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Fairbanks Vegetable Variety Trials 2021

Glenna Gannon, Anja Maijala ~ Catalog # VT 2021-02 ~ Jun 18, 2022

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Palmer Vegetable Variety Trials 2020-2021

Glenna Gannon, Shannon Powers ~ Catalog # VT 2021-01 ~ Nov 18, 2021

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Vegetable Variety Trials 2020

Glenna Gannon ~ Catalog # VT 2020-01 ~ Jul 6, 2021

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Vegetable Variety Trials 2019

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

Glenna Gannon, Heidi Rader ~ Catalog # VT 2019-01 ~ Feb 19, 2020

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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 Show Less

W. J. Ebert ~ Catalog # C6 ~ Nov 19, 2019

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Testing vegetable varieties

Vegetable trials continue in Fairbanks and will expand to Matanuska Experiment Farm. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 47-1 ~ May 1, 2019

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Alaskaland Red Clover

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

H. J. Hodgson, William B. Wilder, John... ~ Catalog # C20 ~ Feb 19, 2019

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Resource Management

An AFES economist analyzes effects of resource policies and develops economic models. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 46-3 ~ Aug 1, 2018

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Vegetable Variety Trials 2018

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

Heidi Rader, Glenna Gannon, Nicole... ~ Catalog # VT 2018-01 ~ Jun 1, 2018

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Researching Reindeer

Reindeer studies and outreach support development of Alaska red meat industry. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 46-1 ~ May 1, 2018

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Conducing recreation surveys

A cost-effective approach looks at outcomes, benefits and experiences sought by visitors. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 46-2 ~ May 1, 2018

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Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2012

Updated report on continued Agronomic crop testing. Show Less

Robert M. Van Veldhuizen, Mingchu... ~ Catalog # B-116 ~ Oct 17, 2017

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

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

Chien-Lu Ping, Gary Michaelson, T.... ~ Catalog # B-117 ~ Sep 15, 2017

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Studying Dall sheep habitat

Scientists use satelitte data to analyze shrub and snowline changes in Dall sheep range. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 45-3 ~ Jul 1, 2017

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Greenhouse production

Research focuses on growing food and how lighting affects plant growth. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 45-4 ~ Jul 1, 2017

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Vegetable Variety Trials 2017

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

Heidi Rader ~ Catalog # VT 2017 - 01 ~ Jun 1, 2017

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Growing Alaska wheat

Research continues on finding the best early maturing spring wheat variety. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 45-1 ~ May 1, 2017

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Agroborealis Research Highlight: Keeping forests sustainable

Researchers study how to improve forest regeneration and adapt to climate change. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 45-2 ~ May 1, 2017

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Agronomic Crops Developed in Alaska

Information on agronomic crops developed in Alaska. Show Less

Bob Van Veldhuizen, Zhang, Mingchu,... ~ Catalog # MP 2014-01 ~ Nov 1, 2016

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

A final report on the Sharing Project which analyzed social networks of sharing and cooperation that are part of Alaska Native subsistence-cash economies and explored the potential vulnerability and resilience of Alaska rural communities to conditions of social and ecological change. Show Less

Shauna B. BurnSilver, James S.... ~ Catalog # MP 2015-02 ~ Jun 1, 2016

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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. Show Less

Gabriela Halas, Gary Kofinas ~ Catalog # MP 2015-06 ~ Dec 1, 2015

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Reindeer Recipes: Gourmet Meals Featuring Alaska's Natural Livestock

Recipes for gourmet meals featuring Reindeer. Show Less

Reindeer Research Program,... ~ Catalog # MP 2015-01 ~ Jun 1, 2015

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Post-Harvest Handling Methods for Enhanced Competitiveness of Fresh Cut Peonies: Vase Life Studies

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. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Ruth Osborne,... ~ Catalog # RPR-48 ~ Jan 1, 2015

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Post-Harvest Handling Methods for Enhanced Competitiveness of Fresh Cut Peonies: Effect of Boron and Calcium Sprays on Stem Strength of Peonies

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

Mingchu Zhang, Robert Van Veldhuisen... ~ Catalog # RPR-49 ~ Jan 1, 2015

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Annual Report: 2013

Annual report from 2013. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2013 ~ Dec 16, 2014

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

The goals of BAKLAP are to upgrade Alaska forest research facilities and management practices to improve the value of Alaska's forests in meeting rapidly expanding demand for wood biomass energy in a changing environment and to improve STEM teaching and learning outcomes by developing a model integrated K-12 curriculum based on hands-on experiences with the Alaska boreal forest through inquiry science and art. Show Less

Glenn Juday, Jan Dawe, Tom Grant ~ Catalog # MP 2014-02 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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

The goals of BAKLAP are to upgrade Alaska forest research facilities and management practices to improve the value of Alaska's forests in meeting rapidly expanding demand for wood biomass energy in a changing environment and to improve STEM teaching and learning outcomes by developing a model integrated K-12 curriculum based on hands-on experiences with the Alaska boreal forest through inquiry science and art. Show Less

Glenn Juday, Jan Dawe, Tom Grant ~ Catalog # MP 2014-03 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

Jan Dawe, Zachary Meyers, Deirdre... ~ Catalog # MP 2014-13 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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Agronomic Crop Variety Testing in Fairbanks Alaska 1948 – 2013

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

Robert M. Van Veldhuizen, Mingchu... ~ Catalog # MP 2014-06 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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Small-Scale Coriander Production in Alaska

A yield study on coriander. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # MP 2014-08 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

- ~ Catalog # MP 2014-10 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

- ~ Catalog # MP 2014-11 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

- ~ Catalog # MP 2014-12 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

Jan Rowell, Lee Coray-Ludden ~ Catalog # MP 2014-14 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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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. Show Less

Stephen Sparrow, Amanda Byrd,... ~ Catalog # MP 2014-15 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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The 8th Circumpolar Agricultural Conference & UArctic Inaugural Food Summit

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

- ~ Catalog # MP 2014-16 ~ Jun 1, 2014

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Agroborealis

STEAMpower: Inspiring Students, Teachers, and the Public; The Forest for the Trees: A Description and History of the School of Natural Resources & Extension Forest Growth and Yield Program, 1983–2014; Painting Sacred Space: Harrison Crandall and Grand Teton National Park; Circumpolar Agriculture Conference: Connecting to the Land; The Alaska Natural Fiber Business Association: Connecting Alaska’s Fiber Community; Growing Our Energy at Home: Biomass Crops in Alaska; Finding the DNA Difference; What are the implications of your research? Starting the Broader Impacts Conversation in Alaska; SNRE News & Events. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 44-1 ~ May 1, 2014

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Annual Report: 2012

Annual report from 2012. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2012 ~ Oct 31, 2013

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

The goals of BAKLAP are to upgrade Alaska forest research facilities and management practices to improve the value of Alaska's forests in meeting rapidly expanding demand for wood biomass energy in a changing environment and to improve STEM teaching and learning outcomes by developing a model integrated K-12 curriculum based on hands-on experiences with the Alaska boreal forest through inquiry science and art. Show Less

Glenn Juday, Jan Dawe ~ Catalog # MP 2013-08 ~ Oct 1, 2013

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Two Thousand Years of Peonies: Lessons for Alaska Peony Growers

History and information on the peony growing market in China. Show Less

Mingchu Zhang ~ Catalog # MP 2013-02 ~ Jun 1, 2013

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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. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Kathleen... ~ Catalog # MP 2013-03 ~ Jun 1, 2013

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Sustainable Livestock Production in Alaska: Workshop Report

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

Jan Rowell, Milan Shipka, Joshua... ~ Catalog # MP 2013-04 ~ Jun 1, 2013

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Agroborealis

Biomass and STEAM; Pedology at the Forefront of Climate Change: Typhoons, Culture, and Engineering in Taiwan; Two Thousand Years of Peonies: Lessons for Alaska Peony Growers; Livestock Systems in Alaska: New Ideas, Practices, and Possibilities; Gemsbok Gazette: An Alaskan in Namibia; Freshwater Social-ecological systems and Sustainability in Alaska; 2012 Events Roundup; Carol Lewis Retires. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 43-1 ~ May 1, 2013

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Agroborealis

The Alaska Food Policy Council; Supermarkets in Fairbanks; Homegrown Alaska: farmer profiles open the eyes of the Interior to the scope of local agriculture; Assessing food security in Fairbanks, Alaska; Recovering from an aberration: the future of Alaska's livestock; Greenhouse: a place to grow; ARS shuts the door on Alaska research; Food Day begins with a bang; Buzz Klebesadel; Fisheries and food security in Alaska; Seed libraries: seed-sharing on a community level; A guide to bumblebees of the Interior: a taxonomic key and notes on Bombus specie Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 42-1 ~ Nov 1, 2012

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Annual Report: 2010-11

Annual report from 2010-11. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2010-11 ~ Oct 31, 2012

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Shapeshifter Carbon - a universal building block

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

Doreen Fitzgerald ~ Catalog # MP 2004-09 ~ Jun 1, 2012

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

Objectives of this project are to establish and maintain a system of permanent sample plots to monitor forest growth, yield, forest health and ecological conditions/change. This publication lists species present at these sample plots. Show Less

Thomas Malone, Edmond C. Packee,... ~ Catalog # MP 2012-01 ~ Jun 1, 2012

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

The purpose of this project was to explore methods of seed germination of Carex aquatilis and Eriophorum angustifolium, the learn the conditions for germination and dormancy control mechanisms and identify seed treatments that might enhance germination for eventual use in direct-seeding or plug production for wetland revegetation. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, M. Sean... ~ Catalog # MP 2012-02 ~ May 1, 2012

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Annual Report: 2009

Annual report from 2009. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2009 ~ Jun 21, 2011

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Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2010

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # VT 2011 - 01 ~ Apr 1, 2011

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Agroborealis

AMSA: the future of arctic marine shipping; Changing the forest and the trees — is it climate? OneTree in the Tanana Valley; Forest Dynamics & Management; Alaska's food (in)security; Leafhoppers; You are my Sunshine! Reindeer market project makes history! Security of the red meat supply; Salmon and alder: gasification of low-value biomass in Alaska; Unlocking hydrocarbons from biomass; Carex spectabilis: a sedge for landscaping and revegetation in Alaska; Horace Drury: in memoriam. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 41-1 ~ Jul 1, 2010

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Peony Research 2009

A summary of peony research done in 2009. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Shannon... ~ Catalog # MP 2010-02 ~ Jun 1, 2010

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Changing the forest and the trees—is it climate?

National leaders, Alaska resource managers and rural residents are interested in learning what has caused the change in climate and how Alaska forests are changing as a result. This research discusses some answers. Show Less

Glenn Patrick Juday ~ Catalog # MP 2010-03 ~ Jun 1, 2010

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

Information on converting a tractor from gasoline to battery power. Show Less

Jeff Smeenk, Jim Ericksen ~ Catalog # MP 2010-4 ~ Jun 1, 2010

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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. Show Less

Bob Van Veldhuizen ~ Catalog # C135 ~ Feb 1, 2010

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Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2009

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # VT 2010 - 01 ~ Feb 1, 2010

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Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2009

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

Grant Matheke, Katherine... ~ Catalog # VT 2010 - 02 ~ Jan 1, 2010

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Annual Report: 2008

Annual report from 2008. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2008 ~ Nov 30, 2009

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Alaska Berries: Controlled Environment Production for Berries for Commerical Crops

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

School of Natural Resources and... ~ Catalog # MP 2009-02 ~ Jun 1, 2009

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Peonies: An Economic Background for Alaska Flower Growers

Information on the economic background of growing Peonies in Alaska. Show Less

James D. Auer, Joshua Greenberg ~ Catalog # MP 2009-08 ~ Jun 1, 2009

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Opportunities for Woody Biomass Fuel Crops in Interior Alaska

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

Robbin Garber-Slaght, Stephen... ~ Catalog # MP 2009-09 ~ Jun 1, 2009

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

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

School of Natural Resources and... ~ Catalog # MP 2009-10 ~ Jun 1, 2009

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Agroborealis

Counting on tradition: Math in a Cultural Context adds up; Log cabin building workshop: from hangar to woods; The Midnight Sun-flower; Biomass fuels: local energy, local jobs, and community resilience; How to save Old Fatihful: geyser protection areas; Two for the Peace Corps; The IPY at UAF; A sustainable PhD; Kerttula Hall dedication; James Drew: piloting agriculture; Leslie A. Viereck: infectious curiosity. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 40-1 ~ May 1, 2009

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Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2008

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # VT 2009 - 01 ~ Mar 1, 2009

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Annual Vegetable Trials 2008

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Jan Hanscom,... ~ Catalog # VT 2009 - 02 ~ Mar 1, 2009

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Annual Report: 2007

Annual report from 2007. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2007 ~ Dec 5, 2008

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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. Show Less

Deirdre Hellferich ~ Catalog # MP 2008-02 ~ Jun 1, 2008

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Turfgrass in the North

Research on sports turf and turfgrasses in Alaska. Show Less

School of Natural Resources and... ~ Catalog # MP 2008-04 ~ Jun 1, 2008

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Agroborealis

Bonita J. Neiland remembered; Biomass for biofuels: not all trees are created equal; Muskox husbandry; Boreal forest soils: nutrient cycling, microbes, and the fate of oil; Conflicting wildlife mandates; Agriculture 100 years ago: the search for self-sufficiency. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 39-2 ~ May 1, 2008

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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. Show Less

James D. Auer, Patricia S. Holloway... ~ Catalog # MP 2008-03 ~ Apr 1, 2008

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Annual Vegetable Trials 2007

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

Grant Matheke, Jan Hanscom, Patricia... ~ Catalog # VT 2008 - 02 ~ Mar 1, 2008

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Annual Herb Evaluations 2007

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

Marsha Munsell, Olga Cook, Nancy... ~ Catalog # VT 2008 - 03 ~ Mar 1, 2008

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Annual Flowering Plant Trials 2007

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant E. M.... ~ Catalog # VT 2008 - 01 ~ Jan 1, 2008

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Annual Report: 2006

Annual report from 2006. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2006 ~ Aug 31, 2007

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Agroborealis

Forage & Turf: the career of G. Allen Mitchell; Wasps: the good, the bad, and the not so bad; Dragonhead mint: it's for the birds! Coastal carbon: what's happening as the arctic coastline erodes? Muskoxen: wooly and warm in a northern fiber industry; Local herbs. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 39-1 ~ Jul 1, 2007

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Like a Tree to the Soil: a history of farming in Alaska's Tanana Valley, 1903 to 1940

A history of farming in Alaska's Tanana Valley. Show Less

Josephine E. Papp & Josie A. Phillips... ~ Catalog # Book 1 ~ Jun 1, 2007

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

This publicaiton summarizes some possible practices for managing wild berry stands in Alaska. The goal is to stimulate local experimentation with practices that have been useful elsewhere in the circumpolar North. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway ~ Catalog # MP 2007-01 ~ Jun 1, 2007

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Reindeer in Alaska: Under New Management

