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Aubrey Shirley

  • Nickel Deficiency in Pecans

    Here is an article by Dr. Lenny Wells about Nickel deficiency in pecan trees: With the cool temperatures we are experiencing this spring pecan trees are exhibiting some odd foliage characteristics. Normally at this time we have seen foliage reach nearly full expansion and female flowers are in the middle of pollination. But, with temps…

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  • Weed Management in Conservation Tillage

    Here is a handout that was given to me during a conservation tillage meeting in Midville, GA at the experiment station. It contains some useful information about weed control  in cover crops. Conservation Tillage Handout

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  • Garden Weeding

    A few weeks ago, I would have said spring has finally come and winter is no more. My tune has changed a bit since then. Winter’s claws are still trying to hold on a bit longer.  This does not mean that one should wait for weed control in their garden. Weed control in gardens can…

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  • Be on the Lookout for Ambrosia Beetles in Pecans

    Ambrosia Beetle Emergence 2018 Feb 18, 2018 | Written by Lenny Wells Asian Ambrosia Beetle Attack on Young Tree Trunk We have had our first report of ambrosia beetle emergence in a Brooks County orchard at the end of last week. With warm temperatures expected through the next 7-10 days, ambrosia beetle activity is likely…

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  • September Cattlemen’s Meeting

    The Tattnall County Cattlemen’s September meeting is approaching quickly. This meeting will be a great opportunity for cattle producers to learn some valuable information from a few of UGA specialists. The speakers presenting will be: Dr. Levi Russell , UGA Extension Livestock Economist, presenting  “Beef Cattle Market Update and Marketing Strategies,” Dr. Brady Brewer, UGA…

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  • Pecan Field Day

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