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https://scoopreview.com/perennial-pantry-coupon | 2023-09-30T12:20:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510676.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930113949-20230930143949-00392.warc.gz | 0.935832 | 904 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__155505510 | en | Since centuries, grains have been cultivated as a part of annual farming. Annual crops are single-season plants and need to be replanted annually. This means, disturbing the soil annually, massive water usage, whopping climate emissions, and more! This makes annual farming extremely unsustainable. Here is when the importance of perennial agriculture and the idea of Perennial Pantry come into picture. Make use of your Perennial Pantry Coupon Code while buying their sustainable products. Perennial plants are the ones that come back year after year. They have a deeper root system which prevents soil erosion and improves the water quality. They return carbon to the soil and continue to yield produce without replanting each year. Perennial Pantry aims to develop the perennial supply chain and introduce Kernza, a type of perennial wheat, to the world.\n
What is Perennial Pantry?
Perennial Pantry is a brand that aims to accelerate the transition to perennial agriculture, by developing the perennial supply chain. A supply chain that is good for the environment and the people. They are also bringing the revolutionary Kernza grain to your kitchens, the world's first perennial grain! It has a sweet, delicious, nutty flavour and is ideal for cooking, baking and brewing. Kernza is high in protein and antioxidants and has eight times the amount of fiber as wheat. You can pre-book their Kernza products, using your Perennial Pantry Discount Code.
Why you need Perennial Pantry?
Firstly, Perennial Pantry is currently the first wholesale distributor of Kernza, which tastes great, and requires less tilling. You can pre-order your first bag of Kernza using your Perennial Pantry Coupons. Secondly, Perennial Pantry represents a bold new vision of an agriculture system that could be a worldwide climate solution. It could also be a better deal for farmers and consumers. Thirdly, perennial crops like Kernza grow around the year, holding the soil in place, sequestering carbon and filtering water. Lastly, all Kernza products come in a 100% compostable bag!
Perennial Pantry Products and Pricing
Kernza Flour €“ Whole, unshifted grain flour perfect for breads and baked goods. Depending on the quantity you want to buy, you can purchase a 14 OZ BAG for $9.75, 2 bags for $9.50 each, or 4 bags for $.9.25 each. Whole Kernza Grain €“ This is a perfect substitute for your grain bowls and is ideal for home brewing. The grain is packed with proteins, fiber, and antioxidants. You can buy 2 bags for $9.00 each, 4 bags for $8.75 each, or a 14 OZ bag for $9.25. Kernza Sampler Pack €“ Sample a bag of Kernza Flour and Whole Kernza Grain each. These two bags can be ordered for $19.00. You can even opt for a 3-month trial subscription for the Sampler Pack at $18/month. Don't forget to use your Perennial Pantry Promo Code while ordering.
By the direct-to-consumer sales of their Kernza products, Perennial Pantry offers you a chance to play a significant role in developing a new agriculture system. One that has enormous potential to heal the earth. This is the first time the Kernza Perennial grain is available for anyone to buy, with Perennial Pantry's crowdfunding campaign. So, if you are looking to bring a positive change to the environment, and want healthier grain and flour options, Perennial Pantry is the way forward. You May Also Like Raw Living Spirulina Review
Where Perennial Pantry products offer shipping to?
Perennial Pantry does offer free shipping in the United States. For international shipping, you need to visit the site.
Is there a refund policy?
Yes, you can return the products within 30 days of purchase. To be eligible for a refund, the item must be unused and must in the same condition it was purchased in.
How to use the Perennial Pantry Discount Code?
Copy the Perennial Pantry Promo Code and visit the official site.
Prior to the check out, add your code on the View Cart page. | agronomy |
https://notyourmothersweblog.wordpress.com/ | 2020-07-16T15:36:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593657172545.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20200716153247-20200716183247-00215.warc.gz | 0.977239 | 449 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__63446391 | en | I come from a long line of farmers on my father’s side of the family. They were a talented bunch of people who could coax food from the soil and I like to pretend that I received some of that DNA. And, as a result, I got sucked into buying a garden kit this year to start my garden from seeds.
This happened last year too. I get this notion that starting a garden from seeds is somehow more authentic and pioneer. So, I put the seeds into the soil-like stuff that expands when you add water (which may be the most exciting part of the entire process) and then carefully add the seeds one by one. They grow so happily and look like they’re reaching toward the light, which makes me feel weirdly proud in a demented way.
Then came the day that it finally stopped raining and the frost was over (and yes, that was indeed almost the end of May here in Michigan) and I could plant the cute little sun chasing embryonic plants. So I carefully dug holes, covered them with life inducing soil and watered them. They looked more like little sprouts for salads than little sprouts that would turn into big plants, but I forged ahead. And then they died. The end.
Well, okay, not quite the end because I went out and bought pre-grown plants, like I should have in the first stupid place. Who did I think I was? The Pioneer Woman? She confesses to being able to cook and homeschool at the same time (while raising animals and hosting a television show, of course). The only thing I’m confessing to is the fact that I can’t grow s*** from seeds and I like Sandra Lee and the Cake Mix Doctor way better than Martha Stewart. And, no, I don’t make my own macaroni and cheese.
Therefore I have decided that I have a semi-homemade garden. I let someone else grow the plants for their first few months and then I transplant them into my garden. All of the veggies, none of the sprout guilt, plus I still have time to blog. Who says you can’t have it all? | agronomy |
http://just-walt.blogspot.com/2011/06/cheap-bastids-tomato-crop.html | 2018-05-21T20:18:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864544.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20180521200606-20180521220606-00061.warc.gz | 0.961791 | 398 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__57345979 | en | I don't have much of a green thumb. I tend to “love” the plants too much, puttzing around and over-watering. I guess that’s why the lower leaves turned yellow and dropped off. I was giving them an inch of water about once a week. Of course, here in SoCal we don’t get an inch of rain between Easter and Thanksgiving so that was a bit much. I quit watering them for a week and they perked up. And now, I’m giving them sips every 3 days or so and I added some nitrogen fertilizer. They seem to be doing better.
So, the first tomato turned a gorgeous deep red and had just the right firmness hinting at the acidy-sweet deliciousness inside. I lovingly harvested it and took it inside to the kitchen, rinsed it off in a bath of cool refreshing water and placed it on my cutting board.
Taking out my sharpest knife, I cut it into perfect, round, succulent slices watching as each one separated and leaned against its neighbor.
Next I prepped some lettuce for a green salad with tomatoes. Then I sliced bread, cheese and salami for the perfect sandwich.
Assembly completed, I paused to admire the simplicity of my gastronomic handiwork. A perfect sandwich accompanied by a perfect salad. Flavors balanced. A bit of bread and cheese and meat complimented by the earthy goodness of the freshly harvested fruit of my gardening.
And, now for the reality of my tomatoey lunch:
Sometimes when you eat what you harvest, it’s not a very big meal. But homegrown, freshly harvested tomatoes are always the best. And there’s a whole bunch more just about ready to pick, this time enough for a “real” salad and sandwich.
Hopefully, I gotcha and you enjoyed this little bit of fun. | agronomy |
https://nice-boards.net/3-easy-recipes-that-make-the-most-of-your-strawberry-bounty/ | 2022-12-01T03:24:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710789.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20221201021257-20221201051257-00681.warc.gz | 0.916313 | 1,849 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__67977736 | en | Many of my summer memories are interwoven with strawberries.
I remember June mornings finding wild berries nestled under daisies along a dusty path on a family vacation in Vermont. Elementary school strawberry festivals, with soggy bowls of berries and ice cream in the very hot parking lot. My grandmother’s crumbly and salty cookies, left over from a previous dinner, piled up with whipped cream and fruit picked on the way home on the Jersey Shore.
And now the strawberry season has finally arrived.
The quintessential summer taste, exactly when the strawberries appear, is less predictable than a summer rain. But one thing is certain: our locally grown berries are the best. Tiny, delicate and intensely tangy, this dark ruby ââfruit is decidedly different from the big red orbs from California. This year’s harvest is even tastier than ever, given our long period of scorching sun and abundant heat. While dry, warm growing conditions are not ideal for farmers and pickers, these factors influence the taste of the fruit. Less humidity in the fields results in berries with concentrated flavors and firmer textures, perfect for drizzling with cream or tossing in a crunchy green salad.
As far as we know, the first wild strawberries were harvested for the drugs prescribed in ancient Roman literature. The whole plant has been brewed to treat depressive illnesses. The French introduced strawberries to their gardens and kitchens in the late 1300s. From there they flourished across Europe and made their way to our region as seeds in the pockets of German settlers.
While wild strawberries are perennials, which come back year after year, most farmers plant a new crop in early spring. June strawberry varieties produce fruit for three weeks. Day-neutral varieties – which refer to a plant’s sensitivity to light – will flower and fruit all summer long. Thanks to the University of Minnesota’s strong seed breeding program, we will see more of these berries in our farmers’ markets and co-ops in the sunny days to come.
The local berries are grown for flavor, not for travel or spending weeks in storage. It is best to devour them as quickly as possible (leaving the field or in the box when returning from the farmers’ market is perfectly acceptable). To store, transfer the strawberries to a flat plate or baking sheet lined with parchment or waxed paper and put them in the refrigerator. Do not remove the caps or rinse them until you are ready to use them; the cap protects them from moisture and damage.
And don’t throw those tops away! They are packed with a sweet berry flavor. Use them to brew vinegar, kombucha, or vodka. Simply wrap the lids in a glass jar with a lid and add enough liquid to cover. Screw the lid on and let the jar sit for a day or two, strain the liquid, discard the lids and enjoy. You can also mix these tops into smoothies (like you would spinach or kale) for a superfood boost.
If there is no shortage of strawberry dessert recipes, there is also a salty side to this pretty red fruit. It brightens up chicken salad and adds color and a sweet touch to any crunchy green salad. Make a simple basting sauce by combining the berries with chili peppers and vinegar to brush the grilled pork. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar on the strawberries for a strong flavor addition and serve with creamy brie.
Want to jam? The best tip is to put the berries in a saucepan, sprinkle with sugar and let them sit overnight before simmering them in a rich jam. I give up adding pectin because the fruit thickens naturally when it is simmered. (Pectin can make it look rubbery.)
To freeze strawberries, put them on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer until good and hard, then slip them into a freezer bag. They keep for six months, around the time you want to make jam when the winter winds are blowing. You can also throw frozen strawberries into the blender for a quick strawberry sorbet. Or use them in place of ice cubes in lemonade, iced tea, and sparkling drinks.
Old Fashioned Strawberry Shortcakes
Makes 9 cookies for 6 to 12.
Note: The classic strawberry shortcake is built on a cookie, made with lots of butter, which gives it a tender, crumbly texture. If you are serving 4 to 6, halve the amount of strawberries and sugar, and adjust the amount of whipped cream. Or enjoy the breakfast cookies reheated, smeared in butter and loaded with fresh strawberry jam. By Beth Dooley.
⢠8 ch. strawberries, tops removed and sliced
⢠1 to 2 tbsp. honey, or more to taste
⢠3 bedrooms. cake flour or all-purpose flour
⢠1 C. salt
⢠1 tbsp. baking powder
⢠3 tbsp. cut sugar
⢠6 tbsp. cold butter
⢠1 C. cold milk or buttermilk, or more as needed
⢠1 C. heavy whipped cream
⢠1 C. vanilla
In a medium bowl, toss strawberries with honey and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, baking powder and 2 tbsp of sugar. Work the butter into the flour mixture using a fork, pastry blender or your fingers. (Or, put the flour mixture in a food processor and add the butter.) The mixture should be as crumbly and even as breadcrumbs.
Pour the milk over the flour mixture and mix quickly until the dough comes together. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more milk, a tablespoon at a time.
Using your hands, lightly shape the dough into golf ball-sized balls and place them on the baking sheet, tamping them lightly with your palm to form a disc about 1 inch d. ‘thickness. Lightly brush the cookies with a little cream. Bake until lightly browned, about 15 to 20 minutes. Take out of the oven and let cool on a rack.
In a small bowl, whip the cream, vanilla and remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar until soft peaks form.
To assemble the shortbread cookies, divide the cookies in half and distribute the cream and then the strawberries evenly over the shortbread cookies. Use immediately.
Strawberry ice cream (without churn)
For 6 to 8.
Note: This simple recipe does not require any cooking or special equipment. All you need to do is crush the berries, whip the cream and freeze lightly. This recipe should be prepared ahead of time to allow time in the freezer. By Beth Dooley.
⢠2 bedrooms. strawberries, tops removed, and more for garnish
⢠1 can of 14 oz of sweetened condensed milk
⢠2 tsp. vanilla
⢠Pinch of salt
⢠2 1/2 tsp. heavy cream
In a large bowl, use a fork to mash the berries. Add condensed milk and mash again until well combined; the mixture should be smooth. Stir in the vanilla and salt. Put aside.
In a medium bowl, whip the cream until medium peaks form. Add about 1/4 of the whipped cream to the strawberry mixture and stir into the berries to combine. Gently fold in the rest of the whipped cream in 2 or 3 additions. Pour it into a 9 x 9 inch pan and roll it out in an even layer. Cover with plastic wrap, gently press the wrap into the surface and transfer to the freezer.
Freeze mixture until firm, about 6 hours. Let soften at room temperature, about 10 minutes, before picking up. Serve garnished with additional fresh strawberries.
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
For 4 to 6.
Note: tangy and sweet, this makes a nice side salad and a light main course served with rough country bread. By Beth Dooley.
⢠3 tbsp. olive oil
⢠1/4 tsp. fresh lemon juice
⢠1 tbsp. chopped basil, plus more for garnish
⢠12 to 14 ounces. fresh spinach
⢠2 bedrooms. fresh strawberries, tops removed
⢠Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
⢠4 ounces of goat cheese
In a large bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice and basil. Add spinach and strawberries and toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Unmould onto a serving platter or individual plates and garnish with a few wedges of goat cheese and garnish with additional chopped basil.
Beth Dooley is the author of “The Perennial Kitchen”. Find it on bethdooleyskitchen.com. | agronomy |
https://www.vivandafirenze.it/about-us/?lang=en | 2019-07-21T02:41:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195526818.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20190721020230-20190721042230-00103.warc.gz | 0.960243 | 435 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__104404567 | en | Lapo and Giulio, friends since kindergarten, have founded the company “Dalle Nostre Mani” ( from our hands), located in the hills of Cerbaia in Tuscany. Their company produces wine from organically grown grapes.
Giulio is an agronomist with a degree in enology. In addition to managing the vineyard, he also handles the wine and food selection for his restaurant “Vivanda.”
Lapo is also an agronomist with a degree in tropical science, Lapo also handles raw materials and logistics.
Our vineyards are characterized by the exclusive use of local grape vines such as Pungitello, Foglia Tonda, Abrostine, Abrusco extending from all the way to the protected area of Padule di Fucecchio
Dalle Nostre Mani is a project that started in 2005 when we decided to restore some of the vineyards near Giulio’s house in Fucecchio. Many of the vinyards we utilize are owned by local farmers who, mainly because of their age, had not been able to properly maintain their vineyards. We started collaborating with 14 of these elder farmers, and today our project has evolved; we are farming 30 acres of restructured vineyards, converting them to organic production.
In our vineyard we utilize a form of cultivation called “Girone Capovolto Toscano” where we tie the grapevine shoots into rows using willow tree branches or other biodegradable material, never plastic.
All the operations in the vineyard, from the pruning to the harvest of the grape, are done manually and with a great passion that is the underlying characteristic of our wine production.
We farm the vineyards in the tradition of elder farmers using ancient natural methods that are at risk of disappearing
Our wine bottle labels are designed to pay tribute to the farmers that came before and those that work with us now.
The wine we produce is lively, sincere and natural, produced with respect for the environment and the people that drink it. | agronomy |
http://www.greengrants.org/2012/07/31/honduras-building-resilience-against-climate-disasters/ | 2013-06-20T00:00:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368709906749/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516131146-00055-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.969094 | 257 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__178165597 | en | Honduras: Building Resilience Against Climate Disasters
July 31, 2012 | No Comments
When Hurricane Felix struck the Moskitia coast of Central America in 2007, flooding and mudslides devastated the region. More than 160,000 people were affected by that one natural disaster.
Cendela Lopez and her organization, MIMAT—a women’s group in Honduras that works with indigenous Moskita people—traveled to surrounding communities to speak with local women and their families.
Thousands of acres of crops had been destroyed. There was an immediate food shortage and loss of income, but the greatest concerns were long-term. Local women were especially vocal about the vulnerability they felt to future disasters and new weather patterns. They needed to build resilience in the face of their changing climate—a global crisis to which these communities had not contributed.
With a $3,000 grant, MIMAT created three seed banks. Now, these subsistence farmers, and especially the Moskita mothers providing for their families, have access to new seeds if their crops are destroyed by drought, flood, or some other environmental disruption. Crops of beans, rice, yams, and yucca will continue to thrive and support local communities facing climate chaos. | agronomy |
https://dailyafrica.net/malawi-minister-confident-about-salima-sugar-company/ | 2023-12-01T23:35:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100308.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201215122-20231202005122-00015.warc.gz | 0.96457 | 388 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__271613385 | en | Minister of Agriculture Sam Dalitso Kawale has expressed optimism in the future of the Salima Sugar Company Limited (SSCL).
Kawale was speaking on the sidelines after touring the factory to appreciate some of the work that the company is doing to improve the sugar industry.
According to Kawale, the company’s plans to expand its capacity and management reforms that are currently happening at the company foretell a great future in which Malawians will benefit from the company’s existence.
“We have seen that there’s a great future in Salima Sugar Company Limited, and as a ministry we have committed to do anything in our capacity to assist the company to expand and grow because that is the only way more Malawians are going to benefit from it,” he said
Recently the company embarked on an expansion journey which among other things require increase in capital and implementation of reforms in its management for benefits to be realized.
Executive Chairperson for the SSCL, Wester Peter Kosamu said due to the company’s reforms, more Malawians have been placed in managerial positions, a thing that will allow the company to work in the interest of the Malawian, unlike the case before.
Kosamu said the company is in the process of trying to obtain a loan that will allow it to expand its production capacity.
“So we are asking government to back us up so that we can obtain this loan and we promise that after the sought expansion we will create more jobs for Malawians, but also we will place ourselves for the reduction of sugar prices in the country,” he said.
During the tour, Minister Kawale also appreciated irrigation infrastructure targeted a production of maize at a 1000 hectare land which is expected to start operating during the next irrigation season, implemented with an aim of increasing grain availability in government grain reserves. | agronomy |
http://www.certifiedhomesinspections.com/the-best-advice-about-lawns-ive-ever-written.html | 2019-07-22T17:09:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195528141.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20190722154408-20190722180408-00284.warc.gz | 0.973538 | 478 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__62541810 | en | 3 Reasons Why You Should Hire Lawn Care Services
If you want your lawn to look great, then you need to constantly maintain it. But the truth is that taking care of your own lawn is never an easy task. But the great news is that you do not have to take responsibility for your lawn care because you can easily hire a lawn care service to do it for you. You can be sure that lawn care services will offer you with great benefit after great benefit. If you are interested to know more about these benefits, then continue reading this article. Here, you will learn about some of the best benefits to lawn care services. So out of all the great benefits, here are only the top 3 benefits.
Being able to save a lot of time is one of the first great benefits that you will receive if you hire lawn care services. You can be sure that doing your own lawn care will require a great deal of time; it can take hours before you completely maintain your whole lawn. If you are always on a tight schedule, then wasting all that time doing your own lawn care will be stressful and hassle. But if you leave it to lawn care services, you won’t have to waste any of your time. So this is benefit number one that you will receive from lawn care services.
Lawn care services can help you save energy; this is another great benefit. We will tell you now, and that is that doing your own lawn care is very tiring, thus wasting away all your energy. You can be sure that wasting your energy on lawn care will only make you too tired for other important tasks. But you will not have to use any energy when you let lawn care services maintain the lawn for you. So this is benefit number two that you will receive from lawn care services.
Lawn care services will help you with your landscape design; this is yet another great benefit. It is always great to come up with a landscaping design to improve the looks of your lawn. However, landscaping designs are not easy to acquire. But you can be sure that your lawn care service will help you even in this situation. So this is benefit number three that you will receive from hiring lawn care services; just because this was the last benefit that we mentioned here in no way means it is the least of the benefits to lawn care services. | agronomy |
http://pharmagenesis.net/PG490_Supply.htm | 2019-04-22T16:09:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578558125.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20190422155337-20190422181337-00323.warc.gz | 0.916837 | 310 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__178352183 | en | PG490 (triptolide) is the natural product starting material used for the manufacture of both TriptoSar and WilGraf. It is also a starting material for the synthesis of prodrugs and derivatives. Pharmagenesis, Inc. currently possesses the world's largest stockpile of PG490, and is the world’s largest supplier of this natural product.
is obtained from a plant that grows abundantly in many locations in China.
The compound is found in leaves and stems, but is most abundant in the
In order to remain the
world’s largest supplier of PG490, and to assure a consistent supply of high-quality plants, Pharmagenesis, Inc. is both sourcing the collection of wild plants from vendors
as well as cultivating its own plants in China. Pharmagenesis, Inc.
owns a 400-acre agricultural facility in China that cultivates this medicinal plant in compliance
with European GAP standards.
Pharmagenesis, Inc. owns a 400-acre agricultural facility in China that cultivates this medicinal plant in compliance with European GAP standards.
a state-of-the-art method developed by Pharmagenesis, Inc., PG490 of the
highest-available purity is currently being manufactured by Pharmagenesis in
China under European cGMP standards.
a backup strategy to PG490 sourcing in China, we plan to be able to generate this natural
product via total synthesis. A
research procedure to synthesize PG490 is in hand. | agronomy |
https://secondandedgemont.com/tag/garden/ | 2021-07-27T19:17:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153474.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20210727170836-20210727200836-00529.warc.gz | 0.956905 | 1,689 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__141916795 | en | My garden is donning it’s autumn wardrobe with it’s palette of deep burgundy, rust, purples and gold.
The hens are finished molting and are ready for the cold winter months with their fluffy down.
I have slowly begun to put the garden to bed as it is still quite mild. Plants are still producing and flowering among the seed heads and fallen leaves and we are still harvesting a few crops.
It was my first attempt at growing peanuts this year. I grew them in a pot and we just recently harvested a small bowlful. Not a huge harvest but a whole lot of squeals as we unearthed those legumes!
Today I picked all of the green cherry tomatoes left on the vines before the first hard frost hits. I plan to pickle them with onions and horseradish (another crop growing in our garden to be harvested soon).
Last night after dinner while Hannah and I were sitting on the back porch chatting, she began picking and nibbling on mint leaves from a plant growing in a big terracotta pot. As I watched her, I remembered a fun idea I had read about and told her to pick a small bowl full of the largest mint leaves she could find. Looking a bit puzzled she followed orders while I poured chocolate chips into the double boiler to melt.
My chocolate loving girl’s eyes immediately lit up once she realized that we were making after dinner mints!
Chocolate Covered Mint Leaves
20-30 fresh peppermint leaves
a few handfuls of chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
Wash and dry mint leaves. Heat up chocolate chips and coconut oil into a double boiler and stir until smooth. Turn off heat and with tongs or tweezers dip leaf into chocolate and lay on a sheet of wax paper. Freeze for a few hours. Store in an airtight container in fridge.
Every year I make quite an extensive list of all that I would like to accomplish in the garden. The list includes the introduction of new plants, transplanting, dividing as well as several infrastructure projects. I am relaxed and realistic about my list and know that we will most likely not get to all of it.
This spring I hit the jack pot when my mother’s neighbor (who was moving) opened up his garden for us to dig up and transplant an amazing variety of plants!
I am happy to report that so far many projects have been crossed off this year. Some, we are in the process of and others are planned for the fall. What doesn’t get done will simply move on to next year’s list.
2015 Garden Plan
:: Incorporate more evergreens in to my landscape
I have planted rhododendron, a few different varieties of Laurel along with Leucothoe, Sweet Bay and Holly.
:: Plant more deciduous flowering shrubs
I have planted several varieties of Hydrangea along with Fothergilla, Pieris, Nandina, Deutzia and Callicarpa (Beauty Berry).
:: Remove dead climbing rose around kitchen window and replace with autumn Clematis
I have removed the rose. My aunt Patty has dug up an autumn Clematis from her garden for me.
:: Remove English Ivy on house
A big project that we plan to do this fall.
:: Plant a Liriope hedge in front of rock wall
:: Plant peanuts, broad beans, purple sprouting broccoli and elderberry
I planted peanuts and elderberry. I have always wanted to grow purple sprouting broccoli but have not had luck in finding starts for sale. Next spring I will be sure to order the seeds to start along with broad beans.
:: Plant more flowering bulbs in fall~ Narcissus, Tulip, Muscari, Allium, Crocus and Galanthus (Snow Drops)
I’ll wait until late fall for sales and deals on bagged bulbs.
:: Prune pear tree
Will do so in late winter.
:: Rebuild back porch
We are almost finished!
:: Build stone wall around the front of house.
This will most likely move on to 2016’s list.
:: Hook up rain barrel
:: Lay stone path in back garden
This is back breaking work and I have decided to use my “just a little bit” rule with this project. With a pick ax and shovel my goal is to fill 4 buckets with dirt every other day for Chris to haul away. Once the path is dug out we will begin to lay a pile of foraged stone.
:: Build cob oven
Moved to 2016’s list.
:: Rooftop beehive on top of shed
Moved to 2016’s list.
