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Pigs run around their pen during a press conference at the UGA Livestock Instructional Arena on May 4, 2010, in Athens, Ga. CAES News
Pigs run around their pen during a press conference at the UGA Livestock Instructional Arena on May 4, 2010, in Athens, Ga.
UGA discovery holds promise for treatment of diabetes, other debilitating diseases
Two University of Georgia animal science researchers introduced to the world 13 pigs that may hold the key to new therapies to treat human diseases, including diabetes. Announced this week, the discovery marks the first time pluripotent stem cells, or cells that can turn into any type of cell in the body, have been created from adult livestock.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves.
Poisonvine and peonies on “Your Southern Garden” May 8
Propagating plants from seed, identifying invasive vines and growing pretty peonies in the South will all be covered on “Your Southern Garden” with Walter Reeves May 8 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
Steaks on the grill. CAES News
Steaks on the grill.
Keep guests smilin' with safe grillin'
Like your neighbors and friends and want to keep them happy? If so, when you invite them for a cook-out, you better make sure the food is safe. Bacteria can multiply quickly in warm, summer temperatures and can turn outdoor entertaining into a neighborhood nightmare.
Steaks on the grill. CAES News
Steaks on the grill.
As the economy begins to pick up, so are food prices
In the past two years, consumers have witnessed record-high and rock-bottom food prices. Now, along with the economy, prices are picking up. Increases in demand are driving consumer meat prices higher.
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UGA to announce new genetic discoveries at press conference May 4
When: May 4, 2010 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: UGA Animal Science Arena, 2600 S. Milledge Ave. Athens, Ga. 30605
Japanese beetles dine on canna lily branches CAES News
Japanese beetles dine on canna lily branches
Prepare now to protect plants from Japanese beetles
Japanese beetles and other summer beetles will soon be busy chewing plants. University of Georgia Cooperative Extension agents get the most calls about these destructive garden pests in June and July.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves.
Propagating properly on “Your Southern Garden” May 1
Gardeners can learn to reproduce prized plants through propagation, identify irises and master mulch on “Your Southern Garden with Walter Reeves” May 1 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife proposes ban of constrictor snakes
Florida weather is not just a tourist attraction for humans. Large constrictor snakes, like the Burmese python, find the state very comfortable, too.
GAEMN weather station on the Stripling Irrigation Park in Camilla, Ga. CAES News
GAEMN weather station on the Stripling Irrigation Park in Camilla, Ga.
Closing weather station would take away valuable decision-making tool
Farmers rely on the most up-to-date local weather information to make the best decisions on when to plant or make other decisions for their crops. Without that knowledge, they can lose money, says a University of Georgia economist.

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