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Invasive plants and insects have long been an issue for the agricultural industry, but they are wreaking havoc now more than ever. The agricultural industry could lose billions in crop yield if invasives continue to...

If you’re anything like most of us, you’re busy–and likely forgetful! Succulents are the perfect green companions for normal, busy people. They have the ability to brighten any indoor space, even if you have the ten...

Valuing all contributors in the garden It is easy to focus on plants, the largest inhabitants of our gardens, as the most vital and important component of the system. But there is so much more below the soil that d...

If you own a garden or small farm, you no doubt know the benefit of giving plants access to good quality soil. While your soil type plays a significant role in how well your plants develop–for example, clay and sand...

There are few endeavors more rewarding than growing your own food and flowers from scratch. While most people start their plants from seed in the spring, sowing them directly into the ground, or from seedlings purch...

There are a number of traditions associated with St. Patrick’s Day. People are expected to wear green, adorn themselves with shamrocks, and enjoy some green beer (or at the very least, corned beef) even if they aren...

If you enjoy farming or gardening, even at a small scale, you likely already know the many benefits of composting. Compost offers great fertilizer for your garden in the spring, and is a great way to reduce househol...

Easter is celebrated on a different date each year. Even though it’s supposed to be a Christian holiday that celebrates the end of Lent and the day that Jesus rose from the dead, it’s also filled with candy, Easter...

The days are getting longer and the ground is getting warmer. If you’re like most of us, your fingers are itching to get back out there in the dirt and start gardening. However, with several weeks–months, in some a...

It can be tempting to try to hurry your seedlings along by planting them directly into the garden once the soil has warmed and the danger of frost has diminished. However, it’s important that you give your plants pl...