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• Questions of the week! Posted by Jeremy Kichler on Jun 13, 2026

  What Have You Heard About Cotton Jassid? Home okra enthusiasts need to be on the lookout for the two-spotted cotton leafhopper, also known as the cotton jassid. This insect appeared locally last year and affected cotton growers in Colquitt County. Okra is a preferred host for this pest. The cotton jassid was first identified in […]
• Let’s Talk About Flowering and Fruit Set Posted by Jeremy Kichler on Apr 6, 2026

  Written by Mary Sutton April 2, 2026 Flowering is in full swing here in Georgia. While most of our trees still have tightly closed buds, we are starting to see flowers open and even fruit set in some areas. We are definitely seeing a lot more flowering this year compared to last year, but it’s […]
• Questions from the Garden Posted by Jeremy Kichler on Feb 4, 2026

  March is a great time of year.  The weather warms up and everybody is excited about home gardening.  Let’s discuss common questions I receive from home gardeners in the community. How Often Should I Lime My Garden?  Please consider applying lime when the pH of your soil is below 6.2.  Gardeners should base this off […]
• Soil Samples! Posted by Jeremy Kichler on Jan 11, 2026

  February is a busy time of year around the Extension office. Production meetings are being held, and lots of soil samples get dropped off at the office. People ask me what the first step to saving money in farming or gardening. The first step is to take your soil samples. Let’s talk about steps for […]
• Time for Mums!! Posted by Jeremy Kichler on Oct 19, 2025

  Fall is approaching when Chrysanthemums begin to appear in the big garden centers. Garden mums, or chrysanthemums, bring in vibrant fall colors like red, white, and yellow. Garden mums add color to your landscape while filling in the gap between summer annuals and winter pansies. When you’re at the garden center, look for great looking […]