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Agriculture & Natural Resources Updates for Fannin & Gilmer Counties

July 2021

  • Box Turtle

    Summer is in full swing in Appalachia, and with it comes an increase in traffic through our mountain towns. Whether your interest lies in a float down the river, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking into the backcountry, mountain biking, fishing, visiting our lovely orchards and vineyards, or enjoying a bite to eat and a stroll downtown…

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  • With as much rain as we’ve been having, you can bet that mosquitoes are going to be multiplying at a much higher rate, as these insects are dependent upon the presence of water to complete their life cycle. Knowing the different stages of the mosquito’s life cycle will help you prevent mosquitoes around your home…

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  • Ready, set, grow! Now that the gardening season is in full swing, I’ve been fielding numerous phone calls and emails from clients eager to make the most out of their summer gardens. For those of you who may not have a green thumb, you can enjoy the fresh tastes of summer by patroning either the…

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