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

Greg Finstad ~ Catalog # MP 2007-02 ~ Jun 1, 2007

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Reproductive Management of Alaska Livestock

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

Milan P. Shipka, Janice E. Rowell ~ Catalog # C134 ~ Feb 1, 2007

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Vegetable Trials 2006

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

Grant Matheke, Jan Hanscom, Patricia... ~ Catalog # VT 2007-02 ~ Feb 1, 2007

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Herb Evaluations, 2006

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

Patricia Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # VT 2007-03 ~ Feb 1, 2007

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Aboveground Biomass Equations for the Trees of Interior Alaska

The equations in presented in this report represent a compilation of aboveground biomass data collected within interior Alaska over the past 40 years. Show Less

John Yarie, Evan Kane, Michelle Mack... ~ Catalog # B-115 ~ Jan 1, 2007

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Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2006

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Etta Gardiner,... ~ Catalog # VT 2007-01 ~ Jan 1, 2007

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Canola Quality in Alaska, 2004 and 2005 Harvests

This report contains data on seed quality and oil test results from canola harvested in 2004 from AFES and a cooperating growing in Delta. Show Less

Hans Geier ~ Catalog # RPR-47 ~ Dec 1, 2006

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Agroborealis

Green Map Fairbanks; We all depend on our forests; Forests for a richer future; Wildland fire and climate change; Fuel breaks for fire mitigation; The Muskox: a new northern farm animal? Reindeer in Alaska: under new management; Breeding a new variety of barley for Alaska; Using Alaska's hulless barley in a new food product; Seminar explores the nature of American food. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 38-2 ~ Nov 1, 2006

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Annual Report: 2005

Annual report from 2005. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2005 ~ Sep 30, 2006

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Agroborealis

Tanana Valley farming history: Fairbanks Experiment Farm, Klondike Gold Rush, Copper Center Agricultural Research Station, dairy cattle, forage supply, meat supply, horses, wood, fruit growers, potatoes, Alaska Engineering Commission; Master of the Farmall tractor: Fairbanks Experiment Farm, equipment, cats and dogs; Weeds, bones, and bees: Otto Geist, Pleistocene era, geology, beekeeping; Down on the farm: summer employment, Alaska Railroad, Fairbanks Experiment Farm, demonstration garden, tours; Reindeer meat quality: stress, pre-slaughter handling, grazing, fatty acids, consumer taste panel, meat tenderness, carcass electrical stimulation; The expert tastebud: sensory panel tasting, reindeer sausage, training panelists, important aspects of meat, description choice, value judgements, procedure, scent, reindeer stroganoff; Controlled environments: vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, high tunnels, greenhouses, Controlled Environment Agriculture Laboratory; Greenhouse tomato production: grafting, trellising, supplemental lighting, geothermal heat, fertilizer, water, nutrients, pollination; Small farm viability: efficiency, economic feasibility, direct marketing, community supported agriculture (CSA), high tunnels, Controlled Environment Agriculture Laboratory; Tea time in Southeast: wild herbs, herbal teas, dehumidifying kiln, drying schedules, plant moisture content data. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 38-1 ~ Sep 1, 2006

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Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2005

Results from annual flowering plant evaluations done in 2005. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Etta Gardiner,... ~ Catalog # C131 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2005

Results from vegetable evaluations conducted in 2005. Show Less

Grant Matheke, Etta Gardiner,... ~ Catalog # C133 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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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. Show Less

Robert Van Veldhuizen ~ Catalog # MP 2006-01 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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Restaurant Interviews to Determine Demand for Baby Greens in Alaska

This report analyzes market opportunities for baby greens in Alaska. Show Less

Roseann Leiner ~ Catalog # MP 2006-02 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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Cryosols and Arctic Tundra Ecosystems, Alaska

Information from an Arctic Tundra Ecosystem tour in 2006. Show Less

Chien-Lu Ping ~ Catalog # MP 2006-03 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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Assessing Climate Change: Did We Get it Right?

Information throughout the years of climate change research at AFES. Show Less

Glenn Patrick Juday ~ Catalog # MP 2006-05 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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2005 Potato Variety Trials in the Matanuska Valley, Alaska

Twenty-two potato varieties were tested under irrigation at the Matanuska Experiment Farm. Show Less

J. Smeenk, R. Leiner, K. Brainard, and... ~ Catalog # RPR-46 ~ Jun 1, 2006

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Wildland Fire in Alaska

A History of Organized Fire Suppression and Management in the Last Frontier Show Less

Susan K. Todd, Holly Ann Jewkes ~ Catalog # B-114 ~ Mar 1, 2006

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Annual and Perennial Herb Evaluations 2005

Results from annual and perennial herb evalutions performed in 2005. Show Less

J. Dee King, Heather Robertson,... ~ Catalog # C132 ~ Mar 1, 2006

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Cultivar Trials on Field-Grown Tomatoes

The purpose of this research was to evaluate new commercial cultivars and compare them against one of our standards in an attempt to expand the choices of outdoor-grown tomatoes for Interior Alaska. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Janice T.... ~ Catalog # RPR-45 ~ Mar 1, 2006

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

This report compiles the results from a study on visitor preferences for interpretation in the Kennecott Mill Town within Wrangell St - Elias National Park. Show Less

Stephen C. Taylor, Peter J. Fix ~ Catalog # B-113 ~ Feb 1, 2006

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Agroborealis

Revegetation in Alaska: Usibelli, seeds & topsoil, and mycorrhizae [revegetation, mycorrhizae, succession, Usibelli Coal Mine]; Assessing climate change: Did we get it right? [arctic sea ice, climate change, glacier, permafrost, taiga, tundra]; Harvesting art [art, cartooning, teaching]; Blight outbreak tests new Western Plant Diagnostic Network [potato blight fungus]; Kennecott Mill Town: Visitors and the park experience [copper, Kennecott Mill, history, mining, recreation, tourism, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park]; Centennial at the farm [Fairbanks Experiment Farm, history]; Mastering the philosophy of science: graduate student research [agency culture, marine mammals; fire fuel loads, forest types; black spruce, fire ecology, succession; Green Star program, environmentalism; lodgepole pine, non-native species introduction; birch sap; moose, GIS; moose browse production]; Ecotourism in Chile [ecotourism, recreation, tourism] Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 37-2 ~ Nov 1, 2005

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Annual Report: 2004

Annual report from 2004. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2004 ~ Sep 10, 2005

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Agroborealis

Morels: a morsel after the fire (Update: Check with appropriate land managers to see if permits are required for picking morels.) [morel mushrooms; nontimber forest products]; Students and environmental ethics: "Towards a Personal Environmental Ethic" [ethics, black howler monkey, Belize], "A Soiled Epiphany" [consumption, ethics, resource management, soil conservation], "Ripple Effect" [ethics, hunting, personal accountability, snapping turtle]; Exotic plants in Alaska's parks [exotic and invasive plants, park management]; Creativity and independent thought [education, resources management], "Avalanche knowledge, experience, and behaviors among winter backcountry users in Turnagain Pass, Alaska" [avalanche, recreation], "Can lettuce growers profitably use smaller containers for seedlings?" [greenhouse, lettuce, vegetable propagation, transplant]; Revitalizing US support for developing nations' agriculture [agriculture, foreign policy] Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 37-1 ~ Jul 1, 2005

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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. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Janice T.... ~ Catalog # RPR-44 ~ Jul 1, 2005

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Annual Vegetable Evaluations 2004

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

Zachary Baer, Lauren Esmailka,... ~ Catalog # C129 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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Annual & Perennial Herb Evaluations 2004

