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In kitchens, dining rooms, and around coffee tables across Georgia, one simple routine continues to make a significant impact on children and families: sitting down to share a meal. Research from the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service consistently shows that family mealtime supports children’s physical health, academic success, and emotional well-being. At a time…
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Each year, the USDA Farm Service Agency asks UGA county Extension agents to help in developing grazing and forage loss estimates for each county. As the Forsyth County Extension agent, I am asking producers who grow hay and/or forage in Forsyth County to use
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Did you know that Georgia agriculture and natural resources can supply just about everything you need for holiday entertaining and gifting? I’m putting out a challenge to see just how many locally produced goodies we can incorporate into holiday festivities this season.
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Shakespeare’s line from The Comedy of Errors, “Small cheer and great welcome make a merry feast,” means that genuine warmth and kindness are what truly make a gathering enjoyable. In addition to warmth and kindness, UGA Extension’s recommended holiday food safety best practices are essential to ensure your family and friends stay jolly and full…
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As the season of giving begins, families across Forsyth County are reminded that some of the most meaningful lessons do not come from a classroom. They come from serving others. When young people take part in community service projects, they gain far more than volunteer hours. They develop lifelong skills that shape them into thoughtful,…
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Agriculture is Georgia’s top industry, and most Georgia farms are family run businesses. While the number of farms has decreased statewide, the number of new and beginning farmers is encouragingly high. The 2-course Journeyman Farmer Certificate Program is designed to help new farmers overcome the challenges of building a farming business from the ground up.
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Food pantries across the Georgia Mountain Food Bank (GMFB) region (which includes: Forsyth, Hall, Union, Lumpkin, and Dawon counties) are in crisis. Rebecca Thurman, Executive Director of GMFB, reports that food insecurity has risen by 30% over this past year. She shares that one out of eight Georgians and one out of five children are…
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Strong communication skills are among the most important tools young people can develop to succeed in life. Whether they dream of becoming scientists, teachers, engineers, or community leaders, being able to clearly express their thoughts and ideas will set them apart. Through 4-H Project Achievement, Georgia youth have a unique opportunity to gain those skills…
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There are many research studies that extoll the health benefits of being outdoors in nature. But other studies show that most people spend 70 percent or more of their time indoors. Fortunately, houseplants can give us mental and physical health boosts similar to what we experience from natural environments. Various research findings indicate that houseplants…
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Dietary supplements are anything that is taken by mouth that are meant to “supplement” or add to a diet. These include vitamins, minerals, herbs or other botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, and fiber. Supplements may be found in many forms including pills, capsules, powders, drinks, gels, or energy bars. Supplements sometimes are considered a type of…
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