bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Students’ Social, Emotional and Intercultural Competencies and their Development in School Settings
Authors: Mornar Mirta , Matić Bojić Jelena , Odak Iva , Eliasson Nina , Gøtzsche Katinka , Jurko Lana , Kozina Ana , Ojsteršek Aleš , Sälzer Christine , Veldin Manja , Vieluf Svenja
Published: December 2020

Over the last few decades, there has been a significant rise in the number of programmes aimed at developing students’ social, emotional and intercultural competencies. This has coincided with growing recognition of the role that schools have to play in fostering not only the cognitive, but also the social and emotional development of their students. Despite targeting separate competencies, there seem to be many similarities in approaches to students’ social and emotional learning (SEL) as well as developing intercultural skills, presenting a rationale for their integration and conceptualisation on the social, emotional and intercultural (SEI) level. The myriad of different SEI programmes provides an arsenal of useful tools for school-based SEI learning. However, choosing which programme to use, considering how to implement it and determining whether it will be effective can be quite overwhelming. Existing approaches aimed at teaching SEI competencies vary greatly depending on the programme, as does the content of the programme and its design. In this article, we seek to tackle the question of how SEI competencies are taught, with particular emphasis on the content and theoretical or conceptual background of existing interventions, together with their methodological and organisational aspects. We also explore whether and how the evaluation of existing programmes has been conducted, the most important results and the aspects of implementation which are key to fostering the development of SEI competencies in educational contexts. This article presents an overview of relevant aspects worth acknowledging while developing and implementing SEI programmes, and which might prove especially useful when programmes are conceptualised within the overall SEI (instead of the more often used SEL) learning framework. Given the importance of SEI competencies for the overall well-being of students (and hence their parents and school staff), we encourage researchers and practitioners to build upon these insights while developing and implementing comprehensive SEI programmes.
GETTING CRIMINALLY SIGNIFICANT BY ANALYSIS OF OPEN INTERNET SOURCES
Authors:   Donetsk Law Institute, MIA of Ukraine, Mariupol, Oderiy Oleksiy , Kozhevnikov Oleksiy ,   Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs, MIA of Ukraine, Kharkiv
Published: December 2020

The article considers OSINT (Open source intelligence) technology, which is intelligence based on open sources. Development of digital means of photo and video recording, led to the emergence of a large number of media files that reproduce the objective situation at different intervals of time and space. Based on the analysis, it is proved that Open source intelligence can be successfully used by law enforcement agencies to solve specific forensic problems. Its advantages are identified, which are as follows: 1) its use does not require additional financial costs for: a) purchase of special equipment and software, because it is enough to have access to the World Wide Web and PC workstation (smartphone, tablet); b) training of certain specialists, as OSINT technology is quite simple both in mastering and in processing the source and obtaining forensic information; 2) it is freely available, and therefore can be used not only by law enforcement agencies (government officials), but also by private detectives, volunteers, etc.; 3) its use (under certain conditions) does not violate the rights of citizens. Practical examples of application of online services on search of the persons fixed on a photo or video images on anthropometric data are resulted. There are four main stages of the process of searching for people by appearance on the mentioned technology. It was stated that using OSINT technology, forensic experts of the Kharkiv Research Forensic Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine in the period from October 2019 to February 2020 identified 22 people (from more than 95 researched materials), evidence in criminal proceedings. Of course, the information obtained during the monitoring of social networks can be used in the investigation of criminal proceedings, in which to solve the problem of identifying a person by appearance, appropriate examinations will be appointed. It is proposed to create interdepartmental analytical and search groups m the system of bodies of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine.
PROCESSING OF AEROPICTURES AT THE PLACE OF AN ACCIDENT ON THE WEB-PORTAL «INFORMATION AND ANALYTICAL CENTRE OF MONITORING OF ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS»
Authors:   Donetsk Law Institute, MIA of Ukraine, Kryvyi Rih, Atamanenko Yuliya
Published: December 2020

The article presents theoretical substantiation of the methodological basis for use of aeropictures of unmanned aerial vehicles of the "micro" class, namely DJI Phantom 3 Professional and GIS-technologies during the mapping of the site of an accident. A structural and functional model of the web portal "Information and Analytical Centre for Monitoring of Road Traffic Accidents" has been developed and implemented, which allows to fully use aerial photographs of unmanned aerial vehicles to increase the efficiency of road accident mapping technology. A step-by-step technological scheme for processing aerial photographs of the scene of accidents on the web portal "Information and Analytical Centre for Monitoring of Road Traffic Accidents" is proposed. It should be noted that the structure of the web portal "Information and Analytical Centre for Monitoring of Road Traffic Accidents" includes the subsection "Registration of a traffic accident report" and the subsection "Add a participant of an accident", which ensures the registration of personal materials of the participants of a road traffic accident. Thus, the result of registration of an accident on the web portal is the documentation of the registered accident in the form of a generated report, which includes personal materials of the participants of an accident and orthophotos of the scene of an accident. Thus, it is definite that the developed geo-information support of the web portal "Information and Analytical Centre for Monitoring of Road Traffic Accidents" is intended for collection, registration, mapping, formation and issuance of relevant documentation of an accident. The application of this innovative solution to the process of registration and mapping of road traffic accidents allows to solve a number of issues related to the process of registration and mapping of road accidents, namely: the issue of traffic jams will be resolved; the process of registration of road accident is automated; the accuracy and reliability of the made schemes of a place of a road traffic accident will increase; the number of controversial issues will decrease; the received materials can be used for other purposes (adoption of motivated decisions on court cases, execution of reasoned payments by insurance companies), and accordingly the corruption component will decrease.
SOME ISSUES OF APPLICATION OF THE MECHANISM CONCESSIONS IN THE PORT INDUSTRY: A MODERN VIEW
Authors:   Donetsk Law Institute, MIA of Ukraine, Mariupol, Nikolenko Liudmyla , Ayahut Natalia ,   Donetsk Law Institute, MIA of Ukraine, Mariupol
Published: December 2020

The article examines the features of the application of the concession mechanism for seaports in modern conditions. Within the framework of the consideration of the issue, the sequence of the adoption of regulatory legal acts was established, with the help of which, ultimately, it became possible to use the concession of seaports. It has been established that the legal basis governing the application of the concession mechanism in the port industry is: the Law of Ukraine «On Public-Private Partnership», the Law of Ukraine «About Concession», the Economic Code of Ukraine, the Civil Code of Ukraine, the Law of Ukraine «On Natural Monopolies» and others. The characteristic features of seaports as objects of concession have been determined. The place of concession projects among the ways to improve the investment climate in the port industry is considered. The advantages and disadvantages of concession projects have been studied, the problematic points of their implementation have been identified. In addition, the value of the term of the concession agreement was established. The concession tender and competitive dialogue as a possible way to select a concessionaire were investigated by the method of comparison. The problematic aspects of transformation of lease relations in seaports into concession ones are considered. This is especially important since most of the port infrastructure facilities are leased. The necessity of using the concession mechanism in seaports has been established precisely within the framework of public-private partnership. The priority value of the concession among other types of public-private partnership is indicated. It was concluded that the concession is an effective mechanism for increasing investment income and developing the port industry. Along with this, the focus is on the need to find alternative ways of developing the port industry.
System of Exercises for Anglophone Strategic Competence Formation in Future Interpreters
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Ukraine, Sabat Natalia
Published: December 2020

The article presents the substantiation of the process of development of exercise system aimed at building the Anglophone strategic competence in future interpreters. The system comprises three blocks of exercises according to the three stages of educational program (activation of language material, strategic training and speech simulations) according to the author’s methods created specifically to develop the mentioned above competence. The author defines the types of exercises to be used in the exercise system on the basis of generally accepted criteria, but with respect to the specificity of the strategic competence formation in future interpreters. The key position in the system is occupied by the second block comprising four groups of exercises within the scope of the training session.
The AIDA Concept and its Impact on Creating Advertising and Consumer Behave Kurdish Television’s advertisement In the Kurdistan Region as an Example
Authors: Hussein Hamasaeed Nazakat
Published: December 2020

ئەم توێژینەوە توێژینەوەیەکی وەسفی ڕوپێویە و هەوڵ دەدات لە ئاستی تەوزیفکردن و بەکارهێنانی چەمکی "ئايدە" بکۆڵێتەوەو بزانێت چەند هونەری ریکلامسازی لە هەرێمی کوردستان و کەناڵە کوردیەکان ئاشنان بەم چەمکەو بەکاریان هێناوە لە کاتی ریکلامسازیدا و لەڕوانگەی وەڵامی وەرگرەکانەوە ئاستی زانستی بوون و بە بایەخ روانین بۆ ریکلام دەردەخات.کە کۆمەڵگەی توێژینەوەکەی فەرمانبەرانی شاری سلێمانی و مشتەی توێژینەوەکەش فەرمانبەرانی فەرمانگەی کۆمسیۆنی باڵای راپرسی و هەڵبژاردنەکانی سلێمانی وەرگرتوە، لەبەرئەوەی تەمەن و رەگەزو ئاستی خوێندەواری و کۆمەڵایەتی جیاوازن و تاڕادەیەک دەتوانن نوێنەری وەرگرانی شاری سلێمانی بن. توێژینەوەکە لە وەرگرتنەوەی وەڵامەکانی کە بەڕێگەی فۆرمی راپرسی ئەنجامی داوە گەشتوە بەودەرەنجامەی کە هەرچوار رەگەزە پێک هێنەرەکەی چەمکی 'ئایدە' کەبنەمای سەرەکی ریکلامی زانستین بەڕێژەیەکی یەکجار کەم لە ریکلامی تەلەفزیۆنیە کوردیەکانی هەرێمی کوردستان رەچاو تەوزیف کراون وکەمترین کاریگەریان هەبوە لەسەر رەفتاری بەکاربەر بۆ وەڵامی بۆ ڕیکلامەکان.
Enfermedad renal crónica: fósforo y su dieta
Authors: Gal Nancy J. , Headrick Lauren , Bennett Kate , Dahl Wendy J.
Published: December 2020

This is a Spanish language version of Chronic Kidney Disease: Phosphorus and Your Diet.
Field Observations During the Eighth Microwave Water and Energy Balance Experiment (MicroWEX-8): from June 16 through August 24, 2009
Authors: Bongiovanni Tara , Enos Heather , Monsivais-Huertero Alejandro , Colvin Blaire , Nagarajan Karthik , Judge Jasmeet , Liu Pang-Wei , Fernandez-Diaz Juan , De Roo Roger , Goykhman Yuriy , Duan Xueyang , Preston Daniel , Shrestha Ramesh , Slatton Clint , Moghaddam Mahta , England Anthony
Published: December 2020

In order to really accurately predict weather and near-term climate, it is necessary to take into consideration soil moisture in the top meter of soil: it governs moisture and energy fluxes at the land-atmosphere interface, and it plays a significant role in partitioning of the precipitation into runoff and infiltration. This 68-page report presents the observations of an experiment using remotely sensed microwave observations with a view towards incorporating the findings into the models used to estimate energy and moisture fluxes and improve root zone soil moisture estimates. Written by Tara Bongiovanni, Heather Enos, Alejandro Monsivais-Huertero, Blaire Colvin, Karthik Nagarajan, Jasmeet Judge, Pang-Wei Liu, Juan Fernandez-Diaz, Roger De Roo, Yuriy Goykhman, Xueyang Duan, Daniel Preston, Ramesh Shrestha, Clint Slatton, Mahta Moghaddam, and Anthony England, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, August 2011.

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ae476
Methods to Evaluate Peanut Maturity for Optimal Seed Quality and Yield
Authors: Carter Ethan T. , Troy Patrick , Rowland Diane L. , Tillman Barry L. , Wynne Kieth W. , Pierre Krystel , Mulvaney Michael
Published: December 2020

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Using Dicamba in Dicamba-Tolerant Crops
Authors: Ferrell Jason A. , Leon Ramon
Published: December 2020

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Worker Protection Standard: Determining Your WPS Responsibilities
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: December 2020

The WPS requires agricultural employers to take steps to reduce pesticide-related risks when agricultural workers and pesticide handlers are exposed to these pesticides. The EPA has made several changes to the WPS since it was fully implemented in 1995. On November 2, 2015, the EPA revised the WPS, making significant changes to the rule’s requirements. Most of the revised provisions will become effective January 2, 2017; there are four provisions that are delayed until January 2, 2018. In late 2016, the EPA released the revised “How to Comply Manual” to provide an updated resource. This document will address determining responsibilities under the revised WPS.
Converting the Beef Cow Herd to a Controlled Breeding Season
Authors: Wilson Tim , Sanders Cindy , Warren Mark , Hersom Matt , Lacy Curt
Published: December 2020

Implementing a controlled breeding season to manage the length of the calving season is a cost-effective management practice. This 4-page fact sheet describes a 3- to 4-year conversion program beef cattle producers can follow. Written by Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, and Curt Lacy, and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, August 2011. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an267
Nutrition at Early Stages of Life Determines the Future Growth and Reproductive Performance of Dairy Calves
Authors: Moriel Philipe , Ferraretto Luiz
Published: December 2020

Nutrition prior to weaning (1 to 45 to 60 days of age) may determine the future performance of dairy calves. Good quality colostrum management is required to maximize health, but also impacts the growth and reproductive performance of calves. Providing an intensive nutritional method by increasing the amount and nutritional composition of milk replacer and calf starter provided from birth to weaning, enhances pre-weaning growth performance, anticipates puberty achievement and increase future milk production, without impairing mammary gland growth.
Manual de los Reglamentos del Agua de Florida: Acta de las Especies en Peligro de Extinción
Authors: Olexa Michael T. , Minton Laura , Miller Dulcy , Corbett Sarah
Published: December 2020

Este es el documento EDIS FE071, una publicación del Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Publicada Noviembre 2002.
Manual de los Reglamentos del Agua de Florida: Sistemas de Tanques de Almacén de Contaminantes
Authors: Olexa Michael T. , Minton Laura , Miller Dulcy , Corbett Sarah
Published: December 2020

Este es el documento EDIS FE086, una publicación del Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Publicada Noviembre 2002.
Manual de los Reglamentos del Agua de Florida: Eliminación del Drenaje sobre el Sitio
Authors: Olexa Michael T. , Minton Laura , Miller Dulcy , Corbett Sarah
Published: December 2020

Este es el documento EDIS FE087, una publicación del Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Publicada Noviembre 2002.
Manual de los Reglamentos del Agua de Florida: Apéndice
Authors: Olexa Michael T. , Minton Laura , Miller Dulcy , Corbett Sarah
Published: December 2020

Este es el documento EDIS FE089, una publicación del Department of Food and Resource Economics, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. Publicada Noviembre 2002.
An Overview of the Grapefruit Market in South Korea
Authors: Heng Yan , Kim Hyeyoung , House Lisa A.
Published: December 2020