When Chris and I were first looking at houses to buy before we got married there were a few “must haves” in my mind when considering what was important to me in a home. The house needed to have a fireplace. It needed to have a decent size kitchen (large enough for a sitting area). And a backyard of some sort was also very high on the list too. Original woodwork, radiant heat and a corner property in the heart of town were all bonuses when we found our house.
As we settled in my “must have list” began to grow with built ins, a claw foot tub, wainscoting, cedar shakes, a chicken coop, an edible garden and a place to hang window boxes to name a few. Lucky for me my Pop was kind enough to grant many of those wishes including the boxes that live under my kitchen and dining room windows. Maybe it was all of the Beatrix Potter and Eloise Wilkins books from my childhood but I always envisioned my house having window boxes overflowing with geraniums and begonias.
Since my boxes live in very shady conditions I am limited to shade loving plants. This year I planted a variety of begonias along with Tradescantia pallida ‘Purpurea’ and Helichrysum petiolare. I love the ever blooming nature of the begonia mixed in with the deep purple Tradescantia and the grey, trailing Helichrysum. I used straight compost to keep the plants well fed and lush until frost.
Relying on annuals each year for planters, pots and window boxes can be costly. Both begonia and Tradescantia are easy to root in water and I have already begun to start new plants to winter over and supplement into next year’s boxes.
I love how the boxes transform both the outside and inside of my home. They cast beautiful little shadows on my walls indoors and their colorful scenes are so soothing as I wash dishes and sit down to a meal.
Head on over to Tend where I talk about my love for plinths and pedestals in the garden.
Enjoy your weekend my friends.
We are headed to the beach!
Oh autumn how I love thee! Yet another excuse for me to create new little vignettes to reflect the change of season. Like I said before mother nature doesn’t need much help in creating the most beautiful of scenes but I can’t help it sometimes to lend a helping hand.
At this time of year it is hard for me to walk past the many varieties of gourds and pumpkins sold at the market. I like to combine different colors and textures and stack them on top of one of one another and then look for places in my backyard space that could use some height and dimension as well as a pop of color. I choose places close to the house like the patio and by my back door. They bring a smile to my face each time I pass by.
Although there is still much blooming and growing in the garden, I have had to remove a few plants from some pots that have petered out, a perfect place for a few pumpkin towers. I love how they look nestled in with trailing vines and herbs.
Oh and speaking of herbs, head on over to TEND where I write about one of my favorite herbs, Lemon Verbena. | agronomy |
https://okiehunts.com/product/gpar-sooner-lake-waterfowl-lease-160-acres-pawnee-county-5-hunter-max/ | 2023-12-03T20:04:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100508.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203193127-20231203223127-00782.warc.gz | 0.937989 | 118 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__265477227 | en | Approx. 160 acres. 1.7 mi SE of Sooner Lake. Bermuda grass with 3 small ponds but the lake and the feed is what draws them in. Landowner stated Geese are thick in the area and feed in the fields. Land to the north is planted to wheat every year as is the land to the south is planted to wheat. Quite a few ducks hang out here also.
Annual Lease – Hunt migratory or waterfowl as the seasons open.
Camping not allowed
Livestock Present – Approx. 30-45 Head | agronomy |
http://m.hariyaliorganic.in/vermi-compost-fertilizer-6322902.html | 2022-10-05T08:25:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337595.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20221005073953-20221005103953-00204.warc.gz | 0.943381 | 140 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__58788918 | en | Vermi Compost Fertilizer
Vermi Compost Fertilizer is a stoichiometric mixture of various types of organic waste produced from vegetables and animals. It can be used as a fertilizer and soil conditioner in various plants and vegetation to ensure faster and better growth. This organic plant growth promoter is highly demanding and popular among our customers as it is free from harsh chemicals and toxins that make them safe for the plants as well as the environment.
B No. 0769, Kirori Mal Ka Hata, Sumer Sagar, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, 273001, India | agronomy |
http://www.justpure.co.za/blog/2011/09/19/q-what-is-the-percentage-of-certified-organic-ingredients-in-the-just-pure-skin-and-body-care-range/ | 2017-06-27T05:10:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128320995.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20170627050500-20170627070500-00182.warc.gz | 0.964601 | 232 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__68833438 | en | A: We use the highest possible concentration of certified and wild harvest ingredients in our range, and use cold-pressed, certified organic plant oils where possible as the base. However we do not exclusively use certified organic ingredients, as the organic certifications can be very onerous. Although some of our 100% pure natural ingredients oils do carry official organic certification, some growers are so small and very remote, with the result that they cannot get, nor afford official organic certification – although they farm the plant material as they have done for centuries. Organic certification is highly fashionable right now, but we believe that if plant material is grown and harvested in a sustainable and natural way, the quality is what is highly acceptable. All our suppliers are smaller family-based farms, and they do not rely on chemical fertilizers and pesticides to make their plants grow or to keep them healthy – unlike some large industrial growers. So, although some of our oils are not all certified “organic”, since the cost of certification is too high for smaller farmers, our oils are produced in a pure and natural way, and thus maintains the purity, quality and consistency of our products. | agronomy |
http://intiworld.com/en/ | 2019-07-17T16:52:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195525355.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20190717161703-20190717183703-00193.warc.gz | 0.932255 | 277 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__129834570 | en | Inti Group is a group of companies based in Mexico and Peru, mainly dedicated to the exportation and commercialization of products of different kinds.
From Mexico Intiworld S.A. De C.V -one of the member companies of our “Inti Group”, exports semi-precious stones such as orange calcite, brown calcite, black obsidian and ‘rainbow’ obsidian; all of excellent quality and at very competitive prices for the international market. Market Stone, on the other hand, is a company dedicated to the commercialization in Mexico of handicrafts and materials for the manufacture of custom jewelry.
We offer a great variety of semi-precious stones for decoration, for stone collectors or for artisans, jewelers etc. We are specialized in the distribution of different varieties of quarz, either raw, polished or worked into finished products like pendulums, massage stones etc.
AGRO INTI CHAO
Agro Inti Chao SAC., is the main component of the agricultural branch of Inti Group. Based in Peru, it offers to the international market high-quality agricultural products at very competitive prices. It has recently started the exportation of ‘Red Globe’ grapes, ‘Hass’ avocado, and ‘Wonderful’ pomegranate. | agronomy |
https://www.kajimaroad.com/2021/05/stone-separator/ | 2024-03-02T12:20:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475825.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302120344-20240302150344-00310.warc.gz | 0.939585 | 196 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__71458991 | en | - Improved permeability
- Removal of surface stones
- Improvement of hardened ground
- Soil improvement of planting zone
- We will improve the ground where the stones are exposed or hardened to a soft ground
- It is also possible to restore the function by mixing the ground with poor permeability with sand or improvement materials.
- Mixing and sieving work is done in one process, so construction can be done in a short period of time.
- The stones in the lower layer can be effectively used as a drainage layer, so it is an environmentally friendly construction method that does not generate waste.
- In addition to the ground, it can be applied to soil improvement of large-scale planting zones and soft rock soil such as golf courses.
The ground is scraped up and the existing soil is crushed by the rotor bit. When it is struck around the hood by its centrifugal force, it is screened by the screen.
Rotor Hood Structure | agronomy |
http://www.sabinetankships.com/garden-plants-that-are-safe-for-rabbits-and-guinea-pigs/ | 2019-10-23T23:21:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987836368.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20191023225038-20191024012538-00411.warc.gz | 0.955808 | 549 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__109031257 | en | Garden Plants That Are Safe For Rabbits And Guinea Pigs
You may can gather a choice of garden plants/weeds relating to feeding to either bunnies or guinea pigs. Within the periods of bad weather, when the animals seem to be confined to their hutches, they will appreciate one or two of mixed grass decorations with the incorporated undesirable weeds. They prefer relatively short sod grass to coarse, time intensive meadow grass, however.
Dwarf Bunnies of extravagant plants will depend to do with the season, of course, with the greatest solution being available during jump and early summer. Practice check before you nutrition to any plants that usually are very well not likely to nevertheless be poisonous. If you are often at all doubtful, right approach is to take no notice of any plants unless people are absolutely sure they’ll not harm your stash. As a general guide, pursuing are all safe a cordless as food: Bramble (Rubus fruticosus): Rabbits especially just as the young leaves. You’re able also offer older gives but take care of which no thorns remain attached with the stalks if here too are fed.
This is not one particular problem if one pertaining to the cultivated thornless types is available. Chickweed (Stellaria media): Various forms of a chickweed exist and his or distribution can be certainly localized. It is a new lush growing plant suffering good conditions, however, in addition , produces tiny white fresh flowers. Clover (Trifolium species): Not a particular easy plant to get hold of in bulk, since in which often occurs sporadically from an area of lawn and garden and is normally feasted with grass. It might be also often present around hay. Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara): This plant and the truck bed cover’s flowers are readily required by both rabbits plus guinea pigs.
Grows in all styles of soil. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Easily cultivated caused from rootstock if desired. You’re able to offer both the floral arrangements and leaves, but when possible with other items, simply because this plant is said to eat a laxative effect. Flip flops advances the leaves look aftter die back and liver spots may appear on top. It is probably best so that you can leaves in this ailment. Kept in a sheltered and succulent environment, however, the marijuana plants continue to grow due to much of the summer time and well into any autumn. Other, similar vegetation . which are normally out there slightly later in the time of year are various forms on Sow-thistle (Sonchussp.) | agronomy |
http://www.widestonegardening.com/services | 2018-07-23T13:14:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676596463.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20180723125929-20180723145929-00375.warc.gz | 0.951603 | 964 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__113725865 | en | Seasonal Plantings and Perennial Care
The season for garden care typically starts in late March and continues, periodically, into December. During this time there is significant work to be performed in the perennial garden: spring clean-up, fertilization, compost application, division, deadheading, weeding, staking, insect and disease management, cutting back and winterizing are all on-going activities. Spring and fall tend to be more active than other months, but there is always work that can be done to ensure the greatest flower production and best plant health possible.
During the growing season there are many opportunities to complement perennial and mixed beds with freely flowering annuals. Widestone works with the finest local growers and can select beautiful seasonal plants to add an additional layer of color to your garden.
Structural and Aesthetic Pruning
Pruning of woody material and ornamental trees is critical for their health and your enjoyment. There are two basic approaches to pruning that Widestone employs. Structural pruning is performed for the health of the plant to eliminate weak, unhealthy, and improper growth. Aesthetic pruning improves the visual appearance of the plant by eliminating crossing branches, opening up dense growth, shaping to a desired form or height, as well as correcting many other visual issues.
Garden Design and Restoration
Widestones approach to managing gardens is deeply rooted in serving and preserving the aesthetic goals of the design intent. We also have the ability to restore older gardens that have lost their definition over time. Through intense garden care, pruning, plant replacement and repair or renovation of hardscape through our relationships with excellent contractors, we can bring life back to well-designed gardens that may have been neglected over time.
We also have on staff talented designers capable of handling any aspect of new garden design. From designing a small cutting garden or perennial bed to larger design projects, Widestone can work with you to handle most any design need.
Terrace and Container Planting
Widestone has a specialized team dedicated to container design and planting. We work with you to develop a planting scheme to compliment your home and enhance your outdoor living experience using our Property Profile Plan, weto manage this scheme and keep a history of our work that we can refer to in the future.
There are typically four distinct seasons for which containers can be planted.
The spring season is early April to the middle of May and the plants are typically forced spring bulbs and some frost resistant trailing plants. This early season brings great pleasure to our clients, as there is often little activity in the garden and these bright colors build anticipation for the coming season.
The summer season from the middle of May to the end of August dictates heat tolerant plants. Containers are designed based upon your garden and your specific tastes and desires. Since this is a long growing season, there are occasional changes in plants to keep containers fresh and full.
Fall is a change back to cooler weather plants that will have the hardiness to last from September through November. There are many exciting choices for the fall that can keep containers colorful and interesting.
The winter season continues from December to the end of March. Cut greens, berries, fruits, colorful twigs and branches abundantly fill our client's containers through this season. Widestone works with some excellent suppliers of non-typical greens to complement the more traditional palette of material. We can create for you texturally rich arrangements that will remain attractive throughout the season.
Widestone has a broad expertise in the landscape with a focus primarily on perennials, shrubs and ornamental trees. We have a great deal of experience with both large and small installations, and given our focus on the smaller, more delicate material, we often work seamlessly with other contractors when larger installation is required. This work can include large plants, hardscape (walls, walkways, terraces, etc.), irrigation, lighting, fences and any other aspect of an installation.
In November for Thanksgiving, and December for the myriad of holidays Widestone decorates many of its client's properties with lights, festive greens, berries, fruits, swags, wreaths, garlands and more. We work closely with you to determine your tastes and desires. Our talented and imaginative staff design and create wreaths, swags and other unique decorations, and we will work with you to devise a decorating plan that is right for you.
Garden Consultation and Analysis
Often times our relationship with a client begins by helping them to understand what is happening in their landscape. We identify existing problems, from poor or challenging conditions to negligent maintenance practices. We will inventory plants in a landscape, determine their condition, and build a roadmap to their renewed health and vigor. | agronomy |
https://www.confor.org.uk/news/latest-news/consultation-on-wales-sustainable-farming-scheme/ | 2024-04-16T21:27:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817106.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416191221-20240416221221-00635.warc.gz | 0.910919 | 238 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__61035410 | en | Consultation on Wales Sustainable Farming Scheme
21 March 2024
The Welsh Government consultation into the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) recently concluded.
This was the final step in delivering the SFS, which crucially calls for a mandatory 10% woodland cover on farmland in Wales. The consultation set out proposals, detailing:
- how farmers will be rewarded for responding to the climate and nature emergencies, as well as producing food in a sustainable way
- how the scheme meets the objectives of Sustainable Land Management (SLM)
- support available
Confor prepared an industry response in collaboration with members in Wales. This full document is available below.
We sought clarity on the permitted species mixtures of required habitat management areas, the timelines for site management plans, and the implications of long-term forestry rotations for tenant farmers.
Overall, we welcome the 10% tree cover rule, particularly as the requirements allow for a range of management practices and unplantable areas are removed from the land calculations. Additionally, we made it clear that the forestry sector is well-suited and ready to provide support to farmers undergoing this transition.
The consultation documents can be found here >> | agronomy |
https://industrie-gfifrance.com/main-elements-of-soil-sampling/ | 2024-04-17T22:57:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817181.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417204934-20240417234934-00681.warc.gz | 0.937259 | 1,637 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__110581206 | en | A soil sampling is the first step to developing a nutrient-management plan. But not all sampling methods are created equal. The different sampling patterns used include grid cell, point and zone sampling as well as combinations of these methods. A well-designed sampling pattern is key to accurately representing the variability within your field. Sampling Techniques
A soil sampling is the first step to developing a nutrient-management plan. But not all sampling methods are created equal.
The different sampling patterns used include grid cell, point and zone sampling as well as combinations of these methods. A well-designed sampling pattern is key to accurately representing the variability within your field.
There are many different sampling techniques for obtaining soil test results. To avoid errors in sample collection, it is important to carefully consider the sampling technique.
The knowledge of the field should be used to select a sampling strategy. Grid sampling is the most common and accurate way to sample a field. However, if you are not familiar with the field in question, a random or zone sampling approach may be more effective.
Regardless of the sampling approach taken, it is important to ensure that the soil is sampled at a uniform depth. Variations in the depth of sampling can lead to incorrect analytical data in soils that are highly stratified. A uniform sample depth is also critical in avoiding biases in the sampling results due to the effects of the soil profile on the test result.
A soil sample should be taken using a probe which is designed to collect uniform amounts of soil at a given depth. This is usually done with bucket augers or push and hammer a probes. The probe should be clean and free of debris, and the sample should be taken from a location that has not been exposed to fertilizer or manure in the past.
Depending on the chosen sampling method, soil cores may be combined to create a composite soil sample. To obtain enough nutrients to perform a reliable soil analysis, it is usually necessary to use multiple cores.
The laboratory results are then interpolated in the map. This creates a continuous map of soil properties across the field. This representation will be used to develop a prescription rate chart to control the rate at which an amendment is applied to the field.
Comparatively, cell or point sample involves dividing a field into uniform grids of 1- to 3-acre-sized cells and identifying the locations of samples at the intersections or random points within each cell grid. Then, a single composite soil is collected for each grid area or point.
There are many ways to divide a soil sample into zones. These include Cell Sampling, Point Sampling, and Directed Sampling. The methods differ in the way the zone structure is created and where soil samples are collected within the zones. The different zone setups can be used to improve the representation of nutrient variability within the field.
If a field contains significant areas of more than one soil series, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln recommends sampling each series separately. A field with a wide range of past management techniques, such as gypsum, fertilization, or cropping systems, should also be sampled separately. Similarly, when selecting zones, differences in slopes, drainage, surface litter, and other characteristics must be taken into consideration.
The use of topographic maps or digital soil surveys may assist in the design of a sample pattern. This can make it easier to take samples where known sources of nutrient variability are present. If the topography of the field is known to affect soil test levels, grid sampling may be preferred to a cell sampling method.
Consistency is the key for reliable results regardless of the method chosen. The same procedure should be followed each time a soil sample is collected. This includes the way the area is chosen, when the soil samples are collected, and how much soil is put into each bag.
A common error is to use different amounts in each bag. Especially when moving from zone/grids to another. This can lead to inaccurate results, and should be avoided. Keeping the same amount of soil in each bag can be achieved by either quartering or compartmentalizing the sample before filling. This will ensure that the same amount of soil is tested each time and will help provide accurate nutrient maps over time.
It is important to sample the same area each time, whether you use a zig-zag pattern or a grid sampling technique. This will help to map nutrients more accurately and be useful when making decisions about variable rate applications.
A sampling site is a point or area within a field that is sampled. Sample locations can be identified by tracing field boundaries on a base map using a GPS (Global Positioning System).
The success of any sampling programme depends on the selection of sample sites. The SAP must include a representative sampling site that reflects the soil properties, exposure paths and risk assessment objectives. To meet project requirements and provide high-quality data, a combination of sampling techniques are usually required.
It is important to characterize sample sites in terms of their depth, location and nearby activities. For example, human exposures to subsurface soils through ingestion and dermal contact, migration to groundwater, ecological receptors burrowing at depth and construction activities need to be taken into consideration when selecting sample locations.
It is important that the technical rationale behind the selection of the sample locations be documented in a plan for sampling. The grain size distribution of the parent material, and the soil texture can influence the availability of naturally occurring chemical elements. Parent materials, chemical and physical weathering processes and soil management activities can all influence the composition of minerals, as well as their sorption capacity.
Before sampling, it is important to conduct a visual inspection of the field to identify differences in slopes, colors, textural characteristics, and cropping patterns. These differences can then be grouped to form distinct zones. These zones can be traversed for the purpose of collecting samples. The sampling zones should have a size that maximizes efficiency, while also balancing personnel and equipment costs, as well as the quality and accuracy of the data.
For nutrient control, sampling zones could be based on the area of the field, the production area, the boundary of adjacent fields, or similar soil and crop conditions. These zones should be surveyed carefully to ensure they are representative of a larger region and that the sample design accounts for spatial variation. Composite or ISM samples reduce variability when calculating the mean and therefore require fewer analyses and are more cost-effective than moderate- to high-density discrete sampling plans when the objective is to characterize the average. VOC compounds require special consideration when composing samples due to the risk of volatile loss during analysis.
Many agricultural consultants and equipment dealers offer soil testing services. The cost can vary widely, and many services are offered bundled into packages along with other testing and scouting services.
If you choose to conduct your own soil sampling, the most important tools are a soil corer and a clean plastic bucket or container for taking subsamples. You may also want to have a mud-map or aerial photograph to help plan where to collect samples.
Soil corers come in sizes from 1 to 5″ and with a variety handles and extensions. They can be used for a variety of purposes, such as nutrient testing or field mapping.
For most soil tests, it is recommended that a minimum of 10 cores be taken. This allows you to accurately represent any trends in soil or nutrient properties and includes the variability within an area of management.
VSI offers a variety of disposable, easy-to-use soil samplers. These are ideal for capturing soil samples in the correct volume and for keeping them in good condition as you work to develop site-specific recommendations.
Once you have collected the samples, thoroughly mix them. Discard any rocks or roots. Keep your samples cool until you’re ready to send them out for testing. To prevent damage and ensure accurate readings, they must be kept cool – ideally at or below 40F. A cooler with an ice pack is recommended to protect the samples while in transit. | agronomy |
https://nadcaa.org.uk/sheds-greenhouses/ | 2020-08-14T01:29:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439739134.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20200814011517-20200814041517-00146.warc.gz | 0.961019 | 443 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__125943763 | en | The maximum dimensions for sheds are 12’ (D) x 10’ (W) x 10’ (H).
Sheds should be in keeping with those on the rest of the field and wood is the preferred material although some very good aluminium sheds have come on the market recently.
The siting of your shed must be agreed with the Field Manager before erection. It must be well maintained and not allowed to fall into disrepair.
The maximum dimensions for greenhouses are 12’ (D) x 10’ (W).
The siting of your greenhouse must be agreed with the Field Manager before erection. It must be well maintained and not allowed to fall into disrepair.
Plastic: Some members have replaced the glass in their greenhouse with plastic sheeting. This is only allowed if it is industrial strength as used in poly tunnels.
Poly Tunnels are only allowed following permission from the Landlords.
Sizes must be submitted to the Secretary for forwarding to the Landlords.
Plastic: Only industrial strength plastic poly tunnels will be considered.
Be Warned – even a good quality Poly Tunnel can be ruined if sparks from a bonfire carry on the wind.
The Association has two big bills every year, the first is rent from the Landlords the second is the water bills for all five fields. We encourage all members to put water butts beside their sheds and greenhouses and to save water where possible.
Second-hand IBC Containers which have been used for vegetable oil can hold a 1000 litres of water and can be purchased on the internet quite reasonably.
Note from the Chairman:
Water is one of our biggest expenses and I try to lead by example. I have four water butts on either side of my shed. I also have two IBC containers, three water butts beside my Greenhouse and I have three others located on the plot near my fruit trees and in my fruit cage.
Water falls free from the sky, is better than tap water and any member that fails to collect this essential resource is just helping to push the rents up for all the other members. Please conserve as much as possible. | agronomy |
https://trustea.org/trustea-partners-with-tea-research-association-and-action-for-food-production-to-sustainably-transform-the-indian-tea-industry/ | 2023-06-09T07:05:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655446.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609064417-20230609094417-00013.warc.gz | 0.934777 | 1,256 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__90183838 | en | trustea partners with Tea Research Association and Action for Food Production to sustainably transform the Indian tea industry
World’s oldest & largest tea research institute along with a socio-technical development organization will actively work as implementation partners for the trustea Program across tea plantations, bought leaf factories and associated small tea growers in India
National, 10th September, 2019: trustea, the sustainability Code and Indian tea industry verification system for plantations, bought leaf factories (BLFs) and associated small tea growers (STGs), today announced that it has appointed Tea Research Association (TRA Tocklai) and Action for Food Production (AFPRO) as an implementation partner (IP). With 627 million kg tea verified (47% of total production) till August 2019, this partnership will provide a fillip to the adoption and implementation of the Code across tea plantations in India.
In its endeavor to sustainably transform the Indian tea industry, trustea will work with TRA Tocklai and AFPRO, to appoint a qualified trustea project manager who will oversee the Program, engage with entities in the tea sector for verification under the Code, provide knowledge and skill support to these entities and facilitate Program-level impact assessment activities with third party evaluators.
Announcing the partnership, Mr. Rajesh Bhuyan, Director, trustea, said, “We are proud and excited to watch the coming together of TRA, AFPRO and trustea. TRA Tocklai’s tea legacy with trustea’s vision for tea, and the possibilities that it holds for the tea industry in India. Their century long involvement in the industry and 55+ years of dedicated research with the Tea Board underscores their credibility to effectively implement the trustea Code in key tea growing regions in India. AFPRO has been an active partner in sustainable development initiatives and their focus areas; Food security and livelihoods, Watershed Management, Water and sanitation, Climate Change has good synergy with the trustea Program. An active trustea implementation Program means a successful, sustainable and organized tea community – for the sector and consumers.”
trustea will provide trainings to TRA Tocklai and AFPRO on the trustea Code, to ensure effective implementation of the Program. The trustea Code enables producers, buyers and others involved in Indian tea businesses to obtain tea that has been produced according to agreed, credible, transparent and measurable criteria.
Mr. Joydeep Phukan, Principal Officer and Secretary, Tea Research Association, said “TRA Tocklai has been looking after the sustainability of the Indian tea industry since 1911 and would like to ensure that the tea industry remains sustainable, economically robust and compliant with national and international standards.”
Mr. D K Manavalan, Executive Director, AFPRO, said “The objective of the mission should be to adjust our activities to the changing paradigm to adapt ourselves to regime “Climate Change” and follow the best possible participatory approach by all partners for regulating a regime for the benefit of all”.
trustea certification validates that tea is produced in a sustainable manner under the three pillars – Environment, Safety and Livelihoods. With this verification, the consumers are assured that the tea they are consuming has been produced responsibly, and producers can credibly demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. Compliance with the trustea Code will help improve competitiveness and make it possible for them to adhere to national regulations and, in future, with international sustainability standards.
trustea is an Indian sustainability Code and verification system for the tea sector. The Code is working with smallholder tea growers, bought leaf factories, estates and to address some of the key sustainability challenges in the industry including working conditions, health and safety of tea workers, water pollution, food safety, soil erosion and contamination. Till date, the trustea Program has engaged with nearly 51463 small tea growers and certified over 622 estates and bought leaf factories. The Program is supported by prominent entities with a long-standing commitment to sustainability, including IDH, The Sustainable Trade Initiative, Hindustan Unilever Ltd, Tata Global Beverages and Wagh Bakri Tea Group.
