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Game helps new produce managers order inventory Posted on 03/06/03 by Sharon Omahen

Have you ever bought a bunch of ripe bananas for your family and found that nobody's in the mood for bananas? Wasted. Well, imagine how hard it is for supermarket produce managers to consistently guess what and how much their consumers want without waste. A new University of Georgia computer game shows the way.

Experts, industry leaders study fuel alternatives Posted on 03/05/03 by Cat Holmes

Skyrocketing oil prices, a sharp increase in the cost of natural gas and imminent war with Iraq have experts and industry leaders taking a harder look at alternative fuels.

Sweet Georgia onion makes strong comeback Posted on 03/03/03 by Brad Haire

Despite adverse growing conditions this year, consumers can expect plenty of fresh quality Vidalia onions in grocery stores soon, says a University of Georgia expert.

Tomatoes come in a variety of varieties Posted on 02/28/03 by Terry Kelley

Whether you're looking for an old favorite, something with disease resistance or just a novelty, there's a tomato out there for you.

Overweight U.S. children a growing concern Posted on 02/27/03 by

Getting enough to eat isn't a problem for most children in the United States. Eating the right foods and being active enough to stay healthy, though, is a growing concern.

Studies aim to predict risks of chemicals in the environment Posted on 02/27/03 by Cat Holmes

Two University of Georgia scientists have been awarded $4.1 million in grants to conduct research and create mathematical models that help predict the risk to humans of chemicals in the environment. With the models, scientists could avoid having to test thousands of combinations and doses on humans.

New teen driver program targets parents Posted on 02/26/03 by Janet Rodekohr, J. Faith Peppers

Is your teen's life worth 2 hours of your time? That's the question Frankie Jones is asking Rockdale County parents preparing their 15- and 16-year-olds to drive.

Just any old planting hole won't do Posted on 02/26/03 by Mike Isbell

There's more to planting a tree than digging a pit and flinging in a tree. The hole you dig can be the difference between the life and death of the tree.

Can't make enough compost for your garden? Posted on 02/21/03 by Darbie M. Granberry

Home composting is an excellent way to recycle many organic materials commonly found around the home. By composting, we convert what's often called waste into a valuable, useful product.

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