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RevisedSome of the most widely adopted precision agriculture technologies include guidance systems that utilize a Global Positioning System (GPS). Although these technologies are most commonly utilized in row-crop agricultural systems, they also have many potential benefits in forage-based production systems. With so many different options to choose from, it can be a daunting task to determine which technologies are the best fit for a specific farming application and budget. When coupled with a differential GPS system (which are available in various levels of correction accuracy), the accuracy of these guidance systems can be greatly improved. The main goal of this bulletin is to cover the currently available GPS guidance options for forage production systems.
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RevisedBoom sprayer calibration using conventional methods (catching flow for certain time or distance) for large (60-90 ft; 54-72 nozzles) boom sprayers can be a time-consuming process. This short publication outlines steps to take to verify nozzle output and calibrate a boom sprayer, including tables with useful information on flow rates at multiple speeds for two common nozzle spacings and an equation for calculating rates if needed.
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The lack of proper planter setup and maintenance results in common planting mistakes that affects crop stand and yield every year. Growers can easily avoid these mistakes by following a few simple steps at the beginning of the planting season to ensure proper planter setup for maximized field performance. This simple and easy-to-follow checklist provides tips on how to properly set up different planter components to achieve a high and uniform stand establishment across the field. The checklist also includes a visual to identify the components available on a typical row-crop planter.
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RenewedEl tizón de fuego de las rosáceas es una enfermedad destructiva, altamente infecciosa y que ocurre en muchas partes del país y es causada por la bacteria Erwinia amylovora. El tizón de fuego es particularmente prevalente en algunos condados de Georgia. La enfermedad puede atacar los botones florales, las hojas, los meristemos apicales, ramas, frutos y las raíces.
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Microplastics represent an emerging environmental issue stemming from the widespread use, disposal, and degradation of plastic materials. Found globally across oceans, freshwater systems, drinking water sources, and bottled beverages, these contaminants originate from both the breakdown of larger plastic items and the direct release of manufactured small particles. This expert resource provides science-based information to address general concerns and questions residents have about microplastics in general, their existence in our drinking water, human exposure to and potential health consequences of microplastics, and their removal from water.
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Building a Home Emergency Kit
RevisedThis is a basic list of supplies you should have ready for emergencies. Keep the items you will most likely need during an evacuation in an easy-to-carry, waterproof container. Be mindful that this is a basic list of supplies. A more comprehensive list can be found in the Home Emergency Management Guide.
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RevisedThis publication provides information on pulse width modulation (PWM) technology including its working principle, components, benefits, and best management practices for its optimal utilization on agricultural sprayers. Pulse width modulation technology was developed to overcome pressure variation issues, as the flow rate is varied by changing the cycle of the electronically actuated solenoid valves while the system pressure remains constant throughout the boom.
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RenewedThis publication explains the necessary steps for starting a school garden. To create a sustainable garden, the emphasis is placed on school and community support.
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RenewedThis publication covers some of the basic information about what you may need and key considerations when developing a small fruit and vegetable farm.
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