Agriculture & Natural Resources
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What's Growing On
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Garden Notes for AugustProtect yourself from the heat, clean up the garden for winter, prepare the soil for next garden season, plant your fall veggies.
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Native OrnamentalsNative plants have many good qualities going for them. They have evolved locally and have withstood the test of time.
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August Tips for the YardThere are many other important jobs that should be taken care of in your yard as well. Below is a list of activities that will help your home look its best, no matter how hot it is.
- Purifying Non- Portable Water
- Storing Water For Emergencies
- Storing Food For Emergencies
- Is Your Food Safe After a Flood
- Sanitizing After a Flood
- If the Power Goes Out
Diagnostic Services Available:
* Soil Testing - $ 13.00 per sample ( Soil Bags Available at Extension Office )
* Water Testing - Varies depending on the test required ( Test Kits available at Extension Office )
* Forage and Hay Testing - $ 44.00 per sample (depending on the type of test requested)
* Plant Tissue Diagnostics - $ 28.00 per sample
* Weed Identification - No Charge
* Insect Identification - No Charge
ANR Events
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Apr 22 Green Cleaning: Make and Take Class Join Gilmer County Extension for a fun afternoon of learning how to make non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning products. Participants receive a room spray and an all purpose cleaner to take home.
- Ellijay, GA - (14.0 Miles)
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Apr 22 Green Cleaning Make and Take Class Join McIntosh County Extension for a fun afternoon of learning how to make non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning products. Participants receive a room spray and all-purpose cleaner to take home.
- DARIEN, GA - (302.0 Miles)
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Apr 23 ServSafe Manager One-Day Training The ServSafe Food Safety Training Program leads the way in providing current and comprehensive educational materials to the food service industry. The ServSafe for Managers class and Exam is recognized by more federal, state, and local jurisdictions than any other food safety certification and in Georgia, food safety certification is required by law. The University of Georgia Extension in Gwinnett is pleased to offer the SERV Safe for Managers Certification Class and Exam. Class, Book, and Test $150 Retest - $70 Contact: Ines Beltran at inesb@uga.edu or at 678-477-4014
- Lawrenceville, GA
ANR News
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2024 Peach Season With no freezing temperatures in the forecast and hope for strong pricing during the upcoming season, peach growers are looking forward to a much-needed rebound this year.
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Blending science and philanthropy UGA wheat breeder and geneticist Mohamed Mergoum and CAES are the latest partners to work with Creature Comforts on its annual Get Comfortable collaboration, for which they produce an annual, limited-run brew to support a community-wide effort to improve educational outcomes for local elementary school students.
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2024 Public Service & Outreach Awards Six University of Georgia faculty and staff members are being honored for their commitment to public service and outreach.
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2024 Flavor of Georgia Winners This year’s winners represent all corners of the state and the best of Georgia’s diverse culinary heritage.
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