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Nf91-33 Handling Eggs Safely At Home, Julie A. Albrecht, Alice Henneman
Nf91-33 Handling Eggs Safely At Home, Julie A. Albrecht, Alice Henneman
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses egg handling safely.
Nf91-24 A Cash Flow Technique To Use In Household Budgeting, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-24 A Cash Flow Technique To Use In Household Budgeting, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses reducing family food expenses.
G91-1020 Plumbing Systems Of Agricultural Sprayers, Robert D. Grisso, David L. Varner, Robert N. Klein
G91-1020 Plumbing Systems Of Agricultural Sprayers, Robert D. Grisso, David L. Varner, Robert N. Klein
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Properly adjusting and maintaining the plumbing systems of agricultural sprayers can improve the efficiency and uniformity of chemical applications. The plumbing systems of agricultural sprayers are usually considered foolproof. Sprayer problems may occur however, when plumbing and/or modifications are improperly done or maintenance is ignored. Retrofitting, addition of electrical control systems, and replacement of pumps or nozzles require knowledge of the plumbing system and how changes will affect sprayer performance. Routine maintenance of the plumbing systems is essential.
Nf91-44 Ineffectiveness Of Home Remedy Dye Setting Treatments, Rose Marie Tondl
Nf91-44 Ineffectiveness Of Home Remedy Dye Setting Treatments, Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses methods for setting dyes in fabrics.
Nf91-47 Micro-Fibers, Rose Marie Tondl
Nf91-47 Micro-Fibers, Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses the advancements of micro-fibers in the clothing industry.
G91-1019 Set Up Of Tillage, Planting And Directed Spray Equipment, Elbert C. Dickey, Robert Grisso, Alex Martin
G91-1019 Set Up Of Tillage, Planting And Directed Spray Equipment, Elbert C. Dickey, Robert Grisso, Alex Martin
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses how to set up and operate liquid herbicide application equipment on tillage, planting and directed spray equipment.
Some herbicides require incorporation to obtain consistent weed control. Maintaining residue cover to reduce soil loss on erodible soils makes it necessary to incorporate herbicide while minimizing tillage. This need, combined with many row crop producers' preference for band application to reduce herbicide costs, creates some application challenges.
Nf91-43 Blossom End Rot In Tomatoes, Laurie Hodges, Don Steinegger
Nf91-43 Blossom End Rot In Tomatoes, Laurie Hodges, Don Steinegger
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses the causes, prevention and treatment of blossom end rot in tomatoes.
G91-1036 Environmental Stresses And Tree Health, Jon S. Wilson, Mark O. Harrell
G91-1036 Environmental Stresses And Tree Health, Jon S. Wilson, Mark O. Harrell
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide is intended to help tree owners identify tree health problems caused by environmental factors, and ways to prevent or reduce damage.
Environmental stresses cause many health problems of Nebraska trees. Hot and cold temperatures, drying winds, poor soil and root conditions and man's activities can cause direct damage to leaves, bark and roots, and can predispose trees to secondary insect and disease attack. Maintaining a tree in good condition through proper maintenance can prevent many environmentally related health problems.
G91-1035 Tree Injuries -- Prevention And Care (Revised July 2002), Dave Mooter, Mike Kuhns
G91-1035 Tree Injuries -- Prevention And Care (Revised July 2002), Dave Mooter, Mike Kuhns
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
It takes proper care and maintenance to keep trees healthy and safe. This is a guide toward that objective.
It has been said that a tree is not planted until it has been in the ground five years. This is especially true in Nebraska, where trees are sometimes difficult to grow.
Nf91-39 Precipitation And Sprinkler Irrigation Monitoring For Managing Irrigation Scheduling, Steve Meyer, Kenneth Hubbard
Nf91-39 Precipitation And Sprinkler Irrigation Monitoring For Managing Irrigation Scheduling, Steve Meyer, Kenneth Hubbard
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses precipitation and sprinkler irrigation monitoring for managing irrigation scheduling.
G91-1029 Preventing Fruiting In Woody Plants, Don Steinegger
G91-1029 Preventing Fruiting In Woody Plants, Don Steinegger
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide covers what to use to prevent fruiting or remove fruit from ornamental landscape trees and shrubs.
The ideal shrub or tree for a home landscape is one that is aesthetically pleasing, architecturally suitable, and adapted to its site. Aesthetically, plants with season-long foliage and fall color are desirable. The landscape value of these plants increase if they also produce flowers and fruits.
Despite the increased value of a flowering plant, some people consider spent flowers and fruits undesirable litter, especially when they fall on driveways and sidewalks. Also, plants producing edible fruit and serving as landscape plants require …
G91-1015 Perennials, Don Steinegger, Anne Streich
G91-1015 Perennials, Don Steinegger, Anne Streich
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide describes perennial flowers that will withstand Nebraska's winters outdoors and that will bloom within the growing season.
