mulch Film and Growth of Sweet Corn in Fairbanks, AK

IRT-76 Polyethylene Mulch Film and Growth of Sweet Corn in Fairbanks, AK

The purpose of this research project was to determine if the benefits of soil warming and weed supression of URT-76 film could be achieved under subarctic conditions.

Effects of Seeding Rate On Dry Matter Yield of Two Forage Rape Varieties

Effects of Seeding Rate On Dry Matter Yield of Two Forage Rape Varieties

This report summarizes the results of a two-year study concerning the effects of seeding rates on dry matter yields of two brassica hybrids.

Results from the 1990 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

Results from the 1990 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

This circular documents the current status of research in cultivar development associated with the Alaska barley breeding program.

Investigation on the Optimum Level of Salmon Meal for Use in Dairy Cow Diets

Investigation on the Optimum Level of Salmon Meal for Use in Dairy Cow Diets

This circular reports on results of a recently completed milk production trial at the Palmer dairy research center involving the feeding of low levels of SM to early-lactation dairy cows.

Effects of Potassium Source and Secondary Nutrients on Potato Yield and Quality in Southcentral Alaska

Effects of Potassium Source and Secondary Nutrients on Potato Yield and Quality in Southcentral Alaska

This study looks at the effects of potassium source and secondary nutrients on potato yield and quality when grown in Southcentral Alaska.

Results of The 1990 Northwestern Canada Barley Trial Grown At Palmer

Results of The 1990 Northwestern Canada Barley Trial Grown At Palmer

This is a report on a trial of thirty types of barley grown at the Matanuska Research Farm in 1990.

Fall Seeding - Will it Work in Interior Alaska?

Fall Seeding - Will it Work in Interior Alaska?

This study looks at whether or not fall seeding is an option for Interior Alaska.

Nitrogen-Fixation By Legumes In Interior Alaska

Nitrogen-Fixation By Legumes In Interior Alaska

This research began to determine how much nitrogen different types of legumes can fix in interior Alaska.

Water Retention, Bulk Density, Particle Size, and Thermal and Hydraulic Conductivity of Arable Soils in Interior Alaska

Water Retention, Bulk Density, Particle Size, and Thermal and Hydraulic Conductivity of Arable Soils in Interior Alaska

Annual Report: 1989

Annual Report: 1989

Annual report from 1989.

Record Keeping for Reindeer Herds

Record Keeping for Reindeer Herds

This circula shows how record keeping for reindeer herds can contribute to decision making and how computers can help the record keeping process.

Results from the 1989 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

Results from the 1989 Alaska Barley Breeding Program

This circular documents the current status of research in cultivar development associated with the Alaska barley breeding program.

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Species For Mined Land Reclamation Year 1 (1989) Results

Reestablishment of Woody Browse Species For Mined Land Reclamation Year 1 (1989) Results

This study examined woody browse species reestablishment on mined land and the advantages or disadvantages of certain species.

Evaluation of Forage Legume Potential at Fairbanks, Point MacKenzie, and Soldotna

Evaluation of Forage Legume Potential at Fairbanks, Point MacKenzie, and Soldotna

Experiments were conducted to evaluate forage legumes for yield, quality and persistence potential at all three locations.

Effects of Soil Fertility on Potato Plant Development in the Matanuska Valley

Effects of Soil Fertility on Potato Plant Development in the Matanuska Valley

This study looks at the effects of soil fertility on potato plant development in the Matanuska Valley.

The Effect of Hilling on Yield and Quality of Potatoes

The Effect of Hilling on Yield and Quality of Potatoes

This study looked at the effect of four different treatments and variations of hilling potatoes on potato yield and quality.

Vegetable Variety Trials Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1989

Vegetable Variety Trials Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1989

Reults from vegetable variety trials conducted in the Matanuska Valley in 1989.

Chemical Control of Weeds In Potatoes In Southcentral and Interior Alaska

Chemical Control of Weeds In Potatoes In Southcentral and Interior Alaska

This study evaluated the efficacy and carryover of several herbicides and their use on potatoes in Southcentral and Interior Alaska.

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1989

Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1989

Results of potato variety trials from the 1989 growing season.

Quality Assessment of Reindeer Meat

Quality Assessment of Reindeer Meat

This circular explores quality and sale of reindeer meat.

Effects of Residual Soil Nitrogen and Applied Nitrogen on Yields of Head Lettuce

Effects of Residual Soil Nitrogen and Applied Nitrogen on Yields of Head Lettuce

This study looked at maximum utilization of Nitrogen through accurate interpretation of soil tests results and evaluated interactions between residiual and spring-applied nitrogen.

Results of The 1989 Northwestern Canada Barley Trial Grown At Palmer

Results of The 1989 Northwestern Canada Barley Trial Grown At Palmer

This is a report on a trial of thirty types of barley grown at the Matanuska Research Farm.

Alaska's Multibooms

Alaska's Multibooms

Construction and Use of a Reindeer Fawn Separator for Injury Prevention

Construction and Use of a Reindeer Fawn Separator for Injury Prevention

This circular is a description of how a fawn separater is built, how it works and how it was being used in western Alaska.

Characteristics and Fertility Status of Soils and Minesoils in Selected Areas of Usibelli Coal Mine, Healy Alaska

Characteristics and Fertility Status of Soils and Minesoils in Selected Areas of Usibelli Coal Mine, Healy Alaska

Air Transport of Alaskan Reindeer

Air Transport of Alaskan Reindeer

This report describes one aspect of successful air transport of reindeer developed over 20 years in Alaska.

