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Consumer
Radio News Archives
Radio Programs- Pre-recorded radio programs are offered
to commercial radio stations and to county Extension agents
via audio compact disks and tape.
Consumer Programs
August 27 - August 31
Using
Green Building Materials For Home Construction
Green building is used because it is energy and water efficient.
They also will have lower operating costs.
Controlling
Tomato Wilt Disease
Tomatoes with wilt disease will rarely recover. Prevent
wilt disease by using the VF types of resistant varieties.
Ensuring
Safe Online Shopping
Your browser should contain secure operating systems.
Try to shop with companies that you are familiar with.
Understanding
Why Youth Are At Risk
Did you realize that the statistics for teen pregnancy is
greater than 50%? Parents and schools have a role to
play to prevent teen pregnancy.
Eliminating
Insects In The Kitchen
Cracked and damaged fruit should be thrown away to ensure
that there is no larva eggs in the fruit.
Consumer Programs
August 20 - August 24
Walking
Your Way To Wellness
Physical activity such as walking can enhance brain fitness
and lower blood pressure. Walking also reduces stress.
Choosing
Plants To Control Japanese Beetles
Japanese beetles feed on over 300 different types of plants.
Western Kentucky counties have a higher percentage of these
insects.
Planning
Your Trust Estate
Trusts are not only for the rich. These trust can help
manage affairs and financial issues.
Saving
Money With Indoor Lighting
Linear fluorescent and energy efficient compact lighting with
provide high quality and efficient lighting.
Safely
Cooking Outdoors
During the summer when you are cooking outdoors be aware of
the food borne illnesses. Washing hands before and after
handling raw meat is very important.
Consumer Programs
August 13 - August 17
Running
an Effective Meeting
If you are in charge of a meeting there are some specific
things that you can do to make sure the meeting is effective.
Preventing
Identity Theft on the Internet
Identity theft on the internet can be prevented by being a
smart web surfer.
Maximizing
Energy Use in the Home
Using a whole house energy efficiency plan will significantly
lower utility bills.
Spraying
Vegetables for Insect Control
Insecticides are often needed to fight pests in the home vegetable
garden.
Composting
at Home
Yard trimmings and food scraps are only two types of waste
that can be composted at home..
Consumer Programs
August 6 - August 10
Saving
Money On Heating And Cooling Bills
Setting your thermostat does not cost any extra money, just
extra effort for you. Do you set your differently during
the winter and summer?
Fertilizing
Vegetables In The Summer
Applying fertilizer to your vegetables by side dressing can
improve the plant growth. Do not apply too much fertilizer.
Preparing
Food For A Picnic
Use insolated containers to pack your food during the summer
when you on a picnic.
Lowering
Water Consumption In The Bathroom
Do your realize how much unnecessary water you use in your
bathroom everyday? A smaller toilet will save water
each day.
Keeping
The Refrigerator Safe For Food Storage
Scrubbing your refrigerator regularly will help keep your
food safe and healthy.
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Contact:
Bob DeMattina, Communications Specialist
Phone: (859) 257-4953
FAX: (859) 257-1512
E-mail: rdematti@ca.uky.edu
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