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Plan for Herd Health When Starting a Swine Operation
(1999-02-24)
In any swine operation, herd health is important to profitability. Because totally disease-free swine are not available, animals should be purchased from reliable sources and periodic disease testing conducted. Vaccination ...
Catfish Ponds for Recreation
(1999-08-02)
Catfish ponds can provide enjoyable outdoor recreation as well as excellent food fish. This publication explains pond preparation, stocking, feeding, water quality, off-flavor, harvesting, fish diseases, and controlling ...
Public Speaking 4-H Style
(1999-12-03)
With this publication 4-H'ers learn to research, plan, prepare, rehearse and give an effective speech.
Vegetable & Herb Disease Control Products for Texas
(1999-12-17)
This handbook is a reference on pesticides labeled for disease control on vegetables and herbs. Products listed were selected on the basis of their registration with the Environmental Protection Agency, as well as their ...
Sorghum Ergot: Distinguishing Sphacelia and Sclerotia of Claviceps africana in Seed (Spanish)
(1999-08-04)
The field symptoms of sorgum ergot are familiar to anyone involved in sorghum production. It is more difficult to identify the fungal pathogen in seed because there is a lack of understanding about the structure and function ...
Artificial Insemination in Swine
(1999-09-03)
Artificial insemination in swine works only if used and managed properly. This publication discusses the swine estrous cycle and how to detect estrus. It also provides step-by-step instructions for inseminating the female.
Technical Analysis: Alternatives to Chart Analysis
(1999-08-02)
Technical analysis uses past price information to project future trends. This publication can help crop and livestock marketers learn how to use technical analysis in their risk management programs.
Home Safety: Radon Gas
(1999-11-12)
Every home should be tested for radon, an invisible, odorless, radioactive gas that occurs naturally. This publication explains the health risks, testing methods, and mitigation and reduction techniques.
How to Construct a Seasonal Index
(1999-07-12)
For many crops, seasonality is often the dominant factor influencing prices within a single production period. This publication explains how to construct and use several kinds of seasonal indexes for crop marketing information.
Groundwater Conservation Districts: Success Stories
(1999-09-06)
Demand for water is increasing, so our aquifers must be conserved and protected. The Groundwater Conservation Districts in Texas are carrying out a number of successful programs in the areas of education and public awareness, ...