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Valuing Pennsylvania's Water Resources
This 24-page publication explores issues surrounding the true value of water: how national and Pennsylvania water resources are managed; why the price of water is often low relative to its value; and the economic costs of pollution incidents. Drought, flooding, and global water concerns are also covered. The publication is designed to help members of watershed groups, public officials, businesspeople, water supply managers, and interested citizens make better decisions about water use and to express their opinions to government officials. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology
Catalog Number:
UA345
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Varroa Mites: Detection, Life Cycle, and Control
$25.00
Varroa mites are a major honey bee pest. This video shows and discusses their life cycle, how they are detected in colonies, and some control methods. While varroa mites are a serious problem, they can be controlled. Understanding how to monitor mite populations and the importance of treatment timing are essential for control. This video will provide critical information to effectively manage the varroa mite. (VHS--16:00) To order this video, call 814-863-2822; do not contact the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Entomology
Catalog Number:
L25501VH
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Ventilating Greenhouse Barns--Guidelines for Livestock Production
Greenhouse barns are blossoming across the landscape. This 4-page fact sheet recommends design features to use for proper ventilation of a greenhouse barn. Effective natural ventilation design uses openings positioned both high and low in the structure, large openings for summer heat removal, unobstructed air flow inside the building, and location at a windy site. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-102
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Ventilation Improvements for Veal Calf Housing Using 50-Calf Room Example
This 8-page fact sheet explains how adding a second and third large baffle inlet assembly to a 50-calf room can provide hot weather ventilation. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-93
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Verticillium Wilt of Woody Ornamentals
Most deciduous trees and many shrubs are susceptible to a disease called Verticillium wilt caused by the fungus Verticillium. Conifers do not appear to be susceptible.
Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Plant Pathology
Catalog Number:
XL0077
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Viburnum
Botryosphaeria canker; leaves on affected branches wilt and die. Branches die back and become covered with dark brown to black pimplelike fungal fruiting structures. Wood under the bark is dark brown.
Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Plant Pathology
Catalog Number:
XL0078
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Viburnums for the Pennsylvania Landscape
Viburnums are one of the largest and most versatile groups of ornamental shrubs and small trees. Their species and cultivars display fragrant and showy flowers, offer colorful and wildlife-friendly fruit, and have architecturally appealing habits and textures that can improve any home landscape.This guide allows you to compare viburnum characteristics for your landscape needs. It is formatted as an eight-panel Publication.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
UJ249
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Vinca
Blight; branches and eventually the entire plant blackens at the base and dies.
Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Plant Pathology
Catalog Number:
XL0079
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Visits with You and Your Baby: 12 to 24 Months and Beyond
This 48-page publication follows "Visits with You and Your Baby: Newborn to 12 Months" and provides information for parents on car safety, vaccinations, nutrition, and growth.
Department:
Agricultural & Extension Education
Catalog Number:
UA233
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Visits with You and Your Baby: Newborn to 12 Months
This 36-page publication provides information for new parents on car safety, vaccinations, nutrition, and growth.
Department:
Agricultural Economics & Rural Sociology
Catalog Number:
UA232
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