Conservation Subdivision: Post-construction Phase—Policy Directions and the Importance of Assessing Stakeholder Opinions by Daniel Feinberg, Mark Hostetler

“…This 5-page fact sheet discusses policy options that could be used to support conservation management practices and reports on a survey of Colorado landowners who have created conservation developments and their opinions about a policy option to support the implementation of management practices. Written by Daniel Feinberg and Mark Hostetler, and published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, December 2014. …”
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Tawny Crazy Ant by Stephanie K. Hill, Rebecca W. Baldwin, Roberto M. Pereira, Philip G. Koehler

“…This 3-page fact sheet covers the tawny crazy ant’s distribution, description, colonies, feeding habits, and pest status and control. Written by S. K. Hill, R. W. Baldwin, R. M. Pereira, and P. …”
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Engaging Consumers in At-Home Water Conservation: A Guide for Extension by Caroline G. Roper, Alexa J. Lamm

“…This 4-page fact sheet provides information to Extension faculty about the water conservation behaviors in which Florida residents currently engage, water conservation product ownership, and public interest in water-related topics. Written by Caroline G. Roper and Alexa J. Lamm, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, September 2014. …”
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The Savvy Survey #6d: Constructing Indices for a Questionnaire by Anil Kumar Chaudhary, Glenn D. Israel

“…Specifically, it will discuss why composite measures like index numbers are important, what the index number means, the difference between indexes and scales, steps for the construction of indexes, and recommendations for use by Extension educators. Written by Anil Kumar Chaudhary and Glenn D. Israel, and published by the Agricultural Education and Communication Department, December 2015. …”
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Chilli Thrips on Blueberries in Florida by Oscar E. Liburd, Babu R. Panthi, Douglas A. Phillips

“…This 4-page fact sheet written by Oscar E. Liburd, Babu R. Panthi, and Douglas A. …”
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Volunteer Training Series: Recognizing Young People by Georgene Bender, Tracy Tesdall, Judith Levings

“…This 5-page fact sheet discusses recognition of participation, progress toward goals, standards of excellence, peer competition, and cooperation in the context of 4-H Clubs. Written by Georgene Bender, Tracy Tesdall, and Judith Levings, and published by the UF Department of 4-H Youth Development, November 2015. 4H370/4H370: Volunteer Training Series: Recognizing Young People (ufl.edu) …”
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Florida 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training & Certification - Volunteer Leader Training Series by Julie Pigott Dillard, Heather C Kent, Julia S Kelly

“…This 3-page fact sheet discusses volunteer recruitment, training, certification in other Shooting Sports disciplines, Level 2 certification, and job duties. Written by Julie P. Dillard, Heather C. Kent, and Julia S. …”
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Understanding the Effects of Forage Composition and Structure in Ruminant Nutrition by Kalyn M. Waters, Nicolas DiLorenzo, Graham Cliff Lamb

“…This 3-page fact sheet provides an overview and understanding of how forage composition and structure affect the nutritive value and nutrient availability to ruminants. Written by Kalyn M. Waters, Nicolas DiLorenzo, and G. …”
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Downy Mildew of Lettuce in Florida by Lis Rodrigues Porto, Richard N. Raid, German V. Sandoya

“…This publication also introduces the work on LDM in the UF/IFAS Lettuce Breeding Program, which was created to release cultivars adapted to Florida conditions. Written by Lis Rodrigues-Porto, Richard N. Raid, and Germán V. …”
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Hop Yard Establishment and Trellis Construction in Florida by Shinsuke Agehara, Aleyda Acosta-Rangel, Zhanao Deng, Jack Rechcigl, Simon Bollin

“…This new 7-page article, written by Shinsuke Agehara, Aleyda Acosta-Rangel, Zhanao Deng, Jack Rechcigl, and Simon Bollin and published by the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department, provides guidelines and considerations for building a hop yard in Florida, using the UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center’s research hop yard as a model. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1354 …”
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Necropsies of Reptiles: Recommendations and Techniques for Examining Invasive Species by Seth C. Farris, Michiko A. Squires, Frank Ridgley, Emma Lavergne, Mitchell Serota, Frank J. Mazzotti

“…This 26-page fact sheet was written by Seth C. Farris, Michiko A. Squires, Frank Ridgley, Emma Lavergne, Mitchell Serota, and Frank J. …”
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Les promesses de la philosophie face aux attentes d’adolescents décrocheurs de lycée professionnel by Johanna Henrion-Latché

“…Our contribution aims to question adolescent vulnerabilities within so-called sensitive high schools located in QPV by the entry of the dropout population, we propose the results of an experiment based on the analysis of resignation letters written by adolescents to illustrate, by the language used, the adolescent questions and mobilizations, while situating the themes that are relevant during the philosophical dialogues.…”
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Food Safety at Tailgating by Soohyoun Ahn, Amarat H. Simonne, Keith R. Schneider

“…This 3-page fact sheet provides information on safe food practices for tailgating and other outdoor sporting events. Written by Soohyoun Ahn, Amarat H. Simonne, and Keith R. …”
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The Art of Goodbye: Exploring Health Concerns by Lynda Spence

“…This 6-page fact sheet, which is part of a series entitled The Art of Goodbye: End of Life Education series, explores health concerns and discusses aspects and types of care at the end of life. Written by Lynda Spence, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, October 2016.  …”
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Controlled-Release and Slow-Release Fertilizers as Nutrient Management Tools by Guodong Liu, Lincoln Zotarelli, Yuncong Li, David Dinkins, Qingren Wang, Monica Ozores-Hampton

“…This 7-page fact sheet focuses on how to select the right fertilizer to enhance profitability and satisfy best management practices (BMPs). Written by Guodong Liu, Lincoln Zotarelli, Yuncong Li, David Dinkins, Qingren Wang, and Monica Ozores-Hampton, and published by the UF Department of Horticultural Sciences, October 2014. …”
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Indoor Vertical Farming Systems for Food Security and Resource Sustainability by Jiangxiao Qiu, Haimanote K. Bayabil, Yuncong Li

“… Indoor vertical farming has been gaining increased popularity worldwide as a method of addressing food security while satisfying sustainability needs. This fact sheet written by and published by the UF/IFAS provides a comprehensive summary of the current status of indoor vertical farming in the United States and globally, commercial derivatives, major sustainability benefits and limitations and challenges. …”
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Getting the Most out of Social Media: What Is Social Media? by Jessica C. Fernandez, Joy N. Rumble

“…The series also discusses the various social media platforms and how to use social media strategically and wisely. Written by Jessica C. Fernandez and Joy N. Rumble, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2015. …”
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European Food Safety Certification - The GlobalG.A.P® Standard and Its Accredited Certification Scheme by Richard C. Yudin, Keith R. Schneider

“…This revised 4-page fact sheet was written by Richard C. Yudin and Keith R. Schneider, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, February 2012. …”
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Florida Cultivation Guide for Malabar Spinach by Yuheng Qiu, Guodong Liu

“…This new 8-page publication of the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department describes in brief how to grow Malabar spinach, manage pests, harvest, and market it. Written by Yuheng Qiu and Guodong Liu. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1371 …”
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Building a Spending Plan: Step 1 - What Are Your Goals? by Nayda I. Torres, Josephine Turner, Brenda C. Williams

“…This fact sheet is the first in the the Building a Spending Plan series. Written by Nayda I. Torres, Josephine Turner, and Brenda C. …”
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