Publications
This database contains a combination of circulars, books, research documents and other publications relevant to life in Alaska. You can search by publication number, topic, title, author, description and keywords. The Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension also maintains databases of publications from the Georgeson Botanical Garden and the Agriculture and Forestry Experiment Stations. For more information or questions about these publications, drop us a line!
An Alaska Gardener's Fall & Winter To-Do List
You've harvested your produce and stored it for the winter—now what? This publication provides a list of things that need to be done to prepare your garden for the winter and offers tips on how to best accomplish those tasks. There is information on removing and composting crop residues, mulching, storing garden equipment, making frost covers, storing seeds and more. Once you've put your garden to bed, there is a checklist of winter activities with information and ideas for planning next season's garden.
Expand description for An Alaska Gardener's Fall & Winter To-Do ListPublication HGA-00429
This 12-page publication outlines everything you need to know to compost successfully in Alaska. Learn the difference between hot and cold composting, how to build and manage a compost pile, and how to use feedstocks and bulking agents. You'll also find a variety of compost recipes, including using spent grains, ideas for composting structures and a list of useful tools and frequently asked questions.
Expand description for Composting in AlaskaPublication HGA-01027
This publication tells how to create compost at home with little more than a container, earthworms and household waste. There is detailed information on properly preparing and maintaining a worm box, what sort of waste to add or avoid adding, monitoring moisture levels, feeding, harvesting the castings and more. A section on troubleshooting deals with overfeeding, insect pests and air circulation.
Expand description for Composting with WormsPublication HGA-01020
The Compost Heap: Basic Composting in Alaska
Composting is a great way to add nutrients to a garden while recycling table scraps and yard waste. Alaska's short, relatively cool summers can make proper composting a challenge, but one can take steps to hasten the process and ensure a healthy soil mixture is added to the garden. This publication covers the most efficient ways to achieve effective composting in Alaska.
Expand description for The Compost Heap: Basic Composting in AlaskaPublication HGA-01022
