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Cover crops for farm and garden
As a bountiful harvest empties our fields and gardens, and fills our wheelbarrows and pickup beds with fresh fruits and veggies, growers wonder what to do with the newly vacant space.
Growers join in effort to make a splash in hydroponics industry
Ohio and Michigan hydroponic growers are joining forces and form Great Lakes Hydroponic Association and Marketing Cooperative – the only association of its kind in the Midwest.
Fast-growing vegetables for the impatient gardener
While tomatoes, peppers and watermelons require long growing seasons, many other fruits and vegetables grow much faster. Learn which varieties grow quickly.
What is hugelkultur gardening?
Somewhat related to raised beds, learn what the hugelkultur gardening technique is.
How to avoid common problems growing vegetables in containers
There are common pitfalls gardeners encounter when using containers to grow vegetables. Learn more about common mistakes and try to avoid them this summer.
Weeds gone wild: How to control weeds naturally
After weeks of battling weeds, by June gardeners are tempted to throw in the hat. Tools, natural herbicides, mulch and cover crops can help control weeds.
Champion ham record falls at W.Va. 4-H/FFA auction
Nelson’s Custom Meats smashed the record for price paid for the Grand Champion Ham at the 26th Annual Putnam-Lincoln County FFA and 4-H Ham, Bacon and Egg Show and Sale.
Midwest farmers, scout your fields early and often
A warmer-than-usual winter and wet spring in the Midwest means crop pests, diseases and weeds have a head start.
Nothing to sneeze at: Earthworms blamed for spread of giant ragweed
LAWRENCE, Kan. — Scientists have discovered that “underground gardening” by earthworms is contributing to the spread of giant ragweed, a plant that causes sneezes and sniffles and is one of the nation’s most irritating weeds. “Earthworms help ragweed thrive by systematically collecting and burying its seeds in their burrows,” said weed ecologist Emilie Regnier of
Prolong the shelf life of produce
As gardeners, overplanting is a common problem, and it’s a struggle to get the longest life out of the harvest. Use these tips to get the most out of yours.
