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Bed Bugs: For Pest Control Operators, Ryan S. Davis
Bed Bugs: For Pest Control Operators, Ryan S. Davis
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Over the past decade reports of bed bug infestations (Cimicidae: Cimex lectularius) throughout North America and abroad have been on the rise. Accordingly, bed bug submissions to the Utah Plant Pest Diagnostic Lab have also been increasing.
Bed Bugs: For Homeowners, Ryan S. Davis, Erin W. Hodgson, Jay B. Karren, Alan H. Roe
Bed Bugs: For Homeowners, Ryan S. Davis, Erin W. Hodgson, Jay B. Karren, Alan H. Roe
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Bed bugs are notorious around the world for their impact on humans and have been recognized as important pests for hundreds of years. Infestations were common before World War II, but heavy insecticide use eliminated most bed bugs in North America for almost 30 years.
Level 1b - Fleece Tied Pillow - 204, Ronda Olsen, Debra Proctor, Karen Biers
Level 1b - Fleece Tied Pillow - 204, Ronda Olsen, Debra Proctor, Karen Biers
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As you prepare to make your Fleece Tied Pillow, you will need to decide whether you want to make a 14, 16, or 18" pillow.
Level 1an - Holes And Ridges Knitted Dishcloth - 103, Debra Proctor
Level 1an - Holes And Ridges Knitted Dishcloth - 103, Debra Proctor
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Cotton yarn is a good yarn to use for a dishcloth. It is absorbent, stronger wet than dry, machine washable and can be bleached if needed. These dishcloths are easy and fun to make. Make several and give them as gifts.
Considerations In Raising Small Backyard Flocks Of Poultry In Population-Dense Communities, David D. Frame
Considerations In Raising Small Backyard Flocks Of Poultry In Population-Dense Communities, David D. Frame
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During these times of economic challenge many people are considering raising a few chickens in the backyard to augment their food supply. This has raised numerous questions ranging from how to feed chickens to addressing local animal-keeping ordinances. Often, the answers are a work in progress for many communities. The following considerations should be taken into account.
Small Acreage Irrigation System Selection, James V. Barnhill, Robert W. Hill, Ronald Patterson
Small Acreage Irrigation System Selection, James V. Barnhill, Robert W. Hill, Ronald Patterson
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Irrigation has been an essential part of Utah’s agricultural production since pioneer days. Utah’s 1.3 million irrigated acres are primarily watered with surface irrigation methods.
Iris Yellow Spot Virus In Onions, Kent Evans, Erin Frank
Iris Yellow Spot Virus In Onions, Kent Evans, Erin Frank
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Before deciding to take any pest control action, be sure you have correctly identified the pest (insect, mite, disease, weed, vertebrate, etc.). Proper pest identification is essential for determining if control is necessary and for selection of the best suited control options.
Take-All Patch In Turf, Erin Frank, Kent Evans
Take-All Patch In Turf, Erin Frank, Kent Evans
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Subterranean termites are social insects with a caste system, and belong to the order Isoptera and family Termititae. These termites are closely related to drywood (Kalotermitidae) and dampwood (Termopsidae) termites.
Dothistroma Needle Blight, Erin Frank, Kent Evans
Dothistroma Needle Blight, Erin Frank, Kent Evans
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A landscape design should meet the needs of the people who will use and maintain the area while incorporating the site’s existing environmental conditions into the design. Water is a limiting resource in Utah, so designing the landscape to efficiently use water is important. Conserving water in the landscape can be accomplished by selecting low water use plants, designing and scheduling irrigation systems efficiently, grouping plants according to their water requirements, and using hardscaping materials (patios, stone paths, decks, etc.) appropriately to reduce the area requiring irrigation.
Molting And Determining Production Of Laying Hens, David D. Frame
Molting And Determining Production Of Laying Hens, David D. Frame
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Genetically predisposed yellow-skinned chicken breeds (e.g., Mediterranean and Continental) fed a diet containing xanthophyll will exhibit a yellow color to fat, skin, beak, legs, and feet.
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
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Recording Proper Outdoor Lighting, Stephen Sagers, Ron Patterson
Recording Proper Outdoor Lighting, Stephen Sagers, Ron Patterson
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The function of a camera is to record light rays. A digital camera records light rays in an electronic code. When taking pictures outdoors regulating the sun’s light influences quality more than any other non-camera factor.
Prince's Plume In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
Prince's Plume In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch, Graham Hunter
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