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Calibrating Hand-Held and Backpack Sprayers for Applying Pesticides

Calibrating Hand-Held and Backpack Sprayers for Applying Pesticides

SS-AGR-235/WG214: Weed Management in Clover

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Homeowner Practices to Promote Water Quality

Homeowner Practices to Promote Water Quality

lots of good links to articles about lawns, gardens, fertilizer, pesticides, etc.

Seed Species Profiles > Buckmasters > Pennington Food Plots

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The Horse: Horsekeeping On Small Acreage

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County ready to join ag district - News | DailyAdvance.com

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The Horse: Tracking Young Horse Reactions on Different Feeds

The Horse: Tracking Young Horse Reactions on Different Feeds

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Peanut - Cotton Infonet - Frost Advisory link

http://www.ipm.vt.edu/infonet

THE PRIDE DOG FOOD

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NC Move Over Law

NC Move Over Law

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Rapid fire-ant sting desensitization OK in kids | Health | Reuters

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Links to Some of My Favorite Software

Fire Ant Biology: Colony

Fire Ant Biology: ColonyFire Ant Circle

from: http://www.aces.edu/dept/fireants/

Great resourses for Fire Ant info!!

Click on these links for lists and explanations of the different methods and products available for fire ant control.

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Seed Species Profiles > Buckmasters > Pennington Food Plots

Seed Species Profiles > Buckmasters > Pennington Food Plots: Seed Species Profiles

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Austrian Winter Peas
Type: Cool season annual legume
Uses: Austrian winter peas will make a great food plot or addition to a mixture planted in the fall to attract deer. Highly favored by whitetails, these fast growing peas will attract deer to a plot soon after germination, making them a preferred choice for bow hunters.
Planting Information:
Date: September-November
Rate: 50 pounds/acre or 1 1/4 pounds/1,000 sq.ft.
Depth: 1/2"

Birdsfoot Trefoil
Type: Perennial legume
Uses: Birdsfoot Trefoil will make great forage for deer, turkey and other wildlife in harsh conditions. It is very tolerant of poorly drained, lowland or acidic soils. It is drought resistant and salt tolerant but not adapted to the Deep South. Trefoil is very slow to establish, but once established it is persistent and resistant to browsing.
Planting Information:
Date: August-October and February-April
Rate: 10 pounds/acre or 1/4 pound/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1/4"

Sweet Blue Lupine
Type: Cool season annual legume
Uses: Blue Lupine has become a favored planting by many wildlife enthusiasts wanting to attract deer, turkey, quail and other game. It produces excellent high quality deer feed in the fall and spring months. Lupine produces a beautiful blue spike-like bloom and also makes excellent seed production for game birds.
Planting:
Date: North: April-May
South: September-October and March-April
Rate: 100 pounds/acre or 2 1/2 pounds/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1" maximum

Arrowleaf Clover
Type: Cool season reseeding annual legume
Uses: Arrowleaf clover is a very high yielding and high quality reseeding clover. The hollow stemmed plants have large blooms that are pink, white and purple in color. It is late maturing and will usually be productive into late July. It will tolerate low pH and sandy soils. This heavy reseeder makes a great plot for deer and turkey.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October
Rate: 8 pounds/acre or 3 ounces/1,000 sq.ft.
Depth: 1/4" maximum

Alfalfa
Type: Cool season perennial legume
Uses: Alfalfa makes an excellent quality forage for deer, turkey and rabbits. High in protein and with tremendous yields on good, well-drained soil, Alfalfa provides nutrition during fall, spring and summer.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October and March-May
Rate: 20 pounds/acre or 1/2 pound/1,000 sq.ft.
Depth: 1/8" maximum

Crimson Clover
Type: Cool season reseeding annual legume
Uses: Crimson clover, by far, is the most widely used annual clover for feeding and attracting deer, turkey, rabbits and other game species to food plot areas. It is a widely adapted plant that tolerates different soil types and low pH soils. It is an excellent and dependable re-seeding clover that is early maturing. Crimson works well in mixtures with small grains or later maturing clover such as white and red.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October
Rate: 20 pounds/acre or 1/2 pound/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1/4"

