and early June displaying fluffy, white seed heads 2-8 inches in length. It spreads through windblown seeds and underground rhizomes. The most distinguishable feature of the grass is its dense, sharp, pointed rhizome root system. The grass turns golden brown following frost. For more information visit http:// tinyurl.com/gfccogongrass or contact GFC Forest Health Program Coordinator Chip Bates at 912-536-7544.
WE, THE FARMERS from page 2 meat and dairy can play in a healthy diet, GFB is urging USDA and HHS to restore the positive nutritional statements about these products that have been included in dietary guidelines of the past. Meat provides us with zinc, iron and protein. All three of these nutrients support our immune systems. Dairy foods are naturally nutrient-rich, unlike many of the other drinks on the dairy aisle that have nutrients added. Milk naturally provides calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, Vitamins A, D, B12, riboflavin and niacin.
Numerous studies have shown that cuts of lean meat and low-fat or fat-free dairy products can be part of a healthy diet. Dietary guidelines should be based on the health and nutritional benefits food provides consumers, not on a political agenda. You can learn more about this issue on page 14. I was raised to believe that the words of the Bible reveal the truth about life, and if I study its words prayerfully I will discover the answers to all of life’s questions. The New King James Version of the
Bible tells us in Genesis 9:3: Every moving thing that lives shall be food for you. I have given you all things, even as the green herbs. In Genesis 9 God made numerous promises to Noah and his family including their dietary guidelines. All things God created are good and his words are the truth that never changes. So when you ask me and my family, “What’s for Dinner?” the answer is “BEEF!” I thank God for giving us the truth. God Bless!
Take advantage of special member rates on new or used motorcycles, boats, all terrain and recreational vehicles. • Up to 100% financing* • Same low rate for new and used* • Flexible payment terms up to 72 months For details, contact your Farm Bureau agent or visit farmbureaubank.com. * Existing Farm Bureau Bank recreational vehicles excluded from this offer. Rates and financing are limited to vehicle models 2005 and newer and subject to change without notice. All loans are subject to credit approval, verification, and collateral evaluation. The minimum loan amount is $5,000. Non-member rates may be 1-3% higher than posted rates. Loans for RVs, motorcycles, trailers, ATVs, watercraft and commercial vehicles may be 0.50% higher than vehicle loan rates. This offer if not available in all states and rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Farm Bureau Bank does not finance totaled, rebuilt or salvaged vehicles. Banking services provided by Farm Bureau Bank, FSB.
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Photo by James H. Miller, USDA Forest Service
Cogongrass, a highly invasive weed, has been identified in 56 counties across Georgia. To stop the spread of cogongrass, the Georgia Forestry Commission is offering free spraying to help landowners eradicate the weed. Landowners are urged to survey their property, especially pine woodlands, for this weed that chokes out other ground vegetation. Cogongrass flowers between late March
Photo by Chris Evans, bugwood.org
Forestry Commission offers free spraying to eradicate cogongrass
Georgia Neighbors • Spring 2015