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  • Spring is here, and what does it tend to bring with it? Pollinators! (On top of allergies for those of us allergic to all the pollen!) We will begin to see more and more pollinators out and about in the coming weeks. There has been lots of ‘buzz’ in recent years about protecting our pollinators……

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  • As of March 4, 2025, Georgia is once again considered to an HPAI free state. Practicing biosecurity measures can help ensure that your backyard flock is kept safe from not only HPAI, but other diseases as well. Keep in mind that no biosecurity program is 100% effective because mistakes can be made, but having a…

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  • Calls about nuisance wildlife are constant, no matter the time of the year, especially with armadillos, I have already caught one red-handed in my own yard. They tend to tear up our yards and leave holes, raccoons like to dig in our trash, moles and voles leave tunnels, and opossums will steal our cat food…

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  • With the cold front coming in and possibly bringing in some winter precipitation with it, now is the time to prepare for any extra precautions you may need to take with your livestock. This extremely cold weather could last for several days, so it is important to be as prepared for that as possible! Pam…

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  • Welcome to the new ANR blog for Gordon County Extension! This will be a place that you will be able to find monthly articles around current agriculture or natural resource-based topics, as well as a collection of upcoming events/programs. Stay tuned!

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