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‘Alapaha' Blueberry Withstands Freezes Better Posted on 03/15/02 by Sharon Omahen

Alapaha, a new University of Georgia and U.S. Department of Agriculture rabbiteye introduction, has a later blooming time that greatly reduces its risk of late-winter freeze damage.

Overgrown Shrub Can Make a Tree Posted on 03/11/02 by Jim Midcap

Early spring is the ideal time to take on those long overdue pruning jobs. The days are sunny and warm, but not yet hot. This job takes a lot of energy, so get out the tools, roll up the sleeves and let's get started.

Freeze Good for Some Crops, Bad for Others Posted on 03/06/02 by Brad Haire

Record low temperatures froze much of Georgia last week. When it comes to freezing temperatures, survival depends on timing and location for some Georgia crops, say University of Georgia experts.

Springtime Brings Flower and Fleas Posted on 03/06/02 by Sharon Omahen

Spring is just around the corner and the signs are all around. The days are warmer, flowering trees are growing buds and fleas are hopping across the lawn.

Fighting Fleas Takes Strategy Posted on 03/06/02 by Sharon Omahen

If you're a pet owner, the sight of a flea on your dog or hopping across your rug can make you want to bring out the heavy artillery. But wait. University of Georgia experts say fighting fleas doesn't have to mean war. It just takes strategy.

Assistant Secretary to Address 'Women in Ag' Posted on 03/05/02 by Dan Rahn

The Women in Agriculture Conference will feature assistant secretary of agriculture Mary Waters March 22-23 at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Ga..

Corn Growers Weigh Reaffirming Checkoff Posted on 02/28/02 by Brad Haire

Georgia corn growers will vote in March on whether to reaffirm the Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission for Corn for three more years.

Drought Worsens Without Normal Winter Rains Posted on 02/28/02 by David E. Stooksbury, Pam Knox

The drought that started in May 1998 has worsened during the normal winter recharge period. Georgia depends on winter rains to replenish soil moisture, groundwater, rivers, streams and reservoirs

Wildflower Symposium March 28 in Tifton Posted on 02/28/02 by Brad Haire

If you'd like to know how to identify native wildflowers and bring some of nature's beauty into your garden, plan to attend the South Georgia Wildflower Symposium in Tifton, Ga., March 28.

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