Happy New Year, listeners! In this episode, we dive into one of the toughest New Year’s resolutions: improving time management. Joined by Travis Mountain, UGA Cooperative Extension specialist in financial planning, we break down 10 practical strategies from the popular UGA Extension publication 10 Strategies for Better Time Management. From tracking how you spend your time to delegating tasks and conquering procrastination, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you make the most of 2025.

Resources:

• 10 Strategies for Better Time Management (UGA Cooperative Extension publication)
• Travis Mountain's faculty profile
• UGA Extension publications by Travis Mountain
• UGA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

Content from CAES:

• Free your mind and space from clutter in the new year

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Managing a hub of innovation is no small feat, but for Eric Elsner, superintendent of the J. Phil Campbell Research and Education Center, itâ s a daily opportunity to make an impact. In this episode, Eric shares how he oversees multidisciplinary research projects designed to tackle real-world challenges Georgia farmers face. From managing collaborative studies to supporting student workers in unique hands-on learning experiences, Eric highlights how the center serves as a bridge between cutting-edge science, practical Extension work and the farming community. Join us as we explore his passion for fostering connections between research, education and community-building and how the centerâ s efforts are shaping a stronger future for agriculture in Georgia.

Resources:

• CAES Research and Education Centers
• J. Phil Campbell REC
• Finding UGA Cooperative Extension County offices
• Oconee County Extension office

Content from UGA/CAES:

• Photo and video from tour of J. Phil Campbell REC cotton harvest
• Superintendent builds upon mission at research and education center (feature story)

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Produced by Jordan Powers and Emily Cabrera
Edited by Jordan Powers
Music and sound effects by Mason McClintock, an Athens-based singer, songwriter and storyteller who creates innovative soul-pop music that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Hailing from small-town Southeast Georgia, Mason's influences range from the purest pop to the most powerful gospel. Mason is a former Georgia 4-H'er and University of Georgia graduate! Listen to his music on Spotify.

Almanac is an annual publication that provides a window into the work being done at CAES to make the world increasingly healthy, equitable and sustainable. We are pleased to announce that the 2024 edition is now available online. Explore stories of science in service of humanity and the environment.

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In this episode, weâ re joined by Bethany Harris, director of the Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture, to discuss her vision for the center as it works to meet the growing needs of urban agriculture in Georgia. As cities across the state expand, so does the need for innovative agricultural practices that support sustainable growth and resilient communities. Harris shares how the center is driving collaboration and research across various disciplines to tackle these challenges head-on while supporting future academic programming that will open educational and career pathways for students eager to shape the future of urban agriculture. Tune in to learn how the Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture is working to redefine agricultureâ s role in urban areas, building a foundation for thriving cities and a sustainable future.

Resources:

• Georgia Center for Urban Agriculture
• UGA Food Product Innovation & Commercialization Center (FoodPIC)
• UGA Griffin Campus
• UGA Turf Team
• Controlled Environment Agriculture at UGA

Content from CAES:

• Taking Control of the future of agriculture (immersive story)
• From jellyfish to pomegranates: Revolutionizing food processing in Georgia (podcast)

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Produced by Jordan Powers and Emily Cabrera
Edited by Jordan Powers
Music and sound effects by Mason McClintock, an Athens-based singer, songwriter and storyteller who creates innovative soul-pop music that transcends traditional genre boundaries. Hailing from small-town Southeast Georgia, Mason's influences range from the purest pop to the most powerful gospel. Mason is a former Georgia 4-H'er and University of Georgia graduate! Listen to his music on Spotify.

Almanac is an annual publication that provides a window into the work being done at CAES to make the world increasingly healthy, equitable and sustainable. We are pleased to announce that the 2024 edition is now available online. Explore stories of science in service of humanity and the environment.

Get social with us!
Follow CAES on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn and check out UGA Extension on on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn for the latest updates.