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Show r T' I V Page 14 - UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. November 13. 1991 Extension Center. Proposal will create small business development ctr The Uintah Basin Applied Technology Center and the Duchesne Area Economic Development Center, under the Duchesne County Area Chamber of Commerce, recently submitted two proposals to be considered to assist economic development in the region. The first request is to receive funding from the state legislature under the Community and Economic Development Division to establish a Small Business Development Center. The purpose of the center would be to provide expertise and technical training to small businesses to assure their success. Training and seminars would also be provided such as training businessmen how to develop a small business plan as well as manage financial records. The program would be located at the UBATC facilities in Roosevelt and Vernal. Training programs and assistance would be available from tiie director of the program as well as expertise and training from the Uintah Basin Applied Technology Center and Utah State University Another proposal was submitted to a national based date remote company who is considering a Utah site to locate. They will need bout 100 workers to start, but the company is concerned about finding the necessary labor in the rural areas. "We are excited about being involved in trying to expand the diversity of the economic base and hopefully expand some job opportunities for residents in the areas," states Mark Rose, superintendent of the UBATC. "There are some opportunities in economic development and we are looking forward to being involved," adds Rose. (Crop Report GOODBYE BOILER--Th- c last bits and pieces of old Roosevelt Elementary School were auctioned up some bargains. olT Friday, November 8. People crowded the area to pick Horticulturist says now is the time to plant bulbs for spring They may not run by electricity, but come late winter when they poke their heads through the enow, these bulbs send out a light of their own. The bursting blossoms from bulbs in spring gardens are a rejuvenating sight after the doldrums of winter, but their flowering does not come by chance. They must be planted now to enjoy them next spring, Said Larry A. Sagers, USU Extension horticulturist "Spring flowering bulbs should be included in all landscapes, Sagers said. "Most gardeners are aware of daffodils, tulips and hyacinths, but then are many additional blossoms that can be enjoyed from planting bulbs. When choosing bulbs, Sagers said to consider using alliums. They are one of the most common, most useful, sometimes trouble-san- e members of the onion family. Common cooking onions are thought to be among the first cultivated plants. "Garlic has been prized since ancient times for its pungent flavor and mCdidfnal quality," he said. "Itv-i- s also best planted in the fall. He said not all members of the onion family are as welcome in the garden. Wild garlic, or wild onion, are often troublesome weeds and . toxic to livestock. "Fortunately, there are many other members of teh onion family including the alliums that are useful in landscape situations, he said. Alliums first gained favor about the middle of the 19th century. They are available in a variety of heights ranging form two to three inches up to four feet. The blossom size ranges from one half inch to more than eight inches in diameter, he said. The plants bloom in May or June and in most species, produce a round globe shaped cluster of flowers. Among the most popular is the giant allium. These dense lilac covered flowers are best planted in clusters of ten or more. New varieties this year include Lucy Ball, named for the late Lucille Ball, and Purple Sensation, he Baid. There are at least ten other widely cultivated species of alliums. Most are sold by the Latin names and have no recognizable common names. Many of these are available at load nurseries and are excellent choices to plant this fall, he said. In addition, Sagers said there are many other minor bulbs that also do well when planted in the fall. These include the crocus, iris, reticulate (Dutch Iris), blue bells and squills and some of the smaller species of tulips and daffodils. These have smaller flowers, but naturalize much better. They are useful for those gardeners who want to reduce garde maintenance, he said. Sagers said all bulbs require good drainage. Gardeners with heavy clay soilB will want to plant the bulbs in raised beds or berms. Although the bulbs provide a spectacular display white blooming, their beauty is short lived. "They are rather unattractive as they grow and look even worse after the bloom is spent," he said. "Pure bulb beds are seldom the horticultural masterpieces we would like." For this reason, Sagers said they are usually planted with under-stor- y plantings of winter annuals, biennials and even perennials. "The variety and color choice of flowers is almost these endless," he said. "Desigft the color scheme and add the varieties that fit that color scheme." fall-plant- ed Volunteers are needed 36 stations reported this week; only one of these recorded measurable precipitation and three recorded a trace. The sole station report- ing precipitation was Cedar City FAA, recording 0.08 inch. The water year average is now at 101 percent of normal, compared with 80 percent of normal a year ago. Temperature nuutimums averaged approximately four degrees above normal throughout the state, and minimums approximated normal. This week, St George and Moab reported highs of 96 for the highest temperature reported, followed by Zion National Park and Hanksvilte with 95, Arches National Park 92 and Kanab with 91. Heber reported 24 degrees for the lowest minimum. Next were Silver and Morgan with 26, and Morgan, Myton, Jensen, Panguitch and Bryce Canyon National Park y with 29. The accumulation averaged 101 percent of normal, compared with y110 percent of normal a year ago. Number of days suitable for fidd work was 6.6. Sail moisture was 20 percent short, 80 percent adequate. Lake-Bright- DO THE TWIST who want to relearn the dance called have the twist, just to walk this line on the Bluebell Road. coding-degree-da- Winter wheat seeding was 81 percent complete, compared with 63 percent lcurt year, and 72 percent average. Field com was 88 percent in Volunteers are the lifeblood of dent stage. Fidd com in the maorganizations. The ture stage was 44 percent, comArthritis Foundation, Utah Chapwith 74 percent in 1990, and ter is no exception. The Chapter pared 68 percent average. Harvest for represents over 240,000 Utahns com silage was 54 percent comwith arthritis by conducting replete, 9 points below last year, and p search, special events and 15 points below average. Harvest of programs. These demand a con- com for grain was 7 percent comstant supply of people willing to 8 plete, paints below last year, and give their time and energy. 