According to the Foreign Agricultural Service of the United States Department of Agriculture, worldwide consumption of fresh grapefruit in 2014/15 increased from 4.2 million to 5.2 million metric tons. China, which is the largest producer of grapefruit, was largely responsible for the increase. In South Korea, however, the state of Florida in the United States has traditionally dominated the grapefruit market. The South Korean grapefruit market has been increasing in recent years and is expected to keep growing. The industry in Florida now faces fierce competition from other suppliers with lower import prices and different harvest seasons. This 5-page fact sheet written by Yan Heng, Hyeyoung Kim, and Lisa House and published by the Food and Resource Economics Department aims to provide an overview of the grapefruit market in South Korea and evaluate the potential of this market for Florida fresh grapefruit producers.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe1003
Constructing a Southwest Florida Tomato Enterprise Budget
Authors: Wade Tara , Hyman Barbara , McAvoy Eugene , Vansickle John
Published: December 2020

Enterprise budgets are effective planning tools for growers in search of help with forecasting, resource coordination, and better production decisions. In essence, enterprise budgets can help producers determine what to produce, how many acres to produce, the cost of production, and the necessary price to be profitable. This 5-page fact sheet written by Tara Wade, Barbara Hyman, Eugene McAvoy, and John VanSickle and published by the UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department describes the process used to create the 2017/18 enterprise budget for tomatoes in southwest Florida and includes resources for producers interested in creating enterprise budgets for their own operations.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe1087
Do Millennials have a stronger demand for orange juice?
Authors: Heng Yan , Ward Ronald W. , House Lisa A.
Published: December 2020

Accounting for a quarter of the population in the United States, the millennial generation is believed to have stronger buying power than other generations. But does targeting orange juice marketing to millennials, and, in particular, millennial parents, reap rewards? This 4-page fact sheet written by Yan Heng, Ronald W. Ward, and Lisa A. House and published by the UF/IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department presents the results of a survey examining several generations and their impact on demand for orange juice to find out whether targeting this one is a wise marketing strategy. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe1089
Government Policy and Farmland Markets: Implications of the New Economy--Part 1
Authors: Moss Charles B. , Schmitz Andrew
Published: December 2020

This EDIS document FE342, 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. Published October 2002.
State General Revenues and Expenditures in Florida
Authors: Mulkey David , Cothran Henry
Published: December 2020

This is EDIS document FE366, 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. Published December 2002.

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe366
Miami-Dade County’s Urban Forests and Their Ecosystem Services
Authors: Escobedo Francisco , Klein Joy , Pace Micah , Mayer Henry , Varela Sebastian
Published: December 2020

The urban forest in Miami-Dade County reduces air pollution, controls stormwater, reduces crime, increases real estate values, and improves livability. This 14-page fact sheet can be used by urban foresters, residents, and planners to better understand and maximize the benefits of this important natural resource. Written by Francisco Escobedo, Joy Klein, Micah Pace, Henry Mayer, and Sebastian Varela, and published by the UF Department of School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2011. (UF/IFAS Photo by Eric Zamora)

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr347
Facilitating Community Change: Lessons from Climate Adaptation to Guide Extension Engagement
Authors: Monroe Martha C. , Oxarart Annie , Abeels Holly , Bartels Wendy-Lin , Bradigan-Betancourt Alicia , Goodison Crystal , Ruppert Thomas
Published: December 2020

This 19-page publication written by Martha Monroe and Annie Oxarart and published by the UF/IFAS School of Forest Resources and Conservation provides Extension faculty in Florida with useful strategies to help communities understand, discuss, evaluate, and recommend potential solutions to current and future problems. While much of the research behind these strategies has been conducted in the context of climate adaptations in vulnerable communities and ecosystems, such as coastal fisheries, rainfed agriculture, and floodplain cities, the principles that underlie these processes are universal. The same strategies and guidelines can be tailored for any issue that requires the public to become more informed, generate options, and understand advantages and disadvantages of various choices. In these situations, Extension agents can facilitate a process of thoughtful deliberation to help communities find common ground and move toward finding solutions.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr430
The Health Benefits of Grapefruit Furanocoumarins
Authors: Wang Yu , Reuss Laura E.
Published: December 2020

Although contraindicated for certain medications, grapefruits are also known for their numerous health benefits. Both these effects come from, in part, natural chemicals called furanocoumarin.  Numerous studies have shown that furanocoumarins, reduce inflammation and stop cancer cells from multiplying. Furthermore, they may also help repair damaged DNA that would otherwise contribute to the development of tumors.
How many meals should I eat each day?
Authors: Dahl Wendy , Alyousif Zainab
Published: December 2020

For older adults who want to stay healthy, it’s a common question. Should I eat three meals a day or is two meals adequate? Also, should I eat snacks between my meals? For healthy older adults, the number of meals may not matter as much as the total food eaten in a day. It is the nutritional quality of your meals and snacks and the total calories eaten that are most important. Aiming to meet the recommended servings of food groups, i.e. fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy will help promote good health and prevent illness.
Conducting a Community Forum to Address Youth Substance Abuse
Authors: Rickerson Emily , Kumaran Muthusami , Fogarty Kate
Published: December 2020

Community forums are about participatory democracy at a local level. They involve gathering citizens of a community together to discuss issues, make choices on how to deal with them, and develop common ground to resolve those issues. This 4-page fact sheet provides suggestions for leading and conducting a forum on youth substance abuse, based on the National Issues Forums (NIF) model. Written by Emily Rickerson, Muthusami Kumaran, and Kate Fogarty, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2011. (Photo ©Grand Rapids, MI)
Youth Mentoring: Involving College Students
Authors: Rickerson Emily , Kumaran Muthusami , Fogarty Kate
Published: December 2020

Today’s youth are facing a number of troubling issues including substance abuse, family disturbances, bullying, low morale resulting in low academic achievement, dropping out of school, and more. Having someone who cares about youth, to talk to them about the issues they face and mentoring them, can be a positive factor for all involved. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Emily Rickerson, Muthusami Kumaran, and Kate Fogarty about a collegiate mentor service learning program at the University of Florida., and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2011. (Photo © C.A.M.P. Gator)
Choosing Healthy Meals As You Get Older: 10 Healthy Eating Tips for People Age 65+
Authors: Bobroff Linda
Published: December 2020

After introducing MyPlate in June 2011, USDA provided a series of fact sheets to help consumers use the dietary advice of the Dietary Guidelines 2010. USDA continues to add fact sheets to the series, reflecting the most current Dietary Guidelines and issues important to consumers. This fact sheet was developed by the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion/USDA in partnership with the National Institute on Aging/National Institutes of Health. This series of fact sheets is distributed by UF/IFAS Extension, June 2017.
Enfermedad renal crónica: Potasio y su dieta
Authors: Kendall Ashley R. , Gal Nancy J. , Dahl Wendy J.
Published: December 2020

This is a Spanish language translation of FSHN16-9/FS287: Chronic Kidney Disease: Potassium and Your Diet
Conducting an In-depth Interview
Authors: Guion Lisa A. , Diehl David C. , McDonald Debra
Published: December 2020

In-depth interviewing is a tool for collecting rich information that can inform program development and evaluation. Learn the basics with this 3-page fact sheet written by Lisa A. Guion, David C. Diehl, and Debra McDonald, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2011. (UF/IFAS photo by Marisol Amador)
Berries and Small Fruits: Safe Handling Practices for Consumers
Authors: Simonne Amy
Published: December 2020

Small fruits and berries include table grapes, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and kiwi fruit. These fruits are very tender and delicate. Most of these fruits are often packaged in the field without washing.Since the fruits are grown in a natural environment, they may be contaminated with harmful bacteria. Here are steps that you can take to reduce your risk of foodborne illness from these delicious fruit. This publication is FCS8741, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, IFAS, University of Florida. Publication date: November 2002.
Being Involved with Your School-Age Child
Authors: Ferrer Millie , Fugate Anne M. , Rivera Ingrid
Published: December 2020

This document is FCS2204 one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), University of Florida. Publication date: December 2002, Updated July 2003.
Hazardous Household Substances: Alternatives That Are Relatively Free of Toxic Effects
Authors: Hammer Marie , Koehler Chris , Cantrell Randall A.
Published: December 2020

Some products that we use in our homes contain chemicals that are hazardous or toxic. We can reduce the potential for exposure to chemicals from household products and produce less hazardous household waste by using alternatives that are relatively free of toxic effects. This six-page fact sheet describes some alternatives that are relatively free of toxic effects. Written by Marie Hammer, Chris Koehler, and Randall Cantrell and published by the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/he791

Previous version: Hammer, Marie. 2002. “Hazardous Household Substances: Alternatives That Are Relatively Free of Toxic Effects”. EDIS 2002 (3). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-he791-2002.
Managing the health and productivity of HLB-affected groves
Authors: Vashisth Tripti
Published: December 2020

In 2005, Huanglongbing (HLB) or citrus greening disease was first discovered in Florida. Florida orange production changed from 242 million boxes (90 lbs/box) in the pre-hurricane, pre-HLB, 2003-04 season to 81.5 million boxes in 2015-16. This dramatic reduction in yield is attributable to multiple causes, including a reduction in citrus acreage, citrus canker and other citrus diseases. HLB is now recognized as the primary reason for declining citrus yields. Growers are urgently looking for strategies to maintain fruit production in their groves under endemic HLB conditions.