Results from annual and perennial herb evalutions performed in 2004. Show Less

Virginia Damron, Barbara Rondine,... ~ Catalog # C130 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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Wetlands and Wastewater - Treatment in Alaska

Information on wetlands and waste water treatment in Alaska. Show Less

School of Natural Resources &... ~ Catalog # MP 2005-02 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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Alaska Heat

Wildland fire research & management Issues Show Less

Doreen Fitzgerald, Glenn Patrick... ~ Catalog # MP 2005-03 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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Preparing for Wildfire: A Guide for Homeowners

A guide for homeowners to help prepare for wildfires Show Less

University of Alaska Fairbanks,... ~ Catalog # MP 2005-04 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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Taste is Important - Consumer Opinions about Alaska Food Products

Information about the taste and acceptability of Alaska food products Show Less

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 2005-05 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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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. Show Less

Chris McKee ~ Catalog # MP 2005-06 ~ Jun 1, 2005

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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. Show Less

Deirdre Helfferich ~ Catalog # MP 2005-07 ~ Jun 1, 2005

290k

Checklist of Landscape Plant Materials for the Tanana Valley

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Patricia J.... ~ Catalog # MP 2005-08 ~ Jun 1, 2005

349k

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

The objectives of this study were to determine the effects of different mowing treatments and N fertilizer applications on treatment year and post-treatment year bluejoint reedgrass yield, forage quality and persistence in central Alaska and to determine if fairly intensive management could be used to either control growth and reduce stands of the grass as a weed or enhance its use as a forage crop. Show Less

Stephen Sparrow, M.T. Panciera ~ Catalog # B-112 ~ Feb 1, 2005

824k

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2004

Results from annual flowering plant evaluations done in 2004. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Etta Gardiner,... ~ Catalog # C128 ~ Feb 1, 2005

5mb

Agroborealis

Fire in Interior Alaska [fire; resource management; computer modeling]; Wetlands and Wastewater Treatment in Alaska [wetlands; waste management]; Research Crops Do Double Duty [agronomy; Fairbanks Community Food Bank]; Agronomic crops for Alaska; Remembering Mike [Mike Hoyt, forest sciences]; Wilmking wins prize [forest sciences; ecology; climate change]; Preparing for wildfire: a short guide for homeowners; Fire-resistant landscaping; Who is B.O.B.? [observation technology;invasive plants; mapping; photography] Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 36-2 ~ Nov 1, 2004

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Performance of Agronomic Crop Varieties in Alaska 1978-2002

The main purpose of this publication is to provide basic information on small grain and oilseed variety testing, along with information on successful cultural practices identified by research conducted from 1978 through 2000. Show Less

Robert M. Van Veldhuizen, Charles W.... ~ Catalog # B-111 ~ Oct 1, 2004

4.3mb

Vegetable Cultivar Trials 2003

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

Grant Matheke, Jan Hanscom, Patricia... ~ Catalog # C127 ~ Oct 1, 2004

857k

Annual Report: 2003

Annual report from 2003. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2003 ~ Sep 10, 2004

6.4mb

Interpreting Feed Analysis of Alaska Forage

This circular discusses interpreting feed analysis of Alaska forage. Show Less

Thomas R. Jahns, Milan P. Shipka ~ Catalog # C126 ~ Sep 1, 2004

1.8mb

Agroborealis

Reindeer inspire new teaching guide [education, alternative livestock]; Susan Willsrud & Calypso Farm [education, sustainable agriculture]; The wildlife viewing challenge [tourism, wildlife management]; Taxonomy and evolution of Alaska birches; Birch use in the former Soviet Republics; Heavenly garden, earthly pursuits [Georgeson Botanical Garden]. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 36-1 ~ Jul 1, 2004

2.1mb

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

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

Stephen Sparrow, darleen t. masiak... ~ Catalog # C125 ~ Jun 1, 2004

498k

Birch: White Gold in the Boreal Forest

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

Deirdre Helfferich ~ Catalog # MP 2004-02 ~ Jun 1, 2004

3.9mb

Reindeer Roundup

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

Carrie Bucki, Greg Finstad, Tammy A.... ~ Catalog # MP 2004-07 ~ Jun 1, 2004

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Reindeer Inspire New Teaching Guide

Information on the educator's guide to Reindeer in Alaska Show Less

Doreen Fitzgerald ~ Catalog # MP 2004-08 ~ Jun 1, 2004

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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. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Janice T.... ~ Catalog # RPR-43 ~ Apr 1, 2004

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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. Show Less

Hans Geier ~ Catalog # RPR-42 ~ Jan 1, 2004

633k

Annual Flower Evaluations 2003

Annual flower evaluations performed in 2003. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # C124 ~ Dec 1, 2003

1.7mb

Agroborealis

Birch: white gold in the boreal forest [birch, birch syrup]; Invasive Plants in Alaska: assessment of research priorities [invasive plants management]; A Winter Delta Dig [tillage, soil]; Students Afield! Natural Resources Management 290 [field course]; Jobs for Credit [internships]; The North Jarvis Stand Conversion Project [wildfire, resources management]; Antioxidants in the North [berries, antioxidants]; Shapeshifter Carbon: a universal building block [carbon cycle, climate change, tree growth, soils, wildfire]. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 35-2 ~ Nov 1, 2003

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Peonies for Field Cut Flower Production First-Year Growth

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Janice T.... ~ Catalog # RPR-41 ~ Oct 1, 2003

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Annual Report: 2002

Annual report from 2002. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-2002 ~ Sep 1, 2003

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No-till Forage Establishment in Alaska

We assess the effectiveness of no-till forage establishment at six Alaska locations: Anchor Point, Sterling, Point MacKenzie, Palmer, Delta Junction and Fairbanks. Show Less

Stephen D. Sparrow, Michael T.... ~ Catalog # B-110 ~ Sep 1, 2003

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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. Show Less

Roseann H. Leiner ~ Catalog # C123 ~ Sep 1, 2003

333k

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. Show Less

Allen Mitchell, Ray Gavlak, Beth... ~ Catalog # RPR-40 ~ Sep 1, 2003

1.2mb

Agroborealis

 Peony--A Future Crop for Alaska? [field cut flower crop, peony]; Alternative Livestock in Alaska: Bison to Yaks [alternative livestock]; The Legacy of Aldo Leopold [land use policy, ethics]; The Wolf Control Issue [wildlife management, wolf]; Cooperative Research and Knowledge Transfer at SNRAS [Agricultural Research Service, USDA, Integrated Pest Management, Food Technology, Plant Germ Plasm, North and West Alaska Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU), Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies, Regional Resilience and Adaptation]; 2002/2003 SNRAS Graduates and Senior Theses [summaries]; Permafrost and Ponds [climate change, climate warming, permafrost, lake level changes, remote sensing, GIS]. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 35-1 ~ Jul 1, 2003

34.4mb

Peony - a future crop for Alaska

Information on peonies as a potential crop for Alaska Show Less

Doreen Fitzgerald ~ Catalog # MP 2004-01 ~ Jun 1, 2003

2.4mb

Annual Flowering Plant Evaluations 2002

Results from annual flower evaluations done in 2002. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # C122 ~ Dec 1, 2002

7.1mb

Agroborealis

Perceptual geography [sense of place, high plains]; Hands-on science education [GLOBE, elementary school teacher training]; Fresh raspberries in March [greenhouse production]; Computer modeling: fire, climate, and the boreal forest [wildfire, forest fires, climate change]; Research [summaries]: USDA Agricultural Research Service, Forest Sciences, Geography, Resources Management, Plant, Animal, and Soil Sciences.Publications list for 2001; Faculty Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 34-2 ~ Nov 5, 2002

