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Ec95-740 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Metal Finishers, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
Ec95-740 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Metal Finishers, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Here's a Look at What's Ahead in the Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit for Metal Finishers:
• Pollution Prevention Contacts for EPA Regions VII and VIII>
• Why the Concern About Waste?>
• Getting Off to a Good Start>
• Hazardous Waste>
• Material Safety Data Sheets>
• Material Safety Data Sheets — A Closer Look>
• Pollution Prevention Strategies for Your Business, Through Changes in: Housekeeping and Maintenance, Inventory, Basic Operations, Equipment, Raw Materials, Process Technology, Waste Exchanges and Recycling>
• Ready to Begin Preventing Pollution?>
• Yard Waste, A Growing Concern>
• Blow Your Horn! Publicize Your Pollution …
Ec95-1873 Cultural Practices That Influence Wheat Diseases, John E. Watkins, Robert N. Klein, Paul C. Hay, Lenis Alton Nelson
Ec95-1873 Cultural Practices That Influence Wheat Diseases, John E. Watkins, Robert N. Klein, Paul C. Hay, Lenis Alton Nelson
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The health of a wheatcrop is determined well before the crop is planted. It is often the result of subtle factors in the management history of the field, including varieties, seed quality, seedbed, planting date, residue management and post harvest weed control. Wheat health management practices before the crop is planted must limit, as much as possible, the number of production hazards that must be dealt with after planting. Important diseases influenced by cultural practices include crown and root rot, wheat streak mosaic, soil-borne wheat mosaic, barley yellow dwarf, leaf rust, smut diseases, scab, Cephalosporium stripe and tan spot.
G95-1266 Environmental Considerations For Manure Application System Selection, Richard K. Koelsch
G95-1266 Environmental Considerations For Manure Application System Selection, Richard K. Koelsch
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Selection and operation of manure application equipment must consider environmental issues along with materials handling and economic factors.
Land application of livestock manure faces growing scrutiny because of potential surface and groundwater contamination and odor nuisances. Producers must consider features of a manure application system that enhance their ability to use manure's nutrients, and provide ways to minimize nuisances experienced by neighbors during manure application.
Ec95-743 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Autobody Repair Shops, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
Ec95-743 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Autobody Repair Shops, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Would you like to:
• Reduce your operating costs by using fewer materials and supplies?
• Reduce hazardous and nonhazardous waste transportation and disposal costs?
• Reduce liability and risks associated with hazardous waste?
• Reduce the paperwork and record keeping requirements associated with hazardous waste?
• Improve workplace safety and employee health?
• Help safeguard the environment?
• Improve your company's image?
• Increase your company's business activities?
If you answered "Yes," to any of the above questions, you may want to look at the materials in this pollution prevention tool kit.
Ec94-219 1995 Nebraska Swine Report, Rodger K. Johnson
Ec94-219 1995 Nebraska Swine Report, Rodger K. Johnson
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The 1995 Nebraska Swine Report was prepared by the staff in Animal Science and cooperating Departments for use in Extension, Teaching and Research programs. This publications deals with research on swine reproduction, breeding, health, nutrition, economics, and housing.
Ec95-273 Swine Nutrition Guide, Duane Reese, Robert C. Thaler, Mike Brumm, Austin J. Lewis, Philip S. Miller, George W. Libal
Ec95-273 Swine Nutrition Guide, Duane Reese, Robert C. Thaler, Mike Brumm, Austin J. Lewis, Philip S. Miller, George W. Libal
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This publication is a revision of the previous swine nutrition publication prepared by the Universityof Nebraska and South DakotaState University. The focus of the publication continues to be on nutrient recommendations for swine. Specific factors (nutritional, environmental and managerial) that affect nutrient recommendations have been considered and discussed. We believe that the identification and description of the factors provide the framework for the nutrient recommendations presented inTables 11 to 16. Industry advisors representing various facets of the pork industry were recruited to review and challenge the concepts incorporated in this publication. Also, in situations where “gray areas” existed, these industry …
G95-1250 Rust Of Dry Bean, James R. Steadman, H. F. Schwartz, Dale T. Lindgren
G95-1250 Rust Of Dry Bean, James R. Steadman, H. F. Schwartz, Dale T. Lindgren
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The symptoms, sources, spread and management of rust in dry edible beans is discussed in this NebGuide.
Rust is an important disease that affects dry beans in eastern Colorado, western Nebraska and adjacent regions. The disease is caused by the fungus Uromyces appendiculatus which has caused periodic epidemics in this region since the 1950s. Recent yield losses from the disease have exceeded 50 percent in some areas.
G95-1267 Manure Applicator Calibration, Richard K. Koelsch
G95-1267 Manure Applicator Calibration, Richard K. Koelsch
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Calibration methods for manure spreaders are discussed here.
Applying manure to land often is considered a waste disposal process rather than a fertilization process. Applying manure as a waste product is causing growing concerns about groundwater and surface water contamiantion. Increasing commercial fertilizer costs and regulatory mandates will encourage application of manure as a nutrient source in the future.
G95-1264 Storing Fresh Fruits And Vegetables, Susan D. Schoneweis, Durward Smith
G95-1264 Storing Fresh Fruits And Vegetables, Susan D. Schoneweis, Durward Smith
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The following NebGuide outlines proper storage methods and conditions for fresh fruits and vegetables.
Harvesting fruits and vegetables from your garden at the proper stage of maturity is only the first step to fresh table quality. Proper harvesting and post-harvest handling methods, as well as proper storage of fruits and vegetables not immediately eaten, will help maintain the flavor, texture and nutritive value of the produce.