About Tea Research Association:
Tea Research Association (TRA Tocklai ) with its research headquarter at Tocklai Tea Research Institute, Jorhat Assam is the oldest tea research organisation in the world. It was set up in 1911. TRA Tocklai looks after the R&D needs of 75% of the Indian tea production. TRA Tocklai has contributed immensely for the development of the tea industry in North East India. The scientific contributions of the research institutes have helped increase tea production from an annual production of 119 million Kgs in 1910-11 to 1209 million Kgs in 2015. The yield per hectare increased from 524 Kgs per hectare in 1910-11 to 2131 Kgs per hectare in 2015. TRA Tocklai has invented tea manufacturing methods and machineries which have enhanced the quality of teas from Assam, Dooars and Darjeeling. TRA Tocklai has released more than 201 planting material comprising of clones and seed stocks which cover majority of the tea plantations in North East India covering 9 states including Bihar.
TRA Tocklai has a total of 10 branches providing all aspects of R&D on tea, ranging from clone development, tea agronomy, soils, biotechnology, biochemistry, entomology, mycology, water management and extension / advisory services to the industry including small tea growers.
About Action for Food Production (AFPRO ):
AFPRO is a Not for Profit (NPO) established in 1966 as a secular Indian technical service organization and registered in 1967 under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 for providing social and technical support for the upliftment of the weaker sections of society including the poor and the marginalized. The Aim of the Society is development of weaker sections of rural community and to move towards sustainable development through overall increase in their knowledge and skills, in the areas which directly affect their standard and quality of life. | agronomy |
http://welborndevices.com/roto-fingers-commercial-model | 2021-05-10T19:34:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991759.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20210510174005-20210510204005-00425.warc.gz | 0.802485 | 117 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__77491832 | en | - Operates on 120 volts
- Shells up to 2 bushels of peas or beans in 3 - 10 minutes
- Shells peas or beans without any adjustments
- Shells fresh from the garden (must let dew or moisture evaporate from hulls)
- Does not bruise peas or beans
- Height: 55 1/2" Width: 29 1/2" Length: 74" (with blower system)
- Weight: 450 pounds
Please call for pricing information at 601-428-5912 as prices are subject to change. | agronomy |
https://www.visitjackson.com/media/press-releases/theresa-love-named-executive-director-at-ms-ag-museum/ | 2024-04-14T15:04:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414130604-20240414160604-00836.warc.gz | 0.950864 | 387 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__115700154 | en | Theresa Love Named Executive Director at MS Ag Museum
September 7, 2023
Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson has named Theresa Love as executive director of the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum.
In this position, Love, a 26-year staff member of the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce (MDAC) and former acting director of the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum, will oversee all daily operations and events at the museum.
Love has accumulated 26 years of experience working for MDAC, with a significant portion of her career dedicated to the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum. Throughout her tenure at the museum, she has fulfilled various roles within education and volunteer services, as well as holding the deputy director, and more recently, acting director, positions. Love 's career has given her an educational background, and she holds a bachelor’s degree in counseling. Her values are centered around family, community, history and education. A prime objective that she strives to achieve for the Ag Museum is to create a compelling experience for visitors that brings these core values to life.
“I am proud to name Theresa Love as executive director of the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum,” said Commissioner Gipson. “She has faithfully served the agency for 26 years now, and her experience and proven abilities will help further our vision to educate individuals on Mississippi’s rich agricultural history for generations to come.”
“I am grateful for this valuable opportunity,” said Love. “The museum has an exceptional team, and I strive to nurture the remarkable legacy of this establishment to educate and captivate guests about the rich agricultural history of Mississippi. With an abundance of available resources at our fingertips, my intention is to make the utmost use of them to foster an enthusiastic interest among our younger generation, urging them to explore and pursue careers in the field of agriculture.” | agronomy |
http://www.phoenixtrinity.co.uk/eco/biochar/ | 2017-04-26T02:04:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917121121.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031201-00449-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.939516 | 468 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__293794475 | en | In order to offset the carbon emissions involved in the construction of our eco homes, plus the first 3 years of estimated domestic emissions produced when you live in one of our eco homes, Phoenix Trinity worked with Carbon Gold, the biochar company belonging to Craig Sams, of Green and Blacks Chocolate. Not only do we offset the carbon emissions we use, but we go beyond that, becoming Carbon Reductive – we offset more carbon than we use.
According to Wikipedia, Biochar is charcoal created by pyrolysis of biomass, and differs from charcoal only in the sense that its primary use is not for fuel, but for biosequestration or atmospheric carbon capture and storage.
Basically, the biochar is produced by part buning and part baking biological materials (called pyrolysis) locking in a third of the carbon that would otherwise become part of the atmosphere when the bio materials rot or are burned. This is particularly useful in industries like farming, where a lot of biological waste is produced – it also serves to benefit the soil it’s buried in, and oxygen is created by the process.
Charcoal is a stable solid rich in carbon content, and thus, can be used to lock carbon in the soil. Biochar is of increasing interest because of concerns about climate change caused by emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases. Carbon dioxide capture also ties up large amounts of oxygen and requires energy for injection (as via carbon capture and storage), whereas the biochar process breaks into the carbon dioxide cycle, thus releasing oxygen as did coal formation hundreds of millions of years ago.
Biochar is a way for carbon to be drawn from the atmosphere and is a solution to reducing the global impact of farming (and in reducing the impact from all agricultural waste). Since biochar can sequester carbon in the soil for hundreds to thousands of years, it has received considerable interest as a potential tool to slow global warming. The burning and natural decomposition of trees and agricultural matter contributes a large amount of CO2 released to the atmosphere. Biochar can store this carbon in the ground, potentially making a significant reduction in atmospheric GHG levels; at
the same time its presence in the earth can improve water quality, increase soil fertility, raise agricultural productivity and reduce pressure on old-growth forests. | agronomy |
https://www.greenstate.ch/en/business-model/ | 2023-03-26T13:04:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945472.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20230326111045-20230326141045-00030.warc.gz | 0.971077 | 251 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__268291795 | en | Indoor growing is one of the three of our business activities.
GreenState AG is having a plan to operate several modular and vertical farms in Switzerland, European Union and the USA. Modular and Vertical farms in other countries, regions and continents will be operated by our partners.
The growing portfolio will be developed based on the laws and needs according to the location where a growing facility is installed.
The second part of our business model is the sales of our products and services.
By GreenState AG products we define growing container hardware units and all components inside the growing room which could be bought separatelly from a single growing unit.
GreenState AG services are defined as software solutions that could be "leased" or licensed for annual usage, or custom made software solutions according to the client needs.
Furthermore, we could work as a research and development company for our clients, where they can use our working force and experience in vertical and modular farming for the purpose of creating the farms of the future.
For being able to operate in as many countries as possible and as many farms as possible we came up with the partnership and franchising solution where we will share our products, technology and brand name with potential serious businesses and business-minded individuals. | agronomy |
https://www.shadychoice.org/how-much-grass-seed-is-too-much | 2023-05-30T18:39:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646076.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20230530163210-20230530193210-00201.warc.gz | 0.962229 | 484 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__144518336 | en | Normal planting rates for new grass with fescue are 5 to 10 pounds per thousand to begin with, so 15 pounds per 1,500 square feet equals 10 pounds per thousand. It's at the top of the normal seeding rate, but it's still okay. If some smaller areas go up a little higher, it won't be a problem. Too much turf seed causes undue competition for resources such as electricity, water and nutrients, and turf seedlings struggle as a result.
Too little seed leaves grass thin or bare. Always follow “best practice guidelines” for planting turf seeds, including site preparation and good contact between seed and soil, and follow recommended seeding rates for lush results. If it's too dense, the seedlings don't root well and a lack of air flow could make them more prone to disease. Grass growth occurs in seasonal cycles, which vary according to the types of grass common to different regions.
However, remember that re-seeding only requires about half as many seeds as laying a new lawn and there are a couple of grass varieties that actually require less seeds than that, so don't overdo it if you already have some grass to work with. One of the most common problems lawn professionals see is when homeowners misjudge their real turf areas and overapply turf seeds or other products, such as fertilizers and herbicides. If you try to plant cold-season grass in early summer, for example, it probably won't work out very well, no matter how many pounds of grass seed you put in per square foot or how much fertilizer and hay you put on top to promote growth. In general, the measurements given for turf seeds per square foot in any grass seed breed only apply if you sow them during the intended season and with the correct humidity, soil, light and temperature conditions for the seed to germinate properly.
Obviously, the variety of grass will greatly affect how many seeds you'll need per square foot, but what I'm talking about here has nothing to do with cultivating grass, but rather with the type of seed itself. Depending on where you live, what your general climate is, and what specific variety of grass seeds you use, you should generally plan to plant at least 2 to 3 pounds of grass seed per 1,000 square feet; generally no more than five pounds, although there are some exceptions.
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http://www.beeodiversity.com/en/beeodiversity-services/environmental-monitoring | 2019-07-23T08:51:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195529175.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20190723085031-20190723111031-00217.warc.gz | 0.905375 | 481 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__12635951 | en | - Do you need to track the environmental evolution in a green area, to follow up an environmental project along the lines of Life, Interreg, Feder, etc. or a regional, urban or town one perhaps?
- Would you like to monitor the state of the site you derive your raw materials from (e.g.: water, food…)?
- Did you develop a biodiversity project but lack the tools to measure its impact or the performance indicators?
- Do you wish to assess the effects of your agricultural or industrial activities on the environment?
We have developed an environmental monitoring tool linked to the ecosystem of bees. This tool is the fruit of 10 years' scientific research and data gathering across urban, semi-urban, agricultural and woodland areas.
The tool allows you to identify more than 500 types of pesticides, numerous heavy metals, plant species, their numbers and nutritional value, bee health…
All in all, it analyses more than 20 indicators to give you a true picture of the state of the environment. Some of these indicators are directly linked to human health (e.g.: pesticides can lie at the root of allergies or serious illnesses).
On the basis of the results obtained we can then take concrete measures such as:
- Raising awareness amongst farmers or other users of pesticides found on the site about more sustainable practices;
- Planting in a targeted fashion to compensate for any established dietary deficiencies;
- Suggesting alternative practices to the actors emitting the heavy metals found on the site.
Sampling via bees
The usual methods used to monitor biodiversity require human intervention whether for sample taking, studying flora, etc. This means that the areas that can be covered are relatively limited and that the cost is considerable.
The BEEODIVERSITY tool saves on all of that because the bees do all the sampling. For bees and by bees! A sustainable partnership!
The advantage of this tool
This scientifically validated tool has several advantages:
- Precise indications of the state of the pollinators' ecosystem and the measures that need to be taken to improve it;
- Limited cost;
- A large area covered: bees will collect samples across an area of about 700 ha;
- A wide range of samples for a more accurate analysis: bees provide 4 billion samples on average a year;
- An innovative method that complements the traditional methods. | agronomy |
http://www.laederachprofessional.com/en/expertise/from-the-fruit-to-chocolate/countries-of-origin.html | 2019-02-22T08:38:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247514804.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20190222074154-20190222100154-00463.warc.gz | 0.931048 | 159 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__35481840 | en | The cocoa tree can only be cultivated under certain climatic conditions. It grows in a small band spanning 20 degrees north and south of the equator, and needs good soil and sufficient water. In addition, it does not tolerate temperatures below 16°C.
As it relies on pollination by mosquitoes and small flies, it loves shadow and rotting foliage. The oldest cocoa-growing areas are in northern South America and Central America. Mexico, Venezuela and Ecuador are seen as the original homeland of the cocoa plant, whose botanical name ‘Theobroma cacao’ literally translated means ‘food of the Gods’.
The main growing areas have now been relocated from Central America to West Africa and South East Asia. Around 70% of cocoa processed today comes from West Africa. | agronomy |
http://learningaffiliatemarketing.com/organic-gardening/organic-gardening-plr-article-pack/ | 2013-12-10T16:34:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164022208/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204133342-00042-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.883897 | 363 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__43826999 | en | A new Organic Gardening PLR Article Pack is now available.
Rosie Cottis of Flamillion PLR Products has just released her latest PLR Article Pack in the Organic Gardening niche. As she says, gardening is one of the most reliable niche markets around.
Gardening sites tend to be a profitable niche and with organic gardening you have one of the most lucrative and popular.
Rosie has put together a 10-pack of articles which will grow or can start your website.
These are a brand new set of articles and there will only be 75 copies released. Makes it easier for you to have less competition as the articles won’t be all over the internet.
The articles are between 520-680 words each. Here are the titles:
- Organic Gardening Tips For Late Summer And Fall
- How To Grow Roses Organically
- Lasagna Gardening For The Perfect Garden Bed
- Gardening For Beginners The Organic Way
- Successful Organic Vegetable Gardening
- Raised Garden Beds In Your Organic Garden
- Growing Carrots In The Organic Garden
- Moon Gardening In Organic Gardens
- Organic Vegetable Garden Planner
- Growing Winter Potatoes In The Organic Garden
As you can see they cover a variety of popular topics to keep people interested in your website. And they are set at an insane price you just can not resist.
So, be sure you get over and check out the Organic Gardening PLR Article Pack before they are all gone. Remember, only 75 copies of this pack will be sold – ever!
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https://314dc.com/project/indoor-agriculture/ | 2021-07-29T02:20:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153814.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20210729011903-20210729041903-00267.warc.gz | 0.936621 | 188 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__30849125 | en | 3.14 DC has combined indoor agriculture and technology to address the growing interest in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). One of our recent design concepts, “Where Grains & Greens Meet,” is a touchless, micro food stall with an in-house garden to provide fresh ingredients for customers.
To provide education and training in the Seattle area, 3.14DC partners with local youth and adult organizations to develop skills in urban agriculture and agriculture technology industries. By teaching how to utilize urban gardens and grow their own food, we believe that we can help local businesses become more in tune with the food growing business cooperative opportunities that exist locally.
314DC creates business models for underutilized real estate to maximize all dayparts with 24-hour growing cycles. We plan and program these spaces for CEA education and business incubators.
Our work on urban agriculture has been recognized by Food Tank. Read the article here. | agronomy |
https://booksfromaustralia.com/book/ecoagriculture-for-a-sustainable-food-future/ | 2022-05-23T19:54:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662561747.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523194013-20220523224013-00452.warc.gz | 0.913752 | 385 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__200205406 | en | Ecoagriculture for a Sustainable Food Future
Global food security is dependent on ecologically viable production systems, but current agricultural practices are often at odds with environmental sustainability. Resolving this disparity is a huge task, but there is much that can be learned from traditional food production systems that persisted for thousands of years.
Ecoagriculture for a Sustainable Food Future describes the ecological history of food production systems in Australia, showing how Aboriginal food systems collapsed when European farming methods were imposed on bushlands. The industrialised agricultural systems that are now prevalent across the world require constant input of finite resources, and continue to cause destructive environmental change.
This book explores the damage that has arisen from farming systems unsuited to their environment, and presents compelling evidence that producing food is an ecological process that needs to be rethought in order to ensure resilient food production into the future.
Aside from meticulous and prodigious research across a range of disciplines, the strength of this book is Chalmer’s clear-eyed, multi-faceted overview of the state of Australia’s agricultural landscapes.
- RRP (AUD)
Nicole Chalmer gained a Bachelor of Science and Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness before going farming for 30 years. Discontent concerning the social-ecological sustainability of modern farming led her to research sustainability of food production systems, from the deep past, colonialism and present.
CSIRO Publishing has an internationally recognised, editorially independent program publishing science titles for academic, professional and trade audiences. We are owned by Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation. | agronomy |
https://www.romboutsag.com/post/stabeling | 2021-08-04T10:29:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046154798.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20210804080449-20210804110449-00258.warc.gz | 0.966483 | 85 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__105593004 | en | Updated: Mar 11
Comfort your cows, enjoy the results
Spinder has been a reliable supplier of dairy housing solutions since 1973. Thanks to their knowledge of dairy farming, we can give you good advice and provide you with products that will function for decades without any problems. Their dairy housing concepts are being used by dairy farmers all over Europe who rely on durable quality and smart solutions for the daily activities of the cow. | agronomy |
http://eatingchina.com/index.htm | 2016-05-06T20:34:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-18/segments/1461862134822.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20160428164854-00019-ip-10-239-7-51.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.947063 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2016-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-18__0__101836321 | en | Rice–Asian-style 白米飯 (bái mǐfàn) Short, medium and long grain rice is eaten in China. As long as rice is served pure, white and fluffy, all will be well under the heavens.
Stir-fried Water Spinach炒空心菜 (chǎo kōngxīncài) Water spinach is one of the great vegetable staples of Taiwan and southern China. This quick-growing leafy green when cooked right is a great combo of crunchy stems and tender leaves.
Native to northern China, soybeans (Glycine max) were cultivated as early as B.C. 3,000. Soybeans later reached other parts of Asia, probably introduced by Buddhist missionaries. The bean's high nutritional value, after processing, and versatility have made it extremely important in Buddhist vegetarian cooking. | agronomy |
https://realoil.com/collections/organic | 2019-04-23T10:15:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578596571.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423094921-20190423120921-00377.warc.gz | 0.932541 | 99 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__140198521 | en | Get sweet relief from life's bangs and bruises with the power of pure essential oil.
Gain the next level of purity and strength from our line of USDA certified organic oils.
Experience the power and concentration of pure essential oils without the risk of trace chemicals. Our organic crops are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides or other harmful chemical compounds. This ensures the most sensitive and discerning of customers can have access to products that meet their needs at the highest national standards. | agronomy |
https://www.horticulture1.com/marketplace | 2017-09-24T03:16:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818689845.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20170924025415-20170924045415-00363.warc.gz | 0.863919 | 91 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__247704384 | en | ALL CLEARDamage:Whiteflies suck sap from the plant, resulting in a yellow mottling on the surface of the leaf, as well as leaf loss, wilting and stunting. Not only do they feed on plants, but they...
Category: Horticulture Fertilizers
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https://dietrichherald.com/polish-hemp-fields-expected-to-grow-on-food-fiber-production/ | 2024-02-25T05:04:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474581.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225035809-20240225065809-00294.warc.gz | 0.949115 | 581 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__208176807 | en | Polish hemp fields are expected to resume expansion next year after dropping to about 1,800 hectares (4,450 acres) in 2022, down from 2,200 hectares in 2021.
The growth will be driven by grain and fiber production, which have long been the determinate sectors in Polish hemp output, according to leading Polish hemp company Kombinat Konopny.
“The rush towards flower biomass production (for CBD) has proved short-lived, but its scale has never been really substantial” in Poland, said hemp veteran Maciej Kowalski, Kombinat Konopny ‘s CEO.
“Use of hemp as highly-nutritional food will certainly be on the rise, adding to the total cultivation in Poland and Europe,” and “slowly but surely the straw processing will be picking up, thus creating possibilities for farmers that are already more than willing to cultivate hemp large-scale,” said Kowalski, whose company makes products from all parts of the hemp plant.
Why fields contracted
After hitting a peak of 3,500 hectares in 2020, a number of factors have caused Polish hemp fields to shrink.
In addition to Polish growers backing out of CBD in the midst of a massive crash in that subsector, a ruling against the Finola grain variety – popular among Polish growers – inhibited hemp farming for food seed beginning in 2021. Polish farmers could grow Finola, but their crops were not eligible for essential European agricultural subsidies because the variety previously showed THC levels above the EU and Polish limit of 0.2%.
“Polish farmers had to compete with German, French and Lithuanian producers that received €300-600 per hectare in subsidies, making the domestic farming of Finola completely uneconomical,” Kowalski said.
With the EU moving to a 0.3% THC limit for hemp plants beginning next year, problems with Finola will be resolved. And Poland’s highest administrative court has affirmed the legality of unprocessed products made from the hemp plant’s flowers and leaves, an issue other European countries continue to struggle with. That clarity, given in a permanent decision by Poland’s highest administrative court, could give Polish producers at least a temporary edge in flower-based extracts.
Polish rules can still be improved. Kowalski said increasing the limit for THC “on the field” to a full 1.0% and setting the recommended daily dose for THC at 1mg would make the Polish hemp industry more competitive immediately.
And while demand is steady for hemp-fiber-based building materials and textiles, processing infrastructure is still needed in Poland. “Farmers want to grow raw material, but the industry wants end-products,” Kowalski said. | agronomy |
http://www.berriesnw.com/ | 2015-05-27T15:36:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207929012.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113209-00008-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.918607 | 227 | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-22__0__202953493 | en | Copyright 2009 - 2013
Berries Northwest is maintained by Peerbolt Crop Management and funded entirely through the donations of our generous sponsors.
It provides practical and objective information in support of PNW berry growers.
Oregon Horticulture Society Caneberry Workshop January 29, 2014
The Fresh Market Strawberry Workshop January 29, 2014
The Raspberry & Blackberry Production Workshop February 26, 2014
Checking SWD larvae in the field. It’s from 2010 but still pretty good.
We also have real-time charts of SWD in Oregon and Washington by county.
Variety Development Special Issue of the Small Fruit Update for PNW commercial berry growers of recently released varieties and advanced breeding program selections, that could be released in the near future. ~ January 2014
Berry Library Websites
Links to more than 90 sites
Weekly weather reports from Rufus La Lone
Compiled by Len Coop at Oregon State University
Trends compiled from the USDA/NASS reports
Bird control in berry fields.
Peerbolt Crop Management
The company offers field and industry services. | agronomy |
http://garlicandbutter.blogspot.com/2014/07/my-potted-garden.html | 2018-07-17T09:45:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589634.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20180717090227-20180717110227-00506.warc.gz | 0.752944 | 113 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__51218858 | en | While waiting for buka puasa, Nazran plant ginger and some potatoes. The Green Ambassador in action.
Those are the latest addition to my existing potted garden. I have both edible and decorative plants.
For edible plants I have oregano, (dying) basil, (dying) daun sup, onion, rosemary, halia bara, pandanus, tongkat ali, sabung nyawa, limau purut, cili padi bulat and turmeric. Oh yes, ginger and potato too! | agronomy |
https://www.studiosprig.com/localflowergrowers | 2019-01-22T02:25:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583823140.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20190122013923-20190122035923-00147.warc.gz | 0.892958 | 132 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__139615132 | en | The environment and our local Bucks County economy are Studio Sprig's first priority. In keeping with this mission, our Studio has created a consortium of local, fascinating, small-scale, sustainable flower growers. When seasons do not permit, we always still do our best to source regionally and if necessary, domestically, to bring you the freshest product we can find. We do our very best to avoid using flowers grown out of this country at facilities that choose harmful labor practices and dangerous pesticides.
We are growing our team everyday to ensure a bountiful local variety. Contact Kim Bensing if you'd like to join! [email protected] | agronomy |
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Common Name: Chives
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
USDA Zones: 3–9
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Fertilizer: Give a single top-dressing with a nitrogen heavy fertilizer in late spring or early summer.
Mature size: 10-15" tall with similar spread
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Planting: Plant after danger of frost has passed. You can plant this in spring or fall. Select an area with sandy loam, which has good drainage where it will get at least 6 hours of direct sun. Space approx. 12” apart. This plant should be planted at the same depth it was growing in the container. Add a couple of handfuls of well-decomposed compost to the soil before planting.
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https://intfiction.org/t/trying-to-plant-a-seed-into-a-seed/5987 | 2022-05-18T17:21:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662522284.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20220518151003-20220518181003-00107.warc.gz | 0.929934 | 1,807 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__148566670 | en | Some quick help why won’t the game let me plant a seed into some dirt with this code.
[code]Plot is a kind of container. Plots can be tilled or untilled.
Seed is a kind of thing. Tomato Seed is a kind of seed.
Tilling is an action applying to one thing. Understand “Till [something]” as tilling.
if noun is a plot:
if noun is untilled:
continue the action;
Say “That soil has already been tilled.”;
say “That cannot be tilled.”
Carry out tilling:
now the noun is tilled.
Planting is an action applying to two visible things. Understand “Plant [something] into [something]” as planting.
Instead of inserting something into a plot:
if second noun is a plot:
if noun is a seed:
if plot is tilled:
say “You gently dig a small hole and lovingly plant the seed.”;
continue the action;
say “The ground is to hard and needs to be tilled.”;
say “That cannot be planted.”;
say “You cannot plant this in just any ground.”
Carry out planting:
now the noun is in the second noun.
Small Field is a room.
Dirt patch is a plot in a small field. Understand “Dirt” as dirt patch.
The player carries a tomato seed. Understand “Seed” as tomato seed.
I hope the error’s in this code somewhere.
Here’s wjat comes up
plant seed in dirt
I didn’t understand that sentence.
(into the Tomato Seed)
You cannot plant this in just any ground.
[** Programming error: tried to “move” Tomato Seed to Tomato Seed, which would make a loop: Tomato Seed in Tomato Seed **]
Thank you in advance.
- You specified “Plant [something] into [something]” as the correct syntax. This means that “plant [something] in [something]” is not valid - you have to use “into”.
Right now, the game is looking instead for a seed inside the plot, and trying to plant it into nowhere in particular. Since there’s no seed inside the plot already, it stops.
- Check out chapter 17.30 for supplying a missing second noun. This will help you ensure that your code intelligently seeks out plots instead of trying to plant the seed in whatever noun comes first to hand.