968k

Agroborealis

Reindeer research, intensive management may be key [caribou]; Palmer Research Center [devil's club, improving turfgrasses, leafy greens, Palmer laboratories]; Northern exposure for hoppers [grasshopper research]; Fairbanks Experiment Farm; Georgeson botanical Garden; Taiga ecology [boreal forest]; Trip to Iceland [Fourth Circumpolar Agricultural Conference]; Field trip to Hawaii; News and notes: new staff, student awards, faculty news and grants, Women in Agriculture Award [Mary Andrews; Tribute to Marsha Melton. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 34-1 ~ Jul 1, 2002

7.7mb

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. Show Less

Raymond G. Gavlak, Beth A. Hall ~ Catalog # RPR-39 ~ Jun 1, 2002

92.3mb

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

This report presents the results of a survey of soils and vegetation along the Trans Alaska Pipeline System right-of-way from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, Alaska. Show Less

Jay D. McKendrick ~ Catalog # B-109 ~ Jan 1, 2002

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The Alaska Public Land Planning Directory, 2001

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

Susan Todd ~ Catalog # MP 2001-01 ~ Dec 1, 2001

Reforestation Needs and Opportunities for Carbon Sequestration in Alaska

Proceedings from the Alaska Reforestation Council, May 2001 workshop Show Less

University of Alaska, Fairbanks.... ~ Catalog # MP 2001-02 ~ Dec 1, 2001

3.2mb

Agroborealis

Faculty profiles; Research achievements: Plant, Animal, ad Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management, Geography, Agricultural Research Service; Faculty publications [Publication list for 2000]; FY01 research funding; Financial Statement. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 33-2 ~ Jul 1, 2001

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Influence of strain or source and generation number on performance of the potato variety Russet Norkotah, 2000

Donald E. Carling, Gregg Terry ~ Catalog # RPR-38 ~ Jun 1, 2001

637k

Agroborealis

Inventory of grasses along the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, 1999; Boreal Alkaligrass (Puccinellia borealis), is this the one? [tundra revegetation]; Implementation of silvicultural systems for Alaska's Northern Forest; Innovative ways of implementing global change education in K-12 classrooms; UA President mark Hamilton on education and agriculture; SALRM 2001 graduates; 2001 scholarship recipients; News and notes: Women in Agriculture Award [Kathy Burton] Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 33-1 ~ May 1, 2001

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Annual Flower Evaluations 2000

Results from annual flower evaluations done in 2000. Show Less

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke... ~ Catalog # C119 ~ Jan 1, 2001

Floodplain Forests Along the Tanana River, Interior Alaska

Audrey J. Magoun, Frederick C. Dean... ~ Catalog # MP 2000-03 ~ Dec 1, 2000

3.7mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Can mulch mats help regenerate beetle-killed spruce forests?; Faculty profiles; Plant, animal, and soil sciences research; Forest sciences research; Resources management research; Faculty publications [Publications list for 1999] FY00 research funding; Financial statement; Dean Husby retires [Fred Husby]; News and notes; Wallace retires [Carolyne Wallace]. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 32-2 ~ Jul 1, 2000

5.4mb

Agroborealis

Planting trees in the Aleutians; Climate change and growth of white spruce in South-Central Alaska; Northern tansy mustard fills a niche; Silviculture systems for Alaska's Northern Forest; Wavelength-selective mulches and tomato production in Fairbanks, Alaska; Musk ox, historical industry looks toward the future; Hey, I thought I say Rudolph in the hallway! [reindeer program educational outreach]; What Next? Agenda for Alaska agriculture in the 21st Century; Historical perspective, Delta ag project [agriculture history]; What's a grower to do? [essay]; 1999 Alaska women in agriculture [Patricia Fellman, Marsha Melton]; SALRM student news; Faculty news. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 32-1 ~ May 1, 2000

26.9mb

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.

This report summarizes experiments with different species, types and cultivars of ryegrass. Experiments were conducted to determine growth habits, productivity, digestibility and other characteristics of herbage, responses to management options and grazing preferences with dairy stock. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-108 ~ Feb 1, 2000

3.6mb

Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1999

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

D. E. Carling ~ Catalog # C118 ~ Feb 1, 2000

3.1mb

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

This study reports on a second year evaluation of ten different sources of Russet Norkotah potatoes, three of which are products of thes train selection program at Colorado State University. The reamining seven sources are of different origin and generation number but claim no special distinction from the parent strain. Show Less

Donald E. Carling ~ Catalog # RPR-37 ~ Feb 1, 2000

Rural Sanitation and Participatory Research in an Interior Alaska Village

Gigi Berardi, Shannon Donnelly ~ Catalog # MP 1999-07 ~ Dec 1, 1999

23.4mb

Annual Flower Plant Evaluations 1999

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

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # C117 ~ Nov 1, 1999

771k

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. Show Less

A.K. Prichard, G.L. Finstad ~ Catalog # C116 ~ Oct 1, 1999

5.7mb

Alaska Hot Dogs: Our Dogs Are Top Dogs

Information on hot dogs produced in Alaska. Show Less

Carol E. Lewis, Hans Geier ~ Catalog # MP 1999-06 ~ Oct 1, 1999

13.3mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Constructed wetlands for treating wastewater [sewage treatment]; faculty profile; Research achievements: Plant, Animal and Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management;Publications list for 1998; FY 99 research funding; Achievements, activities, news. [Mary Boyd and Kith Magoon retire; Milan Shipka joins faculty. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 31-2 ~ Aug 1, 1999

328k

Alaska Spinach: Savory, Succulent Salad Selection, 1999

Information on cultivars of spinach that were tested in 1998. Show Less

Carol E. Lewis, Pat Holloway, Grant... ~ Catalog # MP 1999-05 ~ Jun 1, 1999

1.2mb

Agroborealis

Wetlands and botanical gardens, an educational opportunity; Educational outreach at the Georgeson Botanical Garden; A day at the Georgeson Botanical Garden; Third Circumpolar Agricultural Conference was in Anchorage; AFES hosts FFA students, a partnership for agriscience education; The GLOBE Program: Global learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment; Bonanza Creek Schoolyard LTER [long term ecological research program]; Distance [education] delivery, SALRM reaches out; Reindeer for education and research; Initial forest stand density and wood quality, a preliminary report [Alaska's Northern Forest]; Arctic tundra recovery from crude oil after 24 years, Prudhoe Bay [oil pollution]; Wildlife and vegetation find habitat niches in oil field gravel pad; New: 1998 Woman in Agriculture Award [Evelyn Bush], forestry curriculum, Dr. Susan Todd chairs UAF trails committee; Dr. Charlie Knight recognized. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 31-1 ~ May 1, 1999

1.8mb

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

This report summarizes a two-year study of dairy cow grazing preferences among seven perennial grasses at various times during the growing season conducted at the Matanuska Research Farm. Other factors documented were herbage yields, digestibility, winterhardiness and persistence of grasses. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-107 ~ Feb 1, 1999

4.4mb

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. Show Less

D. E. Carling, M. A. Boyd ~ Catalog # C115 ~ Feb 1, 1999

Alaska Heat: Salsa Can be a Hot Alaska Product

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 1999-01 ~ Feb 1, 1999

Alaska Tomatoes: Tempting, Tantalizing, Tundra Treats

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 1999-02 ~ Feb 1, 1999

Alaska Barley Trailcakes: Barley's Not Just For Animal Feed Anymore

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 1999-03 ~ Feb 1, 1999

Alaska Grown Russet Potatoes: Alaska Consumers Say "Thumbs Up"

