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State Winners Highlight 57th State 4-H Congress Posted on 06/21/99 by J. Faith Peppers

Georgia 4-H'ers accented the positives as 46 of the state's teen-agers emerged from project competition to be named state winners during the 57th annual State 4-H Congress in Atlanta June 14-17. "In a year filled with chaos and violence, it's good to be with hundreds of young people involved in positive activity," said Roger C. Ryles, state 4-H program leader.

'Water by Inch' is Trusty Rule of Thumb for Lawns Posted on 06/18/99 by Sharon Omahen

When you're only allowed a few hours for outdoor watering, knowing how much water to give your lawn is important. University of Georgia experts say homeowners normally water their lawns too much and too often.

Marinated Meat Workshop Set at UGA in July Posted on 06/18/99 by Dan Rahn

For food processors who want to be up-to-date on the latest developments in marinated meat and poultry products, University of Georgia food scientists will conduct a "Poultry and Meat Marination Technology Shortcourse" July 12-13 in Athens, Ga.

Rainfall Brings Some Temporary Drought Relief Posted on 06/18/99 by David E. Stooksbury

Rainfall late last week and early this week has brought some temporary relief to drought conditions across Georgia. But the state needs much more rain -- from 4 inches in the northwest to more than 11 inches in the southeast -- to break the drought.

Potential Still There in Georgia Corn Crop Posted on 06/17/99 by

Despite the summer drought, the Georgia corn crop could still make good yields, said a University of Georgia scientist. "It all depends on where the rain falls," said Dewey Lee, a UGA Extension Service grains scientist. "Overall, the potential for a good crop yield is still there."

Patience, Persistence Produce Prodigious Pumpkins Posted on 06/17/99 by Wayne J. McLaurin

With patience and persistent care, you and the family can grow your own Halloween jack-o'-lantern. Pumpkins take 80 to 140 days to mature. So allow time for the crop to mature. Then just start with the right seed, and provide lots of space, water and food for the vines.

Carve Halloween Pumpkin Early With a Little 'Magic' Posted on 06/17/99 by Wayne J. McLaurin

Pumpkins are magical, and not just as a golden coach for Cinderella. Growing most of the summer and into the fall, they require patience and persistence in your garden. But they pay off in lots of ways. "Magic carving" is a special perk, especially for parents.

Summer Workshops Planned for Small, Beginning Farmers Posted on 06/15/99 by Dan Rahn

Agriculture on a small scale can still be profitable and rewarding. That's the message Team Ag Georgia is trying to drive home in the TAG Workshops for Small and Beginning Farmers this summer.

Tender Garden Care Has First Homegrown BLT Almost Here Posted on 06/14/99 by Wayne J. McLaurin

Remember that first BLT last year? The bread was toasted just right and slathered with mayonnaise. Then came bacon, leaf lettuce fresh from the garden and finally your first homegrown tomato -- sliced, piled high with some hanging over the edge of the sandwich. It was close to heaven.

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