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Time to trellis those spring veggies Posted on 06/03/04 by Terry Kelley

Trellising gets the plant and fruit up off of the ground, making way for better quality and less disease.

Computer software program grows cyber crops Posted on 06/02/04 by Sharon Omahen

A team of scientists has created a computer program that can model an entire crop cycle, from planting to harvesting, in just seconds. Called DSSAT, the software simulates a crop's growth, yield, water and nutrient requirements and the environment’s impact on agricultural production.

Try some bright plants in dark landscape places Posted on 05/30/04 by Bodie Pennisi

Most gardens have at least one spot where sunlight doesn't seem to reach. So many a spring garden center trip poses the question, "What should I plant in the shade?"

Georgia peach crop best in decade Posted on 05/27/04 by Brad Haire

Dry, sunny spring helps sweeten peaches.

Fire ants don't thrive in wooded areas Posted on 05/27/04 by Sharon Omahen

If you decide to take a hike through the Georgia wilderness, you may have to fight off ticks and chiggers along the way. But a recent University of Georgia study shows you shouldn't have to worry about fire ants.

UGA training set for Hispanic child care providers Posted on 05/27/04 by Andrew L Turnage

The Georgia Traffic Injury Prevention Institute will conduct the first statewide accredited training in child passenger safety for Spanish-speaking child care providers June 3 in Atlanta.

Experts say dairy prices will continue to soar Posted on 05/27/04 by Cat Holmes

Skyrocketing gas prices are no secret. But now Americans are noticing higher tabs when they go to pay for milk, pizza and ice cream, too.

Start drought-proofing your landscape now Posted on 05/26/04 by Gary L. Wade

It may be time to start drought-proofing the landscape to help it survive times of limited rainfall and little to no irrigation.

Moderate drought returns to parts of Georgia Posted on 05/26/04 by David E. Stooksbury

Moderate drought conditions have returned to parts of Georgia, generally south of a line from Toccoa to Atlanta to Franklin. North of this line the state ranges from abnormally dry to mild drought. Conditions are best north and west of Atlanta.

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