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Shop during the tax-free holiday Posted on 07/07/09 by Sharon Dowdy

Georgia’s tax free holidays are July 30 through Aug. 2, and thousands of parents will no doubt take advantage of the tax savings. University of Georgia experts say you can save a lot more than the 6-percent state sales tax by taking advantage of the sales tax holidays.

Clean produce before enjoying Posted on 07/02/09 by Sharon Dowdy

It’s fresh produce time in Georgia. Before you take a bite of a sweet, juicy cantaloupe or homegrown tomato or any other fruit or vegetable, don’t forget to thoroughly wash them first, says a University of Georgia food expert.

Planned family time good for children and parents Posted on 07/02/09 by Stephanie Schupska

“We overschedule ourselves,” said Ted Futris, a relationships specialist with University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. “If both children and their parents are constantly going, when are parents engaging in discussions with their kids? Parents need to be making a conscious decision to schedule time together on a regular basis.”

June starts wet, ends dry, remained hot Posted on 07/02/09 by Pam Knox

High pressure dominated Georgia’s weather in June, leading to temperatures that were well above normal. Lack of rainfall in most areas contributed to general drying of the soils in most counties and put stress on some crops.

Food preservation doesn’t save money for everyone Posted on 07/02/09 by April Reese Sorrow

There are many reasons for preserving food at home. Some have to do with satisfaction, creativity or family tradition. Another may be economical. The practice may save money for some, but doesn’t for everyone.

Preserve your summer bounty Posted on 07/02/09 by April Reese Sorrow

More and more, people are planting gardens and preserving its bounty. For some, the draw is self-sufficiency and quality control.

Thwart thistle take-over on “Gardening in Georgia” Posted on 07/01/09 by J. Faith Peppers

Thistle flowers are beautiful. But the damage the invasive plant can do in a pasture or landscape is not. Find out how to thwart its takeover on “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves” July 11 and 15.

UGA’s Risse is new Georgia Power Professor Posted on 07/01/09 by Ann Allen

Mark Risse has been named Georgia Power Company Professor of Water Resources Policy at the University of Georgia, according to Steve Wrigley, director of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government, where the position is based.

Apply proper fertilizer for large fruit, not plant Posted on 06/25/09 by Sharon Dowdy

Fertilizer can work wonders on plants, but applying the wrong kind to tomatoes can leave you with a tall, healthy plant with no fruit, say University of Georgia Cooperative Extension experts.

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