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Controlling Feral Pigeons
(2008-04-15)
Excessive numbers of pigeons in cities, suburbs or parks can create a nuisance and a health threat. Control methods include roost elimination, noise-making devices, traps, poisons and shooting.
Controlling House Sparrows
(2008-04-15)
The small English or house sparrow is common in urban and suburban areas. Their droppings kill vegetation and damage car finishes. They also carry diseases, parasites and insects. This publication lists control methods and ...
Mosquito Control Around the Home (Spanish)
(2008-08-05)
This leaflet explains how to reduce mosquito problems by eliminating breeding sites for larvae, controlling adult mosquitoes, avoiding contact with mosquitoes and treating larval breeding sites. Long-term control is also ...
Solving Water Quality Problems in the Home (Spanish)
(2004-02-20)
If your drinking water comes from a private water well, there are certain procedures you can follow to make sure the water is safe. This publication explains how to get your water tested and, if treatment is necessary, to ...
Explore the Genetic Frontier: 10 Steps to Safety: Regulating Plant Biotechnology
(2003-01-03)
Biotechnology is a tool for modifying the DNA of organisms to produce foods. Consumers need to know how these products are tested to safeguard human and animal health and the environment. This pamphlet discusses the agencies ...
Lawn Maintenance Safety (Spanish)
(2005-07-12)
Most homeowners do not consider lawn maintenance to be dangerous. However lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers and other power equipment can cause minor to severe burns and lacerations, broken and dislocated bones, eye injuries ...
Bed Bugs (Spanish)
(2002-01-18)
Bed bugs infest beds, bedding and furniture and feed on the blood of humans. This publication explains how to identify bed bugs, how to locate infestations and how to control these pests.
Keep Foodborne Illness from Spoiling Holiday Parties
(2008-12-17)
Food safety is especially important during the holidays. Learn how to protect your family and friends from food-borne illness. A recipe for Holiday Eggnog is included.
Texas AgrAbility Project
(2005-08-16)
The Texas AgrAbility Project provides assistance and education to disabled farmers, ranchers and agricultural workers. This leaflet describes the services provided and lists contacts for more information.
Keep Foodborne Illness from Spoiling Holiday Parties (Spanish)
(2008-12-17)
Food safety is especially important during the holidays. Learn how to protect your family and friends from food-borne illness. A recipe for Holiday Eggnog is included.