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https://uncgsustainability.wordpress.com/2013/02/20/student-garden-club/ | 2018-06-21T10:35:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267864139.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20180621094633-20180621114633-00041.warc.gz | 0.984176 | 108 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__163607961 | en | The Student Garden Club is hosting an event on February 27th in Graham 213 at 5:30
Pat and Brian Bush from Handance Farm in Reidsville, NC will be speaking about their small-scale farming system on Wednesday, February 27 at 5:30 in Graham 423. They are full-time farmers who are ladybug friendly and have been so for over 20 years. They sell their fresh farm products at the Greensboro Curbside Market and have operated a CSA for at least 17 years. Come hear their story. | agronomy |
http://www.tsbreview.com/flamingo-horticulture-sustainable-horticulture-in-africa/ | 2020-05-28T12:04:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347396089.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20200528104652-20200528134652-00490.warc.gz | 0.957805 | 1,472 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__69394600 | en | The continent of Africa, with its rich diversity of climates and terrains, has the potential to become a major global food basket in the years ahead. The advent of new agricultural systems, increasing investment and improving yields means that it can look forward to much fuller harvests in the future than was ever possible in years gone by.
Leading the charge in this endeavour is Kenya’s Flamingo Horticulture, a vertically integrated agribusiness, which provides its customers with the highest quality output and best practice in the food supply chain. In total, it produces and supplies the EU with 26 million kg of vegetables per annum from its operations in Kenya and South Africa – making it one of the trade bloc’s largest food suppliers.
In addition to food produce and herbs, the company is active in the growing, processing, marketing and distribution of sustainably produced roses and other cut flowers. These flowers are supplied to most of the UK’s leading retailers as well as international customers across the globe, continuing to expand to meet its customers’ demand.
What emerges then is the perfect case study for how a small regional player in Kenya in East Africa can become a world leader with no compromises made on sustainability.
Extensive Operations and third party network
Having been founded in Kenya in 1982, Flamingo Horticulture can still claim to be a relatively young company. However, the scale of its own operations and third party network across the globe would be the admiration of many firms which have been much older, providing testament to the quality of output of the firm since its foundation.
For Flamingo Horticulture, becoming a world leader in its field was a combination of organic growth and acquisitions. Its supply chain is balanced between its own large-scale professional farms in Kenya and South Africa and long-term sourcing partnerships with a global network of vertically integrated third party suppliers and out growers.
This scale allows it to offer year-round high-quality produce. For example, it is the world’s largest added-value producer and exporter of flowers, delivering over 780m stems per annum. Over a third of these are grown on the company’s own farms in Africa before being distributed to the UK and continental Europe.
Those farms are located in Kenya (near Mt. Kenya and Lake Naivasha) and South Africa (close to Johannesburg). Combined, they provide close to 2,000 hectares of growing space. Around 90% of this land is located in Kenya, whose high-altitude location near the equator offers ideal growing conditions for flowers and vegetables with consistent temperatures and regular rainfall.
At a time when obesity is reaching alarming levels in the west, Flamingo Produce is one of the largest global suppliers of fresh premium and freshly prepared seasonal vegetables. It sources and processes around 26 million kg for the UK retail market alone, around a quarter of which are grown on Flamingo-owned farms in Africa.
Sustainable, from the field to the dinner table
As the company itself notes, when it began operations almost 40 years ago, it made a commitment to sustainability and as the firm expanded, and ultimately became global, its sustainable practices also expanded. Its customers aren’t just looking for high-quality produce anymore – now it has to be sustainably produced, sourced and distributed. 538
As a large agricultural business – and an integral part of a wider network of businesses – Flamingo Horticulture understands that it is intimately linked to the natural environment and has a keen grasp of the volatility, uncertainty, complex and ambiguous factors (VUCA) that affect its operations and those of its partners.
It top line sustainability commitments are guided by its business pillars of freedom, integrity, responsibility, mutuality, innovation and quality. These values reflect on its initiatives in areas into several different categories to which it pays special attention: water management, energy conservation, environmental projects, worker welfare, community projects and CSR.
The range of sustainable measures taken by Flamingo Horticulture is beyond the scope of this article such is its breadth. However, highlights include the sustainable capture, cleaning, storage and recycling of its water – owning the largest water storage capacity in Kenya – as well as pioneering the use of wetland schemes in Kenya which has benefitted local farmers.
Its environmental projects include reforestation in Kenya; in worker welfare, it is a leader in gender equality, training and development schemes for staff and health awareness training (in areas such as HIV and malaria, for example); finally, in the community, it contributes to projects involving hospitals, clinics, schools and those which promote fair trade.
A global network of partners
Flamingo Horticulture’s most prominent suppliers reflect the importance of Kenya to its overall operations. Nearly all of its principal suppliers are local Kenyan firms which Flamingo can depend on 365 days a year to fulfill the standards it strives for – both in terms of operations and sustainability.
These include Greenlife Kenya, which works with Flamingo on crop protection; Blackwood Hodge (Kenya), which provides the generators for much of the Flamingo operations; Elgon Kenya, which provides the technology required to scale up; and the East African Packing Industry and Packing Industries Limited, which have the considerable logistical task of ensuring all the produce at its source in Kenya, before being sent all over the globe.
In addition, Flamingo complements its own supply from Kenya and South Africa with produce from its partners around the world, guaranteeing a year-round supply of the highest quality to its customers. All of its partners operate under the firm’s Preferred Partner Programme and continue to play an important part in the Flamingo Horticulture success story.
A country-by-country basis shows Flamingo’s reach. Its partnerships with other growers and distributors give it access to the UK, Poland, Tanzania, Peru, Japan, Australia and other countries. Among these partners are global leaders of the horticulture industry, including AAA Growers, Beta Complejo Agroindustrial, Cobrey, and Love My Chillies.
Catering to an urbanized world
As the world becomes ever more urbanized, and people become further removed from rural areas, the more we depend on companies to guarantee that the food we consume is both high quality and sustainable. Thanks to companies like Flamingo Horticulture, we can rest assured that these concerns are catered for.
The firm has made a number of investments over the last couple of years which will be integrated and will allow it to continue its story. These include a recent investment of $2.4m into Dudutech, a biological pesticide manufacturer in Kenya and the acquisition of the Butters Group in the UK late last year, giving it a bigger footprint in that country’s flower market.
With companies like Flamingo Horticulture on its doorstep, Africa can look forward to a future of sustainable food production. A new generation of farmers is emerging which is trained in the ways of one of the world’s leaders in sustainable agriculture, and that can only be a good thing as Africa looks to build on its huge progress over the past two decades. | agronomy |
http://lidiasitaly.com/recipes/detail/1209 | 2015-08-31T00:32:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-35/segments/1440644065464.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20150827025425-00080-ip-10-171-96-226.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.954619 | 202 | CC-MAIN-2015-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-35__0__159986053 | en | Corn is a food from the New World—it only came to Italy after the discovery of the Americas. But you could never tell the people from the region of Friuli-Venezia–Giulia, the region I hail from, that polenta is not Friulian. So much so that the Friulianos are called polentoni, polenta eaters, much like the Tuscans are called mangia fagioli, beans eaters. Corn is a plant that yields a lot of fruit in relation to the land and attention it needs, and with hunger always prevalent in that area of Italy, corn became a staple in feeding the people and the animals. Soon there were daily cauldrons of polenta cooking in the fogolars, the open hearths of Friuli.
8 cups water, or as needed
2 fresh or dried bay leaves
1 tablespoon coarse salt, or as needed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1½ cups coarse yellow corn meal | agronomy |
https://indianafarmexpo.com/private-applicator-recertification-program-to-be-held-at-december-farm-show/ | 2019-05-20T01:06:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232255251.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20190520001706-20190520023706-00460.warc.gz | 0.941247 | 522 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__186901301 | en | The Indiana Farm Equipment and Technology Expo has announced it will feature a Certified Private Applicator Recertification Program during its event December 11-13 2018 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Beginning Thursday December 13 at 1pm, Purdue Cooperative Extension will present this vital training program right on the exhibit floor of the West Pavilion. The training will include presentations by: Jason Ackerson, Purdue Agronomy Department – Soil Testing Basics; John Scott, Purdue Extension Digital Extension Coordinator – The Use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones) in Field Scouting; and Austin Pearson, Extension Educator, Purdue Extension – Tipton County – Utilizing Precision Ag to Comply With Setbacks.
This program has been approved as a Private Applicator Recertification Program. CCHs for Commercial Applicators and CEU’s for Certified Crop Advisors have been requested. The cost is $10 for those seeking pesticide credit. Make checks payable to: “Purdue Tipton CES.” Attendees must also bring a copy of their license with them. Registration for the program will begin at 1pm.
Attendees are encouraged to come early and enjoy the exhibits at the Expo. There will be many new products as well as demonstrations of cutting-edge technology in production agriculture. The seminar session that morning will cover farmers talking about how they are using technology in their operations and include special presentations on cover crops and soil health. A free lunch is being served that day for all those who register for the Expo. Pre-registration for the Expo can be done at www.indianafarmexpo.com
About the Indiana Farm Equipment and Technology Expo
The December farm show formerly known as the Indiana-Illinois Farm Equipment and Outdoor Power Show was acquired by Midwest Ag Events, LLC in January 2018.The redesigned event will showcase new products, technology, and services and will draw top producers from across the Midwest. To date, over 130 companies have committed to being at the event. An expanded line up of seminars and live demonstrations will provide attendees with new ideas and products to farm more profitably in 2019. This is the only, truly Indiana farm show, with Purdue Extension, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, the Indiana Conservation Partnership, Indiana FFA, the Indiana State Fair, the Indiana Cropping Systems Initiative, Hoosier Ag Today, and Farm World Newspaper all participating in the event.
Contact Exhibitor Contact
Gary Truitt Toni Hodson
317-247-9360 1-800-876-5133 ext. 280 | agronomy |
http://usa.advini.com/en/portfolio/wines/128 | 2017-11-18T02:52:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934804518.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20171118021803-20171118041803-00628.warc.gz | 0.905741 | 350 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__137140231 | en | Domaine Laroche owns 9.96 of the 35.66 hectares of Vaudevey vineyard. Planted on the steep slope on Kimmeridgian soil with an East/ South exposure, vines grow with sun in the morning and early afternoon sun. They are protected from excessive heat, and mature slowly, delivering delicate flavours. From year to year, Vaudevey wines exhibit an exceptionnal finesse.
Whole bunches are collected in a pneumatic press, then 12 hours settling at 12 to 15°C in specially designed wide tanks – these accelerate the natural settling process. 2 weeks of fermentation at 17°C. 15% in oak barrel, 85% in stainless steel.
9 months. 15% in oak barrel, 85% in stainless steel.
Minimum filtration to preserve and maximise the natural character of the wine.
Palate: Real brightness in Vaudevey. This wine is all made of stony minerality and delicate fruit combined to a iodine-like aroma from the ageing on fine lees.
Enjoy with oysters, smoked salmon and mature cheese.
After a dry and cold winter, spring was unusually warm. This weather encouraged plant growth and fruit setting, in perfect health conditions. Significant effort has been put in the vineyard all the year through,and our organic approach of viticulture seems to have had a positive impact on the quality of the grapes.
Wines have complex aroma of citrus with chalky minerality. Grape ripeness was achieved, without any excess of weight or overripe aroma. Finish on the palate is always long, pungent and mineral.
International Wine Challenge
Chablis Premier Cru AOP
French Oak Barrels | agronomy |
http://lego.cuusoo.com/ideas/view/53308 | 2014-04-17T06:43:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1397609526311.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20140416005206-00150-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.92828 | 123 | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-15__0__143804016 | en | This is a small set a white tractor and two implements the red implement is a fertiliser and the green is a seeder.
The tractor is able to pull trailers and lift farm implements at the rear or the front the weight at the front is removable, so it can take different attachments.
What do you get in the set.
1. White tractor
1. Red fertiliser
1. Green and grey seed drill
1. Front weight
1. Farmer i would have a new man in ripped or dirty overalls in red.
I would put this set around £25-£35 | agronomy |
https://ramezbaassiri.com/2019/04/09/treating-your-family-business-like-a-garden/ | 2021-10-21T23:06:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585449.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20211021230549-20211022020549-00122.warc.gz | 0.969462 | 499 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__239296560 | en | I often use the analogy of tending a garden as it relates to business. Consider your assets, both tangible and intangible, as the abounding flora you choose to plant in the garden of your life. What you wish to harvest from it determines what you need to plant. You plant different seeds to reach different goals, and each type of plant needs different kinds of nurturing and comes to fruition at different times. When allowed to wither and die, untended assets can end a multigenerational family business. But when nurtured, they can be the very reason for a generation’s survival into the next cycle of family business.
Each of us is given a plot of land—life—to garden, grow on, and cultivate as we will. Look at your plot of land as a starting point that could be made into anything. You will learn as you go, and as you plant more seeds, you may find that you are better at growing some things than others, that other plants grow better here or there – through this experience you’ll evolve and grow as well.
Some seeds may be harvested in the short term, while others may take years to mature, such as wisdom and patience. Each part of the garden – in your personal life and in business – will need to be nurtured in different ways; how you accomplish that will be unique and different than someone else’s.
No matter what type of garden you grow or what challenges you confront, you have to put in effort and time. You have to work in the blazing hot sun and the rain, go through the seasons and learn from each of them, and you will have to understand what each and every one of your plants requires and keep up with them.
Flowers may bloom for a season and be gone forever, others may last years, but one day they’ll, too, return to the earth, so you must plan for it and plant always. In that sense, you are constantly reinventing and updating yourself. It’s an effort, but it teaches us patience and appreciation and to wait for things that need a little more time.
You don’t get a twenty-foot-tall tree in a day, but if you’re willing to put the work in and get started today, you’ll be that much closer to having one down the road—if not for you, then for the next down the line. | agronomy |
https://www.muckbootcompany.com/blogs/farm/winter-is-coming-yes-always-but-first-fall/ | 2024-04-16T04:22:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817043.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416031446-20240416061446-00301.warc.gz | 0.962002 | 967 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__135978247 | en | If you’ve ever had the misfortune to attempt communication with a farmer in summer you will know from experience that emails will not be returned, dinner invitations rarely accepted, phone messages left unlistened. You’ll have to go there, to the farm, track down the farmer while she is methodically, insistently, wordlessly working through her day, and talk at her while she labors. If you don’t want to upset her, or if you need something from her, you best grab a fork and shovel the poop alongside her, or grab the fence reel to keep it slack and then taught, or fall to your knees in the warm dirt and start weeding. Summer is not for idol visitors on the farm. Summer -specifically in Vermont- waits for no woman, no man, no beast. It eats up the days and months greedily spilling its warmth and rain over the land. Dishing life-sustaining nutrients it to snow-wearied beasts, plants, and humans. The farmer can’t stop for a chat.
Just as soon as it begins it feels like it is over. In some parts of Vermont, like the one I’m writing to you from, the last frost is at the tail end of May and the first one can attack as early as mid September. One time in recent memory, unforgivably, it hit at the end of August. We morbidly joke that summer actually only lasts 4 weeks, from July 4th to August 4th. Which is why I’m writing to you about summer, in the first week of September. Finally at a time in the season where I have the luxury of sitting still for 20 minutes to answer 2 emails that have been pending since June. Plus, it’s been raining all morning and the rains are getting a little cold for working straight through.
Summer was fierce here. If you asked me for specifics my eyes would glaze as my mind tried furiously to remember what happened. Though farming is quite physical, it doesn’t make it thoughtless. When rural life is labeled as simple I feel bristly defensive. I’ve never met a more complicated life than the rural one. A life where your heat, your food, your furred and feathered tenants are wholly dependent on you and your labor 365 days a year. That work never stops, it changes daily and with nuance leaving the farmer meticulously planning every morning to use every sunlit hour and by lunch she is frantically problem solving over a harried sandwich as the day never once has gone the way she intended. This year we raised a bigger garden than we ever had, grew more pigs than this land has ever known, and planted our first commercial scale crop. So, summer was fierce, I can’t give you more of a descriptive than that.
We are in the final days of the season here. We have at least 10 days, but probably something closer to 3 weeks before the first frost. I hesitate to write that here, it sounds greedy, immodest, and something akin to bad luck. I’m not superstitious by nature but when it comes to weather and our mortal, futile attempts to control it, I give fully to superstitions, to good luck charms, to a constant deference and humility to the weather gods. No matter the exact date of the impending frost we are already changing gears. Switching our bodies and minds from growing to harvest. The cows are making their penultimate rotation on pastures, the gardens are being emptied of tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, beans, all of the crops that require kinder latitudes to continue. Funneling them from the garden, to baskets, to the large stainless pots, then into jars, and onto cellar shelving.
Each September we wonder if we really can eat a jar of dilly beans every week (we can, we will). Each year some crop goes into the cellar only to rot and mold in the obscurity of a dark and dank corner. Every year not enough of something deemed vital was put away. The animals that we do not carry through to spring are also harvested, specifically here the ducks and the chickens. This year will see our first hemp harvest, along with 450 other farmers in Vermont who are growing the crop for the first time. The hay is all put away, second cut was two weeks ago now. The firewood has been curing for months, inching closer to the house, warming our reluctant and sweaty selves each time we move it. Slowly the farm’s scope narrows. Winter is coming, yes, always, but first fall and so begins the season of putting everything and everyone away before the snow flies. | agronomy |
https://www.ot-maurice.com/study-my-understanding-of-7/ | 2021-07-27T22:32:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153491.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20210727202227-20210727232227-00603.warc.gz | 0.942933 | 524 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__294453292 | en | Attributes Of A Lawn Sprinkler Repair Firm
Watering the lawn is one of the things you should do to ensure that it is evergreen. A lawn that is taken good care of improves the appearance of a home. Watering the lawn every day can be a frantic task, especially if it has occupied a big space. Well, to avoid such hassle, you should buy a lawn sprinkler. Also, the grass will be healthy as the water is in plenty. The sprinkler should be handled with care to avoid breaking. Suppose you realize that the sprinkler is not functioning, you should take it for repair services. A lawn sprinkler repair firm will fix it for you. The points below can be of help when looking for a lawn sprinkler repair firm.
You can only find a good lawn sprinkler repair firm by doing thorough research. It is indispensable to look for lawn repair companies in your locality. It is important to consult about the services offered in various lawn sprinkler service companies. Either way, you can ask co-workers, allies, and family members to give you recommendations of the best lawn sprinkler repair firms. Looking for a lawn repair service company online is good as you will not spend much time.
Secondly, you should meet the stakeholders of the lawn sprinkler repair company. Meeting the managers is a sage idea as you will be in a position to interview them.
During the session, ensure you ask the managers about the authorization of the lawn sprinkler repair company. Information about the authorization of the lawn sprinkler repair agency is important as you will confirm whether the company has met all the requirements to offer the services. Hiring a licensed lawn sprinkler repair firm is a great idea.
Reliability is a vital factor to consider when choosing a lawn sprinkler repair agency. Before signing up, ensure you confirm whether it is a company that can be at your service any time you need services. To avoid any problems, you should opt for a lawn sprinkler repair agency that operates 24/7.
Experience of the lawn sprinkler repair company always counts. It is inherent to look at the portfolio of the lawn sprinkler repair agency prior to making an informed decision. The portfolios have names of people who have entrusted the lawn sprinkler repair agency. Information about the period your prospective lawn sprinkler repair company has provided the services is also found on the portfolio. Selecting a lawn sprinkler repair firm that has offered the services to many clients for the last five years is the right one to select.
5 Takeaways That I Learned About
Tips for The Average Joe | agronomy |
https://www.ecocostsvalue.com/true-cost-accounting/internalities/ | 2021-01-19T18:09:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703519600.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20210119170058-20210119200058-00786.warc.gz | 0.938704 | 110 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__280348559 | en | Figure 6.4a. The Flow of pesticides in the food chain
The fact that pesticides are an invisible threat, especially pollution via the air, makes the consumer extra alert (Hofmann, 2020). The importance of direct field measurements is underlined by the fact that spreading of pesticides is a terrible complex issue that is influenced by many variables, so that theoretical calculations are inherently not very accurate (Fantke, Jolliet, 2016).
A special problem in calculations on pesticide flows is the decay time of the product (depending of many | agronomy |
https://www.madfig.com.au/grdc-updates-merredin/ | 2024-02-26T07:24:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474653.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226062606-20240226092606-00076.warc.gz | 0.881683 | 99 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__41203247 | en | Grain growers in Western Australia are invited to attend this one day Research Update event.
February 28th Merredin Regional Lesuire Centre
9:00 am Registrations open
Roger Mandel- Weed control strategies for pre- emergent and post emergent control of weeds- what we know now and what we need to do?
Wayne Parker and Bindi Isbister- Deep Ripping on Heavy soils- wins and learnings.
Plus many, many more…. | agronomy |
http://www.mxbagroinputs.com/about-us/ | 2023-12-08T07:10:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100724.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208045320-20231208075320-00712.warc.gz | 0.90721 | 513 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__197669698 | en | B R KEDAR (Former Regional business Manager, E I DuPont ) -Worked in most of the parts of Maharashtra. Innovative, creative, results driven business leader, with 22 years of experience in the agriculture industry since 1995,. A proactive manager, team leader, ability to manage multiple projects. Recognized for long lasting Channel and Customer business relationships. Understands customer needs and opportunities to take the business to new level.
MAHESH KASHID (Former Area Sales Manager, E I DuPont) Experienced leader, ,with 14 years of experience in Agriculture Industry since 2000. Ability to take new challenges for business growth. Aggressive, team builder ,have excellent business relationships with trade network. Have expertise in Crop management practices for higher and quality yield of fruits and Vegetable crops.
Worked in most of the parts of Maharashtra, MP, Gujarat & Karnataka
MXB AGRO INPUTS PVT LTD is a agricultural inputs company, headquartered at Pune in Maharashtra, India.
Our product portfolio includes agro-inputs like Organic products, Speciality fertilizers, Foliar fertilizers, Water soluble fertilizers, Micronutrients, Bio stimulants and soil conditioners. We mainly cater to the agriculture and horticulture industry by providing high quality products that aid plant nutrition at reasonable prices.
We have an extensive distribution network in Fruits & Vegetable markets of Maharashtra.
Our products are Imported & manufactured under strict supervision with stringent quality controls. We have an in-house product development team for continuous improvement and development of new products.
Our business partners are based in all major Markets and are trained in crop management practices to support farmers for increasing quantity and quality of the harvest.
To provide reliable supply of high quality Agro Inputs to deliver higher crops yields, more nutritious foods and to support growers & those who take care of our environment. We believe that by working together with our customers for sustainable agriculture and healthy environment, we can find better ways to improve the quantity and quality and sustainability to address demanding challenges of the world’s food supply.
To be science base solutions Provider Company to meet agriculture challenges faced by farmers.
#MXB Agro Inputs assures you the quality of all our products
# The products are checked at various level- Import Port, Packing & Dispatches to ensure the quality
# Products are tested on the basis of various parameters such as
b) Chemical composition
c) Physical appearance d) On field performance | agronomy |
http://ramdevpgcollege.org/Tue/20195-Commercial-Corn-Grain-Grinder/ | 2018-02-22T08:54:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891814079.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20180222081525-20180222101525-00524.warc.gz | 0.833443 | 1,047 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__241162216 | en | What is the difference between a Stone Grain Mill & Flaker or Oat Roller? Commercial milling removes nearly 30% of the the most nutritious parts of the whole grain. Stone and steel milling of Wheat, Rye, Spelt, Barley, Oats, Millet, Corn
The C.S. Bell Co. is the right choice for customized hammer mills and grist mills. Corn mill -grist or hammer; Sunflower Bone meal grinders -grist or hammer
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Millar's Mills Barley mill grinders Barley Crusher for home brewing grain mills and commercial pilot beer brewing systems. of a broader range such as barley,wheat,corn,cocoa beans,nuts,beans and many more larger sized dry material.
