EDIS Update

ENY147/IN784 Differences Between European and African Honey Bees

November 13th, 2009
Topic(s):Agriculture, Ecosystems & Species, House & Home

ENY147, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by M. K. O’Malley, J. D. Ellis and C. M. Zettel Nalen, describes key differences between the agressive African bee and the docile European honey bee, including hive defense and stinging, swarming and absconding, selection of nesting site. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN748

ENY748/IN785 Swarm Trapping for Pest Control Operators

October 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Agriculture, House & Home, Lawn & Garden

ENY748, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by M. K. O’Malley, J. D. Ellis and C. M. Zettel Nalen, outlines the standard operating procedures for swarm trapping by certified Pest Control Operators as a means of capturing and removing a nesting Africanized bee colony before the bees become aggressive. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN785

ENY856/IN825 Managing Pestiferous Freshwater Aquatic Midge Emergences From Storm Water Retention Ponds

October 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):Community Development, Ecosystems & Species, House & Home, Lawn & Garden

ENY-856, a 3-page fact sheet by Kenneth T. Gioeli, Philip G. Koehler, R. Leroy Creswell, Jeffrey P. Gellermann, and Edward A. Skvarch, describes a recently developed integrated pest management plan for these tiny mosquito-like pests that can adversely impact the quality of life of residents living near storm water retention ponds. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, October 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN825

FCS2229/FY735 Fall Prevention: Home Safety Inventory

June 25th, 2009
Topic(s):Aging & Caregiving, House & Home

Revised! FCS-2229, a 2-page fact sheet by Linda B. Bobroff and Leigh Ann Martin, provides a checklist of changes people can make to reduce risk of falling and keep their home a safe place to live in. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY735

FOR213/FR275 Land Use in the Rural-Urban Interface: Subdivision Design

June 15th, 2009
Topic(s):Getting Involved, House & Home

FOR-213, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Lauren McDonell, Martha C. Monroe, and Jay Tomlinson, describes new options for subdivision development and how citizens can help influence their local growth management and development plans by selecting opportunities that are appropriate for their area. Describes several exemplary Florida communities. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, April 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FR275

ENH1120/EP379 Sharpening Tools for Landscaping and Gardening

May 5th, 2009
Topic(s):House & Home, Lawn & Garden

ENH-1120, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Geoffrey C. Denny, discusses the required equipment and supplies to sharpen common landscape and garden tools, as well as the proper sharpening techniques. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, May 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP379

PI173/PI209 Handling Total Release Foggers

March 23rd, 2009
Topic(s):House & Home, Pesticide Information

PI-173, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, cautions about the risks of total release foggers (TRFs), also called "bug bombs," and common sense precautions people can take to reduce risks before using one in any building. Includes references.  Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PI209

FCS3301/FY1080 How to Clean Up Mold

February 13th, 2009
Topic(s):House & Home

FCS-3301, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, provides homeowners with basic guidance on assessing a mold problem, preparing for cleanup, and  removal procedures, with links to other EDIS fact sheets for more detailed information.  Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1080

FCS3302/FY1081 Flood Insurance

February 13th, 2009
Topic(s):Disaster Prep & Recovery, House & Home

FCS-3302, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, explains flood risk profiles, how flood insurance works, and how to file a flood insurance claim. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1081

FCS3303/FY1082 Water Damage and Homeowner's Insurance: (1) Insurance Claim

February 13th, 2009
Topic(s):Disaster Prep & Recovery, House & Home, Money Matters

FCS-3303, a 3-page fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee, describes important things to keep in mind when making an insurance claim for water damage in the home. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1082

FCS3304/FY1083 Water Damage and Homeowner's Insurance: (2) C.L.U.E.® Report

February 13th, 2009
Topic(s):Disaster Prep & Recovery, House & Home, Money Matters

FCS-3304, a 3-page fact sheet by Hyun-Jeong Lee and Kathleen C. Ruppert, tells homeowners Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange (C.L.U.E.®) reports — what information is include, how they can be used by homebuyers and insurers, and your legal rights. Includes references and information on obtaining a free report. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1083

EENY-443/IN781 American Dog Tick, Dermacentor variabilis (Say) (Arachnida: Ixodida: Ixodidae)

January 26th, 2009
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, House & Home, Lawn & Garden

EENY-443, a 7-page fact sheet by Wai-Han Chan and Phillip E. Kaufman, is part of the Featured Creatures Collection. It describes this tick commonly found on dogs as an adult — its distribution, description, life cycle, seasonality, medical and veterinary importance, removal, and management. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, November 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN781

My Florida Home Book: A Guide for First Time Homebuyers in Florida

December 23rd, 2008
Topic(s):House & Home, Money Matters

This two-part guide by Hyun-Jeong Lee, Ph.D., with Extension Faculty Members of Family and Consumer Sciences, consists of two parts: Part I. Becoming a Homeowner and Part II. Taking Good Care of Your Home. It assists first time homebuyers in making the best housing decisions for their situations, preparing themselves for homeownership, and to maintain their homes properly.

ENY144/IN771 Choosing the Right Pest Control Operator for Honey Bee Removal: A Consumer Guide

December 19th, 2008
Topic(s):House & Home, Lawn & Garden


ENY-144, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by M. K. O’Malley and J. D. Ellis, guides Florida resident in ensuring that the honey bees on his or her property are safely and professionally removed. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, September 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN771

FE756 Conservation Pricing for Residential Water Supply

November 24th, 2008
Topic(s):House & Home, Money Matters, Water

FE756, a 7-page fact sheet by Tatiana Borisova, Burcin Unel, and Colin Rawls, defines the criteria used to design and evaluate conservation-based rates, considers alternative rate structures, and briefly discusses challenges posed by conservation-oriented rates for utility companies. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, November 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FE756

ENY-227/IG083 Bed Bugs and Blood-Sucking Conenose

November 24th, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, House & Home


Revised! ENY-227, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by P. G. Koehler and Jeff Hertz, describes these blood-sucking insects, their life cycles, control methods. Includes new techniques for bed bug control and a table of insecticides labeled for bed bug control. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, November 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IG083

EENY-437/IN776 Clover Mite Bryobia praetiosa Koch

October 6th, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, House & Home, Lawn & Garden


EENY-437, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Celina Gomez and Russell F. Mizell III, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this plant-feeding mite found in landscapes that can invade homes in large numbers after heavy rains, excessive heat, or changes in the season. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN776

FOR-179/FR249 Forest Management in the Interface: Reducing Fire Risk

September 4th, 2008
Topic(s):Ecosystems & Species, Forest Resources, House & Home, Lawn & Garden


FOR-179, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Bruce Hull, Sarah F. Ashton, Rien M. Visser, and Martha C. Monroe, describes qualities of firewise communities, structures, and landscapes in proximity with fire-dependent ecosystems, and techniques for fuel reduction. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FR249

FCS3269/FY1034 How to Manage the Foreclosure Process

July 18th, 2008
Topic(s):House & Home, Money Matters

FCS-3269, a 4-page fact sheet by Michael S. Gutter, Travis P. Mountain, Lisa Leslie, and Laura Royer, explains the foreclosure process and what to do when facing foreclosure. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1034

FCS3273/FY1042 Energy Efficient Homes: The Energy and Water Connection

July 3rd, 2008
Topic(s):House & Home, Sustainable Living, Water

FCS-3273, a 4-page fact sheet by Nicholas W. Taylor, Brent Philpot, and Kathleen C. Ruppert, describes the energy used for municipal water supply and waste water management, and the water used for energy production and strategies homeowners can use to reduce water use in the home. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, June 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY1042

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