Raising Orphan Reindeer Fawns

Raising Orphan Reindeer Fawns

This circular provides guidelines for raising orphan reindeer fawns.

Yield and Quality of Timothy in Southcentral Alaska

Yield and Quality of Timothy in Southcentral Alaska

Planning a Forest Inventory: Guidelines for Managers of Alaska Native Lands

Planning a Forest Inventory: Guidelines for Managers of Alaska Native Lands

The purpose of this circular is to provide guidelines for corporate land managers who make decisions about forest inventory on their lands.

Annual Report: 1988

Annual Report: 1988

Annual report from 1988

Effects of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilization on Yield and Crude Protein Content of Oat Forage at Pt. MacKenzie

Effects of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilization on Yield and Crude Protein Content of Oat Forage at Pt. MacKenzie

The research reported here is a continuance of previous work at Point MacKenzie that has provided information on yield and response of oats to fertilizer treatments.

Population Dynamics: An Introduction for Alaska Reindeer Herders

Population Dynamics: An Introduction for Alaska Reindeer Herders

The management of a reindeer herd is an important responsibility and has implications for the present and future viability of the reindeer industry in Alaska.

Interpretation of the Phosphorus Soil Test for Alaska Agricultural Soils

Interpretation of the Phosphorus Soil Test for Alaska Agricultural Soils

Nutrient Value of Alaskan Feedstuffs 1988

Nutrient Value of Alaskan Feedstuffs 1988

This circular provides results from a test of feedstuffs for nutrient values.

Potato Variety Performance

Potato Variety Performance

Results of potato variety trials from the 1988 growing season.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials Fairbanks, Alaska 1978-1985

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials Fairbanks, Alaska 1978-1985

Results of vegetable variety trials from 1978-1985

Annual Report: 1987

Annual Report: 1987

Annual report from 1987.

The Role of Irradiation in Food Processing: Can it Benefit Alaska?

The Role of Irradiation in Food Processing: Can it Benefit Alaska?

Potato Variety Performance Alaska, 1987

Potato Variety Performance Alaska, 1987

Results from variety trials of potatoes done in 1978.

Alaska's Dairy Industry: The Relationship Of History and Statistics

Alaska's Dairy Industry: The Relationship Of History and Statistics

The purpose of this research is to develop an understanding of the driving forces behind agricultural production and to determine what product or group of products have played a dominating role.

Revegetation Research on Coal Mine Overburden Materials in Interior to Southcentral Alaska

Revegetation Research on Coal Mine Overburden Materials in Interior to Southcentral Alaska

Alaska's Feeds for Alaska's Livestock

Alaska's Feeds for Alaska's Livestock

This circular discusses nutrients in Alaska's feed for livestock.

Effects of Nitrogen Lime and Boron on Candle Rape Grown in the Trapper Creek and Pt. MacKenzie Area of Southcentral Alaska

Effects of Nitrogen Lime and Boron on Candle Rape Grown in the Trapper Creek and Pt. MacKenzie Area of Southcentral Alaska

Weed Control in Annual Strawberries Grown with Plastic Mulch: Efficacy, Phytotoxicity, and Soil Persistence Studies

Weed Control in Annual Strawberries Grown with Plastic Mulch: Efficacy, Phytotoxicity, and Soil Persistence Studies

Influence of Nitrogen Rate, Nitrogen Source, and Phosphorus Rate on Native Bluejoint Grass Yield and Composition on the Lower Kenai Peninsula

Influence of Nitrogen Rate, Nitrogen Source, and Phosphorus Rate on Native Bluejoint Grass Yield and Composition on the Lower Kenai Peninsula

The Economics of Barley Production in the Delta Junction Area of Interior Alaska

The Economics of Barley Production in the Delta Junction Area of Interior Alaska

This project was a research initiative to establish a production cost data base for barley in interior Alaska.

Effects of Potassium, Sulfur, Nitrogen Rate, and Nitrogen Source on Bromegrass Forage Yield and Composition

Effects of Potassium, Sulfur, Nitrogen Rate, and Nitrogen Source on Bromegrass Forage Yield and Composition

Alaska’s Reindeer Program. 1986 Report the Applied Reindeer Research Project

Alaska’s Reindeer Program. 1986 Report the Applied Reindeer Research Project

This report identifies recent accomplishments in the reindeer program, continugin efforts and projected ares of future effort.

Rapeseed Production Demonstration in Interior Alaska

Rapeseed Production Demonstration in Interior Alaska

This circular addresses questions on growing rapeseed in large acreages.

The Effects of Branding and Broadcasting The Complete Nutrient Requirement for Barley

The Effects of Branding and Broadcasting The Complete Nutrient Requirement for Barley

Annual Report: 1986

Annual Report: 1986

Annual report from 1986.

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska 1986

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska 1986

This is the eighth publication of grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

The Effect of Nitrogren Fertilization Rates on Head Lettuce Yields: A Preliminary Report

The Effect of Nitrogren Fertilization Rates on Head Lettuce Yields: A Preliminary Report

This study looked at the effects of increasing rates of nitrogen fertilizer on lettuce yields and soil nitrogen concentrations.

Perennial Grass and Soil Responses to Four Phosphorus Rates At Point MacKenzie

Perennial Grass and Soil Responses to Four Phosphorus Rates At Point MacKenzie

This is the second year of study on phosphorous rates, continuing the work done in RPR-1.