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Big River Farms Training Program: The Big River Farms Training Program provides primarily immigrant and minority farmers with instruction and certification for organic vegetable production, access to resources and markets for growing, distributing and selling those vegetables, and a forum in which they can develop and practice business skills. Farmer Participants have access to demonstration/production plots for growing vegetables and receive valuable training in farm business goals and practices.
CFANS Soil Testing: The College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences offers soil testing and fertilizer recommendations for a small fee.
Deep Roots Farmer Development Program: Courses include Farm Skills 101, an intensive semester of skills training, as well as various short courses throughout the year. A much-needed beginning-farmer curriculum that emphasizes all three tenets of sustainability, all Deep Roots courses provide extensive skills training. A unique aspect of Deep Roots is its commitment to community development and mentoring, a perfect fit with SFA’s Farmer-to-Farmer Network® organization. Instructors are all farmer-educators: Sue Wika, PhD; Tom Prieve, DVM; Kent Solberg, MS; and Ryan Pesch, MS. Each possesses both real-world experience and the educational background to provide comprehensive sustainable food production education.
Fresh Connect Food Hub: Food hubs act as aggregators and distributors of regionally-grown produce from small and medium-sized growers. Food hubs specialize in connecting growers with customers and assisting with the delivery and marketing of their products. Fresh Connect Food Hub will begin its pilot year serving primarily schools, and will expand in the future to include other institutions such as hospitals, nursing homes, child care centers, correctional facilities, higher education, and senior meal sites. Services provided by Fresh Connect include coordination of the institution’s produce needs, food safety training for producers, marketing, packaging, and delivery of produce to institutional customers.
The Good Acre: The mission of The Good Acre is to enhance how food is grown and shared in the Twin Cities region, to improve marketplace opportunities for diverse, independent farmers, and to increase access for all consumers to healthy, locally-grown fresh produce. The Good Acre offers warehousing, kitchen rentals, classes and a CSA program to help farmers bring their product to market.
Hmong Farmers Association: In the fall of 2011, the Hmong American Farmers Association (HAFA) was formed on the premise that family farming could be a way of the future for Hmong immigrant farmers, as well as a way of the past. Conceived of and governed by Hmong farmers themselves, HAFA is dedicated to advancing the prosperity of Hmong farmers through cooperative endeavors, capacity building and advocacy.
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University of MN Flavor Research and Education Center: The Flavor Research and Education provides its members with access to cutting-edge flavor, taste and aroma research. The offer Flavor Synthesis, Taste Compound Isolation and Analysis, Flavor and Food Processing, Methods of Flavor Delivery and other services.
U of M’s Joseph J. Warthesen Food Processing Pilot Plant: The Pilot Plant is a food product research and teaching facility. The facility is available to industry to provide process and product development support. Additionally, it can provide a vital resource for food companies that are just starting-up, or are evaluating new process and product lines.
U of M’s Sensory Center: The Sensory Center is a teaching, research, and service unit. They provide a full range of sensory evaluation and consumer testing methodologies including test design and data analysis.
Understanding Your Transportation Costs (Land Stewardship Program): The real costs of moving good food from farm-to-market include more time and money than many farmers realize they are spending. This gets reflected in both obvious and hidden ways: farmers on the road are not on the farm or at home, vehicles wear out, fuel costs pile up, the hassle factor runs high, and the price of local food continues to be a concern for those trying to sell and/or buy it.
Clair Nelson Center: The Clair Nelson Center is a community center located in Finland, Minnesota. The community center has commercial kitchen space available for rent.
City Food Studio: City Food Studio is a shared-use commercial kitchen that enables Twin Cities culinary entrepreneurs to craft and sell their goods from a certified food-safe facility. City Food Studio offers space to start up or expand, low-key classes to learn the science and techniques behind your favorite foods, and a pop-up retail area where you can pick up some of the tasty goods produced just a few feet away!
George Street Kitchen: Shared kitchen space located on the west side of St. Paul. The 1400 sq. ft. kitchen has two double stack convection ovens, six burner stovetop with oven, a vegetable prep sink/table, refrigeration and freezers, plenty of dry storage, a slicer, & 3 compartment dish washing sink.
GIA Kitchen: Gia Kitchen is 4,800 square foot commercial kitchen space. Their shared-use commercial kitchen features: separate gluten-free and gluten production areas each including multiple mixers, double rack ovens, stack convection ovens, six burner stoves, stock pot stoves, vegetable sinks, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and a warehouse with pallet and rack storage.
Grace Center: Grace Center for Community Life a 501(c)(3) non-profit, a community center in the heart of northeast Minneapolis. They have a commercial kitchen available for rent.
Harmony Co-op’s Community Kitchen: Harmony Co-op’s Community Kitchen is a fully equipped, state certified shared-use kitchen available for lease by everyone in the Bemidji community.
Kindred Kitchen: Kindred Kitchen is a social enterprise providing affordable, high quality commercial kitchen space and business technical services to small, locally-based food businesses in a safe, clean and community environment. | agronomy |
http://afamilytreehouse.blogspot.com/2009/05/gardening-sort-of.html | 2017-05-24T09:54:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607811.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170524093528-20170524113528-00466.warc.gz | 0.979425 | 164 | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__179114355 | en | I asked Pops to build or buy some large containers (he's frugal... he built them himself!) for doing a container garden on our deck. At first he thought I was nuts. But, after some continued
nagging patient requesting a few planters appeared on our deck ready to go.
The treekids filled the bottom of the planters with rocks and then soil. Eventually, they were filled and the planting of the seeds began!
Everyone is very excited about the plants that will be yummy to try this summer! Beets, radishes, carrots, many varieties of lettuce, onions and several herbs will be on their way to our summer table!
Pictures of the little bits of plants peeking through the dirt... soon. Have to get out there and take those pictures!! | agronomy |
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http://soapincolorado.blogspot.com/2010/03/now-i-have-done-more-reading-on-this.html | 2018-07-16T12:23:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589270.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20180716115452-20180716135452-00503.warc.gz | 0.970027 | 255 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__7444046 | en | Now I have done more reading on this hydroponic vegetable garden than I did on having a baby when I was pregnant, and I feel like the only way to make sure I understand what I have read is to just build it and see what happens. Up to this point I think I understand the building process.
Just need a tote such as this.....
cut some holes in the top of it for a little plant baskets, fill the basket with clay stones,
and plant with no soil on the roots
get a fish tank air pump and a sand stone.....fill the tote with water to the bottom of the basket and voila you have a garden. The pump keeps oxygen in the water...now you just have to add some sort of nutrient supplement to the tank.
Now according to all of the reading this should give a larger than usual yeild to a crop. So, we will be seeing as soon as our overnight temps are steady enough to get this going I will try to take a stab at it.
If anyone knows anything about this PLEASE let me know what you know. Maybe sharing info can help us all.
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Welcome to Best Forage, where we are dedicated to providing the dairy, livestock and forage producer, with the best possible forage genetics and the latest management information to help them improve the profitability of their farm. As dairy farmers ourselves, we recognize the value of high quality forages in reducing our feed costs which are typically the biggest expense on any dairy or. shrub-forb-grass plant community was treated by artificially seeding two forage grass species at plantation age 3, cattle grazing with and without seeded grasses, and applying a soil-active chemical (Velpar). Planted ponderosa pines were part of this community. Results for a year period () are presented forCited by: 1. Influence of cattle grazing and grass seeding on coniferous regeneration after shelterwood cutting in eastern Oregon. [Portland, Or.]: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station, (OCoLC) Material Type: Government publication, National government publication: Document Type: Book: All Authors. Annual Forage Systems for Grazing March With strong demand for summer pasture, producers are looking for alternatives to produce forage for grazing. Cattle can be grazed from mid-spring through the fall using an annual forage system. This involves timely planting of cool- and warm-season annual forages. These systems typically involve at least two fields and one or two.
adapted a forage species is, the less management input required to maintain that given forage. This proceeding summarizes the various options for introduced and native forages suited to beef cattle production in South Texas. The goals and vision you have File Size: KB. Beef cattle also tend to be selective grazers, meaning they’ll eat the tastiest plants first. This can lead to uneven, spotty grazing patterns which lowers the productivity of a pasture. Our blends utilized only the most palatable grass and legume species, ensuring your . Forage & Grasslands. The health and profitability of the cow-calf sector depend on forage and grassland productivity. Research is focused on the development of strategies that will improve grassland management to increase productivity and sustainability. Forages are plants or parts of plants eaten by livestock (cows, horses, sheep, goats, llamas), and wildlife (deer, elk, moose, rabbits). There are many different types of forages. Some of the most important are listed in the table below. Table 1. Forage types and definitions. Vegetation Terms Definitions Forage Edible parts of plants, other than separated grain, that can provide feed for.
Rest rotational grazing: A grazing system in which one pasture receives a year of non-use while the other pastures absorb the grazing load. Most rest rotation schemes use three or four pastures. Intensive grazing management: Grazing management that attempts to control duration and timing of grazing. Careful selection will help ensure good plant growth and grazing potential. Establishment. Soil nutrition, weed control and, sowing or seeding are important considerations when seeking to establish a forage crop. Good soil nutrient levels are important in ensuring vigorous forage crop establishment. While the fertiliser history of a paddock can. Other grazing options for annual forages could include stockpiling the forage for late fall or winter grazing. This can be done by either leaving the forage stand or windrow grazing it. Two recent webinars, “ Growing Annual Forages ” and “ Grazing Annual Forages,” contain additional information on agronomic considerations and grazing. Applying Targeted Grazing to Coniferous Forest Management in Western North America 10 KEY POINTS By Steven Sharrow Steve Sharrow is a Professor of Rangeland Ecology and Management at Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR. • Concern over mechanical and chemical treatments is prompting forest managers to opt for grazing to manage vegetation. | agronomy |
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By the time she is done her cheeks are red and her eyes bright with excitement. ‘When can we see the flowers’ she asks a little out of breath, I smile and answer that it is going to take a loong time before we can see the flowers, but we can put the pots on the windowsill where it is nice and sunny. And so we do and every day she runs to the windowsill to see if there is a little green visible. Many days pass by and no green in sight but then one morning a tiny green leaf appears and Emily is extatic : ‘it works ! look ! the flower is coming’ and so it is and all we have to do is wait a little longer so it can grow into a nice big flower. | agronomy |
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What herbs, etc. to plant
Below are mini guides as to what other edible or useful plants you could grow in your windowbox with instructions on how to grow them and recommended cultivars that are known for their ease of growing, good flavour, size or hardiness.
A decorative and distinctively flavoured annual which given the chance will grow up to 1.2m, but could be maintained at half that height by pruning. Prefers a moist, fertile soil. Sow seed: Thinly, 1/2cm deep from early spring to midsummer
Similar growing and pruning requirements to dill, to which it is closely related. Tasty aniseed-flavoured foliage used as a flavouring in salads and with fish. The purple leaved variety is slightly hardier than the green. Sow seed: ½ cm deep from early spring to midsummer
Used for its asparagus flavoured shoots and young leaves, this perennial needs frequent picking in summer to stop it from taking over. Prefers moist, fertile soil and can tolerate shade. Sow seed: 1/2cm deep from spring to midsummer
The roots are used to make the hot-flavoured sauce. The plant needs deep, moisture-retentive soil and can become an invasive weed if not controlled. Within a windowbox it may struggle to do well. Sow seed: 1/2cm deep from early to late spring
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Bakker roses are grown on our own selection of multiflora seedlings from our own seed source (many roses sold today are grown on imported rootstock, which comes from countries where cold climate is of little concern). This selection has been time proven to be hardy throughout much of Canada’s diverse climates and gives excellent vigor year after year. Unlike cutting-type rootstocks (onto which most imports are grafted), seedlings don’t propagate unwanted viruses which reduce hardiness and performance.
Our roses are cared for with the most up-to-date equipment available. At harvest time, leaves are allowed to come off the plant naturally (not using chemical or mechanical defoliators). After grading, the roses are brought into cold storage where they are immediately brought down to -2˚c (a storage system pioneered by Bakker Nurseries). This virtually eliminates all fungal disease, and at the same time satisfies the plant’s dormancy.
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http://www.swcsc.arizona.edu/ | 2014-07-22T19:20:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1405997862121.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20140722025742-00198-ip-10-33-131-23.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.92824 | 270 | CC-MAIN-2014-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-23__0__223921411 | en | Researchers have developed cost analyses of potential water sources and maps of water availability and consumption in 1,200 watersheds in the western U.S. to support planning by water managers and energy producers. The results, published in Environmental Research Letters, show that a variety of water source options such as purchased and transferred water and treated municipal wastewater can satisfy increasing demand.
Changes in precipitation affect the long-term survival of many bird species in western North America, according to a new study published in Global Change Biology. The authors tested statistical models using observational data and found that the most important predictors of bird distribution and abundance for the majority of species in the region were the minimum temperature of the coldest month and precipitation during the breeding season, wettest month, and driest month. If climate change leads to less winter precipitation, bird species relying heavily on moisture may decline.
The mechanisms by which plants respond to increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere may provide tools for biologists and climate change modelers when predicting how plants will react to changing conditions, according to a recent study published in Nature. The authors discovered how a test plant from the mustard species responds to increased carbon dioxide. Understanding the physiological responses of plants can eventually inform farmers about the best plants to sow in a future climate and can help researchers breed new strains that can adapt to new conditions. | agronomy |
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http://theabroadexpress.com/tamil-nadu-assembly-polls-dmk-promises-separate-budget-for-agriculture-cancellation-of-farm-laws/ | 2021-06-18T14:06:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487637721.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20210618134943-20210618164943-00557.warc.gz | 0.953243 | 458 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__189334808 | en | The DMK also announced its plan to set up a farmers’ market to eliminate middlemen
Announcing a slew of promises to protect agriculture and the interests of farmers, the DMK on Saturday said it would adopt a resolution in the Tamil Nadu Assembly urging the Centre to withdraw all the three farm-related legislation. It would present a separate agriculture budget as well.
“It is a matter of shock that the Centre has failed to meet the farmers who have been protesting against the legislation for over 100 days. The DMK will also repeal the law on contract farming enacted by the AIADMK government,” said the manifesto released by party president M.K. Stalin.
Expressing its commitment to protect the Cauvery Delta region which has been declared as protected agricultural zone, the manifesto said it would prevent any move by the Centre to implement Coal Bed Methane (CBM) project and the Shale Gas project.
One of the important promises is to present a separate budget for agriculture. “It will be presented after consulting farmers’ associations and others to improve the productivity,” the manifesto said.
The DMK also announced its plan to set up a farmers’ market to eliminate middlemen. As per the proposal, all crops and farm products produced in rural areas will be sold in those farmers’ markets.
Besides, a separate section will be established in the agriculture department to promote organic farming, and a research Centre for organic farming in the name of late Nammalwar will be established, the manifesto said. Subsidy for inputs would be provided to farmers involved in organic farming.
It also promised to increase number of man days to 150 to 100 covered under the Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme.
The party said it would sell jaggery and palm sugar through ration shops apart from supplying black gram and one extra kg of sugar.
“The minimum supportive price for paddy will be increased from ₹2,000 to ₹2,500 per quintal and the ₹4,000 for sugarcane per tonne,” it said.
The manifesto also promised to regulate shrimp farms to prevent the damage caused to the farmers’ lands. | agronomy |
http://abhijitdeonath.com/?p=2098 | 2023-12-08T11:40:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100745.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208112926-20231208142926-00460.warc.gz | 0.968695 | 574 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__115643613 | en | It took nature more than a billion years since the Earth was born to devise a mechanism for trapping Sun’s energy. This made life in the ocean self-sufficient. Then around half a billion years ago, it delegated the responsibility to plants and animals to carry life forward. To uncharted territories. Plants marched towards the land. Animals came along.
Passing the baton from generation to generation, life kept on conquering territories. There was a big deterrent on land though. In water based plants, male sperms swim to meet the female egg for fertilization. The fertilized egg then needs water to germinate. Water wasn’t as readily available on land as in the ocean. The very core of life’s survival – reproduction – was under threat.
After struggling for another 100 million years, nature invented pollens that carried the male sperms to the female egg using the wind. A neat strategy to overcome dependence on water. Sperms in the pollen and egg fertilize to produce seed which then germinates into a new plant on wet ground.
Now what if there’s not enough wind to carry pollens? Nature looked around and saw insects. They were feeding on pollen-bearing organs with no apparent benefit to the plant. Why not use these freeloaders to carry pollens? But they needed to be tricked into doing so. Thus came about one of the most effective innovations of nature – a rare combination of beauty and utility – flowers. Their colours and fragrance attracted the insects. They found nectar in there which they fed on unaware that the plants quietly loaded pollens onto them while they were busy feeding. This was a huge relief. Plants no longer needed to depend on natural agents – water or wind – to transport sperms to eggs. Reproduction was back on in full swing.
With plants going to far away places via this newfound reproductive strategy, a new challenge surfaced. The seeds that were produced as a result of fertilization still needed water to germinate. How do you carry the seed to wet grounds?
The plants went for the tried-and-tested strategy. They added an enticing structure called fruit around the seed. Again, it was not just a marketing ploy full of colours and fragrance. It did have value proposition too in the form of food. Many birds and mammals fell for it and inadvertently participated in dispersal of seeds.
And then came to this world a bipedal animal with specially modified thumb to easily pick fruits. This gave him advantage over other creatures. He did not however stop at helping the cause of plants by dispersing the seeds. He used the advantageous grip to pick and throw stones and other tools at fellow animals. He then began consuming the seeds on a large scale. Worse, he even invented seedless grapes! | agronomy |
http://biomassbriquetting.net/biomass-briquetting-project.htm | 2019-03-26T14:12:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912205534.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20190326135436-20190326161436-00439.warc.gz | 0.898005 | 218 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__86986524 | en | The sustainable biomass briquetting plant assumes a vital part in the worldwide economy. The project report likewise says that the biomass briquette plant is valuable assembling innovation which gives inexhaustible fuel from bio waste and contributes in production of healthy environment. Along these lines, this sustainable eco-friendly project is likewise supported by the Indian government. The improvement of any nation relies upon their monetary development, yet because of contamination and different perilous impacts, some developing nations are neglected to accomplish this objective.
The biomass briquetting plant project gives astounding briquette machines to the fuel briquette creation. The agricultural waste materials and other bio residues are changed over in to the solid cylindrical bio fuel utilizing the most recent eco-friendly binder less component. The briquetting press machine with this unique attributes that it makes briquettes with no prerequisite of the binding or chemicals. Just utilizing high pressure and warmth, the briquettes are created in the briquette press. Thus, this eco-accommodating venture is more reasonable for the agrarian based developing nations. | agronomy |
https://inside-sarajevo.com/2017/12/20/foreign-trade-minister-eu-envoy-discuss-rural-development-strategy/ | 2018-11-15T04:27:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039742483.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20181115033911-20181115055911-00121.warc.gz | 0.939989 | 249 | CC-MAIN-2018-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-47__0__45336196 | en | Bosnian minister of foreign trade and met with Head of the EU Delegation to Bosnia to discuss an expedited adoption of the national strategy for rural development.
The document, anticipated by Bosnian farmers, needs to be adopted by the end of the year; otherwise, Bosnia will not have access to the European Union funds for agriculture.
“EU is ready to support farmers, but this significant support will only become available if the strategic documents are adopted by the end of the year,” said Ambassador Lars-Gunnar Wigemark, stressing that the draft strategy was given high marks by the EU institutions.
Wigemark commended the efforts Minister Mirko Šarović invested in making the document, emphasizing he hopes that the Republika Srpska entity government will recognize the importance of the strategy and give its opinion soon.
Minister Šarović said that the national strategy, in which the entity governments took part equally, fully respects the RS jurisdictions.
“If the document is not adopted, the damage for Bosnia, and therefore for the RS, will be lasting, and we will lose at least 30 million euros (in 2018),” said the Minister. | agronomy |
https://poetandengineer.com/2018/06/22/mickle-is-the-powerful-grace-that-lies/ | 2023-05-29T16:23:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644867.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529141542-20230529171542-00797.warc.gz | 0.877114 | 308 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__108278105 | en | In the springtime’s sun and its youthful strength.
Here’s a shaded spot in which to carry out –
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Cautiously I carry my precious pots.
Out from their winter corner.
Blue and red glaze to adorn my front steps.
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Back then, green stalks stripped bare of edible leaves.
First grubs then drab October mouldered the rest.
February’s cruel breath dried all to a crackle.
Now, last year’s herbs are haunting still.
Parsley transformed, a pale fluttering phantom.
Thyme a blackened skeletal cage.
Sage a tall grey ghoul –
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Trowel in hand I grasp above, dig below.
Shake off soft root soil to nurture growth another season.
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Tiny thyme leaves overwhelm with earthy musk.
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Snapped crisp straws cram my weed bucket.
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I say a prayer of thanks to the spirit leaving my prey. | agronomy |
https://bumodezojaryzosoc.furniture-of-ironforge.com/study-of-legume-grass-silage-on-ohio-farms-book-13592aw.php | 2021-03-05T15:47:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178373095.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20210305152710-20210305182710-00070.warc.gz | 0.873825 | 1,907 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__7780906 | en | 2 edition of study of legume-grass silage on Ohio farms found in the catalog.
study of legume-grass silage on Ohio farms
F. L. Morison
by Ohio State University and Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station in Columbus, Ohio
Written in English
|Series||Mimeograph bulletin / Dept. of Rural Economics -- no. 127, Mimeograph bulletin (Ohio State University. Dept. of Rural Economics) -- no. 127|
|Contributions||Ohio State University. Dept. of Rural Economics, Ohio Agricultural Experiment Station|
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http://smoothiecast.co.uk/fairtrade/where-do-your-fairtrade-bananas-come-from/ | 2017-01-19T12:49:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280668.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00468-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.964113 | 576 | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-04__0__39190826 | en | The Banana is the most popular fruit in the world. We spend more than £10 billion a year on them! Bananas have long been a popular fairtrade product, and several supermarkets now only sell bananas certified with the fairtrade mark. In 2008 one in every four bananas sold in the UK was fairtrade, but where do they all come from?
Located in the Eastern Carribrean, The Winward Islands Farmers Association (WINFA) have been promoting Fairtrade since the early 90s and the first consignment of Fairtrade bananas from the Windward Islands arrived in the UK in July 2000.
Conrad James is one of over 500 farmers on the islands benefitting from selling the bananas he produces at a fair price. Fairtrade is helping to change peoples’ way of life and is encouraging them to stay in farming rather than get jobs in other industries or leave the island altogether. The fairtrade premium is being used for a variety of community projects ranging from computer equipment in schools to new trucks to deliver fertiliser.
ASOBANU was founded in 1998 and is based near the town of Batey Amina in the northwest of the Dominican Republic. It brings together small-scale farmers who don’t have the capacity to export on their own and who wouldn’t otherwise be able to participate in Fairtrade. Membership has grown from eight farmers at the beginning to 191 today, including 34 women. The group was Fairtrade certified in 2004 and 102 farms also have organic certification.
The organisation is in a depressed area of the country where the people endure much hardship and work almost entirely in agriculture. The main product is bananas, which has a long tradition here. The ability to own their own land and their own production is very important to farmers as it provides an income and reduces the need to migrate to the capital or abroad.
Fairtrade is benefitting the community and the environment in Asoproban farms in Colombia. Members have access to courses in dental health care, preventive health care and hygiene as well as accountancy and audit techniques. The Agricultural Committee has cut back aerial crop spraying by three cycles to protect workers and the environment. Asoproban now sprays less than many large Colombian plantations but achieves the same levels of quality and productivity.
