University of Maryland Extension Publications
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Learning resources subject to a high standard of quality, Extension publications have sought to meet the Land Grant service mission with research-based information freely distributed to the public. This collection contains some of the educational materials created by University of Maryland Extension.
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Item General Recommendations for Managing Nematodes in Field Crops(University of Maryland Extension, 2019) Kness, AndrewNematodes are an economically important pathogen of many crops in Maryland. Significant yield loss can occur if nematodes are not managed properly. This factsheet serves as a broad introduction to nematodes as plant pathogens and serves as a general guide for sampling and managing nematodes in Maryland.Item What do the numbers really mean? Interpreting variety trial results(University of Maryland Extension, 2020) Kness, Andrew; Fiorellino, NicoleVariety trials are conducted across the US by land-grant institutions to evaluate the performance of commercial seed varieties of many crops, such as corn, soybean, wheat, etc. Farmers and other agriculture professionals use this data to help them choose the best seed varieties for their farming operation. Statistics presented in variety trial reports may be unfamiliar to some stakeholders, which can lead to incorrect conclusions. This fact sheet explains the statistics used in variety trials and how to properly apply the statistics to interpret the data.Item Tomatoes(University of Maryland Extension, 2019) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Yen, PeggySolanum lycopersicum is an herbaceous, usually sprawling plant in the nightshade family that is typically cultivated for its edible fruit. This publication briefly describes the types and varieties available from seed catalogs, and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, nutrition, and cooking.Item Year One: Garden Plan(University of Maryland Extension, 2011) Melvin, RachelThis publication is a map, schedule, and seasonal lists of planting tips for a 3x24-foot garden plot.Item Sweet Corn(University of Maryland Extension, 2015-06) Traunfeld, JonZea mays convar. saccharata var. rugosa is a variety of maize with a high sugar content. This publication describes the varieties and three flavor types of hybrid sweet corn, and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.Item 20 Recommended Vegetable Crops for School Container Gardens: Classification and Characteristics(University of Maryland Extension, 2010-01) Traunfeld, Jon; Smith, EricaThis chart lists plants that can be harvested in spring or fall by name, providing information about edible parts, container depth, time to plant/harvest, difficulty to grow, flavor, and nutrition.Item Southern Pea(University of Maryland Extension, 2010) Traunfeld, Jon; Abend, Anne; Yen, PeggyVigna unguiculata is known by many names including “blackeyes”, “cowpeas”, “crowders” and “field peas”. This publication provides instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, storage, nutrition, and use.Item Radish(University of Maryland Extension, 2010) Traunfeld, Jon; Powers, Heather; Yen, PeggyThis publication describes types of radishes and provides instruction for their planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.Item Growing Giant Pumpkins in Maryland Home Gardens(University of Maryland Extension, 2010-05) Traunfeld, JonThis publication provides instruction specific instruction for growing large pumpkins, a summer-growing annual of the genus Curcurbita and the family Curcurbitaceae. Topics covered include planting, cultivation, and harvesting, with a note regarding pests and diseases.Item Sweet Potato(University of Maryland Extension, 2010-04) Traunfeld, Jon; Smetana, Jeanine; Nixon, Bob; Yen, PeggyIpomoea batatas belongs to the family Convolvulaceae with two types of cultivars produced in the United States. This publication describes the general history of the sweet potato and provides general instruction for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and storage.