Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Below is a link to Forage Extension Laboratory website where you will see information about the service and forms.
http://rcrec-ona.ifas.ufl.edu/agronomy/forage-extension-laboratory.shtml

Joan A. Dusky

Associate Dean for Extension

Agricultural Program Leader

University of Florida

Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

352-392-1761

352-846-0458 Fax

jadu@ufl.edu

http://solutionsforyourlife.com

Monday, November 25, 2013

Winter Pruning Day, December 16th, Fort Pierce

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Hello Everyone,

Please the attached flier for information regarding the Winter Pruning Field Day at the Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce, FL. We will have some presentations in the morning, and then head out to the orchard to talk about pruning options for young orchard trees. There is not much pruning to do; however we will be able to use a few trees for examples.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks so much!

Take care and have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Mercy

“The good thing about science is that it’s true whether or not you believe in it”

-Neil DeGrasse Tyson

UF/IFAS news for 11/25

Good morning! Here is your UF/IFAS news for 11/25

Mysterious dead-branch syndrome has a likely culprit (Okaloosa)

http://www.nwfdailynews.com/lifestyle/columns/larry-williams/mysterious-dead-branch-syndrome-has-a-likely-culprit-1.238637

Authentic Florida Gardening Tips: Dig In

https://sarasotamagazine.com/authentic-florida/2013/11/21/authentic-florida-gardening-tips/

Here is some other UF/Gainesville/State/World news:

Students for a Democratic Society rallies at Tigert Hall for tuition equity

http://www.alligator.org/news/campus/article_b154e864-5595-11e3-bb0d-0019bb2963f4.html

Editorial: Criser as chancellor

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20131123/OPINION01/131129898/-1/news?Title=Editorial-Criser-as-chancellor

New DNA Research Study Findings Have Been Reported from University of Florida

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2013/11/20/new_dna_research_study_findings_have.htm

Health notes: Mayo Clinic and the University of Florida get $7.5 million investigate drugs to treat Alzheimer's
http://jacksonville.com/news/health-and-fitness/2013-11-20/story/health-notes-mayo-clinic-and-university-florida-get-75

Agriculture expert loved family, cattle business, LSU

http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2013-11-22/news/os-obit-hebert-20131122_1_extension-service-cattle-business-michigan-street

How the Affordable Care Act is affecting Gainesville

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20131124/ARTICLES/131129760?tc=cr

Guest column: Fertilizer and our waters

http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20131124/COLUMNISTS0205/311230004/Guest-column-Fertilizer-our-waters

Winter-like storm lumbers east, threatening holiday travel

http://www.latimes.com/nation/nationnow/la-na-nn-thanksgiving-weather-20131124,0,5924837.story#axzz2lf6YoqdW

Sandy Hook investigative report due out Monday

http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/25/justice/sandy-hook-shooting-report/

Massive, meat-eating predatory dinosaur unearthed

http://www.cnn.com/2013/11/22/us/siats-meekerorum-dinosour-discovered/

Brain region key to decision-making discovered

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/269291.php

Friday, November 22, 2013

ARS Newslink

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November 22, 2013
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Fungus may offer natural weed control:
A naturally occurring fungus may prove useful in the fight against Palmer amaranth, an aggressive southern weed that can grow at the rate of two inches a day and outcompete corn, cotton, soybean and other crops for resources, potentially reducing their yields. (11/18) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131118.htm

Tracking feedlot contaminants:
USDA researchers have found that a unique approach to cleaning up feedlot operations-the use of geographic information system (GIS) spatial mapping technologies to track how contaminants flow through the soil-offers its own set of benefits. (11/19) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131119.htm

Disease-resistant peas developed:
New garden- and dry-pea breeding lines developed by USDA scientists and their collaborators may offer growers added insurance against Aphanomyces root rot, a disease that can cause crop yield losses of 20 to 100 percent. (11/21) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131121.htm

From spent grain to kitty litter:
Kitty litter that's nearly 100 percent biodegradable can be made by processing spent grains left over from corn ethanol production. USDA scientists have shown that litter made with these grains as the starting material may prove to be more environmentally friendly than popular but nonbiodegradable clay-based litters. (11/22) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2013/131122.htm
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On-Demand Featured Videos - Week of November 18, 2013

Week of November 18, 2013

You may not realize just how convenient it is to watch videos about Polk County meetings, programs and services right at your computer and now on any mobile device or tablet. Here are video links to recent and upcoming meetings, shows and features. Just click and watch!

MEETINGS

Board of Adjustment – November 21

Code Enforcement Special Magistrate – November 21

Polk Transit Board of Directors – November 20

Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings – November 19

Board of County Commissioners Regular Session – November 19

Planning Commission – November 6

FEATURES

Que Pasa Polk? #26 – November 21

Dateline Polk #182 – November 19

Sports Central #212 – November 15

Encounter Central Florida’s Polk: Safari Wilderness Ranch

Science Quest: Traffic Signals and Bridges (Brad West, Amy Gregory, Mike Blaze, Kean Boyer)

The Commissioner’s Report (John Hall, Joe Tedder)

Polk County Supplier Diversity PSA

PCTSM Lake Mirror Auto Classic – October 19

Soccer Tips: Intermediate Defense (Brad West)

PCTSM Intermediate Cycling Tips (Dawn Decaminada)

PCFR CERT Training (Rosa Driggs) – October 12

Big Brothers Big Sisters (Amanda Fulton)

Polk Pioneers 2013: Wilma Waldron Coulter

Polk Pioneers 2013: Leta Mitchell Wright

Polk Place: Heartland for Children Adoption Month (Yolanda Baker, Kelly Willis)

Polk Place: Volunteer Polk (Janet Bartuska, Richard Howe)

Polk Place: Commuter Services (Christine Diaz Pagan)

Polk Place: Heartland Crime Stoppers (Chip Brown)

Polk Place: Guardian ad Litem

Polk Place: Flu Vaccinations (Daniela Chiriboga, Joy Jackson)

Polk Place: National Hospice Month (Johnsie McAlister)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Polk Place: Clean It Up to Green It Up (Katie Yoxall)

Polk Place: VISTE Thanksgiving Meal Delivery – November 27

Polk Place: Mother/Son Campout (Jennifer Wilson, Jamie Vance) – December 7

Polk Place: Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure – January 18

UPCOMING LIVE TV PROGRAMS

Watch on TV Bright House 622, Comcast 5, Verizon 20 or online at PGTV LIVE.

Tuesday, December 3, at 9:00 a.m. – Board of County Commissioners Regular Session

Tuesday, December 3, at 1:30 p.m. – Board of County Commissioners Public Hearings

Wednesday, December 4, at 9:00 a.m. – Planning Commission

Each week, we’ll be sending you a list of current video links. Look for next week’s links in the Pieces of Polk employee newsletter. For a complete listing of archive board meetings and other feature videos, go to Polk-County.net/pgtv. For DVD copies, please email katewest@polk-county.net or call the Communications office, (863) 534-5997.