“A consumer who buys a Fairtrade banana knows that they are contributing to the life of a small producer here in Colombia, and what’s more, they are contributing to a whole lot of different causes and are supporting the health and wellbeing not just of the banana producers but their whole community” – Deris Ariza, Asoproban
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Fairtrade bananas are also supplied by certified producer groups in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Peru and are sold in all major supermarkets throughout the UK, along with other independent outlets | agronomy |
https://gardening-tips.slo-istra.com/lawn/23-81-mandevilla-flower-annual-perennial-MjCUIwmFyYE | 2021-06-22T14:09:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623488517820.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20210622124548-20210622154548-00547.warc.gz | 0.926317 | 2,186 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__64569791 | en | If it is, you can water it just a little total up to keep it alive. This process permits the plant to rest completely. Mandevilla Flowers. In February or March, examine the plant's condition for disease and damage, getting rid of any parts of the vine that have passed away. At this moment, you can repot the plant if necessary, and resume feeding and watering the plant (Royal Horticultural Society).
When spring comes around, you will need to gradually reintroduce the plant to light and heat. Put it outside on intense and warm days in April or May, keeping in mind to bring it back inside over night when temperatures drop. Throughout this time, the plant will gradually season to life exterior. Any winter growth may pass away during this shift, but this is not a cause for issue and is entirely normal.
Typical Problems, Yellowing leaves, Foliage that is turning yellow is most commonly an outcome of absence of nutrients, however this might be down to a number of possible elements. Many frequently, overwatering is to blame for this problem. Excessive water will fill the roots of the Mandevilla Vine and avoid them from being able to soak up water or nutrients (Red Mandevilla Vine).
If the soil can not effectively drain, then the roots will be being in damp soil and become saturated, leading to a failure to soak up water and nutrients. These concerns will ultimately cause root rot, which will kill the plant, so yellow leaves ought to be addressed early to give your plant a greater opportunity of survival.
Pests can likewise turn the leaves of your plant yellow as the feed on the sap, denying the plant of nutrients. In the case of insects however, yellowing leaves will be accompanied by other symptoms. If you determine bugs on your plant, initially attempt to remove them with a strong blast of water from a hose pipe.
To make your spray, first mix one quart of water with a squirt of moderate meal soap (around half a teaspoon); this will permit the neem oil to combine with the water. Include one teaspoon of neem oil and mix. Utilize the spray liberally on your Mandevilla Vine every day for a week.
This plant likes to climb, and it will reach the top of any trellis or pergola with ease - Pictures of Mandevilla Flowers. Mandevilla is a low-maintenance plant during the height of the growing season. The Mandevilla bursts into flower in the springtime, lasting through to the fall. This plant is an ideal companion for other big planters, or in flowerbeds - Mandevilla Red Bush.
Planting your Mandevilla in a location of the garden that receives early morning sun, but has some shelter during the peak midday sun hours, assists to improve growth and flowering in your Mandevilla. Gardeners should likewise guarantee they restrain the Mandevilla to avoid strong winds from shifting and damaging the plant.
Mandevilla requires well-drained soil that's abundant in nutrients like nitrogen and calcium. One of the most important parts of planting your Mandevilla is offering the right potting mix or substrate for the plants. Mandevilla likes loose and loamy soil that drains pipes well and holds the right balance of nutrients to help the plant grow.
However, garden enthusiasts must place a layer of gravel at the bottom of the pot to enhance soil drain. Mixing some perlite into the soil mix aids with water retention. Feed Your Mandevilla at the Correct Time, When purchasing your Mandevilla at a garden center or nursery, the plant will likely have slow-releasing fertilizer blended into the soil.
Garden enthusiasts need to ensure that they do not include any extra fertilizer to the plant for a minimum of 3 to 4-months after planting. The addition of fertilizer on top of the nutrients currently in the soil results in burning the root system. After the Mandevilla reaches 6 to 12-months old, the garden enthusiast can fertilize meticulously, using a slow-release fertilizer item watered down with a lot of water (Mandevilla White Care).
What Are the Common Pests Affecting Mandevilla plants? A few of the more common bugs affecting Mandevilla are the following (Care Of Mandevilla). Aphids, Scale, Mealybugs, Red spider termites, Whiteflies, Ants bring aphids to plants that are weak or infected. If you find aphids and ants crawling on your Mandevilla, blast them away with a strong jet of water from the hose.
For more defense of the plant, the gardener can spray it down with a light option of Neem oil. Most pests find neem oil either harmful or repulsive, keeping your plants totally free from pests and illness. Garden enthusiasts may likewise see the existence of mealybugs collecting under the leaves of the Mandevilla - Mandevilla Plants Care.
Low humidity levels or a lack of watering in the summertime might cause them to appear on your plants - Pink Mandevilla Plant. White Mandevilla, If the garden enthusiast notices the appearance of webbing on the plant, it's a classic sign of spider mite infestation. Spider mites appear when environment conditions get too hot for the Mandevilla to manage.
Garden enthusiasts must check their plants 2 to three times a week for indications of bugs, and ensure that they inspect the plant thoroughly before the start of the winter (Mandevilla Red Bush). Overwintering Your Mandevilla, Mandevilla is an extremely durable plant, and they can easily make it through outdoors in the wintertime, in lots of U. Pictures of Mandevilla Flowers.S.
As the winter season techniques, gardeners should inspect their Mandevilla for signs of insect, larvae, or eggs. The garden enthusiast can then prune the plant, getting rid of infested or infected parts of the plant that might spread out. If there is extreme pest damage, then the garden enthusiast can treat the plant by spraying it with neem oil to kill the bugs.
Grainy mildew, Plant scale, Mealybug colonies, Aphids and thrip, Spider Mite, Neem oil is safe to use, however it's toxic if consumed, so keep it away from the reach of children. Mandevilla plants also have to deal with any forms of disease that appear throughout the growing season (Red Mandevilla Care).
In a lot of cases, the growth of fungis is an indication that conditions are too humid or damp. The plat may also have a lack of ventilation at the planting site, resulting in the beginning of grainy mildew. Garden enthusiasts should ensure that the soil dries in between waterings to avoid the onset of illness in the plant.
It's only when the plant experiences a sudden turn in the health of its foliage that there might be a possible issue associated with care or bugs impacting the plant (Mandevilla Shrub). cultivating Dipladenia (Mandevilla) in greenhouse, Do Deer Consume Mandevilla Plants? The Mandevilla plant has no main standards online, specifying whether the plant is resistant to deer eating it throughout the summer.
It is necessary to note that the Rutgers University New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station deer resistant database, has no mention of Mandevilla being deer-resistant. Growing Your Mandevilla All Year, The Mandevilla is a frost-tender perennial, despite the fact that many garden enthusiasts think of it as an annual plant. After the wintertime temperatures drop listed below 50 F, garden enthusiasts need to bring the Mandevilla inside your home for the season.
The gardener can then cut the plant back to a 3rd of its size, and location it in a location of your house that gets indirect sunshine throughout the day. Only water the Mandevilla when the soil feels dry to the touch. As the springtime appears, and temperatures rise regularly above the 50F mark, gardeners can clean up the plant by getting rid of any dead foliage, and then return it to the garden for the summer. Find out more about mandevilla Belonging to the tropical Americas and part of the exact same household as oleander, this shrub flowers perfectly over a long span of time with. Outdoors, mandevilla does excellent near walls, lattices, trees or poles where their climbing abilities are highlighted. Mandevilla succeeds in greenhouses where wetness levels are high, so if you wish to or inside, spray its leaves often with soft water.
If a starts covering leaves, a scale insect nest has appeared. Mandevilla can likewise be colonized by. Learn more - Mandevilla Plant Pictures.
You do not need to encourage development at this time of year by fertilizing the plant, just water it when it starts to dry (Mandevilla Shrub). Sometime in February, offer the plant another good pruning and start to fertilize it once a month. Mandevilla flowers on brand-new development. By pruning and fertilizing the plant, you are working to give it an early start so that when you put it outside in May or June it will remove and quickly be covered with flowers.
Bring it inside when spring is simply around the corner and let it begin to grow. Then set it outdoors and enjoy this gorgeous plant throughout the summer. All the best! - Mandevilla Flowers Perennials.
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Mandevilla can be grown outdoors in the ground in zones 9 to 11. In zone 9 they typically go inactive or semi-dormant in winter where in the most tropical growing zones they tend to be evergreen. Mandevilla Zone. For cooler zones mandevilla can be grown as an annual or in a pot to be moved inside in winter.
Whether your plant is inactive or semi-dormant you still wish to water it, however not as often as during the growing season. Allow the plant to dry out entirely before watering it. * Do not fertilize in winter. Yellow Mandevilla Perennial. Even in climates where mandevillas are evergreen year-round they still do through a semi-dormant resting duration in winter where they don't flower and grow slower. | agronomy |
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And actually the Phoenicians started farming our land 2,200 years ago. Most restaurants can’t make that claim. | agronomy |
https://decor-uk.com/ideas/aspirins-for-healthy-indoor-plants-and-in-the-garden-too/ | 2024-04-14T11:22:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414095752-20240414125752-00269.warc.gz | 0.945631 | 828 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__129316375 | en | For many years there has been an old wives’ tale that popping an aspirin in a vase of cut flowers helps to prolong their life. In recent years, it has been found that giving aspirins regularly to plants in various situations really is effective and we reveal that aspirins for healthy indoor plants isn’t a fallacy after all!
Trying to maintain healthy indoor plants can be a challenge, especially if they are always ‘on show’ to customers and guests such as in a reception area or restaurant. Of course, indoor plants are not always cared for properly in a busy office environment and can suffer badly from neglect. Luckily aspirins can prove to be life savers in all these situations!
How do aspirins work?
Aspirins contain acetylsalicylic acid which helps boosts the plant’s immune system so that it can effectively fight pests, disease and physical damage – such as re-potting or taking a cutting. Indoor plants can even become stressed when you move them to a new environment. Aspirins can rejuvenate even badly neglected plants
Acetylsalic acid is the active ingredient in aspirin. This acid is derived from salicylic acid, found naturally in the bark of white willow (Salix alba). The acid is effective on plants because many plants produce it themselves in tiny amounts. Plants produce this acid when stressed or fighting disease. Feeding them a greater supply of the acid proves beneficial. Giving the plant too much aspirin can have a negative effect as it can burn its leaves.
How should I use aspirin on indoor plants
Buy normal strength aspirin for your plants. The ratio needed for indoor plants is one aspirin to every 4.5 litres of water (one gallon). Crush the aspirin carefully using a pestle and mortar and mix it into the water. Pour the water into a spray bottle and add 2-3 drops of mild dishwasher liquid. Shake the contents well to mix before using. It may sound strange to add the dishwasher liquid but this is so that the water sticks to the plant and does not just run off.
Apply this solution every three weeks for the best results. There are several benefits for regularly using aspirin as it helps protect the plant against aphids and also promotes new growth in the plant.
Always give your indoor plants the aspirin treatment if you notice that their leaves are dropping or they have changed appearance with paler leaves and flowers. Aspirin is a good treatment to use if the plant develops an infection.
Give aspirin to your cut flowers
Simply pop an aspirin in the bottom of your vase. Fill the vase with water and stir well to dissolve the aspirin. Arrange your bunch of flowers in the vase. You will find that the aspirin will keep the flowers looking good and that they will last longer.
Aspirin have uses in the garden too
As well as keeping your indoor plants in good condition, aspirin can be used in the garden too. If you are germinating trays of seeds, watering them with the same strength aspirin solution (one aspirin to 4.5 litres of water) every three weeks will prove beneficial. Feeding seeds with aspirin accelerates their growth and makes them stronger and more resistant to disease. Some gardeners declare that their germination success using aspirin increases to 95-100%.
If you have a vegetable patch, you will find that giving the plants a regular aspirin treatment will work wonders! The plants will develop more quickly and produce more vegetables/ fruit. The aspirin treatment can be used throughout the growing season and is particularly beneficial to tomatoes, aubergine (eggplant), cucumber, peppers and potatoes.
It is definitely beneficial to always have some aspirins at the ready. Unfortunately, although using aspirin is a really good hack, they cannot always work wonders on indoor plants. Are your plants are struggling as they are not in the ideal location or do not have the correct light? If you want plants to always look in tip-top condition, investing in top quality faux plants is definitely the perfect solution! | agronomy |
http://asic.org/our-solutions/excellence-in-irrigation/creal-residence/ | 2017-05-27T08:13:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463608877.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20170527075209-20170527095209-00361.warc.gz | 0.91177 | 432 | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__162212815 | en | Prairie Village, Kansas –Merit Award
WATER SCAPE, INC.
The goal was to create a home for family gatherings, charity events and meeting place that is inviting, functional and warm. A further goal was that it be sustainable and a model for the ‘new’ Midwestern home.
The total renovated residential structure and landscape was a collaborative endeavor that portrays the value of enlightened stewardship for our environment. Geothermal heating and air-conditioning, LED lighting throughout and an irrigation system that exceeded mandated codes.
the project promoted collaboration between the landscape architect, irrigation consultant and irrigation contractor to achieve the overall design intent of a 50% reduction in irrigation water use. The end result is a landscape aesthetic that incorporates indigenous plants of the Midwest and showcases a classic Kansas City home.
Consensus was achieved on the use of low water use plantings, low water-use turf, and rain gardens in the landscape design. The irrigation system utilizes an array of water saving technologies and equipment including on-site ET sensor and controller. The end result is a system that uses 50% less water for irrigation compared to a typical landscape irrigation system in the Kansas City area.
The irrigation consultant often had to provide justification for additional, “up-front” cost for installation and materials for future savings in water, labor, landscape chemicals and plant replacement costs. Providing the justification provided ample opportunity to educate the owners, builders, landscape architect, and irrigation contractor regarding water saving features, design adaptations related to soil type, turf varieties, diverse landscape plantings and area use.
ROLE OF THE IRRIGATION CONSULTANT:
- Full collaboration as a member of the landscape design team.
- Design the irrigation system per landscape plan to meet 50% or more water reduction use.
- Provide all bid and construction documentation for the irrigation system as project team member.
- Provide construction observation services to ensure irrigation design intent was met.
- Perform irrigation audit to form base scheduling, distribution uniformity coefficient for the ET controller.
- Provide irrigation system manual and operational education to owners and landscape maintenance firm. | agronomy |
https://www.gatesagone.org/news-updates/gates-ag-one-partners-with-csir-sari/ | 2024-02-23T20:53:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474445.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223185223-20240223215223-00483.warc.gz | 0.913698 | 620 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__134752431 | en | Bill & Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations Partners with Savanna Agricultural Research Institute to Support Smallholder Farmers in Ghana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: [email protected]
ST. LOUIS (June 14, 2023) — Bill & Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations (Gates Ag One) is partnering with the Ghana-based Savanna Agricultural Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-SARI) to accelerate crop science that benefits smallholder farmers.
CSIR-SARI, one of 13 institutes of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), leads crop research and development in northern Ghana to enable smallholder farmers to sustainably increase production and improve soil fertility. CSIR-SARI has released dozens of varieties of improved crops, including maize, cowpea, soybean, rice and millet. Recently, the institute secured approval for the environmental release of a pod borer resistant (PBR) cowpea, developed to protect yields against the Maruca pod borer, which can cause losses of up to 80%.
“Our mission is to develop and introduce innovations that deliver better livelihoods for Ghana’s smallholder farmers through increased productivity,” said Dr. Francis Kusi, Director, CSIR-SARI. “With the support of Gates Ag One, we hope we can build on agricultural advances to date and accelerate this work.”
Almost half of Ghana’s labor force is employed in agriculture, which is primarily rainfed. However, the impact of climate change has contributed to a decline in rainfall over the past four decades as well as the increasing spread of crop pests.
“CSIR-SARI plays a key role in advancing crop innovations that serve smallholder farmers, not only in Ghana but across West Africa,” said Joe Cornelius, CEO of Gates Ag One. “We are excited to work with CSIR-SARI to further this work and ensure farmers in Ghana have the same chance to thrive as those elsewhere.”
Gates Ag One, a non-profit affiliate of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was created to leverage advances in global crop science to serve the growing needs of smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. The organization invests in early scientific discoveries to accelerate the development of improved crops that can close the yield gap.
About Gates Ag One:
Bill & Melinda Gates Agricultural Innovations (Gates Ag One) is a non-profit organization that accelerates breakthrough agricultural research to meet the urgent and neglected needs of smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Out of the conviction that all lives have equal value, Gates Ag One serves the interests of smallholder farmers, who are most exposed to climate shocks yet lack the access that others have to the latest agricultural innovations. Gates Ag One works to level the playing field and empower smallholder farmers to transform their agricultural productivity, nutrition security and climate resilience. Learn more at gatesagone.org. | agronomy |
https://iotoffgrid.com/smart-farming/ | 2024-02-24T21:47:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474569.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224212113-20240225002113-00336.warc.gz | 0.93272 | 329 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__30124580 | en | Farming is a critical industry that plays a vital role in feeding the world’s growing population. The use of IoT sensors in farming can help improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase crop yields. These sensors can be placed in the soil to measure moisture levels, temperature, and pH, allowing farmers to optimize irrigation and fertilization schedules. They can also be used to monitor the growth and health of crops, alerting farmers to potential problems such as pests or disease. In addition, IoT sensors can be used to track the movements and behaviors of livestock, helping farmers optimize animal welfare and productivity. Overall, the incorporation of IoT technology in farming can help to ensure a more sustainable and efficient food production system.
Temperature, pH, and soil moisture are all important factors that can affect the health and growth of plants in agriculture. Here is a brief overview of why each of these factors is important:
Proper monitoring of soil metrics and automation of irrigation can help improve agricultural yields, reduce wastage, and prevent runoff
Automation of irrigation can also help reduce water wastage and prevent runoff. By using automated irrigation systems, farmers can set specific watering schedules that are tailored to the needs of their crops. This can help reduce the risk of overwatering, which can lead to water wastage and runoff. Automated irrigation systems can also be programmed to shut off when it is raining, which can further help reduce water wastage.
Overall, proper monitoring of soil metrics and automation of irrigation can help farmers achieve better crop yields, reduce water wastage, and prevent runoff, which can all contribute to more sustainable and efficient agricultural practices. | agronomy |
https://durhamsugarhouse.wordpress.com/2021/04/10/2021-season-%F0%9F%8D%81short-but-sweet/ | 2023-03-22T03:02:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943749.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20230322020215-20230322050215-00217.warc.gz | 0.945735 | 128 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__50753177 | en | A cold January & February delayed the start of the 2021 sugaring season.
On February 24th, three weeks later than last year, the sap began to run!
The next four weeks the sugarhouse was a whirlwind of activity as we collected sap and boiled each day the sap ran.
On March 22nd, we finished off the last batch and thanked Mother Nature for this year’s production 185 gallons of syrup.
We are open most weekends Saturday 10-5 & Sunday 12-5 until we sell out
Weekday pickups available please call ahead
Cash or Venmo. Sorry no credit for debit cards accepted | agronomy |
https://aubtu.biz/38438/ | 2021-12-05T19:33:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964363216.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20211205191620-20211205221620-00518.warc.gz | 0.913969 | 681 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__124590487 | en | Have you ever thought about a small garden with various types of vegetables grown by yourself? Home-grown fruits and vegetables are healthier than those in supermarkets or grocery stores. You not only have fresh meals but also save an amount of money. And all of the above, the satisfying feeling when enjoying the fruits of your labor is just precious.
But growing vegetables properly is not simple at all, especially when you have no experience. You need to learn many things about the crop, and sometimes, it’s still not enough. You also need to have luck for not failing miserably at your first harvest. No one would like to harvest a small carrot that is even shorter than a matchstick, right?
We have rounded up 20 funny photos of harvest failures that will make you smile. These tiny harvests are so adorable, and you might want to embark on gardening immediately.
#1. “This grape shall produce enough wine to satiate the village for a year! (Normal grape for scale)”
#2. “My precious carrot harvest from this year”
#3. “Papaya smoothies all around”
#4. “It only cost me $200 to grow these”
#5. “A tangerine for ants?”
#6. “I too tried to grow my own pineapple, but unfortunately my dad skill isn’t high enough yet”
#7. “Just harvested an entire bag of lays chips worth of potato!”
#8. “The juice is worth the squeeze”
#9. “A single serving of watermelon”
#10. “Blooming onion or onion rings for dinner?”
#11. “Very large harvest”
#12. “It’s spaghetti night, boys!”
#13. “First radish from our new garden!”
#14. “Anyone knows where to get a tiny bottle so I can make the ants some hot sauce?”
#15. “Harvested some tiny bananas”
#16. “About to prepare the meanest salsa with this seasons ghost pepper harvest”
#17. “My only zucchini will surely last us the winter”
#18. “The rains have blessed us with some sweet mangos”
#19. “Everyone gets blueberry jam for Christmas!”
#20. “Cauliflower for everyone” | agronomy |
https://cleanbaydelmarva.com/ | 2021-09-18T14:07:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780056476.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20210918123546-20210918153546-00493.warc.gz | 0.913434 | 421 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__22121256 | en | The sustainable processing of waste is one of the significant challenges facing our generation. At CleanBay Delmarva, we’re naturally reusing the waste from poultry farms from across the Delmarva Peninsula to improve our environment and provide for our future.
The 9 billion broiler chickens raised in the U.S. annually, 605 million in Delmarva alone, produce 14 million tons of litter.
Uncontrolled poultry litter releases nitrous oxide, a greenhouse gas with 300 times the impact of CO2.
Uncontrolled poultry litter produces nitrogen and phosphorus runoff, which lead to algae blooms that pollute our waterways and create dead zones.
Today, over 15,000 bodies of water in the U.S. are affected, including the Chesapeake Bay.
About CleanBay Delmarva
Plans are underway to construct two new facilities on the Delmarva Peninsula. Each facility will be slightly different in layout but will provide the same environmental and economic benefits to the region.
With the exception of what is used to operate each plant, all of the energy generated will be exported.
The first facility will be located in Westover, Maryland, and construction is slated to begin in 2021. Each site will also be enclosed and equipped to process and beneficially reuse more than 150 thousand tons of chicken litter annually.
CleanBay will initially construct 2 new facilities across the Delmarva Peninsula, creating 26 new high-paying full-time jobs in the area per facility, in addition to hundreds of indirect jobs in construction and supply-chain needs.
Each facility will produce ≥750,000 MMBTUs of renewable natural gas, creating enough energy for over 11,000 homes.
The clean energy produced at each facility will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by ≥550,000 tons annually, equivalent to taking 107,795 passenger vehicles off the road each year.
Each facility will produce ≥100,000 tons of organic, slow-release fertilizer with added humic acid for area farmers to better meet the region’s agricultural needs and reduce phosphorous runoff. | agronomy |
https://www.austn.co/ | 2024-04-13T03:51:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816535.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413021024-20240413051024-00731.warc.gz | 0.8957 | 194 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__146053832 | en | Austn is specialized in Mobile Apps Development. With a focus on research extension projects, we believe technology is the hinge for a larger reach, better results and improved sustainability.
Smart Disease Detection is a platform developed by Austn to help agricultural producers better identify diseases on the field. Besides presenting complete information on the diseases affecting a particular commodity, SDD also provides a leaf scanning tool that integrates state-of-the-art Machine Learning models to extract features and classify the potential diseases affecting a leaf. Users can contact phytopathologists and extension agents to help analyze the ML model predictions. The SDD platform also sends alerts via push notifications to regions with critical diseases occurrences and/or favorable weather conditions for disease development.
