In the Furrow
Monitor Ponds for Oxygen Depletion
By Will Duffie County Extension Coordinator
      Oxygen depletion is the most common cause of fish kills in ponds. Several ponds have already experienced this troubling situation in Burke County this August. It can occur from April through November, but is most common in July, August and September. The hot weather during these critical months...
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Home & Garden Tips
Muscadine Season is Here Again
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      Muscadine ripening signals the start of a new season. Before the last muscadine is ripe, the frost will be on the pumpkin. Muscadine time has arrived. These grapes, which herald the end of summer, are one of the greatest treats of life. No homestead in Georgia is complete without a muscadine a...
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Family & Consumer Science News
Cooking for Groups: Ten Food Safety Rules
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      Community festivals and sports events are very popular during the fall season and food is an important part of these events. Volunteers are a vital part of these functions and contribute many hours of work to make them successful.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      Aug. 23 - Master Gardener Meeting - Burke Co. Office Park. Aug. 29 - SEREC Field Day, Southeast Research & Education Center, Midville - 9:30 a.m. Aug. 30 - 2007 Southeast Georgia Beef Cattle Short Course, 8:30 a.m., Wayne County.
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Burke County 4-H Calendar Dates
      Aug. 22, 29 & 31 - Forestry Practice - Burke County Office Park - 3:30 p.m. Sept. 1 - Deadline for Georgia 4-H Jingle Contest. Sept. 5 - District Forestry Competition - Reidsville. Sept. 15 - Farm Fest - Waynesboro. Sept. 22 - State Forestry Competition - Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Eatonto...
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Recipes From Louise
By Louise McClain Special to The True Citizen
      With school beginning, the lazy days of summer are over. We are back to a fast-paced world. How do you make sure that your family is well-fed when time is limited? Don't settle for frozen dinners or fast food. These dishes are tasty, quick and easy. I'm sure your children will even enjoy helping p...
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