Carol E. Lewis, Pat Holloway, Sharon... ~ Catalog # MP 1999-04 ~ Feb 1, 1999

3.6mb

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

This study reports on a preliminary evaluation of ten different sources of Russet Norkotah potatoes, three of which are products of thes train selection program at Colorado State University. The reamining seven sources are of different origin and generation number but claim no special distinction from the parent strain. Show Less

Donald E. Carling ~ Catalog # RPR-36 ~ Feb 1, 1999

7.9mb

Perennial Plant Trials at the Georgeson Botanical Garden

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

Patricia S. Pat Holloway... ~ Catalog # C114 ~ Dec 1, 1998

2.5mb

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

Several management variables in the seeding year and on established bromegrass were evaluated for their effects on heading, on other components of yield and on seed production in five experiments at the Matanuska Research Farm. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-106 ~ Oct 1, 1998

How Sweet It Is!: Alaska Carrots Certainly Are

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 1998-03 ~ Sep 1, 1998

A Taste of Honey: Alaska's Flavorful Gold

Carol E. Lewis ~ Catalog # MP 1998-04 ~ Sep 1, 1998

12.9mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Honeybees tested as pollinators; Faculty profiles; AFES-celebrating 100 years of agricultural research in Alaska; Palmer station hosts 2nd Agriculture Appreciation Day as part of the AFES centennial Celebration; Research achievements: Plant, Animal, and Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management;Publications list for 1997; Financial Statement; FY98 research funding; Achievements, activities, news. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 30-2 ~ Jul 1, 1998

1.1mb

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

Information about the Big Windy Hot Springs Research Natural Area. Show Less

Glenn Patrick Juday ~ Catalog # MP 1998-01 ~ Jun 1, 1998

4mb

Agroborealis

[History]100 years of agricultural research in Alaska; Alaska's first agricultural experiment station: Sitka, 1898-1931; Kodiak Station; Kenai Station, Rampart Agricultural Experiment Station, 1900-1925; Copper Center Station; Fairbanks Station; Matanuska Station; Palmer Research Center; Charles christian georgeson; George T. Gasser; Last frontier's sweet nectar: strawberries; Alaska's reindeer industry; Alaska's agriculture; Alaska Agricultural Experiment Stations transfer to college; News: 1997 Alaska woman in agriculture [Ileen Hollembaek], [obituary] Arvo Kallio, 1917-1997. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 30-1 ~ May 1, 1998

Nitrogen Requirements for Greenhouse Produced Lettuce Seedlings

Donald Carling, June E. Muniz ~ Catalog # MP 1998-02 ~ May 1, 1998

5.6mb

Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1997

Patricia S. Pat Holloway... ~ Catalog # C113 ~ Mar 1, 1998

7.3mb

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. Show Less

D. E. Carling, M. A. Boyd ~ Catalog # C112 ~ Jan 1, 1998

5.8mb

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1997

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

James L. Walworth, Stephen Dofing M.,... ~ Catalog # C111 ~ Nov 1, 1997

2.4mb

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

This report (a) summarizes the characteristics of timothy as a forage species, (b) reviews briefly the history of its use in the U.S., and the history of timothy evaluations and culture in Alaska, © compares winter hardiness of alpine timothy with common timothy, (d) compares physiological and morphological characteristics of timothy culitvars from widely divergent latitudinal origins and relates those characteristics to winter survivle, (e) comapres planing dates and different seeding-year harvest dates for seeding-year forage production and effects on subsequent winter survival and productivity and (f) evaluates forage production of established timothy under a broad array of harvest shcedules and frequencies and compares the effects of those harvest treatments on subsequent winter survive and first-cut forage yield in the following year. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-105 ~ Oct 1, 1997

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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

The objectives of this study were to compare several schedules and frequencies of forage harvest of smooth bromegrass for distribution of forage yields and total productivity in the year of differential harvests, for percent crude protein in herbage in the various cuttings and for yields of crude protein and for determining rates of growth during the growing season. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-104 ~ Sep 1, 1997

11.4mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) State of the station, school address; Researchers develop a megatransect [remote sensing, global climate change]; Plants that weren't tough enough [inadequate snow cover, winterkill, Georgeson Botanical Garden]; Research achievements: Plant, Animal, and Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management;Publications list for 1996; FY97 research funding; financial statement; professional staff profile; Achievements, activities, news; Retirements [K. C. Christianson, Bob Schlentner; J. Stephen Lay, Don Brainard, Warren Fiscus]. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 29-2 ~ Jul 1, 1997

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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. Show Less

Donald E. Carling, M. A. Boyd ~ Catalog # C110 ~ Jun 1, 1997

13.7mb

Agroborealis

Accredited: forest science department; Resource managers gather info [Geographic Information Systems (GIS)]; Using GIS to solve problems for Alaska [Geographic Information Systems]; Arctic tundra revegetation; Remote satellite spectral analysis in Bosnia i Hercegovina; Assessing Bosnia forest damage using remote satellite sensing; Restoring spruce beetle-impacted forests in Alaska [effects of the spruce beetle (Dendroctonus rufipennis)]; Rejuvenating the land, converting mined lands to thriving ecological communities; Tundra plant succession and vascular plant species diversity; Bioremediation of petroleum-contaminated soil using fish bonemeal [oil pollution, polluted soil]; Characteristics of permafrost soils along a latitudinal transect in arctic Alaska; Wetlands could hold the answer [sewage treatment]; Faculty, students, and alumni in the news. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 29-1 ~ May 1, 1997

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Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations, 1996

Results of annual flower and perennial landscape plants from 1996. Show Less

Pat Wagnerricia, Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # C109 ~ Mar 1, 1997

Community & Economic Profile for the Villages of Grayling, Anvik Shageluk, and Holy Cross

Hans Geier, Carol Lewis, Joshua... ~ Catalog # MP 1997-01 ~ Jan 1, 1997

246k

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska, 1996

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

Stephen Dofing M., James L. Walworth,... ~ Catalog # C108 ~ Dec 1, 1996

11.9mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Propagating Asiatic hybrid lilies; Researchers judge science fairs; Establishing Alaska wildflower meadows; Research achievements: Plant, Animal and Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management;Publications list for 1995; FY 96 research funding; Financial statement; Young masters two programs [Christina Young]; Achievements, activities, news. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 28-2 ~ Jul 1, 1996

21.8mb

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

This report summarizes five primarily exploratory experiments conducted at the Matanuska Research Farm. The problem addressed was the rapid decline in Polar bromegrass seed yields with each year of production. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-103 ~ Jun 1, 1996

11.6mb

Agroborealis

AFES notes [Dr. Fredric Husby acting dean, Dr. Allen Mitchell acting director, SALRM supports PBS Alaska One]; Yes alaska, agriculture is viable in Delta Junction; Station research at work in Delta Junction, Alaska; Experiment Station yields results; Agronomist discusses nitrogen fixation; Who wants to weed anyway [grass clipping mulch]; Agronomic crops for interior Alaska; Technology improves Palmer's laboratory research capabilities [Palmer Research Center]; Brewing up an Alaska crop, graduate student, researchers try growing hops; NRM 310, agricultural concepts [marketing, carrots]; NRM 453, students learn to harvest [and] use forest for products; Want to farm in Alaska?, Advice from someone who's doing it; Dr. Bonita J. Neiland, professor emeritus, reflects on professional accomplishments; Dave Liebersbach, Class of '88; Honoring Alaska's 1995 women in Agriculture [Jeannette Braiser, Joanne Marie Mosesian, Edna Anderson]; People, news and happenings. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 28-1 ~ May 1, 1996