Irrigator Pro provides growers of peanuts, corn and cotton with a simple tool to determine when to irrigate to ensure optimal crop growth while minimizing irrigation costs and nutrient leaching.
Available at irrigatorpro.orgApp Store Play Store | agronomy |
https://greatgardensinc.com/index.php/2016/ | 2024-04-23T08:55:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818468.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423064231-20240423094231-00586.warc.gz | 0.95295 | 586 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__130684153 | en | Of course every garden designed by Elizabeth will be unique and reflect the likes and dislikes of the customer, but there are some plants that she likes to use and are proven performers in the North Texas area. The following are a list of those plants.
One of the most frequent questions we get at Great Gardens is about drip irrigation. Many people are not familiar with drip and question the value of it. The benefits to drip are many and with water conservation being a focus in North Texas it is important for everyone to be aware of its advantages and cost saving features.
Drip irrigation is an efficient way to irrigate as it allows plants to be watered with tubing placed in rows along the ground. This process reduces wasted water through evaporation and wind and creates a stronger plant with the water going directly to the roots. Additionally drip reduces the over watering onto lawns, sidewalks, driveways and runoff into sewers and drains as is typical of spray systems.
Another benefit of drip irrigation is the elimination of leaf wetness on plants. Because water is not sprayed onto the leaves it reduces the chance of fungus and disease thus resulting in healthier plants. Also with the uniformity of watering in all bed areas each plant receives a consistent amount of water which is not the case with spray irrigation.
With the water restrictions that are in place in our area it is also an advantage to have drip irrigation since most districts allow drip watering on any day regardless of normal watering restrictions.
If you are interested in learning more about drip irrigation and how you can reduce your water usage please contact us and we will be happy to discuss it further.
Did you know that installing a landscape can reduce your energy bills? According the energy.gov the average homeowner can recoup the cost of a well planned landscape in eight years.
Shading is the most efficient way to reduce air conditioning costs. A well placed tree can reduce the daytime air temperature up to 6 degrees and a landscape planted correctly with shading in mind can help to reduce your air conditioning costs by 15-50 percent (energy.gov). Deciduous trees block solar heat in the summer but allow sunlight to enter your home during the winter thus providing energy benefits all year long. If you plant a 6-8 foot deciduous tree near your home it will start blocking the sun in your windows the very first year and depending on variety it can shade your roof in 5-10 years. By planting these trees on the south side of your home you can screen 70-90 percent of the summer sun.
Other planting tips are using bushes, shrubs or climbing vines to shade the side of your home and patio areas. Even groundcover helps to cool the air before it reaches your home. Always watering in the morning during hot times to reduce evaporation and use mulch year round to keep the root of your plants either cooler or for protection during the cold weather. | agronomy |
https://querciabella.com/news/vegan-winemaking-wine-enthusiast/ | 2024-03-03T19:08:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476397.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303174631-20240303204631-00644.warc.gz | 0.940175 | 501 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__15321003 | en | Manure Without Animals? Wine Enthusiast investigates the benefits of Vegan winemaking and cites Querciabella’s decision to adopt vegan practices as a success story to inspire others.
Jessica Scott-Reid is a freelance writer and animal advocate. In her latest article on Wine Enthusiast, she talks to Canadian Master Sommelier Jennifer Huether and an inspiring bunch of vintners including Querciabella about the rise and benefits of Vegan winemaking.
Interviewed about Querciabella’s adoption since 2010 of vegan practices from seed to bottle, US brand ambassador Sunny Gandara explains how it has brought balance not only in our vineyards but also in our wines.
Pioneers in vegan winemaking
It is hard to ignore that consumer interest in vegan wines is steadily on the rise. There is more awareness among the new generation of wine lovers, especially young people, who are very concerned about what they put in their bodies and how it affects the world.
As a result, a growing number of winemakers around the globe is now racing to certify their products as vegan-friendly, which means that no animal products—including fining agents containing milk powder, gelatin or fish swim bladder—were used in the winemaking process.
Instead of using animal-based manure, we implemented a strict cover-crop regime. That’s our way of getting nutrients and life back into the soil.
Querciabella US Brand Ambassador
At Querciabella, we argue that this is not enough and that vegan wines should be made from the ground up, starting with a cruelty-free approach to viticulture. Traditional, as well as organic grape growing, involve animal products typically introduced into the soil as fertilisers. The most classic example is manure, but blood, bones and other animal parts are also used in the biodynamic protocol.
Mindful winemaking improves the finished product
While the benefits of adopting vegan practices on the animals, land and environment are undeniable, mindful winemaking improves the finished product, too. The choice of eschewing animal products is instrumental to deliver a greater expression of fruit, much more vibrancy and tension to the wines.
Huether perfectly sums up what we at Querciabella have always believed in: “When you take the time, have the patience, put your attention into quality, you end up with a better product.” | agronomy |
http://vijayinternational.co.in/ | 2017-07-26T00:37:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549425737.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20170726002333-20170726022333-00486.warc.gz | 0.945631 | 311 | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__78815355 | en | A farm is an area of land that is devoted primarily to agricultural processes with the primary objective of producing foods; it is the basic facility in food production. The name is used for specialised units such as vegetable farms, fruit farms, dairy and poultry farms used for the production of natural fibres, biofuel and other commodities.
A raw material, also known as a feedstock or most correctly unprocessed material, is a basic material that is used to produce goods, finished products, energy, or intermediate materials which are feedstock for future finished products.
Roughly 30% of food that is consumed in developing countries is perishable. Cold storage facilities are crucial to minimize post-harvest losses; however, losses occur at every step in the post harvest cycle, and therefore cold storages cannot be considered as independent solutions to prevent post harvest spoilage but as one component that needs to be integrated in a cold chain network from the point of harvest to the point of purchase by the end consumer
In fact, the majority of food consumed by human beings are
seed-based foods. Edible seeds include cereals (corn, wheat,
rice, et cetera), legumes (beans, peas, lentils, et cetera), and
nuts. Oilseeds are often pressed to produce rich oils -
sunflower, flaxseed, rapeseed (including canola oil), sesame, et
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https://www.regenerativegrain.com/regenerative-agriculture/ | 2024-04-17T22:34:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817181.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417204934-20240417234934-00245.warc.gz | 0.944606 | 384 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__99825524 | en | You are either green and growing or brown and decaying. We love to grow. Maybe we don’t know all the answers but we have been around for a while and have had a few lessons. Vermicompost, teas, extracts, which plants to intercrop together, cover crops or relay crops, how to integrate animals, there are a lot of variables to consider with Regenerative Agriculture. Regenerative Agriculture as a way of farming has so much to offer, from more nutrient dense food, to sequestering CO2 in the soil where it acts as a catalyst for future production, to eliminating or reducing harmful synthetic fertilisers. Please contact us and let us be of service in sourcing your ideal crop. This is Your Regenerative Grain Company. This is Yourco.
The value of seeds increases with growing and milling. After the grains are grown, milling is th next process. We have set-up well-equipped mills that mill products at low temperatures. It is especially suited for oilseeds. With our machinery, we can produce grain and seed of any coarse flour or even finer flours. With a blend of several systems and we have fabricated ourselves to perform growing and milling of seeds and grains.
Besides these, we believe in custom milling. By personalized milling options, we offer an avant-garde range of services. whatever grains or seeds you talk about we have services for growing and milling. All the products are assimilated to bring flavor, texture, and nutritional content.
Only after we mill them with perfection, only then you can get those long-separate grains of rice. We endeavor to bring minimally processed and high-quality sustainable products. Modern technologies and years of expertise are brought into execution. Contact Regenerative Grains suppliers in Canada- Regenerative Grains for an ultimate milling experience. | agronomy |
https://www.hrnchealthpage.net/how-to-plant-a-perennial-food-garden-20-fruits-veggies-that-will-keep-coming-back-year-after-year/ | 2020-01-20T08:36:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250598217.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20200120081337-20200120105337-00412.warc.gz | 0.939069 | 1,549 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__91869994 | en | There’s nothing too challenging about gardening, but some people just don’t have the skills or the ideas to do that. Many people are into growing their own fruits and veggies, but they don’t have enough time for their backyard activities.
That’s why you should focus on growing perennial plants. Once you plant them, you won’t have to worry too much, except for the topdressing, weeding and pruning part.
The only thing you should focus on is the planning part.
1. Opt for plants that grow in your USDA zone and fit in your microclimate.
2. Plant your plants interspersed with your annuals to keep your garden filled out all the time.
3. Pick the best planting spot because the plant will spend a lot of time there.
4. Leave enough space between perennial plants, because they will multiply really fast
5. Plant a few plants at a time to control them.
Here are some of the plants you should try:
It comes year after year. Yes, it’s seasonal, but you can harvest it for 20 years. Grow Asparagus officinalis from seeds, but you will have to wait a couple of years before you get the right produce. It’s easier when you get one or two year old crowns of hybrid varieties or divisions.
Asparagus likes cool spots and, and is a plant hardy to USDA zone 4. Grow it in alkaline and well drained soil right near your tomatoes. They benefit each other.
Grow Globe Artichoke Cynara cardunculus in warm climates. If you live in USDA 7 and above, grow it as an annual plant and harvest the buds from spring to mid fall. If you grow it from seeds, it will release flower buds in second year, and 3-4 years after that. Find root cuttings and starters.
Artichoke likes enough room, sunny spot, regular watering and feeding.
3. Jerusalem artichoke
It’s also known as sun artichoke and sunchoke. The tubers don’t have much starch and are packed with fiber inulin, known for its ability to lower cholesterol. Inulin is great for the function of the GI tract and enhances the good bacteria in the stomach. Plant it anywhere and get a lot of tubers every year. Plant just a few of it.
4. Tree onions
These are a variety of regular onions that grow a bunch of bulbs on the flower stalk. Once the top grows bigger, the stalks bend to the ground, starting little plants away from the parent. That’s why it’s called a “walking onion.” You can eat the top set, the leaves and the underground bulb.
Use the topsets or divide a clump to plant tree onions. Plant them at any time of the year. This plant is a hybrid of the regular onion and perennial Welsh onion.
It can be grown from seeds or started with a single clump. The leaves grow all the time, providing endless supply. Use it in salads, and are one of the most nutrient dense food you will grow in your garden.
It’s the first to grow in spring. It grows well in cool areas as it doesn’t withstand heat above 90F. Rhubarb likes well-drained soil and rich manure. Plant sections of the roots in early spring and water the soil regularly. Plan the spacing. You can harvest it for 2-3 years, and the plant will need to be divided.
These flowers are edible, but Chinese use them as veggies. You can eat the flowers, flower buds, the roots and the base of the stalk.
Eat light roots raw and boil the larger pieces. You can stir fry the buds. Chop the stems, and add them to your stews. But first, check if you are allergic to this plant.
8. Ostrich fern
It grows well in USDA zones 3-7 and provides fiddleheads every spring. Grow it from plants and not spores.
9. Scarlet runner bean
Cook the young beans as snap beans, and shell them when they have seeds. The bright red flowers will brighten up your salads.
Start them from seeds. In winter, cut off the top, and mulch. The stems will grow in spring.
10. Potato bean
It grows wild in moist areas in USDA zones 4-9.
Both the beans and tubers are edible and rich in protein. Start them from seeds and tubers, and don’t be surprised if it is invasive in the garden.
Use it as spice, herb and veggie. The seeds are sweet and spicy.
Add it to curries and bread. Use the leaves to add flavor to your food. Use the stalks like celery.
Grow it in poor soil to get better flavor, and use seeds. It grows well in USDA zones 5-10.
12. Sweet potato
If you grow it in warmer spots, it turns into a perennial plant. It spreads very easily. You can eat the tubers and leaves. Cook the shoots like spinach.
Sweet potatoes can be grown from rooted cuttings or let the tubers sprout. They also like loose and fertile soil.
Eat the young leaves raw and cook the older ones. Use the root to prepare tea and treat any health condition thanks to its anti-inflammatory and diuretic effect.
Grow them from seeds. Simple as that.
It’s a leafy veggie with a lemony zing. It grows well in USDA zones 4-9. It may withstand frost but not for too long. Don’t worry if it dies down. The plant will grow again in spring. Eat the leaves raw or add them to soups.
Plant the seedlings in spring. Start with a few plants as the sorrel patches spread quickly. Cut off any stalks when the plant bolts.
Mulch the plant and prevent overcrowding to eat strawberries for several years. Strawberries like sun and slightly acidic soil. Woodland strawberry grows well in partial shade.
The plant is cold hardy to USDA zone 3, but doesn’t grow well in hot areas. Plant rooted cuttings 6-feet apart to give them enough space.
The bush likes rich and well-drained soil, regular watering, potassium fertilizers, and dolomite limestone topdressing. Prune them regularly to get neat bushes and large berries.
They grow well in sunny spots in cool areas and partial shade in warm areas. Grow them from cuttings in moist and slightly acidic soil.
Prune the plant every year, and use the fruits to make jams and jelly.
It’s a mix of gooseberry and black currants. The plant is resistant to diseases that affect the parent species.
Plant the jostaberry cuttings in rich and moist soil. They will produce within 2-3 years. Give them enough space, and keep in mind that they are self-fertile.
They grow well in USDA zones 3-10. Plant the rooted cuttings in spring. Make sure they are planted 6-8 feet apart. They want rich soil and regular feeding.
Blueberries love acid and grow in soils with pH5 that are moist and well-drained. Prune the bush occasionally. | agronomy |
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Climate change will lead to increasingly severe stress on agricultural production and productivity, and here the solution may very well be that fungi will be brought into use as a new generation of agricultural inoculants to provide more robust, more nutrient efficient, and more drought tolerant crop plants.
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Saturday, 6 September 2008
The great thing in growing strawberries is to look well ahead and to make early preparation for the next year's crop. Some gardeners treat the growing of Strawberry plants as annuals; that is to say, they pull them up after they have produced one crop of berries.
Most Strawberry Gardeners take two crops of fruit before destroying the plants; others leave them for the third season. We have at times cropped the late fruiting variety called La Sans Revival over five years. These Strawberry Plants bare fruit from early December until late January and are very hard to find nowadays.
The plants are set out in buckets and placed high up in a Spanish tunnel late in October and are ready to crop at Christmas time, as you are probably aware fresh produced Strawberries will command a high price at the local market.
Any longer in the cropping of the mid-season crop varieties will reduce the size of the berries, this is not a loss because the fruit is ideal for preserving.
Taking Strawberry Plant Runners, for any gardener new to Strawberry Growing, a Strawberry Runner is a small plantlet that will shoot out of the centre of the mother plant on a long stem. This stem will at times produce up to ten plantlets, these plantlets can be pegged down, or pushed into the soil where they will root and produce another young plant.
(We will go more into collecting runners next month). Runners are your next batch of plants for cropping. The constant succession of good quality Strawberries can only be kept up by preparing a fresh stock of young plants every year, since the Strawberry is at its best under ordinary cultivation in its second year.
However, this is not to say that those who make a fresh plantation only every second year will not have good results. A method that is strongly recommended is this; Plant the Strawberry Plants in September in rows 18 inches apart, putting each plant 9 inches from its neighbour.
There will be a fair crop from each plant the following season, but if all the plants were allowed to remain for another year they would be much to crowed.
The plan therefore, is to dig out every other plant in the row, this will leave the remaining plants 18 inches apart, which is sufficient distance to allow between them. They may then be left for one to two seasons as the grower desires.
The plants should be removed after three seasons, do not try to force a fourth year, as the plants will be diseased and to woody to produce any decent crop, plus the space the plants are taking up is needed for root crop (potato), this crop will open up the soil ready for the following years planting.
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Tuesday, 17 June 2008
Freshly Dug Runners
Either loosely packed in plastic bags or properly potted up, they are usually sold in late autumn and early spring, depending on the severity of the weather.
Cold Stored Runners
Dug in winter, with their leaves trimmed off and then stored in the cold to be taken out for sale from spring to late summer. They will not establish well if planted later than this.
Potted Up Cold Stored Runners
These offer the most versatile option as they have been potted up by the nursery and grown on in a greenhouse for planting from mid-summer until autumn. They will cost more than bare rooted runners but are much more dependable.
Experience has shown that all pot grown plants establish best if they are in bio-degradable pots which are then planted entire, allowing you to avoid the root disturbance that strawberries resent. The best nurseries will always pot up routinely in this way.
About one week before planting, scatter Growmore or fish, blood and bone over the bed at 68g per square metre (2oz per square yard) and rake it into the surface. Plant pot grown or bare rooted runners with a trowel and firm them in very thoroughly, ensuring that the roots are all covered and that the crown is on the soil surface, not protruding. Water thoroughly after planting.
There is a good deal of nonsense talked about the need to remove the flowers from strawberries in the first year. This is only necessary or worthwhile if they have been planted as bare rooted cold stored runners. Pot grown plants, put into a well manured and fertilized soil will be perfectly strong enough to crop as soon as they are ready.
Visit the Strawberry Store for a great selection of seeds and plants.
Tuesday, 27 May 2008
Growing strawberries in containers is not difficult, in fact there are very few garden plants that can't be grown in containers, although soft fruit generally do not make successful subjects. This is because most types are fairly shallowly rooted and therefore prone to drying out. Any plant in a container will suffer more easily from water shortage than one in the open garden, and water shortage in a fruiting plant means poor quality fruit. All of these factors can lead to problems, but if you are prepared to devote more than the normal amount of attention to watering and plant initially with care, then it is possible to obtain modest crops of soft fruit, even on a paved area by someone with no real garden.
Because of their small size, strawberries are the most amenable of soft fruit to container cultivation. You can either use a strawberry tub, made of terracotta or plastic and with holes in the sides, or alternatively an open wooden half-barrel or similar sized vessel. They are a fairly attractive option for someone who otherwise has no room to grow strawberries, but they are far from ideal. A great deal of good soil based compost will be required and the crop will inevitably be fairly small because most of the runners must be removed and the plants placed close together, so restricting them in size. Watering will be a necessary and continuing chore and you may well have poor ripening. This is because half of the container will almost inevitably face away from the sun, unless it is small enough to be turned regularly. It will also be necessary to help the pollination process by dusting over the open flowers with a soft paint brush. With relatively few plants you must ensure that as many flowers as possible set fruit.
One of the most interesting developments in container raising of soft fruit in recent years has been to grow strawberries in long containers above head height in greenhouses, so that the fruit hangs down for ease of picking. Commercially, various systems have been adopted, including the use of growing bags of soilless compost and wide diameter sections of plastic gutter pipe into which drainage holes have been drilled. Any system of this type does depend on having strong shelves to support the containers and ideally, on installing some system of automated irrigation and provision of liquid feed. This is probable not a technique suitable for every garden, but a gardener with a large, more or less redundant greenhouse could make excellent use of the facility and could extend the strawberry cropping season considerably by using day-neutral varieties such as Selva, Fern, Tribute and Tristar. These will crop all year round if temperatures are adequate as they are not dependant, like the more familiar and older varieties, on the long days of summer for flowering to commence.
Visit the Strawberry Store for a great selection of Containers and Planters.
Saturday, 24 May 2008
I know that I share many other gardeners' sentiments in saying that I simply couldn't grow soft fruit without proper protection. At a pinch, canes and bushes can be protected by throwing loose netting over them, but this rarely very satisfactory and I have to say that my own considerable investment in plants and time would be wasted without the added cost of a decent cage. There are now several proprietary fruit cages available in fairly readily assembled kit form. Most comprise a light tubular aluminium frame over which lightweight plastic netting is fitted.
Modern modular construction means that almost any size of cage can be constructed to fit your own range of plants. Alternatively, a more robust cage can be made from rustic poles of treated timber, if preferred.
The netting should be chosen carefully and be of a mesh size that excludes small birds and yet be unlikely to trap their legs. The ideal mesh is between about 0.5in (1.3cm) and 0.75in (2cm) across. The side netting on proprietary fruit cages is usually plastic but galvanised chicken wire makes a stronger construction for cages with wooden frames. Galvanised wire should not be for the top netting, however. Not only is it harder to support than lightweight plastic, but damage to fruit plants will occur from zinc washed from the netting by rain. Lower cages of similar style, about 12in (30cm) tall can be used for strawberry beds, although growing early strawberries under cloches obviates the need for any additional protection. | agronomy |
http://www.beautifulnchomes.com/fall-fun/ | 2018-08-19T05:59:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221214702.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20180819051423-20180819071423-00220.warc.gz | 0.905054 | 690 | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__7604624 | en | The days are getting shorter, the air is getting colder, and the leaves are starting to turn brilliant shades of red, orange and brown—Fall is here. If you’re looking for an excuse to head outside and enjoy the cool weather, Fall colors and festivities, here are 5 ways you can have a little Fall fun this weekend.
1. Hiking under the Fall Leaves
Say goodbye to swarming insects, humidity and the heat of summer, and hello to 70 degree weather and vibrant colors of changing leaves—for many states, Fall is the best time of the year to go hiking in the woods. Maggie Valley, NC and Boone, NC are the best places for some prime leaf peeping–you really can’t go wrong if you’re hiking in North Carolina this Fall.
2. Apple Picking
The apple—the fruit of Fall’s labor—what better way is there to spend a weekend in the Fall than picking apples at your local farm or orchard? Apples make up the key ingredient in many of the season’s signature treats and festivities—bobbing for apples, homemade apple cider, apple pie and caramel apples—apple picking is about more than having fun on the weekend, it’s about stocking up on an essential ingredient for the rest of the season’s festivities. If you’re looking for some of the best places to go apple picking this Fall, Carrigan Farms in Mooresville, North Carolina, Sky Top Orchard in Flat Rock, North Carolina, Deal Orchards in Taylorsville, North Carolina, are some of the most famous apple picking sites in NC. It’d be impractical to list all of them here, so check out your local newspaper for apple picking opportunities near you.
3. Pumpkin Picking
You know that Fall is here, when the scent of pumpkin spice starts permeating the air of cafes and restaurants across the Carolinas—pumpkin pies, pumpkin coffee, pumpkin beer and pumpkin doughnuts are mainstays of the Fall season. What better way is there to kick off the fall, than with going to the local pumpkin patch? Heading to the local pumpkin patch to pick out a pumpkin for Halloween is one of our favorite Fall traditions!
No list of Fall fun activities would be complete without mentioning Oktoberfest, the largest beer festival in the world. Even if you can’t make it to the annual Volksfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, the holiday is celebrated by beer enthusiasts worldwide. Taking place the month of October, beer festivals can be found at the Charlotte Oktoberfest and the Hickory Oktoberfest. Consume copious amounts of beer and Bavarian cuisine at an Oktoberfest near you.
5. Camping under the Fall Foliage
There’s nothing quite as relaxing as spending a weekend under a vibrant canopy of orange, red and yellow. The weather is cooler, but not quite cold enough to require heavier camping gear and clothing, and the lack of insects and humidity makes camping in the Fall especially relaxing. Whether you decide to pitch a tent in the middle of the untamed wilderness or rent a homely lakeside log cabin for a weekend of fishing, you’ll be glad you found an excuse to spend a weekend under the colors of Autumn leaves. | agronomy |
https://www.earthboundfarm.co.uk/pages/the-ripe-cidery | 2023-12-01T23:44:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100308.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201215122-20231202005122-00856.warc.gz | 0.962281 | 134 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__43972378 | en | The Ripe Cidery
Our good friends Georgie, Cameron and Raff (the dog) at Ripe cider will be setting up shop in our shared barn space whilst we work together to establish an orchard full of old cider varieties from the South West. Their low-intervention Cider is exceptionally tasty and is made from apples collected from orchards mostly a stone's throw from the farm. With all the same values, we are excited to begin planting apples and to have Georgie and Cameron as part of the team.
