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Lee, Oliver C. – 1976
Discussed is the use of the herbicide 2,4-D. Though written for farmers and agricultural workers, the pamphlet considers turf weed control and use of 2,4-D near ornamental plants. Aspects of the use of this herbicide covered are: (1) the common forms of 2,4-D; (2) plant responses and tolerances to the herbicide; (3) dilution and concentration of…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agriculture, Field Crops, Guides
Wamsley, Mary Ann, Ed.; Vermeire, Donna M., Ed. – 1977
The information in this manual applies to control of aquatic pests in recreational waters, agricultural reservoirs, ornamental ponds, coastal bays, estuaries and channels, and drinking water reservoirs. Mechanical, cultural, biological, and chemical control methods are discussed. The majority of the material is devoted to weed control in static…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Environment, Guides
Hartwig, Nathan L. – 1975
This agriculture extension service publication from Pennsylvania State University examines agronomic weed problems and control. Contents include a listing of the characteristics of weeds, a section on herbicides, and a section on the important weeds of agronomic crops in Pennsylvania. The herbicide section discusses systemic herbicides, contact…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agronomy, Extension Education, Field Crops
Download full textOhio State Univ., Columbus. Center for Vocational and Technical Education. – 1965
DEVELOPED BY A NATIONAL TASK FORCE ON THE BASIS OF STATE STUDIES, THIS MODULE IS ONE OF A SERIES DESIGNED TO ASSIST TEACHERS IN PREPARING POST-SECONDARY STUDENTS FOR ENTRY AND ADVANCEMENT IN AGRICULTURAL CHEMICAL OCCUPATIONS. THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES OF THIS MODULE ARE TO DEVELOP ABILITIES NECESSARY FOR OCCUPATIONS CONCERNED WITH CHEMICAL WEED…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Bibliographies, Herbicides
Miller, James F. – 1975
Four groups of aquatic weeds are described: algae, floating weeds, emersed weeds, and submersed weeds. Specific requirements for pesticide application are given for static water, limited flow, and moving water situations. The secondary effects of improper pesticide application rates are given for static, limited flow, and moving water, and the…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Agriculture, Environment
Agricultural Research Service (USDA), Washington, DC. – 1971
Information and diagrams are given for identification and treatment of weed grasses and broadleaf weeds. Herbicides are suggested for use against each weed and instructions are given for proper application. Information is given for buying herbicides, and applying sprays and cleaning sprayers. (BB)
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Herbicides, Inservice Education
Stimmann, M. W., Ed. – 1977
This manual discusses weed control to be applied to such areas as roads, airports, railroads, electric utilities, waterways; and trails. Included is information about types of weeds, methods of weed control, safe and effective use of herbicides, and application equipment. Some topics included are: (1) selective and nonselective herbicides; (2)…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Environment, Guides
Herron, James W. – 1976
The aquatic weeds discussed in this manual include algae, floating weeds, emersed weeds, and submerged weeds. Specific requirements for pesticide application are given for static water, limited flow, and moving water situations. Secondary effects of improper application rates and faulty application are described. Finally, techniques of limited…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Safety, Agriculture
Michigan State Dept. of Agriculture, Lansing, Div. of Plant Industry. – 1978
This pesticide manual gives information on types of pest management, labels and labeling of pesticide containers, safety, types of pesticides (including chapters on insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and nematicides), spray equipment, identification of pests (including weeds, plant diseases, and vertebrates), and environmental considerations.…
Descriptors: Agricultural Chemical Occupations, Agricultural Education, Disease Control, Guides
Hartwig, Nathan L. – 1976
This agriculture extension service publication from Pennsylvania State University is an introduction to weed control and herbicide use. An initial discussion of the characteristics of weeds includes scientific naming, weed competition with crops, weed dispersal and dormancy, and conditions affecting weed seed germination. The main body of the…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Safety, Agricultural Trends, Chemical Nomenclature
Wisconsin State Dept. of Public Instruction, Madison. Div. of Instructional Services. – 1973
This learning activity pac contains information to help the teachers of high school vocational agriculture in the instructional area of agronomy. Each of the two main sections, grain crops and weeds and controls, includes teacher and student units for the section lessons. Teacher units include special instructions--equipment needed (film…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agronomy, Field Crops, Grains (Food)
1982
This manual, prepared for use by Peace Corps volunteers, provides background information and practical knowledge about crop production. The manual is designed to convey insights into basic crop production, principles, and practices. Primary emphasis is given to providing explanations and illustrations of soil, plant, and water relationships as…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Production, Agricultural Skills, Agricultural Supplies
Morris, Michael L., Ed. – 1982
This manual presents a simple, step-by-step description of irrigated rice production in Sierra Leone. It is geared specifically to the role and needs of Peace Corps volunteers who, since the mid-1970s, have worked as agricultural extension agents in the Sierra Leone Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. The manual is designed to serve both as a…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Production, Agricultural Safety, Agricultural Skills
Peace Corps, Washington, DC. Information Collection and Exchange Div. – 1981
This manual, developed for use by Peace Corps volunteers, attempts to help development counselors to understand the needs of remote-area groups and to provide for those needs through effective self-help projects. The projects covered are those that can solve most effectively, on the village level, the most pressing problems. The manual is written…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Machinery, Agricultural Production
