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Sweet Vidalia onions in a basket at a roadside stand in Tattnall County, Ga. CAES News
Vidalia Onion crop hits market
After a soggy winter, spring and start to harvest, Georgia’s famous Vidalia Onion crop is hitting markets and looking good, according to a University of Georgia onion expert.
Yard bird art adorns a theme garden at the Georgia Research and Education Garden on the University of Georgia campus in Griffin, Ga. CAES News
Garden vacation
Looking for a low-budget vacation with lots of beautiful scenery? Consider visiting a public or historical garden.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
Your Southern Garden
Learn about native azaleas, pest-resistant roses and lawn irrigation on “Your Southern Garden” with Walter Reeves May 29 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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Energy grants
Farmers and rural small-business owners can now apply for more than $99 million in loan guarantees or grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to install renewable energy systems. Georgia’s allocation is $10 million for loans and almost $2 million for grants.
Tomato plant with tomatoes in various stages of ripeness CAES News
Tomato tree vs. tomato plant
From the Chia Pet to the Topsy Turvy tomato planter, every year the newest wave of garden gadgets or plants hits the marketplace. One of the newest is the tomato tree. A University of Georgia expert advises home gardeners to do their homework before ordering one.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
Your Southern Garden
It’s time to sharpen your lawn mower blade and spray for weeds if you want terrific turfgrass for the summer. Find out tips for doing it right on “Your Southern Garden” with Walter Reeves on May 22 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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Operation Military Kids
Wearing dog tags and eating powdered eggs may not sound like typical 4-H camp activities. But then again, Georgia 4-H’s military kids camp isn’t your standard camp.
Tracey Pu, left, stand with her teacher Susan Burger after being named the winner of the UGA GreenWay logo design contest. Pu is a 10th grader at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, Ga. CAES News
Green winner
Eighteen high school students recently put pen to paper and mouse to design programs to create the best logo for the new UGA GreenWay website. And the winner was Tracey Pu, a 10th grader at Oconee County High School.
The eye of a deer fly. CAES News
Spring Sting
People flock outdoors in the spring to plant gardens, clean up, grill out or just spend time with friends. All are prime times and places for insect attacks, says a University of Georgia bug expert.