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http://gardeningfordinner.co.uk/?p=119&replytocom=12 | 2022-07-04T09:44:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104364750.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20220704080332-20220704110332-00367.warc.gz | 0.986057 | 289 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__110250819 | en | Has anyone tried this before? I’ve seen clips on Pinterest and Facebook about an easy and cheap way to propagate roses from supermarket bunches using a potato.
I think its to do with the starch in the potato that acts as a boost to the rose as it produces roots. Anyway, whilst I read more to learn the science, I thought I would give it a go. I have tried propagating from bought flowers before, but not to any great success. To be honest, I think if it was as easy as its made out to be, more of us would be doing it?
Anyway, I am prepared to do the experiment and feed back the results, but I would love to hear your views. Have you tried this, or something similar?
March 18th 2017.
Drilled a hole in a potato to about halfway. Chose a rose stem that was quite thick. It had been in water and rose food for a couple of days from the supermarket.
I cut the flower off and left two leaves, put it into the potato and put the whole lot into compost with some slow release food and have placed it in the greenhouse.
I’ll keep you updated…….
March 26th 2017
I took off one of the leaves as it was drying out and I didn’t want the rose to focus on the leaves rather than putting down roots. Otherwise it looks OK. | agronomy |
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Hoogte: 70 cm.
Winterhard in: zones 8-10 (0C)
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Zaai-instructies: Kiemt in 3-4 wk, 18-22C.
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Graceful annual for the border, producing delicate flowers and foliage, splendid for cut flowers. Can also be grown as flowering pot plants, grown in drifts or planted so as to cascade down steep banks or dry walls.
Height: 70 cm.
Hardy in: zones 8-10 (0C)
Sowing instructions: Sow early spring outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sow 3mm deep in rows 30cm apart. Germination usually takes approximately 21 days. An autumn sowing can be made for overwintering to produce earlier flowers and they can also be autumn sown and grown on in pots in a well ventilated cold greenhouse to produce spring flowering pot plants.
Planting instructions: prefers a sunny open site but will grow in most sites and soils | agronomy |
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https://seekadventuresblog.com/baker-seeds-and-pioneer-village/ | 2024-02-23T07:33:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474361.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223053503-20240223083503-00782.warc.gz | 0.959682 | 563 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__113732800 | en | Baker Creek Heirloom Seed company is based in Mansfield, Missouri and carries over 1,400 varieties of heirloom vegetable, herb and flower seeds, the largest selection in the United States. I have purchased all of my garden seed from Baker Creek for the last two years.
Why is buying heirloom seed important?
- History and Tradition – Many heirloom varieties are over a century old. Seeds are passed from generation to generation. You can eat a tomato that really does taste just like the one you ate out of your grandma’s garden when you were five.
- Variety – F1 Hybrid and GMO seeds are often sterile and must be “grown” in a lab. Because of this companies that deal with these types of seeds usually “perfect” several varieties. F1 Hybrid apple seeds are only available in a few varieties while there are over 10,000 different varieties of heirloom apple seeds available. Of course variety is not just limited to apples. Many heirloom plants are available in a host of varieties.
- Experimentation – Aren’t you curious to try some of those heirloom apples? Check out this Heirloom Apple Tree Farm in Hood, VA. The left side of the website lists hundreds of unusual apple varieties.
- Self-reliance and seed saving – Because most F1 and GMO varieties are sterile, saved seeds will often not produce fruit or will produce a fruit far inferior to the original product. Heirloom varieties have survived through the process of seed saving. Saving your own seeds can be very frugal and fun.
- Taste – Taste and heirloom tomato next to a store bought tomato and you will immediately know the difference.
- Health Reasons – although their are conflicting studies available, some scientist believe that GMO produce can cause organ damage and decrease liver and kidney function.
When Richie and I went to visit the Laura Ingalls Wilder Museums last month we decided to drive out to Baker Seed and Pioneer Village which is just 7 mile away. All I can say is WOW! Baker Seed is such a cool place. Just take a look at a few of these photos!
Not only do they have a HUGE store where they sell their seeds and gardening related merchandise but they also have a really cool Pioneer Village. The Village is complete with a garden, live animals in all varieties, demonstration areas, a general store and even a restaurant. We visited mid-week and it was pretty quiet but they have a Heritage Days Festival on the first Sunday of every month which looks to be something to see. They also have a Spring Planting Festival usually in May.
We really enjoyed Baker Seed and Pioneer Village but beware – they are CLOSED on Saturdays! | agronomy |
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Achieving a good looking lawn is the dream of every individual. The care given to lawn s should be of high quality to achieve the desired results. A lawn is regularly mowed to maintain the desired height of the grass. In other scenarios lawns may be used for grazing of livestock like cows, sheep and goats. When the grass mixed up, it should be planted in patches of uniformity or creating a certain pattern. One may be forced to look for lawn care services.
To start with one of the advantages of hiring the best lawn care services is preventing accidental damages. Lawn like any other part of the landscape may be exposed to the harsh condition causing damage. Good lawn care services entail of qualified personnel whose probability of making accidental damages is minimal. Damage on the lawn may take a long time to be rectified. A lawn owner may be looking forward to a certain design in their lawn.
Secondly, hiring the best lawn care services allows the lawn to get consistent care. A lawn dictates good care to turn out to the desired shape. The lawn like any other landscape elements require tender care. What one lawn needs may not be the need of another to get the best services rendered the problems of the specific lawn should be known. The lawn care service provider should be willing to care for the lawn without abandoning it. Hiring the best lawn care services allows the condition of the lawn to improve and remain in good shape.
Thirdly hiring the best lawn care services is beneficial as it reduces the amount of labor. The number of people requires d to shape a lawn into the desired shape may be large. Lawn care services have personnel who are trained to work under minimal supervision, the number of personnel required by a lawn service provider is small. The maintenance practices of the lawn are simplified by the service provider for the owner, and few things are left for the owner to do. Simplified work tends to motivate a lawn owner.
Last but not least by hiring the best lawn care services one gains value in their home and lawn. Lawn care services may be very expensive especially where major services are rendered. If a lawn is given consistent and appropriate care then the care given from time to time is affordable. If such expenses are reduced when an individual finds it easier to afford occasional lawn care services. Hiring the best lawn care services is beneficial and helpful to a lawn owner. | agronomy |
https://buticikixuheho.allianceimmobilier39.com/gari-processing-business-plan-12274tj.html | 2022-05-28T14:17:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652663016853.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20220528123744-20220528153744-00481.warc.gz | 0.944585 | 933 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__87183645 | en | After your initial purchase of the cassava stem cuttings, the best place to keep getting healthy cassava stem cuttings are on your own farm.
We also propose that they expand their production after one year and adopt a formidable marketing strategy that will involve export to European and American markets. In Progress Recruitment of employees: Four tons of cassava tubers produce one ton of gari.
Our Target Market The target market for garri is very huge as almost every home and everyone takes this product. Also, our sales strategies will be done in such a way as to ensure we penetrate the market, therefore creating a wider reach.
The client will take care of their accommodation, transportation, feeding etc. The full lists of the equipment are: The payment options that we intend to make available to our teeming customers include; Payment via Point of Sale POS Machine Payment via Cheques Payment via Bank Transfer Payment via Bank Draft Because we always have the convenience of our customers in mind, we have carefully chosen platforms with our ban which has a great reputation that will ensure that our products and services are paid for without stress to either us or our customers.
There are wide breeds of cassavas that you can grow. The sales forecast is based on information gathered from other already established business and start-ups both in the garri processing industry in Ijebu, Ogun State. The cost and source of quality garri processing machine and equipment needed for the commercial processing of garri.
See sample of other Business Plans and Feasibility Study we have written previously.
It will enable the rural folks to escape extreme poverty and ascend the ladder of economic growth. However, just like any business out there, we know that we have certain strengths that will ensure we become industry leaders, and several weaknesses that we would need to work on if we intend to become successful.
Even though almost everyone takes garri in one form or the other, we are still required to market our product so as to become a preferable brand to our customers, either existing or potential.
In Progress Creating Awareness for the business both online and around the community: However, since our intention is to start on with low costs when necessary, we intend to ensure that some of the equipment we would need to use are gotten at fairly used.
Nigeria is the world largest producer of Cassava. This will help decrease the costs that will be spent on transporting your necessary raw materials from a very far location. We know how important it is however for us to ensure that we are well known in Ijebu, Ogun State before spreading our wings and expanding to other states and invariably, the whole of Nigeria.
The major factors involved in selecting the right cassava breed to grow are: The conversion rate of tubers to processed gari is 4 tons of cassava tubers to 1 ton of gari.
Aside having the required start-up capital necessary to start the business, we know that if the above factors are correctly done, we will be successful at not only sustaining the business and also expanding the business in the long run as well.
The cassava processing business plan can be presented to any investor, bank loan or for a grant and it comes with a 3 years financial analysis. The complete cassava processing business plan is in Words Doc format and the financial analysis is in excel so that you can edit it to suit your taste.
Garri Processing Business Plan – SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGY Marketing Strategy and Sales Strategy Marketing is a very important aspect of any business, for without marketing a business can fail.
The company is seeking funding of N 3,(3 million naira) for immediate cultivation of the land, building and purchase of Cassava stems and other assets necessary for their Cassava cultivation and garri processing operation. A quick video showing the different stages of processing cassava into gari Interesting resources for the gari and cassava production business in Africa If your curiousity permits, the following resources will prove to be very useful if you would like to get more market information about the.
In most secondary schools where students live within the four walls of the institution, taking Garri with cold water is a delicacy as it is one of the known easiest ways through which students quench hunger. Modern garri processing is a sustainable intervention in poverty alleviation because of the abundant availability of the cassava tubers and the huge size of the garri market.
It will enable the rural folks to escape extreme poverty and ascend the ladder of economic growth.Gari processing business plan | agronomy |
https://platechjsc.com/ifs5p/page.php?page=is-field-bindweed-poisonous-d4d185 | 2021-07-27T11:36:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153391.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20210727103626-20210727133626-00562.warc.gz | 0.946639 | 6,163 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__21507731 | en | By the first quarter of the twentieth century, field bindweed was proclaimed the worst weed in California and many other Western states. Bindweed is in the morning glory family, Convolvulaceae, along with morning glories such as heavenly blue and scarlet o’hara and the sweet potato. It is especially poisonous in young horses. I am pleased to hear it is useful as a natural dye. The little flowers are attractive to a variety of local insects-- small native bees, honey bees, butterflies, moths--so the plants easily produce a lot of seeds. Field bindweed, field morning-glory, small bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis), blooming in East Grinstead – kaufen Sie dieses Foto und finden Sie ähnliche Bilder auf Adobe Stock Productivity of agricultural land may be reduced as much as 50%. Field bindweed also produces varying amounts of long-lived, durable seed that survives passing through the digestive tracts of various animals [57,104,111], and long periods of composting and ensilage [148,156] (see Discussion and Qualification of Fire Effect). I can glance at my flower beds at breakfast and see no bindweed, and about 10 am, be horrified to see a dozen little white flowers. Here's the article http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/nrcs144p2_053357.pdf. Healing can be realized with quick treatment in some cases. Generally I let one grow somewhere in my yard and weed out all the rest of the seedlings of that species. Coombes, A. J. However, I shall start ripping the blimmin' stuff up now. The vines of these plants typically climb and out-shade native species. Weed A plant growing where it is not desired. The flowers. There are no references indicating that the plant is poisonous to humans. Weed A plant out of place. Great article glad I read it before taking one home I found in a field. It is definitely bindweed, hedge (Calystegia sepium) rather than field that we have been eating for years, I have a couple jars of it in my fridge as we speak! Convolvulus arvensis var. So in the new environment, it is less troubled by pests and grows better than it did at home. Relevance. Productivity of agricultural land may be reduced as much as 50%. Weed A plant whose virtues have . The first report in Kansas was in 1877. Although it may have medicinal value, field bindweed is mildly toxic. For most of the next 100 years it was found here and there in North America but not seen as a problem. Mice fed bindweed exclusively died or were euthanized after 4-7 …. Eating quantities of the seeds causes nausea, digestive upset, hallucinations, blurred vision, mental … Rainbow Bridge. not yet been discovered. In this way bindweed is very like its relatives, the weedy morning glories (see. DG Hall of Fame. Join Yahoo Answers and get 100 points today. By the first quarter of the twentieth century, field bindweed was proclaimed the worst weed in California and many other Western states. Field bindweed is considered a relatively poor competitor for light, despite its climbing propensity. Over my years in Ladakh I've asked many people what wild plants they eat. What should I do about a store that delivered but didn't install a new gas stove? Field bindweed, creeping jenny, European bindweed, morningglory, perennialmorningglory, smallflowered morning glory Thanks jen1, nifty bit of research there! If you want to avoid using herbicides to control field bindweed, plan to pull out or plow up all the bindweed for three to five years, Hulting advises. Most projects last 3-10 years, most research laboratories change their focus every decade or so, and the working lives of botanists are 30-40 years. Giant knotweed (Polygonum sachalinense)-Exotic: Perennial No trial information available. arvensis.Leaves broader. Brad Parscale: Trump could have 'won by a landslide', Ex-NFL lineman unrecognizable following extreme weight loss, Watch: Extremely rare visitor spotted in Texas county, Baby born from 27-year-old frozen embryo is new record, Hiker recounts seeing monolith removed from desert, Hershey's Kisses’ classic Christmas ad gets a makeover, 'Retail apocalypse' will spread after gloomy holidays: Strategist, Comic: Secret Service called me after Trump joke. Field bindweed grows in very large numbers across the high plains of Colorado and adjacent states. How can you get rid of them!! Field bindweed more commonly known as wild morning glory is mildly toxic. Extension Weed Specialist. Field Bindweed is one of the most difficult to control weeds once it has invaded agricultural crops and landscapes. IHRA Showcase. There are two varieties: . ? This guidance sends the field bindweed plant growing up the rod instead of a fence or across the garden. Toxic Principle Tropane alkaloids (pseudotropine) with atropine like activity on the autonomic nervous system. But from your response I feel that there may be some controversy surrounding the plant and I really don’t know enough about it to be advocating its use, I guess I can take my own risks but obviously I don’t want to harm anyone else. Although it may have medicinal value, field bindweed is mildly toxic. Weed Any plant that someone. This species is native to continental Europe and Asia. Pulling off flowers stops seed production. Sue Palmer (nee Brown) Zoe Chipman . morningglory. originally published 1633. I minced & sautéed 4 onions & 4 bulbs of garlic. What makes this so difficult to control is its vigorous horizontal stems and root system. Small white flowers bloom on bindweed, and though the vine is pretty, it can easily take over your garden. See a list of noxious weeds by state here: ... All parts of the bindweed plant are poisonous. Legislated Because. Field bindweed prefers full sunlight and mesic to dry conditions. The flowers open as the morning warms up, wilt in the early afternoon. Weaver, S.E. Rosie Jones. This guidance sends the field bindweed plant growing up the rod instead of a fence or across the garden. Liz Pitman. Phytochemistry. Field bindweed is a non-native plant that spreads to smother or out-compete millions of acres of Kansas crops. (We don’t know a great deal about how long seeds can last because, to know that, someone had to set a large number of seeds on a laboratory shelf or, better, bury them in the ground. Not really of course but there IS a lot of it. It has the ability to form dense mats in agricultural areas smothering crops and clogging harvest machinery. But as for bindweed being harmless in the garden, I disagree, at least here. IHDGers Personal Charities and Missions … 2. Bindweed is the bane of gardeners along the Rocky Mountain Front Range, more than crab grass, more than dandelions. This twining perennial grows from creeping underground stems and is common in hedges and woods and along roadsides. USDA says cattle, goats and sheep can eat it, but not horses. Field bindweed is native around the Mediterranean but currently can be found all over the world, almost always as an unwelcome weed. Bindweed, also known as Wild Morning Glory, is a perennial vine that can be tough to remove. some of the suncream have a chemical called bynzene, or something like that, i have a neice who is allergic to it, and come out in blisters instantly and gpes into shock, bit i extreme , but it maybe the cream, but if they are eating the bindweed its more likely to br that isnt it,? Field bindweed, Convolvulus arvensis, is a native of Eurasia that first was documented in California in 1884 in San Diego. Intelligent Horsemanship. impressive potential for spreading and for reappearing on a site where has not been seen for years. Thanks for the wonderful article on bindweed. Hedge bindweed or bellbind (Calystegia sepium) with its pure white trumpet flowers is a familiar sight, choking plants in borders and twining around any plant shoot or cane. Field Bindweed Control in Field Crops and Fallow creeping, deep-A rooted perennial weed, field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis L.), is native to Europe and western Asia. "It is considered to be one of the most noxious weeds in the world because of its yield-robbing practices in crops such as wheat, potatoes and legumes (beans and peas)," he said. Bindweed, wild morning-glory • ID: Bindweed is an extremely persistent, invasive, perennial, noxious weed. The rhizomes have been found at least as deep as 23 inches (60 cm) below soil surface, which is why pulling up a piece, even a big piece, is unlikely to eradicate it. It also exposes lots of leaves to your weed killer. See, while it may look harmless with its little white trumpet flowers, bindweed grows aggressively. Noxious weed U.S. Weed Information; Convolvulus arvensis . Its large leaves are arrow-shaped with long stalks. During the 20th century, its abundance increased. Dictionary of plant names. Alkaloids found in field bindweed are mildly toxic to certain types of livestock and cause digestive disturbances. That is another reason why bindweed is unpopular along the Front Range. Overview Information Greater bindweed is a plant. smallflowered morning glory. Utah State University. It has poisonous seeds. Now my home REEKS, even though I opened windows, sprayed, & used fans. After considering letting them decorate the wood pile, I decided that they could grow throughout the rest of Colorado, but not in my yard. Field bindweed contains alkaloids that are mildly toxic to certain types of livestock and cause digestive disturbances. However, seeds are suspected of containing toxic and hallucinogenic substances. When a pasture is overrun by bindweed, there is danger that livestock, particularly horses, will eat enough to poison themselves. It is definitely bindweed, hedge (Calystegia sepium) rather than field that we have been eating for years, I have a couple jars of it in my fridge as we speak! Furthermore, there have been reports of the rootstocks poisoning swine. Its range tends to … Field Bindweed as far as I can tell can be found in every state in the continental United States and is often labeled as a noxious weed. Field bindweed is troublesome in many crops, but particularly difficult in potatoes, beans, and cereals. The herbal or general history of plants. Field bindweed is native to Eurasia and was most likely introduced to North America as a contaminant in crop seeds. bindweed is it poisonous? Field Bindweed is considered poisonous but it is considered as a low risk poison. Field bindweed is listed as one of the ten most serious weeds in the world. Get your answers by asking now. The vines, however, are not the means by which bindweed does most of its damage: it is a relatively poor competitor for light. The alkaloids are present in all parts of the plant. Visiting Northern California: Flowering Agaves! Quackgrass (Elytrigia repens) Photo: Quackgrass in strawberry garden. You don’t have to treat all bindweed infestations with kid gloves. Often when a plant reaches distant shores, it arrives without the insects, fungi, bacteria and viruses that traditionally ate it. For example, Field Bindweed is considered a noxious weed. Bindweed doesn't grow well in shade. When skin is in constant contact with the plant it can penetrate through open skin pores. what kind of poison does it have and how would it effect animals that eat it? PLEASE NOTE: A coloured Province or State means this species occurs somewhere in that Province/State. Works at a residential alternative high … No bindweed flowers are allowed to produce seeds in my yard. By 1900 it was in all the western states of the U.S. and across Canada. Alkaloids found in field bindweed are mildly toxic to certain types of livestock (e.g., pigs and horses) and can cause digestive disturbances. It has poisonous seeds. I would be grateful for any advice on this. I want to believe that I have made some progress. Much like pole beans, bindweed's stems rotate in a circular pattern until they attach to a solid structure (fence posts, other plants). Origin. Field bindweed is a hardy perennial with arrow-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers (28). You might keep your pasture grasses tall to inhibit the bindweed. Its highly toxic to Dogs and mixes in with grass and shrubs etc. The leaves are alternate on the stem, triangular to arrowhead-shaped with smooth margins, and vary from 2-5 cm in length. Field Bindweed. Rotations of tall, shade-producing crops can reduce bindweed problems since the weed is not very competitive under shady conditions. It is despised by most gardeners, but hallowed by me as an amazing medicinal herb not to be underestimated or so readily destroyed as is most often the case. For many plants, a few more seeds per year surviving to grow into plants takes them from common to irritatingly common. One possible correction. 1 decade ago. Family. The taproot sends out other roots (called rhizomes) at or below the soil surface. Photographic Location: Along a railroad in Urbana, Illinois. Field bindweed spread westward across the 1800s, probably moving with settlement. During the 20th century, its abundance increased. Free to relocate ANYWHERE in the US, where should I go? They easily run six feet (2 meters)--under rocks or logs or ground cover fabric. C. arvensis is native to continental Europe and Asia. It's easier penetrated when one is sweaty and the skin pores are open more widely. Demelza Franssen. I wage a war against bindweed all summer, every summer. According to : http://www.wildflowers-and-weeds.com/weedsinfo/Convolvulus_arvensis.htmHowever, I don't think they have a source for that section so I'm not sure. Hedge bindweed is often confused with the field bindweed, or Convolvulus arvensis. Poisonous weeds in Arizona were not considered a problem with only minor occurrences of Silverleaf nightshade ... (Lepidium latifolium) and field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) are the major perennial weeds infesting alfalfa. It was first found in North America in Virginia in 1739 and probably was brought to Kansas in infested wheat seed from the Ukrainian region of Russia between 1870 and 1875. Bindweed contains several alkaloids, including pseudotropine, and lesser amounts of tropine, tropinone, and meso-cuscohygrine. Tales of a lover of plants, history and travel. Jo Bond. Stimulant laxatives can decrease potassium levels in the body. Pulling them out/ digging them out works but only slowly because it is so hard to get the whole root. The stems wrap around the object as it grows. Wild morning-glory is commonly found growing in fields and waste places throughout North America. Plant Photo Album: Plants High Above Honolulu, Plants of the World: Every Plant is Native Somewhere. 4 / 10. It most likely arrived in the United States as a contaminant in farm and garden seeds. Field bindweed contains alkaloids that are mildly toxic to certain types of livestock and cause digestive disturbances. Vines grow from one plant to another in an agricultural field, tangling them. The seeds are especially toxic. Convolvulaceae. The powdered root and whole flowering plant are used to make medicine. Field bindweed, Convolvulus arvensis, is a native of Eurasia that first was documented in California in 1884 in San Diego. Part of the reason field bindweed is so hated is that it is a vine. You don’t have to treat all bindweed infestations with kid gloves. By 1900 it was in all the western states of the U.S. and across Canada. Bindweed, also known as Wild Morning Glory, is a perennial vine that can be tough to remove. john h. Lv 7. Convolvulus arvensis var. It probably arrived in the ballast of ships but may have also been a contaminant of imported seeds. That is another reason why bindweed is unpopular along the Front Range. The plant reproduces readily from seed and its extensive deep root system. Alkaloids from raw field bindweed are toxic to animals , but dietary supplements are alkaloid-free. Its climbing nature and larger flowers can help to distinguish it from Field bindweed. Field bindweed is not so incredibly abundant in southern Europe. It can severely suppress field crops and other plants. In the field bindweed, the two bracts below the flower are located one half to two inches down the flower stem instead of immediately at the base of the flower. Todd, F. G., F. R. Stermitz, P. Schultheis, A. P. Knight and J. Traub-Dargatz. • The danger: The alkaloids are present in all parts of the plant. Field bindweed Scientific classification Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Tracheophytes Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Clade: Asterids Order: Solanales Family: Convolvulaceae Genus: Convolvulus Species: C. arvensis Binomial name Convolvulus arvensis L. Convolvulus arvensis is a species of bindweed that is rhizomatous and is in the morning glory family, native to Europe and Asia. Any solutions? field bindweed, creeping Jenny. European bindweed. Field Bindweed is considered poisonous but it is considered as a low risk poison. Not bindweed. A native plant of Mexico the Aztecs after consumption would hallucinate. Field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis)-Exotic: Perennial: Yes: Cattle consumed on their own after being trained on other weeds; Bindweed is a nitrate accumulator, but no adverse effects reported. Another reason field bindweed is hated is because it is a perennial that regrows from a deep taproot. Leaves are arrow shaped, have rounded tip, and are 3.75 to 5 … Field Bindweed is one of the most notoriously difficult-to-control weeds in New Mexico. Due to its ability to inhibit new blood vessel growth, C. arvensis should not be used before and after surgery. Productivity of agricultural land may be reduced as much as 50 percent. If they pick it up whilst eating grass it can kill them! It is a twining or creeping weed with alternate leaves, and white or pink funnel shaped flowers. Powered by. I ran a similar thread a while back as I almost lost one of my dogs to Bindweed poisoning, It’s the time of year that this plant starts to run rampant in our gardens and in open spaces. Like many other species in the morning glory family, they have single-day flowers. Joined Feb 2009; Re: Is it poisonous? Its leaves are grey-green and arrow-shaped. A relative of the morning glory, field bindweed is an invasive perennial weed that can be quite a challenge to get under control. 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https://www.archive.vtmag.vt.edu/spring19/alumni-profile-Schneider.php | 2022-05-23T04:38:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662555558.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523041156-20220523071156-00555.warc.gz | 0.953903 | 674 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__281151836 | en | ROOTED IN SERVICE
CULTIVATING COMMUNITY: Thomas Schneider ’05 (middle) works with residents living in the D.C. metro area to grow vegetables and economies.