Check out what bottles they're working on at the moment and find them for sale online through the link to their website below | agronomy |
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Quality is important to entrepreneur Kees van Wijk. Originally a rose grower, he has many years of experience in various aspects in the cultivation of quality products. Knowledge and expertise of the Phalaenopsis really counts to the growers family.
There is one thing that matters at VW Orchids: bringing out the very best in their products. By focusing on a specific product, large flowering Phalaenopsis in 12 cm pot size, VW Orchids want to prove that they are the quality breeder in the area. A company where the cultivation of Phalaenopsis is elevated to a craft. Attention is paid to the plants with craftsmanship and care. Since 2016, Kees and his team have been busy organizing the company to create the optimal structure. They built everything themselves - from each screw to the each system. It is special and unique. The result is a modern greenhouse, where plants can be cooled during cultivation, benefiting the overall quality of their products.
The best varieties
Only the best varieties deserve a place in the VW Orchids range. We select the best Phalaenopsis all year round, focusing on the length of the plant as well as the number of flowers per plant. Our aim is a minimum of 10 flowers per spike! The difference in the lengths we can offer, from 60 to 80 cm, puts VW Orchids at the top of the Phalaenopsis market.
Our limited selection consists solely of large flowering, white varieties, and each type is available all year round. Our close cooperation with breeders means we can keep our eye on new and even better varieties. So VW Orchids can continue to amaze you with the beauty of the white Phalaenopsis! | agronomy |
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Honours degree in Natural Sciences and Agriculture, thereafter studies and research specializing in the evaluation, development and management of Natural Resources.
Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and one time Fellow of the Royal Statistical Society.
H.M. Colonial Agricultural Service Jamaica; promoted Senior Soils Scientist Malaya but resigned from the Colonial Agricultural Service preferring to accept the offer and more direct challenges of industry; Director of R. and D. the Sugar Industry of Jamaica; founding Technical Director of Booker Agriculture International ( a subsidiary of Booker PLC of London England which became subsequently Booker Tate International Ltd, jointly owned by Booker PLC. and Tate and Lyle PLC); was invited to apply for the post of Senior Agricultural Adviser to the British Government's Department of Overseas Development(the current equivalent of the most senior post in the old Colonial Agricultural Service). Has served as international Agricultural Consultant to Acres International of Niagara Falls, Ontario (in the course of which he was involved in projects financed by CIDA and others.
From HM. Queen Elizabeth the Second - Commander of the Order of the British Empire; From the University of the West Indies - Doctor of Science
Both were awarded in recognition of service to Jamaica - for the advances made in its agricultural economy, and in its overall economy as a result of his reporting of Jamaica's extensive reserves of bauxite - an important ore of Aluminium. (When Alcan Jamaica went into production he became involved in the agricultural restoration of their mined areas and was also instrumental in having the Company join with the Sugar Companies in the improvement of their considerable areas of pasture and their cattle.
Responsible for the technical direction of the diversification of the Booker involvement in tropical agriculture from sugarcane in Guyana (since c.1800AD) and the West Indies into sugar and agriculture in general, dispersed over the tropics and sub-tropics; and finally - into temperate agriculture in the UK where the Company now is one of the largest corporate joint farming and forest management enterprises whose associates include some of the country's large land owners, private individuals; major financial institutions and pension funds.
He was Technical Director and adviser to Booker companies' involved in US farm management (at their peak, managing 400,000 acres odd), and to whom he was responsible for the evaluation of natural resources and related development in different parts of the country.
Was also technically responsible for the successful development of Booker's entry into commercial salmon farming on the West Coast of Scotland.( They are now one of the largest producers in Europe and currently hold the coveted French Cordon Rouge for quality farmed salmon,The British Government and the EEC have recognized the Company's positive contribution to the economy of one of the most depressed areas of the UK).
Was also responsible for Bookers entry into marine aqua culture on the BC west coast, and for evaluating other related resources and mari-culture opportunities.
Has served on the boards of a variety of companies associated with some of the above, the last being a seeds company in Alberta, and he still remains a consultant to Booker Tate International Ltd.
In all he has been involved in about fifty countries covering most of the ecological zones of the planet and from below sea level to Himalayan elevations. Increasingly, integrated development has become the foundation for success and whilst crops for export may be sometimes a factor, it is of the greatest importance to pay attention to the internal economy of a country, to the preservation and improved management of the natural resources, and to agricultural diversity as well as a balance between plantation agriculture and small settler development (Interestingly, rather parallel considerations apply to fish farming and aqua culture.
In developing and managing projects importance has been attached to training ,whether at the individual farm level or at the overall project level, the objective being to leave in place highly efficient enterprises totally managed, whatever the technology and disciplines utilized) by nationals themselves. To this end inter-project experience and technical training schools are developed, sometimes on an ongoing basis, as well as the continuing use of project operated and directed applied research adequate to monitor the project's current variance and to cater for the project's continued future optimum development. Projects have even included correcting deficiencies in the local infrastructure if these are critical to the success of the development e.g., to schools and health care, and to pioneering such fundamental requirements as overall river valley authorities or other regional-related control requirements . The Juba valley in Somalia is a case in point, alas unnecessarily tested and damaged by Russian and Chinese competition for political influence in the Horn of Africa (preceding the country's tragic current state).
Some Other Aspects:
Studies and projects have involved a variety of partnerships and associations including the "World Bank", the Food and Agriculture Organization, the United Nations Industry Development Plan, the principal International Aid institutions, Governments and Government Agencies, private Banks and Corporations including Bookers' own finance - the last a feature shared by few Third World consultants, contractors or managers, and an important test in many situations of credibility; as is performance related remuneration.
Has served on various government boards, commissions. authorities and inquiries, many country specific dealing inter alia with agricultural policy, education and industrialization, and others of international status such as for the World Bank, the International Sugar Technologists Association (vice-president) and affiliated Associations, The hnperial College of Tropical Agriculture, subsequently to become the University of the West Indies, the West Indies Sugar Cane Breeding Station; etc.
Has kept in close contact with an extensive network of scientists at international agricultural research institutions maintained by governments, universities and private enterprise. Sponsored the compilation and publication (Longmans) of a reference Manual dealing with soils evaluation, incorporating Booker Agriculture International's extensive experience. The Manual appears to be catering successfully to a strong international demand.
The largest Project:
The overall technical direction of a consortium lead by Booker Agriculture International in association with Iranian official and unofficial nationals to define and to develop a plan to maximize Iran's domestic food production in response to the country's reducing oil reserves. The associated studies involved inter alia an evaluation of Iran's relevant natural resources, existing agriculture and the factors affecting it, such as education, research facilities and extension, marketing, credit, the role of government departments and the internal administration of the country, traditional and social conditions affecting agriculture and how to initiate change using amongst other matters, a series of closely monitored,. large, expanding development areas. The work was well advanced when the Shah was overthrown.
It is sad that the future of once efficient enterprises owned by the parent companies of Booker Tate International, and others including those owned by the Governments and nationals of other countries, to varying degrees indigenously managed (including total), are gravely threatened or worse.. Thus it comes about that Booker Tate are back in Guyana and Jamaica, as well as in St. Kitts and Barbados at the invitation of the Governments, assisting in the re-establishing of viable modern sugar industries - a phenomenon which has been variously repeated elsewhere and has become increasingly prevalent internationally - a phenomenon also, often enormously exacerbated by the early exodus of trained,experienced indigenous personnel - frequently the best, to more advanced, industrialized countries. An understanding of the above and why it should have happened in the countries specifically mentioned, especially with their long histories of educational, business and social interchange with North America and the United Kingdom, is of particular importance and needs pursuing. Their problems, generally, are part of the much wider complex which afflicts the Third and Developing "Worlds at large - the unsustainable population densities, expanding at explosive rates; the unstable climatic phenomena characteristic of the inter - tropical frontal systems, often of catastrophic proportions; the degraded state of their natural resources and of much of their investment, especially in irrigation and other infrastructural works; the lack of capital and the absence of integrated development and management within regions defined by catchments i.e., by watersheds or other definable regulated areas ; the clout and quality of public opinion as well as the quality and stability of governments; the effects of tribalism, religious intolerance and the degree of exposure to conflicting internationally directed ideologies.
In the development and stabilizing of rural communities experience shows that there is no substitute for highly integrated, indigenously managed projects (developments) with large multiplier effects e.g., inter alia developments which pay particular attention to small settler agriculture where farmers have experienced success and understand its causes. Successful farmers are quick to learn what influences their livelihood and to defend it. But the maximizing of regional productivity and with it the stabilizing of rural communities also demands that primary production be extended by adding value, all supported by related services and, if possible, by a degree of supplementary,miscellaneous industrialization. In all of this, little can be more damaging than inept government interference in pricing, in the way international aid inkind is managed (often to the severe detriment of agricultural production), and in. the lack of the coordination inherent in any viable plan of regional development. | agronomy |
https://bluebellcoffeeco.com/product/mukunga-kenia/?lang=en | 2023-06-10T11:42:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224657169.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610095459-20230610125459-00362.warc.gz | 0.97667 | 271 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__202871258 | en | Most of the coffee trees on the farm were planted in the 1970s. The farm benefits from red volcanic soils and high annual precipitation, which are divided into two rainy seasons and two dry seasons each year.
The support of partners like Kahawa Bora helps farmers generate long-term profitability.
Most small farm owners have small-scale production, and before Kahawa Bora was established, they would blend the coffees from their farms before taking them to the mill. This meant that coffee from small farms was often anonymous, which also limited payment based on recognition or quality.
Kahawa Bora recognizes the importance of cultivating supportive relationships with coffee producers and roasters alike. The mill provides crucial services for the farmers and cooperatives they work with.
With the purchase of the Kahawa Bora mill, it is now even easier to maintain traceability intact from the individual farmer who grew the lot to the roaster. Additionally, small-scale owners can receive larger payments for their production and link their name to their coffees for consumers to see.
The farm is located in the Atlantic Forest Biome, which corresponds to 13.04% of the Brazilian national territory. Together with Flor de Café’s environmental team, the farm is being mapped, and native trees are being classified and cataloged. | agronomy |
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http://jaume-sole.com/vu8dhwh/a7ef17-when-are-blackcurrants-in-season-uk | 2023-06-10T04:15:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224656963.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610030340-20230610060340-00196.warc.gz | 0.947622 | 3,246 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__157205641 | en | They’re home grown, healthy and delicious – and in season now. Storing. On the savoury front, they go well with game, so it’s worth freezing a few trays and waiting until autumn brings its venison. Appearing as they do for only a few weeks in British summertime, blackcurrants are often considered to have a short season. Like many fruit crops and woody plants, blackcurrants require a period of chilling before they start to grow in spring. By familiarizing ourselves with the UK’s growing seasons you can choose the best fresh foods to eat for the time of year. Warmer winters may not provide sufficient chilling for blackcurrants in the UK, delaying the start of the growing season and resulting in reduced yields and lower fruit quality, researchers have found. The fruit is only in season for a few weeks in Britain during the summer, so it’s important to make the most of blackcurrants while they’re around, and we don’t just mean by drinking as much Ribena as you can. Frozen free flowing currants should possess a clean delicate natural favour of the blackcurrant with no off flavours present. Especially if the strawberries are plentiful. Fruits in season in December. The most intensely coloured and flavoured of all currants, blackcurrants are highly aromatic and have a delicious tart flavour. It keeps some of the bubbles, making a light pudding, perfect for summer days. Buy any 4 or more bulk boxes (10/12/13/15kg) and save 5% (discount applied at checkout) . Less 'bits' in the finished jam. Find out how to select and prepare blackcurrants and what you can make with them. “They have the right levels of naturally occurring pectin and acid,” she says. Stir in the gelatine powder, mixing well to dissolve all the powder. Jams aside, her top tip is to use redcurrants and blackcurrants in a summer pudding, along with strawberries and raspberries, packed into a pudding basin lined with a good white loaf. Serve with the jellies, decorated with small mint sprigs. Lots is strawberries still around. “They have four times more vitamin C in them than oranges, weight for weight,” she points out. Chill until set, approx 1 hour. Blackcurrants have been hailed as a homegrown superfood, with no air miles or expensive extraction to worry about. It allows our most engaged readers to debate the big issues, share their own experiences, discuss real-world solutions, and more. Add the elderflower bubbly. Wait for a minute or two to let the mixture settle, then dab away any froth with kitchen paper. They are individually quick frozen, strigged (to remove the stalks), hand selected and packed. Will green gage plums ripen abit more once picked. When picking ripe fruit, sometimes unripe fruit is dislodged and I don't want to discard it. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Due to the climate and soil conditions in Herefordshire blackcurrants thrive. For more on the many health benefits of this wonderful fruit, visit www.blackcurrantfoundation.co.uk. WHETHER you pop them in smoothies, make them into a compote or serve with roast duck, blackcurrants, which are in season throughout the summer months and available frozen the rest of … Methods are more sophisticated these days, but it’s all still done by hand. @Katey - it's never too late! We’re well acquainted with blackcurrants made into juice. As much as they are loved for their tart flavour, blackcurrants can’t compete with sweeter berries, especially when it comes to snacking on uncooked berries, as we do with punnets of strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. Blackcurrants are also a very fine mixer if you enjoy a cocktail or two. Tart and aromatic blackcurrants are at their best in summer. If you grow your own fruit you will look forward to huge harvests of delicious fresh fruit. Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Ribena is trying to manage Britain’s unpredictable weather patterns by sourcing blackcurrants from across the country, from Kent to Scotland. Can you ripen blackcurrants off the vine? So why have blackcurrants been neglected, while blueberries and gojis get all the glory? Meanwhile, make the compôte: gently warm the blackcurrants, 1 tablespoon of the sugar and water in a pan until the blackcurrants just start to soften and release a little of their juice. Share Your Story, Join the Discussion or Seek Advice... Tree Dressing: Traditions, Myths and Modern Practices. Sweet, juicy, plump and purple, blackcurrants are a joy. Finding the right window of opportunity to harvest odd fruit here and there is difficult. Blackcurrants tend to ripen in July, some of the latest varieties will fruit into August and a few very early varieties may be ripe by late June. One of the most popular drinks in the UK is called Ribena. Due to the climate and soil conditions in Herefordshire blackcurrants thrive. Rather, it stands out because we import so many types of fresh produce throughout the year but rely on frozen blackcurrants. Which other fruits can I pick here? I am currently living and Portugal and finishing my last bottle of sloe gin.Does anyone know if the sloe berries are ripe yet in the Wiltshire region? 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Farm Nepal believes on spiritual power and benefits of organic plus sustainable farming , as we are dedicated to produce organic foods higher in nutritional values including organic cheese , organic coffee , nettles products , rabbit meat , ostrich meat and eggs and many other organic vegetables .Beside healthy food products Farm Nepal also produces and sale Earthworm manure , Rabbit manure for better and healthy farmings.
Farm Nepal uses modern techniques to produce all the agricultural organic products as well as we manage by-products efficiently. Farm Nepal provides farm internship and farm training for free, who are interested in sustainable organic farming. We are very happy to follow the path of sustainable organic farming and sharing the techniques and ideas with all Nepalese. | agronomy |
https://zw.radiate-net.org.uk/491-citrus-10-varieties-to-discover-to-fill-up-on-vitami.html | 2021-12-02T06:51:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964361169.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20211202054457-20211202084457-00190.warc.gz | 0.94671 | 622 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__39511095 | en | Despite its low reputation, the bitter orange is in a way very popular: it is its fruit - the bitter orange - which makes it possible to make the orange marmalade. It is this same tree, through its flower this time, which makes the happiness of the perfumers and which one finds in certain culinary preparations (Grand Marnier, orange blossom water…).
Despite appearances, it is not a clement tree that we are dealing with here, but a file. The acidity of the fruits is high, with an intermediate flavor between that of the lime and that of the clementine.
Despite its nickname "lime", lime is not a variety of lemon. This citrus fruit is characterized by a very fine texture which adheres to the pulp and by a very juicy flesh. It is the acidic and very fragrant flavor of this fruit which is the secret of many tropical cocktails (margarita, ti-punch…).
It is mainly for its ornamental aspect that the kugli is cultivated: deep green foliage and particularly fragrant flowering. When ripe, the fruits take on an almost red color while their flesh is adorned with a sweet and sour flavor.
Its name evokes Florida, its sun ... It is, with orange, one of the star citrus fruits for breakfast because of its very juicy flesh.
The mandarin comes from a small tree native to Southeast Asia. For generations, it has delighted schoolchildren with its ability to be slipped into a pocket. Easy to take away, easy to snack on… and so tasty despite the glitches it can hold. Here, a representative of the variety "Satsuma".
You may never have tasted its fruits. However the poncirus - also called thorny lemon tree - is the easiest variety of citrus to grow in our climates because of its great hardiness which allows it to withstand negative temperatures down to -20 ° C. Its fruits must be cooked to be digestible.
The long kumquat
Here is a nice little citrus fruit, which you can taste in a few bites without even having to peel it! We then take advantage of two flavors: the tangy one of the flesh mixed with the bitter one of the bark. The long kumquat (here) is one of the most common varieties.
The kiquat meiwa
Each variety of kumquat has its own flavor. Here a foot of "meiwa" whose fruits have a bark with a sweeter flavor. Fruiting takes place from January to March. | agronomy |
https://disznokoblog.hu/what-can-we-expect-from-the-wines-of-the-2023-vintage/ | 2024-04-15T02:06:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816939.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415014252-20240415044252-00007.warc.gz | 0.947309 | 905 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__133166759 | en | What can we expect from the wines of the 2023 vintage?
The 2023 vintage stands out for its excellence. Our dry wines boast fruity, fresh flavors, wonderfully balanced, while our aszú wines, enriched by superb botrytization, offer a rich and intricate taste experience.
Weather Conditions of the Vintage
Cool, wet spring with late bud break
We had a chilly, damp spring that took its time to get going, with buds breaking out later than usual on April 19. Following a winter that seemed to favor rain, especially in January, we found ourselves greeted by more cool, wet weather until May, slowing down the growth of our young vines.
Summer warmth and September sunshine
Things took a turn for the better come mid-May, when the weather turned dry and sunny. By June 1, the first blooms were out, right on schedule. The blossoms lingered until June 17. Despite the dampness that seemed to stick around, our grapes managed to dodge the worst of it, with black rot being more of a nuisance than a disaster. However, as June waned into July, we had highly high temperatures, causing some damage from powdery mildew in several of our plots. Bunch closure occurred around mid-July.
As August rolled in, so did the heat, with the last two weeks bringing temperatures hitting 37-39°C, nudging our furmint grapes into ripeness by mid-month. The beginning of September brought beautiful weather again, making it the warmest September on record.
Autumn’s arrival with rain and botrytis
With autumn came the rains, and high temperatures, abundant rainfall, and plenty of humidity provided the perfect recipe for fine botrytization. October kept the good weather going, letting us the selection of aszú berries. However, from the end of October, heavy rainfalls prevented concentration in the already botrysed grapes. In November, fine weather alternated with heavy rain, diluting the grapes’ concentration further.
The Harvest Experience
Between September 13 and 22, we embarked on the exciting journey of harvesting healthy grapes for our beloved dry white wines. With meticulous care, we ensured that already botrytized clusters remained on the vines, preserving their unique character. Despite the ripe skins and seeds, we noticed a slight dip in sugar content, a delightful quirk of nature.
Simultaneously, we delved into the enchanting task of gathering aszú berries from our zéta grapes and furmint parcels nestled atop the hills. The warm embrace of October’s gentle rains bestowed upon us a bounty of high-quality aszú berries. During this period, only a handful of berries in each cluster bore the mark of botrytis. Thus, in our initial selection, we painstakingly handpicked these finely botrytized, high-quality aszú berries.
While the yield of our selected aszú berries met expectations, their quality mirrored that of great vintages like 2013.: very clear aszú berries with a distinct purple hue, luscious, jammy and fruity flavors, and the delightful crunch of their brown seeds.
As October bid farewell, we commenced the second phase of our selection process in our furmint and zéta parcels. This time, entire clusters were harvested, with keen eyes selecting only the finest aszú berries. The remaining grape bunches gracefully transformed into the backbone of our aszú wines, serving as base must and wine.
By November the berries boasted exquisite botrytization, but frequent and heavy rains prevented complete shriveling crucial for aszú wine production. Thus, from clusters containing well-botrytized but sufficiently juicy berries, we made Édes Szamorodni and Late Harvest wines. The grand finale of our harvest unfolded on November 14, with the tender gathering of hárslevelű.
2023 brought warmth and rain. While the rain was good for aszú grapes, towards the end of harvest, the shriveling of botrytized grapes was hindered, resulting in the average concentration of sweet szamorodni lots falling short of previous years. Quality can be likened to the greatest aszú vintages, such as 2013, where ripening took its time, but botrytis developed late on already ripe grapes rich in acids. | agronomy |
https://selvabio.com/gb/home/1-selvabio-organic-gelatinized-triple-maca-root-powder-0784927218297.html | 2024-04-19T19:32:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817442.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419172411-20240419202411-00314.warc.gz | 0.891011 | 749 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__123584437 | en | Triple maca is a blend of all maca root powders, making it a suitable favourite for the general public. Our Triple Maca keeps and shares all nutritional properties from all of the maca root range colours there are; light grey/dark grey, light purple/dark purple, and light yellow/dark yellow. We recommend our Organic Gelatinized Red Maca root powder instead if you desire more specific properties or our Organic Gelatinized Black Maca if you’re a serious athlete or bodybuilder.
Studies have indicated different effects from different roots for both men and women. Black tends to be more for men and red for women. Our triple maca, however, is the perfect blend for the general public!
Our gelatinized maca powder is original from Peru. Our local farmers maintain a traditional approach to the harvest of the roots which aside from being organic enhances and fortifies their properties to the fullest. Once harvested the roots are sun dried for about 3 months. This makes our maca taste sweeter as well as maintaining a high nutritional value.
Our maca is found only in the central highlands of Peru; on the Junin plateau between 3,800 to 4,400 m.a.s.l.
SelvaBio compromises itself with sustaining a socio-environmental approach towards its products that enables the highest quality in organic whilst taking care of the environment.
Our maca is original from Peru. Our local farmers harvest the root from the Junin plateau and let the roots to sun dry for about 3 months. After, they’re pulverized and pre-heated to achieve starch gelatinization, the same substance found in potatoes and some legumes that can cause a bloating sensation and, in sensitive stomachs unaccustomed to the consumption of maca, cause stomach ache and uncomfortable gases.
We sustain a strong relationship with our local campesino farmers in South America so they get a fair price for their crops, helping local farming families and allowing traditional farming and harvesting to continue, giving us the best organic quality.
We use the word ‘campesino’ because we believe it has sacred connotations. In South America, a farmer isn’t just an ordinary person. A farmer is the land itself, the trees, the rivers, the soil. A farmer is the bridge to the nature we’ve distanced ourselves to much with. A farmer should be loved and appreciated and so the land will feel this too.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. A food supplement is not a proper substitute from a balanced and varied diet.
Store in a cool, dry place.
We do recommend that if you’re pregnant or changing your diet drastically you should always contact your doctor before doing so.
Our gelatinized maca powder is completely organic in nature and extracted to provide you with the finest quality that will benefit your body, your mind and your spirit.
Maca is rich in the following:
Vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E and Niacin.
It also provides plenty of calcium, copper, zinc, iron, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus and amino acids.
We highly recommend adding our Gelatinized Maca Root powders to smoothies, natural juices, shakes, muesli, yoghurt, coffee, soups, stews, or even add to your baking.