Hairy Vetch
Type: Cool season reseeding annual legume
Uses: Hairy vetch makes an excellent addition to fall planted deer mixtures. Its spring forage production is very palatable to deer and turkeys and it makes an excellent seed crop for quail and turkey.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October
Rate: 20 pounds/acre or 1/2 pound/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1/2" maximum

Red Clover
Type: Cool season perennial legume
Uses: Red clover is a winter-hardy legume that is excellent for deer and turkey food plots. It is a highly productive, late maturing clover growing from 18 to 30 inches tall during early to mid summer. It is very high yielding but usually only lasts about two years before needing to be replanted.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October and February-April
Rate: 15 pounds/acre or 6 ounces/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1/4" maximum

Subterranean Clover
Type: Cool season annual legume
Uses: Subterranean clover is a very low growing, shade-tolerant clover that will tolerate acidic soil conditions.
Planting Information:
Date: September-October
Rate: 20 pounds/acre or 1/2 pound/1,000 sq. ft.
Depth: 1/4"

White Ladino Clover
Type: Cool season perennial legume
Uses: Ladino clovers grow best when planted with small grains such as wheat, oats or rye. They can be overgrazed by deer in the young seedling stage and the grains can help take the early grazing pressure off the clover. Ladino clovers are very high yielding and high quality providing excellent protein for fall, spring and early summer. Ladino clover will generally last for 3 to 5 years as a perennial. Ladino clover makes an excellent food plot for deer and turkey as well as produce insects for quail chicks and turkey poults. Use on clay or loam soils or bottom land for best results.
Planting Information:
Date: North: August 15-October 1
Frost seeding: January-February, March-May
South: September-December
Rate: 8 pounds/acre or 3 ounces/1,000 sq.ft.
Depth: 1/4" maximum

Wintergrazer 70 Rye
Type: Cool season annual grain
Uses: Wintergrazer is well adapted throughout many parts of the U.S. It is excellent in combination with clover as a nurse crop because of its early maturity and ability to maintain its upright growth. It does not mat down and smother the clover that is getting established underneath it. It can reach a height of 4 to 5 feet tall and is very fast to establish, producing deer feed in as little as 14 days in ideal conditions. Wintergrazer rye grain is preferred by deer and is the most cold tolerant of all the cereal grains. Wintergrazer 70 is a rye grain and should not be confused with ryegrass.
Planting Information:
Date: September-November
Rate: 100 pounds/acre or 2 1/2 pounds/1,000 sq.ft.
Depth: 1/2"

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NCSU: ENT/for-05 Fire Ants in Horse Operations

NCSU: ENT/for-05 Fire Ants in Horse Operations

This explains what to use and how to use baits for control of Fire Ants in Pasture.

here is an excerpt:

Special Tips for Using Baits ! Do's and Don'ts ( Most bait failures are attributed to application error. )
Check for ant activity using potato chip test first.
Do not apply if ground is wet or rain occurs within 36 hours.
Do not store open product for longer than package allows. Some baits have a short shelf life and are not attractive when carrier is stale.
Do not store baits near other pesticides or fuels from which they may absorb odors and taste.
Do not apply baits directly on mounds, fire ants do not come and go from the top of the mound.
Do not disturb mounds when using baits so as not to interfere with normal foraging patterns, no matter how much fun it is.
Do not apply within ten days of applying a direct poison as there will be limited or no foraging.
Reapply as suggested by the label. This is not a permanent solution.

