EDIS Update
New and revised publications in the EDIS publications database
Archive for June, 2007
WEC-224/UW264: Supplemental Feeding and Food Plots for Bobwhite Quail
June 25th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
WEC-224, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by William M. Giuliano, James F. Selph, Robert Hoffman, and Brandon J. Schad, describes considerations for a successful artificial feeding programs for bobwhite quail, including spreading feed and planting food plots. Includes a table of common food plot plants for bobwhites in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, June 2007.
SGEF-120/SG078: Preparing Blue Crab: A Seafood Delicacy
June 22nd, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
SGEF-120, a four-fold color brochure by Donald E. Sweat, illustrates how to pick the meat, and provides information on how to buy blue crabs. Published by the UF Sea Grant Extension Program, revised May 2007.
CIR 1516/FR169: Assessing the Economic Feasibility of Short-Rotation Woody Crops in Florida
June 22nd, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
Circular 1516, a 5-page paper by Matthew Langholtz, Douglas R. Carter and Donald L. Rockwood, describes a decision support system that can be used to determine the economic viability of SRWC systems for use in Florida. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, May 2007.
ENH-1066/EP301: Lisianthus 'UF Savanna' — Eight Colors of Heat-Tolerant Single-Flowering Cultivars Released by the University of Florida's Lisianthus Breeding Program.
June 22nd, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ENH-1066, a 5-page fact sheet by Brent K. Harbaugh and Zhanao Deng, reports the release of these cultivars appropriate for flowering potted plants, with intermediate height and a spray-type flower display. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2007.
ENH-1067/EP302: Lisianthus 'Double Joy' — Five Colors of Double-Flowering and Heat-Tolerant Cultivars Released by the University of Florida's Lisianthus Breeding Program
June 22nd, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ENH-1067, a 5-page fact sheet by Brent K. Harbaugh and Zhanao Deng, reports the release of these cultivars appropriate for flowering potted plants of intermediate height. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2007.
ABE-373/AE408: Organic Greenhouse Container Herb Production in South Florida: Fertilizer and Potting Media
June 21st, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ABE-373, a 6-page report by K. W. Migliaccio, T. Olczyk, Y. Qian, Y. Li, G. J. Hochmuth, R. C. Hochmuth, D. D. Treadwell, E. H. Simonne, L. S. Osborne, and R. K. Sprenkel, presents the results of trials conducted in 2005 and 2006 to compare organic fertilizers and potting media for greenhouse production of container herbs. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, May 2007.
FA-124/FA124: The Ornamental Fish Trade: An Introduction with Perspectives for Responsible Aquarium Fish Ownership
June 21st, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
FA-124, an 8-page illustrated fact sheet by E. J. Livengood and F.A. Chapman, aims inform aquarium owners about the ornamental fish industry so that they can make conscientious decisions about their purchases, andhelp protect the wild species and safeguard the natural environments. It describes how aquarium fish are collected or cultured, ecological considerations, and things a potential aquarist should know. Includes resource list. Published by the UF Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, May 2007.
SGEF-162/SG079: Venting: A Guide to Releasing Reef Fish with Ruptured Swimbladders
June 21st, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
SGEF-162, a 2-page full-color brochure by John Stevely, Don Sweat, Chuck Adams, Rich Novak, provides a step-by-step guide to how to vent reef fish, and describes the venting tools available to fishermen today. Published by the UF Sea Grant College Program, January 2005.
FE-689/FE689: Agricultura Con Valor Agregado: ¿Es Lo Correcto Para Mi?
June 20th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
FE-689, a 4-page article by Edward Evans, is the Spanish language version of “FE638/FE638: Value Added Agriculture: Is It Right for Me?” It explores the concept of value added agricultural businesses and provides a set of preliminary questions which may help agricultural producers decide whether a particular value added business is suitable for them. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, May 2007.
