EDIS Update

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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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, 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.

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, 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, 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, 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 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.

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.

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.

Revised! FCS-8145, a 10-page factsheet by Linda Bobroff, provides statistics and facts about osteoporosis and information about how to stop this “silent thief” of bone density. Includes calcium-rich recipes. Revised to reflect new statistics. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2007.

FCS-8753-Span, a 2-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan and Anne Kendall, is the Spanish version of “Living Actively for Good Health: Older Adults” (FCS8753). It encourages older adults to engage in regular physical activity, listing the advantages of this practice and suggesting ways to overcome possible barriers and stay safe. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, May 2007.

FCS-8847-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, is the Spanish version of “Healthy Living: Are You At Risk of Dehydration?” (FCS8847). It provides a short quiz users can take to find out if they are at risk for dehydration and subsequent problems. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, June 2007.

AEC-384, a 4-page fact sheet by Lutz, A.E., Swisher, M.E., and Brennan, M.A., provides background and history of the concept of community food security. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, May 2007.

AEC-384, a 4-page fact sheet by A.E. Lutz, N.T. Place and M.E. Swisher, defines community food security and identifies its importance for extension agents in Florida. Includes references and a table corresponding community food security concepts and extension focus areas. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, May 2007.

WEC-223, a 7-page fact sheet by Emma. V. Willcox, Brandon J. Schad, William M. Giuliano, and James F. Selph, describes how and why to add food plots to habitats being managed for white-tailed deer. It discusses considerations for location, size, shape and distribution; what to plant; how to plant, fertilize, and lime the plot; and economic considerations. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, May 2007.