Latest Publications

  • What’s the “Beef” with Methane Emission and Cattle Production?

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    What’s the “Beef” with Methane Emission and Cattle Production?

    In recent years, global climate change has been one of the most frequently discussed scientific ideas in the popular press. Terms like “global warming” and “greenhouse gas” have been politicized with little discussion of what they really mean, shedding more heat than light on scientific discussions of changing climate. Concerns…

    Pam Knox and Jacob Segers

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  • Managing Endometritis in the Dairy Herd

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    Managing Endometritis in the Dairy Herd

    When it comes to managing a dairy herd, infections and inflammation of the cow’s uterus can have negative implications for animal welfare, milk production, and rebreeding capacity. Maintaining uterine health is essential for proper ovarian function and the creation of a uterine environment that is favorable for successful pregnancy. Although…

    Jillian Bohlen

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  • The New and Improved Chaste Tree

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    The New and Improved Chaste Tree

    Chaste tree (genus Vitex) is an ornamental with many desirable qualities for the urban landscape. It is a deciduous shrub to small tree proffering violet flowers, which are a magnet for pollinators, fragrant foliage, and excellent drought and deer tolerance. It’s not surprising that it has been touted as one…

    Carol Robacker, David Knauft, and Svoboda Pennisi

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  • UGA Programs for Controlling Ryegrass and Wild Radish in 2020-21 Wheat

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    UGA Programs for Controlling Ryegrass and Wild Radish in 2020-21 Wheat

    Ryegrass threatens Georgia wheat production as herbicide resistance has become very problematic. Aggressive resistant management programs must be implemented; ignoring this warning will ensure resistance that threatens long-term sustainability of grain production. Wild radish is the most problematic broadleaf weed infesting Georgia wheat. Wild radish seed pods often contaminate harvested grain,…

    Stanley Culpepper

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  • 2015 Georgia Corn Performance Tests

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    2015 Georgia Corn Performance Tests

    In this research report, the results of the 2015 corn performance trials are presented. Short-season and mid-season hybrids were planted at Tifton, Plains, and Midville in the Coastal Plain region, at Griffin in the Piedmont region, at Calhoun in the Limestone Valley region, and at Blairsville in the Mountain region.…

    James Day, John Gassett, Dustin Dunn, and Henry Jordan

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  • 2014’s Best New Plants from the Trial Gardens at the University of Georgia

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    2014’s Best New Plants from the Trial Gardens at the University of Georgia

    This publication showcases the plants that were awarded the “Classic City Award” in 2014.

    John Ruter, Meg Green, and Matthew Chappell

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  • 2013’s Best New Plants from the Trial Gardens at the University of Georgia

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    2013’s Best New Plants from the Trial Gardens at the University of Georgia

    This publication showcases the plants that were awarded the “Classic City Award” in 2013.

    John Ruter, Meg Green, and Matthew Chappell

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  • 2014 Georgia Cotton Research and Extension Report

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    2014 Georgia Cotton Research and Extension Report

    This publication contains a report of cotton research trials and Extension activity in Georgia for 2013-2014.

    W. Shurley, John Snider, and Wesley Porter

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