Gardening with Annual Flowers in Interior Alaska

Gardening with Annual Flowers in Interior Alaska

This circular includes recommended varieties for annual flowers in Interior Alaska.

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska, 1986

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska, 1986

A continuation of potato variety trials in Alaska.

Annual Report: 1985

Annual Report: 1985

Annual report from 1985.

Perennial Grass Trials for Forage Purpose in Three Areas of Southcentral Alaska

Perennial Grass Trials for Forage Purpose in Three Areas of Southcentral Alaska

This report is based on an interdisciplinary research study undertaken to investigate the social, economic and cultural aspects of reindeer herding in northwestern Alaska.

Observed Scarification Rates and Contract Costs for the TS-35 Disc Trencher in Interior

Observed Scarification Rates and Contract Costs for the TS-35 Disc Trencher in Interior

The purpose of this paper is to inform potential users of the 1985 hourly scarification rates and per acre costs of performing site-preparation work using the TTS-35 Disc Trencher.

An Evaluation of Herbicides for Control of Wild Oats in Barley

An Evaluation of Herbicides for Control of Wild Oats in Barley

The control of wide oats in Alaskan spring-planted barley was investigated in a series of experiments conducted from 1981-1984.

Non-Market Valuation of Open Space and Other Amenities Associated with Retention of Lands in Agricultural Use

Non-Market Valuation of Open Space and Other Amenities Associated with Retention of Lands in Agricultural Use

A Survey of the Alaska Greenhouse Industry and Related Enterprise

A Survey of the Alaska Greenhouse Industry and Related Enterprise

The results of a survey on the greenhouse industry in Alaska.

Phosphorous rate Effects on Establishment of Perennial Grasses And on Soil Values at Point MacKenzie

Phosphorous rate Effects on Establishment of Perennial Grasses And on Soil Values at Point MacKenzie

This study was started in 1985 to determine the response of three perennial grasses to phosphorous applications and to development soil test criteria for measuring residual phosphorous.

Toward the Integration of Economics and Outdoor Recreation Management

Toward the Integration of Economics and Outdoor Recreation Management

The general theme of this bulletin is that improved management of public-sector recreational resources is a multidisciplinary task.

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1985

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1985

Comparative yield of suitable, or potentially suitable, commercial production potato varieties were conducted during the 1985 growing season.

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1985

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1985

This is the seventh publication in this formate on grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1985

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1985

This report summarizes vegetable variety evaluations from 1985.

Protein Content and Nutritional Value of Grains Grown in Interior Alaska

Protein Content and Nutritional Value of Grains Grown in Interior Alaska

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1984

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1984

This is the sixth publication in this formate on grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

Annual Report: 1984

Annual Report: 1984

Annual report from 1984.

An Economic Analysis of Fluid Milk Processing in Alaska

An Economic Analysis of Fluid Milk Processing in Alaska

The priimary purpose of this project, planned for 19 dairy farms a 3,000 cows, is an expanded and stable milk supply base sufficient to achieve processing throughput efficiences.

Biology and Management of White Spruce Seed Crops for Reforestation in Subarctic Taiga Forest

Biology and Management of White Spruce Seed Crops for Reforestation in Subarctic Taiga Forest

The results of this research will help improve seed yields and make the management of white spruces crops more profitable in Alaska and Yukon.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1984

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1984

This report summarizes vegetable variety evaluations from 1984.

Potato Variety Performance in the Matanuska Valley, 1982, 1983, 1984

Potato Variety Performance in the Matanuska Valley, 1982, 1983, 1984

Postemergence Broadleaf Weed Control in Barley

Postemergence Broadleaf Weed Control in Barley

Experiments were conducted from 1981-1983 to determine the efficacy and phytotoxity of postemergency herbicides used to control broadleaf weeds in spring-planted barley.

Pesticide Use in Potato and Grain Production in Alaska, 1981

Pesticide Use in Potato and Grain Production in Alaska, 1981

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1983

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1983

This is the fifth publication in this formate on grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

An Evaluation of Herbicides for Broadleaf-Weed Control in Rapeseed

An Evaluation of Herbicides for Broadleaf-Weed Control in Rapeseed

This study looks at herbicides for broadleef-weed control in rapeseed.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1983

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1983

This report summarizes the vegetable variety research evaluations of the UAF Horticulture department conducted in 1983.

Forage yield and Quality of Cereals at Pt. MacKenzie

Forage yield and Quality of Cereals at Pt. MacKenzie

Cereals are an important option for forage production in the Pt. MacKenzie agricultural project area, located about 40 miles southwest of Palmer.

Waste-Management Systems for Dairy Farms in Alaska

Waste-Management Systems for Dairy Farms in Alaska

This circular discusses the issues with and strategies for waste handling in dairy farms in Alaska.

Representative Rivers: An Experimental Research Program in River Recreation Management

Representative Rivers: An Experimental Research Program in River Recreation Management

This project was initiatied to asses the present river-management situation in Alaska and to project the need for river-recreation research in order to assist the manager.

Some Foreign Potato Maladies and Domestic Pests of Potato in Alaska

Some Foreign Potato Maladies and Domestic Pests of Potato in Alaska

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1982

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1982

This is the fourth publication in this formate on grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

Fertilizing Bluejoint Hay Meadows on the Lower Kenai Peninsula

Fertilizing Bluejoint Hay Meadows on the Lower Kenai Peninsula

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1982

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1982

This report summarizes the vegetable variety research evaluations of the UAF Horticulture department conducted in 1982.

