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- PublicationDairies, swine operations, beef cattle feedlots, and poultry houses generate substantial amounts of manure. This by-product is an excellent source of nutrients that can be used to feed plants. This...
- PublicationThis publication provides detailed information about residing, farming, and ranching in bear country and how to minimize human-bear conflict. This article will identify common attractants and potential deterrents that people...
- PublicationLiquid petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, and heating fuels are often stored in aboveground or underground storage tanks. These tanks can leak or spill, allowing contaminants to move through...
- PublicationHigh levels of nitrates in drinking water can be harmful to very young infants and susceptible adults. This publication explains how people are exposed to nitrates, what health effects are...
- Publication...water supply from contaminants and follow strict requirements for well siting and construction. This publication explains how to make sure that your water well meets the state requirements. (3 pages)...
- PublicationFarm operations can be hazardous to children, as they are exposed to machinery, confined spaces, animals and livestock, chemicals, respiratory irritants, toxic gases, and extreme environmental conditions. This publication discusses...
- Course...participants will work towards developing a business plan with plenty of support from professionals who specialize in different fields. Topics covered in the school include: How to start an agricultural...
- Lab...graduate students at the facility focus on a range of urban and structural pests including termites, ants and cockroaches among others. They develop, implement and evaluate biological control systems and...
- PublicationWeed management on native rangeland is a common practice to increase grass production, control poisonous plants, control seedling brush species, and provide some level of brush suppression on mature brush...
- Publication...birds' daily and seasonal movements and the effects of predation and diseases on their survival. There is a thorough discussion of the kinds and amounts of food and cover plants...