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Gardening In Georgia
A wheel barrow and shovel are useful garden tools, but not when you have to move 15 20-foot trees. That’s when you hire a tree spade operator to bring a specialized machine to do the work. Find out more on this week's "Gardening in Georgia."
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Drought deepens
Tropical Storm Fay brought beneficial rain to Georgia in late August. But a very dry September has led to the return of low stream flows across the state and worsened drought conditions.
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Know wild mushrooms
Mushrooms are popping up as a result of the rainfall brought to the state by recent tropical storms. Many look just like the ones in grocery stores, but a University of Georgia expert warns they may not be safe to eat.
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Enrollment record
This fall, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences welcomed the largest student body in its history, said J. Scott Angle, CAES dean and director.
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Tax holiday
Georgians will be able to purchase certain water- and energy-saving products without paying sales tax during the tax-free holiday Oct. 2 through Oct. 5.
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Concrete jungle
Each day, more of Georgia gets covered in concrete. This development affects traffic and eats up agricultural land. Now, in North Georgia especially, it’s affecting the water system, says a University of Georgia expert.
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Agritourism 101
Farm business isn’t just about raising cows, chickens and corn. From family-friendly corn mazes to on-farm demonstrations, Georgia farmers are finding new and unique ways to market their farms to tourists and keep their businesses from going into the red.
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Fuel efficiency
In the wake of Hurricane Ike, gasoline prices have surged to new highs. In Georgia, gas averages more than $4 a gallon, a record. Prices may lower in the coming weeks, but drivers should still try to get the most out of every gallon, says a University of Georgia expert.
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Tailgating food rules
Football season means tailgate party time. But poor food safety can leave fans sick in the stands regardless of who wins the game.
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Fall garden fun
Just because fall is looming, doesn’t mean there isn’t still plenty to do in the garden. On “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves” Sept. 24 and 27, grow a fescue lawn, stake trees and share the beauty of angel trumpets.