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ArticlesBloodwork Basics – Complete Blood Counts in Horse Health
Complete blood counts (CBCs) are simple blood tests that quantify blood cells and provide veterinarians with valuable information about your horse's health. -
ArticlesHow to Manage Forests for Carbon: An Introduction for Family Forest Owners
This article introduces readers to carbon management strategies for different types of forest conditions on private lands. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program. -
ArticlesThe Economic Value of Private Forests and Climate Change Mitigation
A review of some of the economic values associated with carbon and climate change mitigation on private forests. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program. -
ArticlesHow Much Should I be Paid to Manage Forest Carbon?
A look at the role of opportunity costs and management objectives associated with forest carbon payments. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education program. -
ArticlesForest Carbon Pools: Where are They?
This article provides an overview of where carbon pools are located in a forest. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program. -
ArticlesCarbon Accounting in Forest Management
This article describes how baselines and harvesting are included in carbon accounting. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program. -
ArticlesConversions Commonly Used When Comparing Timber and Carbon Values
This article will describe how to convert timber and carbon values from one unit to another. Content provided by the Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program. -
ArticlesClaves Para Establecer una Plantación Exitosa de Arándanos
Los arándanos pueden ser fáciles de cultivar, pero muchas plantaciones comerciales batallan durante años y nunca crecen tan vigorosamente como deberÃan. -
ArticlesAgritourism Diversification: A Business Planning Questionnaire
This article guides you through making changes to your agritourism business. -
ArticlesDairy Heifer Contracting Fundamentals
Understanding the importance and components of a written contract is essential for custom heifer growers and for dairy producers using these services. -
ArticlesBuilding an Emergency Response Plan for Livestock Producers
Whether you raise pigs, sheep, goats, or cattle, having an emergency plan for their care is critical for animal welfare and business continuity. -
ArticlesCreating a Closed Terrarium
If done properly, a closed terrarium will establish its own rain cycle and require minimal maintenance. This article describes how to create this unique indoor garden. -
ArticlesPredicting Pregnancy Loss
Diagnosing pregnancy early identifies open cows and can help minimize days open and increase profitability, but losing confirmed pregnancies can be very frustrating. -
ArticlesGrowing Gardeners: Growing Veggies from Veggies
Kids love to learn and watch things grow. A fun and easy way to recycle veggies is to regrow them in your very own kitchen. -
ArticlesHardy Cyclamen for the Home Garden
The familiar florist's cyclamen is not hardy enough to survive outdoors in our climate, but its diminutive cousins make beautiful additions to a shady garden. -
ArticlesPreventing Winter Burn on Evergreen Landscape Plants
Winter burn can be a serious problem for evergreen plants, leading to browning of the leaves, branch dieback, or even plant death. Learn why this happens and what can be done to prevent this harmful desiccation from ruining the plants in your garden. -
ArticlesCranberries, A Holiday Tradition
Whether you want to grow your own cranberries to use in your holiday celebrations or visit an area where they are growing in the wild, Pennsylvania is a place you can do both. -
ArticlesRecycling A Real Christmas Tree
After the holidays, there are many ways to reuse or recycle your real Christmas tree that can benefit your garden, your home, and the environment. -
ArticlesHoliday Plants and Pets
Can pets and holiday houseplants coexist? Find out which holiday plants to display with caution to keep your pets safe. -
ArticlesFeeding Pellets for Broiler Performance Improvements
Feeding pelleted diets improves broiler production efficiency through increased feed intake and live weight gain as well as improved feed conversion ratio. -
ArticlesAcidified and Low-Acid Food Regulatory Requirements
This article describes federal regulations issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for processors of low-acid and acidified shelf-stable foods. -
ArticlesFAQ on EID: Electronic Identification for Dairy Calves
This article summarizes recent updates to the USDA's Animal Disease Traceability rule and how this rule applies to non-replacement dairy calves. -
ArticlesAprenda Cómo Ajustar las Recomendaciones de Fertilización
La mejor forma de aplicar fertilizantes de manera eficiente ya sea en un huerto, césped o área ajardinada es comenzar con un análisis de suelo. -
ArticlesUse Flock Records to Set Goals and Make Selection Decisions
Where are you headed in the future? Do you have any production goals for your flock of sheep? -
ArticlesThe Delicate Art of Weaning Calves
Weaning calves can be a traumatic event for calves, but if done correctly, can be a lucrative management tool.