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Food Plot Articles from Pennington

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40-10 Forage Pea

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Forage Pea
Description

* small seed size
* slightly longer vine length than Trapper or Grande

Performance

* high relative feed value
* high forage yields (20% more than Trapper)
* late maturity
* seed with cereal to provide best combination of volume and feed value

Adaptation

* adapted to pea producing area of Western Canada

Advantage

* For the producer who desires a high nutrient, high yielding forage. It is especially effective when used in conjunction with annual forage cereals."

BUCKMASTERS | Deer Just Can't Resist!

	BUCKMASTERS ULTIMATE
FAQs Q:	What clover is recommended for Deer and Turkey?
A:	Under extreme grazing pressure and adverse climate conditions, Pennington Durana has proven to be more persistent than ladino-type clover. Durana is an intermediate type clover that is tolerant of deer pressure and produces more seed and smaller leaves for turkey. Since it is a perennial, Durana will last for several years and will provide a highly digestible, high protein food plot for deer, turkey and many other types of wildlife.
Q:	Do food plots need to be fertilized?
A:	Absolutely. All growing things need nutrition and food plots are no exception. Without fertilizer, food plots will not produce food or protein at their full potential. Specially formulated for wildlife food plots, Pennington's Wild Game Fertilizer is a 15-5-10 analysis that has 50% slow release nitrogen, which means it will feed your food plots for up to 100 days. This product also contains palletized lime, which aids in neutralizing the acidic soil found in woodland soils where food plots are grown.
Q:	How important are minerals to a deer's diet?
A:	Extremely important. Just as humans need minerals in their diets, deer need them to stay healthy and productive. Minerals provide many benefits to deer, including: increased conception rates in does, delivery of more fawn, distribution of calcium and phosphorous for antler production and increased overall health of the entire deer heard. Pennington's Rackmaster brand of deer mineral offers the required 2:1 ratio of calcium to phosphorous and is an all natural, soil colored formula that is easy to use when making mineral licks.
Q:	How essential is soil pH in the development of a food plot?
A:	Soil pH has everything to do with the establishment of healthy plants and directly relates to the plant's ability to absorb soil nutrients, which are necessary for plant survival and health. A pH of 5.0 is considered acidic and may cause as much as 50% waste of fertilizer. Using lime will raise the soil pH, making the soil less acidic and root systems more robust. Most plants perform well in soil with a pH of 6.5.
Q:	How can I control seed depth when I'm planting my food plots?
A:	There are various methods of controlling seed depth, depending on the way you apply seed and prepare your soil. If you are tilling, this is what Pennington recommends: Always cultipack or drag the area smooth and firm before planting seed. Soil tillage incorporates air into the soil and makes it very fluffy and soft, which allows seed to settle deeper than their planted depth. Firming the soil before planting will eliminate seed movement in the soil after planting, which is especially important when planting small seed such as clover.
Q:	How do I continue to provide supplemental food plots for my wildlife during planting season?
A:	Most wildlife enthusiasts completely destroy their food plots in order to plant a new one each season. Pennington does not recommend this method, as it removes the food source from the animals until new seedlings emerge and causes excess pressure on the new seedlings. Our recommendation is to strip plant* your food plots or to incorporate some permanent food plots and some annual plots, so that your animals have a constant food supply. *A strip planting example: If you have a two acre food plot, disk and plant everything but ½ acre. Once your new plants are growing well, plant the last ½ acre
Q:	How much area should I plant for wildlife?
A:	This is dependent upon several factors: deer density, natural habitat, neighboring properties and your personal goals as a property owner. Pennington offers this general advice: With a low deer density, plant a minimum of 2.5% of your total property in food plots. For a high deer density, you should plant at least 7% of your property. For example, if you have a 100 acre track with low deer density, then you will need approximately 2.5 acres of food plots. This same acreage with a high deer density would require approximately 7 acres of food plots.
Q:	How will I know if deer and other wildlife are utilizing my food plots?
A:	Pennington recommends this simple wire cage solution: Construct a tomato-type cage out of strong, heavy gauge wire so that all animals will stay out of this specific area of the plot. The cage should contain a two by two surface area. This structure will allow growth factors (sunlight, rain, fertilizer) to enter, but will keep out grazing pressure from animals. As your plots grow and the deer and other wildlife graze, the plants inside the cage will grow considerably taller than the area outside the cage. This will indicate that animals like the food source. (insert CalculatingFoodPlotSize.jpg)
Q:	Are all wildlife seed mixtures basically the same?
A:	No! The mixtures available on the market today are widely varied. From short term to long term mixtures, perennial to annual and high protein to low protein, wildlife seed mixtures are as different as the animals that will enjoy them. Here are some tips to help you make a decision for your individual needs: Chose a mix that will work well in the planted area. Take into consideration soil type and moisture, zone of the country in which you reside and your climate. Decide when you want the mixture to provide supplemental feed for your wildlife. Decide how often you want to plant the mixture. Determine whether you will need a high protein mix or one that will feed a large number of animals. Evaluate your property: Do you have full sun or partial shade? Determine planting area and the season in which you want to plant. Set your budget. Evaluate soil pH requirements and nutrient requirements for the seed mixture. Determine quantity of mixture needed to plant the total habitat. There are so many considerations and decisions to make about the seed mixture that is right for you. Pennington can make your life easier and help take the stress out of your decision. The Rackmaster product line from Pennington is regionally developed to offer you choices that will satisfy your needs and provide the highest quality food source for your wildlife. Pennington is here to help. Many answers to your questions are provided on this extensive website (please utilize the search function to easily find what you're looking for). But, if you can't find an answer here, simply call our hotline at 1-800-285-SEED. You'll speak directly with a seed expert who will help you evaluate your choices and provide seed advice. TIPS Wild Game Tips for Winter Springtime Wildlife Food Plot Tips Summer Tips GUIDES Wildlife Pocket Planner Introduction to Planting Food Plots Planting Method for Wildlife Products Successful Wildlife Food Plot Sold at G. P. Kittrell & Son, Inc.

