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Oil-driven energy era coming to end, experts say Posted on 08/03/06 by Brad Haire

By the year 2020, the world's population will have increased its need for energy by 60 percent.

Climate forecast calls for more of same in Georgia Posted on 08/03/06 by Dan Rahn

If you don't like the weather we've been having in Georgia this summer, you probably won't like the forecast. The Southeast Climate Consortium's late-summer climate outlook for Georgia, Florida and Alabama calls for more of the same.

Perdue urges scaling up development of biofuels Posted on 08/03/06 by Brad Haire

Georgia could create a sustainable alternative fuel industry that could help wean the state and the country off of foreign oil by keeping agriculture strong, commercializing research and creating a retail distribution network.

Biopesticide-protected crops get unexpected boost Posted on 08/02/06 by Stephanie Schupska

Insects eat one-third of all food produced worldwide before it ever reaches the dinner table, according to University of Georgia expert Mike Adang. Since his undergraduate days at Indiana University, the entomology professor has been interested in ways to control insects besides using pesticides.

Parent-teacher communication helps students succeed Posted on 07/27/06 by Stephanie Schupska

With getting children ready for school, feeding them a healthy breakfast, making sure they get home safely and taking them to practices, today’s parents have a lot on their plates. Actual schoolwork can get lost in the rush. A key to children’s success is paying attention to what goes on during the eight hours they spend at school.

Agroforestry and Wildlife Field Day set for September 28 Posted on 07/27/06 by Sharon Omahen

Whether you’re managing 10 acres of land or 200, the Agroforestry and Wildlife Field Day Sept. 28 offers valuable information on the University of Georgia campus in Griffin, Ga.

Phyllanthus a growing problem in Georgia landscapes Posted on 07/26/06 by Mark Czarnota

We all have our top weeds to deal with in the garden. One that continues to move up Mark Czarnota's list is leaf-flower. These 6- to 18-inch annual weeds are a growing a problem in landscapes and the container plant industry.

Fall in Georgia: vegetable gardening 'big leagues' Posted on 07/26/06 by George E. Boyhan

There are plenty of reasons not to think about a garden right now, and the most important is that it's too hot. If you're determined to have a few vegetables this fall and winter, though, it's time to start planning and preparing.

Don't let danger sneak into your child's lunch box Posted on 07/20/06 by Dan Rahn

You pack your child's lunch for school early in the morning, but she doesn't eat it until lunchtime. Is it still safe then? Foodborne illnesses can be serious, even deadly, for young children especially. But lunch doesn't have to be risky.

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