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As a county agent, I am often asked to guest present for different organizations. This week, the Wilkes County Iris Gardening Club asked if I would come give a presentation to their membership about native plants for Georgia. Native plants are an interesting subject to me as the definition of what is “native” is variable…
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There’s nothing worse than going to use a piece of gardening or landscaping equipment and realizing it’s nonfunctional for one reason or another. While the up-front investment on quality equipment can be significant, it often comes with fewer problems and a longer lifespan when cared for properly compared to inexpensive equipment and tools. Generally, I…
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Last week, we discussed some of the challenges that feral swine have brought to the Southeastern U.S. and why the feral swine population has become such an issue. It’s clear that this nuisance species is not going anywhere, so what can we do about them? Unfortunately, control and management of feral swine is not an…
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I’m always thankful when I’m out and about at community events, because I am inevitably told that folks recognize me from the paper and enjoy reading my articles. My response nearly every time is to ask what topics they’d like me to write on. This week, someone suggested I write about “fertilizer math”. …
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Okay, I know you’re probably sitting here and contemplating why I’m writing a gardening article in November, but hear me out! Having an effective vegetable garden takes more planning than what a lot of people realize, so I’m just trying to get you ahead of the curve. Most of Lincoln County has acidic soil with…
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Planting a variety of trees on your property can enhance it’s natural beauty, provide shade, and attract wildlife with shelter and food. We often recommend planting trees in the fall in Georgia, since this allows the root system of the plant to get established before the hot and dry demands of the next summer. One…
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The fall is a busy time of year – I’d love to say for Extension, but I’m pretty sure that extends to just about everyone. As we continue serving Lincoln County through face-to-face client questions and phone calls, submitting soil and water samples, and going on site visits, the Lincoln County Extension staff are also…
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After being away for work last week, I was in for a surprise when I checked my game cameras. It seemed like my deer population had grown significantly. Now, I’m quite fond of these deer, but they can pose problems for homeowners who cherish their gardens and landscapes. The issue is that these beautiful ornamental…
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My personal horse Webb lives at a local farm here in Lincoln County, along with 6 other equids and 6 or so goats. The property consists of exclusively warm-season grasses, so as we head into cold weather, the grazing is slowing down and we’re looking ahead to feeding hay. Every year I write about hay…
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In Georgia, livestock farmers have a unique advantage: they can continue to grow and feed their animals on fresh forage even during the winter months. This ability to manage a year-round forage system is crucial for keeping livestock healthy while minimizing expenses. The key lies in extending the grazing seasons and making sure the forage…
Posted in: Forages