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As we head towards fall, it is a great time to start thinking about landscaping chores, specifically transplanting landscape plants. Relocating plants can drastically change the appearance of your home or property without much expense. For most plants, fall and early winter are the best time of year to move them from one location in…
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Earlier this year, Lincoln County UGA Extension welcomed a new 4-H Educator, Rebekah Goble. With the new school year well underway, we are excited to welcome old and new 4-H’ers back! 4-H is a key component of the UGA Cooperative Extension system and Clemson Cooperative Extension system. Each individual county or region is responsible for…
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In the last few weeks, a recurring question in the Extension office is about pond algae, pond water testing, and managing aquatic weeds. Algae and weed overgrowth is one of the most common problems for pond owners and can be unsightly at best and dangerous for fish and other animals at worst. If you have…
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Are you aware of the wide array of services Lincoln County Extension offers? The list is long, but I want to highlight two of them today. First up, did you know that I can come to your property (Lincoln County residents only) for FREE to take a look at any issue you might be having?…
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In the last few weeks, a recurring question in the Extension office is about pond algae, pond water testing, and managing aquatic weeds. Algae and weed overgrowth is one of the most common problems for pond owners and can be unsightly at best and dangerous for fish and other animals at worst. If you have…
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There is a growing interest in growing and producing food for personal consumption instead of purchasing from a grocery store or other vendor. While it is a bit of a misconception that producing food yourself is innately cheaper or less expensive than purchasing it from conventional retailers, there are many benefits to locally produced food.…
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As I fed horses last week, I happened upon a turtle hanging out near the pasture. While I haven’t been able to figure out what species he was, it got me thinking about what species he potentially could be based on known species in our region. One of the best resources I know of to…
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As we head into fall, it is time for homeowners and producers alike to start thinking about soil testing for the next year. Whether you’re looking to improve pasture or hay production or just have a backyard garden, getting soil nutrition right early on is key for avoiding growth and production problems later in the…
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Pollinators are a vital part of a balanced ecosystem and critical to the well-being of humans. There are over 100,000 different varieties of insects and over 1,000 other species that serve as pollinators. These species are essential for the reproduction of over 225,000 different flowering plant species, including over 150 food crops. The annual value…
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I’ll never forget the first honey bee lecture I ever attended- at the time, I was working for Purina Animal Nutrition, and the presentation focused on their feeding and nutrition. Since then, I’ve always found honey bees to be a fascinating and important topic given their role as pollinators and honey producers. While I can’t…
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