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1981

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1981

This is the third publication in this format on grain performance trials in the Tanana River Valley.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1981

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1981

This report summarizes vegetable variety evaluations from 1981.

Fertilizer and Lime Influences on Engmo Timothy Yield and Mineral Composition on the Lower Kenai Peninsula of Alaska

Fertilizer and Lime Influences on Engmo Timothy Yield and Mineral Composition on the Lower Kenai Peninsula of Alaska

This report summarizes the results of three separate experiments evaluating the effects of lime and fertilizers on forage production and chemical composition of Engmo timothy on Kachemak silk loam.

Observations on Plant and Tuber Growth of Potato in Alaska

Observations on Plant and Tuber Growth of Potato in Alaska

This report documents information gained on potatoes for the past 30 years in Alaska

A Summary of 1979 and 1980 Soil Fertility Research in the Delta-Clearwater Area of Alaska

A Summary of 1979 and 1980 Soil Fertility Research in the Delta-Clearwater Area of Alaska

In this publication, progress reports are given for several research projects involving fertilizer use and rates of application.

Participation, Preferences, and Characteristics of Outlying-Cabin Users in Alaska National Forests

Participation, Preferences, and Characteristics of Outlying-Cabin Users in Alaska National Forests

Eskimos, Reindeer, and Land

Eskimos, Reindeer, and Land

This report is based on an interdisciplinary research study undertaken to investigate the social, economic and cultural aspects of reindeer herding in northwestern Alaska.

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana Valley of Alaska 1981

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana Valley of Alaska 1981

This report summarizes performance of cereal crops in the Tanana River Valley during 1981.

Pesticide Use in Aalska, 1978

Pesticide Use in Aalska, 1978

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1980

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1980

This report summarizes vegetable variety evaluations from 1980.

Controlled Environment Agriculture--A Pilot Project

Controlled Environment Agriculture--A Pilot Project

Three Varieties of Native Alaskan Grasses for Revegetation Purposes

Three Varieties of Native Alaskan Grasses for Revegetation Purposes

The objective of these studies involved determining commercially available cultivars that would satisfy needs for ground cover at revegation sites.

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1978–1979

Performance of Cereal Crops in the Tanana River Valley of Alaska, 1978–1979

This report summarizes performance of cereal crops in the Tanana River Valley during 1978-1979

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1979

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1979

This report summarizes the vegetable variety research evaluations of the UAF Horticulture department conducted in 1979.

An Examination of a Development Rights Purchase Program For Alaska Agricultural Lands

An Examination of a Development Rights Purchase Program For Alaska Agricultural Lands

This report discusses the feasibility of an alternative means of preserving agricultural lands, namely, the public purchase of development rights from private landowners.

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1978

Summary of Vegetable Variety Trials, Fairbanks, Alaska, 1978

This report summarizes the vegetable variety research evaluations of the UAF Horticulture department conducted in 1978.

Time, Temperature, and Solar Energy Received By Crops at Palmer, Alaska

Time, Temperature, and Solar Energy Received By Crops at Palmer, Alaska

This publication presents the available accumulated data for persons who may be concerned with the climatic requirements of plants grown in the northern environment

Effects of Four Rates of Three Nitrogen Sources on Yield and Chemical Composition of Manchar Bromegrass Forage in The Matanuska Valley

Effects of Four Rates of Three Nitrogen Sources on Yield and Chemical Composition of Manchar Bromegrass Forage in The Matanuska Valley

In this publication, chemical determinations provide data showing the effects of different nitrogen sources and rates on the composition of forage produced in Alaska.

Comparison of Single and Split Applications of Ammonium Nitrate, with and without Potassium, to Bromegrass in The Matanuska Valley

Comparison of Single and Split Applications of Ammonium Nitrate, with and without Potassium, to Bromegrass in The Matanuska Valley

Presents the results of different schedules of fertilizer applications to bromegrass in the Matanuska Valley of Southcentral Alaska.

Lilies for Alaska

Lilies for Alaska

Information on growing lilies in Alaska.

Establishing a Lawn in Interior Alaska

Establishing a Lawn in Interior Alaska

Information on establishing a lawn in Interior Alaska.

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part V, An Agroeuthenics Approach to Development in Alaska

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part V, An Agroeuthenics Approach to Development in Alaska

This bulletin is one of a series that are intended to direct attention to opportunities for development of a northern agriculture.

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part IV, Reservation and Preservation of Agricultural Land in Alaska

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part IV, Reservation and Preservation of Agricultural Land in Alaska

This bulletin is one of a series that are intended to direct attention to opportunities for development of a northern agriculture.

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part III, Defining Parameters of Agricultural Potential in Alaska

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part III, Defining Parameters of Agricultural Potential in Alaska

This bulletin is one of a series that are intended to direct attention to opportunities for development of a northern agriculture.

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part II, Historical Perspectives in Alaskan Agriculture

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part II, Historical Perspectives in Alaskan Agriculture

This bulletin is one of a series that are intended to direct attention to opportunities for development of a northern agriculture.

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part I, An Agricultural Development Perspective

Creating a Northern Agriculture. Part I, An Agricultural Development Perspective

This bulletin is one of a series that are intended to direct attention to opportunities for development of a northern agriculture.