Gardens bring life to any landscape, gifting sights and smells to communities. Yet that wasn’t good enough for Thomas Schneider ’05, who uses gardens to grow food and cultivate green-collar job opportunities for underserved communities in Washington, D.C.
Schneider used his experiences in the fish and wildlife conservation program at Virginia Tech to create a business model focused on environmental, economic, and social investment in the D.C. metro area. His nonprofit, Rooftop Roots, uses all facets of the built environment, from commercial rooftops to backyards, to design, install, and maintain edible and conservation landscapes.
In 2011, five years after graduating from Virginia Tech and in the midst of his career as a government contractor with the Environmental Protection Agency, Schneider had a moment of entrepreneurial enlightenment. He had gathered with friends on top of a D.C apartment, where they were enjoying a Washington Nationals baseball game just a few buildings away from the stadium. Looking down upon the city, Schneider noticed the office complexes and their barren rooftops. That’s when an idea took root.
“I thought, ‘wow, that’d be cool if we could grow some vegetables on there,’” said Schneider. “Then I got this idea—if we could actually grow vegetables for a food bank, maybe an office building would support that.”
Schneider founded the nonprofit soon after and began partnering with businesses and homeowners to bring life to barren urban landscapes. Rooftop Roots builds and maintains the gardens, then harvests the produce. However, the focus isn’t simply corporate and residential clients—the community also benefits.
“Our goal has been to grow food locally, create jobs for the unemployed, and create more green spaces,” said Schneider. “Earlier this year, I took the plunge and left my government contracting job to focus full-time on Rooftop Roots; and ever since, our growth has been pretty crazy. We started our workforce development program, hiring individuals from the community who face barriers to employment, and began teaching them how to build and maintain edible and conservation landscapes. I’m excited that we are now beginning to hit our stride and are implementing the model as it was conceived. The future is bright!”
Rooftop Roots has been improving the economy, appearance, and environmental quality of the D.C area in line with the university motto of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).
“My time at Virginia Tech taught me that sustainable development is going to take integrative models that address not only the environmental aspect, but also the social and economic considerations. D.C is unique in its ‘Tale of Two Cities’ structure, Schneider said. “There’s a lot of money up here, but how can we drive that to lower-income areas? That is the dream now coming into fruition.”
Brendan Coffey, a junior majoring in communication, is an intern with Virginia Tech Magazine. | agronomy |
https://dailymagazinenews.com/best-ways-to-keep-your-lawn-green-and-fresh/ | 2023-12-04T15:52:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100531.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204151108-20231204181108-00502.warc.gz | 0.96381 | 769 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__214134839 | en | Part of someone’s dream house is the perfect lawn. Having clean-cut green grass welcoming guests and family has become a goal of sorts for people with a big house. It can be tedious to maintain, but it’s a sacrifice made to preserve the beauty of one’s home. It takes more than just simply watering and mowing the grass. Having the perfect grass to go along with the neighborhood takes effort and investment too. You have to be well-informed about what your lawn needs without having to burn a hole in your pockets.
It’s best to use fertilizer so that your plants can breathe and grow well with the nutrients it needs to achieve its color and growth. But along with a healthy soil comes insects that crave your healthy plants and grass on your lawns, and so using insect-killers would be best so they can grow well. These are the most well-known products to care for your lawn, but today, you can even use premium soil wetters to ensure that your lawn’s soil will have enough nutrients absorbed and distributed. As you may think, these are the same things you have been hearing but what changed are the products you can use to keep your lawn green and fresh.
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With Betta Turf Lawn Care products, it will be so much easier in keeping your lawn fresh and green regularly. As you can see from the aforementioned products, they have constructed products that will address your concerns for your lawn. As Australia’s weather can be quite dry and water is a necessity for humans and plants, Betta Turf provides you with Aqua Force, their premium soil wetter, so your soil can distribute the water better and become an adequate home for your grass. Add their new and improved Premium Blend Slow Release Fertilizer or their new and improved Ironman Foliar Fertilizer in the mix, and your lawn will be more green and fresh than you can imagine. You can use any of these products alone for the maintenance of your lawn, but using more together, the merrier.
Why Should You Use Products on Your Lawn
Watering and mowing is a good start, but definitely not enough to maintain an eye-catching lawn. We have all seen signs such as “Do not step on the grass” on multiple occasions, which is an indication of just how much work is put in on lawns. Believe it or not, lawns have become a symbol of social status wherein even its color affects a person’s impression on you as its owner too. You may be worried about its effect on you and your family, but unlike before, products such as Betta Turf’s Lawn Care Products, are safe enough that kids can run around and lie on them. So don’t be afraid of using fertilizers and insect killers on your lawn, they are made for you and your lawn. Check out Betta Turf’s products now and achieve that green and fresh lawn today. | agronomy |
https://www.projectplus.com.ng/2016/08/28/banking-sector-agricultural-productivity/ | 2023-11-29T06:46:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100056.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129041834-20231129071834-00796.warc.gz | 0.940176 | 2,453 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__143241968 | en | CONTRIBUTION OF BANKING SECTOR TO AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY IN NIGERIA 1981-2013
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Nigeria, which spans an area of 924,000 square kilometers, is bordered by the Gulf of Guinea, Cameroon, Benin, Niger, and Chad. The topography ranges from mangrove swampland along the coast to tropical rain forest and savannah to the north. Nigeria is generously endowed with abundant natural resources. With its reserves of human and natural resources, Nigeria has the potential to build a prosperous economy and provide for the basic needs of the population. This enormous resource base if well managed could support a vibrant agricultural sector capable of ensuring the supply of raw materials for the industrial sector as well as providing gainful employment for the teeming population.
Nigeria’s rich human and material resource endowments give it the potential to become Africa’s largest economy and a major player in the global economy. Compared with other African and Asian countries, especially Indonesia, which is comparable to Nigeria in many respects, economic development in Nigeria has however been disappointing, Nigeria has become one of the poorest countries in the world. Having earned about $300 billion from oil exports between the mid-1970s and 2000, its per capita income was disappointingly 20 percent lower than that of 1975. Inability to tap much of the abundant human and material resources can therefore put the attainment of the Millennium Development Goals by 2015 in jeopardy as a country is endowed with vast land mass, fertile soil and a good topography which is suitable for agriculture. In fact, the Nigerian economy at independence in 1960 was still largely agriculture based country contributing about 64% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), producing food for her consumption and cash crops like groundnut, cocoa, rubber, and palm oil for export (Iyoha, 2003). But with the advent of oil boom and its attendant free money from rents and royalties paid to the government by the multinational oil companies that dominated the sector in 1970s led to the shifting of attentions from agriculture to the petroleum sector concerning the decay and gradual collapse of the agricultural sector productivity to the inability of the agricultural sector to maintain an independent output trend. This is so because it has been noticed that as the output of the petroleum sector is increasing, there is a decline in the level of productivity of the agricultural sector.
There is need to reverse this trend and for agricultural sector to grow in terms of output and productivity. The need for the banking sector to contribute to an increase in agricultural output becomes paramount. The banking sector which is also known as financial intermediaries provides loans and credits to the deficit units. This sector is needed to provide the necessary funds for the agricultural sector to acquire land, mechanized farming implements, raw materials and so on which invariably will lead to an increase in agricultural productivity. Financing the agricultural sector is necessary because agricultural sector has a multiplier effect on a nation’s socio-economic and industrial fabric, as a strong and efficient agricultural sector would enable a country to feed its ever growing population, generate employment, earn foreign exchange and provide raw materials for industries (Ogen, 2009). It also has the potential to be the industrial and economic spring board, from which a country’s development could takeoff, shape the landscape and provide environmental benefits. But the agricultural sector cannot do this without the needed funds.
There is a need to intensify the allocation of loans, subsidies and transfer payments to the agricultural sector. However, the government of Nigeria overtime has strived to improve the level of credits available to agricultural sector overtime (Obilor, 2003). With the current growth rate of agriculture in Nigeria on an increase, this figure still has to be boosted because Nigeria can achieve a balanced growth between the oil sector and the agricultural sector. With proper financing of the agricultural sector in Nigeria, the ‘’a la Dutch Disease Syndrome’’ that has plague Nigeria since the 1970s where the relative contribution of agriculture to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) fell steadily from about 41.3% in 1970 to about 28.7% in 1979 (Iyoha, 2003) would be reduced if not totally wiped out.
Consequently, this study will be taking a look at the role of banking sector on agricultural productivity in Nigeria and not focusing solely on the banking sector’s loan and credit to the agricultural sector but also on other factors such as interest rate which determines the ability of farmers to access loans and when such interest rate is high, the ability of farmers to have access to loans becomes difficult. Also, financial deepening will also be considered as a variable that determines the extension of loans to farmers and finally government expenditure on agriculture which has a significant effect on the amount of loans demanded among others has a great impact on agricultural productivity in Nigeria. Given the above introduction, this study will centre on the relative contribution of the banking sector to agricultural productivity and possible way forward.
1.2 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
The aim of any banking sector is financial intermediation which involves the processes through which funds and financial resources are channeled from the surplus sector to the deficit sector. But the Nigerian banking sector like that of many less developed countries are high regulated leading to financial disintermediation which retarded the growth of the Nigerian economy. The effect is that the banking sector finds it rather too difficult to advance much loans to the real sectors. Banks keep declaring billions upon billions of profit at the end of each financial year and yet the real sector continues to grow weak. Many farmers produce below potential capacity because of the inability to acquire loans from banking sectors due to the fact that the cost of borrowing is too outrageous.
Banks in Nigeria are highly liquid but refuse to lend to the agricultural sector because they believe that it is too risky to lend to agricultural sector which has led to decline in agricultural productivity in the country. Other problems such as seasonality, time lag in agricultural production and the domestic profit which cannot be predicted makes banks unwilling to take the risk of advancing loans to farmers.
Despite the use of various instruments such as moral suasion by the Central Bank of Nigeria and even the formulation of various agencies and programmes by the governments such as the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS), the amount of loans advanced to the agricultural sector is still a far cry from what is needed to fast track the needed growth in the sector. Also, the urban locations of many banks make it difficult for farmers to have access to credit. Though in recent times the Nigerian banking sector is trying in the aspect of agricultural financing much more still needs to be done.
The problems above raise the following questions;
- To what extent does the banking sector affect agricultural productivity in Nigeria
- What has been the contribution of the banking sector on agricultural productivity
- What is the effect of banks loans on agriculture
- What percentage of credit is needed from the banking sector to take agriculture to the needed level
1.3 OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
The objectives of this study are as follows;
- To access the role of the banking sector on agricultural productivity in Nigeria
- To examine the extent to which government fund allocation has been boosting agricultural productivity.
- To examine the impact of financial deepening on agricultural productivity.
- To examine the impact of interest rate on agricultural productivity.
1.4 HYPOTHESES OF THE STUDY
The hypotheses of the study include the following
- There is no significant impact of banking sector on agricultural productivity
- There is no significant impact of government fund allocation on agricultural productivity
- There are no significant relationship between financial deepening and agricultural productivity
- There is no significant relationship between interest rate and agricultural productivity.
1.5 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
Many literatures have been put forward to justify the need for the banking sector to contribute to the growth or an increase in agricultural productivity. But these literatures have in one way or the other neglected other vital factors that affect agricultural productivity in Nigeria. For instance, Obilor (2013) focused on only credits to the agricultural sector and agricultural product, Thomaj (2014) focused on agricultural lending from the banking sector in Albania, Muhammad and Atte (2006) in their work on the analysis of agricultural production in Nigerian only focused on different aspect or the sub sectors of agriculture. In Nigeria, Saleem and Jan (2004) focused only on credits to different areas under agriculture while Toby and Peterside (2014) focused in credits from the commercial banks and merchant banks to agriculture. But this study has its aim to expressly look at the impact of bank credit considering all types of banks and their credit; impact of key factors such as interest rate, government allocation to agriculture and financial deepening on agricultural productivity in Nigeria.
One of the goals of the Nigerian policy is to diversify the economy and reduce the over dependence of the economy on oil exports for revenue. This study thus serves as a tool to access the measures of the Nigerian government can take through the banking sector to achieve this much needed objective. Given the present condition of the Nigerian economy, whereby we are witnessing diminishing oil price, there is a need to accelerate agricultural productivity if we are to pull through this problem. Nigeria is blessed with a lot of labour and this manpower is needed to work on the vast landmass but this manpower without the necessary capital will not achieve much. The study will therefore bring into limelight the need to collaborate adequate manpower with the necessary capital base in order to help policy makers, politicians, the government and students of economics to focus attention on the areas necessary for economic growth.
To policy makers, ascertaining the contribution of banking sector can make on agricultural productivity and therefore investment will enable them to make policies that will take the economy to the desired level. To the politicians, this study would provide an insight into the areas that should be focused on agriculture for development planning and drafting of manifestoes. To students of economics and other related disciplines, it serves as a pragmatic knowledge as it enlightens them on the role agriculture can play if adequately funded. It also serves as a basis for further study.
More so, ascertaining the key contributing factors like interest rate, government allocation and financial deepening of the banking sector will enable decision makers to take actions with the knowledge of the consequences of their actions.
1.6 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
The scope of the study is centered on the overall contribution of banking sector to agricultural productivity in Nigeria. This research work spans a period of 33 years from 1981—2013. The regression analysis will be based on the use of time series data extracted from the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical bulletin and if need be, the National Bureau of Statistics Annual Abstract and world Bank Development Indicators.
The Ordinary least Squares (OLS) technique which minimizes the sums of squares residual is employed to estimate the model. This is because it possesses the desirable statistical properties of unbiasness, efficiency and consistency. If the OLS assumptions are met, the estimates obtained will possess the best linear unbias estimate property (BLUE).
1.7 LIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY
The study like every other study is faced with certain limitations. A major limitation of this research is the inconsistency and discrepancy of data. The data as reported by CBN is not consistent with that of federal Bureau of statistic and that of the Nigeria Agricultural cooperative and Rural Development Bank.
Also, there was difficulty in obtaining empirical data, for adequate data analysis, bureaucracy in assessing data and inadequate research materials. Furthermore, one of such limitations and difficulties encountered in course of this research is the inadequate relevant data owing to the fact that the habit of record keeping is lacking in most underdeveloped countries like Nigeria.
