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Assisting Difficult Calving
(2006-12-20)
Calving difficulty is frequently caused by disproportionate size--the calf is too big for the birth canal. This publication discusses the stages of labor, how to assist in delivery and what to do after the delivery of a calf.
Structure-Infesting Wood-Boring Beetles
(2006-03-28)
Several kinds of beetles damage stored wood, structural timbers and other wood products. This publication explains how to detect, identify, prevent and control powderpost beetle, old house borer and others.
Easter Eggs: Enjoy Them Safely
(2006-11-27)
Easter egg hunts can be fun and safe for all if you follow a few simple guidelines. This publication gives tips for buying, storing, cooking and serving eggs for the Easter holiday and other times. Included are instructions ...
Enjoy Poultry Meat Safely
(2006-03-24)
Poultry is a nutritious, economical and versatile food choice, but it requires careful handling, storage and cooking to prevent food poisoning. Two groups of bacteria can be found on raw poultry meat: bacteria that cause ...
Pattern Alteration: Shoulder Length
(2006-08-04)
Wide or broad shoulders will cause the armhole seam line at the shoulder to pull inward and the cap of set-in sleeves to pull and ride up. Sleeves will appear too short and not hang properly. This publication gives ...
Pattern Alteration: Large Abdomen
(2006-08-04)
A large abdomen causes the hemline on a skirt to hike in front and pulls the side seam forward. This publication gives instructions on altering patterns for a basic skirt and pants.
Spiders
(2006-07-05)
This publication describes common Texas spiders and explains how to distinguish harmless from dangerous ones. It explains how to prevent spiders from entering the home and how to control those that do enter. Tips for ...
Designing Eggs for Better Nutrition
(2006-11-27)
Through improved diets of laying hens, eggs are more nutritious than ever. Hens fed diets rich in polyunsaturated fats (PUFA) lay eggs that are also rich in these essential nutrients. Two PUFA-rich eggs contain as much of ...
Pattern Alteration: Shoulder Slope
(2006-05-05)
Determining the amount of alteration needed for square or sloping shoulders depends on observation and past experience in fitting home-sewn and purchased garments. This publication gives alteration instructions for basic ...
Pattern Alteration: Sway Back
(2006-08-04)
Sway back is a posture problem characterized by a more than normal curve in the spine at the waistline and lower back. This curve actually shortens the length of the back along the spine, causing clothing to fit poorly in ...