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In global business, right words may translate to wrong message Posted on 04/23/08 by Stephanie Schupska

The “Got Milk?” campaign slogan translates into something much different in Spanish. To be successful on the world stage, agricultural business managers and college students need to know this and the language of global markets.

Be picky about soil on “Gardening in Georgia” Posted on 04/23/08 by Kristen Plank

Pick potting soil, prune maples and whip worms on the next “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves” April 30 and May 3 on Georgia Public Broadcasting.

Locally grown food better tasting, better for you Posted on 04/21/08 by Allie Byrd

With increasing worries about the safety of imported foods, there is an alternative, says a University of Georgia expert. Buy food grown locally.

UGA program boosts environmental, community volunteers Posted on 04/17/08 by Kristen Plank

Mary Evans says she fell in love with nature and creation at an early age. When she heard about the adult wildlife education program called Georgia Master Naturalist, she knew it was right up her alley.

Put out welcome mat for springtime hummingbirds Posted on 04/17/08 by April Reese Sorrow

Hummingbirds will soon make their way back to Georgia after wintering in Central America. Welcome them to your house by providing their favorite plants and the right food in the right places.

UGA researcher tracks pollen, resistant trait Posted on 04/17/08 by Brad Haire

Springtime tree pollen covers much of Georgia now. Lynn Sosnoskie plans to track a different kind of pollen this summer, one that has the potential to spread the worst thing to hit Georgia cotton in decades.

Clover Country CD generates funds for 4-H Posted on 04/17/08 by Sharon Omahen

A new country music CD featuring artists like Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire has been released as a fundraiser for the nation’s 4-H program. The megastars on the compilation not only have their musical talents in common, they were all 4-H’ers.

Gear up for spring with “Gardening in Georgia” Posted on 04/16/08 by Kristen Plank

Is your garden looking sad and tired after the long winter? Learn how to give your garden a spring makeover on “Gardening in Georgia with Walter Reeves” April 23 and 26.

Landscape trees ready for springtime snack Posted on 04/10/08 by Sharon Omahen

Whether your landscape has fruit trees, shade trees, ornamentals or a blend, a University of Georgia expert says now is the time to fertilize.

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