In the Furrow
Warm Welcome to Burke County
Peyton Sapp County Extension Coordinator
      I have been working in Burke County for one week and have been warmly received. I can already say I appreciate the support that you show for the Cooperative Extension program.
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Home & Garden Tips
Tips for the Landscape and Garden
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      Well-decomposed compost is an excellent soil amendment. One to three inches of compost applied to the soil surface and incorporated into the top 10 inches will result in a 10 percent to 30 percent increase in organic matter.
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Family & Consumer Science News
Beware of Unsafe Food Preservation Information
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      Each summer, I receive a number of calls regarding home food preservation, commonly just referred to as "canning" or "putting up food." Many calls are made in preparation for canning, but the really tough questions come after canning when someone realizes they have made a mistake.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      Aug. 20 - Southeast Research & Education Center Field Day, Southeast Research & Education Center, Midville, Georgia, Registration begins at 9 a.m., lunch will be served. Aug.
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Recipes From Louise
By Louise McClain Special to The True Citizen
      Cooking shouldn't keep you from enjoying outdoor, summertime activities. The following recipes will help you prepare those meals but in less time, so that you can enjoy the summer with your family.
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