Growing-Degree Units For Selected Agricultural Locations In Alaska

Growing-Degree Units For Selected Agricultural Locations In Alaska

Solar and Net Radiation At Palmer, Alaska 1960-71

Solar and Net Radiation At Palmer, Alaska 1960-71

Solar radiation which falls upon the surface of the earth exerts a powerful influence upon many physical and biological processes.

Flame Violet: A House Plant Suitable for Alaska’s long Winter, Low Light Conditions

Flame Violet: A House Plant Suitable for Alaska’s long Winter, Low Light Conditions

Flame Violet has proven to be an excellent plan for office and home conditions in Alaska where sunlight is limited during the long winters.

Growing sweetcorn in Alaska's cool environments

Growing sweetcorn in Alaska's cool environments

An analysis of growing sweet corn in Alaska.

Polar Bromegrass: A New Winterhardy Forage For Alaska

Polar Bromegrass: A New Winterhardy Forage For Alaska

History and characteristics of polar bromegrass.

Lawn Weeds in Alaska

Lawn Weeds in Alaska

How to combat lawn weeds in Alaska.

Producing Beef for Alaska's railbelt

Producing Beef for Alaska's railbelt

A summary of expected costs and possible returns when producing beef.

Better Forage for Alaska's Dairy Industry with Particular Reference to the Matanuska Valley.

Better Forage for Alaska's Dairy Industry with Particular Reference to the Matanuska Valley.

This bulletin discusses forage crops for Alaska's dairy industry.

Some Characteristics of Anchorage and Fairbanks Households: with special reference to retail food buying

Some Characteristics of Anchorage and Fairbanks Households: with special reference to retail food buying

Retail food buying characteristics of households in Anchorage and Fairbanks.

ALASKA 114; tough-skinned main crop potato

ALASKA 114; tough-skinned main crop potato

Characteristics of Alaska 114, a tough-skinned main crop potato.

Propagation of Woody Plants by Seed

Propagation of Woody Plants by Seed

This bulletin discusses the propogation of woody plants by seed, when to sow them and general methods.

Tree Fruits for Alaska

Tree Fruits for Alaska

This bulletin defines areas in which tree fruit culture is possible in Alaska, the varieites that are desirable for planing and points out the main problems limiting fruit tree culture.

Irrigation in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Irrigation in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Irrigation in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Agriculture in Alaska

Agriculture in Alaska

Information for prospective settlers concerning agriculture in Alaska

Performance of Fifty-Five Potato Varieties in Alaska's Matanuska Valley.

Performance of Fifty-Five Potato Varieties in Alaska's Matanuska Valley.

This bulletin reports the results of potato variety trials conducted at the Matanuska Experiment Station during 1948, 1949, 1950 and 1951.

Land Occupancy, Ownership and Use on Homesteads In Alaska's Kenai Peninsula, 1955.

Land Occupancy, Ownership and Use on Homesteads In Alaska's Kenai Peninsula, 1955.

The Kenai Peninsula has been the scene of considerable post-war settlement and development. This publication covers land occupancy, ownership and use on homesteads.

Farming In Alaska

Farming In Alaska

An analysis of commercial farming in Alaska.

Gasser Wheat, A New Grain for Alaska

Gasser Wheat, A New Grain for Alaska

History and growing information on gasser wheat, a new grain for Alaska.

Getting a start in dairying in Alaska

Getting a start in dairying in Alaska

Facts to consider before you start a dairy in Alaska

Use of Native Alaskan Materials for Farm & Home Construction

Use of Native Alaskan Materials for Farm & Home Construction

Urban Use of Alaskan Farm Products

Urban Use of Alaskan Farm Products

Present & Potential Agricultural Areas in Alaska

Present & Potential Agricultural Areas in Alaska

The purpose of this publication is to bring together from many sources applicable information for the benefit of newcomers seriously interested in settling and farming.

Root Maggots in Alaska

Root Maggots in Alaska

Information on root maggots and mitigating their effects on crops.

Alaskaland Red Clover

Alaskaland Red Clover

History and growing information about Alaskaland Red Clover as a forage crop.

C14, rev. - Recommended Varieties of Field Crops for Alaska 1953-54

C14, rev. - Recommended Varieties of Field Crops for Alaska 1953-54

Results of field crop variety testing from 1953-1954

Chemical Weed Killers and Their Use

Chemical Weed Killers and Their Use

This publication contains information about weed killers, including hazards and precautions.

Farming In The Matanuska And Tanana Valleys Of Alaska

Farming In The Matanuska And Tanana Valleys Of Alaska

Notes on Marketing Perishables from Fringe Areas of Western Canada

Notes on Marketing Perishables from Fringe Areas of Western Canada

Raising Dairy Calves and Heifers in Alaska

Raising Dairy Calves and Heifers in Alaska

Raising herd replacements in Alaska is cheaper than buying them from the States. This publication discusses raises dairy calves and heifers.

Edda Barley for Alaska

Edda Barley for Alaska

The purpose of this circular is to give the origin, description and performance of Edda in comparison with those varieties commonly grown in Alaska.

Agricultural Possibilities Of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula

Agricultural Possibilities Of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula

Better Forage for Alaska: A Progress Report

Better Forage for Alaska: A Progress Report

Better forage management can increase the dairyman's profits. This publication describes recent Alaskan studies in this field.

Potato Storage in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Potato Storage in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Potatoes are an important food in Alaska. Matanuska Valley farmers can produce enough to meet the needs of the Anchorage area if the crop can be kept satisfactorily from one year to the next.

