A couple things that are probably on everyone’s mind.
The cold weather moving in and the Helene block grant.
Here’s what I know:
From the National Weather Service. We are going to be just dipping below freezing. If you have planted early, I wouldn’t worry too much. As yall are making your planting decisions keep an eye on the soil temp. I will keep blasting this out to yall: http://www.georgiaweather.net/?content=calculator&variable=CC&site=DIXIE
The UGA weather station in Dixie. It will give you a quick idea if you don’t have a temperature probe. As of today, 03/16/2026 this is where we are at.
The Hurricane Helene Block Grant applications opened today. You can find the application here: https://agr.georgia.gov/hurricane-helene-block-grant
If you need assistance with this, we are here to help.
Other News:
This is the “set&seed” I have been telling yall about. As you are hooking up planters, this takes about 5-10 minutes, and can get you to within ¼ inch of planting depth. I still have the kit at the moment, so call me if you are interested.
Specialist updates:
Dr. Prostko’s weed science blog: https://ugaweedscience.blogspot.com/
Cotton team podcasts:
Sustainability/Stewardship – https://www.buzzsprout.com/2350262/episodes/18761609
Diseases/Nematodes – https://www.buzzsprout.com/2350262/episodes/18840615
Precision Ag Blog: https://precisionagirrigation.extension.uga.edu/2026/03/utilize-safety-precautions-when-working-around-pivots-and-pumping-systems/
Pecan Blogs: https://site.extension.uga.edu/pecan/2021/04/cold-weather-damage-and-when-to-start-spraying/
Vegetable Entomology Blog: https://site.caes.uga.edu/vegpath/2026/03/pepper-weevil-alert/
As always, call us if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.
Jacob: 229.305.6490
Michasia: 229.305.3003
Extension Office: 229.263.4103
Last note: Don’t forget about the UPW training this Wednesday at 9 here at the office:
