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UGA cracks global top 20 in agricultural sciences Posted on 02/10/05 by J. Faith Peppers

Over the past decade, the University of Georgia has been among the world's 20 most cited institutions in agricultural sciences, according to "In-Cites," a Web site that keeps tabs on the research that most catches the eye of scientists worldwide.

Trees (yes, trees) may lower cost of health care Posted on 02/10/05 by Dan Rahn

With the costs of health care soaring and no solution in sight, we need to look hard at lower-cost alternatives, like trees. Yes, trees. Whole trees. Green, growing trees. They're strong medicine.

Fight phishing with these tips and software protection Posted on 02/10/05 by Sharon Omahen

Your personal computer most likely contains keys to your money and your life. And they're not exactly vaults. Computer experts say following a few basic tips, though, can prevent outsiders' access.

State training workers on agrosecurity Posted on 02/03/05 by Sharon Omahen

Statewide basic trainings should soon make Georgia agricultural workers better prepared for agrosecurity incidents. Using a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the University of Georgia Extension Service will provide statewide training in basic agrosecurity awareness to more than 3,000 people this year.

January ice storms cause little damage in crops Posted on 02/02/05 by Brad Haire

An ice storm brought nasty, freezing temperatures to Georgia last week. It closed airports, iced roads and knocked out electricity for many. But it did little damage to any crops planted now.

Fun models make pollution easier to understand Posted on 01/27/05 by Brad Haire

A little powdered Kool-Aid, a spray bottle and a tabletop model with tiny homes, parking lots and farm fields can show in just minutes how pollution gets into Georgia's streams.

Protect your outdoor pets from the cold Posted on 01/27/05 by Sharon Omahen

As you cover plants and water pipes in preparation for freezing temperatures, remember to protect outdoor animals against the cold, too.

Cold's return just in time for Georgia peach crop Posted on 01/25/05 by J. Faith Peppers

Don't let the warm days of early January make you impatient for spring. Experts say Georgia's peach crop outlook is good because that unseasonable warmth didn't stay too long.

Risk management workshop set Feb. 15, 22 Posted on 01/21/05 by Brad Haire

Georgia farmers who want to use the best information to improve their farms' bottom lines should attend the Risk Management Workshop in Vienna, Ga.

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