After years of extensive research from across the world, we still do not have a cure for HLB, however we have learned a lot about this disease, the plant’s response and the disease vector. Based on the scientific and observational information gathered in the last decade a number of tools and strategies are currently available for growers to maintain the health and productivity of HLB-affected trees. In this article we will be shedding light on these currently available horticultural inputs and practices that can be implemented immediately by growers to maintain and improve citrus tree health.
University of Florida Potato Variety Trials Spotlight: ‘French Fingerling’
Authors: Mwatuwa Rodrick , Christensen Christian , Solano Pam , Zotarelli Lincoln
Published: December 2020

by Rodrick Z. Mwatuwa, Christian T. Christensen, Pam Solano, and Lincoln Zotarelli http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1300
‘Florida Beauty’ Strawberry
Authors: Whitaker Vance M. , Peres Natalia A. , Agehara Shinsuke
Published: December 2020

‘Florida Beauty’ (PPAF) is a new strawberry cultivar released by the University of Florida and commercialized in 2017. This cultivar was originally evaluated as breeding selection FL 12.121-5. ‘Florida Beauty’ originated from a 2012 cross between Queensland Australia selection 2010-119 (female parent) and ‘Florida Radiance’ (male parent). It has been tested over several years in field plots at the University of Florida Gulf Coast Research and Education Center (GCREC) in Wimauma, FL, at the Florida Strawberry Growers Association (FSGA) headquarters in Dover, FL, and on several commercial farms. Data from these trials have been used to generate the following information and recommendations to help growers obtain optimum performance of this cultivar in west-central Florida. Comparisons are made to the current industry standard cultivars ‘Florida Radiance’ (Chandler et al. 2009) and Sweet Sensation® ‘Florida127’ (Whitaker et al. 2015) (hereafter referred to as ‘Florida127’).
Tospovirus-Resistant Tomato Varieties for Southern Florida
Authors: Wente Rebecca L. , Hutton Samuel F. , Adkins Scott , Turechek William , Funderburk Joseph E.
Published: December 2020

Authors describe performance of Tospovirus-resistant tomato varieties under commercial production settings in Dade County, FL. Virus resistance has become important for this area since the emergence of two new tomato-infecting tospoviruses. Knowledge of availability and performance of resistant varieties will help growers who are looking for alternative varieties.
Identification of Broadleaf Weeds in Citrus
Authors: Futch Stephen H. , Hall David W.
Published: December 2020

This document is HS-896, one of a series of the Horticultural Sciences Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Published February 2003.

HS-896/HS150: Identification of Broadleaf Weeds in Citrus (ufl.edu)
Cucumeris Mite (Suggested Common Name) Neoseiulus cucumeris (Oudemans) (Arachnida: Mesostigmata: Phytoseiidae)
Authors: Kakkar Garima , Kumar Vivek , McKenzie Cindy , Osborne Lance S.
Published: December 2020

Includes: Introduction - Synonymy - Distribution - Description and Biology - Host Range - Economic Importance - Selected References.

Also available on the Featured Creatures website at http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/BENEFICIAL/Neoseiulus_cucumeris.htm
Bees of Florida
Authors: Weaver James , Naranjo Shiala M. , Noordyke Emily , Mallinger Rachel
Published: December 2020

Did you know there are over 320 species of bees in Florida and over 4,000 in the United States? Wild bees vary widely in behavior, color, size, and shape. Written by James R. Weaver, Shiala M. Naranjo, Emily Noordyke, and Rachel E. Mallinger and published by the UF/IFAS Entomology and Nematology Department, Bees of Florida is a two-page pdf guide to some common bee groups and species you may encounter in Florida. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in1285
Yaupon Holly Culture and Pest Management for Tea Production and Ornamental Use
Authors: Borden Matthew A. , Wilhelm Mark , Dale Adam G.
Published: December 2020

Yaupon holly, Ilex vomitoria Aiton, is an evergreen woody plant native to the southeastern United States. The species is widely used as a landscape ornamental plant because it tolerates a wide range of soil and environmental conditions, is available in various forms, and attracts wildlife, especially native birds. Recently, there has been a resurgence of interest in cultivating the plant for the caffeinated beverages that can be made from its leaves. This 8-page fact sheet written by Matthew A. Borden, Mark A. Wilhelm, and Adam G. Dale and published by the UF/IFAS Entomology and Nematology Department provides a guide to managing yaupon holly and protecting it from pests. It will be useful to both commercial growers and homeowners interested in growing this beautiful and useful plant.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in2199
Natural products for managing landscape and garden pests in Florida
Authors: Borden Matthew A. , Buss Eileen A. , Park Brown Sydney G. , Dale Adam G.
Published: December 2020

Many people are seeking available and effective options that are safer for people and the environment than some conventional synthetic pesticides. There is also rising interest in organic gardening, which relies on many natural pesticides. Natural products can be used in isolation or combination with conventional pesticide programs as valuable rotation options, delaying or preventing onset of insect and disease resistance caused by repeatedly using the same chemical controls. This publication describes natural products used in residential landscapes and gardens that are generally less toxic to non-target organisms and the environment, and when used correctly, can be effective tools for plant protection. These products are most effective when used in an integrated pest management (IPM) program along with sanitation, proper cultural or maintenance practices, mechanical control tactics, use of resistant plant varieties, and biological control, when possible.
Using Nematodes to Control Insects: Overview and Frequently Asked Questions
Authors: Crow William T.
Published: December 2020

This document is ENY-050, one of a series of the Entomology & Nematology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Publication date: December 2002.
Nematode Management in Residential Lawns
Authors: Crow William T.
Published: December 2020

