Revised! SL-253, a 100-page illustrated handbook edited by Thomas A. Obreza and Kelly T. Morgan, updates and expands upon the first edition (SP-169) including new information and updated recommendations crystallized from more than 60 citrus research and extension publications produced by UF/IFAS faculty since the first edition was published in 1995. It provides background information and recommendations to develop a sound citrus nutrition program that optimizes financial returns while sustaining yields and maintaining soil and water quality. Published by the UF Soil and Water Sciences Department, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/SS478
WEC241/UW283 Why Do We Need Environmental Monitoring for Everglades Restoration?
WEC-241, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Frank J. Mazzotti, Nicola Hughes, and Rebecca G. Harvey, explains what environmental monitoring is, its scientific basis, how it relates to adaptive management, its cost effectiveness, and what it means for the Evergaldes Restoration Plan. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Conservation and Ecology, November 2007.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW283
WEC241/UW283 Why Do We Need Environmental Monitoring for Everglades Restoration?
WEC-241, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Frank J. Mazzotti, Nicola Hughes, and Rebecca G. Harvey, explains what environmental monitoring is, its scientific basis, how it relates to adaptive management, its cost effectiveness, and what it means for the Everglades Restoration Plan. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Conservation and Ecology, November 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW283
AN195/AN195 Water Nutrition and Quality Considerations for Cattle
AN-195, a 4-page fact-sheet by Matt Hersom and Sonja Crawford, discusses water quality management issues for cattle, how to estimate water intake, quality factors such as pH, salinity, nitrates and nitrites, and contaminants and toxic elements. Includes references. Published by UF Department of Animal Sciences, February 2008.
AS14/AN011 A One-Hog Smokehouse
Revised! AS-14, a 2-page fact-sheet by Fred Leak, gives directions for making a smokehouse suitable for smoking small quantities of meat safely and economically. Published by UF Department of Animal Sciences, February 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN011
Cir 1204 SP/AG305 Ayude a proteger áreas naturales de Florida contra la invasión de plantas exóticas
Circular 1204-Sp, an 8-page illustrated publication by K.A. Langeland, is the Spanish language version of Circular 1204, “Help Protect Florida’s Natural Areas from Non-Native Invasive Plants.” It describes the problem of weeds in natural areas, federal and state laws regulating plants, official lists of non-native invasive species. It encourages Florida residents to learn to identify invasive plants and to remove them from their property. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, February 2008.
AEC 386/WC067 Using Sondeos for Program Development and Evaluation
AEC-386, a 4-page fact sheet by Sebastian Galindo-Gonzalez and Glenn D. Israel, provides a brief overview of the sondeo method and suggestions for its use. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, February 2008.
FOR 173/FR232 A Community Guide to Urban Forest Inventories
FOR-173, a 4-page fact sheet by Francisco Escobedo and Michael Andreu, defines what an urban forest inventory is and its advantages, what the conditions for conducting and funding and inventory should be, and some management options. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, January 2008.
ENY-848/IN762 Biology and Management of Whiteflies in Sustainable Field Production of Cucurbits
ENY-848, a 3-page illustrated fact-sheet by O. E. Liburd and T. W. Nyoike, provides information about whiteflies, their biology and lifecycle, damage, monitoring and management strategies for sustainable agriculture. Includes references. Published by UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, January 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN762
Weed Management Guide — Fruit and Nut Crops Revisions
Revised! The following 3-4 page fruit and nut fact-sheets by Jeffrey G. Williamson from the Weed Management Guide have been updated:
- HS88/WG014 Weed Management in Apples
- HS89/WG015 Weed Management in Blackberries
- HS90/WG016 Weed Management in Blueberries
- HS91/WG018 Weed Management in Grapes
- HS92/WG019 Weed Management in Nectarines
- HS93/WG020 Weed Management in Peaches
- HS94/WG021 Weed Management in Pears
- HS95/WG022 Weed Management in Pecans
- HS96/WG023 Weed Management in Plums
They provide tables of chemical weed control recommendations. Published by UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, November 2007.