Usage: For adults 1-2 tablespoons per day. For children 1 teaspoon per day. | agronomy |
https://www.ilpoggiovini.it/history/?lang=en | 2024-03-02T14:24:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475825.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302120344-20240302150344-00347.warc.gz | 0.967349 | 501 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__166545099 | en | Once upon a time ther was Granpa Barbato
From 1760 to the early 1900s, the Fusco family was a family of farmers from the hills of the ancient Samnium. The opportunity to become winemakers appeared, in full Italy’s fascist period, in original circumstances that have always been handed down with a smile in the family. Grandfather Barbato, who emigrated to Brazil, used to send money to his family, along with the news about him.
The indirect recipient of the letter was the Potestà of Torrecuso, at the time a very small rural center, where only a few and mostly men of the institutions were able to read and write. Perhaps eager to surrender to an extra temptation, the head of the municipal government didn’t think twice about pocketing the money. He read the Brazilian letter to the family, flying over the references to the attached money and focusing on the health of the writer.
After years of this correspondence, one day it happened that Barbato announced his return to Torrecuso for the next month. Poor Potestà, he almost had a stroke. But the survival instinct of power solved everything. In the form of a liberal donation, the Fusco family was granted the Defenze land in Torrecuso, 3 hectares of wild hills, beautifully exposed to the sun, naturally suited to the cultivation of vines.
From winegrowers to wine producers
The Fusco family farm is still located in the Defenze district. Here Giuseppe, father of Carmine and Marco, began with commitment to start the first harvests of Aglianico to which they added, in the mid-1980s, also the cultivation of Falanghina grapes. In 1997 the big step: Carmine and Marco decided not to limit themselves to cultivating the vineyard but to produce wine.
Among the local winemakers, the Fusco family can historically boast some advances: the first concrete tanks for fermentation, the first rototiller and, above all, the culture of making wine mature in wood. The two magnificent 50-hectolitre local oak barrels that grandfather Carmine commissioned from a local cooper, are displayed in the farm, beautifully preserved. In 2001 the first bottles of Aglianico and Falanghina were sold. Today, Il Poggio exports mainly to northern Europe, Canada and the United States. | agronomy |
https://allthegreenthings.com/blogs/news/indoor-plant-care-tips-for-winter | 2023-12-07T22:42:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100705.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207221604-20231208011604-00104.warc.gz | 0.947576 | 798 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__304792531 | en | Indoor Plant Care Tips for Winter
The chill is creeping in and now is the time to get yourself and your indoor plants prepared for the cold months ahead.
While it is tempting to want to keep tending to your plant babies as you normally would throughout the warmer months, autumn is an ideal time to start weening yourself off these habits.
As plant growth slows right down during the cooler season, they will require a lot less maintenance. Here are few key tips for indoor plant care in winter:
1. Watering indoor plants in winter
This is where easing up on maintenance will begin for a lot of new plant parents.
A plant’s metabolism slows right down when it is cold so it absorbs a lot less water. Indoor plants still need a drink, but not as frequently as during the warmer months. Overwatering could waterlog your plants and lead to root rot, so keep an eye on those moisture levels to keep them from drowning.
Also, keep in mind, shorter winter days means less light. As light levels usually equal watering levels, fewer daylight hours are another reason less watering is required.
Bonus tip: A moisture meter is very handy in identifying how thirsty your plant might be to prevent overwatering.
2. Fertilising indoor plants in winter
Similarly, to water, plants do not readily absorb fertilizers when it is cold. Generally, plants are not actively growing during winter, and so continuing to fertilise them could just confuse their natural cycle.
If you have been incorporating a concentrated plant food into your watering schedule, some sources recommend easing off and using it only every fourth watering or so. But stopping altogether until spring is probably equally ideal and will at least save on fertiliser.
However, keep in mind, some plants, such as succulents, are winter growers and could do with fertilising during their cold growing season.
3. Maintaining indoor plants' humidity levels in winter
Winter weather can be very drying; that, in addition to the excess use of heaters, can be very uncomfortable (and detrimental) for your plants. Try and keep those humidity levels up by applying some (or all) of the following tips:
- Cluster your plants together. Plants will create their own little pocket of humidity when huddled together.
- Place your plants in a tray on a bed of pebbles and water with the waterline sitting just underneath the pots. Ensure the plants are not sitting directly in the water.
- Invest in a humidifier – beneficial for plants and humans! Especially during cold and flu season.
4. Getting enough light for your indoor plants in winter
Shorter days and a change in the sun’s position might make your plant’s usual corner a little darker during winter. Consider shifting any plants that are lacking their usual amount of light due to the change in season. Just be mindful that it isn’t a dramatic move, for example, into direct sunlight on a balcony – this can be more harmful than good as the plant may experience shock from the sudden change in climate.
Give your plants the best chance of soaking up any available light by giving their leaves a good wipe down to remove excess dust.
If all else fails, grow lights are another great option in the absence of natural light.
5. Avoid re-potting indoor plants during winter.
Unless absolutely necessary, it is best to avoid re-potting your plants in the cold season. Their dormancy will not allow them to acclimate as easily after they have been re-potted. This can also cause the plant stress and any new growth will be weak and leggy. Wait until spring, when they will be strong enough to make the move and enjoy watching them flourish.
With the help of these simple indoor plant care tips for winter, both you and your plants will be entering spring happy and healthy. | agronomy |
https://khuba.in/khuba-soil-conditioner | 2022-12-10T06:01:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711712.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20221210042021-20221210072021-00147.warc.gz | 0.928614 | 694 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__87441761 | en | There are several organic fertilizer benefits, some purely altruistic, others much more self-interested. First of all, most inorganic fertilizers provide only that well-known trio, nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), & Potassium (K). These three, known as the macro-nutrients, are indeed required in greater quantity than any others, but they are only three of the thirteen nutrients plants need. The three chemicals that qualify as secondary nutrients, calcium, sulfur, and magnesium are generally ignored, as are the trace nutrients, boron, chlorine, manganese, iron, zinc, copper, etc. While these are needed in far smaller quantities than the macro-nutrients, they are still essential.
Khuba Soil Conditioner contain all the above mentioned & many other trace elements that plants may need and which are not found in most chemical formulation.
Our products are derived from mineral source which take care of the earlier negative impacts, provide higher yield, and regenerate the damaged soil and reduce the need for application of external fertilizer and make them largely self sufficient over a period of time.
It is made with multiple selected natural minerals, which contain all major and micro nutrients with many other trace elements that plants may need and which are not found in most chemical formulation.
APART FROM ABOVE THERE ARE MANY ASPECTS TO BE CONSIDERED LIKE:
It is not just nutrients, we have to weigh, but how they are delivered, their compatibility, reduction in usage and many more, such attributes are to be considered to make a healthy soil, and a healthy soil makes a healthy plant which provides us nutritious food. Further, details are provided in comparisons and FAQ.
It is now, time for sustainable agriculture farming in sustainable ways, meeting present needs, without compromising the sustainability of future generations. Now it is essential to increase our knowledge base on sustainable agriculture for healthy living, sustenance and benefit of mankind.
Our happy farmer, their crops, names & contact details are available for you to interact directly about Khuba Soil Conditioner benefits & their experience.
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WATERING THE FIELDS:
COMBINING WITH OTHER:
INDICATOR OF HEALTHY PLANTS IN FIELD.
AFFORDABLE OPTION TO A SUSTAINABLE FARMING & AN INVESTMENT FOR FUTURE OF MANKIND.
Made from plant extracts, to support regain health of plant & soil to build natural resistance from within & convert as natural fertilizer after utility.
To boost an all round development of the crops by regulating their metabolic activities from root to the leaves.
To provide all round nutrients to plant & to save water simultaneously.
Our happy Farmers videos with contact details to understand efficacy of Khuba products by the users. | agronomy |
https://skyraystore.lk/product/sonoff-soil-moisture-meter-or-sensor-sri-lanka-ms01/ | 2022-06-27T17:39:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103337962.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20220627164834-20220627194834-00757.warc.gz | 0.768109 | 350 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__76760498 | en | SONOFF Smart Soil Moisture Sensor
Model – MS01
Description of SONOFF Smart Soil Moisture Sensor Model – MS01
- SONOFF Soil Moisture Meter or Sensor Sri Lanka – MS01 is a accessory of TH10/TH16,work with SONOFF TH10/16 to accurately measure soil moisture and send data to your mobile phone.
- Smart Soil Moisture Meter or Sensor MS01 can check the soil moisture anytime and anywhere to grow your flowers healthier.
- Using SONOFF Soil Moisture Meter or Sensor Sri Lanka – MS01 and TH10/16 DIY a smart watering device.
- When the moisture level of soil reaches to the setting value, the watering system connected to SonoffnTH10/16 will automatically turn on/off.
- SONOFF Soil Moisture Sensor Sri Lanka MS01 Compatible with Google Assistant, you can ask your Google Assistant for humidity conveniently.
- Smart Soil Moisture Meter or Sensor MS01 has IP55 waterproof rating allows you to water your flowers without the need of taking the sensor out, even leaving it in the rain.
- MS01 makes your garden more convenient and smarter.
Specifications of SONOFF Smart Soil Moisture Sensor Model – MS01
Monitor Soil Moisture – Works with TH10/16 to monitor your plants’ soil moisture.
DIY A Smart Watering Device – DIY your sprinkler to water automatically according to the setting moisture value.
IP55 Waterproof – IP55 waterproof assure you water flowers freely without taking the sensor out.
Voice Control – Ask your Google Assistant for humidity conveniently. | agronomy |
http://beckerswcd.org/soilhealth/ | 2020-12-03T12:57:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141727782.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20201203124807-20201203154807-00441.warc.gz | 0.929203 | 539 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__83203083 | en | What is soil health?
Frankly it can mean a little something different to each person, each piece of land, and each agricultural operation.
Generally speaking, Soil health is “the continued capacity of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains plants, animals and humans.”
The Principles of Soil Health:
The foundation of soil health consists of four key principles, and a fifth where possible:
1) Soil armor; 2) minimizing soil disturbance; 3) plant diversity; 4) continual live plant root; and 5) livestock integration. These principles are intended to be applied in a systems approach, maximizing the soil building impact.
What’s critical about soil health now?
1. World population is projected to increase from 7 billion in 2013 to more than 9 billion in 2050. To sustain this level of growth, food production will need to rise by 70 percent.
2. Between 1982–2007, 14 million acres of prime farmland in the U.S. were lost to development. To meet growing global demands, we must produce more with less, while simultaneously minimizing environmental impacts.
3. Healthy soils are a carbon sink, and there is a growing body of evidence that the earth’s climate is rapidly changing in response to continued inputs of CO2 and other greenhouse gases. Besides, absent carbon and critical microbes, soil becomes mere dirt!
4. Improving soil health is key to long-term, resilient landscapes and sustainable agricultural production.
Soil health matters because:
1. Healthy soils are high-performing, productive soils.
2. Healthy soils reduce production costs—and improve profits.
3. Healthy soils protect natural resources on and off the farm.
4. Franklin Roosevelt’s statement, “The nation that destroys its soil destroys itself,” is as true today as it was 75 years ago.
5. Healthy soils can reduce nutrient loading and sediment runoff, increase efficiencies, and sustain wildlife habitat.
What are the benefits of healthy soil?
1. Healthy soil holds more water (by binding it to organic matter), and loses less water to runoff and evaporation.
2. Organic matter builds as tillage declines and plants and residue cover the soil. Organic matter holds 18-20 times its weight in water and recycles nutrients for plants to use.
3. One percent of organic matter in the top six inches of soil would hold approximately 27,000 gallons of water per acre!
4. Most farmers can increase their soil organic matter in three to 10 years if they are motivated about adopting conservation practices to achieve this goal. | agronomy |
https://product.papiovalley.com/product/detail/3270/kiss-mix-gazania | 2022-05-19T19:40:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662529658.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220519172853-20220519202853-00069.warc.gz | 0.976494 | 146 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__8180985 | en | The series have won many awards. They have very big flowers, and an early and long blooming season. Keep them in light sandy soil, water them occasionally once established, and fertilize them twice a year. If you shear the flowers every month or so to get rid of spent flowers, it is a pleasant and effortless ground cover.
The 3-4 inches flowers (7-10 cm) come in all kind of colors. They close at night and during cloudy weather, so they are not usable as cut flowers. Although they seem to come in greater quantity in spring, they are there year around. | agronomy |
http://mytheoriesarehere.blogspot.com/2011/05/current-from-cow-dung-reduce-carbon.html | 2018-07-18T08:13:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590074.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20180718080513-20180718100513-00222.warc.gz | 0.951015 | 381 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__4861094 | en | "Do you know the fact that the amount of methane released by the cow's around the world is almost than that emitted by the vehicles that uses fossil fuels(car, train, flights, etc) all around the world". Methane is the most dangerous greenhouse gas that traps the heat in our atmosphere as 20 times that of CO2. They remain in atmosphere for around 15 years. Now, there is a way for every one of us to reduce the carbon emission without spending a cent. Yeah, becoming a vegetarian is the solution but are we ready to be a vegetarian. "NO", i can hear the answer hidden inside most of you. Then how we could reduce the carbon emission. Just collect the cow dungs.
It is not a hard job i think so. As it will be a routine in a farm to collect the cow dung to keep the farm clean. Collecting the cow dung from the farms all around us is simple and low cost. This collected cow dung is then stored in a large tank where it is mixed with proper algae or fungi for the process of biological fermentation. In this part the micro-organisms take care of everything for the generation of electricity.
|THOUSAND YEAR OLD METHOD OF TURNING|
COW DUNG INTO FUEL
Although in India cow dung is dried and used as one of the primary domestic fuel for the production of heat. The high carbon emission from directly burning them makes it risky and we cannot fully utilize the energy. At this time we are left with two choices. The first choice is turning into vegetarian which most of us don't even try. The second choice is supporting the bio plants or building one of our own. If we start utilizing the whole of the cow dung all around the world we can reduce the carbon emission by 8% which will be a great achievement. | agronomy |
http://www.jsgrass.com/landscape-grass/artificial-lawns-for-garden.html | 2019-01-20T13:22:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583716358.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20190120123138-20190120145138-00393.warc.gz | 0.890055 | 832 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__101968333 | en | With summer on the way and the promise of fine weathe, chances are you’re dusting off your patio furniture and looking forward to spending some time in the garden.Then you may find yourself considering installing artificial Lawns for garden in your garden, there are many benefits of choosing this over natural turf.Send InquiryChat Now
Whilst there is still an element of maintenance with Artificial Lawns for garden, it can be much easier to look after than natural turf. It does not require any watering, mowing, or fertilising. It replicates all the usual qualities of a natural lawn in terms of look and feel, and allows you to sit back and enjoy your outdoor space, rather than engaging in the never ending battle of weeding.
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Q: How long will our JS Artificial Lawns For Garden last?
A: Our grass is basically unaffected by the elements. Our JS Artificial Lawns For Garden is UV stabilized and water-resistant. Our surface has been installed indifferent corners of the world from heavy snow and freezing temperatures to excessive rain and even where they are exposed to heat and direct Sun. We offer a 9 years warranty with durable green.
Q: Is it pets friendly?
A: Yes!! JS Grass has a strong latex backing. When pets urine, it washes away and does not discolour the grass. Any sediment drains away when it rains so the grass naturally cleans itself.
Q: Is the child friendly grass suitable for nurseries ?
A: Any nursery would benefit from our child friendly synthetic grass. We especially recommend 4SA type as it has a curled design thus providing a softer surface. You may also wish to consider our shock pad underlay if you are concerned about critical fall heights.
Q: What about the size and shape of my garden?
A: The grass comes in 4m rolls and 2m roll widths and we can get whatever length you require. It is your responsibilty to measure the length and width of the garden to calculate what roll width and length you require. We can fit the grass to irregular shapes such as circles e.t.c
Q: Can I lay the grass myself?
A: We regularly supply customers with grass to lay the products on a DIY basis. We are available to give expert advice on the preparation and jointing techniques required. Also please see our installations page for further details and instructions.
Q: What type of a base is required?
A: Generally we lay on a sand base. If your drainage is poor you require a sand and hardcore base. If your drainage is very good you can lay it directly onto compacted sod. The grass can also be laid on timber floors or any other hard floor. Gravel can also be a suitable base if a layer of sand is applied on top of the gravel and compacted.
Q: Can I put it on top of my existing grass?
A: It is not recommended, as the existing grass will slowly die and could cause undulations to the perfect new surface. The first operation in our installation is to remove all existing lawn to a suitable depth and replace it with a compacted drainage sand/grit base and geotextile weed preventative membrane.
Q: How long can I get the Artificial Lawns For Garden ?
A: It all depends the quantity you place order.We can supply 5,000-40,000sqm quantity grass in 5-14days.
With professional Forwarder ,we can deliver the grass goods to every port all over the world once the production finished.
We welcome friends worldwide to contact us for business cooperation and to win a wonderful future! | agronomy |
https://www.gardenedging.co.nz/the-six-steps-to-laying-your-own-lawn/ | 2023-12-10T05:18:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679101195.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210025335-20231210055335-00213.warc.gz | 0.934259 | 1,111 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__24480849 | en | Want to know what it takes to have a thriving lawn you’ve laid yourself?
We’d like to give you a few tips on laying the lawn so it will thrive. Knowing the steps to follow will mean you can manage the process more easily. These steps focus on what it takes to give you the best looking lawn to enjoy for years to come.
Step one – work out the square meterage
Let’s start with something easy. With your lawn area already edged, knowing the total area will be handy for getting what’s needed; be it soil conditioners, fertiliser or the lawn itself. Simply measure and calculate this or with irregular shaped lawns, drag your foot along or use a marking paint to create a grid of squares — sides of 1m — on the ground. Add them up, grouping the incomplete squares in your head as you go to get a pretty good idea of the square meterage involved. When you order the turf itself, order 10% more than that to be sure you have enough.
Step two – assess and prepare the ground
A simple understanding of the ground at your place is a great starting point. Is is loose and sandy, hard and compacted or more like a loamy clay? This will determine what you add to bring it to a good condition for your lawn to feel loved. For a sandy soil that is common for many coastal areas you want to improve the water and nutrient holding capabilities of your base with appropriate soil improvers. In heavier soils you may need to focus on loosening things up with soil conditioner introduced and worked in (say 100mm thick). Hiring a tilling machine is a great way to get it done with a minimum of fuss.
Also consider the finishing height of your lawn. Knowing the thickness of the turf beforehand will be handy (turf varieties will differ), but generally allow around 40-50mm between the base sand and the top of the edge. Getting this right will leave some edge to trim against later as your lawn flourishes!
Step three – think about water
A lawn that enjoys even watering is going to be happiest. Consider drainage and water flow when preparing the base such that water doesn’t pool in one area or flow towards buildings. If the soil is sandy, it’s more about adding clays or other water holding products to keep it there!
A properly set up reticulation system will make water management easy for you in the years ahead. If this is not your thing, call in an expert to make sure you get this right or work closely with a quality reticulation supplier who can walk you through the installation from your plan.
Step four – work in the best feed for your lawn
Having added what’s needed to improve the growing conditions, providing a nourishing feed for your lawn is key too. Find a starter fertiliser to encourage deeper root growth and really support your lawn in the establishment phase, scatter it evenly across the levelled area.
Rolling your surface now is a great idea to keep it firm and level, but be careful not to make it too compact, you don’t want a hard surface that is difficult for the turf to establish its roots into. Wet it down now and you’re ready to lay your lawn.
Of course you’ve timed the delivery time perfectly… here comes the truck!
Step five – laying the lawn
Laying the lawn is the most rewarding part. It’s fun to do with friends helping out if you want it to happen quickly. Here’s some tips on laying the turf :
- To make things easier think about the most convenient drop point for your turf delivery.
- Plan the lay to begin at the furthest part from your delivered turf so you can work your way back and not walk on the freshly laid turf.
- Choose the best long run to tackle first. Long runs require less cutting.
- Adjoining runs should be staggered to avoid seams falling in the same place, so using a portion of a roll at the start of a new run is a great trick. Knit the turf snug as you go, there should be no gaps!
- You will need to cut away excess as you go. That which is cut away is still used to fill spaces or begin the next run. As for cutting tools an old bread knife works great!
- Use a full roll against a finishing edge, you don’t want small filler pieces here. When necessary the thinner cuts should be one roll in from the edge.
- Keep the turf moist throughout this process, it’s great if you can do it early in the morn if you’re laying in summer.
Step six – finishing touches & aftercare
Once the lay is complete and you’d done a quick tidy, compact once across the top to give a professional looking finish. Soak the turf now and maintain moisture until the roots have taken hold such that the turf cannot be lifted. This establishment phase is critical for a resilient lawn, depending on the season you should be watering deeply every day for the first 3 weeks.
Get the best aftercare advice for your area and season by speaking with your local Lawn Solutions Australia accredited turf supplier or accessing their advice online.
Thanks to Lawn Solutions Australia, with help from Jason Hodges, for helping us put this info together for you. | agronomy |
http://greengloria.com/my-collections/my-begonias/ | 2018-02-20T05:57:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891812880.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20180220050606-20180220070606-00231.warc.gz | 0.963598 | 201 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__80567277 | en | I do not have a greenhouse and I live in US growing Zone 4 so cannot grow begonias outdoors except in Summer. But slowly, part of my family room off the kitchen is doing quite well in playing the greenhouse part.
Most of my begonias are up against a window that faces 118 degrees SE. Though we get sunlight in winter, especially in the morning, pretty soon the huge maple trees outside will reduce that light. I have T8 lights on cheap fluorescent fixtures for the other plants. Many of my plants are kept in glass or plastic bubbles to provide the needed humidity in our open concept house which tends to be very dry in winter.
I have grown my B. bogneri in a north facing window and it did quite well. Since getting back from the Boston Flower Show, where it spent one week just under conference room lights, I have put it under lights to bring it back to health. Begonia luzonensis is behind it.
More to come…. | agronomy |
http://www.chicagolongdistancemovers.com/move-house-plants-long-distance/ | 2021-04-18T23:11:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038862159.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20210418224306-20210419014306-00252.warc.gz | 0.932431 | 414 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__195286388 | en | After taking care of your plants for so long, you don’t want to abandon them when you move to your new house. But is moving houses good for house plants? And if so, how do you do it? We have all the tips from our professional movers and packers.
When you plan to move your house plants, consider that they require room in the moving truck and include them when you get an estimate.
Summer / fall / winter / spring
If you can, make a list of your plants and their schedule. Plants have a dormant season, which is usually between October to February.
Every area has a different climate, and you need to make sure that the climates are not so different for the house plants – some plants can’t grow in cold or hot climates.
Long distance packing and moving instructions
- Place plants in pots, ready to move – no glass containers please! Handles are a welcome option.
- Label the pots – type, soil, designated location in the new house or garden.
- Living in a dry area? Spray the plants on moving day.
- If it’s a very hot day, some plants will get scorched in the sunlight, so don’t leave them out unattended and without shade. You can also add a layer of mulch to protect the plants.
- If it’s a very cold day, mulch is also welcome here – it will insulate the plants against the cold. You can also cover the plants up with nylon or a tarp – like they do in greenhouses.
- Plan the truck layout – some plants need more sunshine than others, so place them next to a window in the moving truck.
- Contact your moving company to let them know which pants you will be taking with you. Some moving companies have special moving boxes, and some will even create custom boxes for your one of a kind items that need moving.
We wish you and your house plants a happy and fruitful move! | agronomy |
http://gaia-movement.org/default.asp | 2018-02-21T23:02:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891813818.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20180221222354-20180222002354-00689.warc.gz | 0.854327 | 580 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__114556766 | en | Training farmers for Green Action
Read about the benefits to many farmers in the area around the Center for Rural Development at Itoculo, Northern Mozambique in this project funded by Toyota.
