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'How-to' Week on 'Gardening in Georgia' Posted on 07/24/01 by Dan Rahn

On this week's "Gardening in Georgia," host Walter Reeves shows lots of how-to's for Georgia gardeners: how to propagate your favorite hydrangeas, use water for more than watering, trap whiteflies and test old seeds.

Rain Mixed Blessing for Georgia Peach Crop Posted on 07/23/01 by Brad Haire

This summer, timely rains have helped Georgia farmers recover from three years of severe drought. Peach growers, however, know too much of a good thing can bring a whole new set of problems.

Forage Test Can Be Lifesaver for Cattle Posted on 07/20/01 by Dan Rahn

A new kit enables county agents to go to a field, test a forage sample and get a reasonably accurate assessment of its nitrate content. That's important, because at very high levels, nitrate can kill cattle.

Attract Wildlife to a Backyard Haven Posted on 07/17/01 by Bob Westerfield

Animals aren't unlike us in that they need three basic elements: food, water and shelter.

Irises, Favorite Tools on 'Gardening' Posted on 07/16/01 by Dan Rahn

On this week's "Gardening in Georgia," host Walter Reeves shows how to dig, separate and replant irises and takes time to show some of his favorite "toys" -- digging tools.

Fire Ants Hurt More Than People Posted on 07/11/01 by Sharon Omahen

Fire ants don't just cause pain to humans. They cause damage to public and personal property and to Georgia crops.

UGA Food Microbiologists Honored by CDC Posted on 07/11/01 by Sharon Omahen

University of Georgia food microbiologists Larry Beuchat and Michael Doyle have been awarded the Partners in Public Health Award by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

'Downsizing' Georgia Farmer Raising Quail Posted on 07/11/01 by Brad Haire

A decline in certain natural habitats has severely decreased the wild population of one of Georgia's primary game birds: the bobwhite quail.

Field Day Set for Aug. 7 in Mountains Posted on 07/11/01 by Sharon Omahen

If you've been searching for an excuse to visit the Georgia mountains, here's one: the Georgia Mountain Research and Education Center general field day.

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