SL305/SS518 The Importance and Status of Florida Coral Reefs: Questions and Answers

SL-305, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Cory J. Krediet, Kim Ritchie, and Max Teplitski, addresses some questions regarding coral reef biology, coral reef health, and the ecological and economic benefits coral reefs provide. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Sciences, August 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/SS518

FCS8905/FY1160 Healthy Eating: Nutritious Snacking Crossword

FCS8905, a 1-page illustrated handout by Emily Minton, provides a simple crossword puzzle activity to learn more about smart snacking. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1160

FCS8904/FY1156 The Messages of MyPyramid

FCS8904, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Lisa D. Chan and Karla P. Shelnutt, provides information about each key message contained in all versions of MyPyramid: variety, proportionality, moderation, physical activity, personalization, and gradual improvement. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1156

FCS8697/FY705 Healthy Eating: Sixteen Savory Snacks

Revised! FCS8697/FY705, a 1-page illustrated handout by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, lists 16 healthy and easy to prepare snacks. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy705

FCS8695/FY699 Healthy Eating: Food Storage Guide

Revised! FCS8695, a 1-page illustrated handout by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, provides charts with storage time guidelines for perishable fruits, vegetables, milk products, eggs, and deli meat. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy699

FOR237/FR299 Principles for Developing Your Ecotourism Business Plan

FOR237, a 6-page fact sheet by Tinelle D. Bustam and Taylor Stein, provides those wishing to begin an ecotourism business or modify an existing business with a detailed description of the diversity in ecotourism business models and the components necessary to develop an ecotourism business plan. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr299

WEC283/UW328 Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase – Dark-sky Lighting

WEC283, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Mark Hostetler, discusses how to manage lighting during the construction phase and explains the importance of good lighting to biodiversity in a conservation subdivision. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw328

WEC284/UW329 Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase – Native Landscaping Palette

WEC284, a 9-page illustrated fact sheet by Mark Hostetler and Martin B. Main, discusses the importance of emphasizing native plants when selecting a landscape palette. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw284

WEC278/UW323 Conservation Subdivision: Construction Phase – Protecting Trees and Conserved Natural Areas

WEC278, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Mark Hostetler and Glenn Acomb, discusses techniques and strategies that minimize impacts of the construction process on conserved trees and natural areas. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Conservation and Ecology, March 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw323

FOR233/FR295 Planning for the Many Benefits of Nature-Based Recreation

FOR233, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Taylor V. Stein, helps land managers systematically plan recreational opportunities in balance with conservation of natural area ecosystems. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, March 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr295

WEC280/UW325 Conservation Subdivision: Design Phase – Wildlife-friendly Transportation Network

WEC280, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Mark Hostetler and Michael Moulton, discusses road designs and placement strategies that will minimize impacts on local wildlife populations and enhance wildlife movement. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw325

FCS8635/FY193 Food Safety: Play it Safe with Eggs

Revised! FCS8635, a 1-page illustrated handout by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, describes ways to reduce the risk of the foodborne illness salmonellosis from fresh eggs. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy193

FCS8635-Span/FY194 Seguridad Alimentaria: Jùgatela seguro con los huevos

Revised! FCS8635Span, a 1-page illustrated handout by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, is the Spanish language version of FCS8635/FY193: Food Safety: Play It Safe with Eggs. It describes ways to reduce the risk of the foodborne illness salmonellosis from fresh eggs. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy194

FCS8801/FY926 Food Safety: Does Your Kitchen Pass the Test?

FCS8801, a 2-page illustrated handout by Jennifer Hillan and Linda B. Bobroff, helps elders assess the safety of their food handling practices at home using a 7-question multiple choice quiz and answer key with explanation. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy926

FCS8900/FY1152 Make Eating Out A Healthier Experience

FCS8900, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Anghela Z. Paredes and Karla P. Shelnutt, provides parents with some guidance to incorporate healthier options into meals when dining at restaurants. Published by the UF Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fy1152

HS1175 Managing Yellow and Purple Nutsedge in Florida Strawberry Fields

HS1175, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Andrew W. MacRae, gives management guidelines for these perennial weeds that are well adapted for growth in plasticulture production systems. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1175

HS1172 Florida Pusley Biology and Control in Fruiting Vegetables, Cucurbits, and Small Fruits

HS1172, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Andrew W. MacRae, describes this drought-resistant annual with hairy leaves and stems that is common in row middles, strawberry production fields, and organic mulch for highbush blueberries — classification, seedling identification, mature plant, management considerations, and classical control. Includes reference. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1172

AN239 Basic Guide for the Backyard Chicken Flock

AN239, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Derek L. Barber, provides basic information for small-farm owners about brooding, housing, feed and water, nesting, breeds of chickens, and hatcheries, for starting a backyard flock. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an239

FSHN03-5/FS101 Preventing Foodborne Illness Associated with Clostridium perfringens

Revised! FSHN03-5, a 3-page fact sheet by Keith R. Schneider, Renée Goodrich-Schneider, Michael A. Hubbard, and Dirk M. Sampath, provides food handlers, processors, and retailers information about foodborne illnesses caused by this Gram-postive bacterial pathogen that thrives in improperly stored meat and meat-products. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fs101