That activity doesn’t apply with this grammar setup. Use “does the player mean…” rules instead.
(“Supplying a missing second noun” is another possible approach, but it requires more grammar declarations as well as more rules.)
In your Check rule, you should also make sure that illegal planting actions are actually blocked, by writing “instead say ‘You can’t do that.’” rather than just saying it. That’s what is causing the programming error above; although you told the player he couldn’t do that, you then went ahead and did it anyway.
All the answers above point out valid issues. Anyway, here’s how I’d rewrite your example:
A plot is a kind of container. A plot can be tilled or untilled.
A seed is a kind of thing. A tomato seed is a kind of seed.
Tilling is an action applying to one thing. Understand "till [something]" as tilling.
Check tilling something which is not a plot:
instead say "That cannot be tilled."
Check tilling a tilled plot:
instead say "That soil has already been tilled."
Carry out tilling: now the noun is tilled.
Report tilling: say "You turn over the soil in [the noun]."
Does the player mean tilling a plot: it is likely.
Planting it in is an action applying to two things. Understand "plant [something] in/into [something]" as planting it in.
Instead of inserting something into a plot: try planting the noun in the second noun.
Check planting something which is not a seed in something:
instead say "That cannot be planted."
Check planting a seed in something which is not a plot:
instead say "You cannot plant this in just any ground."
Check planting a seed in an untilled plot:
instead say "The ground is too hard and needs to be tilled first."
Carry out planting: now the noun is in the second noun.
Report planting: say "You gently dig a small hole in [the second noun] and lovingly plant [the noun]."
Does the player mean planting a seed in a plot: it is likely.
A Small Field is a room.
The dirt patch is an untilled plot in the small field.
The player carries a tomato seed.
Test me with "till / plant".
Thank you everyone especially vyznev. Now I’m going to spend hours going over and over your code to apply it to all the other things I want done, you have just saved me a lot of time and frustration.
At part two and now I’m having trouble with randomness.
When the player performs an action I want to award him with a random amount of a specific item, in this case: When he harvests a tomato plant he recieves a random amount of tomatoes.
I’ve tried various methods with no success, any ideas?
The trouble seems to be round about here:
Seeds have a thing called harvestable fruit. The harvestable fruit of a tomato seed is a tomato.
How do I affect the amount of harvestable fruit the player would get? Putting numbers gives me this:
Problem. In the sentence ‘now the player carries two harvestable fruit of the noun’ , I was expecting to read a condition, but instead found some text that I couldn’t understand - ‘player carries two harvestable fruit of the noun’.
What would work here
Well, there’s several issue you’ll need to solve to get that to work.
First, vanilla Inform doesn’t support the dynamic creation of objects out of the box. You’ll either have to include an extension that allows it (such as Dynamic Objects by Jesse McGrew) or pre-create a sufficiently large pool of tomatoes from which the player can draw. For some example, see Chapter 10.3. “Dispensers and Supplies of Small Objects” in The Inform Recipe Book.
Second, related to the above, “now the player carries two tomatoes” is too vague an instruction for Inform to carry out during play, since you haven’t specified which tomatoes the player should carry or where they should come from. (The natural assumption here would be that Inform should just make them out of thin air, but as noted, that’s not normally possible without extensions.)
The easiest solution is probably to just use an explicit loop to place the tomatoes one by one, as in this example:
"Fresh Tomatoes" by Vyznev Xnebara
The Garden is a room.
A tomato is a kind of thing. A tomato is always edible. The description of a tomato is "Round, red and succulent."
The plural of tomato is tomatoes. There are 10 tomatoes.
[We don't want just "tomato" to be understood as the plant, hence this workaround.]
A tomato-plant is a supporter in the garden. The printed name is "tomato plant". Understand "plant" and "tomato plant" as the tomato-plant.
When play begins:
let N be a random number between 2 and 10;
while the number of tomatoes on the tomato-plant is less than N and there is an off-stage tomato:
let the fruit be a random off-stage tomato;
now the fruit is on the tomato-plant.
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or millions of years, for as long as mammals and their predecessors have lived on Earth, humans and our ancestors have always eaten organic food. Our physical bodies evolved in the exact way that Earth's organic food encouraged us to: the match between the cellular needs of our bodies and the nutrients which organically grown plants and animals can provide is complete 100 percent.
The movement away from organic food started in the 1860s, when a man called Justus Leibig applied his new-fangled modern, scientific mind to the question, "I wonder what makes plants grow?" To answer his question, he took some soil and burnt it. In the ashes, he found potassium, potash and nitrogen. "Miracles!" he thought. "I've found the secret to life!"
From that moment on, modern farming started to add manufactured fertilizers to the soil to boost the productivity of plants. Today, the production of chemical fertilizers worldwide and the parallel production of pesticides is a huge, multi-billion dollar international business.
In the 1920s, however, a small group of people in England inspired by the leadership of Lady Eve Balfour formed the Soil Association. They started to spread the idea that food was better grown organically, without chemicals. Today, the organic revolution is beginning to catch on all over the world. Denmark has committed itself to 20 percent of its farming being organic by the year 2000, and the Gallo Wine company is the largest organic farm in California.
Throughout the years, however, there has never been any hard and fast proof that organic food is actually any better for you. Instinct might tell you that it is, and the knowledge that you're not eating all those chemicals sure feels good, but where was the proof?
Finally, the answers have arrived. In 1993, a trace minerals laboratory analyst in Chicago named Bob L. Smith started a small experiment. For two years, he went to stores in Chicago and purchased between four and fifteen samples of both organic and non-organic produce. He took the foods back to his laboratory and analyzed them different foods for trace elements, to see what was present and what was missing.
The results are stunning, and should be a wake-up call to the whole world:
Overall, organically grown food exceeded conventionally grown crops significantly in twenty of the twenty two beneficial trace elements. They also had lower quantities of toxic trace elements such as aluminum, lead and mercury.
Trace elements are critically important for our health and for the development of the brain. In a recent paper in the British medical journal The Lancet, Danish researchers reported that organic farmers and men who regularly consumed organic food had twice the sperm count of men who did not consume organic food. (Thanks to David Steinman's article in Common Ground for all this information).
The May/June issue of Organic Gardening spells out why pests love non-organic food, but avoid crops raised organically on good compost. It describes two studies by Dr. Larry Phelan which show that the European corn borer moths lay 18 times more eggs on sweet corn plants grown in chemically farmed soils than on organic soils. When he carefully monitored the variables, he found that it was the mineral ratios which were responsible. When the necessary minerals are available in the proper balance, plant roots absorb exactly what they need for photosynthesis.
Plants grown in chemical soils often lack this mineral balance. Pests are not as attracted to the complex starches and proteins in plants with a good mineral balance they're like junk food addicts, and prefer a diet rich in the simple sugars and amino acids that are present when the mineral supply is out of balance. Organic farmers have sensed this for years but this is the first time there has been solid scientific evidence.
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https://nobledrynuts.com/almonds | 2024-04-13T13:30:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816734.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413114018-20240413144018-00899.warc.gz | 0.897107 | 863 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__192203372 | en | Almond is the delicious protein enriched drupe, scientifically called Prunus dulcis. California has highlighted 80% production of almonds all over the world. Spain and Australia are also almond cultivators, where Australia shows huge production in the southern hemisphere. Almond trees give the best result in the Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summer and mild winter. It became an economic crop in the third year after planting and gets fully economic attention after five to six years of planting. Its fruit get matured in the autumn season and take 7-8 months more after flowering for almond fruit.
"Almond refers to ‘among the best of fruits’ in the Bible because of its early flowering".
Almond comes in domestication fruit before the grafting. The seed and shells got attention by which it becomes the earliest domesticated fruit seed. Almond mainly distinguishes into two types, the soft shell almond from California and the hard shell almond belonging to Spain. Almond has a bitter taste due to glucoside called amygdalin present in it, which is absent in sweet almond.
i) The Soft-Shell Almond
In soft-shell, California, Spain and France, all give good production and the specified types of almonds are Nonpareil, IXL, Ne plus ultra, Texas, Davey, Thompson, Ballico, Merced, Ruby, Carmel, Butter; Mollar de Tarragona, Fitas, and princesses or fines respectively.
ii) The hard-shell almond
In a hard-shell, Spain is a good cultivator providing major types of almonds specifically, Marcon, Planeta, Llargueta, Rumbeta, Doble Fina, and Desmayo.
In Portugal, the major hard shell almonds are cultivated. All the varieties have different earliness in flowering, such as Boa Casta, Pretty, Pretty St. Bras, Casa Nova, Duro Amarello, Duro de Entrada, Gama, Jose Dias, Marcelina Grada, Mourisca, Parada, and Verdal.
Almond is a rich source of protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre.
Almonds are 4% of water, 21% protein, 22% carbohydrates and 50% fat.
The 100 grams of almonds provides 579 kilocalories of food energy.
Almonds are a rich source of vitamin B (riboflavin, niacin), vitamin E and the vital minerals are calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc.
A moderate amount of vitamin B, thiamine, vitaminB6, folate, and choline is available in almonds.
The requisite minerals potassium is also present in it.
Another beneficiary nutritional aspect of almond is its dietary fibre, monosaturated fat, oleic acid, and polyunsaturated fat, linoleic acid.
The nut and seed are enriched with phytosterols namely beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, campesterol, sitostanol and campesterol.
Very commonly used as dry fruit, served as raw or toasted almond.
Used in the desert, included in making almond butter, cake, cookies, pastries, bread, puddings, etc.
Very often, it is used in garnishing’s, to give good flavor and especially used for good health.
The green almonds are eaten as a snack in few parts of the middle east. The sour taste of green almond with a soft inner shell is balanced by salt or can be eaten with other fruits.
Almond milk, almond oil and almond butter are heavily used in a variety of dishes.
Almond milk and flour are also beneficial for human health, skin types and gives a mouth-watering taste.
Almond is the ancient domestic fruit used as dried fruit or green seed. The major benefit of almond consumption is it reduces the risk of heart diseases. The ancient civilization to the modern civilization, it gives us healthy life by cultivating our body. It gives us a lesson on being watchful and promised as mentioned in the Bible. | agronomy |
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https://qnbs7.wordpress.com/2009/12/30/the-hemp-revolution/ | 2019-02-21T07:46:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247503249.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20190221071502-20190221093502-00137.warc.gz | 0.865793 | 231 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__203012773 | en | The Hemp Revolution tells the amazing and little known story of the Hemp plant. Hemp, probably the first plant ever to be cultivated, was among the world’s largest agricultural crops until the 1800’s.
This feature documentary explores the plant’s facinating history, it’s thousands of uses, the economic and cultural forces behind its prohibition, and its modern potential to solve major environmental problems.
Hemp, together with bio-technologies presented in this film, offer a visionary yet practical solutions that could help solve many of our current environmental problems including energy, medicine, food and clothing, etc.
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https://ninthandnord.com/pages/our-packaging | 2022-01-24T19:02:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304600.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20220124185733-20220124215733-00302.warc.gz | 0.935799 | 168 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__34933816 | en | At Ninth+Nord we are part of an Eco-Packaging Alliance which contributes to global reforestation! With every packaging order, a tree is planted in an area of need by our partner, Noissue.
Our compostable mailers are sustainably made from a combination of PBAT, a bio based polymer which is compostable, and PLA which is made up of plant materials such as regular field corn and wheat straw. The use of PLA makes up barely 0.05% of the annual global corn crop, making it an incredibly low-impact resource. The mailers will break down after 120 days in a home compost and 90 days in a commercial compost. After degradation, they leave no harmful residues behind.
For our box mailers we use 100% Eco-recyclable cardboard mailers. | agronomy |
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Quick question regarding VPD offset… The Niwa grow hub manual says [average environmental temp - average plant temp] = Offset.
In the manual, this is followed by “please note, this offset will usually be a negative value, around -3 degrees Fahrenheit.”
I’m using LED lights. My leaf temp is 3-4 degrees below the ambient temp (as measured against hanging water bottle at same height as canopy by IR thermometer).
My understanding was that leaf temps should always be lower than the ambient air surrounding it, otherwise the leaf is not transpiring. In fact, when I check leaf temps, I can tell a plant is running out of water simply by noticing the leaf temp is within one degree of the ambient air next to the leaf. (Of course, I’ll check the soil and lift to check for weight of the plant, and it all lines up with a plant that is about to start dropping due to lack of water.)
I’m only a year into growing, so I have a lot to learn still, but if I follow the equation in the manual, then I should enter in an offset of +3 or +4.
Is that right? Because other VPD charts aren’t even available for positive numbers (they all seem to assume l leaf temp is lower than ambient temp). | agronomy |
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We believe that every establishment in the surrounding area should be sourcing locally. Look around, it's growing everywhere! It should go without saying.
Where we are in our evolution, is working to know these dedicated farmers in a more personal way. It is these partnerships that provide us the opportunity to learn from each other, to gather the knowledge of needs on both sides of the food equation to better tailor our menu and products to provide a mutually beneficial relationship.
The next piece of the Preserve puzzle is these awesome folks. Often picking up directly where the farmers left off, or are farmers themselves, raw ingredients are transformed into a myriad of value added products for us to offer to you.
We do many of these tasks in house, but also look to those whose specialized skills take it a step further than any one establishment can accomplish. This network of cheese-makers, brewers, winemakers, and preservationists is ever growing, and a huge part of our vision.
HOW IT CONTINUES
At the core of our business is an idea of community, a sustainable and prosperous community based right here in Winters. We are constantly seeking new ways to serve as both source and end user.
We try to find a good solution for each other's potential waste; we purchase the local farmers abundance when they have no outlet, restaurant food waste is separated in the kitchen to feed the pigs, fryer oil fuels a local purveyors next delivery. One person's burden is another's opportunity. Let's work together! | agronomy |
https://www.dashtech.org/best-portable-greenhouses/ | 2023-12-07T11:20:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100651.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207090036-20231207120036-00680.warc.gz | 0.931511 | 3,169 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__239129688 | en | This post will explain best portable greenhouses. Among the best techniques for reducing month-to-month expenses in the house is growing your food. Vegetables and fruits are simple to grow on raised beds or hydroponic systems with little skill. You can likewise grow flowers for export and tree seedlings for forest remediation tasks by dedicating a few hours of your precious time each week to gardening. Hydroponic and raised beds gardening is beyond the scope of this post. However, if you are into greenhouses farming, you will learn more about the very best portable greenhouses for homes worth buying in 2021
Top 10 Best Portable Greenhouses In 2021
In this article, you can know about best portable greenhouses here are the details below;
Portable greenhouses are space-saving items that use up the little outside area. They work in addition to the big models do and come in different shapes and styles that can meet the requirements of many gardeners. You can also check another post like home insurance inspection.
List of the very best Portable Greenhouses of 2021.
1. Worth Garden Custom Walk-in Greenhouse
Are you preparing to set up a vegetable farm in the backyard of your home? Are you preparing to grow flowers for individual and or industrial use? A properly designed walk-in greenhouse such as Worth Garden will come to your aid in many ways. Its three-tiered 67x47x756-inch style, for instance, has three-tier racks (12 in overall) that offer ample space for your Garden. The steel racks can support most plants/vegetables in planters, pots, and trays. In addition, they have simple snap-on styles that you can establish in minutes in your home.
The 0.12 mm PVC cover of the Worth Garden greenhouse produces the best environment for growing most types of plants. It is also long-lasting and comes pre-cut, pre-sewn, and all set to utilize off the shelf. As soon as you have actually assembled its steel frame, curtain it with the cover to create the best area for growing vegetables and flowers all year round. Finally, each package has a 10mm irrigation hose and sprinkler (automatic) that conserves as much as 70% of water and a fulfillment assurance.
What We Like
– Durable steel frame
– 12 roomy racks (metal).
– 12mm thick PVC cover.
– 10-meter irrigation system.
– Satisfaction guaranteed.
Worth Garden is an all-in-one walk-in watering system that consists of a steel frame and a thick PVC cover. It has roomy racks (12) and a totally free watering system with a 12-meter hose pipe.
2. Ohuhu Greenhouse for Outdoors.
If you do incline to have a green structure in your yard, you will love the Ohuhu Greenhouse for Outdoors. Its walk-in style measures around 4.9 × 4.7 × 6.4 feet, which suffices for many people. You can stand & work in it for many hours withouts feeling claustrophobic. This steel frame is durable, while its 12 racks offer an adequate area for vegetables/flowers.
Do you reside in a windy area that strains outdoor items such as greenhouses to their limitation? Ohuhu will serves you the best as it is tough and includes totally free ropes and pegs for added assistance. Stake it to the ground to prevents it from blowing with the wind whenevers it is raining. The cover has a zippered door for simple access to your plant. It likewise has Velcro windows that you can open to regulate its internal temperature level and wire racks that can support approximately 18 pounds of your product. Ohuhu is elegant and really easy to put together without utilizing tools.
What We Like.
– Stylish green style.
– Secure door/windows.
– Twelve wired shelves.
– Rock-solid style.
– East to assemble.
Ohuhu is a large and multi- functional portable greenhouse made from the best materials. Its covers is warm/protective. The 12 racks support over 18 pounds, while its steel frame is easy to set up without utilizing tools. Ohuhu typically provides.
3. Worth Extra Wide 5 Tier Mini Greenhouse.
With Worth Extra, you get a dependable 5-tier greenhouse determining about 75x40x19 inches. Even though smaller than other brand names on our list, it is ideal for hobbyists due to the value it delivers outdoors. First, you do not require a lot of free space for this greenhouse to work. Tuck it in a corner in your backyard to produce a personal garden for vegetables of flowers. It likewise works well in protected locations such as balconies/patios. Also, check small pellet stove.
The sturdy 5-tier design of this portable greenhouse lasts for many years. The material is strong and resistant to rust or corrosion. It also secures tender plants from damage, as a transparent PVC cover (zippered) is consisted of in the package. Each flooring supports as much as 20 pounds and can fit plants of all shapes or sizes. You also get a 3-year warranty on defects.
What We Like.
– Three-year guarantee.
– Zippered PVC cover.
– Robust 5-tier style.
– Large (75x40x19 inches).
Worth Extra consists of an broad steel frame (5 tiers) and a UV-secured cover made from clear vinyl. The products last for a long and develop the very best environment for growing most plants.
4. Home-Complete HC-4202 Walk-In Greenhouse.
Home-Complete HC-4202 is a roomy walk-in greenhouse that works well indoors and outdoors. Its eight-shelf style provides lots of space for pots, trays, and planters. They are also durable steel and spaced to provide enough growing area for many species of plants. These can be seasonal or seasonal flowers, herbs, seedlings, plants, and or vegetables.
Due to its compact designs, Home-Complete HC-4202 can operate in most areas of the home without cluttering space. If you are setting up a new gardens in your backyard, it is among the best to utilize. It also works well on outdoor patios, basements, and or decks and has a PVC cover that secures plants from UV.
You do not require unique tools to set up a Home-Complete HC-4202 greenhouse in your home. It snaps into location quickly, which makes it an ideal DIY task for hobbyists. You get anchors and ropes for assistance and zip ties for protecting its PVC cover.
– Secure frame (steel).
– Tool-less assembly.
– All-seasons design.
– UV-resistant cover.
– Space-saving design.
Home-Complete HC-4202 is a mix of steel and PVC, which lasts for a long. It is spacious and created to work well inside and outdoors. Many people can set up the item quickly.
5. Homewell Walk-in Greenhouse.
With the Homewell Walk-in Greenhouse at homes, growing herbs, flowers, or vegetables will be a breeze in the house. It measures 56x29x77 inches and has 3 tiers of shelves on each side (6 in total) that use sufficient space for jobs. With one, you will grows fresh and healthy plants all year long.
The wired racks of Homewell are not just durable however can likewise support a lot of weight. Overall, each shelf can support as much as 75 pounds, making them perfect for container gardening. The zippered access door decreases heat loss, while the powder-coated steel used to make its frame is less prone to rusting. The cover is UV resistant and, therefore, less prone to fading or cracking.
Homewell has a lightweight 14-pound designs that is suitable for traveling. You can bring it to and from vacation homes on demand and set it up in minutes without utilizing a unique tool.
What We Like.
– Lightweight (14 pounds).
– 75 pounds per self.
– Zippered entryway.
– Powder-coated steel.
– UV-resistant PVC.
Homewell is a lightweight, six-shelf greenhouse that uses ample space for herbs and flowers. It is portable, easy to establish, and has a zippered door that you can near lower heat loss. Here are the very best water garden pipes for watering your plants.
6. Ohuhu Mini Greenhouse.
The Ohuhu Mini Greenhouse can not produce adequate food to feed your large family. Nevertheless, if you are into ornamental plants, it is a leading choice for novices due to its unique design. The small greenhouse has 4-tire racks (metal) within a 1.5 × 2.25 × 5.25-foot pack. Its frames is heavy-duty steel, while its portable style works well indoors and outdoors. You can set it up on a yard or a structure such as a patio problem-free. Also, check how to get rid of clover.
Ohuhu Mini Greenhouse works wells all season as the quality of the materials utilized to make it are first-class. The frame is tough and durable. Its wires racks support a lot of weight (23.4 pounds), while its gorgeous cover has a zippered door and roll-up window’s for regulating temperature levels. Therefore, a new one is best for starting seedlings or growing little plants such as flowers in a controlled environment. Its assembly is tool-free.
What We Like.
– Durable steel frame.
– Supports 23.4 pounds.
– Wide zippered door.
– Portable greenhouse.
To create a rewarding garden, you will require a water hose pipe for watering plants and a weather station for tracking rainfall. You must also add an Ohuhu Mini Greenhouse to the mix as it develops a beneficial growth environment for many plants. It is durable, simple to establish, and can support approximately 23.4 pounds.
7. Quictent 2 Covers Reinforced Mini Cloche Greenhouse.
Quictent appropriates for big scale gardening as it is significantly larger than other brands we have examined (79x36x36-inches). It likewise develops the best environment for growing most plants, including vegetables and flowers. What should one expect from a brand-new, original brand name? First, expect a robust PU cover that fulfills the advised ISO 9001:2000 standard. It is durable, weatherproof, and guards plants from severe UV rays. Additionally, because of its transparent designs, you can check the progress in the greenhouse without opening its doors.
The powder-coated steel used to makes its frame also stands out in lots of ways. It is resistant to rust and has an extremely safe structure with enhanced corners that do not stop working with time. Set upon a patio, backyard, or balcony, the greenhouse lasts for a long.
What We Like.
– Powder-coated steel frame.
– Works in many areas.
– Transparent PVC cover.
– ISO 9001:2000 certified.
Quictent is a long-lasting and multifunctional greenhouse that is best for growing vegetables and herbs. It has a robust frames and cover that produces the best growing environment for most plants. It is portable, easy to establish, and works in all locations too.
8. Gardman R687 4-Tier Mini Greenhouse.
Gardman R687 is a 27x18x63-inch wide 4-tier greenhouse that works well on balconies, patio areas, and decks. You can easily use it on your lawn under direct sunlight with excellent outcomes, as it is weather resistant. Which are its standout functions? The tubular steel utilized to make it is one of the very best in the niche. Even though light, it supports an lot of weight without flexing or breaking. The product is also rust-resistant and has a push-to-fit design that individuals can put together without utilizing tools.
Gardman R687 comes pre-fitted with a polyethylene covers that is resistant to UV, high winds, and rain. This cover has a roll up door (zippered) for simple gain access to. It likewise covers the whole frame to maintain the best environment for development.
What We Like.
– Durable tubular steel.
– Polyethylene cover.
– Works in all areas.
– Tool-less assembly.
Gardman R687 is a strong 4-tier greenhouse that is ideal for beginning seedlings and growing young plants. Its zippered door is large and practical. Its steel frame and polyethylene covers, on the other hand, are weatherproof and simple to establish.
9. Jiiay Mini 4 Tier Portable Greenhouse.
With Jay Mini, you get a portable 4-tier greenhouse that works well outdoors and inside. It determines 27.5 × 19.7 × 63-inches and has a long-lasting PE cover that produced the greenhouse effect needed to grows plants in containers. As like, whether you produce flowers for sale purpose and microgreens for your chicken & goats, a Jiiay Mini greenhouse will never let you down at house.
Although small, the durablelity and security of Jiiay Mini make it a leading pick for people who take pleasure in gardening. The steel frame, for example, is less susceptible to rusting or breaking. Its cover (PVC) is likewise durable, while the four-wire shelves can support pans/pans weighing over 15 pounds. It is a good addition to houses.
What We Like.
– Long-lasting frame.
– Durable mesh cover.
– Secure wire shelves.
– Effortless to put together.
The Jiiay Mini greenhouse consists of a resilient frame (steel), a protective PVC mesh, and racks (wires) for pots or pans. It does not rust gradually and supports the growth of an array of plants, consisting of herbs, flowers, vegetables, and microgreens.
10. Topline Outdoor Mini Garden Greenhouse.
Outside mini-greenhouses such as Topline safeguard plants from the components, making it possible for growth all year long. Although many models use impressive outcomes, a few rival the strength and performance of Topline due to its quality design. Its dome shape optimizes the internal growing area. Hence, you can grow big plants in it without running out of place. Its steel frame is rust resistant, while the transparent PVC utilized to make its covers provide protection from the wind, UV, & rain outdoors. You likewise get a large, zippered door (51-inches) and ties for securing the cover to the frame and the frame to the ground.
What We Like.
– Spacious interior.
– Zippered access door.
– UV/rain resistant.
– Rustproof metal frame.
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Spores are tiny, reproductive cells that allow mushrooms to replicate and grow.
