Agriculture
Sunflower genome sequence to provide roadmap for more resilient crops
University of Georgia researchers are part of an international team that has published the first sunflower genome sequence.…
Agriculture
Two-Lined Spittlebugs in Turfgrass
The two-lined spittlebug is an increasingly common pest of Georgia turf grasses. It will feed on all turfgrasses,…
Agriculture
U.S. Congressman Allen and peanut farmers applaud revision of Seg. 1 peanuts by Peanut Standards Board
The Georgia Peanut Commission issued comments today in full support of the proposed rule issued in the Federal…
Agriculture
How to maximize your Satsuma tree production
Satsuma and orange trees are a popular choice in Decatur County for fruit tree production in the home…
Agriculture
What you need to know to best fertilize your lawn
I have had a couple of fertilizer questions this week so I thought I would share some information.…
Agriculture
Keeping your lawn alive
We have entered a significant dry period and I know you are doing your best to your lawn…
Agriculture
The secret to growing great garden tomatoes
I think everyone has their own secret method of growing the best tomato in town, but if you…
Agriculture
Signs of a pecan phyllexera infestation
Pecan trees across the county are beginning to break bud and leaf out.
Agriculture
The aftermath of Decatur County’s late freeze is a tough pill to swallow
You may have noticed that we experienced a late freeze event in the south, as I heard a…
Agriculture
Where is the saw dust coming from?
It is still a little early for carpenter bees, but I had a question this week that prompted…