40 Green World Actions
Download or read the manuals describing how to set up low-cost or no-cost systems to improve environment and livelihoods
Presentation on global water issues
"Water - soon a rare commodity" made for the Development Instructor Conference in Denmark, where international volunteers preparing themselves to work at projects in Africa and India discussed the issues.
A pamphlet on the food situation in the world today and local defensive actions that can be taken.
24 Actions to Fight Global Warming
24 suggestions for concrete and simple actions that can be taken as an individual or in groups. The last of the four pamphlets in this series - find all under "Fight Global Warming"
Manual sobre Jatropha
Sobre o cultivo, processamento e uso de jatropha na pequena escala
The jatropha handbook is also available in English.
See the photos and texts of the permanent GAIA exhibition under Tvindkraft - the largest windpower plant up to the 90's
Conference on Community Generated Power
The concluding conference on this biofuel project funded by USAID Global Learning through the British NGO GVEP Internation (Global Village Energy Partnership).
Annual Report 2011-2012
Open or download the Annual Report detailing the projects supported with funds from our association
Pumps for Life
Read the final report and see the photos from the final report from this water project in Zambia.
The Regreening of Niger
How farmers in Niger were mobilised to allow the native trees to grow up in the field - changing a huge part of the country's agricultural land.
Também em Português
Recycling of Textile Fibres
A project started in cooperation with Green World Recycling Ltd., Humana People to People in Austria and the Technical University of Vienna to find viable ways to recycle the fibres from waste second hand clothes.
A árvore moringa, com folhas nutritivas, e sementes para óleo e purificação de água
Solar Lanterns in India
Read the final report from the solar lantern project - a part of the larger "Lighting up a Billion Lives", and see the photos from the project.
Video from Green Post Tsunami Action
Video film made at the end of this project promoting sustainable activities in tsunami affected communities of Tamil Nadu, India. Implemented by Humana People to People India and Ekoventure.
Tephrosia - Usa-la como biopesticida e adubo verde | agronomy |
http://nysean2.ccaajj.net/duck-ranger-rice-duck-systems | 2020-10-23T08:06:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107880878.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20201023073305-20201023103305-00679.warc.gz | 0.949731 | 151 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__209903700 | en | Link to teaching case:
Rice farming and raising mallard ducks are important livelihoods in the Philippines, and both are seriously affected by the presence of the golden snail. In lake areas, where mallard ducks are farmed, the disappearance of this indigenous snail due to pollution and dredging is a problem as the snails are an important food source for the ducks. Where snail populations have been depleted, farmers must rely on expensive commercial feed. On the other hand, where rice cultivation is the main livelihood, golden snail infestations can destroy of up to 60 percent of a crop. Rice farmers rely on chemical inputs like molluscicide, fertilizer, insecticide and herbicide - resulting in environmental degradation and significantly increasing the cost of production. | agronomy |
https://www.jerseywestfarm.com/home | 2022-07-01T19:49:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103945490.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20220701185955-20220701215955-00063.warc.gz | 0.831586 | 117 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__168425774 | en | - Welcome to -
JERSEY WEST FARM
RARE BREEDS / AMERICAN GROWN / INDIE DYED
Rare breed sheep, beef, chickens, and vegetable starts make up the expanding world of this hay, straw, and mulch farm. The wools inspired the dyeing, and the dyeing has inspired the rovings and yarns. Using American grown wools without plastic fibers for a better world.
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http://bio-oils.co.nz/Products/powders/barleyleaf.html | 2018-03-21T18:46:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257647681.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20180321180325-20180321200325-00486.warc.gz | 0.909928 | 146 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__165827547 | en | Barley Leaf, a powerful 'super-green' is derived from the young, green shoots of the Barley plant, belonging to the cereal grains family.
Green Barley is high in chlorophyll, carotenoids, vitamins, essential minerals, trace elements, enzymes and dietary fibre. It is also rich in powerful antioxidants and Vitamin E.
Barley Leaf has multiple beneficial properties for health and wellness and is renowned as a healthy 'super-green'. With its vibrant colour and natural taste, Barley Leaf powder has an array of applications for the health food industries.
This fresh and vibrant shoot has a bold green hue and is guaranteed to be GMO free and New Zealand grown.
for more information. | agronomy |
http://www.ambassadorblog.com/ambassador-blog/2011/11/4/what-do-we-do-with-10-billion-people | 2019-10-16T13:00:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986668569.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20191016113040-20191016140540-00441.warc.gz | 0.956073 | 1,245 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__56444193 | en | What do we do with 10 billion people?
Apparently we are going to add three billion people to the global population by the end of this century. Given the fact that the world just hit 7 billion people, it will mean providing for 10 billion by the year 2100 and still growing. The first billion took from the beginning of man to the 1800's. A second billion took 120 years, Two more billion in 55 years by 1975. Six in 23 years by 1998 and now seven after 13 more years in 2011. Can we do it? Can the world feed, house, and care for all these people? The answer is a qualified yes.
The question centers on the availability of resources. In the early 1800s, Thomas Robert Malthus suggested that population increase is limited by the means of subsistence. It hasn't worked so far, largely because of scientific advances in agricultureand mechanization that have opened new areas for farming andmassively increased the productivity of our farmers.
We humans seem to be able to survive on ever decreasing plots of land while making them ever more productive. From 1950 to 2000 in the US the average amount of milk produced per cow increased from 5,314 pounds to 18,201 pounds per year (+242%), the average yield of corn rose from 39 bushels to 153 bushels per acre (+292%), and each farmer in 2000 produced on average 12 times as much farm output per hour worked as a farmer did in 1950.(http://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/EB9/eb9.pdf) Presumably that performance can be replicated in other parts of the world.
As the yields have increased the need for labor has decreased. The US farm population is less that 3 million and it sustains a food industry employing more than 20 million. But the number of farms is declining. A new generation of computer driven robots will soon replace many of today's farm workers. Robots with artificial intelligence are being developed to plough and seed fields, and feed cows.
The Israelis are working on a robotic mellon picker that can tell if the mellon is ripe. "Watermelon is grown in 90 countries with worldwide production exceeding 50 billion pounds per year. The United States is the world's fourth largest producer. According to the Department of Agriculture 70% of American households buy watermelon. The essential 'robotic' blending of intelligent sensing with mechanical actuation can be found in vision-guided tractors, product grading systems, planters and harvesters, applicators for fertilizers and pest control. Robot manipulators can divide plant material for micropropagation in sterile conditions; others can skin fruit for canning." http://ishitech.co.il/0903ar3.htm
Robots with artificial intelligence are being developed to plough and seed fields, and feed cows. Indoor production of plants is increasing and gene splicing is allowing researchers to produce commercial volumes of vanilla in labs eliminating the soil the cultivation, the harvest and the farmer (http://www.converge.org.nz/pirm/nutech.htm) A fully automated farm is likely possible in the next 25 years.
There will no doubt be problems as we try to accommodate to a more crowded world. Technology, invention, investment and equitable distribution can solve most of them. The problem does not depend so much on numbers of babies born as it does on their productivity. And productivity has been steadily increasing for over a century (source). If you use the output of the average worker in 1950 working a 40 hour week as your base, average worker today would need only 11 hours to produce the same quantity and at a much higher level of quality.
Much of the world is facing unemployment and underemployment even in areas enjoying 9% growth per year. China has been growing at 10.3% and yet in 2009 still had 4.3% unemployment. Egypt, before the revolution was growing at 5.1% with an unemployment rate of 9.7%. And these figures do not include the underemployed. Think about the future of clerical workers, for example, in the US. In 2004 there were 31 million general office clerks, 1.5 milliion office administrative supervisors and 4.1 million secretaries. Their salaries ranged from $23,000 to $41,030. And many have been replaced by machines. But how many secretaries are left? And how many will be left in 10 more years?
Retail sales personnel numbered about 4.5 million jobs. Medium hourly wage was $9.89in 2008. But as companies look for ways to maximize profits, they also look for ways to reduce their most expensive input - labor with its increasingly expensive benefits. The manufacturing and service sectors are continuously embracing new technology that can replace people at a lower price. Even old technology is stunning in its efficiency. "A human teller can handle up to 200 transactions a day, works 30 hours a week, gets a salary anywhere from $8,000 to $20,000 a year plus fringe benefits, gets coffee breaks, a vacation and sick time... In contrast, an automated teller can handle 2,000 transactions a day, works 168 hours a week, costs about $22,000 a year to run, and doesn't take coffee breaks or vacations" (source). Nor does it need health insurance.
It is easy to visualize a world in the not so distant future, where many jobs and entire sectors of employment will be replaced by more efficient, reliable and cheaper machines and artificial intelligence. So what are we going to do with the redundant people? The greatest problem we may face in the future is not what we need to do to accommodate the basic needs of more people, but how we keep them productively occupied. Work has been our means of keeping score, whether it is by virtue of income or status or both. If we do not have productive work, how in today's terms, do we validate our lives. There are just so many holes of golf that a person can play. This is the most challenging problem of the next half century. | agronomy |
http://pixelazy.ca/garden-update-part-8 | 2023-09-29T06:23:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510498.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929054611-20230929084611-00080.warc.gz | 0.981543 | 418 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__138277344 | en | September rolled in and on the second day of the month it was as if someone flipped a switch and made it autumn. Hopefully we’ll get an encore of the nice weather, but given the course of this year so far it is not something I’d put money on.
On the weekend I dug up the carrots. The mouse I thwarted did not seem to have any pals, so the damage to the crop was limited to what was done a month ago. Still, tossing half the carrots because they had been chewed, gnawed, or otherwise contaminated was heartbreaking. The five to ten pounds that I did harvest were delicious, however, and the night of our harvest we cooked a delicious carrot soup — a soup that’s only really good with fresh garden carrots, and a soup that used up about half the crop. Well spent.
I also dug a couple hills of potatoes, and the results were sliced thinly and fried into crispy chips. I always plant potatoes, but they’re not my favourite. But I will say both myself and the family adored the chips that were made and the Kid cut more taters half way through cooking because her sampling of the final results made her insist that we should not skimp.
The cucumbers have been a regular addition to our meals as well, though the smaller pickle-sized cukes have a sweeter taste and a thinner more palatable skin. I’ll eat them no matter what, but the consensus around the dinner table has been to sneak them off their vines earlier than later. I suspect we have a couple more weeks of trickling harvest on that crop.
The biggest success by far however has been weed management. The extra time granted by working from home all summer has been to keep the weeds in check and while usually by this time of year we’re hacking through weeds to find the actual crops, this year it’s a small effort to keep the occasional invasive plant from taking over. Next year will benefit from this effort, without a doubt. | agronomy |
https://copynfax.com/blog/cost-of-living-vegetable-iceberg-lettuce-prices-finally-expected-to-drop/ | 2023-03-27T03:28:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296946637.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20230327025922-20230327055922-00612.warc.gz | 0.97193 | 405 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__10107722 | en | There is finally some good news for your grocery bill, with the price of many vegetables expected to drop back to regular prices.
The change comes as growers begin to report that they are back on track with their crops after flooding earlier in the year devastated crops in NSW and Queensland, leaving empty shelves in supermarkets as well as fast food stores such as KFC having to substitute lettuce for cabbage in their burgers.
speaking to the ABCMulgowie Yowie Salads director Shannon Moss said the price of vegetables – such as iceberg lettuce which peaked at around $12 a head at the height of the crisis – have remained high for so long because farmers essentially had to start from scratch.
“You have to remember a seedling in a nursery takes about four to six weeks to grow, then it’s another eight weeks in the ground to grow lettuce,” he said.
“So you’re looking at three to four months to grow any kind of lettuce.”
And while the industry still faces challenges caused by labor shortages, high fuel costs and fertilizer costs, the better weather has at least helped even out supply issues.
Mr Moss says he’s now back in the swing of things, producing about 30,000 cos lettuces a week which get sent out to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
“We’ve had nice weather where a lot of growers have got stock coming on,” Mr Moss said.
But while price drops are coming, Toowoomba-based greengrocer Bevan Betros warned people not to expect them to come down immediately.
“I don’t think they’ll get much cheaper just for the next week or two,” he told ABC. “They’ll get back down as the warm weather comes on, as we get into spring.
“We should be getting down under $2 again, hopefully in September.” | agronomy |
https://thetravelingshepard.wordpress.com/2019/11/06/markets-being-on-the-other-side-of-the-stall/ | 2023-01-28T06:34:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499524.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20230128054815-20230128084815-00496.warc.gz | 0.968655 | 1,770 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__35614759 | en | WARNING! This posts contains opinions! Those that are easily offended please be ware.
Since being in Evesham, we have been working for the Styan’s both picking, packing and selling fruit and veg grown on their farm and by a few local farmers. The Styan family farm is eighty acres of orchard and vegetables, including a number of poly tunnels. With a large berry cage full to the brim with; cherries, gooseberries, currants, raspberries and even blackberries. The Styan’s themselves are amazing people, generous and savvy. Roger and Liz built the business from the ground up back in the 80’s, and now they are one of the biggest market gardeners in the region.
I have experienced a lot of firsts in this job; first time working on a vegetable farm, first time selling on a stall and first time actively trying to get people to buy things. Its certainly been for me, a unique experience being on the other side of the farmer coin. It has been an eye opener in many ways as well. Not only has the organic vs non organic debate been a constant at the forefront of the stall. But also another side of the Brexit story has come into play.
Liz and Roger employ eastern European workers during the summer harvest season. The prospect of closing down the freedom of movement with Europe is a concern for farmers like the Styan family because they do always need people who will get stuck in and get the work done. Of course the question is why not employ English people. It is however the age old story the people in the country don’t want the manual labour jobs. They don’t want seasonal work. Try as they might fruit and veg farmers simply just can’t get their own countrymen and woman to come do the job. So the coming prospect of Europeans now requiring visas is an added hassle to what was already a struggle to find workers. On the other side of the coin those working for Liz and Roger relish the opportunity to earn good money with provided accommodation. This money then goes home and provides for their families in countries where the same job (picking and packing) simply is not enough to live off.
The more interesting topic for me working here however has been the organic debate. Now let it be known I am all for organic.. Scratch that. No. I am all for environmentally and wildlife friendly farming practices. Unfortunately my experiences in Britain with organic labeling have been somewhat disheartening. And working here has only made it more so. Every country in the world has a different standard for “organic” there is no one right way to achieve it. That means when buying food, apparel any sort of organically labelled thing unless you have done the research on that particular countries version of organic you don’t really know what that is. Even in the UK trying to decode the organic standards website is a bit of a mind field. Unless your in the know it’s very difficult to understand what your reading.
For example in Britain to be certified as organic the product must have only been treated with something that is naturally occurring. Now this is very broad, that means under that label organic farmers in England can still use pyrethroids. (Admittedly under fairly strict requirements. Which is fine as long as everyone is using them correctly…) Pyrethroids are broad spectrum naturally occurring insecticides which are toxic to bees, dragonflies, mayflies and some other invertebrates, including some aquatic invertebrates. They are also toxic to aquatic organisms including fish. Whereas “conventional” farmers from years of research have the ability to spray with targeted insecticide which only kills a particular stage in the life cycle of an aphid. Leaving other stages of the aphid alive which are then eaten by the ladybirds. This encourages ladybirds to the crop without harming them and ensures better control over aphids in future, hopefully eliminating the need to spray altogether. But conventional farming is bad don’t you know. This is not to mention how expensive it is to become certified as organic in the first place! If the farm is not big enough in scale of production it’s not worth it to the farmers to get certified. So though they may use largely organic and environmentally friendly practices because they don’t have the piece of paper, the farmer then can’t actually say he is organic at all.
I have had numerous discussions like this on the market stall, as has every other person who has worked a non organic fruit and veg stall I imagine. Another interesting discussion was someone asking if the vegetables had been sprayed with roundup…
Now in case anyone really has been living under a rock roundup is a herbicide. Meaning it kills plants.. I think everyone can work that one out. And before someone starts at me with how bad round up is… Roundup or gylphosate is a broad spectrum herbicide that targets an enzyme in plants to stop growth. And I’m certainly not saying it isn’t carcinogenic, however if you drink cyanide (a naturally occurring product) I imagine that would be worse for you then drinking roundup. To put that in perspective current research being done also suggests sunscreen is carcinogenic.. However so is the sun…
Currently there is no effective alternative to glyphosate, there are some organic methods of weed control such as to create an elaborate crop rotation or possibly to cultivate the ground. Often over and over again. which is often disturbing habitats for animals and insects. Not to mention causing loss in moisture in the ground and evaporation of nutrients, which takes more vital minerals that growing plants desperately need. Now don’t get me wrong there are ways around this. There are natural seaweed based fertilizers and mulching and so on. But all of this is impacted by weather and condition, availability and price. There will always be pros and cons, however there are times that I personally think we are better off using a once off well tested chemical rather then disrupting the habitat of our precious wildlife. And realistically if farmers are doing there job correctly there should never be residual sprays on food and sprays shouldn’t need to be used very often anyway. Spray’s and chemicals are expensive and detrimental to our environment no matter how safe they are. But if they are used in the right way at the right time they can greatly benefit the system of getting food to your plate. There should not be glyphosate in your bread. That is plain and simple someone not doing the job right. This is not to say of course that you shouldn’t buy organic, my point is more to shed light on the vagueness that surrounds the ideal of organic. Because there are definitely a good many organic farmers within the UK and the rest of the world that are farming in a truly environmentally sustainable way. I however feel that the labeling creates a false pretense of what you are buying and in turn discredits the large amount of work these sustainable farmers whether organic or not are putting in day in and day out to produce food in a forward thinking manner.
I am really glad that the people I meet are taking an active role in trying to make conscientious decisions about what they buy and eat. And it’s heartening to see so many people bringing their own reusable bags and buying from local producers. But the missing information sometimes can be frustrating, the dramatized ideal of organic has missed the ball on what we are trying to achieve. We as consumers most definitely need to choose to buy the best local fresh produce. But organic is not always better. When your organic apples have traveled from Spain to get to your plate, over the non organic but largely environmentally friendly local farmer, then truly the system is broken. Choose Eco friendly, choose environmentally responsible, choose free range, choose fresh, choose local and most of all talk to the people you are buying from. Here the story of where it comes from. Not only does it remind you that the price you are paying is because the pickers were out and about all week and through the weekend in the rain, hail or shine to get it to the market stall. But it also reconnects you with the produce your buying, there’s ALWAYS a story you just have to find it.
As always thanks for reading, please let me know what you thought in the comments, and what you would like to see more of. We are currently traveling our, El Camino de Santiago! Check out Instagram to see the latest in our out the gate adventures. And join the flock to keep up to date and find out how it went. | agronomy |
http://jimslawncare68418.blogkoo.com/unknown-facts-about-cost-to-install-irrigation-system-14917591 | 2020-08-13T12:14:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738982.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20200813103121-20200813133121-00160.warc.gz | 0.933703 | 1,269 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__193516691 | en | Unknown Facts About Cost To Install Irrigation System
Some Known Questions About Install Lawn Irrigation System.
The second trouble associated with high stress is more common, a loss of irrigation efficiency. When the stress at a spray nozzle is too expensive, the water leaves the nozzle as a fine mist instead of huge beads - lawn sprinkler system installation companies. Lugged away by the wind, the fine mist evaporates before getting to the landscape.
High pressure also increases the circulation rate of irrigation equipment (Figure 3). If the stress relocates beyond the design range for the device, after that the application harmony can decrease considerably. For instance, presume a sprinkler is operating at an optimal pressure of 30 pounds per square inch (psi). The spray is equally distributed within the arc and the flowrate is 3.3 gallons per min (GPM) (Figure 4a).
The spray is no more an uniform pattern and the flow rate has actually boosted to 4.8 GPM (Figure 4b). High stress in an irrigation system brings about misting and a reduction in irrigation effectiveness. Pictures thanks to Oklahoma City Utilities Division. Common relationship of stress versus flow price. As stress boosts, the flow of water from a single watering head likewise boosts.
When the pressure is increased to 50 psi (base) the spray pattern degrades while the circulation price rises. Photos thanks to Brent Mecham, Watering Organization. An irrigation system is comprised of numerous components, as well as almost all of these can influence the system stress. Think about a common property irrigation system and its elements (Number 5).
Some Known Questions About Cost To Install Lawn Sprinkler System.
Each of these has a pressure loss as a result of the friction connected with flowing water. An easy means to bear in mind these stress losses is by making use of the 5-4-3-2-1 policy of thumb, which indicates the stress loss in psi from each of these five primary watering system components (Table 1). Based on this details, expect a total stress decline of about 15 psi (5 + 4 + 3 + 2 + 1) from the utility supply line to among the sprinkler heads.
However, the design of each particular watering system can trigger this stress to be greater or lower. Normal elements in an irrigation system. Picture thanks to Seeker Industries. Different types of irrigation devices have different excellent operating pressures for maximum performance. For rotors, this has to do with 45 psi, with an operating series of 25 to 65 psi.
For drip lines, this is about 20 psi, with an operating series of 15 to 30 psi. Bear in mind, stream rate as well as stress are directly connected to one another. If stress is not well-controlled, irrigation effectiveness will experience. If you think irrigation issues are linked with stress, after that a great initial step is to gauge the water stress at one of the hose pipe bibs on your house.
Action the stress at the exact same time of day the watering system runs, as stress can vary throughout the day. A stress scale can be bought for $10 to $20 online or at a regional equipment shop. Several of these will certainly thread directly to the hose pipe bib, while others will call for an adapter.
Excitement About Water Sprinkler System Installation
If residence stress seems acceptable, yet the irrigation pressure appears reduced, inspect the complying with products. Validate the seclusion valve for your irrigation system is entirely open. This need to be located in an eco-friendly shutoff box someplace in between the water meter and backflow avoidance tool (Figures 6a and 6b) (cost to install irrigation system).
Probing the lawn with a screwdriver might assist find the lid. The seclusion valve is usually located in a small eco-friendly shutoff box near the water meter or backflow preventer. This shutoff is in the closed placement. Images thanks to Kevin Moore. Verify the valves are entirely open on the heartburn device (lawn sprinkler installation cost).
Backflow devices are normally situated outside, yet might be found in the garage in more recent homes. Backflow preventers are automatic watering system made to maintain watering water from receding into the pipes used for drinking water. A stress vacuum cleaner breaker (top) as well as a reduced pressure principle assembly (base) are two typical backflow gadgets in Oklahoma.
This is the fully employment opportunity. install lawn irrigation system. Pictures thanks to Robert Reaves Inspect the lawn for any apparent water leaks. Because the piping is hidden underground, seek soaked areas that never ever appear to completely dry, or rich patches of turf in an or else dry place. Activate the irrigation system and also seek broken heads.
Things about Installing Underground Sprinklers
Make fixings as required. It is possible that the system was installed with undersized pipeline and also many lawn sprinkler heads on an area. Low pressure can be attended to by altering to lower flow nozzles or decreasing the variety of heads in the area. Get in touch with an irrigation specialist for assistance in reviewing your system.
When a fluid is in activity like when it flows via a pipeline the pressure will certainly go down along the size of the pipeline as a result of friction. The stress of a relocating fluid is referred to as vibrant pressure. If the irrigation pressure is high, there are a number of ways Check This Out to address the issue.
If the pressure is greater than 80 psi to your home, after that consider this option to secure the plumbing and home appliances inside your house. Get in touch with an accredited plumbing for this task. Set up a pressure policy gadget at the irrigation system factor of traveling irrigation sprinkler link. This coincides sort of gadget used for the whole residence, but there might be scenarios when you would only need stress regulation for the irrigation system.