These spores then go into a mixture of agar-agar and water that are combined inside a kilner jar in a liquid culture - 5% agar-agar 95% water. The agar-agar and water is sterilised to remove any microbes that might compete with the growing process (mould, bacteria, etc). The spores takes the nutrients from the honey to grow and this is the beginning of the growing process - it is known as expanding a liquid culture.
Spores (like the seed) grow into mycelium in the liquid culture in the kilner jar over the course of a couple of weeks. To do this most effectively and to grow properly the kilner jar needs to be left in a warm, dark environment (similar to the mycelium being underground in the summer months). This is similar to a process of incubation.
After a couple of weeks, the mycelium will have grown, at which point Twenty Two use a magnetic stirrer to rip the mycelium into many tiny pieces which is then sucked up with a syringe. This is then injected into a bag full of sterilized grain, again removing bacteria, mould etc from the growing process and ensuring a good grow.
At this point, the culture is grown inside the grain. The grain is used the next source of nutrients (after the agar agar in the kilner jar). The culture takes over the grain / engulfs it (basically eats it to grow) and turns into a large mycelia mass. This is done for another couple of weeks at which point the mycelium is then further grown out on top of a sterilized oak substrate. The oak substrate is inoculated with the grain (grain goes onto the oak substrate) which puts the mycelium onto the wood.
Incubated again for a couple of weeks and the process starts to move towards the mycelium being ready to fruit.
At this point (currently having been incubated and grown in the warm and dark environment similar to summer), we then introduce autumn like conditions to the growing process so that the mycelium is made to think that it is time to fruit (because in the real world, mycelium grows underground in summer and reproduces above the ground in autumn when the seasons start to change). To do this, we increase fresh air into the growing process and start to incorporate more natural light. At the same time, you must decrease the temperature so it reflects the season shift. At this point, the mycelium starts to think that it is time to break through and grow the lions mane mushroom itself. It forms primordia which are similar to small / tiny mushrooms. Which then increase in size towards maturity. Allow it to continue to grow for another couple of weeks .
By this point, approx 2 - 3 months into the process, the Lion’s Mane mushroom is ready to harvest. It will then be dehydrated and blended up to make it easier to store. It will be put through a hot water extraction process to break down the cell walls of the mushroom and make it more bioavailable. This involves adding hot water and holding the same temperature for a couple of hours.
At this point, it is dehydrated again - to a dry powder like form - where it is then blended and encapsulated into vegan capsules [these are hypromellose capsules].
And Twenty Two Lion’s Mane supplements are born!
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https://www.worthingtonhighschoolalumniclub.com/tWHSALumnis/Details/1824 | 2023-02-05T13:33:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500255.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20230205130241-20230205160241-00184.warc.gz | 0.941613 | 309 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__48143954 | en | Worthington High Schools Alumni Club - Deceased Classmates
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Helen "Freddy" Ashworth Helen "Freddy" Ashworth was born Nov. 17, 2000, in Findlay, during the first snow of the season. They left us too soon Friday, Dec. 2, 2022. Freddy's parents, Robert and Jeanne (Lange) Ashworth, along with their sister, Sarah Ashworth, and honorary sister, Haley Johnston, survive. Also surviving are their grandmother, Susanne Lange, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Freddy spent their early years in Tiffin, attending Bridges Community Academy and St. Mary's School, before moving to Powell and Worthington, Ohio. They graduated from Thomas Worthington High School on May 19, 2019. Freddy was passionate about caring for the earth, living justly, and treating everyone with compassion and respect. They spent the last year working as assistant to Sr. Shirley Shafranek at Seeds of Hope Farm, part of the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center in Tiffin. At FELC, Freddy spent their time planting and tending crops in the greenhouse and gardens, caring for the chickens, and working alongside the developmentally disabled employees at Seeds of Hope Farm. | agronomy |
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https://mypopcornkitchen.com/product-category/popcorn-seeds-oils/fireworks-seeds | 2021-10-22T22:41:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585522.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20211022212051-20211023002051-00592.warc.gz | 0.890239 | 80 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__134502451 | en | Fireworks seeds are grown with the same varieties of popcorn that our grandparents enjoyed. Tender and full of naturally good flavor. No dyes are used to enhance the beautiful colors of their popcorn. The gourmet heirloom kernels are all natural. The way Mother Nature intended. Non-GMO, gluten free. Produces a unique and healthy whole grain snack for popcorn lovers of all ages. | agronomy |
https://ekvij.com/our-environment-our-concern/ | 2023-12-09T10:51:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100909.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209103523-20231209133523-00370.warc.gz | 0.936104 | 670 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__210806677 | en | - The world of living thing is termed as “biosphere”.
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- The ratio between energy flows at different tropic levels along the food chain expressed as percentage is called “ECOLOGICAL EFFICIENCY “.
- SLOBODKIN (1959) suggested that transfer of energy from one tropic level to the next is of the order of 10%and this is called “GROSS ECOLOGICAL EFFICIENCY “.
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http://amoveablekitchen.blogspot.com/2012/06/ | 2018-07-21T03:36:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592309.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721032019-20180721052019-00364.warc.gz | 0.966011 | 1,077 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__64923536 | en | My travel companion opened a large Tupperware box and a very pungent, earthy-sour smell with a hint of sugar enveloped our old Toyota Land Cruiser. Her lunch consisted of roasted chicken thighs and some type of cooked leafy green. I turned my head away in a vain attempt to lessen the impact of her lunch on my nostrils and looked out at the dry, sandy landscape rolling by my window. Monoculture and deforestation had clearly taken their toll on the environment in this part of southern Niger. Men with handmade hoes were breaking through the parched earth to uproot desiccated millet stalks, piling them onto rickety wooden carts pulled by beleaguered donkeys. It had recently drizzled in this area of the country, so the farmers were preparing to sow their millet fields. If Niger does not receive an adequate amount of rainfall this year and these farmers’ crops die, the country, like many in the Sahel, will have to address a major food crisis. Desertification coupled with one of the highest population growth rates in the world increases Niger’s vulnerability to the consequences of crop failure - poverty, hunger, and malnutrition.
As we bounced along and my nose acclimated to the odors in the car, I realized that I was smelling something familiar. The greens in my companion's lunchbox were kopto, a type of leaf eaten in Niamey especially during the month of Ramadan. In fact, we were on our way to a kopto farm to talk to the women who cultivate it and to learn more about their proposal for packaging and selling their kopto harvests.
In Zarma, kopto means leaves in the general sense but has come to be associated specifically with the leaves from the tree Moringa oleifera. Zarma speakers also call it windibundu while Hausa speakers refer to it as zogala gandi. Moringa trees are native to northern India but are common throughout Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Its ability to thrive in areas with poor soil and low rainfall make it an ideal candidate for fighting against desertification in the Sahel. In addition, its rapid growth rate and highly nutritious leaves and beans present Niger with one compelling solution to chronic issues of malnutrition. Some Nigeriens also believe that this panacea lowers blood sugar levels, making it an ideal food for diabetics.
|A niébé field bordered by moringa and papaya trees|
The farm we visited was lush and green, unlike the fields we passed to get to our destination. Moringa trees were growing along the edges to demarcate each plot and serve as a windbreak for other crops such as sorgho (sorghum), millet, and niébé (black-eyed peas). In return for their protection, the Moringa trees benefit from the weeding, fertilization, and irrigation of the other crops. The multiple harvests provided by the quick-growing leaves ensure that the farmers have a source of income and food when the other crops are not producing. One of the few drawbacks to this plant is the fact that it requires irrigation in the first months of its life until it becomes established and can survive on sparse rainfall alone.
After showing us their fields, the women took us to see their homes where they dried the Moringa leaves on their roofs. They explained to us that this situation is not ideal because the leaves lose nutrients when exposed to sunlight. In addition, they lacked proper storage and packaging facilities, so the dried leaves were kept piled-up on the dirt floors of their one-room huts until market day. Before leaving the village, one of the women gave me some freshly cooked moringa leaves in an effort to convert me. Although I love the kopto dish associated with Ramadan, I decided to try making a wheat-berry salad with the leaves. It has become a regular side dish at meals in my home, but it could easily be a light lunch since the wheat-berries are filling and the kopto is a good source of vitamins A and C, calcium, potassium, and protein.
|Granaries along the road.|
Crop diversity projects, like the women’s kopto cooperative I visited, benefit rural farmers who are most likely to be affected in a food crisis. By moving away from monocultures, promoting reforestation, and looking to alternative sources of food, farmers can begin to reverse the effects of desertification and improve their resiliency in times of low grain production. Organizations, like the Eden Foundation, are researching which native perennials can be planted amongst annual crops to improve soil fertility, discourage topsoil loss, and most importantly, diversify nutrition for the people. This focus on native plants addresses the issue of irrigation, a technology that is not available to everyone. Other initiatives that are working to better nutrition and food security in Niger are:
Helen Keller International: educating families about infant and young child feeding to reduce malnutrition and give children a better start in life
Africare - Niger: multiple projects addressing issues such as food security, good governance, education, and management of natural resources | agronomy |
http://mountainmedianews.com/index.php/2018/10/09/mcharg-elementary-school-celebrates-virginia-farm-to-school-week-with-corn-and-apples/ | 2018-10-15T08:19:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583508988.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20181015080248-20181015101748-00217.warc.gz | 0.965222 | 232 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__230970040 | en | In a colorful classroom at McHarg Elementary School, Mrs. Sutphin’s second grade class joined the commonwealth to celebrate Virginia’s Farm-to-School Week by learning about, shucking and then lunching on locally grown ears of corn.
“Hello! I hope you are all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed this morning,” Nutrition Director Connie Wood said to Sutphin’s class of 22 eight-year olds taking an ear of corn from a bushel box.
“Farmers are harvesting their corn right now. Who has seen corn in the fields around us?”
Arms shot up.
“I have! There’s corn by my house,” someone said.
“This corn is from a farm in Hillsville, Virginia not far away,” she said.
Wood organized the corn-husking event as part of the state’s Farm-to-School Week, a movement that has grown over the past decade and has reached millions of students across the United States.
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http://www.cardamom.org/the-healing-qualities-of-cardamom/ | 2013-05-23T23:23:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368704075359/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516113435-00013-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.957714 | 380 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__70832984 | en | Cardamom is a plant having a strong prostate root system. The stems grow vertically up to a height of about 3 to 4 meters. Its leaves are either sword shaped or lancet shaped and grow up to 60 cms long. There are also cardamom stems that grow horizontally around 50 to 60 cms long. A fruit of cardamom consists of about 15 to 18 seeds.
The cultivation of cardamom plantation takes place mostly in countries like India, Sri Lanka, China and few other countries of the world. One must ensure collection of the fruit before it becomes ripe. The main season for cardamom plantation is from August to April. Once the fruit is removed, it has to pass through a drying process. It is dried either under the hot sun or at home on specially made carpets. Once the fruits are completely dry, you can fume them with Sulfur dioxide in order to kill and destroy any germs.
The best way to store cardamom is in its pod without removing the seeds. The reason is because the seeds once removed from the pod will lose about 30% essential oil within a period of 8 months. Hence, keeping the cardamom in a cool and dark place without removing the pod is the best option.
Cardamom contains at least a minimum of 8% of starch, Amidon, essential oil and other ingredients that are rich and healthy. It also helps in curing treatments such as digestive disorders, increases appetite and also deals in flatulence. Flatulence is the accumulation of gas in a human intestine and stomach. The best way to start treatment is to consume cardamom three times a day. Chewing cardamom seeds also help in eradicating bad breath. Most of the people living in Asian countries also add cardamom while they prepare tea which gives a soothing taste along with a pleasant smell. | agronomy |
https://ohiomaple.wordpress.com/tag/backyard-maple-syrup/ | 2018-05-25T22:21:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794867220.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20180525215613-20180525235613-00012.warc.gz | 0.966785 | 3,212 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__197511956 | en | April 27th is the day many people in Chardon Ohio and the surrounding area have been waiting for all year. Today is the opening day of the 2017 Geauga County Maple Festival. For many this is the first Ohio festival to open every year. A chance to enjoy the festivities , the contests and load up on fair food and of course have more than one maple stir. The maple festival is an opportunity to celebrate the maple syrup industry and what it means to Geauga County. It salutes the men and women who produce one of nature’s most perfect foods. In 2017 two milestones were reached at the Geauga County Maple Festival Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony. For the first time, a prominent maple syrup producing family had a 3rd generation inducted into the Geauga County Maple Syrup Producers Hall of Fame. Also when the awards was announced for the grand champion maple syrup produced in Geauga County a new record was set for the number of times that this award was given to an individual sugar bush.
On April 22, 2017 two members from different sides of the Timmons Family were inducted into the Geauga County maple Syrup Hall of Fame. Robert Timmons father of Richard and George and Roderick Timmons the father of Sterling Timmons were the 2017 inductees. Two sides of the family tree living and farming within a few miles of each other in Auburn Township. Robert’s family grew up on Munn Road Township on dairy farm where they made syrup on a 3000 Tap sugar bush. Down the Road and around the corner the Roderick Timmons family also owned a dairy farm and a 2000 tap sugar bush. Both sides of the family had seen member inducted previously. Roberts’s sons Richard and George and their wives Ruth and Clare were the first members of the family to be inducted in the Hall of fame in 1987. Roderick’s son Sterling and his wife Jean were inducted in 2000. Finally Richards’s son Jim and his wife Penny were inducted into the hall in 2010. More than one maple producing family has had 2 generations receive the honor but up until now no family has had a third generation inducted. It is only fitting that this honor be given to the Timmons family for all the support both sides of the family tree have given to the Geauga County Maple Industry. On hand to receive the honor were two of the grandchildren, one from each side of the family. On hand to receive the award for Roderick was granddaughter, Polly Fenton. Polly’s father, Sterling Timmons moved the family to central Ohio during the mid-nineties when the new St. Rt. 422 was extended through the middle of their farm. Polly remarked that after discovering some maple trees on the new farm, one first things Dad did, was to build a sugarhouse. Today Son Terry runs 500 taps keeping the maple tradition alive. On the Robert Timmons side of the family Grandson Jim accepted the award. Jim’s side of the family, represents, the third, fourth and fifth generations now producing maple syrup. Jim now operates a 4000 tap sugar bush on the home farm in Burton Township. Jim remarked that his grandfather would not believe the way we make syrup today. Congratulations to both sides of the Timmons Family.
This year also marked the first time that any sugar bush has won the top producer award more than more than 8 times. That honor up until this year was held by Rhodes Sisters and their father Anson Rhodes The new honor of 9 grand champion awards goes to Soubousta Farm of Chardon Ohio. The first 4 times the honor was bestowed on the original owner of the farm Ed Soubousta. The last 5 Championship Awards were won by Ed’s Nephew Robert Butler. This is an achievement and a record that may never be duplicated again unless Bob and his partners add a couple more top producer awards to their list of achievement’s.
Last year the entry format was changed and the In County entries are now judged by individual grade. Awards were given for the top 7 entries in each grade. The Top Winner and overall winner of The Golden Delicate class was Soubousta Farm. First place in the Amber Rich class was Tom Salo of Montville and the first place winner in the Dark Robust class was Carl and Karen Defillippo also from Montville. The first place winner in the Out of County entry was The Goodell Farm from Mantua Portage County. Stephanie Bartlett of New bury was your Grand Champion Adult Candy Maker. Winning the Grand Champion Junior Candy maker award was Anthony Barham of Chardon. The Grand Champion Syrups and the top placing syrups in all categories will be auctioned off on Sunday April 30th at 12:30 on the Main Street Stage. The weather looks like it will cooperate with only a slight risk of showers. Come out and enjoy the festival and all things maple.
Les Ober Geauga County OSU Extension
Les Ober OSU Extension
There have multiple posts on the Ohio Maple Blog Facebook page concerning the weather and how it will affect the maple syrup season in Ohio. Let me say this at the onset, no one is able to predict the weather long range with a great degree of accuracy more than a few days out and this year has proven that. What I do know is that we are faced with up to 6 days of temperatures above 50 degrees. If that does happen it will be the first time in 80 years for the last week in February. It will also push our trees closer to bud break. Right now we have accumulated 20 growing degree days. A Red Maple could experience bud break at 44 growing degree days (Gdd). That means we have to accumulate 24 more days in Burton Ohio to break the buds on a Red Maple. It is possible that we will accumulate almost one third of those this upcoming week. That being said this will change as we move further south in the state. There are areas right now in the southern part of the state that may very well see first bud break on Red Maples and Silver Maples by the end of next week.
Buds coming out this time of year is very early even for southern Ohio. There are many factors that lead to what I will call premature budding of maple trees. Day time temperatures have the biggest influence on budding. Anything above 50 degrees is counted as a Gdd. However, the temperatures in a woodlot tend to be lower than at the street level. The trees on the street will bud faster than those in the woods. How much snow do you have? Right now we have 4 to 5 inches on the ground and that will keep the woods colder during the first part of the upcoming weekend due to convective cooling, especially at night. The bigger question is how much snow will show up in March? Snow is good not only to cool the trees but slow release moisture for sap flow. How much cloud cover do you have? Cloud cover keeps the warming sun rays away from the tree branches. It is those bright sunny days that move a tree closer to bud break. Northern Ohio has more cloud cover than southern Ohio especially close to Lake Erie.
What will tell the story is the forecast going into the first week of March? Right now it is calling for cold weather. I think the weather pattern that sets up after March first will determine the length of our season this year just as it did last year. Area north of Columbus will survive this warm spell but south of Columbus is questionable. The long range NOAA Weather forecast for Columbus north shows that we will trend below normal up until St. Patrick’s Day after that it will trend slightly above normal. In the Cincinnati area the trend will be to go above normal and will osculate close to the freezing during the night. Northeast Ohio once again appears to have the best chance of making syrup through the end of March due to fact that our average daily lows are in the high twenties throughout the month. If it freezes at night we will be ok.
The good news is that the early tappers have reached the halfway mark of a normal season. The run this weekend will be big one. If you have not tapped you had better get in the woods and get the job done and catch this run. Take what is given to you in the days ahead and be thankful for what you have produced so far. We are definitely in era of change in how and when we produce maple syrup. If this trend continues for one will plan on having everything ready to tap on New Years Days. If it sits for a month so be it but if the weather patterns are right the trees will get tapped. “Fool me once shame on you fool me twice shame on me”.
Les Ober OSU Extension
I got up this morning and it was 60 degrees. All I could think of was that a lot of my friends who make maple syrup got up, saw the same thing I did and headed straight to the sugarhouse to find their drills. To say the least this is unusually warm for this time of year and it has everyone scratching their head. I also looked at the internet and questions were coming into the OMB about whether it is time to tap. This is topic that will be address in depth at the Ohio Maple Days but due to the early warmup I will give you my take on the subject.
First a little science! To quote New York Maple Specialist Steve Childs we need to know “How Does Sap Happen”. Sap flow is the result of sap rising and falling in the tree through the vascular system of a maple tree known as sapwood. The sap flows to provide nutrients to all of the vegetative growth above ground. Sap flow from the roots to very tips of the branches nourishing the buds that will develop into leaves. This process is on a phonological clock that limits the amount of time that we have to intercept a very small portion of that sap and make it into maple syrup. Once the buds emerge the sap is no longer useable for syrup production. Sap rises because of a variation in spring temperatures that we call the freeze thaw cycle. The tree freezes, this creates a suction that draws nutrients from the roots along with ground water. Once the temperature rises above 32 degrees F, gases begin to form inside the tree. This pushes the sap up the sapwood the tree up into the very tops of the branches. Considerable pressure is produced in the process. In fact that pressure can reach 40 psi. When you drill a hole in the tree sap leaks out into a bucket and continues until the tree quits pushing sap or it freezes again. We can increase that flow by applying vacuum to the tap with a vacuum pump and tubing. If the temperatures stay warm sap flow will gradually decline. Sap can flow up to 72 hours without the repeat of the freeze thaw cycle. Without freezing the sap level in the tree drop below the taphole and the flow will stop. Once the temperatures drop below freezing the whole cycle starts again. This is a very simple explanation of a very complex process.
What else can cause sap to stop flowing from a taphole? Once a taphole is drilled into a tree the maple season clock starts to run. With buckets and open tap holes that window of opportunity is around 4 weeks before the taphole starts to heal up and the sap flow stops. This healing is the result of the taphole being exposed to air and from the growth of bacteria in and around the hole. Air dries out he taphole and supplies oxygen to bacteria that coat the hole with slime that eventually seals off the exposed sap wood. Similar to what happens when you get a cut. Blood flows for a while but eventually it coagulates and the bleeding stops. A vacuum tubing system is different in that the taphole is not exposed directly to the outside air and sap is kept flowing under vacuum for a longer period of time. If operated correctly the hole will be kept free of bacteria for most of the season. This can be accomplished two ways. First you can keep the vacuum running continuously whenever the air temperature is above freezing. This will keep the sap moving keeping the lines clear and the taphole cool. Producers have found that they will gather enough sap during extended warm periods and make enough syrup to pay for the cost of running the pumps during that period of time. The other method is to us a vacuum system with check valves to prevent bacteria laden sap from the lines being pulled back in the tree. A tree will draw sap from the lines just like a hose will siphon water from a tank when you turn the tap off. This bacteria laden sap will aid in healing and shutting down the taphole for the season. The check valve will close when the vacuum is released and it will seal off the tap. I discussed many of these taphole sanitation techniques along with the use of check valves in an earlier post on this blog. A side note; for those of you using a 3/16 gravity system, research at the Cornell Maple Program, shows that because you are generating a higher level of vacuum a pull back into the tree occurs. Preliminary research shows that using a check valve will increase the yield in a 3/16 tubing gravity system. I intend to discuss 3/16 tubing in an article to be published on the OMB at a later date.
Now to answer the question should I tap or not tap during and early warms spell. My suggestion is to obtain all the information you can about upcoming weather patterns. Then look at your system. If you are a small producer or a backyard producer looking for the ideal 30 day window, January is most likely too early to tap. Your taps may dry out and you may miss some of the really good runs in late February or March. You could re-tap but that is hard on the tree and is never recommended. The best approach is to watch the weather and be ready to get those good runs in February and March. For those of us who have vacuum tubing. We can stretch the season with taphole sanitation techniques. Watch the weather and tap when to opportunity arises. You may get some very good early runs. If you are going to tap now make sure you change out your spouts or use check valves. You have to create a closed system at the tree to prevent taphole healing. If you have enough taps consider tapping the side of the woods that runs early now and the late running sections later on, spread the season. The best you can hope for is two months before your taps start to shut down. I have personally kept my taphole open from the 10th of February to the 10th of April with the use of check valves and continuous vacuum operation. No matter what you decide to do it is a gamble, here’s hoping your decisions pays off. Here is a little additional information that may help to make you decide. NOAA Weather has now released their 3 month forecast for January, February and March. It is now calling for above normal temperatures during the period for Ohio into New England. I will hedge a little but my taps will be in by February 1st.
The Ohio maple Blog launches a new page, “The Backyard Mapler”. I have had several requests for information for backyard/hobby maple syrup production. Hobby maple production is a fun project for the entire family and as many hobby maple producers have found out it can lead to many sweet rewards. This page entitled the Backyard Mapler will be devoted to you the backyard maple producer. I hope it will help to unravel some of the mysteries of maple syrup production and allow you to make a better product. Hope you enjoy our journey through the process of making maple syrup. | agronomy |
https://en.sciencemodern.com/11752886-an-unmanned-garden-swept-the-streets-of-london | 2023-06-06T03:56:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652207.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606013819-20230606043819-00659.warc.gz | 0.930294 | 286 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__147350686 | en | 2023 Author: Bryan Walter | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 22:24
Researchers from the Bartlett School of Architecture have developed a project for a robotic autonomous garden, Hortum Machina B. You can read more about the implementation of the project on the website of the Interactive Architecture Laboratory.
Hortum Machina B is a spherical exoskeleton made of aluminum tubes, inside of which a core is fixed by cables, consisting of several platforms with living plants. The platforms with are connected to the core by linear actuators that are connected to a microcontroller, and a solar-powered platform and a water tank for watering plants are also provided in the core.
The unmanned garden reads data from sensors for light, vibration, temperature and humidity, and then compares it with the favorable conditions for the plants planted on the platforms. If the conditions are unfavorable, the control circuit, using linear actuators, extends several platforms, changing the center of gravity of the entire structure, thanks to which the Hortum Machina B is set in motion.
The authors of the project view the unmanned garden as a "nervous system for plants." Plants are forced to grow in one place, while they often die due to the fact that they cannot adapt to adverse conditions. According to the designers, Hortum Machina B can help plants "on their own" choose a more favorable place to live. | agronomy |
http://diabetestopics.blogspot.com/2013/09/cause-of-disappearing-honeybees.html | 2018-05-27T23:11:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794870497.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20180527225404-20180528005404-00162.warc.gz | 0.954333 | 798 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__172367707 | en | 24 September 2013
Cause of Disappearing Honeybees
Whether the agriculture industry is actually pushing this or not remains to be seen, but I do know many farmers are and actively doing this. This being the spraying of insecticides on crops to kill insects. It is unfortunate that honeybees and other pollinators (a term that includes native bees, honeybees, birds, bats, and other species of beneficial insects) are being affected by the insecticides. I would be more inclined to believe that the agricultural chemical business in cooperation with some of the large agricultural industries is behind this killing of the honeybees.
Yes, and this would include the corn industry as they are ready to increase their profits in high-fructose corn syrup to take the place of honey.
