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Lady beetles CAES News
Lady beetles
Annoying masses of lady beetles bugging Georgians
Lady beetles have long been viewed as good bugs. Most people aren't scared of them, and very few want to kill them with insect spray. But that's quickly changing.
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Stop trying to grow turfgrass underneath trees
One of the most common questions asked county extension agents is how to grow healthy turf grass under trees. It can be frustrating when you plant over and over and watch the turf get thinner and thinner as the tree canopy thickens.
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Take flood precautions before waters start to rise
Extremely moist soils, combined with higher-than-normal river and lake levels, make Georgia primed for major flooding. Adding to the concern, the state is in the midst of hurricane season, prompting emergency management officials and climatology experts to encourage Georgians to make flood preparations before the waters start to rise.
Gerrit Hoogenboom calibrates weather station CAES News
Gerrit Hoogenboom calibrates weather station
Weather stations provide much more than rain data
Most people turn to weather reports to help plan their days. If rain is predicted, you take along your umbrella. If a warm, sunny day is expected, you feel safe leaving the umbrella at home. But UGA's weather network provides accurate, local weather data that has many more far-reaching applications.
Ticks by size CAES News
Ticks by size
Nix ticks by treating your skin, clothes
Treat yourself and your clothes before heading out on a hike, and you won't come home with ticks and Lyme disease.
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Guard against ticks -- Lyme disease serious, too
Mosquitoes and West Nile virus are the hot topics of late, but don't forget to guard against ticks to prevent Lyme disease.
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Brave New Herd: UGA Unveils Cloned Calves
After almost two years of research, University of Georgia scientists have successfully cloned eight healthy calves.
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Georgia Vineyards: Fine Wine in 'Shine Mountains
People have always come to Dahlonega looking for a brighter future. In 1828, it was the gold rush. Today, it's more of a grape gush.
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This Year's Poinsettia Can Be Next Year's, Too
When the holidays are over and you pack away the decorations, don't pitch the poinsettia plant. If you're up for a challenge, this year's poinsettia could become a part of your holiday decorations next year.