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- Entomology Image Gallery
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This is a large collection of images of various insects.
- A Homeowner's Guide to Living with Bears
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Added: April 17, 2008 - Microsprinkler Irrigation for Cold Protection of Florida Citrus
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More than nearly any other factor, freezes have caused some of the most dramatic changes in fruit supply, availability, and price. Thus, any method that provides some cold protection can be of major importance to citrus growers. Many cold protection methods have been used over the years. These methods include heaters, wind machines, fog generators, high volume over-tree irrigation, and low volume undertree microsprinkler irrigation. Low volume undertree microsprinkler irrigation is an alternative method for partial frost protection and can be more affordable than other methods (Fig. 1). Microsprinklers have proven effective during several freeze nights in central Florida tests. In addition to frost protection, microsprinklers can provide effective year-round irrigation
- Water Movement in Trees
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Added: November 05, 2008A tree allocates life-energy to survive and thrive in an environment which never has optimal resources. What essential resources are available are usually present in too low, too high, or unavailable concentrations. Trees continue to react to environmental changes with internal adjustments selected for efficient use of tree food while minimizing energy loss to the environment.
- Stem Length & Diameter Taper Limits
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Added: October 31, 2008Trees growth follows many mechanical rules to assure survival. In order to prevent concentrating forceat weak points, tree growth distributes loads and compensates for relatively weaker locations by adding more woody materials. One critical element of sustaining strength and stiffness is the amount of taper developed.
- Root Control Barriers
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Added: October 31, 2008One of the easiest and most available materials used to control root growth are various types of two-dimensional barriers. There are a number of commercial products on the market, some using a herbicide. In a survey of community management programs, 50% of surveyed programs said barriers are considered at least partially effective (24). Listed by survey in order, after species selection and mechanical cutting, barriers represent a more tree-literate approach to root growth control. But as with most things biological and installed by humans, no barrier is completely effective as applied (43).
- Arkansas Forestry Commission
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Added: September 25, 2008In cooperation with the University of Arkansas System, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Arkansas landowners, the Arkansas Forestry Commission (AFC) will protect and develop the forest resources of Arkansas by preventing and suppressing wildfires, monitoring and promoting forest health, encouraging reforestation and forest resource stewardship, and gathering and disseminating forest resource information.
- Plant the Right Tree in the Right Place
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Added: July 19, 2008Trees planted in the wrong place can cause property damage and become a detriment rather than an asset. Planning the location and species of a tree will ensure that the tree will be an asset and not grow into a hazard or a nuisance.
- Littleleaf Disease on Loblolly Pine: Symptom Outline
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Littleleaf disease is a soil, pathogen, and tree management syndrome. Littleleaf can destroy pockets of mature and over-mature loblolly pines (Pinus taeda) over a period of 5-15 years.
- Capital District Community Gardens
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Welcome to Capital District Community Gardens (CDCG) of upstate New York. Established in 1972, CDCG is a private non-profit community service organization that has been helping residents of Albany, Rensselaer, and Schenectady Counties improve their neighborhoods through community gardening and urban greening programs for more than 25 years
- Timber Mart-South
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Survey and report southeastern US timber prices: stumpage and delivered.
- Silviculture Best Managaement Practices
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Details silvicultural management techniques
- Forest and Insects Disease Leaflets, Alphabetic List
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Forest and Insects Disease Leaflets, Alphabetic List.
- Selling Your Timber
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This fact sheet presents guidelines to assist individuals in marketing timber from their forest lands.
- Selection and Care of Christmas Trees
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Ever since the first Christmas tree retail lot was set up on the streets of New York City in 1851, Americans have been enjoying the tradition of a live tree to celebrate the holiday season. With the proper selection and care, consumers can enjoy a fresh tree throughout the holiday season.
- Recreational Forest Trails: Plan for Success
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Which Type of Trail?; Studying the Land; Designing, Laying Out, and Constructing a Trail; Trail Width, Clearing Heights, and Grade Specifications; Constructing the Trail for Maximum Accessibility; Top Ten Trail Construction Tips
- NUCFAC -- National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council
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The National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council is an organization that supports education, projects, and groups related to urban and community forestry. We seek to establish sustainable urban forests for all communities. Explore this site to find out more!
- Food Plots - Common Plants
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Food plots are widely used by landowners to improve wildlife habitat. Food plots can be used to attract animals for harvest or viewing. In general, food plots are an expensive attempt to improve wildlife habitat. Food plots have little or no wildlife value if food plots are established at the expense of maintaining cover. Wildlife needs both adequate food and cover within a reasonable distance of each other.
- Why Invest in Timber Production
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Added: May 11, 1999This paper discusses the costs and benefits of growing timber. Understanding some basic information on``environmental and economic factors can help a landowner make an informed decision.
- Florida's Forest Resources
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Details Florida Forest Resources action plan for 2006-2010 to increase the amount of forested land
- Urban Integrated Pest Management
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People are becoming more aware of and concerned about the effects of chemicals on our environment. The impact of the use of pesticides on drinking water and food production, as well as the impact in homes and landscapes has become a significant social concern. Many people have begun to wonder if there are ways to reduce or eliminate pesticide use in non-agricultural settings.
- Tank Mixtures of Forestry Site Preparation Herbicides Can Be Antagonistic
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Added: October 05, 2008Farmers have been using tank mixes for many years, but the concept is comparatively new in forestry. The search for the optimum combination of herbicides is an ongoing process. Agricultural fields demonstrate that not all mixtures are good, and sometimes adding one chemical to another can actually decrease the effectiveness of both herbicides.
- South Carolina Urban Tree Care: How to Grow Healthy,Beautiful Trees
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Many people think that trees will grow and be healthy without our help, but for trees to thrive, we must care for them. Start by selecting the right species of tree to plant on the site, plant the tree properly, then provide timely maintenance throughout its life.
- Safe Use, Storage and Disposal of Pesticides
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This publication discusses safe ways to use, store, and dispose of pesticides.
- Herbicide Use: Information and Guidelines
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Herbicides are used to treat weeds and grasses to allow seedlings to grow. The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) provides information and guidelines on herbicide use.
- Florida's Outdoor Burning and Forest Fire Laws
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Details basic outdoor burning laws to help prevent forest fire
- Should You Attempt Fish Farming? Considerations for Prospective Fish Growers
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Fish farming is, like most other types of farming, a risky business that requires special knowledge, skills, and careful considerations. Some of the most important factors to consider in determining whether you should begin a fish farming business are included in this publication.
- Tree Planting Methods
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This document is part of a series that includes steps for choosing trees, selecting a site, and planting.
- Tree Identification Key
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Added: July 19, 2008A tree identification key is designed to help tree enthusiasts identify a tree species based on its physical characteristics, such as leaf shape, leaf margin (edge), leaf placement on the twig, bark color and pattern, and type of fruit it produces. Follow the choices that are offered to you, based on the characteristics of the tree you are trying to identify. Although there are forty different common tree species
- The Value of Landscaping
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The Value of Landscaping
