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Agriculture and Natural Resources From Pesticide Education to Livestock Programs Farmers across the county rely on the use of pesticides to be able to effectively produce row crops, forages or other types of agricultural products. Some pesticides are labeled as a restricted use product that requires a pesticide license to buy and apply. These licenses…
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Halloween is almost here and that means costumes, candy, and plenty of spooky fun! As your little ghosts and goblins head out to collect treats, it’s important to make sure safety comes first.Here are a few simple tips to help keep your Halloween both fun and safe this year. Trick-or-Treating Smart Before you hit the…
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Do you really need to bag and haul away your grass clippings—or could they actually be the key to a greener lawn? The University of Georgia Cooperative Extension is encouraging homeowners to consider grasscycling as a sustainable alternative to bagging lawn clippings. Grasscycling is the practice of leaving clippings on the lawn after mowing, allowing…
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Water bath canning, also known as boiling water canning, is one of the most accessible and effective methods for preserving high-acid foods like fruits, jams, jellies, and pickles. Using just a few key tools and some careful attention to process, you can safely enjoy the flavors of summer all year long. What Is Water Bath…
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From Gardens to Ag Days – Spring Growth in ANR Outreach From April to June, ANR programming included a variety of educational and community engagement efforts. A home vegetable gardening class was offered, which taught participants how to start and maintain a successful garden. A forage farm tour was also held, covering a wide range…
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Georgia pond owners are grappling with an increasing presence of two invasive aquatic plants—Duckweed (Lemna spp.) and Watermeal (Wolffia spp.)—that are threatening the health of freshwater ecosystems across the state. These tiny, free-floating plants reproduce quickly and can blanket pond surfaces within days, leading to severe consequences such as oxygen depletion, fish kills, and ecosystem…
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One of the most important steps in grilling is making sure your meat and poultry are cooked to the correct internal temperature. Harmful bacteria are destroyed only when food reaches certain temperatures, and eyeballing it isn’t enough. Always use a food thermometer for accuracy. Here’s a quick guide to safe minimum internal temperatures: And remember:…
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Now that spring has sprung and we’ve enjoyed our early bloomers, it’s time to take care of a few maintenance tasks in the garden. Shrubs like forsythia, early azaleas, and dogwood all bloom early in the spring. It’s time to prune them after they bloom and before they set buds for next year. A few…
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May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month! This is a great opportunity to highlight proactive measures parents can take to reduce the risk of food allergies in children. One significant advancement in this area is the early introduction of peanut-containing foods to infants. What Does the Research Say? Groundbreaking studies, such as the LEAP…
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When it comes to keeping our homes clean, simplicity is key. Many traditional cleaning products release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can negatively impact indoor air quality. The good news? You don’t need a cabinet full of chemicals to keep your home fresh and spotless. By choosing multipurpose, natural alternatives, you can reduce harmful chemicals,…
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