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Entomological Notes: Sweet Corn Thresholds
This fact sheet explains the larvae of three species of moths (typically called "worms") that infest sweet corn ears. The thresholds change with the growth stage of the corn. Note: Not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Entomology
Catalog Number:
XF0170
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Identifying Diseases of Vegetables
$13.00
This 61-page guide describes major vegetable diseases that have distinctive symptoms. Thirty-seven plant pathologists from educational institutions in the United States and Canada contributed to this volume, which has 300 color photographs.
Department:
Plant Pathology
Catalog Number:
AGRS-021
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2012 Commercial Vegetable Production Recommendations
$20.00
This 200-page guide provides information based on multistage research results and extension programs as well as the knowledge and experience of growers, county extension educators, and industry personnel. It is intended to help commercial vegetable growers make informed managerial decisions.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
AGRS-028
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Herbs for the Home Gardener
$8.00
This 63-page publication contains useful information on growing and harvesting herbs and their use in cooking and decorating. It includes a directory of 33 commonly used herbs and their requirements, which could be useful for small-scale and commercial producers.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
AGRS-066
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Identifying Potato Diseases in Pennsylvania
$8.00
This 28-page, 8.5-by-11-inch guide helps identify common diseases and physiological disorders affecting potatoes. It has 65 color photographs and is intended for potato growers, extension workers, and others interested in producing maximum yields of high-quality potatoes in Pennsylvania.
Department:
Plant Pathology
Catalog Number:
AGRS-075
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Soil Management in Home Gardens and Landscapes
Proper soil conditions are essential for all stages of crop and plant development. Thus, an understanding of soil and how to manage it is the key to a productive garden and landscape. This 12-page publication explores the interrelationship of a plant and the soil in which it is rooted. Topics covered include soil composition, soil testing, improving soil with organic matter, adjusting soil pH, preparing soil for planting, fertilization, and how to get help with soil problems.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
UJ234
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Pennsylvania Vegetable Variety Recommendations for the Home Gardener and Bedding Plant Grower/Garden Supplier
This 20-page pamphlet lists recommended vegetable varieties for Pennsylvania growers, along with their days to harvest, disease resistance ratings, and suppliers. A "comments" section describes special features of certain varieties.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
UJ250
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Production and Marketing of Specialty or Novel Vegetables, Vol. 1: Bitter Melon, Figs, Ginger, Globe Artichoke, Novelty Winter Squash, Specialty Peppers, Watercress
$2.00
This full-color, 8-page publication describes specialty or novel vegetables that fit well in the current state and national promotion for vegetables, Buy Local, Buy Fresh, as well as provides marketing tips.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
AGRS-114
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Vegetable Gardening: Recommendations for Home Gardeners in Pennsylvania
$10.00
This 64-page, full-color, for-sale publication provides information about growing vegetables--from selecting the best site for your garden to harvesting your vegetables. Vegetables discussed include asparagus, beans, brassicas, bulb vegetables, cucurbits, leafy vegetables, peas, peppers, root peppers, sweet corn, baby corn, and pickling corn, eggplants, and tomatoes. This publication is intended to replace the discontinued Culture and Cultivars (Varieties) for the Gardener, Bedding Plant Grower, Garden Center Supplier, and Direct Marketer series.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
AGRS-115
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Tomato-Potato Late Blight in the Home Garden
This 4-page fact sheet describes tomato-potato late blight, including symptoms; disease development, cycle, and management; and management after harvest.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
UL215
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Vegetable Planting and Transplanting Guide
Chart of the major vegetables and the "best" time to plant. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
XJ0043
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Guia Para Plantar y Transplantar Verduras
Spanish version of vegetable Planting and Transplanting guide. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Horticulture
Catalog Number:
XJ0044
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