Departments and Units
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The southeastern blueberry bee is an economically valuable pollinator in commercial blueberry production in Georgia. Researchers see a need for conservation of this species, and this resource provides detailed information on its identification, biology, nesting habitat, and floral hosts. It also incorporates research data from recent study in commercial blueberry system in south Georgia.
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By their nature, pesticides are hazardous and demand cautious handling. When they are used properly, however, pesticides improve the quality of our food supply, protect our health and increase our comfort with little risk to the environment and non-target living things. The most important consideration for the safe, effective use of pesticides is to follow all label directions and safety precautions.
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Many Georgia communities are wrestling with wastewater disposal issues. The choices a community makes may affect its growth and environmental quality. This PowerPoint presentation presents the basics of wastewater treatment systems so that community leaders can make better-informed choices.
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This resource will help you choose small trees and shrubs that can provide privacy from your neighbors, separation from a road with heavy traffic or a screen to hide unattractive areas.
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Learn all about growing squash, a nutritious, high-fiber vegetable rich in vitamins A and C. Squash are not difficult to grow, and this resource gives you information on type selection, planting, harvesting, and storage, along with tips on how to deal with insect and disease problems you may encounter.
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C 997
Pomegranate Production
This resource helps growers understand how to grow pomegranates for commercial or home use in Georgia, as well as general production practices common in other pomegranate-producing regions. There has been increasing consumer demand for the fruit and it’s being used in many consumer products, including tea and juice blends, nut mixes, and other foods.
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C 989
Tree Planting Details
This publication contains information about planting trees and shrubs, and includes AutoCAD files, .jpg images and .pdf files with instructions and images.
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C 990
Soil Inoculants
Soil inoculants are used for a variety of reasons. In some cases, we add soil organisms that have a known beneficial effect. A symbiotic relationship is one that is mutually beneficial. In return for the plant feeding the rhizobia carbon from photosynthesis and giving it a home, the bacteria can “fix” atmospheric nitrogen into a form that the plant can use.
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This publication explains some of the options available to Green Industry professionals for dealing with these organic materials.
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