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    • Harris, Janie (2002-01-31)
      Many simple, inexpensive devices can make daily activities easier and safer for the elderly and those who have physical disablities. This publication suggests products for living and sleeping areas, kitchens and bathrooms. ...
    • Lawhorn, D. Bruce (2002-01-31)
      Rhinitis, an inflammation of the upper respiratory tract, is common in Texas swine herds. The diagnosis, prevention, treatment and economic losses caused by this disease are discussed in this publication.
    • Lukefahr, Steven D.; Paschal, Joseph C.; Ford, John E. (1998-06-11)
      Raising domesticated meat rabbits can provide nutritious, wholesome meat for the family table, educational experiences for young people, enjoyable activity for family members of all ages, rich manure for gardening, and ...
    • Isakeit, Thomas (1999-06-28)
      Bacterial fruit blotch is a disease occurring sporadically in almost all areas of Texas where watermelons are grown. This publication discusses symptoms, diagnosis and disease development and management.
    • Sartwelle III, James D.; Davis, Ernest E.; Mintert, James R.; Borchardt, Rob (2000-09-13)
      This leaflet focuses on the three kinds of beef carcass alliances: breed association-sponsored; commercial; and natural/implant-free. Each is intended to help producers make their operations more profitable. In the long ...
    • Faries Jr., Floron C.; Roussel, Allen J.; Thrift, Todd A.; Gill, Ronald J.; Magee, Derry D. (2002-02-05)
      Paratuberculosis, or Johne's (pronounced "Yo-nees) disease, is a chronic intestinal infection of cattle. It is increasingly recognized in both dairy and beef herds. This publication discusses transmission of the bacteria ...
    • McGinty, Allan; Hart, Charles R. (2002-01-07)
      Saltcedar is an invasive, hard-to-control woody plant. This publication describes both the leaf spray method and the stem spray method for controlling saltcedar. Whichever method you choose, you should be able to control ...
    • Richardson, Calvin (1999-02-04)
      While brush can be a problem for livestock production on South Texas rangelands, brush is a necessary part of the habitat for deer. This publication describes various brush management methods and illustrates treatment ...
    • Isbell, Lou (2001-02-20)
      Declining health and the increased need of care and support for aging parents may strain even the best relationships. This publication discusses ways that adult children can analyze and improve their relationships with ...
    • Brown, Pamela J. (1998-05-12)
      This publication explains the care symbols that must appear on all clothing. These labels indicate proper care methods--washing, drying, bleaching, ironing and dry cleaning. If clothes are damaged when specified care ...
    • Brown, Pamela J. (1998-05-13)
      This publication explains the care symbols that must appear on all clothing. These labels indicate proper care methods--washing, drying, bleaching, drying, ironing and dry cleaning. If clothes are damaged when specified ...
    • Faries Jr., Floron C. (2002-02-05)
      Proper diet and pasture management can control brown stomach worms in cattle without the use of deworming drugs. This publication explains how the combination works.
    • Kastens, Terry L.; Dhuyvetter, Kevin C.; Nivens, Heather; Klinefelter, Danny A. (1999-09-29)
      Various management factors, including specific practices and the persistence of those practices over time, can greatly influence farm profitability. Some of those factors are managing for high yield or low production cost, ...
    • Harris, Janie (2002-01-31)
      The principle of universal design is that homes should be as usable as possible by people of all ages and physical ablities. This might be accomplished by widening doors, making floor levels flush, placing electrical outlets ...
    • White, Larry D. (1999-02-12)
      To limit the impact of a forage crisis, a rancher must be able to recognize forage shortfalls and make timely decisions for the good of the livestock and the enterprise. This publication discusses strategies that help ...
    • Vestal, Andy; Boecker, Steve; Edelman, Jaime; Gergini, Timm; Hawkins, Carole; Hinnant, Thomas; O'Neill, Kelli (2003-06-24)
      Biotechnology uses scientific processes to enhance or create products to benefit people. This brochure defines biotechnology, explains its origin and uses and discusses the concerns people have about biotechnology.
    • Richardson, Calvin (2000-04-25)
      Knowledge of deer diets and nutrition can benefit ranchers who are interested in deer management and who want to coordinate vegetation management practices with changes in nutritional value of the habitat. Three important ...
    • Johnson, Jason; Smith, Jackie; Dhuyvetter, Kevin C.; Waller, Mark L. (1999-06-23)
      Many factors affect option premium values. This publication list these factors and gives brief explanations of them.
    • White, Lynn (1999-09-10)
      This publication in English and Spanish provides tips families can use to make sure money is available when bills are due.
    • White, Lynn (2001-03-29)
      This publication in English and Spanish explains how families can learn to spend less money and how to find the best buys on large and small purchases.