In the Furrow
Estimating Corn Grain Yield Prior to Harvest
By Will Duffie County Extension Coordinator
      Estimating grain yield for many growers brings excitement on what potential yields may be, while others use estimates for potential marketing. The process is often difficult and variable.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      July 10 - Sunbelt Expo Field Day July 26 - Conservation Tillage Workshop, East Georgia Conservation Tillage Alliance - Southeast Research & Education Center, Midville.
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Burke County 4-H Calendar Dates
      July 23 - Forestry Practice, Burke Co. Office Park kitchen. July 24-27 - State Congress, Atlanta.
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Home & Garden Tips
Controlling Crabgrass in the Garden
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      At this time of year it is hard not to notice the myriad of annual grasses that have invaded our garden. A large portion of the annual grass is crabgrass. The genus Digitaria constitute all crabgrass. This genus is composed of approximately six species.
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Family & Consumer Science News
Sorting out Tomato Canning Directions
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      Just as the varieties of tomatoes in the markets keep changing and increasing in number, there are as many different ways to preserve these colorful summ ertime jewels to enjoy during the winter months. Since there are so many options for canning tomatoes, it is easy to mix and match recipes without realizing the potential for harm to you and your family.
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