The Idaho Center for Potato Research and Education is a virtual center made up of faculty and staff located at the University of Idaho campus, four research and education centers, and numerous county extension offices.

 

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Nora L. Olsen
Extension Potato Specialist and Associate Extension Professor

Program Area: 
STORAGE   
SEED & PLANTING 
DISEASES  

 

Areas of Expertise

Conducts research on seed potato quality and performance, potato late blight management, specialty potatoes, and potato storage management.

 

Provides statewide support for efficient and effective potato production and storage management. Directs an extension management program in cooperation with extension and research faculty related to economical, effective, and sustainable production and storage technology of potatoes. Disseminates information regarding research, new technology and management practices.

 

Research Reports

 

Website - Potato Storage

 

Publications



Education
 Ph.D., Washington State University

M.S., Washington State University

B.A. Connecticut College

Email
norao@uidaho.edu

Location
 Twin Falls R&E Center
PO Box 1827
Twin Falls, ID, 83303-1827

Phone
 208-736-3621

Fax
 208-736-0843

 

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