News Stories - Page 822

News from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

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Your Milk Money
Ever wonder if you get the best value for the milk and other dairy products in your refrigerator? With retail milk prices expected to rise 15 to 20 cents per gallon by early summer, it's something to think about.
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Managing the Water's Edge
A manmade pond is a place to fish and see wildlife. It adds to the view from the house. And it's a good place to take the grandchildren.
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Price of Peanuts? Depends on Who's Buying, Selling
People who love peanuts and peanut products shouldn't expect the new farm bill to lead to lower prices. "I don't expect there to be any difference at all," said Don Shurley.
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Virus and Georgia Wheat
Georgia wheat farmers figure to get some of the best prices ever for this year's crop. That makes their losses to a viral disease even harder to take.
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Turf Having Tough Spring
It's a sod story. Dead grass everywhere. In north Georgia the problem is winterkill. "Damage has been found everywhere," said Mark Banta.
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Edible Ornamentals Add Diversity
Ornamental plants, by definition, are those we use to enhance the beauty of our yards, parks and workplaces.
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Look Good for Summer Job Interviews
If you=re getting ready to search for a summer job or permanent employment after graduation, take a look in the mirror. You must make a good first impression,@ says Judy Hibbs.
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Farmers' Costs Rising
Gas prices are going up. Consumers feel it at the pump, and farmers may begin to feel it in the field. "This is the time of year when farmers use the most fuel," said William Givan.
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Spring Clean Shingles
If your drive for spring cleaning demands a clean house inside and out, you may wonder what to do with those dirty shingles.
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Okra: Historical, Versatile
Okra shines in the garden. You've probably seen pictures of Hawaiian girls with large hibiscus blossoms tucked behind their ears. Well, okra blossoms aren't quite as showy as those, but they're in the hibiscus family.