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Maintaining Bermudagrass Lawns
(2006-08-08)
This publication explains how to keep a bermudagrass lawn healthy and attractive, with tips on mowing; fertilizing; watering; controlling weeds, insects and thatch; and eliminating compacted soil.
4-H Club Officer Handbook-President
(2006-08-09)
This section from the 4-H Club Officer Handbook features the multi-faceted role of the President. It covers the leader's duties as well as preparing for and conducting a meeting. Tips include how to use the gavel properly. ...
Managing Insect and Mite Pests of Texas Corn
(2006-05-24)
Insect pest control procedures are discussed for each stage of crop development. The characteristics of individual pests, economic thresholds and specific recommendations for chemical control are presented, including ...
Processing Poultry at Home
(2006-01-04)
With hot water for scalding, ice water for chilling and a sharp knife, poultry can be processed at home for dressed poultry shows or home consumption. This publication discusses facilities and equipment, New York dressing, ...
Manure to Energy: Understanding Processes, Principles and Jargon
(2006-11-30)
The increasing demand for energy and the high costs of oil and natural gas have emphasized the need for consumers to seek alternative energy resources. This publication explains the processes for converting manure to energy.
Urban Parks: Constraints on Park Visitation
(2006-12-19)
Research shows that women, older people, members of some ethnic groups, and people with low educational and income levels are less likely than others to participate in leisure activities or visit parks. This publication ...
Producing and Marketing High-Value Calves
(2006-06-22)
With production costs increasing and calf prices remaining fairly stable, cow-calf producers are searching for ways to add value to calves and make their operations more profitable. In this publication readers will learn ...
Keeping Show Pigs Healthy
(2006-10-13)
Show pigs can bring many diseases into a farm and spread them to other swine. This publication explains how to prevent show pigs from contracting and spreading diseases.
Red Harvester Ants
(2006-04-24)
Red harvester ants are one of the more noticeable and larger ants in open areas in Texas. However, their populations are declining and this has affected an animal that preys upon the ants--the threatened Texas horned lizard.
Using Oils As Pesticides
(2006-10-30)
Petroleum and plant-derived spray oils show increasing potential for use as part of Integrated Pest Management systems for control of soft-bodied pests on fruit trees, shade trees, woody ornamentals and household plants. ...