Since 2006, up to 40% of the bee colonies in the US have suffered Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), in which honeybees die, disoriented, far from their hives. The honeybee pollinates a third of all the food we eat and contributes an estimated $15 billion in annual agriculture revenue to the US economy alone. Fresh fruits and vegetables, in particular, would simply not exist without honeybees.
“At least 143 million of the 442 million acres—that is, nearly one-third—of US cropland is planted with crops treated with these neuroactive insecticides, which are related to nicotine and are highly toxic to bees. In the US, 100% of corn and canola is treated with neonicotinoids, as well as 65% of soybeans and almost all cotton, wheat, and smaller acreage crops. The pesticide expresses itself through the plants’ pollen and nectar—the honeybee’s favorite sources of food.
A recent Time magazine article notes a number of potential reasons for CCD, including deadly bacteria and viruses—but nearly all researchers agree that the main culprits are general chemical exposure and pesticides (neonicotinoids in particular). A study of honeybee pollen found nine different pesticides and fungicides in it on average.”
“The agriculture industry doesn’t want their profitable pesticides tampered with: there are over 1,200 pesticides currently in use in the US, and many are made by the same companies that engineer the crop seeds. So instead, Big Farma has begun creating CAFO-like conditions for bees! It’s already happening on a small scale; many argue that it may be the only alternative if we don’t reign in the pesticides. “Bees may end up managed like cattle, pigs and chicken, where we put them in confinement and bring the food to them,” said one beekeeper and independent researcher quoted in the Time article. “You…do feedlot beekeeping.””
Monsanto, surprise, is working on other GMO “fixes” for CCD as well: they’re developing RNA-interference technology that will kill one of the viruses thought to be killing the bees, the Varroa mite, by interfering with the way the bees’ genes are expressed.
Because I have a very soft spot for bees and have kept bees as I explained in my blog here, I would appreciate those living in the US to support a new bill, HR 2692, “The Saving America’s Pollinators Act of 2013,” that has been introduced in the House by Rep. John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI) and Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR). It would suspend the use of neonicotinoids until the EPA can prove that the insecticide “will not cause unreasonable adverse effects on pollinators.” This proof of safety would need to be in the form of published scientific research together with a completed field study. Please contact your representative and urge his or her support of HR 2692. | agronomy |
http://topnepalnews.com/nepal-english-news-nepal-latest-news-live-upd/3302 | 2020-07-13T14:44:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593657145436.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20200713131310-20200713161310-00233.warc.gz | 0.947781 | 158 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__208899578 | en | While inaugurating the First Youth Agricultural Entrepreneurs Conference today, VP Pun said that diversification of the agriculture sector is the need of the hour as agriculture is the base of prosperity for the country.
Vice- President Pun also issued the directives to the government to stop land fragmentation and plotting, to create agriculture friendly environment, to provide soft loan to the youth to attract them in the sector. He added that youth should lead the agriculture sector.
Similarly, Minister for Agricultural Development Haribol Gajurel said that the sustainable development of the agriculture sector was impossible unless youth involved in the sectors.
Ambassador of Israel to Nepal, Mr Yaron Mayer commented that Nepal has immense possibilities in agriculture and the youth should put in their skills and enthusiasm for the development of this sector. | agronomy |
https://www.namibianchefs.com/whats-cooking/features/suppliers/namib-mills/ | 2020-06-04T22:58:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590348492295.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20200604223445-20200605013445-00184.warc.gz | 0.921605 | 223 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__35940723 | en | 1982 Namib Mills established: Namib Mills started its operations as a humble milling company in Windhoek.
1982 Maize mill opened: Top Score, which is our leading maize meal brand in the country was started. The Windhoek mill is capable of milling 10 tons of maize per hour.
1986 Wheat mill opened: Milling of wheat flour only takes place in Windhoek at 12 tons per hour, assisting in sustaining national food security for the Namibian People.
2001Pasta plant commissioned: This plant is amongst the top three most modern plants in the Southern Hemisphere and was built by Pavan.
2009 Complete Mix plant commissioned: Namib Mills developed a range of special products for bakeries, called “Complete Mix" to which the baker only has to add water. These products offer convenience to bakeries and enable them to increase bakery productivity.
Physical Address: n.a.
SUPPORT to the NCA in 2015:
Sponsorship of sugar and flour for all competitions
>>> click on the headline to access the website of Namib Mills <<< | agronomy |
https://mmbtrees.com/ | 2022-10-01T11:39:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030335609.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20221001101652-20221001131652-00441.warc.gz | 0.912247 | 198 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__164730200 | en | Wholesale Christmas Trees - Wholesale Fraser Firs - Wholesale Balsam Firs
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https://thecottagebythecranelakeolof1.wordpress.com/2012/08/21/still-warm-and-nice/ | 2018-04-21T09:44:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945111.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20180421090739-20180421110739-00270.warc.gz | 0.969666 | 395 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__98366183 | en | Still warm and nice.
They said it would rain all day but the sun has been shining and it has been really warm 🙂 Now they say it will rain all day tomorrow but I tend not to believe them any more 🙂 It’s strange, they say they have all these super computers helping them predict the weather and still they rarely get it right 🙂 🙂 🙂
The worm pills worked fine and no live worms could be found this morning 🙂 but I’ll give Sune one more pill in two weeks just to be on the safe side, nasty animals those worms and still we don’t have the worst kinds up here in the north. I remember when I had my first dog called Sickan, the vet always said to de-worm her once every year, now they have changed that to when it is needed. Even worms can get used to the poison if only one survives.
I have harvested one ripe tomato now 🙂 It did taste rather nice so I hope the four or five that is large enough will get a chance to ripen too. I’ll take cuttings like last year so that I get a chance to get at least some next year too. But by then I should have my green house ready to use. I’ll start building it as soon as we’ll get a reasonable stable weather. First I have to buy a new chain to the chainsaw though and I plan on doing that tomorrow.
I need to cut down that apple tree and also the plum tree that is slowly dying. When I’ve taken down the plum tree it’s safe to start building that green house. Well one can’t say that I hurry things unnecessary 🙂 🙂 🙂 It is time for something to eat and then I’ll listen to the katydids for a while, the evening is warm so they are really loud outside my cottage.
Have a great day! | agronomy |
https://www.zoology.dp.ua/z_01_079.html | 2023-03-23T21:24:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945183.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20230323194025-20230323224025-00025.warc.gz | 0.882052 | 1,194 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__76373106 | en | Burrowing amphibians and mammals role in the soil ecological balance restoration on the areas of slag-heaps forest recultivation
V.L. Bulakhov, A.Ye. Pakhomov, A.A. Reva
Dniepropetrovsk National University, Dniepropetrovsk, Ukraine
Disturbed lands restoration in the regions with intensive mining operations is one of the most important tasks. Agricultural recultivation is being realised more often. But it is imopratnt that the destructed type should be restored. This principle should be observed in those natural zones, where the ecological systems exhausted by mining exploitation, are in deficit. In the steppe zones, forest communities are the deficit ecosystems of the kind. Their anihilation, as a rule, disturbs the ecological balance in the region and worsens the environment. In Pridneproviye steppe zone (Ukraine) the major coal mining places are concentrated in the rivers flood areas where the natural forest ecosystems are located. That’s why it is important to make the artificial forest ecosystems, based on the forest recultivation, iinstead of the anihilated ones. But creation of such systems is difficult and takes a lot of time. To simlify and accelerate the forest recultivation process it is imperative to consider the fastest measurees of ecological balance restoration which is the soil’s (created artificially) bases. The soil has the unbalanced and disturbed biological process and the soil is practically dead. It takes not less than 5-10 years to restore the biological process which favours the optimal ecological balance. Thus, our task is to accelerate the ecological balance restoration process using burrowing amphibians and mammals. As the investigations showed (Bulakhov, 1977; Abaturov, 1984; Pakhomov, 1998) such species as Pelobates fuscus, Talpa europaeus, different Muridae and Cricetidae, Sorecidae are active soil transformers. Amphibia and insectivorous mammals were introduced by us (Bulakhov et al 1980) and small rodents independently entered the recultivation areas from the nearest agroecosystems. Investigations of the soils ecological balance restoration process was based on the determination of the following: soil microflora quantitative development, soils total fermentative activity (proteolitic), soil respiration and soil faund development processes. The experiments were performed on the plots populated by the animals mentioned above and on the ones where such operations were not done.
We arrived at the conclusion that even during the first year the soil ecological balance on experimental recultivation pllots is approximate to those of the natural forest ecosystems and significantly goes ahead the control recultivated plots (on 30-80 %).
Soil Microflora quantative development (in mln of the cells per 1 soil gr) on the experimeental forest recultivation plots varigiated in the limits 1.3-1.7 mln of cells (in the artificial plantations on the natural soils – 1.4-2.3), and without aniimals activity – only 0.6-1.1. Soil microflora development accelleration index was averagely equal to 1.7.
The total fermentativee activity (protheolitic) on the experimental plots heightened in 1.2-1.6 times. It has much in common with the artificial plantations on the natural soils and according to the index is 0.8-0.9. Soil respiration intensity on the experimental plots was larger thant that of control in 1.3-1.99 times.
Soil population formation on the plots where the burrowing amphibiana and mammals were introduceed, became more intensive as compared with the control ones. Thus, species variability (Protozoa: Testacidae) was essentially higher (in 1.3-2.1 times on different plots) and their quantitative development in 1.2-1.5 times. Soil Microarthopoder quantative development (Oribatidae, Gamasidae, Collembola) respectively in 1.4-11.7, in 1.8-2.3, in 1.6-2.1 times, Lumbricidae number increased in 1.3-1.6 times.
Hence, the enlargment of the most important soilformers (microflora, soil fauna) and biological processes intensity general indexes (fermentative activity and soil respiration) parameters demonstrates the accelerated ecological balance restoration in the unbalanced spread soils on the forest recultivation plots. The process mentioned, favours the much more higher enlargement of woody species (as far as the trunk diameter and height are concerned) in 1.5-5 times.
Zoocenosis — 2001
Структура і функціональна роль тваринного населення в природних та трансформованих екосистемах: Тези I міжнародної конференції, 17-20 вересня 2001. – Дніпропетровськ: ДНУ, 2001. – С. 119-120. | agronomy |
https://customerkarts.com/top-crops-producing-states-of-india/ | 2019-02-17T02:31:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247481428.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20190217010854-20190217032854-00004.warc.gz | 0.927519 | 1,191 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__96894259 | en | Top Crops Producing States of India
India is highly popularized country which is greatly known for its good economy and growth. We are listing here Top Crops Producing States Of India that have contributed a lot in economic development of nation. Well, everyone knows that Indian economic growth is basically based on the agriculture system because it directly leads to employment opportunities to the people. And if we talk about the current scenarios, then agriculture is furnishing near about 14 % of country’s GDP.
In this page, viewers will get to know some interesting unknown facts of the some places that are known for best food grain production. You will be surprised to known that India comes on the topmost position in terms of various crops production. When it comes to division of Indian crops, then basically four main categories comprises of food grains, plantation crops, cash and horticulture corps.
Top Crops Producing States of India
|Wheat||Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh|
|Rice||West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh|
|Gram||Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu|
|Barley||Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan|
|Bajra||Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan|
|Sugarcane||Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra|
|Poppy||Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh|
|Coconut||Kerala and Tamil Nadu|
|Linseed||Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana|
|Groundnut||Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu|
|Rape seed and mustard||Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana|
|Sesame||Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan|
|Sunflower||Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra|
|Cotton||Maharashtra and Gujarat|
|Jute||West Bengal and Bihar|
|Silk||Karnataka and Kerala|
|Coffee||Karnataka and Kerala|
|Rubber||Kerala and Karnataka|
|Tea||Assam and Kerala|
|Tobacco||Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh|
|Pepper||Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu|
|Cashewnuts||Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh|
|Ginger||Kerala and Uttar Pradesh|
|Turmeric||Andhra Pradesh and Odisha|
Places With Best Food Grain Production
- Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the most significant and topmost states which is known for corps production. It is a big supplier to food grain stuff. And when it comes to economic wealth, this state is having one of the largest financial systems. Nearly 40 million tones of crops were produced in year 2013-14 contributing to 18 % production.
Punjab is a developing state of India which is highly famous for wheat crop production. This place leads to higher economic development therefore also called as Indian granary. Some significant crops are grown here including fruits, sugar cane, rice, wheat and vegetables. The major corps of Punjab is barley, millet, pearl, bajara etc.
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- Madhya Pradesh
Agriculture is main source of economic development in Madhya Pradesh. Here, the food grain production including pulses, rice and wheat are very good. MP is the state known for creation of some major corps including soya bean, pulses, cereals, wheat, paddy. And in some parts of the districts, crops like sugarcane as well as cotton are also grown.
- West Bengal
West Bengal economic growth majority depends upon the agriculture. However, big industries and other services lead heavily to the economic development. But cultivation of rice, pulses and potato are few major food grains of this state.
- Tamil Nadu
Next prominent place is Tamil nadu which is basically known for farming only. The state crop production heavily relies upon climatic conditions. In addition to this, cultivation services lead 45% of economic growth, 34% by manufacturing and 21% by agriculture activities.
Kerala had observed a significant improvement in the farming sector firm last few years. And all this could be possible because of land reform act execution in 1963. Numerous crops produce here including coffee, pepper, ginger, cinnamon, rubber, paddy, etc which helps in the transformation of state into developed district.
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Gujarat had good wealth in agriculture and industrial sectors. Some of its main food grains that are produced in this state comprise of milk, dates, cotton and the products made from milk. And from the industrial goods, petrol and cement are among the most significant products.
- Himachal Pradesh
Cultivations are the main occupation in himachal Pradesh state. People consider this field as their main business and we must tell you that this sector had lead to 45-50 % contribution in state economic growth.
Maharashtra is very much developed Indian state and among the tops corps producing state of India. This region comprises of much area where different types of crops get cultivated here such as oil seeds, sugarcane, cotton, soya bean, fruits and veggies, sunflower and many more.
All the people residing in rural area of Karnataka consider agriculture as their main occupation. This place is known for the production of some major food grains like rice, cotton, coconut, tobacco, cardamom, jowar, pulses and many more.
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So, that’s all about top crops producing states of India. For additional information and interesting facts, stay tuned with our web portal. | agronomy |
http://nicoleleavingplumpville.com/category/life-outside-losing/page/3/ | 2017-09-25T00:43:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818690268.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20170925002843-20170925022843-00602.warc.gz | 0.973337 | 769 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__170141741 | en | I’ve always wanted to have a garden… I’ve always talked about having this little greenhouse set up in my back yard that way I can get all kinds of fresh produce all year round. And since winter seems to last 6 months (ok, still bitter about the snow) it’s a good idea to me.
So, we all decided we were going to do some gardening.
Since there is about a foot and a half of snow outside, attempting to plant anything would be physically impossible, haha. So we got this little potting tray that has some potting soil in it and 72 little sections. It was pretty easy to do. Just add water and the soil stuff kind of swelled. Then we just sat around poking our fingers in it and stuffing seeds in.
We went ahead and chose twelve different seeds to get us started. We’ve got cucumbers, sweet peppers, jalapenos, a melon, carrots, and green beans as far as veggies go. Then the herbs we’ve got are oregano, cilantro, thyme, dill, basil, and rosemary.
I also went and wrote out what each spot was on some nifty little plastic markers, but unfortunately I ended up having to cut them way down. I had even written the “gestation” period on the backs… but I had to chop those off in order to stick the lid on the top to promote some greenhouse effect.
Now, I don’t know much about planting anything. And honestly, I am no good at making sure plants live. I have tried, and failed in the past to keep flowers alive…so I’m hoping that veggies are better. Haha. But all that information about where to plant them and everything else that goes along with growing plants is completely out of my league. I’m hoping that it isn’t as hard as it could be. We’ll see.
But I’m really excited for when these things are ready to eat. Actually eating something that I grew, it’s going to be pretty awesome. It’s completely different than cooking or baking. Not to mention, once we get some more veggies, our grocery list is going to go wayyyy down (as long as everything thrives, ha).
But Josh and I are taking this as an opportunity to give Landon firsthand knowledge of this kind of stuff. I think it will be good for him. He already loves vegetables, and he absolutely loved planting them. And up until he went to bed he kept running to the tray to “make sure they are ok.” Funny boy. He’s so proud of himself.
I’m hoping to get some lettuce, tomatoes, onion, broccoli, and peas planted soon. There is this little section in my backyard that is about 10’x20′ that would be perfect for more planting. And I think that is what I would like to do with it. It would be great.
But that’s the cool thing about those potting trays…apparently they are big enough that it will allow the plants to grow and stay in there until the temperature raises enough that it’s safe to transfer the plants. So we’ll be adding several weeks (close to a month) of growth… at least I hope it ends up like that. There were tons of warnings about frost dangers and whatnot… but I am looking into a temporary greenhouse DIY project just in case.
So here goes nothing…going to attempt to grow some food!
Hopefully my brown thumb turns into a green thumb.
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Organic gardening is something that many families want to do but simply never take on the challenge. The thought of starting a garden can be intimidating for many people, due to the fact that it is not something a lot of people are familiar with, and it does seem complicated. Once you’ve read through this article, you will feel more confident about creating the garden of your dreams.
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There are several ways that you can always grow your own produce and manage your farm when living in an urban area. It is possible for you to do so and have enough for your consumption. All that is required for you is setting goals to start your own farm. It is not necessarily a must that farming is done in rural areas. Having knowledge on how farming can be done in the urban area can be very helpful to people at all times. It can be even possible to start a farm inside your own house. Urban farms bring along a lot of convenience to people who have their own producers. For you to have your urban farm in the most successful way, there are some tips that are well illustrated in this article.
Visiting other urban homes who are doing farming is one key thing that you should always consider. By visiting the farms you can understand what produces you can plant in your own farm. The producers that you can print from your own farm can be identified whenever you visit the urban farm. What vegetable do well in small areas can be identified whenever you visit other people who are doing the urban farming. People who are doing urban farming you can get the chance of understanding a few tips that you can use in your farm. You can always gain a lot of advantage whenever you get information from people who have done the urban farming before. Other people can help you in a great way to get information on how to manage the spaces that you may be having for you to do well in the urban farming.
Make sure it any particular time you do a proper gathering on what you need. All the tools and mechanisms that may be required should be gotten. Begin by purchasing the essential tools and equipment. Wall rails that can help you with the indoor gardening should also be gotten. It can be essential for you whenever you decide to get germination kits.
You may be required to attend urban farming workshops. The duration of when you can understand you starting time for urban farming can be gotten if you attend the workshops. Some visitation can be created by the workshops so that people can visit at the farmers who are doing urban farming. There’s a lot of inspiration that can come as a result of the visitation and workshops. Something like managing space is acquired whenever people decide to attend the workshops. | agronomy |
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The ‘green’ life sciences, a quickly growing sector looking for highly educated people
Did you know that with a background in genetics, cell biology, bio-informatics or biochemistry you could have a career in the green life sciences as well? Twenty-five postdocs and last-year PhD students came together on June 23, 2011 in Enkhuizen to learn more about the activities of Enza Zaden and INCOTEC.
The ‘green’ life sciences, a quickly growing sector looking for highly educated people.
In the past early career researchers have participated in PCDI company visits to MSD (‘Big Pharma’), Genmab (‘Biotech’), AIMM Therapeutics and Arthrogen (‘Start-ups’), and Sanquin (‘Hybrid’). All these so-called ‘red life science’ companies are dedicated to studying and treating human disorders. This time we were invited by two green life science companies, scientifically involved in plant breeding and seed technology. Since more and more highly educated people are wanted in this sector, PCDI together with Amsterdam Biomed Cluster thought it was high time to organize a 'Green Life Science Company Visit' to Enza Zaden and INCOTEC. Green and red life science companies seem to be involved in quite different fields of research; however, there are plenty of similarities as well. For instance, did you know that with a background in genetics, cell biology, bio-informatics or biochemistry you could have a career in the green life sciences as well? Twenty-five Postdocs and last-year PhD students came together on June 23, 2011 in Enkhuizen to learn more about the activities of Enza Zaden and INCOTEC.
During lunch, Erwin Cardol, Projectmanager of Seed Valley, the overall organization of dozens of innovative green life science companies in the Enkhuizen area, explained their core businesses: Seed valley is the international centre of plant breeding and seed technology. More and more innovative research is involved in these companies, which explains why more than 40% of the employees have an (applied) science background. The demand for highly educated people in Seed Valley companies is only increasing: almost on a weekly basis new positions are posted on their website.
Karen Posthuma (Manager Phytopathology) introduced the different departments within Enza Zaden (Marketing/Sales, Seed operations, Logistics) but mostly talked about the R&D department. She talked us through the process ‘from molecule to successful vegetable variety’, explaining how biotechnology aides the plant breeding process. Interdisciplinary research teams work together in order to obtain a successful vegetable variety. It was interesting to see how her presentation translated to work ‘in the field’ (or rather in green houses). In these green houses, for experimental purposes only, a lot of different vegetables were grown: for example to test the quality of the seeds or to see whether measures taken to prevent diseases were successful. Alberto Maurer (Manager Seed Technology) showed us around in the different departments involved in Seed technology: from seed-research labs to seed production and logistics. He talked us through the different processes such as coating, processing and packaging. These site visits gave us a good look of the daily operations inside Enza Zaden.
At INCOTEC, we received a warm welcome at the entrance by one of the directors. Striking in the company profile by Frans Tetteroo (Sr. Research Technology Specialist) was the central role of sustainability in their mission statement. He further talked about the history and technical highlights of INCOTEC and their international expansion and collaborations on the different continents. Mariken Rebers (Sr Research Product Specialist), with a stronger research-focused presentation, introduced us to the seven INCOTEC technology groups to improve seeds: upgrading (select for best germination quality), priming (optimize germination), disinfection, encrusting & pelleting (add coating to change shape of seeds), film coating (add colored film to seeds), actives (add ingredients to protect seed and plant against diseases), and analytical quality testing. The presentation gave a good insight into the various technical backgrounds that are needed in seed technology. The subsequent tour of the premises at INCOTEC showed us the hands-on work behind these technologies.
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Assessing Coffee Production in Colombia
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The operations of Tropiq near the producing source will be focused on product development, optimizing quality, and increasing yield of the producing farms. The setup of Tropiq’s subunits in Colombia also contemplates introducing the Colombian market to a modern database for business tracking. This will facilitate the access to relevant information throughout the processes, allowing coordinated logistics, and integrating the supply chain for the B2B coffee market while ensuring a sustainable and fairly traded coffee.
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To achieve the subunits set-up and the adaptation of the database, a feasibility study will be conducted. This will provide Tropiq with relevant information to further design a complete business plan for the extension of its operations in Colombia. Following, Tropiq plans to deploy its production and quality expertise to establish and manage a wet-milling processing unit to transform coffee cherries into high-quality coffee parchment and specialty coffee ready to export.
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- Create direct jobs in Tropiq and indirect jobs at the local level, and facilitate and integrate activities to help coffee farmers increase the quality of coffee through capacity-building and training.
- Increase resilience of farms to withstand effects of climate variations in terms of temperatures, soil, and sun exposure.
