ENY-740S, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Jorge R. Rey, is the Spanish language version of ENY-740, “Emerging Infectious Diseases.” It describes what emerging infectious 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, September 2007.
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HS1105/HS143 Longan from Florida
HS-1105, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by A.R. Rafie, Jonathan Crane, Carlos Balerdi, Steven Sargent, provides an overview of longan production in Florida, its description, supply calendar, how it is packed for shipment, postharvest and preparation. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, July 2007.
HS1115/HS357 Optimum In-row Distance for Eggplant Production and Economic Returns
HS-1115, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Bielinski M. Santos, presents the results of research to determine appropriate in-row distances for eggplant in Florida and to determine the best economic returns of this practice. Published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, May 2007.
PP237/PP159 Plectosporium Blight of Cucurbits
PP-237, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by J. Stacy Strickland, Gary K. England, and Robert J. McGovern, discusses this relatively new disease of cucurbits, its disease cycle, symptoms, and management. Includes a table of fungicides recommended for use in pumpkin and squash. Published by the UF Department of Plant Pathology, September 2007.
VM169/VM131 Hoof Wall Cracks in Cattle
VM-169, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Jan K. Shearer, describes vertical and horizontal wall cracks as important disorders in cattle that are indicative of physiological change or complications of disease or other stressor. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, August 2007.
SL135/SS186 Producer Soil Test Information Sheet
Revised! SL-135, a 2-page form for the UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory, must accompany soil samples submitted to the UF/IFAS Extension Soil Testing Laboratory by Florida agricultural producers. Includes important information for sample collection and submission, and crop and analysis codes. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, August 2007.
SL251/SS474 Cleaning Up Petroleum Releases to Soil
SL-251, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Diane Racine, Maria L. Silveira, James W. Jawitz, provides basic guidelines for timely cleanup of petroleum spills or releases. It discusses categories of petroleum, reporting requirements, cleanup operations, soil removal, and land farming. Includes a flow chart and references. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, September 2007.
SL247/SS467 Improving Citrus Nitrogen Uptake Efficiency: Effective Irrigation Scheduling
SL-247, a 13-page illustrated document by K. T. Morgan and E. A. Hanlon, addresses citrus irrigation scheduling and its relationship to both nutrition and fertilizer management. Includes additional resources. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Sciences, August 2007.
Cir860/MG097 Flowering Vines for Florida
Revised! Circular 860, a 15-page publication by Sydney Park Brown and Gary W. Knox, introduces the homeowner to the many flowering vines that thrive in Florida's mild climate, how they climb, how to choose the right planting site, selecting vines, planting and care. Includes a 9-page table providing cultural information and growth characteristics for some of the most desirable vines for Florida. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, August 2007.
ENH 1071/EP337 Bromeliads at a Glance
ENH-1071, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by Sydney Park Brown, provides basic information on these fascinating easy-to-grow, low-maintenance epiphytic plants that can be enjoyed indoors, outdoors in containers, or in the southern Florida landscapes, including blooming and propagation and pests. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, July 2007.
ENH-68/MG035 Perennial Gardening in Florida
Revised! ENH-68, an 11-page fact sheet by Sydney Park Brown, describes herbaceous plants that, once established, can become a more permanent part of the landscape — selection and use, planting and care, propagation, and pests and diseases. Includes a 7-page table of useful information for selecting and growing flowering perennials in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Environmental Horticulture, February 2007.
Florida’s Environment series
The Florida Environment series, by Martin B. Main and Ginger M. Allen is published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, July 2007.
WEC229/UW268: The Florida Environment: An Overview
WEC230/UW269: Florida's Environment – Northwest Region
WEC231/UW270: Florida's Environment – Northeast Region
WEC232/UW271:Florida's Environment – North Central Region
WEC233/UW272: Florida's Environment – Central West Region
WEC234/UW273: Florida's Environment – Central Region
WEC235/UW274: Florida's Environment – Central East Region
WEC236/UW275: Florida's Environment – Southwest Region
WEC237/UW276: Florida's Environment – Southeast Region
FCS2152-Span/FY974: Entrenamiento para el Uso del Baño
FCS2152-Span, a 3-page fact sheet by Millie Ferrer and Sara McCrea, is the Spanish version of “Toilet Training” (FSC2152) and will help parents understand when children are ready to start toilet-training, how to get the process started, and what to expect. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, September 2007.
FCS8145-Span/FY997: Prevenga la Osteoporosis: Atrape al Ladrón Silencioso
FCS8145-Span, an 11-page fact sheet by Linda Bobroff, is the Spanish version of “Prevent Osteoporsosis: Stop the Silent Thief.” It provides statistics and facts about osteoporosis and information about how to stop this “silent thief” of bone density. Includes calcium-rich recipes. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, September 2007.
FCS8847/FY998 Healthy Living: Are You at Risk for Dehydration?
FCS8847, a 1-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, 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, September 2007.
PP239/PP160 A Series on Diseases in the Florida Vegetable Garden: Squash
PP-239, an 8-page illustrated fact sheet by Pamela Roberts, Rosa Muchovej, Tom Kucharek, Ken Pernezny, and Timur Momol, describes microorganisms that cause plant diseases, including fungi, bacteria and viruses, plus specific squash diseases. Includes tips for disease prevention for squash. Published by the UF Department of Plant Pathology, September 2007.
FCS8641-Span/FY948: Datos Sobre la Vitamina E
FCS8641-Span, a 2-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, is the Spanish version of “Facts about Vitamin E” (FCS8641). It explains the importance of vitamin E 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, September 2007.
FCS8666-Span/FY940: Datos Sobre la Vitamina K
FCS8666-Span, a 2-page fact sheet by R. Elaine Turner, is the Spanish version of “Facts about Vitamin K” (FCS8641). It explains the importance of vitamin K 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, September 2007.
FCS8738-Span/FY987: Tomates y otras Verduras de Semilla: Practicas Seguras para Consumidores
FCS8738-Span, a 2-page factsheet by Amy Simonne, is the Spanish version of Tomatoes and other Seeed-bearing Vegetables: Safe Handling Practices for Consumers (FCS8738). It gives guidelines and details on how to safely shop for and prepare seed-bearing vegetables, such as tomatoes and peppers. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, September 2007.
FCS8742-Span/FY956: Frutas: Practicas de Cuidado de Manejo para los Consumidores
FCS8742-Span, a 2-page fact sheet by Amy Simonne, is the Spanish version of Pome and Stone Fruits: Safe Handling Practices for Consumers (FCS8742). It gives guidelines and details on how to safely shop for and prepare pome and stone fruits, such as peaches and apples. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, September 2007.