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From rural Georgia to tomorrow’s leaders: Keith Kelly
Keith Kelly has long been a leader in establishing philanthropic initiatives at the University of Georgia, one of which is the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ Rural Scholars Program, which he launched after recognizing that many students from Georgia’s rural communities faced obstacles beyond their control.
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Cultivating Curiosity Podcast
The truth about Joro spiders: Separating fact from fiction
Discover what science from the University of Georgia says about Joro spiders in the Southeast, including their spread, impacts and common misconceptions.
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Food Security
Safeguarding America’s food supply: Preserving what we produce
University of Georgia researchers are developing smart sensors and predictive models to keep food safe and fresh during transport and storage.
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Food Security

Oct. 29, 2026

Safeguarding America’s food supply: A place at every table
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MEDIUM

Why are rice weevils in sealed rice bags? The hidden life cycle explained.

AOL

Morning, afternoon or evening? When you mow the lawn actually matters

SOUTHERN LIVING

How to keep flies away from your house before they get inside

THE SPRUCE

How to tell if you’re overwatering or underwatering your mums this fall — 7 signs to look for from your plant

MORNING AG CLIPS

From rural Georgia to tomorrow’s leaders

CITRUS INDUSTRY

Sensors to detect plant stressors before symptoms appear

Food Security

Oct. 28, 2026

UGA SNAP-Ed leaves lasting legacy as operations conclude
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Alumni

Oct. 27, 2026

UGA Graduate School honors outstanding alumni
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Entomology

Oct. 26, 2026

Faculty excellence, philanthropic vision
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Alumni

Oct. 23, 2026

From rural Georgia to tomorrow’s leaders: Keith Kelly
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Cultivating Curiosity Podcast

Oct. 22, 2026

The truth about Joro spiders: Separating fact from fiction
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Food Security

Oct. 21, 2026

Safeguarding America’s food supply: Preserving what we produce
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Emergency Preparedness

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Building a Home Emergency Kit
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Well Water

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Disinfecting Your Well Water: Shock Chlorination
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Nursery and Ornamental Horticulture , Emergency Preparedness

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Hurricane and Storm Damage to Greenhouses and Greenhouse Crops
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Integrative Precision Agriculture

Food Security

Oct. 16, 2026

Safeguarding America’s food supply: The fight for our food starts in the field
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Integrative Precision Agriculture

Oct. 5, 2026

Precision agriculture sensors help farmers detect drought, disease and crop stress early
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Leadership

Sept. 18, 2026

UGA welcomes second cohort of Faculty Innovation Fellows
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Hospitality and Food Industry Management

Aug. 25, 2026

The Delta Air Lines Foundation advances UGA hospitality program innovation
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Hospitality and Food Industry Management

May 21, 2026

Hospitality leaders gather at UGA to explore profitability, technology and the human experience
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Hospitality and Food Industry Management

Nov. 27, 2025

UGA redefines Southern hospitality through a thriving degree program
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Alumni

Oct. 27, 2026

UGA Graduate School honors outstanding alumni
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Profiles, Awards and Leadership

Oct. 8, 2026

Former U.S. agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack to deliver keynote at D.W. Brooks Signature Event
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Alumni

Sept. 23, 2026

Realtree Outdoors host David Blanton hopes to inspire love of nature in future generations
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Emergency Preparedness

UGA Extension

July 10, 2026

UGA Extension rallies to aid community during historic Georgia fire
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Emergency Preparedness

July 6, 2026

Helping Augusta grow back
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Natural Disasters

Sept. 24, 2025

After the storm: Georgia farmers push for policy reform in the wake of Hurricane Helene
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Expert Resources

Expert resources, also known as UGA Cooperative Extension publications, offer unbiased, research-backed advice to empower Georgians with practical, trustworthy information on agriculture, the environment, food, family and more.

Native Plants

Oct. 26, 2026

C 1380-02

Georgia Native Plant Profiles II
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Native Plants

Oct. 15, 2026

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Georgia Native Plant Profiles I
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Weeds

Oct. 12, 2026

C 1376

Evaluating Weed Seed Banks on Your Farm
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