Proper storage means controlling both the temperature and relative humidity of the storage area. All fruits and vegetables do not have the same requirements. This NebGuide will help you select the best storage conditions …
G95-1270 Sclerotinia Stem Rot Of Soybeans, James R. Steadman, S. Rutledge, D. Merrell, David Wysong
G95-1270 Sclerotinia Stem Rot Of Soybeans, James R. Steadman, S. Rutledge, D. Merrell, David Wysong
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Life cycle, symptoms, and control measures of sclerotinia stem rot of soybeans is discussed.
Sclerotinia stem rot of soybeans is caused by the fungus Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. This pathogen has an extremely wide host range and can affect more than 400 plant species, including oilseed, vegetable and forage legume crops. S. sclerotiorum has caused a disease known as white mold on dry edible beans in western Nebraska for 40 years, but it did not become a problem in soybeans until the 1990s. This fungal pathogen can be found on soybeans in Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. …
G95-1272 Blue Mustard Control, Gail A. Wicks, Drew J. Lyon, Robert N. Klein
G95-1272 Blue Mustard Control, Gail A. Wicks, Drew J. Lyon, Robert N. Klein
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Blue mustard is a serious weed in winter wheat and alfalfa in central and western Nebraska. This NebGuide discusses methods of control.
Blue mustard [Chorispora tenella (Pallas) D.C.] was introduced into the U.S. from Siberia in 1929 and was first reported in Lewiston, Idaho. It was identified in Keith County Nebraska in 1953.
Ec95-742 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Vehicle Maintenance Shops, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
Ec95-742 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Vehicle Maintenance Shops, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Would you like to:
• Reduce your operating costs by using fewer materials and supplies?
• Reduce hazardous and nonhazardous waste transportation and disposal costs?
• Reduce liability and risks associated with hazardous waste?
• Reduce the paperwork and record keeping requirements associated with hazardous waste?
• Improve workplace safety and employee health?
• Help safeguard the environment?
• Improve your company's image?
• Increase your company's business activities?
If you answered "Yes," to any of the above questions, you may want to look at the materials in this pollution prevention tool kit.
Ec95-741 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Drycleaners, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
Ec95-741 Pollution Prevention: A Tool Kit For Drycleaners, Janet R. Hygnstrom, Wayne Woldt, Mohamed F. Dahab
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Would you like to:
• Reduce your operating costs by using fewer materials and supplies?
• Reduce hazardous and nonhazardous waste transportation and disposal costs?
• Reduce liability and risks associated with hazardous waste?
• Reduce the paperwork and record keeping requirements associated with hazardous waste?
• Improve workplace safety and employee health?
• Help safeguard the environment?
• Improve your company's image?
• Increase your company's business activities?
If you answered "Yes," to any of the above questions, you may want to look at the materials in this pollution prevention tool kit.
Ec95-745 Managing Livestock Odors: Principles, Assessment And Planning, Richard K. Koelsch
Ec95-745 Managing Livestock Odors: Principles, Assessment And Planning, Richard K. Koelsch
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Odors associated with livestock manure represent a growing challenge for livestock producers. Livestock production trends such as more animals per farm and expanded reliance upon manure storage have added to the odor muisance. Implementing other environmentally friendly practices such as manure nutrient management and maintenance of surface crop residues for soil conservation also have resulted in additional odor challenges.
Odors originating from livestock wastes are a common source of irritation between producers and neighbors. Confrontations may lead to more stringent local zoning regulations, greater scrutiny of other farm environmental issues, and litigation.
This publication summarizes the underlying causes of livestock …
Nf95-218 Conjunctive Use Policy Options, William Miller
Nf95-218 Conjunctive Use Policy Options, William Miller
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Background
The hydrologic cycle controls water available for use. Rainfall, evaporation, runoff, percolation, and transpiration combine to influence the water available at a specific location at a particular point in time. The speed at which water moves among stages in the hydrologic cycle and the amount of time it spends in storage at any stage affects water availability to users. The conjunctive use issue refers to the portion of the hydrologic cycle where groundwater and surface water interface and influence each other.
Users who couldn't depend on an irregular flow of water over time developed systems that modify the variable …
G95-1268 Lettuce And Other Salad Greens, Susan D. Schoneweis
G95-1268 Lettuce And Other Salad Greens, Susan D. Schoneweis
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide discusses different salad greens, their uses and nutritional value.
Lettuce has been an important part of human diets since ancient times. It was customary for the Romans to precede their gargantuan banquets with refreshing lettuce salads in the belief that lettuce enhanced the appetite and relaxed the alimentary canal. It had other uses, too. Dried lettuce juice was used to aid sleep in Elizabethan times and through World War II lactucarium, a sedative made from wild lettuce extracts, was used in hospitals¹. Today, lettuce is used as the main ingredient in most salads and it is joined by …
G95-1251 Biological Control Of Insect And Mite Pests, Robert J. Wright
G95-1251 Biological Control Of Insect And Mite Pests, Robert J. Wright
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The advantages and disadvantages of the three forms of biological control of insect and mite pests -- classical, augmentation and conservation -- are discussed.
Biological control is the conscious use of living beneficial organisms, called natural enemies, to control pests. Biological control should be an important part of any integrated pest management program, an approach which combines a variety of pest control methods to reduce pest levels below an economic threshold. Virtually all insect and mite pests have some natural enemies. Managing these natural enemies can effectively control many pests. Often the use of insecticides or other practices can injure …