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G92-1107 Elm Leaf Beetle, David L. Keith, Frederick P. Baxendale, James A. Kalisch
G92-1107 Elm Leaf Beetle, David L. Keith, Frederick P. Baxendale, James A. Kalisch
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
History, identification, and indoor and outdoor control of the elm leaf beetle are discussed.
The elm leaf beetle is an imported pest, first found in the United States in 1834. Common throughout Nebraska, it is almost exclusively a pest of elms, including the American, Siberian and other varieties. Japanese Zelkova is also readily attacked. Adults (beetles) vary in color from yellow to olive green, and have a black stripe near the outside of each wing cover. They can be confused with other beetles of similar appearance (western corn rootworm, striped cucumber beetle), but they are distinctive in that they occur …
G92-1095 Equine Internal Parasites, Don Hudson, Dale Grotelueschen, Duane Rice
G92-1095 Equine Internal Parasites, Don Hudson, Dale Grotelueschen, Duane Rice
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Effective control programs for equine internal parasites.
All horses have internal parasites. Ninety percent of all the colic cases may be related to blood vessel damage caused by the migrating larvae of Strongylus vulgaris (blood worms). Fifty percent of the deaths in horses may be related to internal parasites.
Internal parasites have adapted themselves to the internal environment of their host animal and have become host-specific. Horse parasites can only exist in horses and cattle parasites only in cattle. If a cow eats the eggs or larvae of a horse parasite (or vice versa), the life cycle of the parasite …
G92-1094 Controlling External Swine Parasites, John B. Campbell, Barbara Straw
G92-1094 Controlling External Swine Parasites, John B. Campbell, Barbara Straw
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Mixing, safety, restrictions, and precautions for insecticides used to control external swine parasites.
Hog Lice and Mange Mites
External parasites of swine include the hog louse and two species of mange mites (the common itch mite and the less common hog follicle mite). Excessive scratching and rubbing by pigs nearly always indicate an infestation of hog lice or mange mites.
Hog lice and mange mites infest a high percentage of swine slaughtered at Midwest slaughter plants.
Nf92-70 Emergency Flood Information: Salvaging Damaged Clothing, Rose Marie Tondl
Nf92-70 Emergency Flood Information: Salvaging Damaged Clothing, Rose Marie Tondl
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses care for items of clothing damaged by flooding.
G92-1124 Converting Center Pivot Sprinkler Packages: System Considerations, Joel E. Cahoon, Norman Klocke, William L. Kranz
G92-1124 Converting Center Pivot Sprinkler Packages: System Considerations, Joel E. Cahoon, Norman Klocke, William L. Kranz
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebGuide points out some of the system-oriented factors that should be considered when changing sprinkler packages on a center pivot irrigation system. Irrigators using existing center pivots may be interested in changing sprinkler packages for a number of reasons: to take advantage of new sprinkler technology, to overcome a poor design on the original package, to reduce energy requirements, or simply to replace worn sprinklers on an older machine.
G92-1097 Root And Crown Rot: Winterkill Complex Of Winter Wheat, John E. Watkins, Ben Doupnik, Jr., Eric D. Kerr, Robert N. Klein
G92-1097 Root And Crown Rot: Winterkill Complex Of Winter Wheat, John E. Watkins, Ben Doupnik, Jr., Eric D. Kerr, Robert N. Klein
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Root and crown rot--winterkill complex is discussed, including nature of the complex, symptoms, control, and management rationale. Root and crown rot of winter wheat is an interrelated disease complex caused by the interaction of infection of roots and crowns by Bipolaris sorokiniana and/or Fusarium graminearum and harsh winter conditions. It is an insidious, persistent and inconspicuous disease complex that reduces wheat yields each year. In extreme cases, entire fields or large areas within fields are killed. The ultimate effect is loss of stands, poor plant vigor, reduced yield and lower grain quality.
G92-1103 White Mold Of Dry Beans, James R. Steadman, Howard F. Schwartz, Eric D. Kerr
G92-1103 White Mold Of Dry Beans, James R. Steadman, Howard F. Schwartz, Eric D. Kerr
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
White mold symptoms, infection and control are covered here.
One of the most important diseases affecting dry beans in western Nebraska and Colorado is white mold caused by the fungus Sclerotinia sclerotiorum. In a recent year, losses from this disease averaged as high as 20 percent, with a few individual field losses exceeding 65 percent.
