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Bring Your Fall Herb Garden Indoors
As summer fades to fall, don't let your garden just wither away. Bring a bit of sun inside. "A lot of the herbs from summer gardens can be brought inside for the winter if you have a nice sunny space," said Wayne McLaurin
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Leaf Season Composting
Leaf season conjures up cooler days and aching muscles. But it doesn't have to mean mountains of trash. Think of leaves as free mulch. "Why pay for pine straw when leaf mulch is free?" said Wayne McLaurin.
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Recycled-Tire Nuggets
Tires have posed a tough problem for recyclers for years. They seem to last forever. And who would want old tires anyway? Some Georgia blueberry growers and researchers have found a way to use tires that may surprise you.
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Trend-Spotting in the Wild Garden
I did a survey of University of Georgia Extension Service agents recently to see what kinds of wildlife management are in demand.
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Sight for Poor Eyes
Vision problems may be a sign of advancing years. But your eyesight need not dim as the candles on your birthday cake get brighter. Sometimes it's just a matter of taste.
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Water Permits Still Critical
The Georgia Environmental Protection Division is rethinking its interim groundwater management plan for southeast Georgia.
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Pecan Growers Want Sun
Why is it that no matter what type of weather farmers get, it always seems the opposite of what they need at the time? "Our crop looks strong right now, but we need a lot of sunshine for the nuts to fill out," said Tom Crocker.
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Cotton Nearing Final Exam
A brave new cotton is getting mixed reviews as its first big Georgia harvest approaches. But any critique is too early until all the cotton is picked, says a University of Georgia Extension Service expert.
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Drop in Cotton Demand
Mix one part consumer demand, a dash of soil and a few drops of water. Gently fold in a complex international marketing system. That's a recipe for what Georgia cotton farmers and processors are thinking now.
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Fall Planting Required for Spring Flower Show
It takes more than April showers to bring May flowers. Often, it takes fall planning. "Most bulbs and perennials do better if planted in the fall," said Wayne McLaurin.