Plant-parasitic nematodes are among the least understood and most difficult pests to manage on turfgrass in Florida. They are very small, and most can only be seen with the aid of a microscope. They use a stylet to puncture plant cells, to inject digestive juices into them, and to ingest plant fluids. The most reliable way to determine whether plant-parasitic nematodes are involved in a turf problem is to have a nematode assay conducted by a professional nematode diagnostic lab.
Rainfastness of Pesticides
Authors: Wells Bonnie , Fishel Frederick M.
Published: December 2020

Generally, it is best to avoid pesticide application when rainfall is likely; however, weather can be unpredictable, so it is best to choose a product with good rainfast characteristics. Learn more in this 3-page fact sheet written by Bonnie Wells and F.M. Fishel, and published by the UF Department of Agronomy, August 2011.
False Rosemary, Conradina canescens
Authors: Miller Debbie , Thetford Mack , Verlinde Chris , Campbell Gabriel , Smith Ashlynn
Published: December 2020

False rosemary is found on the backsides of foredunes, on all sides of backdunes, and inland in scrub communities. False rosemary is killed by fires but will reseed to an area in the absence of further disturbance. It is endemic to west Florida and Alabama, contributes to beach mouse habitat, and attracts many pollinators.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg167

Note: This fact sheet is also available as a chapter in a comprehensive manual titled Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle,  Please see the manual for more information about other useful and attractive native plants for dunes and for further information about restoration and preservation techniques.
Seabeach Evening Primrose, Oenothera humifusa
Authors: Miller Debbie , Thetford Mack , Verlinde Chris , Campbell Gabriel , Smith Ashlynn
Published: December 2020

Seabeach evening primrose is found in beach dunes throughout coastal counties in Florida, west to Louisiana,and as far north as New Jersey.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg177

This publication is derived from information in SGEB-75/SG156, Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle, by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Christina Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, and Ashlynn Smith. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg156.
Bitter Panicgrass, Bitter Panicum, Panicum amarum
Authors: Miller Debbie , Thetford Mack , Verlinde Chris , Campbell Gabriel , Smith Ashlynn
Published: December 2020

Bitter panicgrass is important in dune stabilization and building and often grows intermixed with sea oats onforedunes. It is also found spread throughout back dunes, interdunal swales, and coastal grasslands. This plantoccurs throughout coastal Florida, except for the Big Bend coast, west to New Mexico, and along coastal northeast states to Massachusetts. A significant proportion of bitter panicgrass reproduction is by vegetative spread; its seeds are often sterile.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg178

This publication is derived from information in SGEB-75/SG156, Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle, by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Christina Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, and Ashlynn Smith. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg156.
Sand Live Oak, Quercus geminata
Authors: Miller Debbie , Thetford Mack , Verlinde Chris , Campbell Gabriel , Smith Ashlynn
Published: December 2020

Sand live oak is found throughout northern Florida, more broadly west to Louisiana, and northeast to NorthCarolina. It is found in beach dunes, backdunes, sandhills, coastal areas, and inland areas with deep sandy soils.While this plant forms trees farther inland, it is commonly reduced to shrubs and sub-shrubs because of the extreme environmental conditions of the coast. The acorns of this plant are a valuable food source for wildlife. Sand live oak is available also in commercial nurseries and is often used as a landscape plant.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg182

This publication is derived from information in SGEB-75/SG156, Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle, by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Christina Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, and Ashlynn Smith. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg156.
Myrtle Oak, Quercus myrtifolia
Authors: Miller Debbie , Thetford Mack , Verlinde Chris , Campbell Gabriel , Smith Ashlynn
Published: December 2020

Myrtle oak is one of the three scrub oaks characteristic of scrub communities. It occurs on coastal regions of the Florida Panhandle and throughout the Florida peninsula and coastal southeastern United States west to Mississippi and east to South Carolina. The acorns of myrtle oak are an important food source for wildlife.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg183

This publication is derived from information in SGEB-75/SG156, Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle, by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Christina Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, and Ashlynn Smith. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg156.
A Brief History of the Sales Environment
Authors: Strader Micah , Wysocki Allen
Published: December 2020

This document is SN001, one of a series of the Food and Resource Economics Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Original publication date January 2002. Reviewed October 2008.

SN001/SN001: A Brief History of the Sales Environment (ufl.edu)
Soil Testing and Interpretation for Florida Turfgrasses
Authors: Shaddox Travis W. , Sartain Jerry B.
Published: December 2020

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Citrus Irrigation Management
Authors: Kadyampakeni Davie Mayeso , Morgan Kelly T. , Zekri Mongi , Ferrarezi Rhuanito , Schumann Arnold , Obreza Thomas A.
Published: December 2020