G92-1090 Black Dot Disease Of Potato, Alexander D. Pavlista, Eric D. Kerr, Robert B. O'Keefe
G92-1090 Black Dot Disease Of Potato, Alexander D. Pavlista, Eric D. Kerr, Robert B. O'Keefe
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The cause, symptom, disease cycle, influencing factors, effects and control of black dot are described. Black dot of potato, a disease caused by the fungus Colletotrichum coccodes, was recognized in Australia and Europe, then was observed and described in Canada in 1921. Since then this disease has spread to many potato production areas of the United States; its occurrence was first reported in Nebraska in 1988. In the past few years, black dot has been recognized on infected potato tissue from several areas of the state. The increased incidence of black dot in Nebraska may have been favored by high …
Nf92-88 Nebraska Solar Energy Companies, Ann Ziebarth
Nf92-88 Nebraska Solar Energy Companies, Ann Ziebarth
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Energy conservation measures are the first step that most households can make to reduce their contribution to the energy glut. For people interested in more significant changes using solar energy is one alternative. This NebFact identifies Nebraska firms that either manufacture or distribute solar energy equipment.
Nf92-101 Marriage Burnout, Herbert G. Lingren
Nf92-101 Marriage Burnout, Herbert G. Lingren
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Marriage burnout, while painful, can give a couple the chance to examine their marriage and provide a trigger for growth. The couple who learns to cope with it often emerges with an even better, richer, more exciting marriage.
Nf92-62 Dietary Fiber, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-62 Dietary Fiber, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses dietary fiber.
Nf92-61 Fats In The Diet, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-61 Fats In The Diet, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses the nutritive value of fats.
Nf92-75 Iron, H. Darlene Martin, Harriet Kohn
Nf92-75 Iron, H. Darlene Martin, Harriet Kohn
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses iron in the diet.
Nf92-73 Nutrition And The Athlete: Fueling Your Sport, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-73 Nutrition And The Athlete: Fueling Your Sport, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Increased activity brought on by participating in workouts, training or competition requires extra energy intake. Dietary plans that provide the most efficient energy sources will help to fuel the athlete for success. A diet built around high levels of complex carbohydrates protein intake is the best approach.
Nf92-72 Nutrition And The Athlete: Fluid Replacements, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-72 Nutrition And The Athlete: Fluid Replacements, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
Of all nutritional concerns for athletes the most critical is proper fluid hydration. One of the key functions of fluid for the athlete is for body temperature control. Lack of this element above all others can hinder performance and lead to more serious complications.
Nf92-98 Good Manufacturing Practices For Apple Cider Mills, Susan S. Sumner, Durward A. Smith
Nf92-98 Good Manufacturing Practices For Apple Cider Mills, Susan S. Sumner, Durward A. Smith
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses sanitation procedures for apple cider mills.
Nf92-57 Food Safety For Temporary Food Service Establishments, Julie A. Albrecht
Nf92-57 Food Safety For Temporary Food Service Establishments, Julie A. Albrecht
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses food safety practices for temporary food service establishments.
Nf92-102 Turkey Basics, Julie A. Albrecht
Nf92-102 Turkey Basics, Julie A. Albrecht
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact discusses the handling and cooking of turkey.
Nf92-100 Food Safety Thermometer, Julie A. Albrecht, Susan S. Sumner
Nf92-100 Food Safety Thermometer, Julie A. Albrecht, Susan S. Sumner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact offers a food thermometer for food safety.
Nf92-99 Emergency Food Safety, Julie A. Albrecht
Nf92-99 Emergency Food Safety, Julie A. Albrecht
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact offers suggestions for saving food after natural disasters.
Nf92-66 Nutrition And The Athlete: General Guidelines, Pre- And Post-Game Advice, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-66 Nutrition And The Athlete: General Guidelines, Pre- And Post-Game Advice, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The following information porvides a quick look at what works best in nutritional care for the athlete. For more information consult a professional who is trained in sports nutrition.
Nf92-96 Nebraska Master Mix, Harriet Kohn
Nf92-96 Nebraska Master Mix, Harriet Kohn
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
This NebFact offers a master mix and many recipies for quick breads.
Nf92-71 Nutrition And The Athlete: Vitamin And Mineral Supplements, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-71 Nutrition And The Athlete: Vitamin And Mineral Supplements, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
For the public as well as for athletes, vitamin/mineral supplements are frequently used nutritional supplements. Much of this use represents an expensive and wasted effort. Well-planned diets can meet most of the vitamin and mineral needs of people.
Nf92-67 Nutrition And The Athlete: Weight Control For Wrestlers, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-67 Nutrition And The Athlete: Weight Control For Wrestlers, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The American College of Sports Medicine warns that weight cutting through a combination of food restriction, fluid deprivation and dehydration can be harmful Restrictions of food and/or fluid can hinder normal growth and development in young athletes, impair performance, and endanger the wrestler's health. Coaches and trainers must consider the long-term needs of their student athletes.
Nf92-74 Nutrition And The Athlete: Protein Needs, Linda S. Boeckner
Nf92-74 Nutrition And The Athlete: Protein Needs, Linda S. Boeckner
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials
The following information explores some of the misconceptions about athletes' protein needs. In spite of current knowledge about protein use in the body, there is still an improper belief that protein supplements will result in a more well-muscled and efficient body. Please read on for an update on protein needs for athletes.