Arizona Poison Control uses the services of the herbarium to identify the source in cases of suspected poisoning. Horticulturalists may be looking for related plants to species that grow well in gardens. Homeowners may wish to identify weeds or rare plants or simply want advice on what plants to choose for their yards. The herbarium is located in 113 Shantz Building on the University of Arizona Campus, just southeast of the Forbes Building. Drop ins are welcome and help is provided on a first come, first served basis.
Karnal bunt is a fungal disease of wheat, which can affect the amount and quality of grain produced.
It was first discovered in Arizona in March in durum wheat seed and has since been found in other varieties. Currently Arizona wheat is quarantined and must be certified as clean before harvested grain can be moved. The national concept of an Agricultural Network Information Center is a dynamic World Wide Web-based resource to provide practical, current agricultural information and interactive learning tools to a broad constituency. Ultimately this resource will be used by students and faculty, clients of the College and Arizonans involved in ag-related industries and agencies. The Arizona team has developed a prototype module on range management.