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  • I have received several reports over the last two weeks about beet armyworm (BAW) infestations in peanut fields in Georgia. Most of the reports have come from the southwest part of the state, but I highly recommend that all growers scout their fields for BAW and other insect pests. Beet armyworm infestations in peanut in…

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  • More than 1,000 children have died of heatstroke, because they were left or became trapped in a hot car over the past 25 years. These tragedies can happen to anyone but are always preventable.

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  • Food Recall

    The following product has been recalled due to potential E. coli Contamination: Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries, Lot Code 60401, Best By Date February 2028, and the package size is 10 oz. The recalled product was shipped to Publix retail stores throughout 8 states including Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Florida and…

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  • The Atrium Health Navicent Mobile 3D Screening Mammography will be at the Tattnall County Extension Office on Monday, September 28, 2026. Time: 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. How to Schedule: Call 478-633-2003 to book your appointment. Location: Tattnall County Extension Office 114 North Main Street, Building F Reidsville, GA 30453 For more information call Sandy…

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  • BOOSTER SEATS

    Big kids use belt positioning booster seats (often just called boosters) to stay safe in cars. Even though they might try to convince you otherwise, kids who have outgrown their car seats are just not ready for a seat belt alone. Here are a few tips to make sure your child is safe in a…

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  • Our annual citrus meeting is fast approaching. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 28th beginning at 9 AM. This meeting will be different than past sessions. We will have shorter presentations by specialists then have smaller outdoor group meetings at the citrus grove. Pesticide credits will be available and lunch will be served. There is…

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  • Time to Move to the Next Type of Car Seat?

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