Browsing Current Extension Publications Archive by Title
Now showing items 572-591 of 1119
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(2000-11-08)Enterprise budgets can help farmers and ranchers make better decisions about what products to produce and how to produce them economically. This publication tells how to create and use enterprise budgets and includes an example.
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(2002-09-03)This publication explains how to make the best use of hay in beef cattle operations. It discusses quality and cost and gives advice on minimizing losses from haymaking, storage and feeding.
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(2000-06-27)People view time in different ways, but we all could do a better job of managing our time. This publication explains three different time management tools: the 24-hour time log and chart; a self-assessment of thinking ...
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(2004-03-31)This publication can help ranch managers develop integrated pest management plans for managing fire ant problems in cattle operations. It covers the specifics of managing fire ants in hay pastures and rangelands, around ...
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(2003-02-20)The primary control strategy for internal parasites in sheep and goats has been the use of anthelmintics. Because overuse has caused the development of resistant strains, new strategies must be used. This publication lists ...
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(2008-09-16)Without budgeting, family living expenses may exceed the available income and jeopardize the overall financial goals of the farm and family. This publication offers information on developing a family budget and provides ...
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(2001-11-16)This publication gives advice on raising beef cattle to exhibit at shows. Topics include animal selection, feeding, general health management, disease prevention, calf handling, and preparing for the show.
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(2008-04-29)Cotton insect management practices, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-6A) ...
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(2008-04-17)Cotton insect management practices, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-7A) ...
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(2008-06-10)Cotton insect management techniques, including cultural control techniques that reduce the risk of crop damage, are discussed. The emphasis is on monitoring and identifying insect populations in cotton. A supplement (E-5A) ...
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(1998-12-10)Soil testing is the foundation of a sound fertility management program, and manure and effluent testing can provide additional information for its effective use.
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(2000-05-23)External and internal arthropod parasites of livestock and poultry are a constant menace. These pests lower the quality of animal products; reduce meat, milk and egg production; transmit diseases; and cause energy loss. ...
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(1998-09-22)This publication highlights the factors determining hay quality and discusses fertility and water interaction, harvesting, quality losses and storage losses.
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(2005-12-02)Learning to identify pest ants, understanding their biology and knowing control alternatives will ensure success in combating them. This publication explains how to distinguish winged ants from termites, how to identify ...
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(2006-08-17)The imported fire ant is found in much of Texas and across the southeastern U.S. This publication describes options for managing the pest in specific locations such as home lawns, gardens and buildings. Other topics include ...
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(2008-02-19)Growing your own vegetables is a pleasant and satisfying way to enjoy nature and save money. But managing garden pest populations in the vegetable garden isn't always easy. This publication discusses ways to accomplish ...
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(2004-09-21)Biological and chemical control measures are described for 12 pecan insect and mite pests, including phylloxera, pecan nut casebearers, spider mites and others. The publication provides information about the biology of ...
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(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 ...
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(2002-10-09)This publication describes and illustrates common pests of forage crops in Texas. It discusses treatment options and pesticide application techniques as well as specific insecticides labeled to treat specific pests.
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(2006-07-05)Small grain crops are important for fall and winter livestock grazing. Pests such as small wireworms and cutworms cause significant damage to these crops. Complete information about sampling, economic thresholds, and control ...