In addition,time factor was another limitation due to the combination of lecture time and project work. All these constraints combined limited the scope of the work in terms of sample size and number of exogenous variables. | agronomy |
http://irisofsissinghurst.com/may-2010/ | 2018-10-18T16:48:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583511889.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20181018152212-20181018173712-00227.warc.gz | 0.971693 | 271 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__46024956 | en | This is the busiest month of the year for the Iris of Sissinghurst nursery. The short bearded iris flowering is virtually over by the start of May ( with a few exceptions) and the Intermediate Iris is at its peak. This year the harsh winter and ever changing weather conditions over the last few weeks has affected the traditional patterns of blossom appearance on trees and shrubs as well as the iris. Those keen gardeners who planted seeds early were punished by very late frosts (our vegetable plants were lost to the frosts) and a few of our intermediate iris in the stock beds lost their top flowers to the night time cold.
The visits to Kent Horticultural Societies continued in the early part of the month. Sue Marshall the owner of Iris of Sissinghurst visited the Staplehurst Society and received a lovely reception. In addition Iris of Sissinghurst attended a few plant fairs including Saltwood Castle and Lullingstone. Saltwood always organises a wonderful day out and Lady Clarke, the owner, always provides support and encouragement to the exhibitors. A charitable event at Buston Manor, Hunton on behalf of Gardening for the Disabled was also a pleasure to support.
The second half of the month of May is however dominated by the final preparation for the Chelsea flower SHow 2010. | agronomy |
https://astoldbyada.wordpress.com/2019/04/08/fg-engages-130000-graduates-as-extension-workers/ | 2022-05-19T20:57:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662530066.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20220519204127-20220519234127-00532.warc.gz | 0.96674 | 309 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__254582213 | en | Chief Audu Ogbeh, the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, has disclosed 130, 000 graduate youths have been employed to offer extension services to farmers across the country.
The minister disclosed this at the 24th Agricultural Extension Society of Nigeria (AESON) Annual National Conference in Abuja on Monday.
Ogbeh, who was represented by Mrs Karima Babangida, the Director of Extension Service Department in the ministry, said that the youths were engaged under the Social Investment Programme of the Federal Government.
According to him, extension service needs to be revamped to strengthen the government’s agricultural development process, especially in the commodity value chains.
He said that the graduates were trained and would soon be given tablets to effectively deliver on their mandate.
“Extension service has a crucial role to play in reviving the agricultural sector in the country.
Our country has enormous potential for agricultural development.
“Besides production, support is also given to other value chains with processing equipment to farmers to add value to their produce and make more money.
“Farmers’ knowledge and skills need to be improved and enhanced to improve their commodities across all the value chains to facilitate improved agricultural productivity in the country.
“This is where extension services are required, in addition to strengthening the capacity of farmers to boost their productivity,” he said.
The minister, however, noted that the country’s extension system was not currently in the best of form to effectively deliver on its mandate. | agronomy |
https://www.cad-download.com/category/architecture-news/ | 2022-07-01T00:55:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103917192.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20220701004112-20220701034112-00781.warc.gz | 0.963469 | 94 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__69541017 | en | Wheeler Kearns Architects has completed a multipurpose greenhouse for an organic farm in Michigan to host meals and events, grow produce and host classes. The project was completed for Granor Farm, which is located in southern Michigan. According to the architects, it is the first certified organic vegetable farm in southwestern Michigan. The business acquired
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http://grinataadventure.com/types-of-dsx/vegetable-plant-height-chart-405b43 | 2021-07-24T16:40:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046150307.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20210724160723-20210724190723-00064.warc.gz | 0.889445 | 2,266 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__250583571 | en | She is a horticulturist and her work appears on various websites and assorted gardening blogs. Knowing your first and last frost dates will help you start your vegetable seeds at the right time. Root crops and vegetables with long taproots, such as carrots, generally don't transplant well and need to be direct seeded. When growing different varieties of plants side by side, try to group them together by water needs. Below we’ll give you a quick tutorial on plant spacing needs for different vegetables. Burpee Tips for Watering Companion Plants. Thank you summarizing the information. North. Cultivation. https://itsgreenday.blogspot.com/2014/04/height-chart-for-vegetables.html I am recording my trials and errors. Planting the Garden. Vegetable Chart Vegetable Planting Guide Planting Vegetables Companion Planting Vegetable Garden Dig Gardens Outdoor Gardens Gardening For Beginners Gardening Tips. Below is a chart that provides you with the additional basic information needed to grow about two dozen different kinds of easy-to-grow vegetables (melon, such as cantaloupe, and watermelon are also included).Pick and choose from this list when planning your garden, and utilize the suggestions when planting it. Adding containers and top soil bags to my garden. Table 4. Vegetable Days to Maturity* Cultivars** Planting Dates Seeds / Plants per 100 ft. Spacing Rows per Plants Depth to Spring Fall Plant*** onion, green 60-90 White Portugal Jan. 1 – Mar. Moon calendar astrology - free chart online, Guide to planting by the moon - The Gardeners Calendar, Planting by the Signs - WHTC Nature Almanac, Zodiac Arts - Moon Phase Calendar for US Central Time. Growing healthy vegetables is a general guide to keeping diseases and insects from ruining your garden. The leaves help the plants to produce energy through photosynthesis and shade the vegetables from sunburn. Most states have a few hardiness zones that can vary drastically in planting schedules. Vegetables: Pick out your favorite vegetables to plant in next year's garden. Soil depth requirements for common garden vegetables, fruits, and herbs 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. ; Try the diagnostic tool What's wrong with my plant? I use organic methods and no pesticides. Last year I did the up side down tomatoes and will try them again. Vegetable plants come in a wide variety of heights. Companion Planting Chart. Plan the perfect garden with our interactive tool →, fresh garden vegetables image by Sandra Cunningham from. For example, radishes (Raphanus sativus) can grow anywhere from 4 inches to 6 feet tall. Vegetable plants come in a wide variety of heights. The average height depends on species and variety. Do not cultivate or hoe too deeply, or root injury will result. Plant tall vegetables, such as corn or pole beans, where they do not block the sun. The simplest approach is to follow a short-to-tall format, with ground-hugging plants tucked along bed edges and taller plants anchoring the back of the border. It's tempting to dig right in, but don't get carried away. Sprouts belong to the cruciferous category of vegetables, and they share some common benefits with broccoli and cabbage. Good to be Home’s downloadable Vegetable Growing Cheat Sheet is a complete chart of all the vegetables you may want to grow this summer. For example, radishes (Raphanus sativus) can grow anywhere from 4 inches to 6 … ; See Vegetable diseases on the Plant diseases page. Grow two plants in a 10-gallon (38L) container. Basic Seed Saving describes useful terms and concepts central to seed saving. (This is the height of two standard “2 x 6″ boards, which actually measure 1.5″ x 5.5”.) Learn which plants thrive in your Hardiness Zone with our new interactive map! Peppers - 3 feet tall. 18 -ApT. For best results, there should be another 12″ or more of good soil below the bed. Garden Plant Height Chart for Resource Partiitioning. Tomato plants might reach 6 feet tall. I am using heirloom seeds this year and going to try saving there seed for the next year. Planting vegetable seeds or transplants at the correct time is important for getting the most out of your garden. If you like to add flowers to your vegetable garden plans, then you’ll love this design. VEGETABLE PRODUCTION CHART* Vegetable Amount needed for one adult (fresh use) Amount needed for a family of four (fresh use) Amount needed for one adult (processed/storage) Amount needed for a family of four (processed/storage) Spacing between rows Yield per … 15 Sep. 1 – Dec. 31 300 plants 18-36” x 3” ––– This garden design is quite cool. This height provides sufficient drainage for most crops. Excepting salad vegetables and root crops, vegetable plants should produce leaves and vegetables. We’d suggest separating foes and friends on opposite sides of the garden, or at least 4 feet away. dates. If your plants produce plenty of leaves but no vegetables, it may … All Rights Reserved. 15 Aug. 1 - … Plant too late and the plant may not have enough time to grow and develop, depending on the length of the growing season. This year will be lots of new ways I am learning. Consult the chart below to see which vegetables make the best companions—and which don’t! ; See the Fruit and vegetable insects page for a list of common insects and their relatives that feed on vegetables. Most of the United States is covered in zones 3-9. 10. Article by Paper Whistle. Deep-rooted vegetables like tomatoes and asparagus should be placed in the same bed, as they will thrive with less frequent (but … Brussels sprouts are one of the more interesting looking plant foods. Vegetable Gardens: Find out everything you wanted to know about vegetable gardening. Information on cultivars, planting dates and spacing is given in the planting chart. Whether you are growing cannabis or any other plant that provides fruit or vegetables, your plants require a certain amount of light which means the grow light’s distance from plants will make a difference. Gardening: We answer all of your general gardening questions in this section. If you know your zone then just select it below to see your vegetable planting calendar. If you can't have north-south rows in your garden, then considering plant height for your vegetables' layout can be helpful. It's useful. Hepzibah Flurge has been writing professionally since 2008. But the smaller the planter, the more often you’ll need to water. Vegetables That Are Usually Direct-Seeded in the Garden . They plant a variety of vegetables in the center of the garden. This year is the first for planting by the moon. 1 Not Advised 700 Beans, snaD bush 1-11/2 24-36 11/2 Mar. Copyright Leaf Group Ltd. // Leaf Group Lifestyle. Beets: Grow seven plants in a 2- or 3-gallon (7.5-11L) container and up to two dozen in a 10-gallon (38L) container; thin plant to 2-inches (5 cm) apart. Place the corn and other tall vegetables on the northern end of the garden layout. In fact, they look like little mini cabbages. Grower's Library Explore our extensive collection of information on growing, including manuals, charts, planting and growing guides, technical articles, instructional videos, and more. Nobody wants to end up in the position of choosing which plants can live, and which must be dug up to make room. Use our Growing Zone Finder to help you determine which types of plants can be grown in your locale. Vegetable Planting Distance Average Spring planting Fall planting Days to Types depth in between crop dates. She holds a Bachelor of Science in horticulture. Cultivate or hoe the garden as often as needed to control weeds and grasses. The most popular height for raised beds is 11″. Green beans - 2 feet tall. Whether you're planting in beds or containers, you createharmonious, eye-pleasing scenes when you arrange plants by height. BUSHITENO (Grif 1490) cowpea from Sri Lanka, Cabbage (Early golden acre) seed starting, Chart for Soil temperatures for vegetable seed germination, Phaseolus coccineus ( Black Coat Scarlet Runner Bean ), The beginners guild to growing vegetables, Results from 2017 and a sweet potato hiatus, Oca as a Late-Planted Crop… Seems to Work, Lunar Gardening - An Introduction : Gardening Zone.org, Seed Savers Handbook Online | Preserving the genetic basis of tomorrow's food. The average height depends on species and variety. for a step-by-step guide through diagnosing a plant problem. North crop inches rows height ft Central Texas Central Texas maturity As 812 48-60 5 Feb. 1 - Mar. This is great because then you can have more options throughout the growing season. Knowing when to plant vegetables in your state is important. Vegetable Spacing Guide Of all the exciting things you can't wait to do in your garden, measuring out your plant spacing requirements probably isn't one of them. I started this blog to keep track of my garden and new ways I am learning. To grow healthy vegetables, your garden will need good soil, plenty of sun, and water. Some quick growing crops, like peas and summer squash, don't benefit from being started indoors because plants direct seeded in the garden will quickly catch up to transplants. Find your grow zone at Burpee Seeds. Sweet corn can reach 7 feet tall. 63. Plant bush beans at least 9 inches (23 cm) apart and pole beans 4 inches (10 cm) apart. https://stylesatlife.com/articles/vegetables-that-help-you-grow-taller Permaculture and Ecological Design. Bok Choy: Grow one plant in an 8-inch (20 cm) pot. Long time gardeners develop a good sense of when to plant based on their knowledge and past experience, but for the beginner gardener, timing … Brussels Sprouts. Several vegetables can be successively planted to lengthen the harvesting season.
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https://natalielouisehebert.wordpress.com/2014/06/01/i-can-sequester-carbon/ | 2019-01-17T13:38:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583658981.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20190117123059-20190117145059-00396.warc.gz | 0.94881 | 286 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__74280738 | en | Forest Garden Convergence, video by Eric Toensmeier
Folks familiar with forest gardens will recognize the co-author of Edible Forest Gardens, a heafty 2 volume tome (more of a labour of love), and Paradise Lot (which is a great read).
Eric updated us on exciting things happening with the Apios Institute and forest gardening in general. He is a skilled speaker and covered a breadth of topics from climate change, breeding perennials for taste and carbon sequestering.
I think his focus on experimenting and recording successes and failures of polycultures (a.k.a. plant guilds) is essential. Citizen scientists ( hobbyists like me) can trial and share what has worked for us in our climate and soil and save other’s time.
Forest gardens are hardy, able to withstand changing temperatures and heavy rains that a traditional rows based garden struggle with.
The most interesting part of his talk was how perennials, shrubs and trees are the best way for gardeners to mitigate climate change and provide effective sequestering of carbon. say what????
Yes. You & me, we can do things to help pull carbon out of the atmosphere and put it back in plants & soil. MIND BLOWN.
My mind was blown by 10 am on May 31 at the Forest Garden Convergence. Read up on carbon sequestering here. | agronomy |
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Weeds will now start to fight their way into the garden, so the hoe will become a bigger part of your armoury if you are to keep the garden looking nice. What looks better than freshly broken ground with plants fighting to present their flowers to the world. Keep an eye open for any sign of frost and protect young shoots that need your help. Pests such as greenfly will appear as soon as conditions are right, so make sure that you have a deterrent ready to deal with them, be it spray or biological. Slugs and snails will need controlling or your plants will suffer. Give attention to the lawn, roll it to flatten the worm casts and tidy its edges, give it its first cut when conditions are right. Think about repairs to walls and paths and repair where necessary.
Start to prepare the summer bedding and at the same time lift any bulbs that may be in the way of future plants. Have a look round and stake and tie any plants that need a little help. Keep a look out for plants that still need protection from cold winds such as Azaleas and other tender shrubs. Keep the weeding going. Auriculas and Ranunculus should be kept tidy and helped with a little manure water in the mornings.
SEEDS TO SOW
Hardy Annuals should be sown this month with Half Hardy Annuals being sown from the end of the month. It's a matter of opinion as to whether annuals should be started off indoors or sown directly into the bed. My own opinion is that you will tend to get more plants if you start them off indoors and transplant them when they are established. Biennials and Perennials can also be sown if they are to flower during the summer. Check your seed packets and start your summer sowing.
Now is the time to propagate Hardy Perennials, so seize the opportunity to put old favourites in other parts of the garden. Antirrhinums (autumn sown), aquilegias, calceolarias, carnations, dahlias, dianthus, hardy ferns, hollyhocks, irises, pansies, penstemons, pinks, stocks, summer-flowering bulbs such as gladiolus, tigridia are some that you could try. Do not forget the pond, as the water lilies can be divided. Look at the rock garden and check if any of the plants need to be propagated by division to keep their number up. Try some new varieties from seed and give the spare plants to your friends. Of course you will have to thin out those plants that have tried to take over the garden. Remember to prune the roses and cut last year's growth back on shrubs such as Buddleia Davidii, whilst leaving Buddleia Globasa and Alternifolia just to be tidied.
Temperatures should be maintained at 11C (65F) by day and 8C (45F) by night. Use auto vents where possible, if not admit air freely in mild weather and give the plants adequate water. As the sun shows itself more and more start to use the shades. Some plants will need repotting. As the plants start to flower give them a feed of weak liquid manure. If you feel the need to retard blooming plants such as Azaleas to secure a succession of bloom apply some shade. Do not forget the insects and deal with them before they cause trouble. If you have an Aspidistra it should be divided up and re-potted. Asters and Stocks will need pricking out as they start o show maturity.
Time to harden off summer bedding plants that were sown last month. Pinch out the top to make them bush out. Begonias and Gloxinias will start to grow so make sure that they are in the required flowering postion, as should Calceolarias. Carnations should be put into their flowering pots.
Trim and tidy up all climbers before they start into growth.
SEEDS TO SOW
Half hardy annuals such as Ageratum, Asters, Auriculas, Balsam, Cinerarias, Freesias, Nemesia, Petunias, Phlox, Stocks, Tree Carnations should be sown in boxes.
Time to take cuttings of all soft wood plants and strike them in pots or boxes. It is not too late to start Fuchsias in heat or take cuttings.
Look to see if any plants need larger pots, but remember a larger pot does not always mean more flowers. Re pot Azaleas after they have flowered.
Get the ground ready for plants and seeds such as frame grown Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, and Lettuces. Cabbages should be given a feed of nitrate of soda(25gm (1 oz) to the square metre (yard)). Celery trenches should be dug, and Asparagus beds got ready. Runner Beans raised in boxes should be planted. Watch out for frosts and birds if you are to present good looking plants. Prepare beds for Cucumbers, Marrows and Tomatoes. Try a Mushroom bed. Peas should be given a feed to help them on their way. Potatoes should have the soil drawn up over the leaves to protect them from frost.
SEEDS TO SOW
A lot to do this month. Herbs, salading and vegetables can be sown from now on. Put beetroot in warm postions. Broccoli and kale should be sown. If you have chalky soil try some Chicory. Carrots need to be sown half way through the month. If you have put Lettuce in it will not move until the weather becomes warmer so do not despair if they appear to have stopped growing. French Beans should be put in. Those wanting to try Spinach, Kohl Rabi, Ramion and Salsify can still put the seeds in.
If you have forgotten to plant Artichokes get on with it. Plant those Brussels sprouts, Cabbages, Potatoes (main crop), Rhubarb, Seakale, and early vegetable Marrows. Marjoram, mint, sage, thyme can be lifted, divided and replanted, but remember mint goes everywhere unless contained. Thin out carrots, onions and parsnips.
Sow Runner Beans, cucumbers, marrows and melons. Prick off celery and tomato seedlings. Harden off Brussels Sprouts, cauliflowers and lettuces.
Pruning and grafting should have been finished. Continue with the protection of blossom and spray with insecticide to give protection from pests. Only plant container grown fruit trees from now on, never chance dug trees. Wall trees will need moisture from now on.
The temperature of fruit under glass must be kept constant as the weather is changeable. Fertilise Apricots, Nectarines and Peaches by passing a feather or a rabbit's tail from flower to flower. Figs will need spraying daily and their temperature kept at 15C (60 F). Grapes will require their small berries removed in order to swell the size of the remainder. If you want to try Strawberries make sure that they are well ventilated when in flower.
TREES AND SHRUBS
As with fruit time is running out to graft and prune. Division may still be attempted, but be quick. Make good all losses in hedges, such as Box, and then give them their first clipping and a little water. There is still time to plant plot grown Azaleas. Lots to do, but lots to admire as the summer passes by. Enjoy it. | agronomy |
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WE HAVE HAD A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS IN THE LAST FEW DAYS AND THIS SCHEME IS NOW CLOSED.
We will let applicants know if they have been successful or not by 18th January.
Free school orchard booklet
Hundreds of schools across the UK have discovered that a school orchard can be an effective and practical way of enriching learning and school life in many ways. This booklet distils what we’ve learned from supporting the creation of school orchards in over 70 primary and secondary schools across England, Scotland and Wales. The ideas you’ll find in the booklet are school-tested, practical and inexpensive. Our hope is that it will inspire you to get going and create your own school orchard and give you the practical guidance that you need to make it a success.
All schools and nurseries that apply for free fruit trees will receive a free copy of the school orchard booklet. If you are not applying for the free trees but would still like a booklet, please send an A4 SAE for £1.20 to:
Grounds for Learning, c/o KSB, Wallace House, 17-21 Maxwell Place, Stirling. FK8 1JU
You can also download a copy of the orchard booklet here.
Inspiring case studies
Find out how 10 schools have used their orchards to enrich learning across a wide range of subjects; from literacy to art and biodiversity to design and technology. Be inspired by stories of tree grafting, juice making, story telling, community engagement, exploring local historic orchards and much more. You’ll find the case studies here. | agronomy |
https://www.alearned.com/hand-pollination/ | 2021-09-28T16:03:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780060877.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20210928153533-20210928183533-00041.warc.gz | 0.962761 | 535 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__235886404 | en | In China, in the world’s pear capital, it is the farmers who carry out the pollination of the trees: costly and painstaking work that replaces the bees killed by pesticides.
