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Nebline, July 2013

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Feature: Integrated Pest Management in Nebraska Schools: Solving Pest Problems Effectively with Fewer Pesticides

Farm Views

Urban Agriculture

Food & Fitness

Home & Family Living

Horticulture

Environmental Focus

4-H & Youth

Community Focus

Extension Calendar

Nutrition Education Program

Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs

and other extension news and events

The Dilemma Of Members Of Farmers’ Cooperatives After Liberalisation Of Domestic Coffee Marketing: The Case Of Moshi And Rombo Districts, Tanzania, David Gongwe Mhando Dgm, Shigela K. Ganja, Eliza Monyo

Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences

The current economic and marketing reforms in Tanzania have not led to expected improvement in the productivity, incomes and overall livelihoods of coffee growers. Consequently, farmer’s cooperatives have been unable to satisfactorily provide the essential services to their members. This paper analyses the impact of market liberalisation to members of cooperatives. Data was collected by household surveys, FGD and interviews, whereby structured questionnaires and checklists were employed. The study found out that following market liberalisation, Agricultural Marketing Cooperative Societies (AMCOS) are disorganised and lack strong management. There is no substantial welfare improvement to AMCOS members due to the unpredictable pricing …

Humboldt County Agriculture Education: Forestry, Nursery, And Dairy Production, Alayna Renner

Agricultural Education and Communication

The purpose of this project was to create middle school agriculture curriculum for the top three agriculture commodities in Humboldt County. It was designed and created specifically for Humboldt County to educate the upcoming generations about the unique and diverse agriculture industry Humboldt County provides. It is hoped that this easy and ready to use curriculum will get the students interested and involved in the agriculture industry in the future years. It includes a teacher’s aide outline, student handouts, a Power Point, and an activity handout.

Nebline, June 2013

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Feature: Smart Family Finances

Farm Views

Urban Agriculture

Food & Fitness

Home & Family Living

Horticulture

Environmental Focus

4-H & Youth

Community Focus

Extension Calendar

Nutrition Education Program

Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs

and other extension news and events

Urban Agriculture Stormwater Management In California Cities, Rachel L. Cohen

Master's Theses

Cities within California are beginning to incorporate urban agriculture into their land use designations. Prompted by residents and local organizations, cities are hoping to capture the benefits that urban agriculture provides. Research has shown that urban agriculture renews and beautifies neighborhoods, provides healthy food choices, increases public health, has the potential to help with stormwater runoff, creates jobs, and fosters community. In the last few years, several California cities have made headlines as they have adopted new zoning codes that include urban agriculture.

In reviewing these new zoning codes and exploring the topic of urban agriculture, it became evident that …

Interview With Candace Russo, Linus Pauling Institute, 2013 (Audio), Candace Russo

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Interview of Candace Russo by Kevin Foster in Corvallis, Oregon on May 31st, 2013.

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Interview With Carter Latendresse, Catlin Gabel School, 2013 (Audio), Carter Latendresse

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Interview of Carter Latendresse by Carmen Vigil at Catlin Gabel School on May 30th, 2013.

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Interview With Linda Colwell, Eat, Think, Grow, 2013 (Audio), Linda Colwell

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Interview of Linda Colwell by Loraine Decker on May 24th, 2013.

Interview With Vida Shore, Alameda Elementary, 2013 (Audio), Vida Shore

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Interview of Vida Shore by Brianna Demko at Alameda Elementary in NE Portland, Oregon on May 24th, 2013.

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Interview With Maggie Michaels, Portland Public Schools, 2013 (Audio), Maggie Michaels

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Interview of Maggie Michaels by Carmen Vigil in NE Portland, Oregon on May 23rd, 2013.

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Interview With Richard "Brick" Street, Grant High School, 2013 (Audio), Richard Street

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Interview of Richard "Brick" Street by Ciji Dieringer at Grant High School in Portland, Oregon on May 22nd, 2013.

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Interview With Nicole Hoffmann, Abernathy School, 2013 (Audio), Nicole Hoffmann

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Interview of Nicole Hoffmann by Nichole Bull at Portland State University on May 21st, 2013.

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Interview With Courtney Leeds, Candy Lane Elementary, 2013 (Audio), Courtney Leeds

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Interview of Courtney Leeds by Nicole Bull at Candy Lane Elementary in Portland, Oregon on May 15th, 2013.

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Interview With Susan Wiencke, Madison High School, 2013 (Audio), Susan Wiencke

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Interview of Susan Wiencke by Ciji Dieringer on May 15th, 2013.

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Interview With Justin Davidson, Candy Lane Elementary, 2013 (Audio), Justin Davidson

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Interview of Justin Davidson by Nicole Bull at Candy Lane Elementary in Milwaukie, Oregon on May 15th, 2013.

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Interview With Kristine Garnero Obbink, Portland Public School, 2013 (Audio), Kristine Garnero Obbink

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Interview of Kristine Garnero Obbink by Loraine Decker at 705 N. Killingsworth St., Portland, Oregon on May 14th, 2013.

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Interview With Julie Corpron, Raleigh Park Elementary Garden, 2013 (Audio), Julie Corpron

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Interview of Julie Corpron by Margret Harburg May 14th, 2013.

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An Educational Video And Research Experiment On The Longevity Of Chicken Eggs, Kyle Patrick Mcdonald

Agricultural Education and Communication

The purpose of this project was to create a video designed to educate the public about chicken egg storage and refrigeration. The information in the video was based on a research experiment performed by the author, which was designed to measure the chronological decline of internal egg quality over a ten-week period. By creating an educational video about the longevity of chicken eggs, it is hoped that consumers will learn to keep their eggs past their sell-by dates. This project includes an educational video as well as an outline for a research project.

Final Evaluation Of The North East Agricultural Region (Near) Strategy, Andrew Blake, Don Burnside, Vicki Williams

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Nebline, May 2013

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Feature: Moving Toward a Healthier You

Farm Views

Urban Agriculture

Food & Fitness

Home & Family Living

Horticulture

Environmental Focus

4-H & Youth

Community Focus

Extension Calendar

Nutrition Education Program

Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs

and other extension news and events