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Don’t get penalized for bad tailgating food Posted on 09/11/08 by April Reese Sorrow

Football season means tailgate party time. But poor food safety can leave fans sick in the stands regardless of who wins the game.

Fall’s approach doesn’t signal end to garden fun Posted on 09/11/08 by J. Faith Peppers

Just because fall is looming, doesn’t mean there isn’t still plenty to do in the garden. On “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves” Sept. 24 and 27, grow a fescue lawn, stake trees and share the beauty of angel trumpets.

Video access makes green industry conference convenient Posted on 09/11/08 by Stephanie Schupska

The green industry is using technology to help its professionals save gas and stay up-to-date. The Georgia/Florida Green Industry Update Video Conference will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7.

Nominees wanted for environmental steward award Posted on 09/08/08 by Donnie Smith

Gov. Sonny Perdue wants to know the Georgia farmers who are doing the best job to protect the environment on and around their farms. He’d like to recognize them for a job well done, tell other folks about them and maybe give them an award.

Renegade volunteers hinder disaster response Posted on 09/04/08 by J. Faith Peppers

When disaster strikes neighbors, as it did to Georgia’s this month in Louisiana and Mississippi, people naturally want to rush to help. That’s not always the best idea, say disaster experts with the University of Georgia.

Share a fig on the next “Gardening in Georgia” Posted on 09/04/08 by J. Faith Peppers

Dig into figs, plant mid-sized trees and fix a water hose this week on “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves.”

UGA researcher studying sunflower potential Posted on 09/04/08 by April Reese Sorrow

By unlocking its genetic secrets, University of Georgia researcher Steve Knapp wants to make the sunflower a better agricultural crop or one that can more easily fuel the future.

Skyrocketing fertilizer costs make poultry litter appealing option Posted on 09/04/08 by Stephanie Schupska

Poultry litter usually draws attention for its smell. It’s now attracting more interest because of what it contains – cheaper vital nutrients for crops.

Pretty pest causes ugly damage Posted on 09/03/08 by Sharon Dowdy

Despite its dainty name, the lace bug can cause major headaches for nurserymen and homeowners across the country. University of Georgia researchers recently identified a species that has never been recorded in Georgia. And, it has taken a liking to ornamental grasses.

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