Urinary Calculi in Male Goats and Sheep (FS-2021-0581)
… Figure 2. Smaller breeds of sheep may be easier for youth to handle. Photo by Maegan Perdue Many small farmers raise … also known as “urolithiasis” or “waterbelly,” occurs when sediment (a concentration of mucus, protein and mineral … should compose most of a sheep or goat’s diet. Ruminants remove phosphorus from their bodies by excreting it into …
Invasives in Your Woodland: Japanese Hop
… Japanese Hops blooming in Baltimore County, MD. Photo by Bill Hubick, Maryland … of publication. Before we dive into this issue’s plant species, let’s clear up a usage matter. Grammatically … Biodiversity Project . Regardless, this plant is an invasive along most of the eastern seaboard and in scattered …
Transitioning from Fall to Winter
… By Andrew Kling As the famous pallet of fall colors begin to fade, Maryland's forests undergo an important … of the wildlife still active beneath the canopy. And when snow falls, woodlands take on a new ambiance. The quiet … how to identify them, and consider joining the efforts to remove them in your local community, county, or state public …
Custom Work Charges in Maryland and Delaware (FS-683)
… gal water wagon rental, bed forming, plastic laying and vegetable transplanter. Variations in operation charges can … Cooperative Extension Acknowledgements: Revised fact sheet by Dale Johnson, 2002. Appreciation is extended to … Lewis, Dale Johnson, and Ben Beale for reviewing the fact sheet. This publication, Custom Work Charges in Maryland and …
Energy 101: Wood
… outdoor wood boilers, achieving emissions of less than 1 gram of particulates per hour. European countries lead in … ) Emissions ( g/hr ) Efficiency ( % ) Model A 40,800 7 - 9 1.46 16 2.1 78.5 Model B 51,100 10 - 12 2.0 18 / 16 (ideal) … Asian longhorned beetle, emerald ash borer, and gypsy moth. Even without visible signs, wood should not be …
Bulbs
… UME Updated: March 6, 2023 Bulb is a term loosely used to include corms, tubers, tuberous roots, and rhizomes as … Don’t neglect your bulbs after they bloom. Mulching Remove mulch as soon as the danger of severe freezing has … flower to face toward the front of the bed. Deadheading When flowers fade, cut them off to prevent seed formation. …
Collecting & Sowing Native Plant Seed
… (called “ecotypes”) and for sourcing species difficult to find commercially. Successful seed collection and … not germinate uniformly. To gain experience, select native plant species that will germinate easily and grow in the … that sell native seed mixes or individual species. When purchasing native seed, it is important to understand …
Old House Borer
… borer is a longhorned beetle. The adult beetle is 5/8 to 1 1/4 inches in size. It has a slightly flattened black or … infestation is active. Especially in spring and summer when wood moisture is high, rasping or clicking sounds made … is widespread, hard to access, or it is not possible to remove and replace the wood. Some pest control companies will …
Sunburn Damage on Flowers
… on hosta Updated: March 7, 2023 Symptoms Leaf scorch due to direct sunlight during the growing season is often caused by a sudden change in exposure caused by tree removal or … tips. Also, some plants grow best in partial sun or shade. When shade-loving plants, such as hosta or impatiens, are …
Powderpost Beetles
… are examples of places infestations occur. In addition to hardwoods, bamboo is susceptible because of its high … infestation is active. Especially in spring and summer when wood moisture is high, rasping or clicking sounds made … is wide-spread, hard to access, or it is not possible to remove and replace the wood consult with a licensed pest …