Head Lettuce Variety Performance, Matanuska Valley, Alaska 1995

Donald E. Carling, Stephen M. Dofing,... ~ Catalog # C106 ~ May 1, 1996

59.8mb

Annual Flower & Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1995

Annual flower and perennial landscape plant evaluation results from 1995. Show Less

Pat Wagnerricia, Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # C105 ~ Feb 1, 1996

84k

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. Show Less

Kirsten Randall, Stephen M. Dofing,... ~ Catalog # RPR-35 ~ Feb 1, 1996

263k

Identifying Alkaloids in Alaska Lupinus with reference to crooked calf disease

Crooked calf disease is a skeletal deformity in calves. This study looks at alkaloids in Alaska lupinus if cows eat it during days 40 and 70 of gestation. Show Less

Ray Grover Jr., Lyle A. Renecker,... ~ Catalog # C104 ~ Sep 1, 1995

14.2mb

Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Harvesting a career, dean and director retires after 20 [years] [Dr. James V. Drew]; Reflections, Dr. Drew shares thoughts on agricultural development, views on Alaska's resources; Good-bye! Van Cleve, Hartman retire [Dr. Keith Van Cleve; Chick Hartman]; A matter of taste [consumer marketing, sensory testing, NRM 310, honey, carrots, barley pancakes, salsa; Research achievements: Plant, Animal, and Soil Sciences, Forest Sciences, Resources Management;Publications list for 1994; FY95 research funding; Financial Statement; Professional staff; Notes (achievements, activities, news). Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 27-2 ~ Aug 1, 1995

10.7mb

Agroborealis

Editor's Comments (surveying readers); News [USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) closes; Delta bison herd conflict; NRM 215 [plant propagation]; Air layerings, division tips [plant propagation]; Dreams of helping Jonnie grow [gardening nurtures minds, Georgeson Botanical Garden, children and gardening]; Northern belle exudes southern charm, Carolyne Wallace administers SALRM's office for 23 years; coordinator enrolls people skills to enhance student retention [student recruiter, Barbara Pierson]; SALRM welcomes new, returning students; SALRM students plant Senator Murkowski's tree of honor; AFES honors women in Agriculture [Lois M. Lintelman, Cyndie Warbelow-Tack; Suus Vanderweele]; AFES research farm open house in Delta Junction; Highlights and happenings; Undergrad never gives up [Jeanne Pigors]; Graduate student strives to quench his knowledge thirst [Tim Hammond]; In memoriam: Dr. Roscoe Taylor. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 27-1 ~ Jul 1, 1995

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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. Show Less

D.E. Carlig, J.L. Walworth, J.S. Conn... ~ Catalog # RPR-34 ~ Jul 1, 1995

18mb

Northern Forest Silviculture And Management

Edmond C. Packee, University of... ~ Catalog # MP 1995-01 ~ Jun 1, 1995

9.3mb

Developing Site-Specific Forest Renewal Prescriptions and the Biology of Lodge pole Pine Towards its Northern Limit

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # MP 1995-02 ~ Jun 1, 1995

653k

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

This circular reports on results from two studies: 1) a study conducted at the AFES facility in Palmer which specifically assessed the use of whole canola seed as an alternative fat source and 2) an on-farm study conducted near Delta Junction which compared the performance of cows fed canola and non-canola diets in a commercial production situation. Show Less

Kirsten Randall, Stephen Dofing,... ~ Catalog # C101 ~ May 1, 1995

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Potato Variety Performance Alaska 1994

A yield trial in which 44 named varieties and one numbered selection of potatoes were compared was conducted during the 1994 growing season at the Matanuska Research Farm. Show Less

D.E. Carling and P.C. Kroenung ~ Catalog # C103 ~ May 1, 1995

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Annual Flower & Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1994

Results from annual flower and perennial landscape plant evaluations in 1994. Show Less

Pat Wagnerricia, Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # C102 ~ Feb 1, 1995

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Reindeer Calf Productivity and Survival On The Seward Peninsula, Alaska

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

Cheryl-Lesley B. Chetkiewicz, Lyle... ~ Catalog # C100 ~ Nov 1, 1994

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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

Effects of different annual harvest schedules and frequences on on several cultivars and strains of bromegrass were measured in five field experiments at the Matanuska Research Farm. Most cultivars evaluated and compared were smooth bromegrass. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-102 ~ Oct 1, 1994

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Producing and processing reindeer velvet antler

This circular discusses the processing of reindeer antler velvet. Show Less

Ray Grover Jr.., B.A., Lyle A.... ~ Catalog # C99 ~ Oct 1, 1994

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Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Biodiversity [forest management]; Remembering Dr. Frank Wooding; SALRM alumni; [Alaska] Interior has fertile agriculture history; flowering future; Research summaries for: Plant, animal, and soil sciences, forest sciences, and resources management.Publications list for 1993. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 26-2 ~ Aug 1, 1994

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

This study consisted of four separate field experiments, each of six years duration, conducted at the Matanuska Research Farm. Objectives were to compare winterhardiness, forage productivity and general persistence of introduced grass and legume species, strains and cultivars from various world sources with Alaska-developed cultivars and native Alaskan species. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-101 ~ Aug 1, 1994

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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

The objectives of this investigation were to compare certain traditional forage grasses with several native Alaskan grass species for forage yield, forage quality as measured by percent crude prtein and digestibility and comparative winterhardiness in three separate exerpiments. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-99 ~ Jul 1, 1994

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Agroborealis

Dean reports on school's strategic plan, focus; Associate dean discusses new research, new methods, new tools; Back to the farm [researchers...take experiments to the people]; CO2, better in the Arctic?; Cochrans work, play, stay together [Verlan Cochran, Diana Cochran]; Scientist harnesses dog power [Jeff Conn]; Southeast alaska's temperate rainforests; Understanding natural disturbance regimes helps forest managers make sound management decisions; doctoral candidate vows to make a difference [Robert Ott]; Researchers probe Hagemeister Island reindeer die-off of 1991; Alaska, don't kill the goose that lays the golden egg [outdoor recreation, nonresident tourism]; Examining a part of the forest ecosystem puzzle [boreal forest, alder and white spruce]; Art meets science [Darleen Masiak]; Students ask questions, question all answers [Natural Resource Management 495, bioregionalism]; Profiles [Birgit Njastad, Greg Robbe; AFES notes; Delta Junction field day. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 26-1 ~ Jun 1, 1994

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

This report summarizes eight experiments with sweetclover. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-98 ~ Jun 1, 1994

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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. Show Less

D. E. Carling, P. C. Kroenung ~ Catalog # C97 ~ May 1, 1994

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Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1993

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

Pat Wagnerricia, Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # C98 ~ May 1, 1994

Potential of Metam Sodium as an Herbicide for Use by vegetable Growers in Alaska

D.E. Carlig, J.L. Walworth, J.S. Conn... ~ Catalog # RPR-33 ~ May 1, 1994

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

A study on rates and methods of aplication of nitrogen and phosphorus for commercial field production of head lettuce in Alaska. Show Less

James L. Walworth, Donald E. Carling,... ~ Catalog # B-100 ~ Apr 1, 1994

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Wildflower Seed Mixes for Interior Alaska

The objectives of this research were to characterize six native and non-native wildflower seed mixes sold in Alaska in terms of seed germination, flowering dates, winter survival and public acceptability Show Less

Ouina C. Rutledge, Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # RPR-31 ~ Feb 1, 1994

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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. Show Less

C. W. Knight ~ Catalog # RPR-32 ~ Feb 1, 1994

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Use of Alaska-Grown Whole-Seed Canola In Dairy Cattle Diets: Year 1

