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Managing Insect Pests of Texas Sunflower
(1999-02-15)
Insect pests are often a major limiting factor in Texas sunflower production. This publication describes the major insect pests infesting the sunflower head, stalk, foliage and roots, and offers suggestions for controlling ...
Managing For High-quality Hay
(1998-09-22)
This publication highlights the factors determining hay quality and discusses fertility and water interaction, harvesting, quality losses and storage losses.
Growth-Development Booklet: Youth Ages 0-18.
(Texas Agricultural Extension Service, 1990)
Texas Farm Labor Handbook.
(Texas Agricultural Extension Service, 1990)
The Pepper Weevil and Its Management
(1995-10-19)
The pepper weevil is a severe pest of sweet and hot peppers. The grubs feed inside buds of fruit, and there may be five to eight generations of pepper weevil in a year. This publication contains complete information on ...
Athletic Fields and Water Conservation
(1999-12-10)
Following an 18-step procedure for performing an irrigation audit will help athletic field managers conserve water while maintaining a pleasing facility for recreational use. To perform the audit correctly, a field manager ...
Woody Plants for Wildlife: Brush Sculpting in South Texas and the Edwards Plateau
(1999-10-01)
Rangeland brush can be managed to accommodate wildlife. This publication discusses wildlife habitat requirements and lists 70 species of woody plants and the types of wildlife each attracts, including butterflies, bees and ...
Seasonality and Its Effects on Crop Markets
(1999-07-12)
Understanding crop seasonality can improve a producer's marketing skills and options. The causes of seasonality and its effects on price changes are discussed.
Texas Poultry Pest Control Practices
(1999-06-01)
A 1996 survey of 242 Texas poultry operators found that fire ants and darling beetles have emerged as major pests in the industry. Survey results included types of poultry operations, pests, control methods and needs, and ...
Composting Horse Manure
(1999-07-02)
Uncontrolled stockpiles of horse manure can be an unsightly, smelly and fly-infested mess. However, composting manure can eliminate the messy problems and provide a modest additional income for horse enthusiasts, operators ...