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Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator, Third Edition Exam Prep

New $28.80

Prepare for firefighter certification with comprehensive exam prep, featuring 953 questions from the "Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator" handbook.

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Fire and Emergency Services Safety Officer, Second Edition Manual

New $64 to $76.50

Editor’s note
The following abstract describes a publication that is available for purchase as an e-book.

To order publications for a tax-exempt organization, contact extpubs@missouri.edu for instructions.

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Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, Sixth Edition Manual

New $71.91 to $84.60

Airport firefighters, airport driver operators, and airport crew chiefs will use this text to meet the most current NFPA, FARs and ICAO requirements. This manual provides the information firefighters need to effectively perform the tasks for aircraft rescue and fire fighting and to complete airport firefighter certification.

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Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, Third Edition Manual

New $80.33 to $94.50

The new editions of IFSTA’s fire apparatus driver/operator training materials mark a new approach to training driver/operators. The Pumping and Aerial Apparatus Driver/Operator Handbook, Thfive5 chapters relevant to aerial apparatus. Personnel on departments that operate both types of apparatus now only need one manual and one curriculum for training.

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Cover of Fire Service Technical Search and Rescue, 8th Edition Manual E-book

Fire Service Technical Search and Rescue, Eighth Edition Manual E-book

New $71.91

This manual is a primary training text for Level I Rescuers, presenting the knowledge and skills for fire service search and technical rescue for Level I Rescuers to safely and effectively conduct Operations-level rescues as defined in NFPA 1006. It also supports the corresponding chapters of NFPA 1670, Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents (2014 Edition).

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Osage copperhead.

Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 2

Revised

Copperheads are the most abundant venomous snake found in Missouri. The two subspecies are found in Missouri are the Osage copperhead, found in the northern two-thirds of the state, and the southern copperhead, found in the southern third of the state.

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Western cottonmouth.

Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 5

Revised

The western cottonmouth is confined to swamps and wetlands in the southeastern part of the state and to the rocky streams and river sloughs in the southern Ozarks. This heavy-bodied snake is dangerously venomous and, contrary to popular belief, can bite underwater.

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Massasaugara rattlesnake.

Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 3

Revised

The massasauga rattlesnake is found in the northern half of the state. Although this species has very toxic venom, there are few records of human deaths caused by this small rattlesnake. Massasaugas have become rare in Missouri.

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Western pygmy rattlesnake.

Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 6

Revised

The western pygmy rattlesnake often is called the ground rattler. Its range is restricted to the southern counties bordering Arkansas and the eastern Missouri Ozarks. Although no human deaths are known to have been caused by this species, a bite victim should seek immediate attention.

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Timber rattlesnake.

Snakes: Information for Missouri Homeowners, Page 4

Revised

The timber rattlesnake is the largest venomous snake in Missouri and is found throughout the state. The bite of the timber rattlesnake is dangerous and can be fatal to humans.

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Fall armyworm.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 4

Revised

Surface-feeding insects can cause turfgrass damage: fall armyworms, bermudagrass mites, chinch bugs, cutworms, greenbug aphids, mealybugs and sod webworms.

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Table of IRAC codes, chemical classes and modes of action for insecticides.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 7

Revised

These tables contain information describing active ingredients, products and target insects of insecticides currently labeled for turfgrass insect control. Insecticide labels are subject to change.

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Care of Flowering Potted Plants

Reviewed

Learn how to care for flowering potted plants like African violets and amaryllis, including watering, light, humidity, and reblooming tips.

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Turfgrass Insects

Revised

Learn to manage turfgrass insect pests through integrated pest management, combining cultural practices with minimal pesticide use.

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Japanese beetles.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 2

Revised

Annual white grub species that can cause turfgrass damage: May/June beetles, masked chafers, black turfgrass ataenius, green June beetles, and Japanese beetles.

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Chigger.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 5

Revised

Learn about nuisance pests in turfgrass, including ants, centipedes, millipedes, chiggers, cicadas, crickets, earwigs, fleas, grasshoppers, and more.

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Cranefly.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 3

Revised

Billbugs, crane flies and mole crickets are subsurface-feeding insects that can cause turfgrass damage.

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Insectide banner.

Turfgrass Insects, Page 6

Revised

Insecticide use should be the last resort in managing insect pests, but may be necessary even with a careful integrated pest management plan in place.

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Insulating and Weatherizing Your Home

Revised

Proper insulation and air sealing reduce heating and cooling costs, enhance comfort, and improve energy efficiency in your home.

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Carpenter Bees

Reviewed

Learn how to use cover crops for grazing in Missouri, including species selection, management tips, and economic considerations.​

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Selecting Landscape Plants: Broad-leaved Evergreens

Reviewed

Tips on selecting broad-leaved evergreen plants for your landscape, from ideal soil conditions to winter care, enhancing year-round beauty and structure.

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Raised-Bed Gardening

Revised

Raised-bed gardening enhances soil drainage and root health, offers customizable design options and extends the growing season for better yields.

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Fleas

Reviewed

There are about 30 species of fleas in Missouri and many pose a health risk to pets and humans. Visit our site today to learn more about fleas.

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Insect and Mite Galls on Missouri Trees

Reviewed

Bruce A. Barrett
Entomology State Specialist
Division of Plant Sciences

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Stock Healthy, Shop Healthy: Sign — We Stock Healthy (medium: 11 x 17 inches)

New

Retailers participating in the Stock Healthy, Shop Healthy program can use this 11-by-17-inch sign to let their customers know they are stocking more healthy foods. Learn about this program that aims to create healthy communities.

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