Breaking Seed Dormancy in Tamarind (<i>Tamarindus Indica</i>) A Case Study of Gombe Local Government Area by ZA Abubakar, A Muhammad

“…Results of this research may serve as useful information in the production and improvement of the tree species, as knowledge on seed germination requirements is a critical factor in seedlings production…”
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Establishment of Silvopasture in Existing Pastures by Jarek Nowak, Alan Long, Ann Blount

“…Another possible scenario is to thin existing timber stands and plant or seed forage species among the remaining trees. This publication discusses establishment of silvopastoral systems in existing improved pastures. …”
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Using iNaturalist to Contribute Your Nature Observations to Science by Matthew Earl Boone, Mathieu Basille

“…Users can use the iNaturalist ap to plan community projects and bioblitzes and learn more about species identification and biodiversity. In this 5-page fact sheet, authors Matthew Earl Boone and Mathieu Basille explain how observations are vetted and used and give a step by step guide to get started! …”
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Filling gaps in the southern range of the Endangered Chacoan Peccary, Parachoerus wagneri (Rusconi, 1930) (Artiodactyla, Tayassuidae), in Argentina by Matias Wajner, Francis Merlo, Daihana Argibay, Fernando Zamudio

“…These findings confirm the presence of this species in strategic areas of its distribution and provide evidence of potential connection between northern and southern populations in Argentina. …”
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Guava Fruit Fly, Anastrepha striata Schiner (Insecta: Diptera: Tephritidae) by Howard V. Weems, Jr., Thomas R. Fasulo

“… Anastrepha striata Schiner is one of the most common species of fruit flies throughout most of its range. …”
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BIOAKTIVITAS ASAM JAWA (Tamarindus indica) DAN PEMANFAATANNYA by Marina Silalahi

“…Tamarindus indica is one of the species in the Fabaceae which is widely used as food and traditional medicine. …”
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Potential Consequences of Essential Drug Shortages in Canada: Brain Abscess due to Nocardia farcinica Associated with Dapsone Prophylaxis for Pneumocystis jirovecii Pneumonia by Terry C Wuerz, Eric J Bow, Matthew D Seftel

“…This is highlighted in the present article, which describes a case of brain abscess due to Nocardia species that developed while receiving dapsone as an alternative for prophylaxis against Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in a highly immune-suppressed patient. …”
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Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in Heart Disease: Do Antioxidants Have a Role in Treatment and/or Prevention? by Fredric J. Pashkow

“…The oxidative stress originates mainly in mitochondria from reactive oxygen and reactive nitrogen species (ROS/RNS) and can be identified in most of the key steps in the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis and the consequential clinical manifestations of cardiovascular disease. …”
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Weed Management in Pastures and Rangeland—2017 by Brent A. Sellers, Jason A. Ferrell

“…Good pasture management involves the proper choice of the forage species and variety, an adequate fertility program, controlled grazing management, and pest management (weeds, insects, and diseases). …”
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An Ambrosia Beetle Xyleborus affinis Eichhoff, 1868 (Insecta: Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae) by Lanette Sobel, Andrea Lucky, Jiri Hulcr

“…Recent studies have shown that Xyleborus affinis can vector the fungus responsible for laurel wilt disease, which is lethal to numerous species of trees in the Lauraceae family. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Lanette Sobel, Andrea Lucky, and Jiri Hulcr, and published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2015. …”
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Cotton Stainer, Dysdercus suturellus (Herrich Schaeffer) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pyrrhocoridae) by Frank W. Mead, Thomas R. Fasulo

“… Four species of "cotton stainers," also known as "red bugs," are known from Florida. …”
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Leucaena leucocephala, White Leadtree by Michael G. Andreu, Melissa H. Friedman, Robert J. Northrop

“…In Florida, white leadtree is a prohibited species and therefore is not used in commercial applications in the state. …”
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Evaluating Private Lands for Conservation of Wildlife by Martin B. Main, Mark E. Hostetler, Annisa Karim

“… In this document, we present criteria for evaluating land in terms of conserving wildlife species. There are several basic principles of conservation planning that can assist private landowners and organizations in assessing the wildlife value of a property. …”
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Green orchid bee Euglossa dilemma Friese (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Apidae) by Aaron Mullins

“… Green orchid bees are a quite conspicuous and charismatic species. This is mostly due to their large size and bright metallic-green coloration. …”
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Biology and Management of Ragweed Parthenium (Parthenium hysterophorous L.) in Ornamental Crop Production by Debalina Saha, Chris Marble, Robert H. Stamps, Shawn Steed, Nathan S. Boyd

“… This 6-page fact sheet provides an overview of Ragweed Parthenium, Parthenium hysterophorous L, including a species description and information on how to manage ragweed parthenium culturally, physically, and chemically. …”
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Evolution, culture, and Care for Betta splendens by Craig A. Watson, Matt DiMaggio, Jeffery E. Hill, Quenton M. Tuckett, Roy P. Yanong

“…Today’s commercial bettas are selected for bright colors as well as elaborate fins because the ornamental hobby is the main market for this species. This 5-page fact sheet written by Craig Watson, Matthew DiMaggio, Jeffrey Hill, Quenton Tuckett, and Roy Yanong and published by School of Forest Resources and Conservation, Program in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences explains how to grow and care for these beautiful and fascinating fishes. …”
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2019–2020 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Postbloom Fruit Drop by Natalia A. Peres, Megan M. Dewdney

“…PFD, caused by the fungus Colletotrichum acutatum, affects all species and cultivars of citrus, but severity on a given cultivar varies according to the time of bloom in relation to rainfall. …”
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Pest Identification Guide: Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis (Pergande) by Jeffrey D. Cluever, Hugh A. Smith

“… Western flower thrips transmit the carmovirus Pelargonium flower break virus (PFBV), the ilarvirus Tobacco streak virus (TSV), the tospoviruses Chrysanthemum stem necrosis virus (CSNV), Groundnut ringspot virus (GRSV), Impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV), Tomato chlorotic spot virus (TCSV), and Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV). This species is primarily a flower feeder, so most damage would be expected on the flower or fruit. …”
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Cotton Stainer, Dysdercus suturellus (Herrich Schaeffer) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pyrrhocoridae) by Frank W. Mead, Thomas R. Fasulo

“… Four species of "cotton stainers," also known as "red bugs," are known from Florida. …”
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Establishment of Silvopasture in Existing Pastures by Jarek Nowak, Alan Long, Ann Blount

“…Another possible scenario is to thin existing timber stands and plant or seed forage species among the remaining trees. This publication discusses establishment of silvopastoral systems in existing improved pastures. …”
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