The city of Hanyuan, dressed in the finery of the white blossoms on the pear trees, could make us believe in the eternal China with its red and black brick roofs and the grandeur of its foggy landscapes. But don’t let yourself be misled. It was agricultural reform instituted by the “”Great Helmsman”” that made the city the pear capital of Sichuan at the beginning of the 1980s. Perched at 1600 metres altitude, Hanyuan transformed its rice paddies into orchards. At the time, pears sold for 4 to 5 times the price of rice because China had to feed its population, which had tripled in ten years, going from 400 million to 1.2 billion. Today, with 7% of the world’s cultivated land, the country has to feed 22% of the world’s population.
The blossoming period of the pear trees is a crucial season, the one for pollination. Pear trees are auto-incompatible, which means that the trees need a hybrid pollination to produce fruit in good quantity and of a good size. Natural pollinators like bees have disappeared from the valley, killed or chased away by the pesticides that the farmers use on their crops. So, Chinese agricultural engineers replaced the insects with people and hand-pollination has spread in the valley and throughout the province of Sichuan.
In the Cheng Su family’s orchard, they have been busy for several days now. The couple, for whom half their yearly income comes from the sale of five tons of pears, are pollinating one by one the flowers on their trees at a rate of thirty or so trees per day. The husband climbs the trees while his wife takes care of the lower branches, for 5 to 6 hours a day during the hottest hours of the day. This year, the season started late, the snow and cold lasting until early March. The first blossoms opened quickly, just after the thaw. Just as quickly, the family gathered the flowers from the early blooming pear trees in the house’s courtyard to obtain the pollen necessary for the pollination. Once gathered, the pollen is dried under a heating cover. The prepared pollen is in fact a mix of pollen, pistils and stamens and its colour is brown, rarely yellow.”
PBS Nature – Silence of the Bees 2007 | agronomy |
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We hope you had a great weekend and are ready for another great week at Anabel’s!
The Anabel’s Membership Program is LIVE!! To become a member of Anabel’s please take the survey linked below and show us the completion email at your next checkout. Once you become a member, you will get a punchcard for a free kombucha after 10 purchases and an Anabel’s Grocery sticker! If you signed up in the store in the first few weeks, please still fill out the survey and we will get you your free sticker and punchcard.
The Cornell Orchards were founded in 1910 and serve as a living laboratory to hundreds of Cornell students every year, giving future generations of growers and researchers hands-on experience with virtually all aspects of fruit production. The apples are usually sold at their on-site store which is now closed. Fortunately, Anabel’s is offering these amazing apples every week! Check out this recipe for a fun way to integrate apples into a meal this week :)
Composting at Anabel’s
Turn your food waste into a regenerative resource with Anabel’s – starting THIS week!
Composting food scraps helps reduce food waste, keeps organics out of landfills, and creates a nutrient-rich soil amendment that builds soil health. In collaboration with Cornell Compost and the Campus Sustainability Office, Anabel’s will be offering food scraps collection services to the Cornell community starting this Wednesday! You can drop off your food scraps anytime during Anabel’s operating hours, Wednesday through Friday.
Please refer to the list below when deciding what to compost! Fruit, veggies, meat, dairy, and napkins can be diverted at Anabel’s, but items like “compostable” or “biodegradable” plastics, cardboard, and paper cannot! Please pay special attention to avoiding even little things like fruit stickers and teabag staples/tags. Only acceptable food scraps stored in green compostable baggies or tupperware containers will be accepted. Thank you!
Tomato Preserving Event!
Come learn how to preserve tomatoes at Anabel’s Grocery this Sunday 10/3 at 1 pm! Dilmun Hill’s vines are producing hundreds of tomatoes and preserving is a great way to extend the pleasures of this delicious produce. Please bring a mason jar if you have one :) To RSVP or for any questions, email [email protected]. We hope to see you there! | agronomy |
https://www.chinasprayers.com/news/Orchard-Sprayer.html | 2023-03-30T21:22:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949387.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330194843-20230330224843-00778.warc.gz | 0.903409 | 235 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__147048814 | en | The PQL22/3000 is a type of spray rod Orchard Sprayer designed for orchard and field crops. It is powered by a driving force output shaft wheeled tractor kit with more than 90 horsepower. The Orchard Sprayer is ideal for use in the early stage of rice paddies, on crops such as corn, soybeans, wheat, millet, rice, cotton, and a variety of upland crops and orchards.
The FXS8B-880 orchard sprayer is a powerful machine designed for pest control in large area orchards such as apples, pears, and peaches. This agricultural and forestry spraying machine uses airflow to transport droplets, providing excellent penetrability and adhesion rates. In this article, we will explore the key features and advantages of the FXS8B-880 orchard sprayer.
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http://www.bestcoffeeforyou.com/2012/11/are-organic-foods-worth-the-cost/ | 2017-04-26T09:54:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917121267.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031201-00574-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.966108 | 648 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__43178103 | en | Spending money on organic foods is generally going to be more expensive than going for non-organic foods. However, what you spend is made back as an investment in food that tends to be more nutritious and healthy than other varieties of processed and non-organic produce. At the same time, the cost of organic food is transferred into environmental benefits, as well as more sustainable farming methods. In this way, an investment in organic food can translate into long-term health, and wider social benefits, from improving your local economy, through to helping independent farmers to compete in a crowded market.
Benefits of Organic Foods
Organic foods are typically produced with less preservatives and artificial additives than non-organic food. Foods that are grown organically use natural farming methods that avoid pesticides and growth hormones, and tend to be grown with the seasons. It is important, though, when selecting organic food, to make sure that you get the right degree of organic quality. 100 per cent organic foods are made without any synthetic ingredients, while other types of organic food may contain some artificial content, but are generally not produced using the worst pesticides and hormones found in most foods.
The health benefits of organic food specifically relate to how they’ve been grown, and their lack of pesticides and hormones. Peaches, apples, and potatoes particularly benefit from lacking residues of these chemicals, and prevent them from entering your body. Always check labels when buying organic food, and try to focus on finding produce from local co-ops and farmer’s markets that have been clearly marked out as being grown in specific conditions. While organic food is not, as a rule, much more nutritious than other types of food, their lack of pesticides and hormones does make them healthier.
Other advantages of paying more for organic food include the ability to contribute towards more sustainable farming methods. Organic food grown without pesticides and hormones will not contaminate the soil and the atmosphere around farms, and encourages more sustainable farming overall. At the same time, investing in organic food helps to promote higher quality organic farming, and methods that will sustain production, rather than damaging areas of land through over farming and chemicals.
Supporting certified organic producers, and buying your food from stores that have clearly labelled organic standards will allow the market to become more widespread, with the aim of gradually reducing price. Spending more on organic food consequently represents an investment that has many benefits. You’re not receiving food that is significantly more healthy, but you are committing to schemes where the conditions behind its production is more ethically motivated, and free from some of the most dangerous contaminants used in industrial scale farming. Being able to support your local farming community and economy by buying organic food will also help to prevent the standardization of produce, and allow independent farmers the opportunity to receive a fair price for their products against the deeper discounts offered on imported food and pre-packaged foods by larger supermarkets.
Author Bio: Liam Ohm writes about organic foods. He highly recommends co-op food for a great range of food and more. In his spare time Liam enjoys cycling, photography and networking.
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https://livingherbs.co.nz/herb-of-the-month-2/april-horseradish/ | 2023-12-01T22:14:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100308.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201215122-20231202005122-00242.warc.gz | 0.919577 | 245 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__243016080 | en | Here we definitely have a plant with function not form, they look like a weed to me! But what horseradish lacks in beauty, it makes up for in flavour – no doubt about that.
Horseradish is a perennial plant of the Brassicaceae family. It is a root vegetable used as a spice, probably a native to southeastern Europe and western Asia.
Use 1 cup of peeled and cubed horseradish root, 3/4 cup of white vinegar, 2 teaspoons of white sugar, pinch of salt.
Cover and refrigerate until use – on roast red meat and potatoes or steak or with cheese dishes…..amazing, great to eat, easy to grow and harvest.
Planting and Care
Plant in Autumn, harvest in Spring (or vice versa), though horseradish doesn’t like constant cold or wet so Spring may be better.
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http://www.content-wire.com/eco-economy-food-security-challenge | 2013-12-08T13:14:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386163065688/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204131745-00075-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.960026 | 1,031 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__161355428 | en | On hearing his political opponent described as a modest chap, Winston Churchill reputedly responded that “he has much to be modest about.” Having just completed a book dealing with the increasingly complex issue of world food security, I too feel that I have a lot to be modest about.
Assessing the world food prospect was once rather straightforward, largely a matter of extrapolating, with minor adjustments, historically recent
agricultural supply and demand trends. Now suddenly that is all changing. It is no longer just a matter of trends slowing or accelerating; in some cases they are reversing direction. Grain harvests that were once rising everywhere are now falling in some countries. Fish catches that were once rising are now falling.
Irrigated area, once expanding almost everywhere, is now shrinking in some key food-producing regions.
Short term measures
Beyond this, some of the measures that are used to expand food production today, such as overpumping aquifers, almost guarantee a decline in food production tomorrow when the aquifers are depleted and the wells go dry. The same can be said for overplowing and overgrazing. We have entered an era of discontinuity on the food front, an era where making reliable projections is ever more difficult.
New research shows that a 1 degree Celsius rise in temperature leads to a decline in wheat, rice, and corn yields of 10 percent. In a century where temperatures could rise by several degrees Celsius, harvests could be devastated.
Although climate change is widely discussed, we are slow to grasp its full meaning. Everyone knows the earth’s temperature is rising, but commodity analysts often condition their projections on weather returning to “normal,”
failing to realize that with climate now in flux, there is no normal to return to.
Falling water tables are also undermining food security. Water tables are now falling in countries that contain more than half the world’s people.
While there is a broad realization that we are facing a future of water shortages, not everyone has connected the dots to see that a future of water shortages will be a future of food shortages.
Who will feed China?
Perhaps the biggest agricultural reversal in recent times has been the precipitous decline in China’s grain production since 1998. Ten years ago, in Who Will Feed China?, I projected that China’s grain production would soon peak and begin to decline. But I did not anticipate that it would
drop by 50 million tons between 1998 and 2004. Since 1998 China has covered this decline by drawing down its once massive stocks of grain. Now stocks are largely depleted and China is turning to the world market. Its purchase of 8 million tons of wheat to import in 2004 could signal the beginning of a shift from a world food economy dominated by surpluses to one dominated by scarcity.
Overnight, China has become the world’s largest wheat importer. Yet it will almost certainly import even more wheat in the future, not to mention vast quantities of rice and corn. It is this potential need to import 30, 40, or 50 million tons of grain a year within the next year or two and the associated emergence of a politics of food scarcity that is likely to put food security on the front page of newspapers.
At the other end of the spectrum is Brazil, the only country with the potential to expand world cropland area measurably. But what will the
environmental consequences be of continuing to clear and plow Brazil’s vast interior? Will the soils sustain cultivation over the longer term?
Will the deforestation in the Amazon disrupt the recycling of rainfall from the Atlantic Ocean to the country’s interior? And how many plant and animal species will Brazil sacrifice to expand its exports of soybeans?
Food security, which was once the near-exclusive province of ministries of agriculture, now directly involves several departments of government. In the past, ministries of transportation did not need to think about food security when formulating transport policies. But in densely populated developing countries today, the idea of having a car in every garage one day means paving over a large share of their cropland.
Many countries simply do not have enough cropland to pave for cars and to grow food for their people.
Or consider energy. Energy ministers do not attend international conferences on food security. But they should. The decisions they make in deciding which energy sources to develop will directly affect atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and future changes in temperature. In fact, the
decisions made in ministries of energy may have a greater effect on long-term food security than those made in ministries of agriculture.
Future food security now depends on the combined efforts of the ministries of agriculture, energy, transportation, health and family planning, and
water resources. It also depends on strong leadership—leadership that is far better informed on the complex set of interacting forces affecting
food security than most political leaders are today.
From Lester Brown's new book Outgrowing the Earth
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https://elmercadoblog.com/2013/04/05/chili-chile-pepper/ | 2023-06-08T09:15:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224654606.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20230608071820-20230608101820-00497.warc.gz | 0.892198 | 207 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__2933772 | en | Small white variety of chili grown in Udupi district, India
The chili pepper (also chile pepper or chilli pepper, from Nahuatl chīlli [‘t͡ʃiːlːi]) is the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum, members of the nightshade family, Solanaceae. The term in British English and in Australia, New Zealand, India,[2Malaysia and other Asian countries is just chilli without “pepper”.
Chili peppers originated in the Americas. After the Columbian Exchange, many cultivars of chili pepper spread across the world, used in both food and medicine.
India is the world’s largest producer, consumer and exporter of chili peppers. Among which the city of Guntur in Andhra Pradesh produces 30% of all the chilies produced in India, and the state of Andhra Pradesh contributes to 75% of all the chilli exports from India. | agronomy |
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Costa Rica is blessed with several distinct coffee growing regions each of which tend to highlight variations in flavor complexity. Probably the most famous of these regions is Tarrazu. The rich tradition of coffee growing and processing in this area assures that year after year they have produced some of the finest washed coffees available anywhere.
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https://moliki.fun/article/food-source-for-the-developing-embryo-in-gymnosperms-gymnosperms-2022-10-28 | 2023-09-24T16:39:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506658.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924155422-20230924185422-00823.warc.gz | 0.939964 | 1,880 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__268554113 | en | Food source for embryonic development in gymnospermsEvaluation:8,8/10361evaluations
Gymnosperms are a group of plants that includes conifers, cycads, and ginkgos. They are characterized by the production of seeds that are not enclosed in a fruit or ovary as in angiosperms. Instead, gymnosperm seeds are exposed on the surface of a cone or other structure, and are often protected by scales or bracts.
During the development of an embryo to a gymnosperm, the main source of nutrition is the seed itself, which contains a supply of nutrients, including carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids, necessary for the growth and development of the embryo. These nutrients are provided by the mother plant and are stored in the seed until it is ready to germinate.
The seed of a gymnosperm also contains a small structure called a cotyledon, which is responsible for providing additional nutrients to the developing embryo. The cotyledon is a leaf-like structure present in the seed of all vascular plants, including gymnosperms and angiosperms. It is responsible for taking nutrients from the seed and transferring them to the embryo during growth and development.
In some gymnosperms, the cotyledon is large and well developed, capable of providing a significant amount of nutrition to the developing embryo. In other gymnosperms, the cotyledon is smaller and less developed and depends on nutrients stored in the seed to support the growth and development of the embryo.
Once the seed germinates and the embryo begins to grow, it can also absorb nutrients from the surrounding soil through its root system. However, the main food source for the developing embryo in gymnosperms is the seed itself and the nutrients stored in it.
In summary, the main food source for the developing embryo in gymnosperms is the seed, which contains a supply of nutrients necessary for growth and development. The cotyledon is also capable of providing additional nutrition to the embryo as it grows. Once the seed germinates and the embryo begins to grow, it can also absorb nutrients from the surrounding soil through its root system.
Their seed supply consists of a female gametophyte rather than the endosperm found in angiosperms. The similarities between the two groups are as follows. In both cases, the sporophyte dominates. Some gametophytes land on a female cone. An energy release process is to release energy from glucose using oxygen. It has a single protal cell. In gymnosperms, pollen is housed in stamen-like structures called strobila, different types of cones.
Life cycle of gymnosperms, cones, fertilization, affinities and classification
What are gymnosperm plants? What is a plant embryo? Unlike other gymnosperms, in which pollination, fertilization, and seed maturation occur in the same year, pines have a long reproductive cycle of 14 to 20 months. Fertilization takes place about 1 year after pollination, and seed maturation takes several months. There are 4 main plant divisions within gymnosperms: 1. It has distinctive fan-shaped leaves with dichotomous veins; it is deciduous. The life cycle of a gymnosperm involves alternating generations with a dominant sporophyte inhabited by reduced male and female gametophytes. The seed is a young plant with its roots.
There is evidence that miRNAs play an important role in seed development. However, the three phyla are not closely related phylogenetically. However, these do not occur in angiosperms. Examples of gymnosperms are spruce, fir, pine, cycad, and ginkgo. Therefore, gymnosperms have close affinities with these two groups. The cambium is found in dicotyledonous gymnosperms and angiosperms. In Zhang et al.
What is the food source of gymnosperms?
Cycads have large strobila, or Figure 3 cones, and can be pollinated by beetles rather than by wind, which is unusual for gymnosperms. The placenta is a disk-like tissue that forms when an embryo forms in the wall of the uterus and is designed to provide nutrients and immune-stimulating factors to the embryo. Both the male and female reproductive organs can form cones or strobila. Ovulation cones usually remain on the tree for about 2 years. Pine trees actually have 2 types of leaves. The 1 n gametophytes produced by microspores and megaspores are small in size. They have long been considered pteridophytes.
What serves as a food source for developing gymnosperm embryos? a. endosperm B. microsporophyte c. megasporophyte d. megagametophyte
Fertilization and Seed Formation The pollen tube carries the male gametes to the oosphere of the ovule. Although some plants shed their seeds in a globular or globular form, the embryo remains globular or globular. Some species are deciduous and lose their leaves in autumn. The microspore represents the beginning of the gametophyte stage. With higher grain yields, genetic engineering may also be possible for other plant species. Embryogenesis goes through the proembryo, spherical, cardiac, torpedo, and cotyledon stages.
The three parts of the plant embryo
As flowering plants, they have broad leaves. They have no true vessels other than the order Gnetales. The phloem is made up of phloem parenchyma and sieve tubes. As the plant ages, the leaves are periodically divided lengthwise, giving the plant the appearance of many leaves. The first precursors of vascular tissue are already discovered during embryonic development. What part of the seed stores food? The embryo in the seed would be a brain where food for the small plant is stored. The endosperm is the food found in the seeds of newborn plants and is found in the cotyledons of the seeds.
From these arises the embryonic axis. Tracheids are the mechanical support and water transport cells of nudibranchs; Water is transported longitudinally through end plates and laterally through wells a. The leaves have a hard cuticle, sunken stomata, and a bundle of mesarchy. This generative cell represents the reduced antheridium. Conifers include well-known evergreens such as pine, fir, fir, cedar, redwood, and yew. Most of its moisture comes from mist that rolls in from the sea at night.
Plant structures: the seed
Note: Angiosperms exhibit double fertilization in which endosperm development precedes embryonic development, while gymnosperms do not exhibit double fertilization. Bald cypress, morning redwood, European larch, and Tamarack Figure 2c are examples of deciduous conifers. They are born in microsporophyll stamens. If the seeds are not fed enough, they may not germinate when ready. A pollen tube forms and grows into the developing gametophyte. They have compound strobili similar to flowers.
Endosperm development in gymnosperms differs from that of angiosperms. explain.
Seed cones may be absent entirely, as in yew trees, which bear seeds surrounded by a fleshy, cup-shaped pod that is an outgrowth of the seed base. However, a nutritive tissue is still present, as it is necessary for the growth and germination of the embryo. Elimination of the need for water to transport sperm from the microgametophyte to the megagametophyte for fertilization to occur. These mature in most members of the family as winged seeds that are shed from the cone scales when the woody cone scales are dry and separated. The gametophyte is greatly reduced.
These are among the first seed-producing plants to evolve, preceding angiosperms, or flowering plants. The scutellum acts as the conductive tissue between the endosperm and the embryonic axis. The layer of sporophytic tissue that surrounds the megasporangium and posteriorly the embryo is called the integument. The mother plant protects and supports the young plant in the seed during its development; The Spurs don't get that kind of attention. This process is similar but unique to monocots, dicots, and gymnosperms. The ripe seeds are the size and appearance of small plums, but the fleshy skin has a foul odor, like vomit, and is irritating to the skin of some people. They appeared in the Paleozoic and were the dominant plant life during the Mesozoic. | agronomy |
https://www.latelenegocios.com/sowing-success-regenerative-agriculture-turbocharges-farming-profits-ft-climate-capital/ | 2023-10-05T04:01:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511717.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20231005012006-20231005042006-00046.warc.gz | 0.843665 | 204 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__292151606 | en | Mitchell Hora, a seventh-generation farmer in Iowa, has seen benefits to profitability, soil health, and crop resilience through regenerative farming.