PI-155/PI192: Licensing of Wood Treatment Pesticide Applicators in Florida
June 20th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
PI-155, a 3-page fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, explains the licensing and
regulation of persons who apply restricted use wood treatment pesticides in Florida. Published by the UF Pesticide Information Office, June 2007.
PI-154/PI191: Licensing of Regulatory Pest Control Applicators in Florida
June 20th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
PI-154, a 3-page fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, explains the licensing and
regulation of persons who apply restricted use pesticide applications to control regulated pests in Florida. Published by the UF Pesticide Information Office, June 2007.
ENY-740/IN722: Emerging Infectious Diseases
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ENY-740, a 10-page illustrated fact sheet by Jorge R. Rey,describes what emerging infections diseases are, gives some examples, some of the common causes for emergence or re-emergence of the diseases. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, May 2007.
ENH-1030/EP285: Cultural Guidelines for Commercial Production of Interiorscape Calathea
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ENH-1030, a 4-page fact sheet by Jianjun Chen and Dennis B. McConnell, provides producers with information about growing Calathea (Peackock Plant), including a table of cultivars, cultural guides for propagation and production, shipping and interior care,and a table of physiological problems. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, November 2006.
SS-AGR-12/WG051: Florida's Organo-Auxin Herbicide Rule - 2007
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
Revised! SS-AGR-12, a 5-page fact sheet by F.M. Fishel, J.A. Ferrell, G. E. MacDonald, and B. J. Brecke, clarifies and disseminates this rule enacted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to growers and applicators. Includes a table of sources to buy wind meters. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, November 2006.
PI-153/PI190: Licensing of Chlorine Gas Infusion Applicators in Florida
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
PI-153, a 3-page fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, explains the licensing and
regulation of persons who use a portable infusion system to treat water with chlorine gas in Florida. Published by the UF Pesticide Information Office, June 2007.
HS-1101/HS353: Selecting Collard Varieties Based on Yield, Plant Habit and Bolting
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
HS-1101, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by S. M. Olson and J. H. Freeman, provides growers with information about collard, results of variety testing in Quincy, FL, and descriptions of varieties. Includes tables with yield and plant weight under good to optimum conditions, and yield and plant weight when grown under conditions conducive to bolting. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, February 2007.
ENH-1048/EP321: Water-Conserving and Runoff-Reducing Production Systems for Containerized Plants: Some Examples of Recently Developed Technologies
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
ENH-1048, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Sharma, J.; Haman, D.Z.; and Beeson, Jr., R.C., describes some new, water conserving production systems for containerized plant production in outdoor nurseries that use the concepts of micro-irrigation and subirrigation. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2006.
SS-AGR-48/DS126: Warm Season (Summer) Forage Legume Guide
June 19th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
SS-AGR-48/DS126: Warm Season (Summer) Forage Legume Guide Revised! SS-AGR-48, a 5-page guide by Y.C. Newman and C. G. Chambliss, provides an overview of summer forage legume crops: inoculation of seeds, cultivars, planting, fertilization, irrigation, and management and utilization for both pasture and hay. Includes a table of planting dates, seeding rates, and planting depths for various forage legume crops. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, May 2007.
FCS-8569-Span/FY071: Alimentacion Saludable: Liquidos
June 15th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
Revised! FCS-8569-Span, a 3-page factsheet by Linda Bobroff and Luisa Oliver-Cordero, is the Spanish version of “Healthy Eating for Elders: Fluids” (FCS8569/FY070). It explains the importance of remaining well-hydrated, lists symptoms of dehydration, and gives tip on how to consume adequate fluids. Revised to expand content and references. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2007.
FCS-8587-Span/FY103: Vida Saludable: Sitios Web Confiables
June 15th, 2007
Topic(s):Uncategorized
Revised! FCS-8587-Span, a 3-page fact sheet by Linda Bobroff and Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish version of “Healthy Living: Reliable Web Sites” (FCS8587). It will help consumers understand how to identify reliable and trustworthy health-related web sites, and lists a number of web resources. Revised to include and update links. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2007.
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