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News from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

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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.
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Green conference
The green industry is using technology to help its professionals save gas and stay up-to-date. The Georgia/Florida Green Industry Update Video Conference will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7.
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Environmental stewardship
Gov. Sonny Perdue wants to know the Georgia farmers who are doing the best job to protect the environment on and around their farms. He’d like to recognize them for a job well done, tell other folks about them and maybe give them an award.
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Too much help
When disaster strikes neighbors, as it did to Georgia’s this month in Louisiana and Mississippi, people naturally want to rush to help. That’s not always the best idea, say disaster experts with the University of Georgia.
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Figs and hoses.
Dig into figs, plant mid-sized trees and fix a water hose this week on “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves.”
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Sunflower genetics
By unlocking its genetic secrets, University of Georgia researcher Steve Knapp wants to make the sunflower a better agricultural crop or one that can more easily fuel the future.
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Appealing option
Poultry litter usually draws attention for its smell. It’s now attracting more interest because of what it contains – cheaper vital nutrients for crops.
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Pretty pest
Despite its dainty name, the lace bug can cause major headaches for nurserymen and homeowners across the country. University of Georgia researchers recently identified a species that has never been recorded in Georgia. And, it has taken a liking to ornamental grasses.
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Beat the heat
August is time for football practice, band camp and other outdoor activities. Summertime heat is still high. Children can easily suffer from dehydration, heat exhaustion or worse during this time. To beat the heat, they need plenty of water and breaks.