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https://bluebellindex.com/taking-steps-towards-a-sustainable-food-system-the-role-of-livestock-farming/ | 2024-04-21T08:06:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817729.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421071342-20240421101342-00185.warc.gz | 0.929529 | 1,060 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__49680327 | en | Taking Steps Towards a Sustainable Food System: The Role of Livestock Farming
In today’s rapidly changing world, the need for a sustainable food system has become more urgent than ever. As we strive to feed a growing global population while minimizing our impact on the environment, the role of livestock in achieving sustainability cannot be ignored.
Livestock, despite its controversies, plays a key role in providing essential nutrients and proteins. However, it is also a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation.
In this article, we’ll delve into the complexities of livestock farming and explore steps that can be taken to ensure a more sustainable future. From implementing regenerative farming practices to adopting alternative sources of protein, there are a number of strategies that can be adopted to minimize the environmental footprint of livestock farming.
Join us as we unlock this sector’s potential to contribute to a more sustainable food system and discover how we can make a positive impact through informed choices and innovative solutions.
The impact of livestock farming on the environment
Livestock is responsible for a number of significant environmental impacts. One of the most worrying is the emission of greenhouse gases. Raising animals for consumption is a major source of carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, which are major contributors to global warming.
In addition, livestock is also associated with deforestation, as vast areas of forest are cut down to make way for pastures and animal feed plantations. These activities result in loss of biodiversity and contribute to land degradation.
Water consumption by livestock is also a concern, since meat production requires large amounts of this precious resource. It is therefore essential to address these issues and find ways to reduce the environmental impact of livestock farming.
The role of livestock in sustainable food systems
Despite the environmental challenges associated with livestock, it is important to recognize the critical role it plays in sustainable food systems. Meat, milk and eggs provided by animals are important sources of essential nutrients such as proteins, vitamins and minerals.
Furthermore, livestock play a crucial role in food security, especially in regions where other sources of protein are scarce. By integrating livestock into broader food systems, it is possible to maximize efficiency and minimize waste, contributing to a more sustainable approach.
Sustainable practices in livestock farming
To make livestock more sustainable, it is essential to implement practices and techniques that minimize its environmental impact. One such approach is the adoption of regenerative agriculture, which involves restoring and improving soil health, promoting biodiversity and reducing erosion.
Also, efficient waste management and nutrient recycling are key to minimizing water and soil pollution. The use of innovative technologies, such as precision feeding systems and animal welfare monitoring, can also contribute to more sustainable livestock. In addition, it is important to seek alternatives to conventional animal feed, such as the sustainable production of plant-based feed.
The importance of animal welfare in sustainable livestock farming
In addition to environmental concerns, sustainable livestock farming must also take into account the importance of animal welfare. Healthy, happy animals are key to producing high quality meat, milk and eggs. It is therefore essential to ensure that animals are raised in the right conditions, with access to clean water, adequate food and enough space to move around.
The implementation of animal welfare standards and the certification of products from systems that respect these standards are important measures to ensure more sustainable livestock.
Challenges and obstacles in the transition to sustainable livestock farming
Despite the potential benefits, the transition to more sustainable livestock farming faces a number of challenges and obstacles. One of the main challenges is resistance to change by producers and consumers. Many producers are used to conventional practices and may face difficulties in adopting new approaches.
Furthermore, consumers may be reluctant to try alternative products or pay a higher price for sustainable food. Lack of financial incentives and adequate government policies can also hinder the transition to sustainable livestock. Therefore, a concerted effort by everyone involved in the food chain is needed to overcome these obstacles and drive change.
Government policies and initiatives to support sustainable livestock farming
To boost the transition to more sustainable livestock, it is essential that governments put in place appropriate policies and initiatives. This can include creating financial incentive programs for producers who adopt sustainable practices, promoting certifications and labels that identify products from sustainable systems, and implementing stricter regulations to ensure animal welfare and environmental protection.
It is also important to invest in research and development of innovative technologies that can improve efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of livestock farming. By providing adequate support, governments can play a key role in promoting sustainable livestock.
The future of sustainable livestock farming
The future of livestock is intrinsically linked to sustainability. As we face global challenges such as climate change and scarcity of natural resources, it is essential to adopt sustainable practices. Sustainable livestock farming can offer a range of benefits, from reducing environmental impact to promoting human health and economic development.
However, to achieve sustainability in livestock, a joint effort by governments, producers, consumers and companies is required. Through the implementation of appropriate policies, investments in research and development, and a change in mindsets around food production and consumption, we can build a future where livestock is an integral part of a sustainable food system.
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http://www.bellairfarm.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2&Itemid=4 | 2013-12-06T16:26:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386163052107/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204131732-00004-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.960629 | 286 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__178530233 | en | Bellair Farm CSA began in 2011. It runs for at least 22 weeks beginning around the last week of May and through the end of October. Each week you and your family will be able to come right to the farm to pick up your produce, either on Wednesday afternoons (10-3) or Saturday mornings (9-2). You will also have the option to pick up your share in town at the Waldorf School (Monday 4-6), Meade Park Market (Wednesdays 3-7), or the UVA Grove Street Market (3-7).
When to Expect Produce Throughout the Season:
What is CSA?
CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Farmers and consumers enter into a mutually beneficial relationship that supports the farm for the benefit of the local community. When you purchase a share ahead of the growing season you will be buying your vegetables for about half the market price. As a shareholder you also have the opportunity to be directly connected to the farm where your food is grown. You will have the opportunity, when you pick up your share, to chat with the farmer and crew, pick some of your vegetables, enjoy the farm, and receive a weekly newsletter with recipes and ideas for your table. The CSA benefits the farmer as well. He or she gets the annual income in the spring when it is most needed to buy seed and equipment for the coming season. | agronomy |
https://oceansideequestrian.com/facility | 2022-09-26T05:11:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030334802.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20220926051040-20220926081040-00505.warc.gz | 0.914434 | 472 | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__290897486 | en | 24X24 Mare Motel Fully Covered : $425
30x50 Large paddocks with Shelter : $425
24x24 corrals with shelters from $385 to $425
Largest Pastures in Southern Coastal California "group pasture" :$325 Per Horse. All pastures have a shelter, some have trees also.
Private pasture available TBD.
Corrals with shelters including daily turnout to pasture : $395 to $425 (This option is great for the horse who needs to be in a pasture but
requires a different type of feed than fed in the pasture, needs medication, special leg wraps, blanketing, etc. The pasture is adjacent to the
12 x 24 or 24 x 24 sheltered corrals.
We feed only the highest quality of alfalfa, the alfalfa grown in Imperial County is the best alfalfa grown in the world. Our high quality bermuda hay is full of nutrients. We also offer Teff or Orchard which are an additional cost to the above costs. We feed 2x daily, 15-20# a day, about 10# of hay AM and 10# pm.
Water: Fresh water is put in the troughs daily. Troughs are cleaned as needed. Due to water restrictions in California, we do not empty troughs every day but as needed. Some corrals have auto waterers, others have large buckets or troughs. We observe the water consumed by each horse during feeding, changing water or cleaning. Many cases of colic have been prevented.
All corrals and paddocks are cleaned daily.
OEC has a full range of services to offer.
Supplements or extra feeding (owner supplied supplement) or hay cost + $30/month
Blanketing, fly masks, Fly sheet: $60/month on/off or $30/month on OR off daily.
Bronze, Silver, Gold Packages of Services that include turnouts, lunging, leg wraps, and more.
Multi Horse discount available Call for details.
Chris at : 760.717.1101 | agronomy |
https://www.chsagsolutions.com/ | 2024-03-03T08:42:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476211.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303075134-20240303105134-00439.warc.gz | 0.941244 | 309 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__63093858 | en | CHS provides fertilizers, crop protection products, seed, precision services and innovative farm technology solutions to help you grow healthy, profitable crops – all delivered through the trusted local experts at your local CHS retailer.
Our farmer-owners will appreciate our robust agronomy platform. We find the best products from around the world and bring them to your farm, so you have exactly what you need, when you need it. We also connect you with advanced technology, precision services and solid, local agronomy expertise. Our approach is collaborative. Our infrastructure is unmatched. And our commitment to serving farmers is unwavering.
CHS invested in nitrogen production through CF Nitrogen LLC, a joint venture with CF Industries, providing CHS with access to domestically produced UAN and urea to complement extensive infrastructure that includes import assets in Galveston, Texas and across the river system. More recently, CHS expanded its crop protection capabilities – giving you a truly comprehensive, farmer-owned supply partner.
CHS is focused on supplying products that make your job easier. Our team includes highly trained, trusted professionals who take pride in superior logistics, technical service, custom treatment, and fully supporting your goals. We now offer broader capabilities and more extensive expertise—and more products, services and technologies—to help you grow healthy, profitable crops.
CHS Acuvant, part of our adjuvant portfolio, is available exclusively through CHS Country Operations and formulated to help farmer-owners get the most from their investment in crop protection products. | agronomy |
http://www.bransonbank.com/index.php?id=227 | 2016-02-14T12:36:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-07/segments/1454701962902.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20160205195242-00214-ip-10-236-182-209.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.945299 | 286 | CC-MAIN-2016-07 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-07__0__33353839 | en | On Thursday, April 17th, Branson Bank and the University of Missouri Extension Office hosted the ‘Hay In The Ozarks, Program and Dinner,’ offering important information to local farmers.
“I appreciate the assistance of Branson Bank and Larson Farm and Lawn for their vital role in making this event possible," says Tim Schnakenberg, Regional Agronomy Specialist with the University of Missouri Extension Office. “Knowledge was shared that will make a difference this year in the farm economy in Taney County.”
Over 60 local farmers attended the event that began at 4:30 pm at Joe Smith’s Farm in Taneyville. Area farmers attended the workshop to learn tips and techniques regarding Hay production and use. Topics discussed include: cost of making hay, quality, improvement, loss, haylage, and construction and feasibility of a hay barn.
After the presentation, participants traveled to Taneyville School for a meal and short presentation about loan products offered at Branson Bank. “As a community bank, we look for ways to give back to our friends and neighbors,” said Dean Harmon, Executive Vice President at Branson Bank. “We will continue to support the community, utilizing the resources made available to us by great partners including the Missouri Extension Office, as well as, providing the financial assistance necessary to help our neighbors grow and prosper.” | agronomy |
https://www.ica-usa.org/news/an-urban-learning-lab | 2024-02-21T07:54:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473401.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221070402-20240221100402-00532.warc.gz | 0.945138 | 457 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__170219224 | en | As the projects have evolved, so has the GreenRise. It now houses a greenhouse in the community kitchen, which both provides herbs and vegetables for the community and acts as a food waste hub. GreenRise aims to address environmental concerns through a variety of waste reduction methods with a focus on agriculture.
Methods to cut down on waste include but aren't limited to composting and bokashi (food fermentation process) and working with the intentional community to collect food scraps to create an enriched compost. The compost will be used in conjunction with hyperaccumulating plants in an effort to remediate the buildings parking lot soil to create a sanctuary for wildlife. Through our gardening and waste reduction models, GreenRise looks to be an example to others on the future possibilities Urban Agriculture holds.
The exciting activities within GreenRise join hundreds of urban agriculture initiatives underway all over the country, providing innovative, alternative approaches to food sourcing in urban settings. In March, the GreenRise community witnessed some of these activities in a screening of Growing Cities as part of the One Earth Film Festival. The film followed the journey of filmmakers Dan and Andrew as they traveled to cities across the US to find people who are challenging the status quo through urban farming initiatives, from gardens on rooftops, vacant lots, and inside rehabbed buildings to using a lawnmower powered by rabbits.
The screening, which drew an audience of 75, was followed by presentations from three local urban agriculture initiatives forging new paths in Chicago, including Loud Grade Produce Squad, Peterson Garden Project and Green Scene Chicago. The audience was then engaged in a lively discussion and reflection facilitated by Learning Lab resident Pamela Bergdall. Pam engaged the audience in thinking about what ideas and practices showcased in the movie piqued their excitement, and how they were inspired to change their own behaviors and actions.
As Chicago thaws from the winter time freeze, the community prepares for the spring planting of the rooftop vegetable garden. The garden will showcase urban gardening models made from low cost and reused materials that work with nature to attract beneficial wildlife. More than an increase in the ICA GreenRise agricultural footprint, the rooftop garden will allow the community to explore innovative Urban Agricultural techniques and their ability to be integrated into just about any space. | agronomy |
https://hmfarms.ca/ | 2023-12-02T12:36:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100399.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202105028-20231202135028-00163.warc.gz | 0.897967 | 199 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__242525252 | en | H&M Farms is committed to nourishing communities, cultivating relationships, and advancing eco-friendly farming solutions
What began as a 560-acre farm in 1975 is now a thriving operation that produces wheat, corn, soybeans, sunflowers, edible beans, hemp, oats, and feed grains throughout Manitoba. We continue to grow, but our core values of Community, Quality, and Environmental Sustainability remain the same. H&M Farms is family-owned, proudly Manitoban, and passionate about maximizing profitability, mitigating risk through diversification, and building meaningful connections with landowners, other stakeholders, and our employees.
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https://www.cypruslivepets.com/nu3xbw8/article.php?56b24e=zone-9b-planting-guide-flowers | 2021-06-25T02:44:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623488567696.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20210625023840-20210625053840-00217.warc.gz | 0.912587 | 3,738 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__82520223 | en | Below are merely a handful of perennials in zone 9 gardens that stand out amongst most others. Keep the Betterdays coming with gardening tips and exclusive offers. There are a ton of options for you and many of what are considered annuals in other places, will actually be perennials in our zone. Be still my heart. Print out your Zone 9 planting calendar and enjoy some homemade guacamole from your own backyard. Scroll below to learn more about the plants you selected including whether theyâre suited for your planting zone, whether you should start indoors or sow directly, and how many days until theyâre ready to harvest. Now that is what we call Betterdays! There are also quite a few fruit trees including citrus and avocado that do well in Zone 9. My new favorite plant that I'm going to us in a pot as a creeper is aptenia or baby sun rose. Plant Hardiness Zone Maps for Neighboring Countries France Hardiness Zone Map USDA Zone: 4a-9b. Hummingbirds are unable to resist trumpet vine (Campsis radicans), which produces masses of yellow, red, or salmon, trumpet-shaped blooms. Each plant contains two links providing growing information, watering needs, flower color, and when it blooms. Based on the USDA Hardiness Zone Map, this interactive version covers the country of United Kingdom which ranges from Zone 6b to Zone 10b. It offers appealing small-large flowers that come in a variety of colors except for blue. Why Planting Zones Matter. Remember...Zone maps are not perfect and could be incorrect if you live in a micro-climate within a zone. Firebush â Most plants are severely damaged. Shop high-quality petunia seeds & plants available at Burpee. Iklan Tengah Artikel 1. Planting a garden is an investment of both time and money. A familiar North American native, black-eyed susan (Rudbeckia hirta) produces waves of daisy-like blooms in sunny shades of red, rust, yellow, and bronze, each with dark eye in the center. Buddleia is available in a huge variety of colors, including white, pink, purple, yellow, red, lavender, and blue. Planting season extends all the way to the end of the year if the days are mostly sunny. Planting zones can actually flip flop around depending on the weather. Be sure to check with your local nursery before planting, but many plant varieties can be sown directly in this zone because of the warmer soil temperatures and longer growing season. Native Plants for Zone 9. Zone 5 Zone 6 The USDA plant hardiness zone map is the standard by which gardeners can determine which plants are most likely to thrive in a specific location. Allow plenty of space for this rambunctious vine. Zinnia is a favorite plant of many gardeners from generations as it is very less demanding. Plants in zone 9a will tolerate minimum temperatures of no lower than 20 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Native to the prairies of the American Midwest, Liatris (Liatris spicata), a member of the aster family, produces tall spikes of purple, pink, or white flowers in mid- to late summer. Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a tough but beautiful plant that thrives in hot, dry conditions. ), also known as butterfly bush for very good reason, is a sun-loving, flowering shrub that reaches heights of 3 to 5 feet (1 to 1.5 m.). The Plant Pages give you all the basics - and then some! It surely is one of the best flowers to plant in Florida! Snowbirds - Find easy-going plants that can thrive with only part-time care. If youâre located in Zone 9, your growing and planting calendar will consist of multiple growing seasons and a variety of options to add to your garden. Natives & Long-Time Residents - Learn more about plants you have and "window-shop" for new ones. Find a wide variety of organic and hybrid mixes and ⦠Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips! See more ideas about plants, flowers, planting flowers. U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9a and b reach across the nation's southern section. Lantana grows well in USDA Zones 1-8, with perennial varieties doing well in USDA Zones 9-11. Seed Planting Calendar USDA Planting Zone 9b â Fall Home / Seed Planting Calendar USDA Planting Zone 9b â Fall January / February / March / April / May / June / July / August / September / October / November / December Sedum (Sedum spp.) Sign up for our newsletter. If you plant something at the wrong time for your zone, youâve wasted time, money, and effort. Vegetable gardening for zone 9 takes place nearly year round. List of Zone 9 States. Asiatic lily (Lilium asiaticum) is a nearly foolproof perennial available in several stunning solid colors and bi-colors. Gardening in zone 9b is great because itâs a year-round planting zone. See more ideas about plants, planting flowers, beautiful flowers. A fast multiplier that grows from bulbs planted in fall or early spring, Asiatic lily is easy to divide for planting elsewhere in your garden, or for sharing with gardening friends. Growing zone 9 perennial plants is truly a piece of cake, and the most difficult part is deciding which zone 9 perennials you like best. are popular too and available in many colors as well. Some Lantana varieties act as a somewhat tender perennial plant in USDA Zones 7-8. Since perennial plants for zone 9 are so abundant, choosing the right ones means narrowing the list to those that pique your interest the most, provided they are suitable candidates for your particular gardening site. May 23, 2020 - Explore Lisa Riney's board "Flowers for Planting, Zone 9-10", followed by 150 people on Pinterest. When shopping for new plants for your garden landscape, the terms âplant hardiness zones,â âgrowing zonesâ and âplanting zonesâ may at ⦠Planting zones define, generally, which plants can survive winter in your area, and the zones are typically listed in plant growing guides for reference. Custom programming and server maintenance by Reinvented Inc.. Connect With Us Zone 9 Planting Guide. Plant Hardiness Zone 9B in South Central Florida to guide the design and installation of Florida-Friendly Landscaping⢠(FFL) in residential neighborhoods (Figure 1). Shade Gardening for Zone 9 Plants â Partial Shade & Full Shade This is a full list of shade plants that will survive a Zone 9 hardiness gardening zone. Zone 9 has a long growing season with hot summers. 