Scott Carlson
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Area cattle producers will be interested to know about the Annual HERD program heifer sale is still taking place this year, but in a different format. This will be a great opportunity for producers to purchase bred heifers to build their herds. Please see the following information from Dr. Lawton Stewart about this upcoming sale.…
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We are still working for you, but our office is closed to the public per county commission “state of emergency” proclamation. We will update as things get back to normal. We are thankful for our farmers! What you are doing is critical to everyone. County agents are available to you and can make visits if…
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To: GDA Regulated Establishments of Agriculture, Food, Petroleum, Pest Control; Forestry Trade Association; Commission Leaders; and Land Grant University Leaders From: Gary W. Black, Commissioner As directed by Governor Kemp, a statewide Shelter in Place Order will commence tonight, April 3, 2020. The Federal list of Critical Infrastructure business activities is included in the Order. …
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Worth County growers and producers, We are thankful everyday for the time, effort, and dedication that you put into producing for our nation and the world. This week is recognized as National Agriculture Awareness Week. Many of you are busy in the field planting or preparing the land for this coming growing season; or managing…
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As pecans are breaking bud, many growers are beginning fungicide spray programs. Following is information from Dr. Lenny Wells, UGA Pecan Specialist, to help answer questions and explain more about Phosphite materials. Based on conversations I have had with a number of growers it sounds as if there is a need for some clarification regarding…
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Following are some current row crop disease updates and points to consider from Dr. Bob Kemerait, UGA Extension Plant Pathologist. “Planting season is upon us and critical decisions with regards to season-long disease and nematode control must be made before the furrow is closed. For now, there are 4 critical issues, as I see them.”…
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All in-person Using Pesticides Wisely (UPW) classroom trainings have been cancelled. For those still needing to be trained, UGA Extension and the Georgia Department of Agriculture are currently developing an effective approach that will fulfill training requirements. Look for future updates.
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Enrollment opens on March 18, 2020 and closes on April 8, 2020. Following is information from the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The link to access application and information is: farmrecovery.com. The Georgia Department of Agriculture will begin accepting online applications for the $347 million in block grant funds on March 18, 2020. Georgia farmers and…
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Many rules regarding the purchase, handling, and application of paraquat are changing. Most notably, all non-bulk paraquat products (with new labels) must adhere to closed-system packaging requirements set forth by the EPA’s Paraquat Dichloride Human Health Mitigation Decision by November 2020. All paraquat applicators are required to complete an EPA-approved training module before applying. Click on…
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Following is some of the latest information from Dr. Bob Kemerait, UGA Extension Plant Pathologist, regarding peanut seeds and fungicide treatments for the 2020 season. We have received many questions in recent days pertaining to the quality issues facing our peanut seed supply in 2020 and relative performance of seed treatments Dynasty PD and Rancona. …