August 29, 2003
Household Mold is Subject of Sept. 5 'Market Journal Extra'
LINCOLN, Neb. — Practical advice for homeowners concerned about mold will be offered on the Sept. 5 "Market Journal Extra."
"Market Journal Extra" is a bimonthly, 30-minute television program produced by the University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Household mold can cause health problems for people with allergies or asthma, said Shirley Niemeyer, NU housing and environment specialist. "Along with protecting our health, getting rid of mold also prevents deterioration of the home and saves our investment," said Niemeyer.
Mold occurs naturally and grows anywhere it finds both moisture and food. Soil, paper, wood, wallpaper backing and many other forms of organic matter found in the home will, when damp, provide a perfect growing environment for mold. The key to controlling mold in the home, said Niemeyer, is controlling moisture.
"You want to stop the moisture and lower the humidity," Niemeyer said. "If we keep those humidity levels below 50 percent, then mold spores are less likely to develop and grow out of control."
Once mold does gain a foothold, cleaning it up can be a challenge. On the Sept. 5 "Market Journal Extra," Niemeyer will talk about the tools and procedures required to safely and effectively eradicate mold. She'll also have some advice for homeowners unsure about whether to do the cleanup themselves or hire a professional.
"Market Journal Extra" can be seen on the Dish Network's University House Channel (NAUHS) 9411, at 12:30 p.m. Central Daylight Time. "Market Journal Extra" also will be broadcast via satellite (NEB*sat channel 102), and the public is invited to view the program at Cooperative Extension offices in the following Nebraska counties: Boone, Cass, Holt, Madison, Saunders, Sioux, Valley, Washington and York. In Lincoln, "Market Journal" can also be seen on Time-Warner Cable channel 21. Audio and video clips from the program will be available on the Web at "Market Journal".
8/29/03-BG/DM James K. Randall
Communications & Information Technology Professor (402) 472-3035
 
Dan Moser IANR News & Photography Coordinator (402) 472-3007
Department:
Agricultural Economics
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