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If you are planning to buy a shrub, perennial or tree, you need to make sure that this new plant will tolerate year-round conditions in your area. Planting zones are areas you can find on a growing zone map that show exactly which plants are best suited to thrive in your given area, or zone. By adopting Florida-Friendly principles for residential yards, homeowners can create environmentally sound landscapes that conserve and protect both water and energy. Enjoy our photos. The way the map works is like this: based on the average annual minimum winter temperature, divided into 10-degree F zones. Additional Shade plants based on the gardening zone. What gardening or planting zones? Why select my growing zone? Your geographic location will affect how successful your flowers or plants will grow in your gardening areas. This USDA zones map will help you determine which zone you're in, which will in turn help you determine which plants you ⦠California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida all include climates within zone 9 and they are areas which have warmer winters and hot summers. Gardenality is a gardening-centric site made by gardeners for gardeners with tools that enhance any gardening for the expert to the weekend gardener. The list of perennial plants in zone 9 is nearly endless, but here is a brief rundown on a few favorites. You can choose from vines, woody-stemmed shrubs and tender, herbaceous plants. Knowing your gardening zones for hardiness and heat can help you decide which plants to choose. Sedum is available in a tremendous range of colors, sizes and forms. Hostas, available in a variety of sizes, colors, and forms, require surprisingly little care. From the moment you pick it up, youâll notice these nozzles are different. The range of minimum average temperatures for zone 9 is between 20°F and 30°F or -6.7°C and -1.1°C. Perennial lantana can grow as tall as 6-feet, and as wide as 10-feet if they have the right growing conditions. This means that on a really cold year, the coldest it will get is 25°F.On most years you should be prepared to experience lows near 30°F.. Below is a list of planting guides for Zone 9b. Many work well as easy-care groundcovers. About Zone 9b Vegetable Planting. Most vegetable varieties will have no problem maturing before your first frost date. If youâve ever put in the effort to start your plants from seeds, or youâve shelled out the money to plant a garden from seedlings someone else has started, you understand why planting zones matter.. By: Mary H. Dyer, Credentialed Garden Writer. Gardenality.com lets you build virtual gardens, share your gardening pictures, rate gardens, take gardening quizzes, search for plants by attribute such as type, soil, sun, water needs, plus hundreds more, and has hundreds of helpful ⦠The gardening zones in zone 9 are zone 9a and 9b. Hosta (Hosta spp.) Although not true lilies, daylily varieties (Hemerocallis spp.) While my love is endearing, I am occasionally heartbroken when the odd deep freeze in my zone 8b Austin steals my dear bulbine away.Bulbine Live Plants, ava⦠Since perennial plants for zone 9 are so abundant, choosing the right ones means narrowing the list to those that pique your interest the most, provided they are suitable candidates for your particular gardening site. These include: Citrus trees thrive in Zone 9, but are vulnerable to unexpected cold snaps. The ZONE GARDEN: A SUREFIRE GUIDE TO GARDENING IN ZONES 8, 9, 10 Paperback â March 5, 1997 by Charlotte Frieze (Author) 4.5 out of 5 stars 28 ratings This heat- and sun-loving butterfly magnet is also known as blazing star. Planting Zone 9 is whatâs considered a year-round planting zone due to its ideal temperature and growing conditions. If you arenât in a zone 9 climate, you can scroll down to get tips for fall gardening in zones 3-8. Hot weather and drought-like conditions donât mean a beautiful yard and garden is out of reach. Vegetable Planting Guide Gardening Guide Zone 9 And Zone 10 Choosing Succulents For Zone 9 California Florida And Arizona ... 0 Response to "Zone 9 Planting Guide Flowers" Post a Comment. Read more articles about Zone 9, 10 & 11. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Iklan Atas Artikel. Hardiness Zone; Acampo: Zone 9b: 25°F to 30°F: Acton: Zone 9a: 20°F to 25°F: Adin: Zone 6b: -5°F to 0°F: Agoura: Zone 10b: 35°F to 40°F: Agoura Hills: Zone 10b: 35°F to 40°F: Agua Dulce: Zone 9a: 20°F to 25°F: Aguanga: Zone 8b: 15°F to 20°F: Ahwahnee: Zone 8b: 15°F to 20°F: Alameda: Zone 9b⦠I'm also in Zone 9b, but I'm in San Jose. Zone 9 Fall Planting Guide June 27, 2020 Protect Sensitive Plants from Strong Summer Sun June 9, 2020 How to Grow Cilantro June 5, 2020 Designed with mobility in mind, they feature Gilmourâs innovative Swivel Connect. When gardeners talk about gardening zone, they are typically talking about the USDA Plant Hardiness Zones. There are fruit trees, flowers, nut trees and other plants suitable for Zone 9. Then along came the winter of 2009-2010. Winter Hours Nov. 1 - Feb. 1 Retail Nursery Open 7 Days 9 - 4 Mailorder Department Open M-F, 8 - 4 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE: Retail Nursery: Closed Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving Closed Dec. 24 thru Jan. 1 Summer months make no difference on the Hardiness Map, but itâs still important to understand a particular plantâs level of heat tolerance. 15. Warm weather flowers and plants are suitable for planting in zone 9, where the annual minimum temperature is 20 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Newer Post Older Post Home. Buddleia (Buddleia spp. If youâre located in Zone 9, your growing and planting calendar will consist of multiple growing seasons and a variety of options to add to your garden. The two most commonly referenced hardiness zone maps are those produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture ( USDA ) and Natural Resources Canada ( NRC ). This tall perennial is valued not only for its gorgeous, bluish-purple blooms, but also the aromatic, silvery-green foliage. Newbies-Discover new-to-you plants and how to grow them in sandy soil and blazing sun. For instance, I live in western Manatee County on the Gulf Coast, and for most of the past 2 decades have been situated in Zone 10A with only occasional dips into Zone 9B temps. Find more gardening information on Gardening Know How: Keep up to date with all that's happening in and around the garden. Jul 13, 2018 - Explore jalokm's board "Plants For My Yard (zone 9b)", followed by 581 people on Pinterest. Plants that grow best in zone 9 and 9b are those that enjoy a long growing season and thrive during mild winters. Central Florida and up the coast to the Georgia border are located in USDA Hardiness Zone 9. Zone 9. is a fantastic choice for shady spots in zone 9 gardens, but it wonât last long in full sunlight. Our fast growing petunia seeds come in spreading, trailing and mounded varieties that flourish in beds, containers or as border flowers in any garden. Below are merely a handful of perennials in zone 9 gardens that stand out amongst most others. Fall gardening in zone 9 will mean that, for the most part, you start later than other zones. The average nighttime winter temperature in Zone 9 ranges from 20 to 30 degrees and this is the figure that determines which plants will grow well in the zone. Grow zinnia where it gets 6-8 hours of sun, in rich, and well-drained soil. Selecting Perennials for Zone 9. Zone 9b classification pertains only to winter. Planting Zone 9 is whatâs considered a year-round planting zone due to its ideal temperature and growing conditions. With a last frost date of March 1st and first frost date of December 15th. requires almost no maintenance and tolerates tough conditions, including drought, heat, and pests. The swivel allows the nozzles to pivot without, Winter Gardening Tips to Tackle in the Off Season, As winter marches on, avid gardeners become more and more eager to get growing. In addition to better technology, more weather tracking stations contributed data to the 2012 hardiness zone guide. In fact, many plants grown as annuals in cooler climates grow happily year round in zone 9 where temperatures rarely, if ever, dip below the freezing point. While you may not be able to dig your spade into the soil just yet, there is plenty, Design a Beautiful Drought Resistant Yard. Learn everything you need to know about drought tolerant landscaping, including the best type of plants. In light of those very garden-friendly parameters, here is a month-by-month guide that will carry you through an entire year of planting a zone 9 vegetable garden. Perennials of all sorts do well in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zone 9. How I love you, bulbine â your tall, slender, onion-like leaves, your succulent-ish self with your long, elegant, and intricate yellow or orange flower spikes!Bulbine frutescens is a perennial, but it has trouble withstanding anything more than a light frost. | agronomy |
http://caldwelllawn.com/aeration-green-healthy-lawn/ | 2019-02-23T07:50:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550249490870.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20190223061816-20190223083816-00190.warc.gz | 0.952026 | 303 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__155586855 | en | When is the Best Time to Aerate?
Aeration is best performed just before or during periods of high growth, but not immediately preceding or during periods of stress to the lawn, whether from heat or drought. The type of grasses that make up your lawn will determine the best time of year to aerate.
If you’re working with cool-season grasses, including bluegrass, fescue and ryegrass, it’s best to aerate during the growth periods in the spring and fall.
In the spring, wait until you’ve mowed the lawn a few times before aerating. This will ensure the lawn is growing fast enough to recover and take advantage of the increased pore space and air exchange at the root zone that aeration creates.
What To Do Before or After Aeration
Watering after aeration is always a good idea, as Friell said aeration should never be performed when turf is wet, or the dirt contains enough moisture to be muddy.
As mentioned earlier, the application of fertilizer and weed killer is beneficial shortly following aeration, but be sure to skip the weed killer if you’re going to overseed following aeration.
Friell said overseeding following aeration makes sense because seeds can take advantage of the disturbed surface to create better seed-to-soil contact.
“Better seed-to-soil contact means better conditions for successful germination.” | agronomy |
https://beth-johnston.com/the-formation-of-loess | 2024-04-24T07:01:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819067.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424045636-20240424075636-00131.warc.gz | 0.95134 | 121 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__87573975 | en | 2022- In Progress
Loess deposits are geologic formations made of windblown dust.
They are among the most fertile soils because of their porosity.
We* often think of dust as devoid of life- dustbowl, dusty, dirty.
But in this process of gathering, in the accumulation of particulates,
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I wonder, when does a stream become a river? When does a trickle become a cascade?
When does a pile of dust become loess?
When do plants begin to grow in the loess? | agronomy |
http://qld.welcome-to.com/bretts-outback-tasting-adventures-2/ | 2021-10-16T02:12:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323583408.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20211016013436-20211016043436-00599.warc.gz | 0.895776 | 231 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__84990991 | en | Queensland is home to some of the country’s finest foods and tastes. The spectacular Atherton Tablelands is no exception to this, offering up a mouth-watering selection and a wide variety of natural produce and local creations. The best way to experience all of this is by going on a delicious and unforgettable tasting tour.
Brett’s Outback Tasting Adventures, run in both the Port Douglas and Cairns regions, provides the ultimate way to enjoy the local delicious delights. Sit back, relax and take in the beautiful views as you journey through Tropical North Queensland and savour its bounty. Enjoy the contrasting landscapes, from lush rainforests to stunning ochre savannah plains, and learn about the food you taste. Rich volcanic soil allows the farmers to grow varied and diverse crops – bananas, avocados, mangoes, macadamias, citrus fruits, coffee, sugar cane and more – so enjoy it all and taste your way around the region’s ‘tropical food bowl of the North’.
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http://naturereflected.com/2015/11/16/dirty-details-improving-your-soil-for-better-plant-growth/ | 2021-03-05T01:37:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178369553.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20210304235759-20210305025759-00239.warc.gz | 0.954026 | 791 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__71573645 | en | If you are having a hard time getting grass and other plants to grow well in your yard, there are many reasons why they might be struggling. A common reason is because your soil is nutritionally depleted or does not have the right texture to support rich and healthy plant growth. Here are some signs that your soil might be lacking and what you can do to fix it.
The composition of the soil in your yard is affected by many factors: the type of plants, climate, rainfall, drainage, and geography. For example, growing the same type of grass year after year without supplementing fertilizer or providing aeration depletes the soil of vital nutrients, and geography affects composition and the types of inorganic and organic material present in your dirt. However, the signs of poor soil quality are similar, no matter where you live or what your weather is like:
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- More weeds grow than grass. The occasional dandelion is no cause for alarm, but if your lawn is more dandelions and other broad leaf, tap-root type plants than grass, you know you've got a soil problem. Weeds are hardier than lawn grasses and have much more aggressive root systems. They can handle poor soil quality better than grass can.
- Few insects. Soil that is healthy provides a habitat for decomposing organisms, including earthworms, beetles, and grubs. If you dig up some of your soil and see very few, if any, your soil health is suffering.
- Hard-packed sub-soil. Depleted soil often has settled into hard layers--the sandy, loamy portions of the dirt that help to support drainage have separated and created hard areas that are difficult for roots (or shovels) to penetrate.
What You Can Do
Once you know that your soil is the problem, it's best to begin amending your soil. Usually, this means adding in new material to help bring new life into the old dirt. What you add depends on many factors, including your soil composition and pH levels. Common additives include the following:
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- Sand. Sand is added to soils that are heavy in clay. Clay prevents water from draining, which can cause root systems to fail. Heavy watering or rainfall drowns roots planted in clay-based soil.
- Manure. Rich in plant fibers and nutrients, manure is one of the best fertilizers and can help adjust the pH level in soil.
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President Yoweri Museveni has urged the Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) task force led by Gen.Salim Saleh to sensitize subsistence farmers who have 1-4 acres of land to engage in commercial agriculture for improved incomes.
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He said family organization would help stop land fragmentation practice and boost commercial agriculture production.
The President was today speaking at a meeting with the Uganda Peoples Defense Forces officers who are implementing the Operation Wealth Creation programme in different parts of Uganda at State House Entebbe.
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He asked them to focus on growing perennial crops that are easy to look after when they mature.
The President urged the officers to first deal with the farmers who have little land acreage saying that the government will find a way to help those without land later.
The President said people at the grassroots should first be empowered to come out of poverty by engaging in cost effective income generating projects adding that he wants an approach that is undertaken per parish in implementing the operation wealth creation programme.
He called on the officers to encourage the farmers to concentrate on growing perennial crops like Coffee, fruits, tea among other cash crops. He also urged them to allow the selection of the beneficiaries of the inputs to be done by the people themselves in order to avoid conflicts.
The President emphasized the need for the inputs like the seedlings that are procured by the contractors to be delivered to the farmers at the right season of planting without delay.
The Minister for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries Hon. Tress Buchanayandi expressed the need for the government to recruit and facilitate extension service providers to give technical support to the farmers. He commended the UPDF officers for the good work done in the distribution of inputs to the farmers. | agronomy |
http://ilwac.oss-online.org/en/land-axis | 2022-07-05T21:18:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104628307.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20220705205356-20220705235356-00508.warc.gz | 0.877078 | 438 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__135126287 | en | As part of its new Strategy, the OSS will work within the framework of the United Nations Decade (2021-2030) for the Restoration of Ecosystems and will align itself with the 2018-2030 UNCCD Strategic Framework and the future post-2020 Biodiversity Global Framework. In particular, it will provide decision-makers and development stakeholders with useful tools for decision-making in the areas of mitigating the negative effects of desertification and land degradation, forecasting and contending with the drought impacts.
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Grow and Eat Organic Vegetables Right from your Garden.
It is worldly wisdom that we should eat our greens. That is the way to health, and if we grow our own greens, we will have health and happiness. Whenever you take up any creative activity you are bound to be happy, gardening included. Kitchen gardening adds so much spice to one's life. Our elders laid much emphasis on the importance of garden produce for good diet, well before doctors started advising us about vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Bliss Green Farms is one of the Urban Farming companies in India and it specializes in Rooftop/Balcony Organic Farming, Organic Farming kit, Organic Kitchen Gardening, Self-irrigating balcony stands, Herb stands, Leafy Stands, Organic Balcony stands, consultancy for organic farming etc.
Bliss Green Farms was founded in 2014 with a goal to develop and promote organic methods of sustainable farming in urban Terrace/Balcony Garden. In other words, retain the goodness of natural products and bring about self-sufficiency among-st the farmers.
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SHADE NET HOUSE / NETHOUSE
The Shade Net Houses offered by us are suitable for:
- Producing nurseries for vegetables, fruits and flowering/ foliage plants
- Plantation nurseries
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Net houses are covered with appropriate mesh made up of nylon and other materials as per the need. All structure is made from G.I. Pipes for long life.
HYDROPONICS/ SEMIHYDROPONICS GREENHOUSE
Hydroponics is a subset of hydroculture and is a method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions, in water, without soil. Terrestrial plants may be grown with their roots in the mineral nutrient solution only or in an inert medium, such as perlite or gravel.
Raise beautifully fresh organic fish and vegetables in your own backyard using an easy and water efficient growing system!
Aquaponics is a great way to grow vegetables and fish together. Your aquaponics system can use up to 90% less water than a normal garden whilst tripling the growth rate and doubling the amount of vegetables you can grow in the same area of soil.
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Vegetables We Grow
This weedy-looking Mediterranean native, sometimes called rocket is grown for its 1- to 4 inch long leaves, which resemble small mustard leaves and lend a nutty zing to green salads.
Tough this European native is best known for its edible roots, its tender young leaves are also tasty when chopped fine and added to salads
Carrots were probably first developed in Afghanistan; the familiar orange versions were selected from yellow ones in the Netherlands around 1600.
Cauliflower is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean region. Cauliflower is similar to broccoli with its size and method of growing.
Gourd Family Cucumbers are a must for a Harvest to Home customer. If you haven’t tried a home grown cucumber then you haven’t really tasted a cucumber!
The onion bulb has been in cultivation since the time of the ancient Egyptians. Homegrown onions are very sweet and delicious.
Nightshade Family Peppers are native to tropical South America. All types grow on attractive bushy plants ranging from less than a foot high to 4 ft tall
This wonderful cool season plant is thought to have originated in central Asia. It grows in upright leafy clumps up to about 1ft tall.
Nightshade Family Both easy and prolific the classic tomato is king of the Harvest to Home garden. Just one box can easily produce 30 to 50 POUNDS of sweet delicious tomatoes!
Maintaining a Kitchen garden isn’t easy, it takes time and knowledge to ensure a healthy plants which give you a healthy harvest.We have a few different programs to help maintain your garden, from the avid gardener to the totally inexperienced.
Existing Vegetable Gardens
We can help you add thing needed, new soil, plants, irrigation, soil turnover, and fertilizing. We also offer maintenance on existing gardens. | agronomy |
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We received a grant from the Commonwealth Department of Health and Aging to assist with set up costs for the garden and upgrading the canteen facilities to encourage our children to enjoy growing organic food and to learn how to cook and eat the produce they grow.
Latrobe is a rural town, not far from Devonport, Tasmania on the North-West Coast of the island. It enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate, and farms in the areas grow an enormous range of produce.
Currently, the plans for the garden have been drawn up, planning for the site is well underway, and organic soil is being delivered to fill garden beds. We are planning a working bee to undertake construction of the beds, drainage and fences.
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- You could try fertilizing your garden once a month for a few months to see what happens.
When you think of fertilizing your garden, you envision adding a small number of nutrients to the soil that will allow your plants to grow larger and stronger. Whilst this is true, it won’t happen overnight. It can take months for poor-quality soil to become fertile, so your best bet is to dig in some organic matter, preferably well-rotted compost, and leave it for the worms to cultivate. Stay away from artificial fertilizers – they wreak havoc on the environment and will do more harm than good in the long run.
- You could try new plants in different areas of your garden to see if they will grow there.
Don’t think that just because you live in a desert, you can’t have a gorgeous garden. You have to make some adjustments in the kinds of plants you use and how you plan for water. So, when you go to your local garden store for new plants, ask the professional there for tips to keep the plants thriving in your weather condition. You can also use plants that are specifically adapted to dry temperatures. Additional tip: use a pickup truck (like a Toyota Tacoma, for instance) for transporting the plants back, and you should make sure they are covered safely under a Tacoma bed cover so as to prevent impairment. Otherwise, if you come back home with damaged plants, then what was the point in you going all the way to buy new plants in the first place? That being said, with a little knowledge and some hard work, you can have a thriving garden in the desert.
- You could try a drip irrigation system as a new way to water your garden.
Drip irrigation systems can save you time, money, and, most of all, water. These systems are a new way to water your garden, and can be used in your vegetable garden, flower bed, or even around your trees, and are a great alternative to your regular sprinklers.
- You could try a new method to aerate your soil to see if this will help your plants grow better.
Taking care of your garden is a year-round job. This time of year, you may be busy planning your spring garden, but many gardeners neglect winter maintenance. While the ground is covered in snow, it’s a good time to think about the upcoming growing season and a good time to aerate your soil. There are several ways to do this, but I’d like to focus on pretty simple to do and pretty cheap.
- You could try providing shelter for your garden plants from cold and strong winds.
It’s important to shelter your garden plants from cold and strong winds, as these can be fatal to your vegetable plants. While you can achieve this by erecting a cold frame or greenhouse, you can also do it by using your home and other buildings, such as a garage. If you’re not sure what’s involved in Greenhouse Construction, visit a website like ggs-greenhouse.com to find out more.
- You could try a new method to protect your plants from birds, animals, and insects.