IPM205/IN764 Resistant Cultivars for Florida Tomato and Pepper Production
IPM-205, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by G. McAvoy, is part of the Grower’s IPM Guide for Florida Tomato and Pepper Production. It discusses disease resistance in general, limitations, and resistance in tomato and pepper varieties. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, January 2008.
4H2.5/4H263: A Guide to Authorizing and Chartering 4-H Clubs or Affiliated Groups and Requirements for Tax-Exempt Status
4-H 2.5, a 4-page fact sheet by Marilyn Norman and Joy Jordan, details the processes and requirements necessary to charter a 4-H Club or affiliated group and to obtain tax-exempt status for a 4-H club or affiliated organziation. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, January 2008.
4HGCW20/4H013 4-H Club Planning Workbook
Revised! 4H-GCW-20, a 16-page, full color planning workbook, includes pages for recording club goals, calendar, and meeting plans; and standards of excellence checklist for 4-H clubs and groups. Published by UF 4-H Youth Development Program, November 2007.
4H5.7/4H257: Procedure for Handling 4-H Accounts—Tax Related Procedures
Revised! 4H5.7, a 3-page fact-sheet by Marilyn N. Norman and Joy C. Jordan, details correct tax procedures for 4-H clubs. Includes information on exemptions, state tax, and getting on the IRS list of charitable organizations. Published by UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, February 2007.
ENY-839/IN692 Thrips Monitoring in Florida Blueberries
ENY-839, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Gary K. England, Elena M. Rhodes and Oscar E. Liburd, describes techniques for monitoring populations of this key pest of both Rabbiteye and southern highbush blueberries in Florida. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, November 2006. htttp://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/IN692
FSHN07-07/FS143 Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Principle 6: Establish Verification Procedures
FSHN07-07, a 7-page fact sheet by Ronald H. Schmidt and Debby L. Newslow, describes the final HACCP principle, which consists of establishing verification procedures for the entire plan and ensuring that the system is operating correctly in accordance with the plan. Published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, August 2007. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FS143
Production of Biofuel Crops in Florida series
This series of illustrated fact sheets introduces growers to several potential biofuel crops for Florida, with assessments of potential, description of biology, production, potential yields, production challenges and estimated costs, environmental concerns, and references. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, January 2008.
- SS-AGR-291/AG296: Switchgrass
Yoana Newman, Curtis Rainbolt, Mary J. Williams and Joao Vendramini - SS-AGR-292/AG297: Miscanthus
John Erickson, Curtis Rainbolt and Yoana Newman - SS-AGR-293/AG298: Sweet Sorghum
Wilfred Vermerris, Curtis Rainbolt, David Wright and Yoana Newman - SS-AGR-294/AG299: Soybean
D.L. Wright, K. Boote and J.J. Marois - SS-AGR-295/AG300: Peanut
D.L. Wright - SS-AGR-296/AG301: Canola
D.L. Wright - SS-AGR-297/AG302: Elephantgrass
Kenneth R. Woodard and Lynn E. Sollenberger - SS-AGR-298/AG303: Sugarcane/Energycane
Curtis Rainbolt and Robert Gilbert
SS AGR 264/AG272 Bermudagrass: A Quick Reference
SS-AGR-264, a 3-page fact sheet by Yoana C. Newman, provides prospective growers with basic information about this second most planted warm-season perennial improved grass, touching briefly on its origin, use, adaptation, management practices, fertilization, weed control, pests and control. Includes a table comparing varieties. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AG272
SS-AGR-176/AG179 Fertilizing and Liming Forage Crops
Revised! SS-AGR-176, an 8-page fact sheet by Y.C. Newman, C. Mackowiak, R. Mylavaparu, and M. Silveira, provides a basic overview of nutrient management for forage crops and fertilization recommendations for specific forages. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AG179
PI-161/PI198 Transporting Pesticides and Understanding the Rules of the Road: Pest Control Businesses
PI-161, a 8-page illustrated fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, addresses the concern for transporting pesticides that are regarded as hazardous materials by the Secretary of Transportation. This document is specifically written to provide information for those who are in the pest control service industry. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, January 2008. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PI198