HS1130, an 8-page illustrated fact sheet by Timothy M. Spann, Ryan A. Atwood, Jamie D. Yates, and James H. Graham, Jr., describes this bacterial disease causing necrotic lesions on leaves, stems, and fruit of infected citrus trees — history of the disease in Florida, its symptoms, how it is spread, management, diagnosis, and susceptible varieties, includes references Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/HS382
HS1128/HS378 Ackee Growing in the Florida Home Landscape
HS1128, an 8-page illustrated fact sheet by Jonathan H. Crane and Carlos F. Balerdi, provides information about this fruit which is a common ingredient in Jamaican cooking, but which is not recommended for home landscape use due to the fact that the fruit is extremely poisonous when it is under-developed or over-ripe. Includes references, cultural calendar, fertilizer recommendations and nutrient values. Published by the UF Department of Hotricultural Sciences, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/HS378
OSHA Standards Series
Revised! The following fact-sheets are condensations of Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Standards. They condense and highlight the information and requirements in the complete OSHA standards that all owners and managers of agricultural businesses should understand. Published by UF Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, September 2007.
ABE129/OA089 Temporary Labor Camps — OSHA Standard 1910.142
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE183/OA078 Emergency Action Plans — OSHA Standard 1910.38
Carol J. Lehtola and Charles M. Brown
ABE194/OA095 Portable Fire Extinguishers — OSHA Standard 1910.157
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE202/OA048 Powered Industrial Trucks — OSHA Standard 1910.178
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE141/OA021 Occupational Noise Exposure: OSHA Standard 1910.95
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE138/OA127 Portable Metal Ladders — OSHA Standard 1910.26
Carol J. Lehtola and Charles M. Brown
ABE128/OA086 Storage and Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia — OSHA Standard 1910.111
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE182/OA077 Maintenance, Safeguards, and Operational Features for Exit Routes — OSHA Standard 1910.37
Carol J. Lehtola and Charles M. Brown
ABE126/OA067 General Housekeeping Requirements — OSHA Standard 1910.22
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
ABE127/OA068 Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes — OSHA Standard 1910.23
Carol J. Lehtola, Charles M. Brown, and William J. Becker
AN191/AN191 Specialty Meat Marketing Claims: What’s the Difference?
AN-191, a 6-page illustrated report by Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis, discusses production/marketing claims defined by the USDA and addresses the differences between these products for food safety, human health, and eating quality. Includes references. Published by UF Department of Animal Sciences, February 2008.
ENH1088/EP322 Promising New Evergreen Magnolias for Florida
ENH-1088, a 5-page fact sheet by Gary W. Knox, provides information about new evergreen magnolias being evaluated at NFREC Quincy. Includes references and a table comparing characteristics of new, non-native magnolias with native evergreen Magnolia species. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP322
4HGCL20/4H157: 4-H Club Program Planning Guide—A Guide for Staff and Volunteers
4H GCL20, an 8-page guide by Joy Jordan, Dale Pracht, and Judy Butterfield, will help 4-H club leaders and staff effectively plan a successful and exciting year. Layout and design have been revised. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2008.
ENH1095/EP326 Container Gardens for Outdoor Spaces
ENH-1095, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary W. Knox, provides homeowners with information about the design and use of container gardens, plant selection, how to plant and how to maintain the plantings. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP326
ENH1087/EP342 Liner Production of Florida Native Wildflowers by Seed
ENH-1087, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Jeffrey G. Norcini and James H. Aldrich, describes in detail the methods that the authors have successfully used to produce liners of Florida native wildflowers under greenhouse conditions. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, December 2007.
CIR1098/EP338 Gardenias at a Glance
Circular 1098, a 2-page fact sheet by Sydney Park Brown and Joan Bradshaw, provides description, cultural requirements, problems and propagation for this popular plant with fragrant white flowers and glossy dark leaves. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP338
ENH1080/EP347 Environmental Landscape Management Guidelines Community Associations Can Use to Select a Landscaper and Write an Effective Landscaping Contract
ENH-1080, a 15-page fact sheet by Annemarie Post, Margaret D. Dessaint, Donald Rainey and Fred Santana, provides guidelines that community associations can use for selecting a landscape maintenance contractor and write an effective contract. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP347
ENH1079/EP346 Cultural Guidelines for Commercial Production of Purple Passion Plant (Gynura aurantiaca)
ENH-1079, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Jianjun Chen and Richard J. Henny, provides guidelines for commercial production of this colorful, velvety foliage plant: propagation, cultural requirements, common problems, and recommendations for interior use. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, October 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/EP346
4H2.51/4H259: Creating Memorandums of Understanding/Agreement with Affiliate Organizations of 4-H
4H2.51, an 8-page factsheet by Marilyn N. Norman and Joy C. Jordan, explains how 4-H can effectively and productively work together with other nonprofit groups by drafting Memorandums of Understanding to guide the process and make it work smoothly. Includes 3 sample Memorandums. Revised to reflect policy changes. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2008.
FCS8632-Span/FY938: Datos Sobre el Folato
FCS8632-Span, a 3-page fact-sheet by Linda B. Bobroff, is the Spanish version of “Facts about Folate” (FCS8632). It explains the importance of folate in our diets, how much we need, and how to get this vital nutrient. Published by UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, June 2007.
4H5.5/4H255: Procedures for Handling 4-H Accounts—Guidelines for 4-H Fundraising
4H5.5, a 4-page fact sheet by Marilyn N. Norman and Joy C. Jordan, gives guidelines for properly conducting fundraising within 4-H. Revised to reflect policy changes. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2008.
FCS-8560-Span/FY056: Alimentación Saludable—Folato
Revised! FCS8560, a one-page fact-sheet by Linda Bobroff, is the Spanish language version of FCS-8560, “Healthy Eating: Folate.” It explains why folate is important, what foods it can be found in, and how much adults need each day. Revised to include updated nutritional information. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2007.
FCS8567-Span/FY067: Alimentación Saludable—Folato
Revised! FCS8567, a two-page fact-sheet by Linda Bobroff, is the Spanish language version of FCS8632, “Facts About Folate” by nutrition expert Linda B. Bobroff. It explains what folate is, what foods it can be found in, and why it is an essential nutrient. Revised to include updated nutritional information. Published by UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, October 2007.
FCS8701-Span/FY941: Datos sobre la Vitamina B12
FCS8701-Span, a 2-page fact-sheet by Linda B. Bobroff, is the Spanish version of “Facts about Vitamin B12” (FCS8701). It explains the importance of B12 in our diets, how much we need, and how to get this vital nutrient. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, June 2007.
FCS2283/FY1008: Postpartum Depression
FCS2283, a 3-page fact-sheet by Maya Palmer and Eboni Baugh, informs readers about this relatively common postpartum mood disorder, describing symptoms and possible treatments. Also covers the issue of breastfeeding during PPD. Published by UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2008.
SL254/SS479 Nitrogen in the Home Landscape
SL-254, 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Amy L. Shober, helps homeowners understand how N interacts in the environment through the nitrogen cycle, making maintenance of home landscapes or gardens easier and more sustainable. Published by the UF Soil and Water Sciences Department, December 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/SS479
SL256/SS480 Soil pH and the Home Landscape or Garden
SL-256, 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Amy L. Shober and Geoffrey C. Denny, explains soil pH for a homeowner audience and provides strategies to make the most of the pH in home landscapes and gardens. Published by the UF Soil and Water Sciences Department, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/SS480