Cultural Guidelines for Commercial Production of Interiorscape Spathiphyllum by Jianjun Chen, Dennis B. McConnell, Richard J. Henny, Kelly C. Everitt

“… The intent of this article is to describe common cultivars in the foliage plant industry, provide guidelines for their culture and interior use, and list physiological problems that may be encountered during production and interiorscape use. This document is ENH958, one of a series of the Environmental Horticulture Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Building a Spending Plan: All Six Steps by Nayda I. Torres, Josephine Turner, Brenda C. Williams

“…This revised publication collects all six steps of the Building a Spending Plan series in one document. Written by Nayda I. Torres, Josephine Turner, and Brenda C. …”
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Nutrition and Fertilization of Palms in Containers by Timothy K. Broschat

“…Also, container-grown palms are often fertilized with more complete controlled-release fertilizers or regular liquid fertilization, which prevents most deficiencies from occurring. This document is ENH1010, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. …”
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Dairy Business Analysis Project: 2002 Financial Summary by Albert de Vries, Russell Giesy, L. Ely, A. de Araujo, A. Andreasen, Brent Broaddus, Shepard Eubanks, Doug Mayo, P. Miller, Travis Seawright, Chris Vann

“…It is intended for general use by dairy farmers, the allied industry, and government, and educational professionals. This document is AN149, one of a series of the Department of Animal Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, UF/IFAS. …”
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Pharaoh Ant, Monomorium pharaonis (Linnaeus) (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Formicidae) by J. C. Nickerson, Donny L. Harris, Thomas R. Fasulo

“…This ant is distributed worldwide, is one of the more common household ants, and carries the dubious distinction of being the most difficult household ant to control.  This document is EENY-290 (originally published as DPI Entomology Circular 256), one of a series of Featured Creatures from the Entomology and Nematology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Growing Potatoes in the Florida Home Garden by Jeffery E. Pack, James M. White, Chad M. Hutchinson

“…A recently grown and harvested potato tastes very different from one that has been in storage or on a grocery shelf for up to 6 months or more, and it is a very satisfying discovery to make.This document is HS933, one of a series of the Horticultural Sciences Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Peachtree Borers in the Home and Commercial Peach Orchard by Russell F. Mizell, III

“…If there is complete girdling of the trees by the larvae, tree death can occur. This document is ENY-691 (formerly ENT-57), one of a series of the Department of Entomology and Nematology, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Decoding Food Labels: Tools for People with Food Allergies by Elizabeth A. Gollub, Amy H. Simonne

“…It also differentiates between allergies and intolerances, and discusses the potential for cross-contamination of foods both in and away from the home. This document is FCS8781, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, IFAS, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611. …”
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Reduction of the Impact of Fertilization and Irrigation On Processes in the Nitrogen Cycle in Vegetable Fields with BMPs by Eve-Marie Cockx, Eric H. Simonne

“… The goals of this article are to (1) present the N cycle as it relates to crop production, (2) describe how fertilization and irrigation affect the processes within N cycle, and (3) explain how the proposed BMPs may help reduce the negative environmental impact of these cultural practices. This document is HS948, one of a series of the Horticultural Sciences Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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La Sante Nan Lavi Granmoun: Gid Pou Manje Storaj by Jennifer Hillan

“…Mete patat yo nan temperati nomal. This is document FCS 8695-HAI is one in a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611. …”
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4-H Agent Guide for Managing the Approval, Denial, and Releasing of Volunteers in Florida 4-H by Andrew Toelle, Heather Kent, Sophia Cooney

“… The purpose of these Volunteer Management Guidelines is to provide Extension faculty assistance with approving, denying, and releasing volunteers. This document contains several example letters that may be used and other useful tools to assist you with this process. …”
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Potential Impact of the Free Trade Area of the Americas on the U.S. Sugarcane Industry by José Alvarez

“…The objective of this fact sheet is to describe the general characteristics of the FTAA and explore its potential negative impacts on the U.S. sugar industry. This is EDIS document FE563, a publication of the Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. …”
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Florida's Geological History by Ginger M. Allen, Martin B. Main

“…Geological history, therefore, has influenced Florida's  environment and ecology in the past, during the present, and will continue to have effects in the future. This document is Fact Sheet WEC 189, one of a series of the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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An Overview and Informal Key of the Ferns of Florida by Douglas G. Scofield, Ginger M. Allen, Martin B. Main

“…There are an estimated 123 native fern and fern-like species, and at least 21 exotic and hybrid (crossbreeding of two species) species of ferns found in Florida.  This document is Circular 1471, one of a series of the Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Preventing Encounters between Children and Snakes by Steve A. Johnson, Martin B. Main

“…We provide measures that can be taken by schools to discourage snakes from coming onto school property and we provide a short educational program that teachers can give to students. This document is WEC 201, one of a 4-part series of the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation entitled Dealing with Venomous Snakes in Florida School Yards, UF/IFAS Extension. …”
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4-H Exploring Citizenship, Unit V: My Community by John Rutledge, Joy C. Jordan, Dale Pracht

“…Through this hands-on approach, participants will find the experience to be fun, exciting, challenging, and ultimately rewarding, fostering a greater sense of civic responsibility and community cohesion. This document was first time published in Oct. 1986 …”
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Predatory Stink Bug, Alcaeorrhynchus grandis (Dallas) by David B. Richman, Frank W. Mead

“…The stages in the life cycle have never been illustrated and are presented here so that they can be identified in the field. This document is EENY-165 (originally published as DPI Entomology Circular 192), one of a series of Featured Creatures from the Entomology and Nematology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. …”
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Florida Solid and Hazardous Waste Regulation Handbook: Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) by Michael T. Olexa, Aaron Leviten, Kelly Samek

“…Those commissions then set up Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs). This is EDIS document FE448, a publication of the Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, UF/IFAS, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. …”
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Raising Healthy Children: Family Fitness by Lisa D. Chan, Ashley Hamm, Shari Bresin, Karla P. Shelnutt

“… This 3-page document discusses the importance of regular exercise for children and adults and provides a list of fun activities. …”
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Florida Solid and Hazardous Waste Regulation Handbook: Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act (HMTAA) by Michael T. Olexa, Aaron Leviten, Kelly Samek

“…The statute is so comprehensive that it covers the transportation of hazardous materials by: aircraft, rail, ships, and vehicles. This is EDIS document FE449, a publication of the Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, UF/IFAS, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. …”
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