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Recent & Revised Publications

Enfermedades Aviares Transmisibles a Humanos

Michael A. Davis, Gary D. Butcher y F. Ben Mather

Las personas que interactúen con aves ya sea como mascotas o como animales de producción, deben informarse sobre ciertas enfermedades aviares zoonóticas. Este tipo de enfermedades pueden transmitirse de animales a humanos. Los humanos rara vez contraen enfermedades aviares y no deben desanimarse de criar aves porque estas enfermedades no representan una amenaza grave para la mayoría de las personas. Sin embargo, los propietarios de aves deben estar informados sobre enfermedades zoonóticas y buscar asistencia médica si sospechan que pueden haber contraído una enfermedad de un ave. Este documento es PS23-Span, una publicación del Department of Animal Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Fecha original de publicación: abril 2025.

Resources and Strategies to Build Vaccine Confidence among Adults

Kathryn A. Stofer, Alissa V. Katsaras, Skye Dougan, Miranda Jones, and LaToya J. O’Neal

As Extension continues to expand its purview in adult immunization education, it should provide strategies for communicating one-on-one and in smaller and larger groups, as well as links to resources to build confidence and promote access for adults who have lower confidence in or who may face barriers to vaccination in Florida. This publication is part of the Adult Vaccination in Florida series which examines the general trends in and reasons behind adult perceptions of vaccination. Written by Kathryn A. Stofer, Alissa V. Katsaras, Skye Dougan, Miranda Jones, and LaToya J. O’Neal, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, April 2025.

The Importance of Understanding Horse Behavior

Carissa Wickens

Taking time to observe and understand horse behavior can contribute in a positive way to the horse’s well-being and to our daily human-horse interactions. A better understanding of a horse’s natural behavior and preferences can facilitate more effective horse management and handling skills. This publication is intended for equine owners, equine farm managers, county Extension faculty, and anyone working with or interested in horses. Written by Carissa Wickens, and published by the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, UF/IFAS Extension, April 2025.

Reducing Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes: The Power of Food

Elena Torna, Jodi Fitzgerald, Danielle Aycart, Danielle Nelson, Madison Woodard, and Jeanette Andrade

According to the CDC, 11.6% of the US population was estimated to have diabetes, primarily type 2, and 8.5 million adults are unaware that they have this disease. On average, people diagnosed with diabetes have higher medical costs compared to people who are not diagnosed with diabetes. This publication describes the modifiable risk factors for diabetes, primarily type 2, and tips to reduce your risk for diabetes.

The Value of 4-H to Youth in Florida and Beyond

Keith G. Diem

To maximize the strengths of the 4-H Youth Development Program and to promote its value to the public and funding agencies, Extension staff must know the value of 4-H as it is perceived by others. Since parents are key stakeholders in the 4-H program because they approve of their children being members and they are taxpayers and voters, this descriptive survey research involving a randomly selected sample of parents of 4-H club members in Florida aimed to determine what value 4-H brings to youth members, what problems 4-H faces, and what other beliefs parents have about 4-H.

Promising Practices for Working With Youth With Disabilities

Vanessa Spero, Darcy Cole, Vera Bullard, Jennifer Cushman, Tara Dorn, Kelsey Dugan, Crystal Perry, and Jennifer Taylor-Winney

The most recent data from the National Center for Education Statistics report that 15% of individuals aged 3–21 are served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This means that 15% of youth are diagnosed with a disability that has the potential to affect their success academically and in the workforce. As a youth development organization, 4-H programs should anticipate at least 15% of their population, if not more, to have a diagnosed disability. As youth development professionals, we are tasked with meeting the needs of youth with disabilities through proactive and reactive planning strategies. This also includes professionals being flexible, accommodating, and ready to foster Positive Youth Development best practices.

Identificación, Biología, y Manejo de Pata de gallina [Eleusine indica (L.) Gaertn.] en Céspedes de Florida

Pawel Petelewicz y Gregory E. MacDonald; traducido por Marco Schiavon y M. Cecilia Sánchez-Quintanilla

Esta publicación es una herramienta destinada a asistir a profesionales del césped, especialistas en Extensión y clientes, en la identificación y el manejo de la maleza conocida como “pata de gallina” o “goosegrass” (en inglés) en los céspedes de Florida. Este documento es SS-AGR-488-Span, una publicación del Department of Agronomy, UF/IFAS Extension. Fecha original de publicación: abril 2025.

Glossary of Site-Specific Nutrient Management Terms

Lauri Baker, Jay Capasso, Osvaldo Gargiulo, Lauren Geiss, Emma Matcham, Kelly Morgan, Ricky Telg, and Lincoln Zotarelli

This glossary provides clear, unified definitions for terms and is intended to help aid communication with nutrient management professionals across the state, especially when sharing new site-specific nutrient management recommendations. This glossary should help lessen confusion on how the listed terms are defined and interpreted, thereby helping to improve communication within and across disciplines. Written by Lauri Baker, Jay Capasso, Osvaldo Gargiulo, Lauren Geiss, Emma Matcham, Kelly Morgan, Ricky Telg, and Lincoln Zotarelli, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, April 2025.

Hoja informativa sobre la vida silvestre de la Florida: Tortuga Terrestre de Florida

Bethany Wight, Raoul K. Boughton, y Martin Main. Traducido por Gabriela Gomez, Alejandra Areingdale, y Miguel Acevedo

Esta es una hoja informativa sobre la vida silvestre de Florida dedicada al tortuga terrestre de Florida. Esta ficha busca informar sobre las características de este animal, la historia de su presencia en el estado, su distribución actual, biología y comportamiento. El objetivo es informar al público en general sobre esta especie.

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How to Differentiate between Causes of Strawberry Plant Damage: Chilli Thrips, Spider Mites, Foliar Nematodes, or Phytotoxicity from Herbicides?

Lovely Adhikary, Sriyanka Lahiri, Nathan Boyd, and Johan Desaeger

This publication aims to provide information on how to differentiate damage caused by chilli thrips, spider mites, foliar nematodes, and phytotoxicity due to herbicide application on strawberry plants. The symptomology of these pests and the effects of phytotoxicity from herbicides can look similar, especially when microscopic pests are involved. Correctly identifying the cause behind each damage symptom is essential. The intended audience of this article is strawberry growers, crop scouts, Extension agents, and industry personnel working on improved production and management of strawberries.

Hoja informativa sobre la vida silvestre de Florida: armadillo de nueve bandas

Simon Fitzwilliam y Raoul K. Boughton. Traducido por Rebeca Prieto, Alejandra Areingdale y Miguel Acevedo

Esta es una hoja informativa sobre la vida silvestre de Florida dedicada al armadillo de nueve bandas. Esta ficha busca informar sobre las características de este animal, la historia de su presencia en el estado, su distribución actual, biología y comportamiento. El objetivo es informar al público en general sobre esta especie.

Ensuring Safe Oysters: Essential Handling, Preparing, and Cooking Practices

Razieh Sadat Mirmahdi, Samantha Dicker, Razieh Farzad, Andrew J. MacIntosh, Amarat Simonne, and Naim Montazeri

This EDIS publication provides insights for both oyster consumers and the restaurants that serve them, offering recommendations on techniques to maximize the safety of oysters through proper cooking.

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