Integrated pest management (IPM) is an economically feasible, environmentally friendly, and socially responsible way of farming. Learn about...
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Low egg production, dull feathers, skinny birds, and listless behavior are all symptoms of something wrong with poultry. One cause may be in...
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Maintaining minimum ventilation and proper moisture control are essential for poultry house operation in cold weather. Learn tips for prepar...
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Beef cattle production represents a multibillion dollar industry in the southeastern United States. External parasites (ectoparasites) are t...
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This document, which is part of Alabama Extension’s Phosphorus Basics series, explains how phosphorus (P) can be surface applied to most a...
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Soil water tension sensors are an effective tool in irrigation management, enabling producers to monitor soil water during the growing s...
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Having enough water flowing into your poultry house is important to meet both the needs of your birds and those of the evaporative cooling s...
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During growing seasons, irrigation can help farmers offset the impact of dry spells on crops. While farmers make large investments to employ...
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Many options and variables should be considered before going solar in your operation. Proper understanding of the key components is importan...
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Handling facilities are essential for many routine cattle management practices. Careful planning is an important first step in the construct...
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The most effective way to find air leaks in your poultry houses is to visualize it by using smoke emitters or an insect fogger.
Smoke emi...
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Weed control is one of the most important management areas of container nursery production. Weeds can significantly reduce the growth and ma...
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