Herbaceous perennials normally live for many years under local growing conditions, dying back to the ground each winter. They vary in height, leaf texture and flower color, and are the backbone of the flower garden for many home gardeners.
Nf91-16 Removing Smoke Odors From Clothing, Rose Marie Tondl
Nf91-16 Removing Smoke Odors From Clothing, Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses proper removal of smoke odors from clothing.
G91-1000 Guidelines For Soil Sampling, Richard B. Ferguson, K.D. Frank, Gary W. Hergert, Edwin J. Penas, Richard A. Wiese
G91-1000 Guidelines For Soil Sampling, Richard B. Ferguson, K.D. Frank, Gary W. Hergert, Edwin J. Penas, Richard A. Wiese
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Soil test values are no better than the soil samples you collect. Proper soil sampling procedures must be followed to obtain meaningful test results for fertilizer decisions.
The best guideline for determining fertilizer needs is a reliable analysis of a soil sample that is representative of the field. Proper procedures must be followed to collect representative soil samples.
Nf91-7 Communicating About Money, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-7 Communicating About Money, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact offers suggestions for communicating about money.
Nf91-36 Growing Safflower In Nebraska, Drew J. Lyon, David D. Baltensperger, Ray Sall, Eric Kerr
Nf91-36 Growing Safflower In Nebraska, Drew J. Lyon, David D. Baltensperger, Ray Sall, Eric Kerr
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses safflower production in the Nebraska Panhandle.
Nf91-35 Amaranth Grain Production In Nebraska, David D. Baltensperger, Drew J. Lyon, Lenis Alton Nelson, Alan J. Corr
Nf91-35 Amaranth Grain Production In Nebraska, David D. Baltensperger, Drew J. Lyon, Lenis Alton Nelson, Alan J. Corr
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses amaranth grain production in Nebraska.
Nf91-32 A Quick Consumer Guide To Safe Food Handling, Dennis Burson, Julie A. Albrecht
Nf91-32 A Quick Consumer Guide To Safe Food Handling, Dennis Burson, Julie A. Albrecht
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact provides strategies to avoid foodborne illnesses.
Nf91-27 A Discussion Of 'Greenhouse' Gases, Steve Meyer, Ken Hubbard
Nf91-27 A Discussion Of 'Greenhouse' Gases, Steve Meyer, Ken Hubbard
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses greenhouse gasses.
Nf91-4 How To Balance Your Checkbook, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-4 How To Balance Your Checkbook, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This Nebfact has steps for balancing a checkbook.
Nf91-3 Setting Reasonable Debt Limits, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-3 Setting Reasonable Debt Limits, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact assists in finding an appropriate debt level.
Nf91-13 Winter Home Shutdown, Monica Braun, Anne Ziebarth
Nf91-13 Winter Home Shutdown, Monica Braun, Anne Ziebarth
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact offers suggestions for winterizing homes that will be vacant.
Nf91-12 "Living" Trust: Cause For Consumer Concern, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-12 "Living" Trust: Cause For Consumer Concern, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses warnings about possible scams related to living trusts in Nebraska.
Nf91-21 Cutting Family Living Food Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-21 Cutting Family Living Food Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses reducing family food expenses.
Nf91-42 Farm Lease Termination, J. David Aiken
Nf91-42 Farm Lease Termination, J. David Aiken
Agricultural Research Division: News and Annual Reports
This NebFact examines the types of farm leases available and the necessary steps to termination.
G91-1101 Peach Leaf Curl And Related Diseases, L.V. Coziahr, David S. Wysong
G91-1101 Peach Leaf Curl And Related Diseases, L.V. Coziahr, David S. Wysong
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The identification, causes and control of peach leaf curl and related diseases are discussed.
Peach leaf curl is a common and widespread disease of peaches. In Nebraska it is found wherever peaches are grown, but it is usually not severe in the drier areas of western Nebraska. The disease is favored by the milder, wetter climate of eastern Nebraska.
Nf91-45 Ramie, Rose Marie Tondl
Nf91-45 Ramie, Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses ramie.
Nf91-9 Financial Planning When Called To Active Military Duty, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-9 Financial Planning When Called To Active Military Duty, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact lists important financial management considerations for persons on active military duty.
Nf91-8 Individual Vs. Group Health Insurance, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-8 Individual Vs. Group Health Insurance, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact examines the pros and cons of individual and group health insurance.
Nf91-2 Acquiring Credit, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
Nf91-2 Acquiring Credit, Kathy Prochaska-Cue
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Acquiring credit means you can use someone else's money for a certain period of time to expand your immediate purchasing power. Being aware of the types of consumer credit and the ways in which you are protected by law will help you get the most out of your money.