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Basil a Royal Herb in Garden, Kitchen Posted on 03/29/00 by Wayne J. McLaurin

Basil's Greek name basileus, meaning "king," shows its royal position among herbs. With an amazing array of flavors and scents, it's a constant delight in the kitchen.

Farmers, Researchers Helping Clean Up Water Posted on 03/28/00 by

Larry Risse looks forward to the twice-monthly, voluntary checks of the water flowing through his 100-acre farm. He wants to know if practices on his land somehow contribute to the pollution of nearby Lake Oconee.

Fuel Prices Running Up Farm Bills Posted on 03/28/00 by J. Faith Peppers

Georgia farmers are facing fuel prices at least 50 percent higher than last summer. If prices continue to rise, University of Georgia experts say farm fuel costs could top $200 million this year.

Mountain Beef Cattle Field Day April 19 Posted on 03/28/00 by Dan Rahn

The annual Mountain Beef Cattle Field Day will be April 19 at the Georgia Mountain Branch Experiment Station in Blairsville, Ga.

Peachy Outlook for Peach Crop Posted on 03/23/00 by J. Faith Peppers

Not since the early 1990s have Georgians had such promise for an abundant crop of sweet Georgia peaches. University of Georgia experts say this may indeed be a very good year.

Rosemary Rewards in Landscape, Too Posted on 03/21/00 by Wayne J. McLaurin

Rosemary is wonderful for cooking, especially with potatoes, chicken and lamb. It's also used in medicines, cosmetics and perfumes. But it's more than useful. It can add interest in your landscape, too.

Price of Vidalia Onions Expected to Be Higher Posted on 03/21/00 by J. Faith Peppers

The price of one of Georgia's most popular crops will almost certainly be higher next year, says a University of Georgia economist. Vidalia onion farmers planted 2,000 fewer acres this year than last.

Farmers' Triple Threat Could Raise Food Prices Posted on 03/21/00 by J. Faith Peppers

Forecasts of more dry weather are just the beginning of Georgia farmers' problems. And the triple threat facing them could drive up grocery prices.

UGA Experts Say Milk Healthy, Nutritious Posted on 03/20/00 by Dan Rahn

A nationwide attack on milk distorts the nutritional value and health of dairy products and the cows that produce them, say University of Georgia experts.

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