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Use 30-30 Rule for Thunderstorm Safety Posted on 03/26/02 by David E. Stooksbury, Pam Knox

Spring and summer in Georgia means thunderstorms and outdoor activities. In the United States, lightning kills more people than hurricanes or tornadoes. And using a simple "30-30" rule can help keep you safe during thunderstorms.

Canola, Wheat Field Days Set in April Posted on 03/25/02 by Brad Haire

Anyone interested in growing a better canola or wheat crop should attend the University of Georgia's 2002 canola and wheat field days on any of three April dates.

Landscapes' Last Defense Against Weeds Posted on 03/21/02 by

You've tried removing weeds by hand and preventing them with mulches and landscape fabrics. Your last line of defense is chemical control.

Landscape Seminar at Blairsville April 25 Posted on 03/21/02 by Dan Rahn

"Journeys Through a Mountain Landscape" is the theme of the annual Southern Appalachian Landscape Seminar April 25 in Blairsville, Ga.

Mosquito Control More Important Than Ever Posted on 03/20/02 by J. Faith Peppers

As spring arrives, Georgians treasure the amazing azaleas and dogwoods but dread those menacing mosquitoes. After last year's outbreak of West Nile Virus in Georgia, many are fearing the biting problem.

Georgia Blueberry Business Growing Up Posted on 03/15/02 by Sharon Omahen

While the economy lags and many businesses are forced to make drastic cutbacks, Georgia's blueberry farming is booming.

Freeze Claims Some Georgia Blueberries Posted on 03/15/02 by Sharon Omahen

It's still too early for precise figures, but Georgia blueberry growers estimate at least a 15 percent crop loss as a result of the recent freeze.

Scientist Studying Drugs in Georgia Streams Posted on 03/15/02 by Brad Haire

Prescription drug use is on the rise in the United States. Because of this, you might be surprised to learn what's in your local river or drinking water, says a University of Georgia scientist.

Pesticide Container Recycling Day Set Posted on 03/15/02 by Dan Rahn

You're not supposed to put empty pesticide containers in the trash. So what do you do with them? Periodically, pesticide container recycling days are set up around the state to allow people to get rid of these containers.

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