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Commonsense Rules for Flowers in Drought Posted on 03/14/01 by Paul A. Thomas

Forecasters say the drought isn't over. Before you put your trowel away, though, remember that many of our grandmothers successfully grew flowers in droughts. They never gave up. They just used common sense.

Georgia Corn Growers' Outlook Brighter Posted on 03/13/01 by Brad Haire

Georgia farmers face another year of severe drought, and the prices of many major commodities remain low. But the long rows ahead look a little better for corn growers, says a University of Georgia expert.

State Turf, Landscape Industry Growing Posted on 03/08/01 by Sharon Omahen

As the state's population continues to grow, more and more Georgians are becoming homeowners, and bankers aren't the only ones prospering. The population boom is a driving force behind the growth of Georgia's turf and landscape industry.

Some Cantaloupes Are Special Melons Posted on 03/07/01 by George E. Boyhan

Many melons are actually cantaloupes with a variety of colors, both for the flesh and the rind, and colorful names such as Casaba, Crenshaw, Christmas melon and Juan Canary.

March Rains Far From End to Drought Posted on 03/05/01 by David E. Stooksbury, Pam Knox

Early March rains have caused some minor flooding in central Georgia but have brought little relief from the drought. Without substantial additional rains, the three-year drought will persist through the summer across the state.

* Special Agricultural Weather Statement * Posted on 03/05/01 by David E. Stooksbury

Unseasonable cold weather has returned to Georgia. Temperatures across most of the state will be near or below freezing Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Peaches and other blooming crops are of particular concern.

UGA, Zoo Atlanta Celebrate National Agriculture Month Posted on 03/01/01 by J. Faith Peppers

March is National Agriculture Month. Zoo Atlanta, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and the American Dairy Association are holding a special celebration for Georgia families.

Farmers Might Have Chance to Act Against Drought Posted on 02/28/01 by Brad Haire

By March 1, the Department of Natural Resources will predict whether or not Georgia faces another year of severe drought. If a severe drought is predicted, the Flint River Drought Protection Act will be initiated for the 2001 growing season.

Irrigated Acres Slightly Up in Georgia Posted on 02/28/01 by Brad Haire

To battle dry conditions, many farmers rely on irrigation systems to provide water to grow their crops. Surprisingly, Georgia farmers only slightly increased their irrigation use during the recent drought, according to University of Georgia Extension Service experts.

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