News Stories - Page 551

News from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

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Stop red bugs now
If you act fast, you may be able to keep red bugs from ruining your summer. The best way to control chiggers is to limit suitable habitat. And the best time is right now, because the larval chiggers aren't out there yet.
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Strawberry time
Tax season is also strawberry season in Georgia, and this year, growers expect a bountiful supply.
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Tornado safety
Recent deaths caused by tornados have been tragic reminders that the South is prone to these destructive storms. They can strike any time of day or night and any time of the year.
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Tobacco referendum
Georgia tobacco growers have been mailed ballots and asked to vote on whether to keep the Georgia Tobacco Commission. To be counted, ballots must be postmarked by March 28.
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Mapping invasive plants
Wisteria along the roadside, privet so thick it chokes out everything, kudzu everywhere -- where have you seen those things?
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Lunch and learn
Whether you have got buds poking their heads through last year’s leaves or a perfectly groomed yard, the University of Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture has classes for you. And you don’t even have to drive to Griffin, Ga.
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Invasive plant workshop
By their very nature, invasive exotic plants become obvious to everybody. And once you see these pest plants' potential to overtake large areas, you want to know more about how to control them. The Georgia Exotic Pest Plant Council wants you to know, too.
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Sprayer safety
When this year's pests invade your yard, keep safety in mind before you start spraying pesticides. Consider several factors for safety and efficiency first.
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Master volunteers
Last year, 2,650 Georgians donated 194,000 hours of their time to help University of Georgia Cooperative Extension agents. They answered gardeners' questions, taught classes and led community service projects.
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Soybean acres double
It's been a decade since Georgia farmers figured to plant as many soybeans as this year. With much more now at stake, experts are watching to see if the state's weather and a helpful predator can keep two new soybean saboteurs (a disease and an insect) at bay.