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- Feeding Wild Birds
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To the responsible person, the decision to feed wild birds is not a casual one. Such a commitment carries with it the expectation of attracting a handsome, interesting variety of birds. Furthermore, most of us want to get the most for our time and money.
- Farm Financial Issues and Options
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This publication is designed to highlight state and federal programs offering cost-share funds, payments, and tax credits for improved environmental quality
- Factors Affecting Fertilizer Uptake
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There are numerous factors that affect how easily and well trees and shrubs will take up fertilizers. The most important of these is fertilizer form.
- Easy-To-Make Bird Feeders
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Though many birds migrate south for the winter, there are still some around during the cold months. Food is hard to find, especially when there is snow on the ground. By feeding birds near your home, you can help them out and enjoy the benefits of their presence as well.
- Commercial Hardwood and Pine Tree Crops
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Plantations of commercial hardwood and pine tree crops need proper nutrition for best growth and health. The native soils of Virginia are generally fertile enough to meet the nutrient demands of trees; however, there are exceptions.
- Chain Saw Safety After a Disaster
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Chain saws can be great laborsaving tools. But if not operated properly and with respect, they can quickly cause severe injury and death. This publication addresses some potential hazards that may be encountered while using a chain saw.
- Assessing Landscape Tree Loss After a Disaster
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Along with assessing structural damage to property caused by a storm or flood, property owners may need to calculate the financial loss represented by damage to trees and other landscaping. This publication helps owners determine the value of the damaged trees and landscaping.
- Applying Pesticides Safely
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Added: February 13, 2008
Rating: Votes: 17 Rate ItProper use of pesticides is essential for your safety and for that of the environment. And, pesticides must be properly used to be effective.
- Agricultural Management Practices And Soil Quality: Measuring, Assessing, and Comparing Laboratory and Field Test Indicators of Soil Quality Attribute
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This publication describes: (1) some indicators of soil that can be measured with a simple test kit developed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resource Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS); (2) directions for interpreting these measurements; (3) the effects of soil amendments on soil quality attributes; and (4) comparisons of field kit and laboratory results.
- A Landowner's Guide to Working with Sportsmen in Virginia
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This publication discusses (1) liability, (2) alternative ways of managing access to private lands, and (3) uses and methods of posting. -In the appendices are a model lease agreement, permission card, and sources of assistance for landowners.
- A Landowner's Guide to Wildlife Abundance Through Forestry
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The satisfaction of working with nature to increase wildlife abundance, and at the same time, of leaving to the next generation property of increasing economic and esthetic values can be yours through careful but decisive management.
- Wood Surface Inactivation and Adhesive Bonding
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From the instant an adhesive is applied to wood until the adhesive cures, several important steps must take place in order for a good glue bond to occur. If any of these steps do not occur, the glue bond will be faulty. Such is the case when gluing wood which is surface inactivated. The definition, causes, and prevention of surface inactivation in wood will be discussed below.
- Weed Management in Small Ponds
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The presence of some vegetation in small ponds is desirable for appearance and to enhance the habitat for fish, but it is important to maintain a good balance between vegetation and other aquatic life. Selecting a good pond site, designing the pond properly, and keeping nutrients in runoff water from reaching the pond are the most important ways to prevent excessive growth of aquatic weeds.
- Weed Control in Irrigation Water Supplies
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This publication summarizes safe and effective techniques for managing aquatic weeds in irrigation ponds. It emphasizes preventive measures and the selection of cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical management techniques appropriate for irrigation water supplies.
- Water Gardens, Aquascaping, Lake Restoration, and Aquatic Weeds
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Most of the plants sold for water gardens and aquascaping, are not native to North Carolina or the United States. The great majority of these plants never become problems. However, a few have proven to be highly invasive (e.g., waterhyacinth and purple loosestrife) and have caused significant environmental damage through habitat destruction.
- Water Gardens and Weeds
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Most of the aquatic and wetland plants sold by the industry never become problems. However, a few have proven to be highly invasive and have caused significant environmental problems, obstructing waterways, restricting water flow, degrading water quality, and interfering with fishing and recreation. This publication contains about invasive species that are not native to the United States, but have entered as contaminants among other plants or as intentional introductions.
- Understanding and Minimizing Veneer Checking on Furniture Panels
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Added: February 12, 2008
Rating: Votes: 21 Rate ItThis report presents a brief explanation of the causes of veneer checks, and discusses some of the major factors which have been shown to correlate with veneer checking.
- Tree Crops for Marginal Farmland White Pine
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This publication describes the most effective practices used to grow white pine trees in the southern United States and the cost of those practices. It includes a financial analysis which uses typical costs and expected returns to evaluate a representative investment.
- Tree Crops for Marginal Farmland Royal Paulownia
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Added: February 12, 2008
Rating: Votes: 23 Rate ItThis guide briefly describes the methods and costs of growing Royal Paulownia trees in the southern United States. It includes a financial analysis which uses estimated costs and expected returns to evaluate a representative investment.
- Tree Crops for Marginal Farmland Loblolly Pine
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This guide describes the most effective practices used to grow loblolly pine trees in the southern United States and the cost of those practices. It includes a financial analysis which uses typical costs and expected returns to evaluate a representative investment.
- Tree Crops for Marginal Farmland: Christmas Trees With A Financial Analysis
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This publication describes the most effective practices used to grow Christmas trees in the southern United States and the cost of those practices. It includes a financial analysis with typical costs and expected returns.
- Tree Crops for Marginal Farmland Black Walnut
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This publication describes the most effective practices used to grow black walnut trees in the southern United States and the cost of those practices. It includes an economic analysis which employs usual costs and expected returns to determine outcomes of representative investments.
- The Control of Burrowing Crayfish in Ponds
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This publications covers various topics about crayfish, such as ecological and economic importance, control methods, and cleaning and cooking techniques.
- Species for Christmas Tree Planting in Virginia
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Christmas tree production in Virginia has steadily increased over the last several years. Favorable climate, soils, and proximity to markets place Virginia growers in a highly desirable marketing situation. Selection of the proper species, however, is important.
- 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.
- Sawmill Safety
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Lately there has been great interest by smaller lumber manufacturing companies in developing safer operations. The purpose of this Wood Products Note is to help these saw mills develop their own safety program.
- Quality Control for Edge Glued Panel Manufacturing
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Edge glued lumber panels are an important component of many high quality furniture designs. The purpose of this report is to discuss propermanufacturing techniques necessary for quality panels.
- Principles of Regeneration Silviculture in Virginia
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Silviculture, the part of forest management that deals with the biology of tree growth, is the art and science of producing, tending, and manipulating forest stands. Silvicultural practices include regenerating the forest, maintaining tree growth, and harvesting trees in order to satisfy the landowner's objectives.
- Pond Construction: Some Practical Considerations
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This article is designed to provide basic information needed to design and construct a multiple-use farm pond in Virginia.
- Methods of Moisture Content Measurement in the ...
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It is the job of wood product producers to establish a moisture content in the wood that will be similar to what the wood will experience in service. To accomplish that, manufacturers must develop a standard procedure that will measure wood moisture content consistently and accurately. This brief note discusses methods of moisture content measurement commonly found in the lumber and furniture industries.