If you are an avid gardener, you will know that it is a lot of work to maintain your garden. Not only do you have to keep planting new seeds and flowers, but you also have to protect your plants from animals, insects, and birds that can damage your plants and steal your seeds. There are many ways that you can protect your plants from animals, insects, and birds. The methods you use will depend on the plants you grow, the animals, insects, birds in your area, and your budget.
For example, you can cover your plants with netting and wire to keep birds from eating them. Another option is to create a scarecrow to keep birds from landing on your plants.
Improving your garden is not a one-off task. It is a life-long job. But with the right care and attention, you can enjoy the benefits for a long time. So, it is a good idea to take a long-term approach to improve your garden. The only real mistake you can make is not to start improving your garden at all and you will end up with a garden that you do not enjoy year after year. | agronomy |
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Producers decided to put time and effort into creating these processed goods to get produce that was grown with love to the homes of even more families. From products with flavors that take you back to your mother's cooking to luxurious specialty items, we have numerous goods available to you. You can even use them daily in your home at the dining table or even as a small present.
Including 100% dairy milk made from cows raised in the pastures of Kyoto, we sell various dairy products such as yogurt which preserves the high quality, rich and creamy flavor of milk. Be sure to get a taste of these freshly made products.
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We sell eggs from chickens that were raised in a free-range environment where they are allowed to roam freely outdoors and in locations where gauges are not used in the coops. Eggs coming from chickens where even the feed was carefully selected is rare now in Japan, and while of course striving for safety was important, efforts to achieve their delicious taste has made our eggs top of the line.
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|Name||Farmer’s Market TAWAWA ASAGIRI|
|Address||Kamimata-30 nojo, Shinocho, Kameoka-shi. KYOTO
(next to JA Kyoto Shino Branch)[Google maps]
|Holidays||Every Wednesday, New Year’s
*No holidays in July and August
|Store Hours||9:00 AM to 5:00PM
|Parking Lot||120 spaces|
coming via car
Immediately from the Kyoto-Jukan Expressway Shino Interchange
Approx. 50 mins. from Osaka Ikeda
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Approx. 20 mins. from Yunohana Hot Springs
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Keihan Kyoto Kotsu Bus 10 mins.
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What is organic agriculture?
The term “organic” refers to how farmers cultivate and prepare agricultural (farm) products. Fruits, vegetables, cereals, dairy goods like milk and cheese, and meat are among these things. The following objectives are targeted by organic farming practises:
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- Cut pollution
- Provide safe, healthy places for farm animals (livestock) to live
- Enable natural farm animals’ behavior
- Promote a self-sustaining cycle of resources on a farm
Materials or methods not allowed in organic farming include:
- Artificial (synthetic) fertilizers to add nutrients to the soil
- Sewage sludge as fertilizer
- Most synthetic pesticides for pest control
- Using radiation (irradiation) to preserve food or to get rid of disease or pests
- Using genetic technology to change the genetic makeup (genetic engineering) of crops, which can improve disease or pest resistance, or to improve crop harvests
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To enhance the quality of the soil, plant waste (green manure), animal manure, or compost are spread over fields.
Rotating your plants helps maintain soil quality and breaks pest or disease cycles.
Cover crops to plough into soil to improve soil quality and avoid soil erosion when certain areas of land aren’t in use
Control weeds with mulch
Pest control using insects or insect traps
When used sparingly and only as a last resort in conjunction with a USDA organic certifying agent, some natural and a few synthetic pesticides have been permitted for use in organic farming.
For farm animals (livestock), organic agricultural strategies include:
access to the outdoors and wholesome living conditions
At least 30% of the nutritional requirements of farm animals are met by pasture feeding during the grazing season.
vaccines to prevent disease (vaccinations)
According to USDA recommendations, organic foods should be labelled as:
This mark is applied to single-ingredient items such as fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, and other certified organic products. If all of the ingredients, with the exception of salt and water, are organically certified, it may also be used on foods with a lot of ingredients. These might bear the USDA seal.
In order for a food to be labelled as organic, at least 95% of the ingredients—aside from salt and water—must be organically grown or produced. The non-organic ingredients must come from a list of additional ingredients that has been approved by the USDA. These might also bear the USDA seal.
A product may bear the claim “produced with organic ingredients” if it contains at least 70% certified organic ingredients. A morning cereal might say on the box, “made with organic oats,” for instance. Indicate which ingredients are organic in the ingredient list. The USDA seal cannot be placed on these goods.
Organic food components.
The term “organic” cannot be used to describe a product if less than 70% of its ingredients are actually certified organic. It cannot bear the USDA seal either. Which ingredients are organic may be determined from the ingredient list.
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http://www.bakedbyjoanna.com/2012/10/butter-lettuce.html | 2020-10-29T01:19:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107902683.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20201029010437-20201029040437-00699.warc.gz | 0.930339 | 274 | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__169490711 | en | With our garden in full swing, we can’t be more excited to grow a bountiful garden of veggies that will help us stay healthy and be so yummy to eat. Today we say hello to butter lettuce. We purchased this lettuce specifically because we never eat it. Not because it isn’t good, but really we tend to gravitate to the traditional iceberg and romaine heads of lettuce when shopping at the store. If it isn’t those two, we grab a bag of spinach. I found this to be the perfect opportunity to eat something new, and I hear you can trim the leaves and they keep growing back for a few months. Bonus!
As of today I can say that of the six we planted, I am confident that four heads of butter lettuce will be greeting us in the next month. The other two may not make it, but since I’m new to growing veggies, I’ll wait it out…you never know. In the meantime, here are some butter lettuce recipes I’m eager to try.
Spring Sunshine Salad
Butter Lettuce with Apples, Walnuts and Pomegranate Seeds
Grilled Butter Lettuce with Creamy Dressing
Butter Lettuce, Chicken and Cherry Salad
Lettuce Cups with Stir-Fried Chicken | agronomy |
https://enjoyjava.com/ethiopian-coffee/ | 2024-04-19T02:38:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817253.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419013002-20240419043002-00016.warc.gz | 0.96113 | 2,312 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__79966547 | en | If you’re a coffee lover, you’ve got to try Ethiopian coffee. With so many options, where should you start? In this guide, you’ll learn about the best beans, regions, and methods for coffee from Ethiopia.
Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee and has some of the most dynamic flavors you’ll find anywhere in the world. There are between 6 and 10 thousand different types of coffee from Ethiopia, but they are usually distinguished by their region, altitude, and cupping score instead of by type.
In this guide, to Ethiopian coffee, you’ll learn about its history, flavors, regions, and how to make it. Get ready to go all the way back to the origin of that dark drink we all know and love!
With a little background, you’ll be ready to try some today.
Table of Contents
The History of Ethiopian Coffee
A fascinating mixture of history and legend lies behind the discovery of coffee in Ethiopia. No one really knows quite where the legend ends and the history begins, however, most experts agree that Ethiopia is the only place in the world where coffee grows natively.
According to legend, a goat herder by the name Kaldi discovered that his goats were eating cherries that wound them up with endless energy. He decided to bring some of the cherries to local monks who might be able to tell him why they made his goats so much more active.
Upon seeing the cherries the monks threw them into a fire, fearing they may contain some evil magic. When they began to burn, however, the aroma they gave off was so enticing that the monks decided to remove them from the fire, ground them up and place them in a container of water. Later, the monks tried the first-ever brew, and voila, the art of drinking coffee was born.
Most historians only take the tale of Kaldi to be apocryphal and believe it is more likely that coffee was discovered by the nomadic Oromo people.
Since its discovery, it has slowly become the biggest export from Ethiopia and has remained that way through major government changes and social upheaval. To this day 60% of exports from Ethiopia are in coffee.
Where Did Coffee Originate?
Did coffee originate in Ethiopia? Yes, the coffee plant originated from Kaffa, a region in southwestern Ethiopia.
The Kafa Biosphere Reserve is located in the Kafa Zone of Ethiopia. It is inside this area where coffee was first discovered. And according to UNESCO, it is currently home to almost 5,000 wild Arabica coffee varieties.
Ethiopian Coffee Trademarks and Branding
To brand and protect the uniqueness of the product, Ethiopian coffee growers, importers, and even the Ethiopian national government have created networks, branding programs, and trademarks.
The most famous legal battle was Starbucks vs Ethiopia. This involved the licensing of these three Ethiopian coffee brands: Harar, Sidamo, and Yirgacheffe.
Ethiopian Geography & Coffee Growth
The coffee plants that grow indigenously are known as heirloom varieties due to their rich history of growing in a near-perfect natural environment, that seems almost built to grow coffee.
The soil where they primarily grow is just acidic enough for the plants to thrive.
Coupled with the high altitudes in mountainous regions and just the right amounts of rain make Ethiopia the perfect place for coffee to thrive.
9 Ethiopian Coffee Grading Categories
Ethiopian coffee beans are graded 1 through 9 by visual inspection for any defects and cup quality.
- 1-2: Specialty grade
- 3-9: Commercial grade
6 Ethiopian Coffee Regions
There are six major coffee regions in Ethiopia, though it is important to note that there are also sub-regions that go by their own name simply because they are trademarked.
Below we’ll outline the six major regions and point out the trademarks included in them.
Sidamo: This is the region where it is believed coffee originated. It is grown in the highlands between 4,920 and 7,220 feet above sea level. This means that the beans are considered “strictly high grown” (SHG) and have more time to gather nutrients from the soil which can result in a distinct flavor profile.
Sidamo’s coffee beans contain notes of citrus, berries, and lemon giving them a more acidic taste while maintaining a medium body. Please note that Sidamo includes Yirgacheffe and Guji coffee as well if you ever see those marketed as regions themselves.
Read more about how to describe coffee flavor notes.
While it is included above, Yirgacheffe is too important not to include in this list. Yirgacheffe coffee is considered to be among the best coffee in the world. It is grown at roughly 2,000 meters and is wet-processed.
Read more about Yirgacheffe coffee.
Guji: Guji zone coffee comes from southeastern Ethiopia. Heirloom varieties produce a full-flavored, strong coffee. The Guji coffee zone was created in 2002 and named after a Oromia tribe.
Coffee from the Guji zone presents a distinctive terroir that sets it apart from the larger Oromia region. Flavor notes include dark chocolate, floral, and sweetly tart acidity.
Harar: Harar is another one of the oldest coffee beans that continue to be produced to this day. It is cultivated in Ethiopia’s Eastern highlands and is still sorted and processed by hand.
It is generally thought to have hints of fruit, wine, and mocha in its flavor profile. Unlike Sidamo, it isn’t known for being extremely acidic but rather more balanced and full-bodied.
Genika: These are exclusively grown in the Bench Maji Zone of Ethiopia. They are therefore referred to as beans of a “single origin.” These small greyish coffee beans are known for a chocolate taste with hints of spice and wine and an especially appealing aroma.
Limu: Limu coffee beans are wet-processed and known for low acidity. Limu coffee comes from Limmu Sakka district (woredas) in the Oomia Region of Ethiopia. It is located west of Addis Ababa.
Ethiopian Coffee Beans: 3 Categories
There are three categories of Ethiopian coffee beans from the species Coffea arabica:
- Longberry: The largest of the three and the highest in quality.
- Shortberry: Smaller than longberry but still considered high quality.
- Mocha: Small but filled with a complex flavor profile that includes some acidity, spice, and even chocolate flavors.
How Ethiopian Coffee Beans Are Processed
Ethiopian coffee beans are processed either by sun-drying them or washing them.
Here’s how it’s done:
- Sun-drying: The cherries are first sorted by hand so that only the denser and higher-quality ones move on to the next step.
They are then placed on raised drying beds made of wood posts that are covered in burlap or nylon netting and set out in the sun for weeks to dry. Finally, they are milled to remove the husks and packaged for sale.
- Wet Processing: The cherries are placed in water for sorting, as the less dense cherries will float and the denser ones will sink. They use eco-pulpers to remove the skin to get to the parchment coffee.
Next, they remove mucilage by keeping the parchment coffee in a fermentation tank for two or three days. Once that is finished the coffee is placed in a soaking tank for twelve hours then put on a raised bed to dry for around two weeks.
They sort through the dried coffee to find any beans that have been damaged and send the good ones to a warehouse for dry processing. Finally, it is packaged and ready to sell.
Processing coffee berries is very labor-intensive. The berries and beans are handled numerous times before making it to market.
In this video, you’ll see the difference between wet and dry coffee processing in Ethiopia.
What Does Ethiopian Coffee Taste Like?
Ethiopian coffee is notorious for having a flowery taste with hints of wine as well as a slight berry aftertaste.
Depending on the region, they are medium to high in acidity, light to medium in body, and varied in their flavor notes.
The reason why they have so many fruity, wine-like and flowery flavors, is mainly due to the fact the beans are often dried while still contained within the cherry fruit of the coffee plant.
Here’s what a small coffee shop in Addis Ababa looks like. And how coffee is served in a jebena over hot charcoal. Notice how the coffee is ground by hand.
Best Ethiopian Coffee Available Today
While the best Ethiopian coffee available today is subjective to a large extent, coffee brands from the Yirgacheffe region (this is included in Sidamo), almost always find their way onto lists of people’s favorites.
This Yirgacheffe coffee by Volcanica is very popular.
People tend to like Yirgacheffe coffee because of the way they are organically grown and cultivated by hand. They have a medium body, high acidity, and are packed with the notorious fruity and wine-like flavors of Ethiopian coffee.
Their aroma as well has been described as “cinnamon with strawberry undertones.”
If you want to get a good idea of what makes Ethiopian coffee so delicious, Yirgacheffe is a great starting point!
Coffee Experts Discuss Ethiopian Coffee
In this video by Invest Ethiopia, a set of coffee experts share what they love about coffee from Ethiopia.
More reading: How to Make Coffee (17 Best Brewing Methods)
Which Ethiopian Coffee Will You Try?
You should try Ethiopian coffee if for no other reason than because it is the only place coffee has its origins and grows naturally. On top of that, you’ll get to enjoy fruity, wine-like flavors over a medium body that is irresistible.
In today’s world, there’s no excuse for not at least trying Ethiopian coffee if you’re a coffee lover.
You don’t have to go halfway around the world to get some yourself. All of the regional coffees we have discussed are readily available on Amazon! The only question left is which will you try?
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Q & A with Cathy Metz
Cathy Metz has served the City of Durango as Parks and Recreation Director for 20 years. The Parks and Recreation Department is nationally accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. Under her leadership, the Parks and Recreation Department has earned many accolades, including the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in the Field of Parks and Recreation Management, presented by the National Recreation and Park Association.
The following is an interview between Cathy Metz and me, conducted in person and via email for follow-up questions. It has been edited for length.
Melissa Youssef (MY): Thank you for sitting down with me. I appreciate that you have a lot on your plate. One of the biggest issues facing the community and the Parks and Recreation Department right now is the question of organic parks management. What do you think the successes and failures have been of this trial period?
Cathy Metz (CM): One area of success has been the response of the City in listening to and working with the community members who are concerned about the use of synthetic fertilizers and weed control in City parks. The City and organic parks advocates mutually agreed to an organic park turf management program and the City implemented the program methodically and carefully. The City was responsive to community concerns, dedicating a lot of resources to support the program, and Parks staff worked hard to make it work. The City, in collaboration with the organic parks advocates, put effort into finding a qualified consultant, and we followed his recommendations. The Parks and Recreation Department has heard that the responsiveness of the City has been appreciated and regarded as positive by the organic parks advocates.
What has not gone well: the outcome of the parks treated organically since 2013, when the program began under the advice of a qualified consultant. The organically managed parks simply have more weeds and the turf is thin and less resilient. When the program began, these parks had approximately five percent weed pressure and today the weed pressure is dramatically higher. Despite organic treatment, the City cannot achieve the turf quality in the organic parks to a similar level as those that are treated with the conventional program.
The City wants to be careful to not let parks in the organic program get to such disrepair that they have to be rescued. In that case, conventional practices would be required to re-establish the quality of the turf, which can be costly.
MY: Some organic advocates suggest that weeds aren’t such a critical problem. What is your response?
CM: The success of the program is really a matter of perspective. The organic park advocates believe that weeds can be mowed and that weeds are acceptable in a higher concentration in turf. Weeds do pose a problem, however, particularly when those parks are used for athletic facilities. Bare spots and broadleaf weeds can be slick, opening up risks to slipping and injuries for users. The City has observed that it is problematic for athletic facilities to be treated organically.
In 2013 all nine parks initially in the program contained approximately five percent weeds. When the City utilizes conventional methods, Parks staff are able to stabilize the weed pressure to provide high-quality and safe turf. With organic methods, the City is observing much more clover, bind weed, plantain, dandelions and noxious weeds in the turf. Interestingly, clover indicates that there is not enough nutrients in the soil to support the grass.
MY: Is there a key factor that determines the success or failure of parks treated with organic methods?
CM: Yes. Heavy use parks and athletic fields have not done well under organic treatments.
MY: How do you respond to the argument that playing on the conventionally-treated grass can cause health risks?
CM: The City of Durango and the Parks and Recreation Department is very conscientious about the safety and welfare of residents. It’s our first priority. The Parks and Recreation Department did extensive research on conventional turf management practices because we were very concerned about the allegations of harm to children and dogs.
The City is aware that an excess of many commercially available compounds can cause cancer. Harmful effects of chemicals can have adverse impacts if inappropriately utilized. Therefore, Parks staff and hired licensed contractors strictly follow all of the proper procedures, protocols and use for all chemicals – organic or synthetic.
MY: From where did you pull most of your research?
CM: The Parks and Recreation Department staff researched several reliable and credible sources to obtain the proper information on the harmful effects of the synthetic fertilizers and weed control. Research was gathered from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Colorado Department of Agriculture, the La Plata County Weed Manager, Rod Cook and the Colorado State University Extension Specialist – Turf College of Agricultural Sciences.
Rod Cook was extremely helpful regarding human health factors and legal obligations (city and statewide) pertaining to weed control efforts. He provided information on widely used active ingredients, such as 2, 4-D in herbicides, and he referred the City to sites for further research. Rod also advised that any chemical used should be tested and certified as safe – whether organic or synthetically produced.
The Colorado Department of Agriculture regulates chemical use and application methodology in the state and licenses applicators to apply herbicides. Contractors hired by the City use only chemicals that are approved by the both EPA and the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
The Parks and Recreation Department completed a lot of research through the EPA since the EPA is the regulatory authority and authorizes chemicals for public use. There is no credible research that documents synthetic fertilizers are harmful to human and animal health.
MY: You mentioned 2, 4-D, which is a point of concern for many. What did you learn?
CM: 2, 4-D is the active component in herbicides that is most concerning to organic park advocates. It is used in agriculture for food production, so it’s highly regulated and has been studied extensively. A United States Department of Agriculture Study reviewed the 2, 4-D epidemiology and toxicology data and concluded after decades of extensive use that 2, 4-D herbicides are low in toxicity to humans and animals, and no scientifically documented health risks, either acute or chronic, exist from approved uses of 2, 4-D. It appears the concerns that people are expressing specific to 2, 4-D are not scientifically supported and the herbicides used by approved applicators in City parks are safe.
The City understands the public’s concern that repeated exposure of low doses causes problems. There are a lot of chemicals in our society that can have harmful effects. If chemicals are not managed appropriately, they can be harmful. That is why there are standards and protocols established that Parks staff and licensed contractors follow. All products on the market have directions on how to properly use them and the City follows those requirements. Parks staff read the material safety data sheets and take all recommended precautions. That is standard in the industry for use of any chemicals.
The City uses certified and tested products in turf management and follows the correct application rate. Herbicides such as 2, 4-D are absorbed by the grass and are not flowing into the river or harming the environment. The conventional turf management practices implemented by Parks staff are not harmful to members of the community or children or pets or wildlife. According to the 2, 4-D website at www.24d.org, 2, 4-D was introduced in 1946 and it is the most widely used herbicide in the world. The EPA would remove this produce from public use if it were scientifically proven that it is harmful to human health.
MY: Tell us about the soil study.
