Agriculture
Bainbridge resident to receive Master Farmer Award at ABAC
Gerald Long from Bainbridge will receive the 2017 Master Farmer Award on April 7 at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural…
Agriculture
The ins and outs of growing sweet corn in Southwest Georgia
Sweet corn may be divided into three distinct types according to genetic background: normal sugary (su), sugary enhanced…
Agriculture
4-H’ers make splash at Southwest District Project Achievement
Decatur County 4-H’ers distinguished themselves at Rock Eagle on February 3-5, 2017.
Agriculture
Things to know when using preemergence herbicides
When planning your preemergence herbicide applications there are a couple of things to consider.
Agriculture
Georgia Peanut Commission research report day set for Feb. 9
The Georgia Peanut Commission will hold the annual Research Report Day, Feb. 9, 2017, beginning at 9:00 a.m.…
Agriculture
Ladybugs can be a nuisance, but they are good for us as well
Large numbers of lady beetles (ladybugs) infesting homes and buildings in the United States were first reported in…
Agriculture
Spotting Ambrosia Beetles
Ambrosia beetle presence has been reported recently in South Georgia. This is an important pest to pecan producers…
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Bridges receives Outstanding Georgia Peanut Farmer of the Year Award
John Bridges Sr., Brinson, Georgia, received the Outstanding Georgia Peanut Farmer of the Year Award for District 1…
Agriculture
Dormant Oil Sprays must be applied at the right time to be effective
Dormant oils are a good way to control a wide variety of insects. However, most of the year…
Agriculture
A soil test can save you time and frustration in the long run
Last year you bought the best tomato transplants on the market, planted them in your yard, watered them…