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  • Last week we saw a pretty strong storm front come through Lincoln County, resulting in power outages, downed trees, and damage to property. Once the immediate effects like power outages have been fixed, homeowners have to manage the longer-term issues with storm damaged trees. This week, I wanted to provide some brief guidelines on how…

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  • We are officially in my least favorite part of summer – it is hot and dry out there, with still more to come before the cooler weather of fall. While we were fortunate to have quite a bit of rain in June, that seems to have slowed down. It’s important that homeowners pay attention to…

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  • Every year, our Extension office gets a number of client inquiries looking for assistance with ponds. The level of involvement and assistance that Extension can provide regarding ponds has changed over time, so we frequently have to refer clients to other resources. This week, I wanted to clarify what pond-related things Extension can help you…

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  • One of the best parts about being a county agent is the diversity of topics I get to deal with on a daily basis. This week alone, I’ve had calls about turfgrass, pond management, cattle, water testing, oak tree pests, and more. The broad scope of these calls is what makes my job interesting, but…

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  • Farmers have always been the backbone of America, tirelessly working to produce the food and materials we rely on for a comfortable life. As we look ahead to the future of agriculture, the concept of precision agriculture is gaining more relevance, importance, and funding. Although not a new idea, precision agriculture has become more accessible…

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  • Gardening can be an excellent hobby and has been shown to reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and prevent disease and illness, as well as allowing for the production of flowers, ornamental plants, and foods. Being a successful gardener requires a lot of planning, learning, patience, and hard work. One of the most important skills for…

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  • Most everyone knows to pass on the coffee, sweet tea and energy drinks and opt for more water, but it isn’t always that simple. Healthy water consumption takes effort and commitment, but it is an effort that is well worth it. Water is vital to the health of the human body, providing for everything from…

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  • I know many of our efforts here at the Extension office focus on agriculture and natural resources, but our office can also help connect clients to resources in other areas. For example, one of our close partnerships is with the University of Georgia’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which has its nearest branch in Augusta.…

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  • It’s getting to the time of year where I’m seeing questions about insect and disease issues in home vegetables and fruits. As you encounter issues in your garden, please feel free to contact us at 706-359-3233 for assistance with diagnoses and treatment of problems- if you wait too long, there’s usually not much we can…

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  • I love the spring and early summer in Georgia—as the days get longer and temperatures get warmer, I spend more and more time outside, whether just hanging out on the screen porch, working on landscaping projects, riding my horse, or hanging out at the boat ramp. This time of year though, I always get the…

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