In the Furrow
Herbicide Resistant Pigweed a Continuing Problem
By Peyton Sapp County Extension Coordinator
      No one knows better than farmers that herbicide resistant pigweed continues to be one of the most probl ematic weeds we have ever seen. The herbicide resistance issue did not pop up overnight, nor will we get rid of the problem in short order.
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Burke County Agricultural Calendar of Events
      Aug. 9 - Washington County Wildlife Trade Show & Extravaganza, Washington Co. Farm Bureau Ag Center, Tennille. For more information contact the Washington Co. Extension office at 478-552-2011. Aug. 13 - Agrosecurity Awareness Training - Vineville Methodist Church, Macon, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., This tra...
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Home & Garden Tips
It's Chinch Bugs Time Again in the County
By Roosevelt McWilliams County Extension Agent
      Our lawns are having a tough time these days. Many have seen beautiful, green lawns give way to large dead patches. There are several things that may be causing these problems. Most common issues, disease and thatch build-up, can be best managed through proper maintenance. Chinch bugs, another ...
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Family & Consumer Science News
Helpful Homework Hints
By Terri Black County Extension Agent
      A new school year is beginning. If you are a parent, you know that students will begin to come home with one homework assignment after another. Res earch shows that doing homework is a surefire way to promote academic success. Parents can help by being interested and involved and by providing s...
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