5 paints below the average. The Arthritis Foundation needs Alfalfa hay harvest was 83 volunteers in the Duchesne County complete for third cutting, percent area to assist with a variety of with 91 percent last compared r activities, including the and average of 85 peryear, fund raising, a nationally televised was 30 percent Fourth cent cutting telethon and educational p with 70 percomplete, compared programs. Additional volunteer cent in 1990, and the 55 percent opportunities an also available. Alfalfa seed harvest was Interested persons dr groups average. 68 percent complete, compared may call the Chapter toll free at with 78 percent last year, and 50 or write Arthritis average. Potato harvest is Foundation, 1733 S. 1100 E., Salt percent 57 percent complete, ahead of 36 Lake City, UT 84105. percent in 1990, and the 44 percent average. Dry onion harvest is now 64 percent complete, compared with 77 percent last year, and the 70 percent average. Pasture and range mostly good to excellent Apple harvest is 53 percent complete, compared with 34 percent last year, and 45 percent average. Cattle moved from summer range is 32 percent complete, compared with 43 percent last year, and 34 percent average.' Sheep moved from summer range is 30 percent complete, compared with 55 percent in 1990, and 40 percent average. non-prof-it self-hel- door-to-doo- self-hel- BLM Economist says that farmers must sustain agriculture Sustainable agriculture is something we can all live with, because in the long run, it is something none of us can live without, said John Ikerd, economist from the University of Missouri. During the keynote address of the 3rd annual Land Grant Days in the Eccles Center at Utah State University October 11, the economist said agricultural practices, if they are to be sustainable, must follow sound environmental principles. This means producing food and fiber without jeopardizing the quality of air, soil and water. "Ifin the process of producing the food you pollute the water, then what good have you done?" he add. More than 300 people participated in the two-da- y conference which included nearly a dozen speakers. Land Grant Days, held each year in recognition ofUSlTs role as a land grant institution, is sponsored by the Utah Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension. V. Philip Rasmussen, USU Extension soil scientist, said sustainable agriculture is like motherhood and apple pie-- its a concept nobody can oppose. "Its rosy to support, but difficult to practice, he said. The challenges for Utah farmers are the states dry climate, its high and low elevations and relatively short growing seasons. Regardless of these challenges, Rasmussen said there steps that can be taken to help maxe agriculture more sustainable in Utah. "We must sustain agriculture m seeks nominations for National Advisory Council The Department ofthe Interiors Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking nominations to fill seven seats on the National public Lands Advisory Council. The 21 member council advises the Secretary of the Interior ' through the BLM director on issues concerning national policies and programs for the management of more than 270 million acres of public lands. The council meets at least three times a year, with meeting locations usually rotated among the 11 western states where the majority of surface lands are located. Council members serve without salary, but are reimbursed by BLM for travel and per diem expenses. Under a staggered term arrangement, appointments are for 7 of the 21 members will expire on December 31. New members will be appointed for three years, beginning in January 1992 and ending in December 1994. Current council members are also eligible for reappointment All nominations should reach the BLM director no manage," BLM Director Cy Jamison said. "The members input is critical to BLMs multiple-us- e decisions and plans for the future." People nominated for membership should be well qualified through education, training, and experience, to give informed and objective advice concerning land because it sustains us, he said. One significant tool in sustainable agriculture is the reduction in tillage practices as a way of decreasing soil erosion. While it is not always passible to avoid tilling, he said new methods, utilizing deep band fertilizing and the use of bigger and better drills, have shown that farmers can stop the erosion process and still realize good productivity from the land. "Sustainable agriculture is not just a matter of preserving the land, but doing so in such manner that one can maintain productivity." he said. no-ti- ll Diane Alston, USU Extension entomology specialist, said farmers today must learn to control pests through greater diversity and less spraying- -a task that can be accomplished through more selective pesticide use. Alston said sustainable agriculture involves a good long-terapproach m to pest management This includes giving predatory pests a chance to play a greater role in natural control, the use of crop diversity so pests that favor one crop over another poee less threat, and planting crops that have been genetically manipulated for pest resistance. Larry Bond, USU Extension economist, said there is no question that in the future, farmers are going to have to comply with certain environmental restrictions. He said farmers will do themselves a greater favor if they take steps now to police themselves instead of waiting for a government agency to impose restrictions. use and resource planning issues for the public lands. People or organizations wishing to nominate individuals to the council should send biographical data that includes name, address, profession, and other relevant information about the candidates qualifications to Director (150), Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street, N.W., Washington, MS-555- D.C. 20240. The next meeting of the council is scheduled for march 18-2- 0 in Denver, Colorado. BLM-manag- later than November 15. "Our council has backgrounds as diverse as the public lands we 8, ROCK GARDEN-- A tiny horse and wagon and beautiful rocks are the highlight of a garden by a Roosevelt home. |