With better growth and less height, stalks are denser and stronger than standard corn. Anchoring into the soil increases with ...

Planting in neat rows makes cultivation and harvesting easier, making it the recommended method. Space rows four to ten ...

One of the great aspects of farmers’ markets is the direct connection between producers and customers. Shoppers can ask ...

Careful timing ensures crops can handle a little heat. But recently, sudden heat waves and long-lasting ones in already warm regions have become more common, with predictions saying there’s more to ...

The most effective modes of controlling pests on a farm do not involve pesticides. In fact, the best control is prevention. Integrated pest management is an important way to keep pest pressure down ...

The ancient practice of harvesting bile from bears means over 25,000 bears are currently in captivity in China and Vietnam.

by Lindsay Campbell · September 23, 2019 Farm How One California Farmer Built an Online Tool to Address Food Waste ...

Integrated pest management methods encourage attracting and hosting beneficial insect predators that keep common pests at bay. Learn how to draw them in and keep them on the farm! While spraying ...

Learn about the flowers you should plant along your vegetable garden!

On paper, people often say that plants need just a few things to grow well: light, water, and nutrients often top the list. But when you dive into the complexities that exist in living ecosystems, you ...

Beekeepers have a lot to think about when it comes to the safety of their hives. Everything from climate change to proper nutrition is on the list for consistent checks and monitoring. Not all outside ...

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