Information for the Farmer-Settler

Information for the Farmer-Settler

Information for the Farmer-Settler

Forty-seven Years of Experimental Work With Grasses and Legumes In Alaska

Forty-seven Years of Experimental Work With Grasses and Legumes In Alaska

Wintering Breeding Ewes in Alaska

Wintering Breeding Ewes in Alaska

A series of five one-year trials was outlined to determine results of wintering pregnant ewes on locally-grown roughages

Forage Crops In The Matanuska Region, Alaska

Forage Crops In The Matanuska Region, Alaska

Oat Production In Alaska

Oat Production In Alaska

The Potato in Alaska

The Potato in Alaska

Vegetable Gardening In Alaska

Vegetable Gardening In Alaska

Bulb Growing in Alaska

Bulb Growing in Alaska

The information in this circular is intended for the use of settlers and homesteaders in Alaska who are interested in the more general growing of hardy flowering bulbs in the Terrority.

Production of improved hardy strawberries for Alaska

Production of improved hardy strawberries for Alaska

A history of and how-to of growing strawberries in Alaska.

Haymaking at Kenai Experiment Station

Haymaking at Kenai Experiment Station

Haymaking at Kenai Experiment Station

Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2012

Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2012

Updated report on continued Agronomic crop testing.

Forage Crops in Alaska

Forage Crops in Alaska

Forage crops can be defined as aboveground growth (stems, leaves and sometimes seed heads and immature seeds) of plants that are gathered and fed to herbivorous, domestic animals.

The Agricultural Potential of the Middle Kuskokwim Valley

The Agricultural Potential of the Middle Kuskokwim Valley

Alaskans are concerned with the production of food. This study focuses on agricultural potential in the Middle Kuskokwim Valley

Potential Milk Production in the Point MacKenzie Area of Southcentral Alaska

Potential Milk Production in the Point MacKenzie Area of Southcentral Alaska

This report is a feasibility study on milk production in the Point MacKenzie area.

Alaska-Washington Trade Profile: Waterborne Commerce

Alaska-Washington Trade Profile: Waterborne Commerce

A discussion on waterborne commerce between Alaska and Washington

Birch Hill Park: A Case Study of Interpretive Planning

Birch Hill Park: A Case Study of Interpretive Planning

Lime Requirement Indices of Alaskan Soils

Lime Requirement Indices of Alaskan Soils

The purpose of this research was to determine the quantity of lime required to raised the initial pH of various acide soilds collected throughout the state of Alaska to a final pH of 6.5

Barley Production in the Delta-Clearwater Area of Interior Alaska

Barley Production in the Delta-Clearwater Area of Interior Alaska

Cropping systems, costs of production, yield, cost and price considerations for growing barley in the Delta-Clearwater area of Interior Alaska.

Input-Output Tables for Alaska's Economy: A First Look

Input-Output Tables for Alaska's Economy: A First Look

Alaskan Food Price Patterns

Alaskan Food Price Patterns

This bulletin reports on dairy herd improvement by crossing breeds.

Supplying Alaska's Red Meat and Poultry Markets

Supplying Alaska's Red Meat and Poultry Markets

This bulletin reports on an effort to describe an analyze red meat marketing in Alaska.

A Method for Establishing Outdoor Recreation Project Priorities in Alaska

A Method for Establishing Outdoor Recreation Project Priorities in Alaska

The object of this study is to define outdoor recreation benefits to the public and to develop a priority ranking method for proposed outdoor recreation projects.

FUELS and HEATING SYSTEMS for Alaskan homes

FUELS and HEATING SYSTEMS for Alaskan homes

Tomatoes--Varieties and Culture for Alaska Greenhouses

Tomatoes--Varieties and Culture for Alaska Greenhouses

Tomato variety trials for use in greenhouses

Dairy Herd Improvement by Introducing High Milk Production into a Herd of High Testing Cows

Dairy Herd Improvement by Introducing High Milk Production into a Herd of High Testing Cows

This bulletin reports on dairy herd improvement by crossing breeds.

Financing Alaska's Farms

Financing Alaska's Farms

This bulletin discusses analysis of financial records from 93 Alaskan farmers and credit needed to expand farms.

Alaska Farm Facts: A Compilation of Agricultural Statistics for the Years 1953 through 1957

Alaska Farm Facts: A Compilation of Agricultural Statistics for the Years 1953 through 1957

A compilation of agricultural statistics for the years 1953-1957

Golden Rain Oats for Alaska

Golden Rain Oats for Alaska

Information about growing golden rain oats in Alaska.

More Eggs from Alaska Flocks

More Eggs from Alaska Flocks

Laying hens provide a year-round income, utilize off-season labor, help build a permanent system of agriculture in Alaska.

Brief History of Cattle Breeding in Alaska

Brief History of Cattle Breeding in Alaska

Vegetable growing in Alaska

Vegetable growing in Alaska

Vegetable growing in Alaska

Subsistence sharing networks and cooperation: Kaktovik, Wainwright and Venetie, Alaska

Subsistence sharing networks and cooperation: Kaktovik, Wainwright and Venetie, Alaska

Community Report: Caribou Migration, Subsistence Hunting, and User Group Conflicts in Northwest Alaska

Community Report: Caribou Migration, Subsistence Hunting, and User Group Conflicts in Northwest Alaska

This study documented Noatak residents' traditional knowledge of caribou ecology and caribou hunting as a way of informing caribou science and wildlife management in northwestern Alaska.