Fire Ants !!!!!!! Invading Gates County!!!!!

We found Fire Ants at the house in the spring of last year and soon afterward we were inundated with them at the Sunbury VFD SubStation here in Corapeake. I have spent a lot of time searching the Internet , talking to people, and treating myself to find the best options for dealing with these little devils. I am looking at practicality, cost, availability, safety, and of course effectiveness.

My favorite product is Extinguish Plus. This is a mound treatment granular bait. It combines the slow acting insecticide found in the proven Amdro with the effective IGR (insect growth regulator) found in Extinguish. It in just a few days and gives good control. There are other baits like Amdro and Over n' Out Mound Treatment that work well also. Baits allow time for the workers to bring the bait down underground to the others, especially the queen. It is important to put the bait out when the workers are feeding and with no rain in forecast for the day. The best time to apply is in the morning when the dew is dry. Another effective method of application is to broadcast 1 to 2 lbs. (depending on the product) of bait per acre. The negative to broadcasting is mechanics of applying such a small amount per area. Baits come in 1#, 1.5#, 2#, 4.5# and larger size containers. Most of the smaller containers have a shaker cap on them.

If you have to kill a mound quick, then a drench will work. The best time to apply a drench is early or late, when the colony is not feeding, so most are in the mound. These will kill the ants in 24 hours, but the negative is you have to mix the chemicals in water (1 gal per mound) and more care must be taken for safety. Also, they may not kill the whole colony. Orthene and Cyonara are two of these chemicals that work well and are inexpensive.

The Cadillac treatment is a broadcast contact killer with soil residual. These can keep Fire Ants at bay for up to a year. The negative to these are the cost. One such product available to homeowners is Over n' Out Granules. One 20# bag covers 10,000 sq ft. A typical acre house lot would take 4 bags. Bifen Lawn & Perimeter is also effective.

We carry all the products mentioned here and will add more if we find some that are more effective or are a better value. Call us if you have any questions. 465-8929


JMHO

JTK


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