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    • Producing Early-Maturity (Group IV) Soybeans on the Texas Gulf Coast 
      Klosterboer, Arlen; Miller, Travis; Livingston, Stephen (1996-04-11)
      This publication provides background information on soybean production and marketing in Texas as well as specific guidance in selecting the best variety, preparing the soil and seedbed, fertilizing, managing pests, harvesting ...
    • Producing Pine Straw in East Texas Forests 
      Taylor, Eric; Foster, C. Darwin (2004-01-09)
      Managing pine forests for the production of pine straw is a promising new enterprise in East Texas. This publication explains the processes and equipment needed to harvest and market pine straw.
    • Producing Quail for Home Consumption 
      Thornberry, Fredrick D. (1998-08-21)
      Hobby and backyard producers are becoming interested in producing quail for home consumption. This publication gives tips on housing and brooding, nutrition, lighting, cannibalism, health and slaughter. It includes three recipes.
    • Producing Turkeys for Show 
      Thornberry, Fredrick D. (2005-12-14)
      This publication gives the turkey exhibitor complete instructions for purchasing, feeding, housing and caring for show turkeys. There are also helpful tips for transporting and handling birds.
    • Production of Virginia Peanuts in the Rolling Plains and Southern High Plains of Texas 
      Lemon, Robert G.; Lee, Thomas A. (1995-08-01)
      Cultural practices such as crop rotation, maintaining plant nutrition, irrigation management and disease management are crucial for the successful production of Virginia peanuts. This publications describes these and other ...
    • Project Selection - Record Keeping 
      Howard, Jeff W. (2005-05-10)
      4-H members have many project areas to choose from, depending on where they live. Members should consult with their parents and 4-H leaders when choosing a project. This publication outlines project considerations.
    • Project Selection - Record Keeping (Spanish) 
      Howard, Jeff W. (2005-05-10)
      4-H members have many project areas to choose from, depending on where they live. Members should consult with their parents and 4-H leaders when choosing a project. This publication outlines project considerations.
    • Propeller Flow Meter 
      Enciso, Juan; Santistevan, Dean; Hla, Aung K. (2007-10-01)
      Propeller flow meters are commonly used to measure water flow rate. They can also be used to estimate irrigation water use. This publication explains how to select, install, read and maintain propeller flow meters.
    • Propeller Flow Meter (Spanish) 
      Enciso, Juan; Santistevan, Dean; Hla, Aung K. (2007-10-01)
      Propeller flow meters are commonly used to measure water flow rate. They can also be used to estimate irrigation water use. This publication explains how to select, install, read and maintain propeller flow meters.
    • Proper Injection Techniques in Dairy Cattle 
      Villarino, Mario A. (2009-05-04)
      Injections must be done correctly to prevent abscesses and scarring. This publication explain proper techniques for various types of injections.
    • Proper Injection Techniques in Dairy Cattle (Spanish) 
      Villarino, Mario A. (2009-05-04)
      Injections must be done correctly to prevent abscesses and scarring. This publication explain proper techniques for various types of injections.
    • Proper Lagoon Management to Reduce Odor and Excessive Sludge Accumulation 
      Mukhtar, Saqib (1999-10-19)
      Proper management techniques to reduce odor and excessive sludge accumulation include maintaining pH and salt levels, pumping regularly, maintaining adequate bacteria levels, and designing for efficiency. Definitions of ...
    • Proper Usage of Drugs and Chemicals in Food Animals 
      Faries Jr., Floron C. (2002-02-15)
      The Food and Drug Administration enforces regulations pertaining to the drugs and chemicals that may be used in food animals. To comply with laws prohibiting excessive drug residues in foods, producers must strictly adhere ...
    • The Proper Use of Cotton Harvest-Aid Chemicals 
      Stichler, Charles; Supak, James; Hake, Kater; Warrick, Billy (1995-08-17)
      Many factors influence the effectiveness of harvest-aid chemicals. One of the most important is plant maturity. This publication explains various methods by which producers can track plant maturity to ensure that defoliants ...
    • Proper Use of Sulfonamides in Market Show Animals 
      Faries Jr., Floron C.; Fajt, Virginia R. (2008-02-14)
      When administering a drug to a show animal, the owner is responsible for ensuring that there will be no drug residues in the animal's urine when it is tested at a show. Sulfonamides are of special concern because, even ...
    • Protecting Cattle from Horn Flies 
      Tomberlin, Jeffery K. (2004-05-24)
      Horn flies are the most damaging insect to cattle in Texas. This publication explains biological, cultural and chemical methods of controlling horn flies. Various insecticides used to suppress horn flies are listed
    • Protecting Elm Trees from Elm Bark Beetle on the Texas High Plains 
      Porter, Patrick; Baugh, Brant A.; Siders, Kerry; Riley, Cherinell; Young, Stanley (2001-06-27)
      This publication can help you recognize and understand the development of the lesser European elm bark beetle, which threatens elm trees on the Texas High Plains. Management and prevention measures are discussed. Deciduous ...
    • Protecting the Environment Using Integrated Weed Management in Lawns 
      Ketchersid, Mary; Baumann, Paul A. (2008-03-27)
      Integrated Pest Management (IPM) can be used to control weeds, keep lawns healthy and protect the environment. This publication explains the steps to take in an IPM program and the importance of calibrating equipment and ...
    • Public Speaking 4-H Style 
      Hall, Gayle (1999-12-03)
      With this publication 4-H'ers learn to research, plan, prepare, rehearse and give an effective speech.
    • Putting the Pieces Together 
      Friesenhahn, Karla; Stone, Cody; Texas 4-H Leadership Project Team (2004-10-22)
      This publication provides activities to help develop youth leaders. It is suitable for use with 4-H clubs and for other youth activities.