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Item Introduction to Wildlife Management(University of Maryland Extension, 2002) Tjaden, Robert L.; Kays, JonathanThis factsheet introduces a series that explains basic wildlife management concepts, recommendations, habitat requirements, food, cover, and other general considerations.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 Recommended Vegetable Cultivars for Maryland Home Gardens(University of Maryland Extension, 1998-01) Traunfeld, JonThis publication lists cultivars of vegetable crops recommended by a survey of Maryland Master Gardeners. It includes a list of seed vendors as well.Item Bagworms and Their Control(University of Maryland Extension, 1999-02) Davidson, John; Raupp, Michael; Malinoski, Mary KayThyridopteryx ephemeraeformis (Haworth) is a serious insect pest of many ornamental shrubs and trees in the eastern half of the United States. This publication outlines its appearance and habits, life cycle, and damage, and describes forms of mechanical, biological, and chemical control.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.