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Fall Perfect for Planting Landscape Shade Trees
The glaring heat of this summer may have you convinced that you need more shade in your yard. And fall is the perfect time to plant trees to create that needed shade.
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Pollution Prevention Program Helping Metro Homeowners
Most new housing developments in the booming Atlanta suburbs have city water. But many homeowners still rely on a well for their water. And University of Georgia scientists have found that not everyone who has a well knows how to protect that water supply. "We're customizing a water quality program for Gwinnett County," said Lisa Kelley.
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Weather to Come Will Decide Fate of Georgia Peanuts
As dry and hot as the summer has been, a University of Georgia scientist says peanuts still stand a chance to make a good crop. "Overall, the crop looks good," said John Beasley.
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Don't Let Summer Project Harm the Environment
Hot summer days are perfect for home projects. But be careful not to damage the environment. "Summer is a great time to enjoy Georgia's abundant natural resources," said Wayne McLaurin.
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Irrigation Lapses Proving Costly to Georgia Farmers.
It's not just the drought hurting Georgia farmers this year. A University of Georgia expert said the way many water their crops could cut $100 million from cotton yields alone.
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Southern Farmers Hang on to Hope -- Others Give up on Crops
In a summer plagued by drought and heat, many Southern crops are withering in the fields, taking farmers' profits down with them.
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Pick Your Poison: Some Plants Are Toxic
Plants are extremely diverse organisms. And we should respect them for their ability to poison as well as feed us.
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FutureScapes an Exciting Showcase in Griffin Sept. 3
Make your lawn look like a premier golf course. See the latest research on ornamentals. Or learn more about wetlands. You can do it all at FutureScapes.
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New Training Center to Help Georgians Control Termites
A new University of Georgia training center will help pest control inspectors and operators stay ahead of home-wrecking termites.

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