Kirsten Randall, Stephen M. Dofing,... ~ Catalog # RPR-30 ~ Jan 1, 1994

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Bromegrass in Alaska. III. Effects of Planting Dates, and Time of Seeding-Year Harvest, on Seeding-Year Forage Yields and Quality, Winter Survival, and Second-Year Spring Forage Yield

The objectives of this study were to determine yields and quality of forage that could be obtained in the seeding year from smooth bromegrass seeded in spring without a cereal companion crop and determine whether planting dates and date of the seeding-year harvest influenced subsequent winter survival and forage yield in the following year. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-96 ~ Dec 1, 1993

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

This report summarizes eight field experiments involving both native and introduced wildrye grasses conducted over a span of several years at the Matanuska Research Farm. Objectives were to evaluate winterhardiness, persistence, forage yield and other aspects of agronomic performance of numerous strains within several species of wildrye, asses their potential for forage use or conservation seedlings in Alaska and determine the effects on Siberian wildrye of seeding-year management options on seeding-year forage production, subsequent winter survival and on second-year forage production. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-97 ~ Dec 1, 1993

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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

This investigation consisted of both an outdoor experiment and one conducted indoors in controlled-environment chanbers. Objectives were to determine during late-summer/autumn the effects of the changing daily light/dark pattern and seasonally lowering temperatures on pre-winter behavior of sweetclover. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-95 ~ Nov 1, 1993

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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

The objectives of this study, consisting of two separate but similar experiments, were to compare winter hardiness in subarctic Alaska of numerous plant species and ecotypes form various latitudinal sources and seek a better understanding of certain aspects of pre-winter physiologic changes in plants that are associated with successful or with unsuccesful winter survival in this northern area. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-94 ~ Sep 1, 1993

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Design for a Portable Reindeer Crush

This circular gives a design for a portable reindeer crush. Show Less

Greg Finstad, Lyle Renecker ~ Catalog # C94 ~ Sep 1, 1993

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. Show Less

Robert A. Dieterich ~ Catalog # C96 ~ Sep 1, 1993

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Agroborealis

U.S. rangeland technology: rehabilitating Russia's oil, gas production sites; Forest management; Impact of public trust doctrine on natural resources management; wetlands: an editorial perspective; travelers eye Alaska's scenic viewpoints; Gaia hypothesis, old questions, new forms;Publications list for 1992. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 25-1 ~ Jul 1, 1993

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Agroborealis

(Annual Report) Transmittal letter; Statement of purpose; Board of Advisors; Baked Alaska, scientist examines temperature trends; Farewell Dr. Carla Kirts; People, activities, accomplishments;1992 research review [see Vol. 25, No. 1 for 1992 publications list]; Financial Statement and Funding; Professional Staff. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 25-2 ~ Jun 30, 1993

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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. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-93 ~ May 1, 1993

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Annual Flower and Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1992

Patricia S. Holloway, Grant Matheke,... ~ Catalog # C93 ~ May 1, 1993

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Potato Variety Performance, Alaska 1992

D.E. Carling and P.C. Kroenung ~ Catalog # C95 ~ Apr 1, 1993

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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. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-92 ~ Mar 1, 1993

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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. Show Less

Stephen Dofing, Charles W. Knight,... ~ Catalog # C92 ~ Dec 1, 1992

Alaska Agricultural Tours: Chena Hot Springs Road

Carol E. Lewis, Roger W. Pearson ~ Catalog # MP 1992-03 ~ Dec 1, 1992

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

The objectives of this study were to compare, within two species of biennial sweetclover, several morphological and physiological characteristics of strains adapted to a wide range of latitutdes and to relate those characteristics to winter survival and forage production in subarctic Alaska. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-91 ~ Nov 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-89 ~ Sep 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

D.J. Helm ~ Catalog # RPR-27 ~ Sep 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

D.J. Helm ~ Catalog # RPR-28 ~ Sep 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Stephen D. Sparrow, Jeffrey S. Conn... ~ Catalog # RPR-29 ~ Sep 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel, D. J. Helm ~ Catalog # B-88 ~ Jul 1, 1992

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Congenital Defects in Reindeer: A Production Issue

This circular discusses congenital defents in reindeer. Show Less

Lyle A. Renecker, John E. Blake ~ Catalog # C87 ~ Jul 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Meriam G. Karlsson, Jeffrey W.... ~ Catalog # C90 ~ Jul 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Meriam G. Karlsson, Jeffrey W. Werner... ~ Catalog # C91 ~ Jul 1, 1992

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Annual Report: 1991

Annual report from 1991. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # AES-1991 ~ Jun 1, 1992

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

Objectives were to compare under intensive utilization (high fertility, four harvests per year, supplemental irrigation), total forage production, seasonal distribution and winter hardiness among 12 subarctic-adapted and three mid-temperate-adapted straings of Kentucky bluegrass. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-90 ~ Jun 1, 1992

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

This report summarizes seven separate field expierments conducted over more than two decades at the Matanuska Research Farm, that compared strains within three bromegrass species for winter hardiness and forage production. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel, D. J. Helm ~ Catalog # B-87 ~ May 1, 1992

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Perennial Landscape Plant Evaluations 1991

The purpose of this research is to identify hardy perennials capable of surviving in subarctic environments; to evaluate the ornamental potential of these plants; and to fulfill a growing demand for information on hardy landscape plant materials by home owners, commerical growers and landscapers. Show Less

Pat Wagnerricia J., Patricia S.... ~ Catalog # C88 ~ May 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Donald E. Carling, Wayne Vandre, P. C.... ~ Catalog # C89 ~ May 1, 1992

Why Do We Farm in Alaska?

Barbara E. Greene ~ Catalog # MP 1992-02 ~ May 1, 1992

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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. Show Less

Bill Thompson, Robert Dieterich,... ~ Catalog # C86 ~ Apr 1, 1992

The Reindeer Report

A report on the Reindeer research program. Show Less

Lyle A. Renecker ~ Catalog # MP 1992-01 ~ Mar 1, 1992

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Effects of Planting Date and Latitude-of-Adaptation on Seeding-Year Development, Winter Survival, and Subsequent Seed and Forage Production Potential of Grasses and Legumes in Subarctic Alaska

Observations and data are reported on grasses and legumes in subarctic Alaska. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel ~ Catalog # B-86 ~ Feb 1, 1992

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Agroborealis

Game farm management; Restructured steaks, a potential product from Alaskan reindeer; History of national forest planning; Charles Christian Georgeson, a man with a vision; Georgeson Botanical Garden; Gravel vegetation experiments, Alaska North Slope; Lessons from the Tunalik test well site No. 1, National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska; Of moose and mines; Geographic Information Systems (GIS); Models for management, megabytes for insights; On the meridian of friendship, Soviet and American scientists; Alaska Grown, implementation of a positive agricultural policy; Ping and Sharratt monitor wetlands; Publications list for 1991. Show Less

Agricultural and Forestry... ~ Catalog # 24-1 ~ Jan 1, 1992

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

The introductions evaluated in this study and future accessions of reed canarygrass from far-northern European and American sources should provide more dependably winter-hardy germplasm of this species than North American cultivars for the considerable areas of poorly drained soil and moderately acidic soils in Alaska for which most other forage or soil stabilization grass species are poorly suited. Show Less

Leslie J. Klebesadel, Stephen M.... ~ Catalog # B-84 ~ Nov 1, 1991

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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. Show Less

Stephen Dofing M., Charles W. Knight,... ~ Catalog # C85 ~ Nov 1, 1991

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

This circular discusses changes in soil testing procedures. Show Less

Gary J. Michaelson, Raymond G.... ~ Catalog # C81 ~ Oct 1, 1991

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Phone: 907-474-5211
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