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Recent CAES News

UGA plant pathologist Bhabesh Dutta examines onion seedlings in research facilities on the UGA Tifton campus. CAES News
New “onion devourer” bacteria found by UGA researchers Posted on 11/29/21 by Leonor Sierra
University of Georgia researchers have identified a new species of bacteria, which they have named Pseudomonas alliivorans — from “allium vorans,” which translates as onion devourer or eater.
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16 must-haves to support local Ag Dawgs this holiday season Posted on 11/26/21 by Leslie Matos
Consider supporting the endeavors and small businesses of College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences alumni — and forgo the rush and bare shelves you may find during this year's Black Friday sales.
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Outstanding CAES alumni recognized in 2022 Bulldog 100 Posted on 11/23/21 by Leslie Matos
Nine University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences alumni businesses were included in the 2022 Bulldog 100, a list that celebrates the 100 fastest-growing organizations owned or operated by UGA alumni.
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Upcoming CAES Events

The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program offers awards of up to $5,000 to Pell Grant recipients participating in Study Abroad programs. Learn more about eligibility requirements and how to apply!
Dec 02
3:00PM - 4:00PM Virtual Gilman Scholarship Info Session https://zoom.us/j/94588422048
8:45 – 9:00 Dutta/Sparks Introduction and bookkeeping 9:00 – 10:00 Sparks/Riley Insect pest management presentations and discussion 10:00 – 11:00 Dutta Disease Management presentation and discussion 11:00 – 11:30 Deltsidis Post-harvest handling of produce 11:30 - Noon McAvoy Introduction and program direction, Vegetable Horticulture 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 1:45 Coolong/ Ferrarezi Introduction of new faculty member with research/teaching program in controlled environment production; Available resources and discussion of greenhouse/control environment production of vegetables 1:45 – 2:00 Brock Disease clinic – what we do and how to submit samples 2:00 – 2:30 Open Discussion
Dec 03
8:45AM - 2:30PM County Agent Training – Vegetable Production NESPAL Seminar Room, Tifton, GA
Join as Dean Place reviews CAES accomplishments from the last year and shares goals for 2022. Registration is required to attend this public event. 
Dec 08
8:30AM - 9:45AM 2021 State of the College
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