Manage the stress at the control shutoff for each area. If you have a more recent watering system, after that you can probably install a pressure-reducing tool straight on the control valve. A stress reduction of a minimum of 15 psi is needed for these tools to function effectively. One of these will be needed for each area in the system. | agronomy |
http://www.beebeard.com/musings-of-an-amateur-gardener.html | 2013-05-20T08:30:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368698646863/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516100406-00092-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.981022 | 319 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__25445841 | en | Gardening is more than just a hobby for me; it’s also my time to philosophise. My favourite pastime is watering the garden, which is why I don’t have automatic sprinklers installed. I love to just stand there with the garden hose and give every single plant the attention and time it deserves. Sometimes it’s as if I can feel their appreciation and no, I am not going cuckoo.
My favourites are the potato plants. They ask for very little in terms of maintenance and care and in return they give me one of my most beloved vegetables. Unfortunately, I’ve had a problem with moles this year. To be more precise, moles and I seem to share a common passion for potatoes.
I hate killing them, so I’ve tried all sorts of techniques to try and scare them away, but they have proven to be extremely persistent. In fact they were so persistent that, by the time I harvested the crop, there was very little left for me. So if anyone out there knows how to get rid of moles without killing them or causing them permanent psychological damage, I would love to hear about it.
I also have a couple of fruit trees in the garden; the two peach trees are my favourites. When springtime arrives they are covered with the most beautiful pink flowers you have ever seen and they remind me of my dad, who also had peach trees in his garden. He spent many hours watering those trees and no doubt enjoyed it as much as I am enjoying it today. | agronomy |
https://www.mannafy.com/giveaways/enter-to-win-a-box-of-ginseng-tea-and-a-bottle-of-genseng-capsules/ | 2022-05-24T22:59:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662577259.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20220524203438-20220524233438-00443.warc.gz | 0.909281 | 176 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__173640476 | en | Baumann Wisconsin Ginseng is the largest producer of American ginseng grown in the United States. Our family has been growing ginseng in central Wisconsin, U.S.A., since 1978. We have more than 500 acres of ginseng under cultivation at any given time.
To verify that your purchase is authentic Baumann Wisconsin-grown American ginseng, simply scan the QR code with your smartphone.
Growing ginseng is equal parts skill, hard work, and good fortune. At Baumann Wisconsin Ginseng, we employ decades of experience along with the latest technologies to produce the finest quality ginseng from our rich Wisconsin soils.
Our fertile, glaciated soils here in central Wisconsin contain a mineral, nutrient, and moisture balance that creates the ginsenosides (active ingredients) and positive effects on the body most prized by consumers. | agronomy |
http://www.tireeglass.co.uk/blog/2014/12/10/garden | 2019-09-16T02:18:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514572471.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20190916015552-20190916041552-00550.warc.gz | 0.980746 | 91 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__72309047 | en | 2014 was a good season in the garden. Discovered that the best way to grow rocket here is to plant it late – August is good. Its lasted outside until this big December storm. The last of the courgettes got picked in October. We still have lots of carrots, swede and greens. Lucky, as there aren’t any in the Co. this week. The boat didn’t get in because of the storms. | agronomy |
https://ngm1780.boland-devries.nl/events/plant-insect-interacties/ | 2019-05-24T20:04:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232257731.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20190524184553-20190524210553-00063.warc.gz | 0.885895 | 547 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__215407465 | en | Datum en tijd 25-10-2019, 20:00 - 21:15
Prof. dr. P.M. Bleeker
Plant Physiologie, Fac. Natuurwetenschappen, Wiskunde en Informatica,UVA
Swammerdam Institue for Life Sciences ( voorafgegaan door ALV )
[ Tijdelijke inleiding, gecopieerd van UVA – Swammerdam Institute for Life Sciences]
Natural variation in specialised metabolites against pest
We focus on defence against pests via the production of specialised compounds in tomato glandular hairs (trichomes). The general aim of my research is to explore natural variation in wild tomato trichomes, to identify metabolites, genes and regulatory elements needed to reconstruct natural and sustainable defence pathways in cultivated tomato. I work in close collaboration with the biotech and breeding industry, facilitating the translation of our work to the practice of tomato breeding.
Explore natural variation in wild tomatoes
Wild tomato species have the ability to defend themselves by producing a wide variety of natural defence compounds that have a toxic, antifeedant or repellent effect on insects. These metabolites encompass a variation of chemical families, e.g. terpenoids, flavonoids, acylsugars and alkaloids. In tomato, such specialised compounds are mostly produced and stored in trichomes, on the surface of leaves and stems. They do so either constitutively or upon pest attack. Extensive tomato breeding focussed mostly on yield, pathogen resistance and fruit characteristics. Protection against insects, and other pests, was accomplished largely by growing in closed (greenhouse) environments or the application of chemical pesticides. This breeding process has led to a loss of ability to produce effective defence compounds in cultivated tomato species. The rationale behind targeting these trichomes, that are absent on tomato edible parts, is to be able to bring back ‘wild defence mechanisms’ without compromising the commercial product. Because trichomes are accessible structures, they provide an excellent model system to study this.
Role of sRNAs
Many biosynthetic genes involved in specialized metabolite production have been discovered. Also, various transcription factors have been identified that play a role in the regulation of the metabolic flux. More recently it was shown that endogenous small RNAs (sRNAs) can be crucial regulators of gene expression in plants.
We investigate regulation of metabolite production and aim to identify small RNAs and their targets and assess their role as regulatory elements involved in the production of defense compounds produced in trichomes of pest-resistant tomatoes. | agronomy |
http://grow-marijuana.cultiva.me/tips-for-marijuana-harvest-time-how-to-cut-the-plant/ | 2016-05-02T10:38:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-18/segments/1461863352151.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20160428170912-00138-ip-10-239-7-51.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.963264 | 405 | CC-MAIN-2016-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-18__0__58728302 | en | Time to harvest. How do we cut the marijuana plant? What we take away? How to prepare it for drying? What is the manicure? At the time of collecting the plants there are two methods for cutting of the specimens of cannabis. Depending on length of the plant and the space we have to do the manicure, we cut through the base or we can cut the branches into smaller pieces.
These pieces should be comfortable to handle in order to remove the larger leaves. We are talking of cutting limbs without discarding the stem parts that are not covered with buds, to facilitate the task of hanging in the drying location. In the event that we harvest the whole plant of marijuana it must be large enough to successfully perform the work of manicure. The manicured is to remove the plant the largest leaves, and some not so great but do not have trichomes (balls resin). The easiest is to perform this task just after harvest, but we can save work if we remove a couple of days before the larger leaves of the plant.
There is a practice that is to keep the leaves on the plant until it has passed the drying process. In this way we protect the trichomes from breakage and crushing, as well as light. Remember that light, once cut the plant will gradually degragando THC resin. This method is recommended when the place where they will dry the plants can make these to rub over each other or from being hit. The only drawback of this method is that the manicured task becomes much more awkward and difficult, having branches lost their flexibility and leaves much to be stiff and rigid.
Both forms of harvesting marijuana are correct. One has the advantage of being more comfortable (and when there is too much a manicure, this is important), and the other greater protection of the resin. But more important is chosen is chosen, is to try always to the plants carefully, and avoid touching as far as possible the buds and plant parts where we see shining resin. | agronomy |
http://earlycj5.com/xf_cj5/index.php?threads/416-info-needed-bad.41702/page-2 | 2020-04-03T21:05:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370518622.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20200403190006-20200403220006-00360.warc.gz | 0.963208 | 309 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__225041364 | en | Beth, thanks for the offer, but I already bought a set of tires, mounted them on the 416 rims and put them on the trailer. today I backed my truck in to hook it up and... the tractor sitting next to it was just a little too close to the post on the other side, wouldn't fit out.,....:? I jumped up into the seat on the old oliver 1650 and pressed the start button only to recieve a nice weak clicking noise from the solenoid derned 6v battery too... no gonna jumpee hooked the trusty dodge decoder to the drawbar on the oliver and put the coal to it, and proceded to nearly burry the decoder:evil: searched about 2 acres of dismantled tractors (really) and found a nice long piece of pipe.... couldn't budge it. the ground around there is all sand and really soft, the tractor moved about a foot when I yanked on it with the truck, I needed about 8 feet. so now I'm waiting on the farmer to get around to jump starting the tractor to free my 416 so I can drag it home. I now know: an oliver 1650 is a reasonably heavy object. the towing limitations of my dodge decoder in sand I could probably tip a 416 on it's side by myself... if I wern't in soil so soft that I kept slipping out from under it. R) maybe tomorrow Beth, what's the story with your Mutt? | agronomy |
https://salinasvalleytribune.com/focus-on-agriculture/?filter_by=popular | 2020-09-30T05:03:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600402118004.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20200930044533-20200930074533-00295.warc.gz | 0.94105 | 373 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__127505086 | en | The 41st Annual South County Ag Tour is set for Aug. 25, hosted by Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum, and will visit several agricultural destinations in South Monterey County.
Nearly 250 guests recently took a journey back in time to tour the properties owned by Salinas Land Co. and California Orchard Co. — located between King City and Greenfield — in celebration of the two companies’ 100th anniversary and their profound impact on agriculture in the Salinas Valley.
The Board of Trustees of Greenfield Union School District voted unanimously March 8 to pass a first-of-its-kind pesticide safety resolution.
Mann Packing of Salinas is voluntarily recalling minimally processed vegetable products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Wine grape harvest is just around the corner in the Paso Robles wine country.
Agricultural Commissioner Henry Gonzales has announced that the economic value of Monterey County agriculture increased by 4 percent in 2017, as compared with 2016, with crop production values of $4.4 billion.
Future Farmers of America members from King City to Watsonville gathered at Soledad High School for the annual interview contest on Jan. 31.
The 2016 Monterey County Crop Report reflects a decrease of 9.5 percent from the previous year, with the crop production valued at $4.25 billion for 2016.
The California State Fair has announced the recipients of the prestigious 2017 agriculture awards, which will be presented at the annual Friends of the California State Fair Gala.
The Monterey County Health Department Environmental Health Bureau has announced the release of a new phone application “MC Food Inspection Findings” available for public use. The new app assists the public in making informed decisions when seeking restaurants and food facilities that meet or exceed food safety standards. | agronomy |
https://urbanacres.wordpress.com/2011/10/06/shelled-peas-more-texas-than-the-state-fair/ | 2017-01-20T22:06:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280888.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00056-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.913033 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2017-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-04__0__1966534 | en | Shelled Peas – More “Texas” Than The State Fair
Ahhhh. October is wonderful for so many reasons. Cooler weather, the Texas State Fair, the Texas Rangers in the playoffs….and fresh, organic Texas shelled peas! Nothing makes us happier during the fall harvest than getting fresh, organic creamy peas from our local farmers.
These purple hull peas from Morrison Organic Farm in Cleburne, TX are not your typical green peas that your parents force-fed you as a toddler. These peas beat up those sad, sorry little green peas in the frozen food section. These cousins to the black-eyed pea are creamy like buttah. | agronomy |
https://www.st-hughs.ox.ac.uk/st-hughs-gardens-now-100-organic/ | 2024-02-29T13:11:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474808.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229103115-20240229133115-00606.warc.gz | 0.961486 | 202 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__96220684 | en | St Hugh’s gardens now 100% organic
Congratulations to our Gardening team who have announced that after a number of years of hard work our gardens are now 100% organic. They have discontinued the use of non-organic herbicide, pesticide, fungicide and other chemicals which are harmful to people, animals and the College environment.
The team has been working towards this for several years, starting with simple approaches such ceasing to water the lawns over the summer months which has helped to reduce damage from insect larvae sand stop the spread of funguses.
They are continually working to improve the biodiversity of the College by introducing new methods of working such as using electric and battery powered machinery to eliminate noise pollution and CO2 emissions; sowing native wildflower meadow seed to attract pollinators, increasing composting of garden waste inhouse to produce mulch; and much more.
You can read more about the team’s work in the Head Gardener’s summer report here. | agronomy |
https://www.getreidemuehle.com/en/shop/wheat/ | 2018-04-23T11:20:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945942.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20180423110009-20180423130009-00043.warc.gz | 0.958895 | 70 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__193134949 | en | Once a king, always a king!
Wheat is rich in essential and vital materials! The most important mineral substances are to be found in the outer layers of the grain where the protein is enriched. That is why we should also pay attention, that the whole corn is used.
Wheat is most preferred for fine pastries and cakes. | agronomy |
https://dandwiki.com/wiki/Sprout_(3.5e_Spell) | 2021-05-16T03:47:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991659.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20210516013713-20210516043713-00317.warc.gz | 0.876968 | 174 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__163411623 | en | Sprout (3.5e Spell)
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Sprout has different effects depending on the version chosen. This spell makes things sprout and grow quickly.
Sprout Seedling: This version causes all seeds or nuts within close range (25 ft + 5 ft per two levels) to sprout instantly as seedlings of a few weeks of growth.
Sprout Sapling: This version allows the caster to choose one seed or nut per caster level to sprout instantly as saplings, equivalent to one full year of growth.
Seeds or nuts that have sprouted due to this spell cannot be affected by other magical growth such as plant growth for a period of at least a week. Doing so causes stress on the plants' metabolisms, causing them to die within days. | agronomy |
https://www.limasmith.com/en/client/skins/home.php | 2020-06-03T08:32:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347432521.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20200603081823-20200603111823-00345.warc.gz | 0.944664 | 183 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__116165335 | en | Owners of Quinta de Covela, Quinta da Boavista and the brand Quinta das Tecedeiras, the Lima Smith partnership has proven to be one of the most dynamic projects in recent years in the Portuguese wine industry. Its founders – Brazilian Marcelo Lima and Briton Tony Smith – are passionate about the wines produced along the Douro Valley and are firm in their belief of the growing potential of top-quality Portuguese wines in world markets. In just three years, first with the acquisition and relaunch of Covela – winner of the Viticulture of the Year prize in Portugal – followed by the expansion into the Douro D.O.C. with the purchase of Boavista and the long-term lease of Tecedeiras, the partners have created a boutique wine producer. Today, Lima Smith has strong Portuguese roots but also an inherent capacity for internationalization. | agronomy |
https://purelifeveganix.com/vegamatrix-bloom-oregon/ | 2023-02-05T03:29:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500215.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20230205032040-20230205062040-00426.warc.gz | 0.961303 | 123 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__305888943 | en | Thicker, Denser Flowers with increased Resin and Oil for Maximum Potency and Yield
Vegamatrix Bloom is a vital nutrient for your plants health and full flowering potential. This 100% veganic nutrient was formulated to guarantee that your plants get the maximum amount of NPK that they can absorb when they need it. There is no “lockout” with Bloom! Your Brix counts, which is the measure of sugars in plant tissue, will go sky-high and that means dense, resin filled flowers that have maximum potency and enormous yield. | agronomy |
http://baileyhouse.org/farmin-fun-with-bailey-house/ | 2017-03-28T00:31:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218189583.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212949-00183-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.955489 | 145 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__252959956 | en | Katchkie Farm is a year-round organic farming operation owned by Great Performances. It is committed to celebrating local flavors while supporting sustainable agriculture and good earth practices, sitting on 60 acres in Columbia County, NY. The Farm is home to The Sylvia Center, an educational nonprofit that introduces children to the pleasures and benefits of healthful food through farm visits and cooking workshops, committing 5% of its annual harvest to anti-hunger organizations.
Partnering with the Palette Fund, Bailey House was delighted to send a group of kids up to the Farm to experience and learn first-hand the benefits of organic food. The day was filled with tending the fields, picking the vegetables, and enjoying a delicious meal. | agronomy |
https://everyone.savethechildren.net/articles/nepali-mothers-extraordinary-efforts-post-earthquake | 2019-08-21T16:25:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027316075.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20190821152344-20190821174344-00534.warc.gz | 0.981824 | 731 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__94585703 | en | What We Are Doing
A Nepali mother's extraordinary efforts post the earthquake 24 Jun 2015
Written by Pallavi Dhakal, Outreach Communication Specialist for Suaahara, Save the Children Nepal
Ranju Basnet, 20, from the mountainous district of Dolakha was married at a young age, became pregnantand at age 19, gave birth to a baby boy. Despite being young and inexperienced Ranju had a passion to learn and raise her child healthy. Which is why, when the USAID-funded Suaahara program organized group discussions on proper nutrition and healthy behaviors, particularly during the thousand days (a period from conception until the child’s second birthday), Ranju actively participated.
Ranju cultivated herself to become an ideal mother, practicing healthy behaviors promoted by Suaahara program from exclusively breastfeeding her son to introducing nutritious porridge after six months of age, going to regular health checkups and maintaining proper sanitation and hygiene at home. “I want my son to become someone when he grows … and for this I have to make sure he receives the care that he deserves to grow healthy,” Ranju shared.
When Ranju was provided with agriculture inputs (vegetable seeds and five young chicks) and training to maintain improved backyard gardening and poultry, she put her skills to practice and developed a lush garden. Suaahara selected Ranju to become a village model farmer, inspiring many women in her community and teaching the skills she learned about agriculture to them. Ranju was also nominated by her community to be recognized as the local resource person by the Ministry of Agriculture Development. As a local resource person she will be attending training on agriculture provided by the Ministry of Agriculture Development.
After the Earthquake:
When the massive earthquake struck on April 25, 2015, Ranju was outside working in the vegetable garden and luckily her son was with her. Suddenly, right in front of her eyes, her house collapsed. Ranju cannot imagine what would have happened if she was inside the house. Fortunately, because it was mid-day, everyone including her husband and mother-in-law were working outside, and no one was hurt. However, everything that the family owned was gone with the house.
Despite the tragedy, it is evident that Ranju and her family have not given up; they are determined to normalize their life. From what they could salvage from the remains of their house, Ranju and her family were quick to build a temporary shelter. They, however, had to build the temporary structure in the vegetable garden because they didn’t have enough land. Ranju wants to start planting vegetables again but wishes to receive vegetable seed/seedling support given that her stock was lost with the house.
Immediately after the earthquake, Ranju tried to save her chickens. “I had 18 chickens… but I could only save 5, the rest of them died,” shares Ranju. She is determined to increase the number of the chickens again.
The family has also understood the importance of maintaining hygiene and sanitation particularly in the time of crisis. With their latrine destroyed, they have also constructed a temporary latrine. Ranju is careful and washes her hands with soap and water before feeding her son and cooking. They are also boiling water at home.
After the earthquake, Dolakha has been the epicenter to more than 70 aftershocks measuring more than 4.0 on the Richter scale. Despite the psychological trauma and loss, Ranju is determined to pick herself up and continue living her life normally.
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What’s fueling this coffee trend? A fresh wave of coffee-savvy folks. They’re globetrotting to learn the coffee ropes, starting up their own quirky cafes and roasteries, and showcasing the rich taste of Thai coffee. Check one of our enamel coffee mugs here.
Also, Thai folks are shifting gears from their usual instant coffee or sweet brews to a more refined coffee palate. The crave for specialty coffee is on the rise, and they’re loving the new, rich tastes.
Though it’s just kicking off, the specialty coffee scene is bubbling up fast. Bangkok and other big cities are now home to cool coffee shops and roasters. Plus, up north, more farms are growing top-notch coffee beans.
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- Quality Obsession: Thai coffee artisans are all about upping the quality, bringing in a variety of beans and tastes that are winning hearts.
- Green Beans: They’re digging sustainable practices, choosing organic and fair trade beans, and cutting down on the eco footprint.
- Cafe Boom: The growing number of coffee joints, especially in the big cities, is offering folks a spectrum of coffee delights and a cozy coffee hangout experience.
- Specialty Love: The newfound love for specialty coffee is driving a high demand for quality beans and brews, a win-win for both growers and coffee lovers.
How are coffee pros brewing up this coffee trend in Thailand?
They’re the backstage heroes of this coffee saga. They’re spreading the coffee love, championing green practices, and brewing up a coffee-loving community.
Here’s how they’re schooling folks on coffee:
- Coffee Hangouts: They’re hosting coffee tasting gigs and workshops, helping folks discover the different coffee vibes, from beans to brews.
- Online Buzz: By sharing coffee tales and tips online, they’re reaching out to more people, spilling the beans on why specialty coffee is the real deal.
- Cafe Collabs: They’re teaming up with cafes and roasteries to whip up coffee learning sessions for customers, like brewing classes and farm trips.
And here’s how they’re going green:
- Farm Friendships: They’re helping farmers get on the green bandwagon with sustainable farming tricks, like using organic stuff and saving water.
- Green Endorsements: By rooting for roasters and cafes that go for sustainable beans, they’re creating a ripple effect, encouraging more green practices in the coffee world.
And how they’re knitting a coffee-loving tribe:
- Coffee Parties: By throwing coffee events, like festivals and contests, they’re brewing up fun ways for coffee lovers to connect and celebrate the brew.
- Online Coffee Hubs: They’re setting up online spaces for coffee aficionados to share brew stories, growing a buzzing community eager to dive deeper into the coffee world.
- Cafe Culture: Working alongside cafes and roasteries, they’re making sure coffee spots are welcoming, inclusive, and just the right amount of coffee nerdy.
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The specialty coffee scene in Thailand, particularly Bangkok, is thriving due to young, affluent urbanites valuing specialty coffee. Pioneering entities like NaNa Coffee Roasters and young innovative farmers are propelling the industry. Thai coffee consumption doubled from 2009 to 2019, with a continued growth rate of over 10% annually expected. The emphasis is on quality and experience, with cafes being design-centric and social media friendly, fostering a unique coffee culture. The average Thai coffee farmer is aged 25-35, introducing new varieties and processing methods, showcasing a blend of tradition and modern innovation in the coffee sector.
Among the rising stars in Thailand’s coffee scene is Akha Ama Coffee, founded by Lee Ayu Chuepa. Lee collaborates with local hill tribes in Northern Thailand, ensuring fair prices and sustainable practices. With a focus on community and quality, Akha Ama Coffee has garnered recognition both locally and globally. Through initiatives like direct trade and farmer training, they’re not only serving up great coffee but also fostering a better future for Thai coffee farmers.
The blossoming specialty coffee culture in Thailand is a blend of tradition, innovation, and a growing appreciation for quality brews. As the young, tech-savvy generation melds global influences with local traditions, a unique coffee narrative is brewing in the heart of Southeast Asia. With passionate coffee professionals, innovative farmers, and socially conscious enterprises leading the way, Thailand’s coffee scene is not just about a caffeine kick, but a rich, community-driven experience that resonates well beyond its borders. | agronomy |
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One of the most notable projects Dr. Ok-Youn Yu, associate professor and interim chair in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, has led is the Nexus project. As its principal investigator, Yu has received a total of $270,000 in grants since 2014, including the EPA P3 Award and a NC Bioenergy Research Initiative Grant. Yu explains, “The Nexus at Appalachian is a multidisciplinary team of faculty and students housed in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, whose research lies at the intersection of agriculture energy, and natural resources.”
The project has been developing inexpensive and efficient biomass greenhouse heating technologies that provide affordable and sustainable means to improve food-growing capacities and the standard of living for farming communities in rural Appalachia while reducing the use of fossil fuels.
This is completed by using on-farm biomass resources, like agricultural waste and wood chips, to produce energy. Extending the growing season with heated greenhouses increases the availability of local food throughout the year. In turn, this expands available markets and increases farmers’ profits.
According to Yu, “The Nexus research greenhouse heating serves the community by enhancing access to fresh local produce.” Both the local environment and economy are helped by the conservation of fossil-fuel energy while reducing greenhouse gas and smog emissions as a result of traditional farming practices.
The greenhouse is located at the Watauga County landfill and includes an above-ground 1,500-gallon water storage tank and an aquaculture pond. The site has been set up to serve as a gathering place for faculty, students and local community members who are interested in learning about sustainable practices. This facility will be a valuable addition to the resources available to Appalachian, both for research and education. | agronomy |
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