Water is a limiting factor in Florida citrus production during the majority of the year because of the low water holding capacity of sandy soils resulting from low clay and the non-uniform distribution of the rainfall. In Florida, the major portion of rainfall comes in June through September. However, rainfall is scarce during the dry period from February through May, which coincides with the critical stages of bloom, leaf expansion, fruit set, and fruit enlargement. Irrigation is practiced to provide water when rainfall is not sufficient or timely to meet water needs. Proper irrigation scheduling is the application of water to crops only when needed and only in the amounts needed; that is, determining when to irrigate and how much water to apply. With proper irrigation scheduling, yield will not be limited by water stress. With citrus greening (HLB), irrigation scheduling is becoming more important and critical and growers cannot afford water stress or water excess. Any degree of water stress or imbalance can produce a deleterious change in physiological activity of growth and production of citrus trees.  The number of fruit, fruit size, and tree canopy are reduced and premature fruit drop is increased with water stress.  Extension growth in shoots and roots and leaf expansion are all negatively impacted by water stress. Other benefits of proper irrigation scheduling include reduced loss of nutrients from leaching as a result of excess water applications and reduced pollution of groundwater or surface waters from the leaching of nutrients. Recent studies have shown that for HLB-affected trees, irrigation frequency should increase and irrigation amounts should decrease to minimize water stress from drought stress or water excess, while ensuring optimal water availability in the rootzone at all times.
Building for Birds Evaluation Tool: Breeding and Wintering Habitat for Forest Birds
Authors: Hostetler Mark , Archer Jan-Michael
Published: December 2020

Several bird species use forest fragments and trees conserved in built areas as breeding, wintering, and stopover habitat. Scientists have created a Building for Birds online tool to help these birds and the people who appreciate them. This evaluation tool is most useful for small developments or developments in already fragmented landscapes.

The tool is designed for use when no opportunity is available to conserve large forest areas of 125 acres or more within a proposed development. Developers are sometimes reluctant to conserve trees and forest fragments in subdivided residential/commercial areas because it costs time and money, but there is value in this conservation effort not only for many different species of forest birds, but for future homeowners waking to birdsong in the mornings.

This 17-page fact sheet written by Mark Hostetler and Jan-Michael Archer and published by the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation describes the online tool and shows how it can help preserve breeding and wintering habitat for migrating birds.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw417
Reducing Human-Bear Conflicts: Bear-Resistant Trash Cans
Authors: Noel Ethan T. , Pienaar Elizabeth F. , Orlando Mike
Published: December 2020

The Florida black bear (Ursus americanus floridanus) is the only species of bear in Florida, with an estimated population of approximately 4,030 bears. Bears that eat garbage put themselves in danger. This 3-page fact sheet written by Ethan T. Noel, Elizabeth F. Pienaar, and and Mike Orlando and published by the Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Department explains how to secure human garbage from bears so that they don’t become reliant on human food sources, a condition that puts them at great risk of being killed from vehicle collisions, illegal shooting, or euthanasia.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw429
Everglades Invasive Reptile and Amphibian Monitoring Program: Summary of the First Five Years
Authors: Harvey Rebecca G. , Rochford Michael R. , Ketterlin Eckles Jennifer , Metzger Edward F. , Nestler Jennifer , Mazzotti Frank J.
Published: December 2020

Lists the objectives, activities, and accomplishments of the Everglades Invasive Reptile and Amphibian Monitoring Program over its first five years and describes some ways Floridians and visitors to the state can help with the effort.
Media Relations
Authors: Telg Ricky
Published: December 2020

Develop a media relations strategy! This 3-page fact sheet was written by Ricky Telg and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2011. (UFIFAS photo Thomas Wright)

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc111
Team-Based Evaluation of Extension Programs
Authors: Lamm Alexa J. , Harder Amy , Israel Glenn D. , Diehl David
Published: December 2020

Evaluation is essential for showcasing the public value of Extension programs. This 5-page fact sheet reports the evaluation skills and abilities expressed by county faculty during a survey in the fall of 2010 and offers strategies for enhancing evaluation efforts based on the strengths and weaknesses expressed in the survey. Written by Alexa J. Lamm, Amy Harder, Glenn D. Israel, and David Diehl, and published by the UF Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2011. (Photo by Chuck Woods)

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc118
Reframing Leadership
Authors: Sowcik Matthew , Carter Hannah S. , McKee Valerie
Published: December 2020

Effective leadership is essential in the businesses where we work, the institutions where we learn and in the communities where we live. Our own leadership is a product of how we see the world. The article looks at Bolman and Deal's book Reframing Organizations and the different frames to address organizational issues and leadership.
Key Program Outcomes for K-12 School Gardens Identified Through Expert Consensus
Authors: Webb Susan , Diaz John M. , Campbell Catherine G.
Published: December 2020

National trends indicate that school gardens are positioned to become fixtures in primary and secondary education.  Garden-based learning and curricula are aligned with school standards and reinforce educational activities in diverse subjects, including science, language arts, math, and social studies.  Extension faculty and staff are often called upon by clientele to provide technical expertise on these efforts within schools.  An estimated 1 in 5 extension agents are involved in school gardens (Benson, 2014).  However, there is a clear lack of an outcome-driven framework for support organizations, including Extension, to use to determine and evaluate the short, medium, and long-term outcomes for program activities. The results from the Delphi study presented in this article represent the first step in developing a comprehensive set of indicators that can be used to create measurable objectives and evaluation tools.
Book Review of Story Movements: How Documentaries Empower People and Inspire Social Change
Authors: Fessmann Jasper
Published: December 2020

Book review of Caty Borum Chattoo's Story Movements: How Documentaries Empower People and Inspire Social Change.