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Where Do New Plant Varieties Come From? Posted on 05/25/99 by Wayne J. McLaurin

In 1999, All-America Selections celebrates 67 years of testing and introducing improved new flowers and vegetables. All-America means all of North America. AAS is the oldest, most established testing organization on the continent.

Avoid Hidden Dangers in Backyard Barbecues Posted on 05/24/99 by J. Faith Peppers

With the backyard grilling season starting in earnest, many outdoor cooks' greatest fear is E. coli. But more hidden dangers lurk in the handling than inside the meat, says a University of Georgia expert.

Keep Outdoor Barbecue Safe Posted on 05/24/99 by J. Faith Peppers

When you're cooking on an outdoor grill, remember to be safe. Besides keeping your food safe by the way you handle it, keep yourself safe from the fire. Here are some helpful hints from the University of Georgia Extension Service.

Landscape Herbs Topic of Griffin Seminar May 27 Posted on 05/21/99 by Susan M. Varlamoff

Herbs don't just have medicinal and culinary value. They can add beauty to your landscape, too. A May 27 seminar at the University of Georgia Research and Education Garden in Griffin, Ga., will tell how.

School Shootings May Offer Times to Talk With Teens Posted on 05/21/99 by Dan Rahn

As tragic as school shootings like the May 20 Atlanta incident are, a University of Georgia expert says parents and other adults who work with teen-agers can find a silver lining.

Spring Precipitation Near Record Low Posted on 05/21/99 by David E. Stooksbury

Georgia statewide total precipitation for February through April was the second lowest for this period since 1895, according to the National Centers for Environmental Prediction. NCEP is a branch of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

'Tree Tomato' Not Tomato or Tree, Says UGA Expert Posted on 05/20/99 by Dan Rahn

Every spring, ads in Sunday newspaper supplements boast of 60 pounds of tomatoes from a single "tree tomato." But surprise -- it's neither a tree nor a tomato. The fruit is more tart and jelly-like and has more seeds, says UGA horticulturist Wayne McLaurin. And the least amount of frost will kill the plant.

Severe Drought Conditions Continue Across Georgia Posted on 05/20/99 by David E. Stooksbury

In spite of some May rains, severe drought continues across parts of Georgia. The northeast mountains, as well as central and southeast Georgia, are having severe drought conditions. The rest of the state is in moderate drought, except in the northwest corner. There, borderline drought conditions prevail.

Drought has Georgia Cattlemen Planning Ahead for Winter Posted on 05/19/99 by Sharon Omahen

Georgia's drought conditions have cattlemen worried about how the lack of rain is affecting their winter hay supply. Weather conditions this summer affect the supply of hay that will be in demand this winter. University of Georgia animal scientists recommend farmers take inventory their cattle and hay now and be prepared for the cold months.

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