CAES Newswire

College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences UGA Cooperative Extension

Menu

Media Resources

Search for Stories

News Stories - Page 750

Odd Beans May Be 'Unopened Medicine Chest' Posted on 02/18/98 by Sharon Omahen

Beans are a great source of protein in diets. But some lesser-known cousins of black-eyed peas and kidney beans may have something far better. They may hold the key to fighting cancer, leukemia and Parkinson's disease.

'White Robin' Could Fill South Georgia Peach Niche Posted on 02/18/98 by

Its name sounds like an exotic bird. And "White Robin," a newly released peach variety, could become a sign of spring in south Georgia, said a University of Georgia scientist.

New Shrubs Add to Spring Excitement Posted on 02/18/98 by Jim Midcap

As spring approaches, the anticipation of viewing the beautiful flowering trees and shrubs can become overwhelming. One way to insure your landscape lives up to your expectations is to add a few new plants each year. Planting now will provide surprises and enjoyment in the springs to follow.

UGA Economist: Dairy Compact Vital to Georgia Dairies Posted on 02/18/98 by Dan Rahn

Just 60 miles from Atlanta, Thomas Bell is right where he wants to be. The dairy he runs, as his father and grandfather did before him, is in his blood. But he wonders whether the next generation of Bells will call it home.

High Vegetable Prices, Blame it on the Rain Posted on 02/11/98 by J. Faith Peppers

You might blame El Ni¤o. You might blame the grocer. But, when it comes to high vegetables prices this winter, you can definitely blame it on the rain. "What you have to understand about vegetable supplies and prices is that things are seldom normal," said Bill Mizelle.

Not All Children Ride Buckled Up, but They Should Posted on 02/11/98 by

In 1996 in Georgia, 32 children under age 5 died in auto accidents. Of those, only 12 were in properly installed child restraints. A University of Georgia specialist said car safety seats are the best way to protect children riding in any vehicle. "Using seat belts and child restraints increases your chances of surviving an accident by almost 60 percent," said Randall Townley.

Knowing Botanical Names Helps You Buy the Right Plant Posted on 02/11/98 by Wayne J. McLaurin

With spring just around the corner, soon everyone will be buying plants for their landscapes and gardens. But if you don't know the plant's botanical name, you may wind up buying the wrong plant.

Frozen, Canned Veggies May Be Better Bargains Posted on 02/05/98 by

Soaring fresh produce prices have many shoppers pushing their carts to the frozen and canned food aisles at their grocery store. A University of Georgia nutrition specialist said frozen and canned foods may be the better nutritional bargains anyway. "Many people prefer fresh fruits and vegetables. But canned and frozen products can cost less and contain at least the same nutrients," said Connie Crawley.

'E-nose' Sniffs Foods for UGA Scientists Posted on 02/05/98 by Sharon Omahen

The nose that sniffs food in University of Georgia labs never catches a cold. The electronic nose, or e-nose, is a machine that can analyze foods in much the same way humans do.

Previous ... 745 746 747 748 749 750 751 752 753 754 ... Next

About the Newswire

The CAES newswire features the latest popular science and lifestyle stories relating to agricultural, consumer and environmental sciences as well as UGA Extension programs and services around the state.

Media Contacts

Maria M. Lameiras Managing Editor

maria.lameiras@uga.edu 706-542-3646

Josh Paine Marketing Specialist

jpaine@uga.edu 706-542-3208