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John Michael is a self-help writer and a hobby gardener. Apart from cherry tomatoes, you can grow beefsteak tomatoes. Tomatoes grows well in the soil with pH levels ranging between 6.0-6.8. Grow tomatoes in an area that gets 6-8 hours of sun. The ideal spacing for tomato plants depends on the growth habit of the variety and whether plants will be pruned: Staked or caged plants: 18 to 24 inches between plants, in rows at least 5 feet apart. Join Yahoo Answers and get 100 points today. It takes 6-8 weeks to grow a 4 to 6 inch transplant. Plant your tomato at least 12 inches deep. If you're using a plant-based compost, apply a 2- to 3-inch layer. Indeterminate tomatoes require 3 to 4 square feet of space. ... Work the top 6 to 9 inches of soil with a hand tiller, loosening the dirt and removing stones and loose roots. Still have questions? Growing Tomatoes in the Home Garden ... First, check for moisture; if the soil is damp 2- to 3-inches deep, there is no need for watering. Your email address will not be published. Massage the soil: Break up your native soil a bit! How To Grow 6-Inch Tomato Plants In Only 1 Week. Tomatoes will grow in very shallow soil (including the special tomato grow bags that you can buy which are only 3 inches or so deep). Vining or indeterminate tomatoes can grow 6 feet tall (1.8m) or more. Alternatively, in this context, it might be a good idea to add some lime. Hydroponics exists because plants don't need any certain amount of soil, they use none. Authorities are mixed on whether this variety is determinate or indeterminate. Mix the fertilizer into the top 1/2 inch of soil … If you’re transplanting more than one tomato plant, space them at least 2 feet apart so they have plenty of air flow between the foliage. They grow to a certain size and then they stop growing and can reach about two feet wide. A good choice for growing in window boxes. Preparing Soil. When growing Roma tomatoes in pots, make sure to plant them about 14 to 20 inches apart from each other. Growing tomatoes is not difficult, but they do have some unique qualities that are helpful to understand. Make sure you water them thoroughly every night - never water when the sun is shining on the plants, you can water when they are in the sade though. Soil Type: Tomatoes can grow in most types of soil except hard clayey soil which hampers the root growth. One of the best ways to increase your chances of success growing tomatoes in these areas is to buy plants, or grow transplants indoors. Tomatoes can be planted from seeds successfully, but seeding requires an additional six … You can also grow 3-4 plants between steel fenceposts by connecting the posts with 4-5 horizontal strands of wire spaced 12-18 inches apart and tying tomato stems to the wirs as they grow upward. Sow the seeds in flats with Burpee Tomato Formula soil mix, covering them with 1/4 inch of mix. Let me quickly tell you a bit about some of the best cherry tomatoes to grow in pots – Tiny Tim: 1 foot tall dwarf plant with a cluster of tiny tasty tomatoes. I covered up nearly half of hte tomato with soil beause tomato stems can actually grow roots. To raise your soil’s pH, work lime into the soil. Get your answers by asking now. This is because sandy soil cannot hold water and nutrients well, making it a tough environment for tomato plants. "Someone is enjoying the shade today because a long time ago someone planted a tree." Tomatoes are deep rooters and I always suggest digging down a foot or more when preparing a spot for them. Caring for your tomatoes: mulching, staking, and fertilizing . Growing tomatoes in the same space year after year is a recipe for disaster. Asparagus: Grow two plants in a 2-gallon (7.5L) container; grow up to five plants in a 10-gallon (38L) container. || People who read this article often read, Tomato trellis is another great way to support your plants like staking and caging. The University of Maryland Extension suggests choosing plants that are 6 to 10 inches tall. 2. A loose soil is ideal for tomato plants which helps healthy root development. Most of my garden does get started from seeds. The Depth of Soil for Tomatoes. Soil depth requirements for common garden vegetables, fruits, and herbs. Tomatoes are heavy feeders, therefore, it is highly recommended that mix in two- to three-inch layers of compost and cow manure to the top one-third of the topsoil. The best way to plant tomatoes is to set out 6-inch transplants beginning in mid-February in the low-desert areas and mid-March in the cooler higher elevation areas. Preparing the Soil Growing Tomato Seedlings Planting Tomatoes in the Garden When to Plant Tomatoes Harvesting Tomatoes. The above table will give you an approximation that how much potting soil needed for growing tomatoes in a single container. Use at least 12-18 inches deep container with ample drainage holes. i don't suggest this method of planting - too many things can go wrong. Growing tomatoes in containers are very popular for gardeners who have space limitations. • Add the Ultimate Potting mix if needed. They need more than 6 inches of soil, go for a raised bed in that area, add a small fence, about 6 inches to a foot, fill with soil and have a dedicated vegetable garden area. The length of time you run a drip system will depend on the output of your emitters and how many days per week you run your system. Once signs of frost have left your area, you can transplant the seedlings to an outdoor location or to a container. The key to success is … A 20-inch … On the other side, indeterminate tomatoes best perform in the ground. Repotting seedlings into 3-4 inch Excess nitrogen can result in plants with lush, vigorous foliage but little fruit production. On the other hand, containers are measured in liquid quarts or liquid liters or a liquid gallon or liquid cubic foot. Tomatoes grow best in well-draining soil that is high in organic matter and on the acidic side, with a pH between 6.5 to 7.0.1 Prior to planting, increase the organic matter by applying a 2- to 3-inch layer of compost to the soil surface and tilling it into the soil. The ideal soil temperature for the growing … Sow the seeds in flats with Burpee Tomato Formula soil mix, covering them with 1/4 inch of mix. Remove rocks and trash. Growing Tomatoes in Colorado! Dig a hole that’s deep enough to cover about two thirds of the tomato stem. Unstaked determinate plants: 12 to 24 inches between plants, in rows 4-6 feet apart. Nonetheless choosing the right size of pots for your different tomato varieties is a little bit confusing for the beginners. Work the top 8-10 inches of soil several weeks before planting. Break up the large clods. Especially ones found in the soil. If soil under the bed is healthy, double-digging will ready it for supporting a raised bed. Get our your spade or shovel and just push it in 6-12 inches deep and give your soil a little poke. This is done “Amish style,” with no rototillers or machines. For example, you may find 1-gallon container in different dimensions such as –. Selected soil should have proper drainage to prevent water logging which makes roots to rot. Required fields are marked *. 2. You’ll also want to consider soil temperatures before you plant a tomato. Place the pot at any sunny windowsill, where it can avail 6-8 hours of full sunlight. Expert container gardening recommend amending the potting soil with coarse vermiculite. Some vegetables, like spinach and spring radishes, have very shallow roots and don’t need more than 4 to 6 inches of soil to grow successfully. When the first fruit is about the size of a half-dollar, scat-ter one teaspoon of 5-10-5 fertilizer uniformly around each plant 8 to 10 inches from the stem. Should I grow tomatoes from seeds or purchased seedlings? Tomatoes require 6 to 8 hours of sun a day. But when you have space limitations then you should pick a standard size of the container, that performs better for your particular tomato variety. 1.) Start tomatoes from seeds indoors, five to six weeks before planting outside. Tomatoes only grow when they have plenty of moisture in the soil, at least to a depth of 6 inches. • Work it in the top 4 to 6 inches! But the right type of container with the right tomato varieties will make your patio more beautiful. Different tomato varieties need different types of trellising systems. A package of seeds will grow numerous tomato plants over several years and costs about the same as a 6-pack of tomato transplants at your local garden center. A rich organic soil will definitely increase your crop. Can I grow tomatoes in my yard? Consider the watering requirements that you will create with a planting depth of 6 inches. When my seedlings were 6 inches tall I transferred them to cup and pint-sized pots. You can use traditional mulch … They need at least 9 inches of soil depth and a 12- to 14-inch-diameter pot for a single plant. The ideal growing temperature for tomatoes is 65-85 °F degrees (18-30 °C). The top 6 inches is where the biology and microbes live. Vining tomatoes produce a succession of flowers along the branching spurs; fruit forms from those blossoms. Sungold: 6-12 feet tall plant provides bountiful sweet golden orange cherry tomatoes. That’s because, ... Read More about Top 10 Tips For Growing Tomatoes This can help to encourage more growth of the roots. By using the right planting technique, good soil for tomatoes, and proper watering, you should be able to grow successful plants and have a delicious harvest in the fall. Tomatoes grow best in a slightly acid soil with a pH of 6.2-6.8. 6-12-12 or 8-16-16) per 100 square feet of garden area when preparing the soil. FBI visits home linked to person of interest in Nashville, Clippers lose Kawhi Leonard to bloody injury, CNN reporter mourns death of baby daughter, 'Growing Pains' star slams Kirk Cameron's caroling protests, Intense exercise bursts may hold secret to long life, Jamie Foxx talks historical Disney-Pixar film, Warriors mainstay Curry already showing frustration, Neighborhood surprises beloved UPS driver, Millions lose benefits as aid bill awaits Trump approval, Barrett steers SCOTUS to the right, but not toward Trump. Eggplants need similar care to tomatoes, but they like even more heat and sun—full sun all day (if possible) and temperatures above 54 degrees F at all times. Anyone thinking they don't should got to Ft2Garden.com and click on Judy's blog and see just how amazing her tomatoes are growing in the same SWCs.. Start tomato seeds about 6-8 weeks before your last frost date (look yours up: PlantMaps.com). They can grow 6-18″ tall and need the comparatively smaller size of the container. i would either clear an area to make a small veggie bed (be sure to take out the weed liner under the rocks if there is one) or use containers to put the tomatoes in, then put these on top of the rock. My tomatoes are planted halfway down in an 18 inch SWC, so I've got them in 9 inches of soil at best and they'll go fine. Actually 6" won't do it. We rotate our tomato plants to a new location in the garden each growing season. http://www.soilandhealth.org/01aglibrary/010137veg... and as for the question, no.... those will be very unhappy plants.... but.... if you move out some of the rocks where y ou want to plant the tomato, and cut a hole in the fabrick under them, the plant will make it's own way into the under=soil and do fine with your close attention to water and food..... Have you considered making a hydroponic system which is soil free method and produces great plants very efficiently. https://www.covingtonnursery.com/.../secret-soil-recipe-for-great-tomatoes Plant deeply by burying 2/3 of the stem. Roots will spread horizontally, 6" is plenty. Besides trellis for tomato plants can also help to keep your plants off the ground and save from some unexpected diseases. You may repeat this process throughout the season. The popular Celebrity strain of tomatoes has one major advantage over most others: it is almost entirely maintenance-free. At that point, add 4 inches (10 centimeters) of soil to cover all but the top 2 inches (5 centimeters) of the plant. These excellent hybrids grow quickly and produce fruit at 72 days and then throughout the season until mid or even late October in most ar… The best soil for tomatoes is loose, drains well, and contains plenty of organic matter. Terenzo F1: 16-20 inches tall plant produces compact red cherry tomatoes, easy to grow. For example, if you’re growing a dwarf variety like Mirco Tom, you’ll need a small 6 inches pot. Dwarf tomatoes are mainly container varieties. The smaller the pot, the more frequently it will need to be watered, especially on hot or windy days. However, the volume of potting mix may change due to the change of the container dimension. Indeterminate tomatoes will grow almost indefinitely if not pruned or stopped by frost. The preparation of the soil for tomato plants is just as important as any other vegetable Refer to types of soil. Potting Size for Determinate Tomatoes The average height of determinate tomatoes around 24-48″. Tomatoes are extremely susceptible to disease. Growing tomatoes in sandy soil can be a bit difficult. When rainfall is inadequate, irrigate to 1/2 inch twice a week. Then Based on the plant’s height pick the right container size for your tomatoes. Based on our many years of experience growing thousands of tomatoes at a time, these are our top tomato growing tips. Food for thought? An even balance of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium is necessary for your tomato plants to produce lots of healthy fruit. 5. To help tomatoes grow properly through periods of drought, find few flat rocks and place the rocks one next to each plant. Water the flat in carefully (some gardeners soak the flat in a tray of water). Patio size The […], Your email address will not be published. Besides, during transplanting your tomato plants, you will also bring some soil that sticks to your plant roots. To identify your tomato plant height, see the seed packet instructions or tomato plant tags. everytime the plant gets wilty yr adding stress thus affecting its growing cycle. You can sign in to vote the answer. Long legged tomato plants fixed! This method may work best with a 6- to 10-inch seedling. In addition, your personal interest, plant demand, and trellis design also […], Tomato root rot problems are different from other tomato plant problems. Top 3 Best Soil for Tomatoes Reviews 1. They grow well in most Texas areas if planted in a well-drained soil. Place transplants deeper into the soil than they were in the pot, close to lower leaves. Supply the plants with fertilizer or compost every two weeks starting from the point when the tomato fruits are nearly about 1 inch in diameter. Tomatoes grow best in soils which have lots of organic matter. Support tomatoes by giving them a stake or cage to climb as they grow. If you do choose to grow your tomatoes in clay, it is suggested to grow them in raised beds or containers, so they are less affected by the negative side-effects of clay soil. Work it into the top 4-6 inches of soil. About 2 weeks after transplanting your tomatoes, the main stem will likely have grown at least a few inches taller, and additional foliage will have grown as well. Tomatoes are deep rooters and I always suggest digging down a foot or more when preparing a spot for them. Thoroughly prepare the soil by tilling or spading by hand. Plant the seedling in the pot and water generously. Besides, when you going to buy containers form gardening stores or online stores, you may find the same size of containers in different dimensions. It takes 6-8 weeks to grow a 4 to 6 inch transplant. Will tomatoes grow in 6 inches of soil? They can grow 6-18″ tall and need the comparatively smaller size of the container. It would be out of the question to dig up and move all these rocks so I'm putting dirt and topsoil on top of the rocks. See also: The 12 Best Fertilizer for Tomatoes – (2020 Reviews & Guide) The 10 Best Grow Bags for Tomatoes. When hilling your potato plants, wait until the potato plant is 6 inches (15 centimeters) tall. 6- Cover the Soil . Why It’s Hard to Grow Tomatoes in Clay Soil Knowing the soil depth required for the vegetables you want to grow is essential. . The rocks will prevent the evaporation of water from the soil. Ideally, as the vines are relatively weak, they should be supported by stakes or some kind of trellis. Besides some hobby gardeners also try potting tomatoes for new experiments and other purposes. He does this through blogging at ofags.com. Generally, for tomatoes to thrive, the night temperature has to be between 55℉ and 75℉. To grow great tomatoes with strong roots, you should plant them deep in the ground so that approximately two-thirds of the plant is buried and only the top of the plant is out of the ground. If you don’t have that much sun, consider planting in containers in a sunnier location. Actually 6" won't do it. • Amend your soil so it has a great amount of organic matter. Soil moisture controls the compression level of the soil into the pot. So, based on your plants’ height you may pick the following size of pots for your tomatoes. In fact, your hills may end up 12 inches (30 centimeters) above the surface of the soil! Rotating crops is a huge key to keep soil and plants healthy! Let’s get to it! You may find different types of planters in gardening stores. Tomato plants will grow well in well-drained sites that receive full sun for most of the day. 1 liquid gallon (U.S) = 4 liquid quarts (U.S), 4 dry quarts (U.S) = 1.16364 liquid gallon (U.S.), 1 dry quart (U.S.) = 1.10 dry liters (U.S.), 1 dry cubic foot = 28.32 dry liters (U.S.), 1 dry cubic foot = 25.71 dry quarts (U.S.), 1 liquid gallon (U.S.) = 3.4375 dry quarts (U.S.), 1 liquid gallon (U.S.) = 3.79 dry liters (U.S.), As well, 1 liquid gallon (U.S.) = 0.86 dry gallons (U.S.). How do you think about the answers? Fertilizing. 6 inches of soil over the rock and clay might do it, more would be better. If transplant is spindly, lay the lower part on its side beneath the soil. Light, water and nutrients are what tomatoes need. Tomatoes are versatile and will grow in many environments. There are more than one strain in this hybrid type, but the most common is Lycopersicon esculentum. Growing tomatoes in containers is a great option for anyone who doesn’t have a place for an in-ground garden, is concerned about what is in their soil or simply enjoys the look and convenience of having tomatoes on the porch or patio. If tomato plants are grown in 6" of soil, will the roots spread out horizontally? If you plant one indeterminate type of tomatoes per square foot, it will grow in 6 inches of soil. Drive them one foot into the soil about 4 to 6 inches from the plant soon after transplanting. The second technique is digging a trench and laying the seedling on its side. You can use materials such as compost, leaves or rotted hay. 6 Best Soil for Succulents – (2020 Reviews & Guide) Garden compost is generally slightly alkaline and therefore counters this natural reduction of the pH level. They need comparatively larger containers than other tomato varieties. This helps them develop more roots and grow into robust seedlings. Check out the link below and have a look around the blog. However, optimally they like a moist, tilled, well-composted soil. The first step in learning how to grow tomatoes is preparing your soil. To double-dig soil, insert a shovel or spade the full length of its blade, usually 8 to 12 inches. So, this is a little bit difficult to find out the actual reason behind the problems because the symptoms are often not directly visible. HOW TO GROW TOMATOES FROM A SEEDLING Growing tomatoes is a simple and rewarding task, and more people should be growing them. For anchoring the plants from the wind, soil will come in handy, but if they have everything else they need, shallow soil will still work. So, after considering the above issues I can give you an approximate idea that how much potting soil you should need to fill up your desire container. Water once a week, maintaining the 6 inches of moisture in the soil. 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http://www.ourcastlehomes.com/make-your-vegetation-grow-better/ | 2018-07-17T07:51:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589618.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20180717070721-20180717090721-00229.warc.gz | 0.970108 | 611 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__14373637 | en | If you want to make the garden of your house look great then you should do something about the arrangement and the condition of the plants that you have. Make sure that each of your plants have their own place and that they could have access to things that they essentially need. Basically, you have to supply your greens with water, sunlight and nutrients. Aside from that, you have to make sure that none of them overlap each other too. Not only would you be able to have a great-looking type of garden when you’d consider the things mentioned but also make your plot productive. You really have to spend some of your time and money so you’d be able to do something about your garden’s condition. If you’re interested to help yourself improve your plot, please read on for some practical things that you may want to take into consideration.
Basically, to provide water to your plants, you should set up an irrigation system for your plot. Instead of gathering water in containers and then manually distributing what you collected individually, you should just set up a drip or sprinkler irrigation system. For either you have to purchase a couple of hoses and then connectors that could attach each. Also, you have to get a couple of stakes and clips for tubes so that they won’t be moved easily when water passes through them. Go for the drip type if you wish to set up a system that would let you thoroughly water the roots of your plants and also make sure that airborne elements don’t contaminate your vegetations. For this, you may need a Soaker Hose. That’s because the aforementioned tube is one that has holes on the side. To water plants that are grouped together, though, you should get some dripper spikes as well. On the other hand, if you’re planning on watering a large area, you should definitely try the sprinkler system that utilizes sprinklers to spray water to plants. For this approach, you may have to buy not only hoses but also sprinklers that could shoot up water into the air and then water greens adequately. Still, because you may not have the time or the right skills to supply your plants with sufficient amounts of water regularly, you should also get a couple of water timers where you could link tubes. Having a water timer can also help you schedule your watering of plants and properly distribute water to them.
Because you need to make your plants become stronger or fatter, you have to provide them with sufficient amounts of fertilizers as well. You could get sacks of compost and then place some directly underneath your plants. However, if you could, you should try to mix the fertilizer that you have with the soil where your vegetations are on. Buy a spade that you could use to make mix things with or turn your soil. Nutrients and hydration aside, though, you have to make an effort to expose your greens to sunlight because – for them to survive – they need to do photosynthesis. | agronomy |
https://moneymakingcrew.com/microgreen-business-ultimate-guide/ | 2024-03-03T02:38:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476180.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303011622-20240303041622-00240.warc.gz | 0.938242 | 1,564 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__164136033 | en | Microgreen business is a very flexible and lucrative business you can do full time or part-time. This business involves the growing, harvesting, and selling of microgreen plants. This plant is harvested young and has a sweet-smelling aroma. It is useful to chefs as a decorative piece of food.
This is a profitable business. And in this article, everything you need to know about microgreen business plan and how to start one.
What is a microgreen?
A microgreen is a plant that is harvested just after germinating and just as the first real leaf appears. They are harvested early and are small in size with a sweet-smelling flavor plus they are filled with nutrients. Chefs use it to dress and decorate the food they serve in restaurants. Microgreens have many health benefits and can make a lot of profit when sold.
Benefits of starting a microgreen business:
- Starting a microgreen business has many advantages, and below are some of them.
- It is affordable to start. You can start a microgreen business with $1,000 or less.
- The microgreen plants have a long shelf life which is great for business.
- You make a quick profit from the microgreen business because the microgreen plant can grow fast and this keeps the business busy. Plus your money is never tied up for long.
- The profit margin in a microgreens business is high. Once you get started and get all the reusable equipment together, the maintenance is cheap.
- Many people demand microgreens daily, so it is easy to find customers.
- You don’t need to be a professional farmer to start this business.
How much does it cost to start a microgreen business?
Starting a microgreens business is not very expensive. You can start a microgreens business with a minimum of $300. It all depends on you and how big you want your business to be. Below is the breakdown into fixed costs, variable costs, and other supplies.
Fixed costs have to do with equipment used for microgreen businesses that have a fixed tag. Equipment like trays and lighting solutions. For this business, you will need a minimum of 10 trays and one T5 growing light every 10 days.
- A Tray costs about $20 ( you need to buy 10 trays for this business and a trays costs You’ll need to buy $2 per each.)
- Lighting costs about $50 ( you need one light for each of the ten trays. A T5 growing light is good for growing 10 trays at the same time.)
For variable costs, you will need seeds, growing mats, and packaging.
There are varieties of microgreen plants that you can grow for your microgreen business. Each variety has its peculiar price but, an ounce of seeds can cost a minimum of $5. The number of seeds you need will vary for each tray. The average per tray is one ounce.
So, if you are starting your microgreen business with 10 trays then you will spend $50 on seeds. That is if an ounce of seed is $5. Note that, the type of seed you use will determine the price. Make sure that you consider the type of microgreen seed you are using.
- Growing mats
You will also need a growing mat if you don’t want to use soil. Growing mats makes it easy for you to plant in a non-messy way. Every tray you will use will need a growing mat. A growing mat costs about $2.
This is an important aspect of the microgreen business. You need to package your produce properly. If you want to start selling your microgreens to restaurants, grocery stores, and others alike, you need packaging. This will make your business looks professional and also put together.
A packaging box can cost around $0.50 per box. You can get as many as you want from Amazon, and other places they are sold. Packing boxes are affordable.
Other Supplies you will need fit for a microgreen business Plan:
Below are other things you will need when starting your microgreens business.
You can use a scale to measure microgreens before you package and sell them. You don’t need anything expensive. A regular scale will do.
- Spray Bottle
A spray bottle will come on handy for your business. Use it to keep your plants hydrated and prevent sudden death during the germination period.
- Small Fan
A small fan is essential if you are growing your microgreens indoors. It helps to keep your crop ventilated and stop mold from forming.
This particular tiler is to help you turn off and turn on your lighting gadgets as at when due.
- Watering Can
A watering can is a must-have for your microgreen business. You can get it for cheap from local stores. Your microgreen needs to be watered.
- Sharp Scissors / Knife
This will come in handy when you need to harvest your microgreens. Invest in a sharp knife or scissors. Never use a dull blade when harvesting your microgreens.
How much can you make from the microgreen business?
You can make roughly $600 – $1000 weekly selling your Microgreens to restaurants and individuals. There are so many factors that will affect your revenue for this business. Your marketing skills, gardening skills, customer service, restaurants, grocers, the network will determine how much money you will make from a microgreen business. The more you grow as a business the bigger your revenue.
Is Microgreen Business Seasonal?
No. the Microgreen business is not seasonal. You can grow them indoors or outdoors under the shade all year round.
How to start a microgreen business ( The Business Plan)
Below are the steps you should follow to start a microgreens business.
You need to research
The first thing you need to do when preparing to start a microgreen business is research. Take your time and read books, watch videos, attend classes that will teach you the best way to start the business.
Study your market
The next step after researching the business is to do a market analysis. Make sure that you have a market to sell to. You can ask friends and family if they are interested in purchasing your product. Also, ask a few restaurants, grocery stores, or anywhere your produce wi be required.
Get a Growing Space
Before purchasing any type of equipment, please get a space to grow your microgreens. You can use a warehouse, basement, garage, shed, and any big space you can afford.
The bigger space you have for growing your produce the better. You can start with free space or somewhere in your home before expanding into a rented space, once you have a good idea of the business.
Set up everything you need
You need to set up every piece of equipment you need for your business. Get everything in order. Things like trays, growing mats, spray bottles, watering cans, lights, and seeds amongst others.
Once you are set up and your microgreens harvested you can start selling to restaurants, individuals, grocery stores, or at the farmers market. Also, consider your water and electricity source before starting this business. There are essential to the progress of your business.
Microgreens are small-sized plants that are packed with nutrients and are profitable in the market. Starting a microgreens business is easy and affordable. We hope that this guide has helped you understand the business of microgreens. | agronomy |
https://maddening.livejournal.com/490077.html | 2021-10-21T01:47:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585380.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20211021005314-20211021035314-00570.warc.gz | 0.96595 | 124 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__80013779 | en | Silver queen corn, some of those red tomatoes that are just *huge*, green tomatoes (because I like them fried, and yes, I liked them fried *before* that movie, thankyouverymuch), peaches, okra and some really big sweet bluberries.
What I didn't get that I've been really wanting is blackberries. I want some fresh blackberries a lot. But I want GOOD ones.
I just like the experience of heading out to the farmer's market and getting fresh produce. There is usually a huge difference in the quality. Fruit and veggies make me happy. | agronomy |
http://eatadickjoel.blogspot.com/2016/09/and-now-vinces-uncle-roberto-on-how-to.html | 2018-07-17T02:15:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589537.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20180717012034-20180717032034-00336.warc.gz | 0.914197 | 392 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__116947646 | en | Friday, September 9, 2016
And Now, Vince's Uncle Roberto On How To Plant Peppers
Planting peppers in your own garden is easy. Just follow these steps:
Step 1: Prepare the ground with a tiller or turning fork. Work a 3- to 5-inch layer of compost or other organic matter into the soil to a depth of 8 of 10 inches. Using your trowel, dig a planting hole just deep enough to cover the root-ball of the plant. Space holes 18 inches apart for most peppers; some of the larger bells may need 24 inches.
Step 2: Drench the biodegradable pot until it turns dark brown. Gently peel off the bottom of the pot so that the roots will be in direct contact with the soil.
Step 3: Set the plant in the hole so that the top of the root-ball is level with the ground surface. Do not plant deeply like tomatoes, or the plants may rot. Make sure to bury the top rim of the pot so that there is nothing to stick up above the ground after planting.
Step 4: Sprinkle plant food around the plant and in the soil that will go back into the hole. Whichever fertilizer you choose, be sure to follow label directions.
Step 5: Backfill the hole. When you are done, gently pat the soil around the roots to avoid air pockets, and water thoroughly. This is very important to help settle the soil and start the plant. If desired, add plant food to the water to give your plants a boost.
Step 6: Mulch with pine needles, straw, or compost to help keep moisture in the soil and prevent weeds.
And speaking of needles and weed, I have a strict policy about drug use in my limousine: IF I CAN'T SEE IT, I can't report it to the police. You hear me, kids? Ride smart. | agronomy |
https://cimo.ipb.pt/index.php?r=project/view&id=113 | 2023-12-08T10:05:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100739.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208081124-20231208111124-00708.warc.gz | 0.963377 | 308 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__65369078 | en | The UBOMAL - Association of Women of Suzana (São Domingos sector in Cacheu region of Guinea-Bissau), made up of 112 members, united by the common goal of improving the living conditions of their families and the community, is the driving Association and co-applicant in this action. Headquartered in Suzana, this association developed with the ONG VIDA (as an informal group of women) over the past 11 years, a number of community development activities related to the community, maternal and child health, water and sanitation. It consists of a set of people who live and share the same values and the same ideal of promoting the development based on the balance between man and nature, not just on economic growth. The UBOMAL Association over the years has shown not only a strong dedication and commitment to women's of Suzana village, as always encouraged, participated and streamlined activities that could support the development of women in neighboring villages spread throughout the São Domingos sector.