Boreal Alaska - Learning, Adaptation, Production September 2012 Quarterly Report

Boreal Alaska - Learning, Adaptation, Production September 2012 Quarterly Report

Two Thousand Years of Peonies: Lessons for Alaska Peony Growers

Two Thousand Years of Peonies: Lessons for Alaska Peony Growers

History and information on the peony growing market in China.

The State of the Alaska Peony Industry 2012

The State of the Alaska Peony Industry 2012

Information on the state of the Alaska peony industry in 2012, including varieties, root sales and more.

Sustainable Livestock Production in Alaska: Workshop Report

Sustainable Livestock Production in Alaska: Workshop Report

Proceedings from the Sustainable Livestock Production in Alaska workshop, held in 2013.

List of Plant Species Present on Forest Permanent Sample Plots in Interior...

List of Plant Species Present on Forest Permanent Sample Plots in Interior...

Final Report: Germination of water sedge, Carex auatilis, and Cotton Sedge...

Final Report: Germination of water sedge, Carex auatilis, and Cotton Sedge...

Peony Research 2009

Peony Research 2009

A summary of peony research done in 2009.

Changing the forest and the trees—is it climate?

Changing the forest and the trees—is it climate?

Conversion of a Gasoline-Powered 1955 Allis Chalmers 'G' Tractor to Battery Power

Conversion of a Gasoline-Powered 1955 Allis Chalmers 'G' Tractor to Battery Power

Information on converting a tractor from gasoline to battery power.

Peonies: An Economic Background for Alaska Flower Growers

Peonies: An Economic Background for Alaska Flower Growers

Information on the economic background of growing Peonies in Alaska.

Opportunities for Woody Biomass Fuel Crops in Interior Alaska

Opportunities for Woody Biomass Fuel Crops in Interior Alaska

Information on crops that can be used as biomass fuel in Alaska

Growing Fresh Vegetables: Midnight sunlight & the Earth's warmth

Growing Fresh Vegetables: Midnight sunlight & the Earth's warmth

Information about the greenhouses in use at Chena Hot Springs Resort.

The Muskox - A New Northern Farm Animal

The Muskox - A New Northern Farm Animal

Research on muskoxen provides insight into their domestication and care and aids the development of a textile industry using their fur.

An Introduction to Harvesting and Selling Alaska Cut Flower Peonies

An Introduction to Harvesting and Selling Alaska Cut Flower Peonies

This paper was ritten to provide current and future Alaska peony growers background knowledge on harvesting and selling flowers at local and wholesale leves.

Turfgrass in the North

Turfgrass in the North

Research on sports turf and turfgrasses in Alaska.

Reindeer in Alaska: Under New Management

Reindeer in Alaska: Under New Management

Changes in reindeer herding and new management strategies for raising reindeer.

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2005

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2005

Results from annual flowering plant evaluations done in 2005.

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2005

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2005

Results from vegetable evaluations conducted in 2005.

Dragonhead Mint as a Potential Agronomic Crop for Alaska

Dragonhead Mint as a Potential Agronomic Crop for Alaska

This study investigates dragonhead mint for its potential as an ingredient in commercially sold food for wild birds.

Restaurant Interviews to Determine Demand for Baby Greens in Alaska

Restaurant Interviews to Determine Demand for Baby Greens in Alaska

This report analyzes market opportunities for baby greens in Alaska.

Cryosols and Arctic Tundra Ecosystems, Alaska

Cryosols and Arctic Tundra Ecosystems, Alaska

Information from an Arctic Tundra Ecosystem tour in 2006.

Assessing Climate Change: Did We Get it Right?

Assessing Climate Change: Did We Get it Right?

Information throughout the years of climate change research at AFES.

Managing Wild Bog Blueberry, Lingonberry, Cloudberry and Crowberry Stands in Alaska

Managing Wild Bog Blueberry, Lingonberry, Cloudberry and Crowberry Stands in Alaska

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2004

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2004

Results from annual flowering plant evaluations done in 2004.

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2004

Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2004

Results from annual vegetable evaluations done in 2004 at the Georgeson Botanical Garden

Alaska Heat

Alaska Heat

Wildland fire research & management Issues

Preparing for Wildfire: A Guide for Homeowners

Preparing for Wildfire: A Guide for Homeowners

A guide for homeowners to help prepare for wildfires

Taste is Important - Consumer Opinions about Alaska Food Products

Taste is Important - Consumer Opinions about Alaska Food Products

Information about the taste and acceptability of Alaska food products

Exotic Plants in Alaska's Parks

Exotic Plants in Alaska's Parks

Results from a survey conducted in Alaska Park Service lands throughout the state, identifying about fifty non-native plant species.

Morels: A Morsel After the Fire

Morels: A Morsel After the Fire

Information on identifying, harvesting and using morels. Check with appropriate land managers to see if permits are required for picking morels.

Checklist of Landscape Plant Materials for the Tanana Valley

Checklist of Landscape Plant Materials for the Tanana Valley

A list of landscape plants tested in cultivar trials for hardiness in Alaska.

Annual & Perennial Herb Evaluations 2004

Annual & Perennial Herb Evaluations 2004

Results from annual and perennial herb evalutions performed in 2004

Birch: White Gold in the Boreal Forest

Birch: White Gold in the Boreal Forest

Information on birch trees and how industries are being developed based on birch products.

Reindeer Roundup

Reindeer Roundup

A K-12 educator's guide to reindeer in Alaska

Reindeer Inspire New Teaching Guide

Reindeer Inspire New Teaching Guide

Information on the educator's guide to Reindeer in Alaska

Shapeshifter Carbon - a universal building block

Shapeshifter Carbon - a universal building block

A study on the behavior of carbon in northern ecosystems and effects related to warming.

