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Stay-at-home requirements and other COVID-19 pandemic-related concerns can add considerable stress to everyday life. In this publication, two Purdue University researchers compile suggestions to consider when you feel as  More...
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Nearly 20 percent of the 1 million septic systems in Indiana are inadequate, have failed or are in the process of failing. This updated publication helps homeowners understand the types of failures and offers advice f  More...

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This publication helps those who live in homes or operate businesses that have onsite sewage systems. The goal is to help lengthen the effective lifespan of onsite sewage systems and avoid the unpleasant experience of  More...

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This publication should help you make better decisions about what should and should not be disposed of in an onsite sewage system. We'll look at a dozen items you should always keep o  More...

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Periodontal disease is one of the most common health problems in our canine companions. Lack of preventive care often leads to more severe disease at an earlier age. Four Purdue researchers discuss steps that will ben  More...

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Dairy, fruit, vegetables, and whole grains contain nutrients that can help decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other diet-related diseases. A Purdue University undergraduate and an assistant professor in t  More...

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A tube from a roll of paper towels. A shoebox. A plastic bottle. All of these items can become homemade blocks that children will play with. Blocks don't have to be fancy or expensive to be beneficial to children, th  More...

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Making time for family meals is well worth the effort. Turn off the TV, phones, etc., and start a conversation. Scheduling can be tricky, but think ahead—and get the kids involved in meal planning and preparatio  More...

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This six-page lesson is designed for use by educators when teaching food safety for fresh produce. Content includes how to choose, store, and clean fresh vegetables in order to minimize the risk of foodborne illness w  More...

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This one-page handout provides information about storing and cleaning fresh vegetables to minimize the risk of foodborne illness when eating fresh produce. This publication is a companion to  More...

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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss through windows in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss by reducing air leaks in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss by using proper insulation in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss in heating and cooling systems in the hom  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss in appliances used in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss in home electronics used in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss in lighting used in the home.  More...
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Consumers can save money and energy usage by following the tips provided through publications in the ConservationWise series. This publication addresses how to reduce energy loss through energy-efficient driving and car  More...
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This publication discusses why your water should be tested, which tests to do and when to do them.  More...
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This eleven-page publication entitled, "Pesticide Safety and Calibration Math for the Homeowner" discusses how to choose the right pesticide. Calibrations, conversions, and examples are supplied. Safety practices and  More...
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This guide addresses information all homeowners should know about using over-the-counter pesticides. Features include pesticide safety, pesticide labels, definitions of words commonly found on pesticide labels, and pesti  More...
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Explains how coliform bacteria can enter water supplies and the possible effects of bacterial contamination. Testing and treatment guidelines are provided.  More...
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This publication presents various pest prevention and control programs which can be employed in the home environment. Home, food, health, pet, wildlife, flower and vegetable garden, fruit and shade tree, and turf pest  More...
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This publication discusses distillation, distillation units, operation, maintenance, cost, certification, and validation. An illustration is included showing the parts and process of a distiller.  More...
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