Specific results to be achieved with the development of activities proposed in the action plan will respond in an integrated manner to a set of identified problems and constraints that are linked together. The extreme poverty in which many families live, the low technical training for farmers, the absence of a value chain developed for the marketing of agricultural products and the lack of technical support for agricultural extension and agricultural research directed to the needs of the women farmers, are structural problems that impede their development, as well as their families and communities. | agronomy |
https://blog.ldodds.com/2021/12/09/garden-retro-2021/ | 2023-03-23T04:04:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296944996.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20230323034459-20230323064459-00081.warc.gz | 0.958063 | 1,174 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__180215436 | en | Last year I did some end of year reflection on my attempts to grow vegetables. Despite having done it for quick a few years now, it was a useful exercise that helped me plan for this year.
So I’m doing it again.
What did I set out to do this year?
Looking back at my 2020 post, I wanted to:
- Get a greenhouse, to help me grow some tomatoes, chillies and peppers. And to help acclimatise the seedlings
- Avoid rushing to get the seedlings out too early, as I keep losing plants
- Apply slug killer more often
- Thin seedlings more regularly
- Water more regularly
- Rotate plants through beds
- Expand the growing area
- Add more compost bins
- Look at companion planting
I did some, but not all of these.
What changes did I make?
So what changes did I actually make?
- I expanded the available growing area by using a couple of steel raised beds, planting up more of the pots we had and buying 5 x 35 litre pots, and 4 smaller pots.
- Bought a tonne of earth to fill all the extra space
- I didn’t get a greenhouse. I decided there wasn’t enough space. Instead I got a small grow tunnel
- Used staggered planting of seeds to try and give a more continuous grow for some vegetables
- Dug the beds over earlier in the year and recovered them until I was ready to plant
- Used a riddle to remove more of the stones in the beds and to sieve my compost before digging in. This was fiddly, but satisfying
- Grew some new things
What did we grow?
The final list for this year was (new things in bold):
Basil, Blueberries, Butternut Squash, Carrots (2 varieties), Cucumber, Jalapeño, Lettuce (4 varieties), Peas, Mint, Potato, Radish, Shallots, Scotch Bonnets, Spinach, Spring Onion, Strawberries (4 varieties), Sweetcorn, Swiss Chard, Thyme, Tomatoes (2 varieties, a yellow tumbler and a plum)
Things I didn’t grow this year: Coriander, Pak Choi.
What went well?
Not a bad year overall, but things worth remembering:
- Spreading out the planting of the lettuce, spring onions, chard, carrots and peas helped extend the harvesting period. As did growing smaller sets across different beds, as there was less chance they’d all be damaged in one go
- Harvesting more regularly and storing stuff in the fridge
- The chillies were amazing. I’ve had mixed success in the past, but the grow tunnel and feeding them meant we got an amazing amount out of just 2 Jalapeño plants and a single Scotch Bonnet plant
- Swiss Chard was a revelation. Grows like a nutter, tastes delicious at whatever size you eat it. I was still harvesting it up until the end of November. This Swiss Chard curry with potato and lentils is great. This is going into our regular rotation.
- Washing and drying the potatoes and carrots, and storing them in a paper bag, meant we could keep them for much longer.
- The lettuce was delicious. Over the summer I’d pick a baby lettuce and add it to my sandwich every day
- Spring onions and shallots were very happy in pots
- The tumbling tomato plant just kept on fruiting, the plum tomatoes were delicious but didn’t crop that well.
What didn’t go so well?
- Only did one Nemaslug treatment so unsurprisingly I had a slug problem
- I lost plants again after we had another cold snap early on. All of my first batch of sweetcorn, squash and cucumber died overnight. Heartbreaking. The second crop just didn’t really kick into gear
- Peas didn’t grow so well
- Didn’t get a good radish crop this year. I think my seeds are either too old or I need to improve the soil. They’ve been consistently good previously
- WTF, strawberries?
- One of my new beds is more shaded, attracted more critters and didn’t crop so well. Need to plan for that next year
- No fruit off the blueberries, but I think that’s to be expected
- I lost a row of carrots because of not watering and weeding regularly. I find that I get into gardening early in the year, then when it gets hot I’m inclined to loaf around rather than labour in the heat.
What will I do differently?
- Actually rotate the crops next year
- Actually look at companion planting
- Look at ways to improve the soil. I’m digging in my compost, but maybe I need to consider other options?
- I’ve got wooden raised beds. They’ve started to rot through, so I need to change them out. Need to decide whether to get wooden beds or something else.
- Grow more chillies instead of strawberries
- Not get distracted by bees.
Having the space to grow vegetables is a privilege and I’m very glad and very lucky to have the opportunity.
Gardening can be time consuming and frustrating, but I love being able to cook with what I’ve grown myself. Getting out into the garden, doing something physical, seeing things grown is also a nice balm given everything else that is going on.
Looking forward to next year. | agronomy |
http://hhlawncare.com/about-us/ | 2020-12-03T00:13:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141717601.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20201203000447-20201203030447-00323.warc.gz | 0.924627 | 216 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__173275767 | en | Teodoro Torres, Irrigation & Agronomics Manager
“Teo” has over 10 years of commercial irrigation troubleshooting and agronomic service experience and management. He is the company safety coordinator and is certified in 2 wire irrigation design, installation, and troubleshooting. He is a graduate of ACPR in Puerto Rico.
Reggie Pinard, Vice President – Operations
With over 12 years of horticultural experience, Reggie leads the landscape operations at Helping Hand Lawn Care. He holds the Certified Pest Control Operator’s License with the State of Florida and is a member of the Florida Turf Grass Association and the Florida Pest Management Association.
Norm Ripper, President
Norm is the President and Founder of Helping Hand Lawn Care. A veteran of the US Military, he has over 19 years experience in the commercial grounds management industry. In addition to being a certified Arborist, he also holds certifications with Rainbird, The Florida Nursery Growers Association, and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration OSHA. | agronomy |
https://bhuwanaubudhotel.com/about-bhuwana-ubud-hotel/ | 2023-09-24T18:16:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506658.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924155422-20230924185422-00447.warc.gz | 0.932702 | 540 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__46546107 | en | According to ancient Hindu writings the word “Bhuwana” means Earth and, “Ubud” means medicine. Bhuwana ubud can thus be defined as medicines that are provided by the earth. Bhuwana Ubud is committed to the vision of serving as the preferred holistic holiday retreat: A destination that offers comfort and wellbeing to every guest and delivers this with warmth and sincerity. We proudly present a new concept in supporting a healthy lifestyle, through combining our hospitality business with farming and food production.
Located in the enchanting Pengosekan region of Ubud, the Bhuwana Ubud Hotel and Wellness center provides plush accommodation in 40 distinguished Deluxe Rooms, surrounded by tropical gardens. The green and golden rice fields, palm trees and soothing sound of flowing waters, make this location truly unforgettable.Starting with the lush green surroundings that greet visitors upon arrival, through our activities in farming and food production, which incorporate advanced, futuristic concepts such as aquaponics and organic farming, we provide an atmosphere that is the unique product of that perfect combination of nature, culture and hospitality. Our farming concept provides our guests with the experience of tasting healthy, organic food, harvested directly from our organic garden and served fresh to your plate.
Consistent with our vision of Bhuwana Ubud as a wellness centre, we maintain a ‘Healthy Lifestyle’ policy and provide guests with a non-smoking and alcohol-free environment. In pursuance of our goal of promoting a healthy lifestyle, we offer diverse programs and activities, tailored to your needs and desires. Our packages include the following: Rejuvenate Body and Mind, Marriage Relationship, Nature Trekking, Yoga and Meditation retreats, and, Healthy Cooking and Juicing classes.
Rooted in the local wisdom of Tri Hita Karana, our farming concept has yielded multiple benefits, as we not only provide guests with healthy food and a healthy environment, but also make a positive contribution towards sustainable tourism and agriculture. In the simplest of terms, sustainable tourism & agriculture is the production of food, using farming techniques that protect the environment, public health, human communities, and animal welfare. Sustainable agriculture integrates three main goals — environmental health, economic profitability, and social and economic equity.
We warmly invite our world travellers to share in, and to be inspired by, our ideas of responsible and sustainable tourism. A holiday at Bhuwana Ubud helps you appreciate nature and surroundings in a way as you have never done before, while providing you with relaxation, a deeper knowledge, and memories that you will cherish forever.
Bhuwana Ubud, An Inspiring Place for A Better Life. | agronomy |
http://uhsbagalkot.edu.in/hrs_ullal.aspx | 2014-10-22T22:21:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413507447660.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017005727-00326-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.913562 | 1,256 | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-42__0__60722532 | en | Horticulture Research Station, ULLAL
The Horticultural Research Station, Ullal was established in 1953 by the Government of Madras with the assistance of ICAR. On re-organisation of states, the Research station was merged with the Govt. of Karnataka. During the year 1965, the Research station was brought under the control of University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore and later during April, 2009 it was transferred to University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot.
The Research Station is located at a distance of 10km south of Mangalore on the way to Kasargod (NH-17) (Plate – 16). The altitude of the Research station is 15M above Mean sea level with a latitude of 130 N and longitude of 750 E. The research station is having 14.1 ha area. The soil type is typical laterite of the west coast with patches of red sandy laom. The terrain is mostly undulating with a gradient of 4 to 15 per cent. The soils are very shallow, low to medium in fertility, acidic in nature with a pH range of 5.4 to 5.8.
- Crop improvement
- Crop production and protection
- Transfer of technology
- Large scale multiplication of elite clones of cashew for supply to the farmers.
- Released five cashew varieties namely Ullal-1, Ullal-2, Ullal-3, Ullal-4 and UN-50
- 50 for general cultivation in the State (Pictures – 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5).
- Standardised the technique of rejuvenating uneconomical cashew plantations through top-working for higher yields.
- Standardised the season and methods of vegetative propagation techniques for large-scale multiplication in cashew, especially by air layering, softwood grafting and in-situ grafting methods.
- The optimum manurial requirement, time and method of application for cashew plantations of different age groups were worked out and recommended to the growers.
- Effective plant protection schedule for control of major pests, especially for tea mosquito and stem and root borer is being worked out and recommended from time to time to the cashew farmers.
- Establishment and management of scion banks/bud wood nurseries for large-scale production of scion materials for grafting have been standardised.
- Foliar applications of 2% Urea and 1% DAP along with the insecticides (0.05% Endosulfan) during flushing, flowering and fruit set stage found to increase nut yield per tree in cashew.
- Pruning of dead wood and criss-cross branches once in 2 years in old cashew plantations improved not only the nut yield per tree but also helped in keeping the plantation hygiene.
- Mulching around young cashew plants with 7.5 cm thickness Coir-pith was found to be very effective in reducing weed growth and conserving soil moisture.
- Foliar application of growth regulators (2,4-D, NAA and Ethrel) at lower concentrations (5, 25 and 50 ppm, respectively) were found to be very effective in increasing hermaphrodite flowers, fruit set and nut yield per tree in cashew.
- Application of bio-fertilizers (Azospirillum, Azotobacter and VA-Mycorrhiza) @ 10 g/ poly bag at the time of sowing cashew nuts, improved percentage germination, plant growth and reduced the incidence of nursery diseases.
- Significantly higher nut yields and scions were produced in fertigated cashew plants over conventional method of application of fertilizers with or without drip system of irrigation.
- Low cost poly houses constructed with locally available materials and covered with UV stabilized sheets served the purpose of raising of cashew seedlings and production of grafts through out the year with higher success rate.
- Quantified the cashew leaf litter available under different age group of cashew plantations and standardised the decomposition methods using microbial cultures.
- Growing Black Pepper as a mixed crop in old cashew plantations was found to be feasible for additional returns.
- Identified promising Sweet Potato (C-43,S-1010 and X-108-1) and Cassava (H-2304 and S-856) cultivars suitable for coastal conditions.
- Optimum manurial schedule and optimum stage of harvest for obtaining quality (marketable) tubers in Sweet Potato and Cassava crop under Coastal conditions were standardised.
- Raising of in vitro cashew seedlings on large scale was standardised under the laboratory conditions on MS medium supplemented with NAA 2.0 mg/l. Shoot tips from in vitro seedlings could also be rooted to the extent of 65% on B5 medium with NAA 5 mg/l or MS medium with NAA 2 mg/l + BAP 10 mg/l to the extent of 65%.
- Micro propagation techniques in Kadali variety of banana was standardised for large-scale production of tissue cultured plants. The protocol for the same is available.
- Embryo culture and shoot tip multiplication in Udupi Mallige was standardised.
- Production of tissue culture plants in Soundharya (Delhi Crossandra) a triploid cv. of Crossandra was standardised. The complete protocol including the hardening technique has been developed.
- High rate of shoot multiplication from cormel tip cultures in gladiolus cultivars 'Jester' and White Friendship' have been standardised.
Picture – 1. Ullal – 1 Cashew variety
Picture – 2. Ullal – 2 Cashew variety
Picture – 3. Ullal – 3 Cashew variety
Picture – 4. Ullal – 4 Cashew variety
Picture – 5. Ullal – 5 Cashew variety
|Horticulture Research Station ||Head||Drawing Officer/ Farm Superintendent|
|HRS, Mudigere||Dr. J. Venkatesh| | agronomy |
https://fishersloft.com/the-inn/gardens-and-greenhouse/ | 2024-02-26T03:29:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474650.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226030734-20240226060734-00886.warc.gz | 0.961645 | 468 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__181256186 | en | In season, salads, vegetables and fruit served in our dining room come from our gardens and greenhouse. We have over an acre under cultivation. During your stay, please feel free to walk around and enjoy the gardens and greenhouse.
As appeared in Canadian Gardening magazine in early summer 2011. Text by Suzanne Moutis, with photography by Donna Griffith. To view the full article and photos click here.
Many of us contemplate a hotel stay in terms of breakfast in bed and lounging around the pool. Few of us imagine it in terms of thinking that you’ve never been anywhere quite as special, or felt quite as much at home.
That feeling, however, is exactly what you get when your feet are planted on the ancient soil of the kitchen garden at Fishers’ Loft Inn in Port Rexton, Newfoundland, a three-hour drive north of St. John’s. For John and Peggy Fisher, who own and run the inn with their sons Luke and Gabe, the garden that supplies the kitchen is a necessary element and a natural extension of the space they’ve cultivated since 1997. This fertile patch is also a highlight for visitors, who are encouraged to linger. Inspired by a visit to the kitchen gardens at the Fortress of Louisbourg in Cape Breton, the garden was started about 10 years ago and has since doubled in size. “The French make so much more of the rituals of harvesting, food preparation and dining,” says John. “They celebrate every part of the process, and we learned from them.”
Gardening in Newfoundland is not without its challenges, but the rewards at Fishers’ Loft are rich. Paths meander among curved beds filled with lettuce, garlic, strawberries, beets and other essentials that grace the dishes of the hotel’s restaurant each day, while tender tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and basil reside in the greenhouse built in 2009. The garden thrives thanks to the careful handling of Gabe, who oversees it, much to the benefit of the guests of the inn, who dine on fresh, simple fare like partridgeberry French toast, carrot soup and locally sourced fish. It’s an elemental way of life, but one that remains vital to putting down roots on the Rock. | agronomy |
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https://authenticamalficoast.it/en/story/harvest-time-on-the-amalfi-coast/ | 2023-09-30T12:20:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510676.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930113949-20230930143949-00111.warc.gz | 0.960826 | 2,762 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__270501209 | en | An ancient rite behind long-standing peasant traditions. On the Amalfi Coast, the grape harvest brings families and all residents together.
December 3rd, 2020. By Anna Volpicelli, photos by Salvatore Guadagno
The taste of the earth, the sensation of touching its fruits with one’s hands. The feeling of smelling its living scent, with its bouquet of olfactory nuances, freshness, and genuineness.
People who work in the fields know how important waiting time is. They have learned to listen and cultivate the patience that Mother Nature teaches. They have been educated to understand her language, go along with her rhythms gently and respectfully, and juggle the weather conditions beyond any control. Still, above all, they have cultivated a deep gratitude for her gifts, which are celebrated as a time of celebration.
It is the grape harvest, an annual event linked to work in the vineyard, but also a ritual embedded in the agricultural traditions of the Amalfi Coast, which carries with it great historical, anthropological, and social value, as well as in-depth knowledge of its territory.
From generation to generation
It is one of the oldest agricultural traditions that, over time, have been handed down from generation to generation through precise working methods and peasant wisdom. Of course, over the years, technology has evolved, speeding up and facilitating some processes. What has remained unchanged is the intimate and profound relationship with the land, the manual dexterity of harvesting, and, above all, its strong power of aggregation.
“Harvest time for us is a celebration in which my whole family is involved, plus my three workers. It is a time of aggregation, where we celebrate being together, where we pick grapes wrapped in the warmth of the sun, where we share food and drink, especially wine,” Luigi Reale, owner of the Reale Andrea farm in the village of Gete, one of the thirteen villages in the municipality of Tramonti, tells us.
A special vintage
Beginning in late September and ending in early November, the 2020 vintage was unique in weather conditions, with long periods of rain and the circumstances imposed by the pandemic. “This year,” Reale continues, “was a special vintage. We focused more on quality instead of quantity.”
Luigi Reale, his wife, his son Andrea, and his brothers Gaetano and Emanuele are all involved in the family business, including the land, a restaurant, and a small bed and breakfast. The farm sits on 3 1/2 hectares of land, including vineyards and olive and lemon groves.
Specializing in organic farming, every treatment is done naturally, without damaging or altering the essence of the harvested fruits. Four labels are produced each year, including the white Aliseo, whose grapes are gathered on the hills of Tramonti, in two centuries-old vines, binacazita, and biancolella “are typical vines of the Amalfi Coast, which produce DOC wines with the sub-category of the Tramonti area.”
On the Coast, wines are conceived more in Tramonti, Furore, and Ravello, resulting in unique bottles. “Getis, our rosé, which won the 2014 Wine Oscar, comes from a vineyard 500 meters above sea level. We produce about 5 thousand bottles, characterized by 80 percent per’e’palummo and 20 percent dyer. Usually, this type of wine harvest is done in mid-October.”
The flavor of contemplation
The real flagship of the winery is Borgo di Gete, a pure dyer, IGT colle di Salerno, which originates in that handkerchief of land surrounded by the beauty of the Lattari Mountains in the municipality of Tramonti. This type is part of the area’s indigenous vineyards planted free-range in the early 1900s. “It is a selection we make in our vineyard, including the oldest vines in the area, which range from 100 to 150 years old.”
This important red comes from a long process that includes 15 days of fermentation, 24 months of aging in the barrique, and 24 months in the bottle. It has limited production of about 2,000 bottles a year. “It is a meditation wine, where you savor the history of a long farming tradition, which leaves in your mouth the taste of the memory of a strong emotion, which should be savored slowly. It is a complex wine that goes well with meat or cheese dishes, such as pecorino.”
Cardamone red comes from a district in the hamlet of Gete, famous for growing vines since the time of the Maritime Republic, cultivated using the traditional ray system. “It is a wine with an intense color with violet reflections that has long aging periods, 80 percent in steel and 20 percent in wood.” And this blood of the earth is mainly consumed to celebrate the harvest season. “During the harvest, I prepare baskets to take to the fields, where I put sandwiches in bulk, a spicy provolone cheese typical of the area, and a bottle of Cardamone, which is then divided among all of us.”
The excitement of the cellar
Having passed the moment of joy at the end of the Harvest, we enter one of the most delicate moments of the harvest season: cellar time. “Wine has the same expectations and requires the same care as the birth of a child. When the grapes arrive at the winery, it is an anxious time for me because I have a series of babies to care for. Wine is a living body; losing control in these ten days risks the whole vintage. At this time, I even wake up at night to go down to the cellar to check the temperature. And the same happens with bottling. If you get something wrong, you can’t correct anything anymore because the cork has been closed.”
An emotion of solid joy repays a long and longed-for wait celebrated at the table. “When everything is over, I gather my family and workers for a big lunch. We prepare a plate of casatielli and potatoes as they used to, with a three-hour cooking time, enriched by a finish of smoked provolone cheese. We usually serve sausage and broccoli for the second course, followed by a dessert. A good red wine always accompanies all this.”
The winery also organizes wine tourism activities characterized by wine tours. Participants are greeted at the winery with a glass of wine and then taken on a tour to discover the indigenous free-range vines, continuing to the Rock Chapel, located 100 meters away from the winery and dating back to the 13th century.
The tour ends with an extensive lunch where they are made to taste along with the wine and typical local products. “Given the ongoing pandemic, fewer foreigners and more Italians participated in our wine tours this year. They were good moments to introduce Italians to the wonders of this territory.”
The choral wine of Furore
From Tramonti, we move to Furore, where the grape harvest has an ancient flavor. “Harvest time involves a large part of the population of Furore,” Andrea Ferraioli, founder of the prestigious Cantine Marisa Cuomo, tells us. “At this time of year, there is an increase in employment because everyone participates. We directly involve 121 families.”
Considering the village has just over 600 residents, it is a high figure. “It is a tradition that has been perpetuated for centuries, which today is also experienced as a celebration because people can spend time together in the vineyards. Of course, you work hard, but the fresh air you breathe, the sun’s warmth that warms the spirits, and the joy of together repaying the effort.”
The winery owns vineyards in Furor and 13 municipalities along the Coast. A territory that is spread over 40 hectares of vineyards. The work of Ferraioli and his wife, Marisa Cuomo, is yet related to wine production but also the restoration of mostly abandoned land.
“We recover these lands, clean them up, save them, and bring them back to life. Our reach, however, is not limited only to the vineyards because we also recover and fix the neighboring lands, which are about 20 meters away from the vineyards. And this is a real land preservation operation because fires, which are typical, especially in summer periods, do not find land to burn and stop. And the vineyards are not affected. Our work positively impacts the coastal landscape and the life and economy of the local farmer.“
The female entrepreneurship
Cantine Marisa Cuomo was born in the early 1980s as a wedding gift from Andrea to his wife, Marisa. “It was a surprise for everyone, not only for my wife. My gesture of love opened the door to innovation in viticulture, pioneering female entrepreneurship in the sector,” he tells us. “Marisa is a strong woman not only physically but also mentally. I always say that she carries the company’s name and cross. She has done a job that few men have been able to do.”
An extreme territory
Ferraioli defines the territory of the Amalfi Coast, especially the Furore area, as a territory of survival where the farmer made it all up. In the 6th century, farmers began to build the first terraces. Later they built vines on the rock walls. “Thanks to their work, today we find ourselves with many vines that come out of the rock, called walls, and rest on these structures made with chestnut poles, according to the pergola training system, which supports the vines.”
From an extreme territory came heroic wines recognized internationally for their quality. During the 50 days of harvesting, the people of Furore work on vertical lands, where entire families harvest the grapes, which they arrange in large baskets, which are then transported either by hand, along paths dotted with steep steps, or with animals, as happened in the past.
“The Harvest is tiring, and Andrea and I have always been there. It is a time of great anticipation, joy, and much anxiety,” Marisa Cuomo tells us, smiling. “Today, I mostly take care of the cellar”.
The rediscovery of native wines
From this passion, three brands, Doc Costa D’Amalfi, Marisa Cuomo and Fiorduva, were born, resulting in nine bottles, Costa D’Amalfi Rosato, Rosso and Bianco, Furore Bianco and Rosso, Ravello Bianco and Rosso Riserva, Furore Rosso Riserva, and Bianco Fiorduva. The Bianco Fiorduva has won many awards over the years, including the 2006 Oscar as the best Bianco d’Italia, “Tre Bicchieri” Gambero Rosso, Medaglia D’oro selezione del Sindaco, Città del Vino and Miglior Vino Bianco 2012, Gusto Cortina Wine & Food Festival award.
“When we began this adventure, I created a catalog field in which I surveyed all the types of grapes found in the Amalfi Coast territory. We rediscovered 28 types of white grapes and 14 types of red, which were then included in the 2001 specification. I firmly believe that today we must not run after the grape variety, but after the territorial heritage because this is the real wealth.”
A legacy of the Amalfitan territory that has been found in the difficulty of the area’s vertical structure, its source of success, and has been able to transform, thanks to the wisdom, passion, and foresight of those who live there, a challenge into a great opportunity.
The pride of their children
“We have always been linked to integrated viticulture, a type of vine cultivation aimed at the defense of grapes and plants for which a series of practices are applied to promote an optimal state of the crop.” Anchored in the rocky uniqueness of the Furore area, Ferraioli, together with Cuomo, have recreated the area’s natural landscape beauty in their winery. Carved into a rock, a row of barrels rest quietly protected by solid and silent walls. Some of them, the younger ones, have even been given grandchildren’s names.
“My grandchildren have written their names on the barriques with chalk; we are waiting to see how they will grow and mature. We are waiting to find out how they will taste,” Ferraioli says. And it is precisely this pride, born of deep rootedness to their territory imbued with notes of awareness of their strength and work, that has led to the Amalfi Coast being a Unesco heritage site and which has been able to innovate with intelligence and respect for ancient peasant traditions, including those of the grape harvest. | agronomy |
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