Peony - a future crop for Alaska

Peony - a future crop for Alaska

Information on peonies as a potential crop for Alaska

Alaska Spinach: Savory, Succulent Salad Selection, 1999

Alaska Spinach: Savory, Succulent Salad Selection, 1999

Information on cultivars of spinach that were tested in 1998.

Alaska Research Natural Areas. 4: Big Windy Hot Springs, 1998

Alaska Research Natural Areas. 4: Big Windy Hot Springs, 1998

Information about the Big Windy Hot Springs Research Natural Area.

Caring for Black or White Spruce Christmas Trees

Caring for Black or White Spruce Christmas Trees

Information on caring for black or white spruce Christmas trees in Alaska.

Potential Effects of Carbon Dioxide-Induced Climatic Changes in Alaska

Potential Effects of Carbon Dioxide-Induced Climatic Changes in Alaska

This publication presents the proceedings of a conference at UAF on the potential effects of carbon dioxide induced climatic change in Alaska.

Utilization of native Bluejoint grass in Alaska

Utilization of native Bluejoint grass in Alaska

This report provides a background of information that can assist in assessing in a general way the potential value of native stands of this grass.

Alaska's Farm & Consumer Resources: 1963 Research Progress

Alaska's Farm & Consumer Resources: 1963 Research Progress

A progress report on the farm and consumer resources research program from 1963.

The Challenge of Circumpolar Biological Research: A report to the Rockefeller Foundation

The Challenge of Circumpolar Biological Research: A report to the Rockefeller Foundation

A report to the Rockefeller foundation on the challenges of research in the arctic.

CASH IN! On a New Late-Summer Forage Source -- Common Ryegrass -- Seeded with Early-Harvested Oats & Peas

CASH IN! On a New Late-Summer Forage Source -- Common Ryegrass -- Seeded with Early-Harvested Oats & Peas

Results of a study that looked at growing ryegrass with oats and peas as a forage source.

Fertilizer Practices for Bromegrass

Fertilizer Practices for Bromegrass

Response of bromegrass to nitrogen and to fall and spring applications of different rates of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in Alaska's Matanuska Valley

Physio-chemical environment, morphology, characterization and classifications of soils associated with black spruce in Alaska

Physio-chemical environment, morphology, characterization and classifications of soils associated with black spruce in Alaska

Physio-chemical environment, morphology, characterization and classifications of soils associated with black spruce in Alaska

Influence of Strain or Source and Generation Number on Performance of The Potato Variety Russet Norkotah 1999

Influence of Strain or Source and Generation Number on Performance of The Potato Variety Russet Norkotah 1999

Ryegrasses: An Option for an Annual Forage Crop in Alaska

Ryegrasses: An Option for an Annual Forage Crop in Alaska

Recommended Vegetable Varieties for Interior Alaska

Recommended Vegetable Varieties for Interior Alaska

This circular is a summary of recommended vegetable varieties resulted from variety trials conducted between 1978-1985.

Agronomic Crop Variety Testing in Fairbanks Alaska 1948 – 2013

Agronomic Crop Variety Testing in Fairbanks Alaska 1948 – 2013

This is a supplement to AFES Bulletin 116 on agronomic crops.

Growing under the midnight sun: Welcome to Pike's greenhouse

Growing under the midnight sun: Welcome to Pike's greenhouse

Information on the Pike's greenhouse project.

Boreal Alaska— Learning, Adaptation, Production September 2013 Quarterly Report

Boreal Alaska— Learning, Adaptation, Production September 2013 Quarterly Report

STEAMpower: Inspiring Students, Teachers, and the Public

STEAMpower: Inspiring Students, Teachers, and the Public

Information on the BAKLAP K-20 STEAM program. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Egineering and Mathematics powered with Art.

Boreal Alaska - Learning, Adaptation, Production December 2012 Quarterly Report

Boreal Alaska - Learning, Adaptation, Production December 2012 Quarterly Report

Kaktovik Sharing Project Summary Report

Kaktovik Sharing Project Summary Report

A summary report of the results of interviews done on heads of households in Kaktovik about their subsistence harvesting, sharing and cooperative relationships.

Wainwright Sharing Project Summary Report

Wainwright Sharing Project Summary Report

A summary report of the results of interviews done on heads of households in Wainwright about their subsistence harvesting, sharing and cooperative relationships.

Venetie Sharing Project Summary Report

Venetie Sharing Project Summary Report

A summary report of the results of interviews done on heads of households in Venetie about their subsistence harvesting, sharing and cooperative relationships.

The Alaska Natural Fiber Business Association: Connecting Alaska’s Fiber Community

The Alaska Natural Fiber Business Association: Connecting Alaska’s Fiber Community

Information about the Alaska Natural Fiber Business Association and how it is connecting fiber businesses across the state.

Growing Our Energy at Home: Biomass Crops in Alaska

Growing Our Energy at Home: Biomass Crops in Alaska

This publication reports on research being done on the cropping potential of crops for biomass. Specifically growing barley, canola and woody shrubs.

The 8th Circumpolar Agricultural Conference & UArctic Inaugural Food Summit

The 8th Circumpolar Agricultural Conference & UArctic Inaugural Food Summit

Proceedings from the 8th Circumpolar Agriculture Conference and University of the Arctic Inaugural Food Summit.