CM: The Parks and Recreation Department completed soil tests this year with a qualified laboratory to conduct a biological analysis to answer the question of whether the conventional turf management program was sterilizing the soil and killing beneficial soil microbes. The soil tests were done at Santa Rita Park (not in the organic program) and Schneider Park (in the organic program). The soil report indicated that the health of the soil at Schneider Park was not well balanced and was too fungal for turf. In contrast, the Santa Rita Park test reported the soil is correctly balanced fungal and bacterial biomass for turf. So the assertion that the City’s conventional turf management program is killing microbes and sterilizing the soil is false.
The City can observe that parks that have been treated with conventional methods have a very strong, healthy stand of grass. Whereas at Schneider Park, there is a lot of clover and the soil is not properly balanced for turf. After three years in the organic program the parks are struggling and the soil is not healthier in these organically managed parks.
MY: Are you hearing from anyone in the community who supports the conventional management?
CM: The Parks and Recreation Department has heard recent complaints about the athletic fields at Folsom Park, Fanto Park and Needham Park. Early in the organic program, there were complaints about the turf at Riverview Sports Complex, and this site was subsequently removed from the organic program. Community members have expressed concern that the condition of the grass is not safe for the sports played by children at these locations. Kids are having problems because of the condition of the grass, and concerned parents ask if there is something the City can do to make the grass better, thicker and healthier. While the Parks and Recreation Department has heard parent concerns for children participating in City programs, we have heard concerns expressed in much higher numbers from those participating in club sports..
MY: You’ve said that how a park looks is a factor in your recommendation.
CM: Aesthetics are definitely a consideration and quality public parks are important to the economic vitality of our community. The City of Durango economy is diverse and tourism is a factor as a result of all the wonderful outdoor recreation activities available here. For example, athletes and their families come from all over the region to play soccer at the annual Durango Shootout, and the quality of the turf is a crucial draw for this youth sports tournament. Participants and their families spend money in local restaurants and hotels. Also, home values have been documented to be higher because of the proximity to an attractive park. Another issue to consider is that healthy turf covers dirt, reduces dust and helps keep the air clean by absorbing pollutants. Green spaces also cleanse stormwater.
MY: How about the costs over the longterm? Taking materials and labor into consideration, which program (organic or synthetic) is expected to be more cost effective?
CM: Based upon the data collected and analyzed by the City, the conventional management of parks is more cost effective. Across the United States, conventional park management is the most frequently implemented method to ensure safe and quality public parks.
MY: I’d like to give you the opportunity to address a point in Cody Reinheimer’s Guest Opinion about costs. Osborne Organics suggested a 15 percent cost decrease in year two of the trial, while Parks and Recreation suggested a $20,000 increase for year two. Can you explain the discrepancy?
CM: The cost estimates for the Organic Park Program provided by the consultant, Osborne Organics, and referenced in Cody’s Guest Opinion, were projections and not actual figures. The actual cost of the Organic Park Program compared to conventional management practices was documented by the Parks and Recreation Department in 2016 to be $22,545 higher for the Organic Park Program than if these same parks were conventionally managed. This higher cost was a result of $12,541 in organic materials and $10,004 in labor.
MY: Your department is recommending that three parks transition out of the organics program and back to conventional management. Can you please explain your selection?
CM: City staff are recommending the rescue of three high-use parks to restore the health of the turf using conventional management practices, similar to what was previously completed at Riverview Sports Complex:
1) Folsom Park is used for baseball and soccer. There is currently a higher than normal weed pressure and the sports fields are becoming unsafe for play.
2) Needham Park is a high-use facility for soccer and play throughout every school day, and there are bare spots and a high concentration of weeds on the playing field creating a hazard.
3) Fanto Park is also a high-use park near an elementary school that is used for a variety of turf sports, with bare spots and a high concentration of weeds on the playing field creating a hazard.
MY: This recommendation seems to diverge from Organic Parks Durango’s hope that, “Our highest priority for parks to be added are schools, playgrounds, and parks adjacent to waterways.” Can you comment?
CM: The City of Durango Parks and Recreation Department’s highest priority is to provide a system of parks, open space, trails and recreation facilities that are safe for all users. All conventionally managed and organic parks are safe and the chemicals used have been tested and approved for use in turf management by the City and/or licensed contractors.
The City is presently considering removal of Needham Park and Fanto Park from the organic program. Both of these parks are similar to Riverview Sports Complex (which was removed from the organic program in year one) in that they need to be rescued and returned to conventional management for the safety of the children. The consultant acknowledged that high use organic parks may need to be rescued. At Riverview Sports Complex, the consultant recommended that in addition to the organic chemicals, the City should also use synthetic fertilizers. It was evident to the City and the consultant that the grass could not withstand the high use and recover quickly enough to provide a safe playing field with only organic chemicals. Since Riverview Sports Complex was deemed not sustainable in the organic program, it was returned to conventional management practices.
MY: Is it fair to summarize that the recommendation to reduce the organic program comes down to labor costs, weeds, sports concerns (bare spots, etc.) and general aesthetics?
CM: The Organic Park Program has completed the three-year trial. According to the resolution, which established the program, it is time to evaluate the efficacy of the program. The recommendation of City staff to decrease the number of parks in the organic program is directly related to the results of the program. Organic parks are more costly to maintain, have higher weed pressure, and the turf may require a costly rescue procedure in the future. The current recommendation is to remove the high-use parks that are used as athletic fields, including Fanto Park, Needham Park and Folsom Park. The recommendation also acknowledges the desire of some City residents to have a choice to use an organically managed park. The following five parks are recommended to be continued in a revised organic program to improve upon the current results: Pioneer Park, Brookside Park, Schneider Park, Riverfront Park and Iris Park. Furthermore, the City is exploring a blended program of organic and conventional turf management of Folsom Park to evaluate whether this approach could be utilized at other park sites in the future, and to implement a more sustainable alternative turf management program.
MY: Anything else you’d like to add?
CM: When there are differences in opinion about an issue, it can become contentious. The City recognizes that many residents have the same goal, which is to have healthy and welcoming parks for everyone. The difference is what people believe is the best way to achieve this goal. Local residents have a difference in that opinion, but there is significant common ground. The City of Durango values the environment, as well as the health and well-being of local residents. The Parks and Recreation Department will continue to work with all members of the community to provide quality, safe and healthy parks. | agronomy |
https://sz.mangalamepaper.com/1441-why-use-colored-plastic-mulch-learn-about-different-c.html | 2022-01-28T05:20:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305420.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20220128043801-20220128073801-00317.warc.gz | 0.9371 | 2,423 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__130598545 | en | If you’re a gardener who has always used a standard type oforganic mulch, you may be surprised to learn about the popularity of plasticmulch. It has been used to increase crop yields for decades. Plastic mulch isnow available in an array of colors, with different mulch colors said to assistin different garden tasks. If you want to learn more about plastic coloredmulches and their uses, read on.
About Colored Plastic Mulch
Plastic mulch, virtually unknown just a little while ago, iscoming into its own. These days, many farms and backyard gardens use“plasticulture” to modify microclimates and improve crop quality. In fact, thebenefits of using plastic mulch are numerous. It warms the soil, minimizesevaporation, limits leaching of nutrients from the soil, and results in moreand better crops that are ready to harvest earlier.
Mulch,of course, is a material you layer over garden soil to reduce weeds, hold inwater and control soil temperature. The plastic mulch on the market aids cropgrowth by either reflecting, absorbing or transmitting the sunshine. The colorsof mulch determine its impact on a crop.
You may have seen the rolls of black plastic mulch availableat garden stores. But if you look around, you’ll also find mulch in differentcolors in commerce, from yellow to green to red. Colored plastic mulch is notintended to be ornamental. Each of the different mulch colors is said to workwell in a particular circumstance or with a particular crop. You pick yourmulch colors to match your garden needs.
Colors of Mulch and Benefits
The research on the benefits of plastic colored mulches isfar from complete, so these products are not sold with guarantees. However,preliminary research suggests that mulch in different colors can be usedachieve different results.
Of all the colors of mulch, black is perhaps the mostprevalent and the least expensive. It is said to suppress weeds better than anyother plastic mulch thanks to its opacity. It also keeps soil warm during thegrowing season, raising the soil temperature by up to 5 degrees at a 2-inch (5cm.) depth. That allows you to put out plants earlier and expect a quickerharvest.
On the other hand, red colored plastic mulch is said to workmuch better for some crops. For example, tomatoesin some studies yielded 20 percent more fruit on red mulch colors, and strawberriesgrown on red plastic mulch were sweeter and had a better fragrance.
How about blue mulch? Blue plastic colored mulches arebetter than black for big harvests if you are planting cantaloupes,summersquash or cucumbers,according to reports. Silver mulch is great at keeping aphidsand whitefliesaway from crops, and also reduces the population of cucumberbeetles.
Both brown and green colors of mulch are available ininfrared transmitting plastic (IRT). This type of mulch is said to warm up yoursoil better than plastic mulch in the beginning of the growing season. GreenIRT mulch also seems to support an earlier ripening date for your cantaloupecrops, with higher yields of fruit.
Edible Landscaping - Much Ado About Mulch
Pine straw mulch is popular in the Southeast where it's harvested from pine forests. It's attractive, conserves soil moisture, stops weed growth, and adds organic matter to the soil as it breaks down.
If there is one technique that will make your gardening easier this summer it is proper mulching. Whether it's mulching the vegetable garden, around fruit trees, amongst berry bushes, or in the herb garden, the right mulch will reduce weed growth, conserve soil moisture, make the garden look beautiful, and increase yields. The question is which mulch to use for each plant. Here's my rundown of various mulches and how to use them in your edible landscape to make it more beautiful and productive.
Vegetable Garden Mulches
A mix of organic mulches is the best way to go in annual vegetable and flower gardens. Which mulch you use depends on where you live and what you're growing. Cool-season crops, such as broccoli, lettuce, greens, cabbage, peas, and pansies, do best with mulch that keeps the soil cool and moist. A 2- to 4-inch-thick layer of straw, pine straw, untreated grass clippings, or shredded dried leaves is best. Other regional mulches may work well too. (Refer to the Mulching Fruit Trees and Berries section of this article.) Avoid using hay if possible since it can be loaded with weed seeds. The added benefit of organic mulch is it will break down during the growing season, improving the soil structure and fertility.
If you're really into production, consider using soil-warming plastic mulches on heat-loving crops, such as tomatoes, peppers, squashes, cucumbers, and melons . In all but the Deep South and Southwest, plastic mulches will increase yields and encourage crops to bear earlier. Some of these mulches decrease pest attacks, too. However, in hot climates the plastic will warm the soil too much and cause a decrease in growth. And to most gardeners they're not as attractive as organic mulches.
It's not as simple as laying down black plastic anymore. Research has found that different colors of mulch increase the yields of different crops. Below is some information to help you match mulch color to crop.
Different Colored Mulches in Vegetables:
Studies at Pennsylvania State University have shown an increase in yields of various vegetables grown on colored mulches compared to the same vegetable grown on black plastic mulch, averaged over a 3-year period. Most of these colored mulches are available for homeowners to purchase.
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Organic mulch under fruit trees allows the roots to expand in the cool, damp soil without competition from weeds.
Mulching fruit trees and berry-producing shrubs is similar to mulching any woody landscape plant. Mulch not only reduces weed growth and conserves soil moisture, it also provides a barrier so lawn mowers and string trimmers won't scar the plant trunk. First remove the sod out to the drip line of the tree, shrub, or hedgerow of berry bushes. Add a 2- to 4-inch-thick layer of organic mulch around the plant. Good mulches include shredded bark, bark chips and nuggets, and pine straw. Check local nurseries and garden centers for regional organic mulches that are sustainably harvested or by-products of agricultural operations in your area. Some examples of unusual regional mulches include cottonseed, buckwheat, sawdust, corncobs, grape pomace, pine straw, and pecan, walnut, and rice hulls.Check that the crops weren't sprayed with harmful pesticides or herbicides.
There has been concern in the past about the decomposing carbon-rich mulches causing a nitrogen deficiency in the soil, but research has show that it isn't a problem on healthy soils. The bark decomposes so slowly that the soil microorganisms can digest it without using up the nitrogen in the soil meant for your plants.
Avoid "volcano" mulching -- piling new mulch on top of old until you end up with a tall mound. This technique leads to crown rot and eventually the tree's death.
If you add fresh mulch every year, remove the old mulch if it hasn't completely decomposed before adding new mulch. If mulch is allowed to build up it can create a mulch "volcano" that smothers roots and causes crown rot, eventually killing the plant. Always keep mulches a few inches away from the trunks of trees and shrubs.
It's cheapest to buy mulch in bulk, but that may not be practical. For small yards bagged mulch is fine. Consider the site and how it is used when choosing the type of mulch. Large bark nuggets are difficult to walk on and are best used along foundations and in garden beds rather than on paths. When mulching flood-prone areas and steep slopes, avoid large bark nuggets since they tend to float or wash away instead use shredded mulch or small bark chips.
Mulching Herb and Flower Gardens
Use a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch in perennial gardens, keeping the mulch a few inches from plant stems. Don't bury plants in the mulch or they may rot in wet weather.
Apply a light layer of organic mulch around herbs and soft-stemmed annual and perennial plants. A 1- to 2-inch-thick layer is sufficient. Consider exotic mulches in the herb garden for an unusual effect. Cocoa bean hulls, a by-product of the chocolate- making industry, give off an alluring chocolate aroma when used as mulch. This material is best for areas out of the wind (it blows away easily), doesn't flood (it will wash away) and where dogs won't be tempted to eat it (chocolate is toxic to canines). The smell won't last all summer but makes a great conversation piece and a way to get the culinary juices flowing.
Final Thoughts on Mulching Your Veggie Garden
Mulching is a very rewarding gardening technique that will keep your garden healthy if done right. It needs very little of your attention to function as intended but still needs to be maintained. Overall, mulch offers countless benefits for your garden.
Final Tip: Remember, it is important to remove weeds as soon as they start to grow to keep your garden attractive and tidy.
Are there any other mulches you use for your vegetable garden? Please let me know by commenting below as I would love to add it to my list!
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About Benita Abucejo
Hi there! My name is Benita Abucejo. What can I say? I truly love spending my days in the outdoors, specifically in the garden. Gardening has always been a strong passion of mine since I was a little girl. It has brought me so much joy and happiness that it is definitely safe to say that I will be a gardener for life. For a period of time, I was able to work with people who are into home gardening and I found it to be quite beneficial to my physical health, as well as my mental well-being. Here at Seasonal Preferences, I am going to share with you my experience and ideas so that you can fulfill yourself with the same satisfaction and happiness. Of course, if you have ideas, I would love to hear those as well! Being creative in the garden can really be quite fascinating so let's share our experiences and be the best gardeners we can be. With that being said, thank you for dropping by and please leave me a comment on one of my posts if you would like to get in touch! | agronomy |
http://sanjhitokri.com/2017/08/21/enriching-your-diet/ | 2019-04-19T16:37:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578527865.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20190419161226-20190419183226-00276.warc.gz | 0.949295 | 176 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__1705748 | en | We use the best water in the region for irrigation, and ensure that there are no injections or look-enhancing chemicals in your vegetables.
Our fresh vegetables are grown with the love and sweat of our brother farmers. Here’s how we keep our vegetables fresh and of the best quality.
Our village is situation on the Ganga belt, which is used for irrigation. The fresh quality of the water is evident in our vegetables.
We also do not use any look-enhancing or harmful chemicals on our vegetables. Sanjhi Tokri’s farmers believe in producing vegetables how they should be eaten – as natural as possible.
Our milk products are also special – A2 Desi Cow milk has a particular freshness which can only be found in villages. In order to maintain freshness, we deliver these products to your doorstep within 16 hours! | agronomy |
https://www.artandeden.com/blogs/organic-kids-clothing-news/the-difference-between-cotton-and-organic-cotton | 2021-07-23T14:48:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046149929.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20210723143921-20210723173921-00650.warc.gz | 0.947788 | 1,049 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__211308806 | en | Written by Ivory King
Shopping for our kids’ clothes can be fun, but we also have to weigh so many choices. It often feels like we are making existential decisions based solely on the mysterious logos on t-shirt hang tags. Price, durability and feel are big factors in making choices, but if we are familiar with the concepts of organic clothing and their benefits, these become important factors as well. But exactly how is organic cotton different from normal cotton?
Organic cotton vs cotton
The apparel industry’s demand for cotton creates an enormous environmental impact - it takes a huge amount of pesticides and water to grow, and causes a huge amount of greenhouse gas emissions. In order to make one t-shirt (about one pound of cotton), ⅓ pound of pesticides is used. If you imagine all the shirts you own right now, let alone all of the shirts you will own over the course of a lifetime, those pounds of pesticides add up. While most of them are removed in the manufacturing process, they have to go somewhere - they get absorbed by the air, the water supply where they are grown, and some of the remainder runs into our local water supply when we wash our new clothes.
These pesticides make up a significant amount of what is used around the world. In the US, cotton ranks third in pesticide use, accounting for 38 million pounds in 2014. In India, one of the top global producers of cotton, over half of total pesticides are used in cotton production. But the benefits of organic farming and processing are causing the practice to grow. Bigger brands are able to buy large volumes of organic cotton, creating more access for customers to organic clothing, and consumer awareness is also creating more demand.
Organic cotton certifications
Chemicals such as herbicides, insecticides and fertilizers are all subject to local regulations and the needs of the land and farmers. There can be a stark difference between what substances are allowed to be used on crops depending on the country, and also the strain of cotton being planted. Even the term “organic” can have different meanings depending on what certification a farmer, textile mill or apparel label is applying for. So it is helpful to know what different labelling requirements and certification criteria are when we see their logos on websites or in the store.
In the US, we see the USDA Organic certification, though mostly on food products. There is also the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), which certifies the factories and mills that art & eden sources from. USDA Organic certifies only the fiber according to agricultural guidelines, but GOTS takes an all-inclusive approach. Under this standard, growing, manufacturing and finishing processes all have their own set of guidelines, while farms, facilities and workers have safety, consent and workplace guarantees.
The other label that we use at Art and Eden is the Textile Exchange’s Organic Content Standard. OCS is a labeling system that creates transparency for the integrity and organic fiber content present in the garment. The label either carries a “OCS 100” logo for products that contain at least 95 percent organic material, or an “OCS blended” logo that displays how much of the product is organic.
Organic cotton means no GMOs
In addition to avoiding dangerous chemicals in the various stages of garment creation, organic also means that crop seeds are free from genetic modification. Most of the cotton from the main grower countries - China, India and the US - is from GMO seed. These crops are developed by huge agricultural corporations and marketed as pest- and herbicide-resistant.
Monsanto’s Bt-cotton, named after the toxin that the plant was modified to create within itself, is poisonous to a common cotton pest, the bollworm. It was widely adopted in India in 2002 when the local government used public funds to market Bt in local newspapers, but several years later the worms became resistant to the toxin. This led to crop failure and devastating losses for the local farmers - with no hope of compensation from Monsanto.
To further complicate the GMO discussion, many modified seeds have what is called terminator technology. In traditional farming, when farmers buy seeds, it’s an initial investment, and they harvest the crop along with seeds that are grown with the plant. This is what happens in nature - plants create the next generation of plants after growing the leaves, flowers and fruit that they are genetically programmed to grow. But with many modified plants, they do not grow seeds that the farmer can collect and sow - so farmers must go back to the corporation every time they need to grow a new crop. This creates a power dynamic that gives agri-corporations enormous control over farmers, and increases profits for them as well.
Buying organic cotton makes a difference
Organic clothing makes an impact not just on our families - though we avoid potentially hazardous chemicals and materials when we do. Putting our dollars towards organic tells big brands and bio-agriculture corporations that sustainable, responsible practices are important. This creates a positive, cascading effect that encompasses farmers, factory workers, and their families. | agronomy |
https://www.swarteswaen.com/product/9311748/forgeron-cognac-de-folle-blanche | 2024-03-03T15:48:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476396.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303142747-20240303172747-00190.warc.gz | 0.915868 | 210 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__140474781 | en | Forgeron - Cognac de Folle Blanche
The Folle Blanche collection was born from the Forgeron family's desire to rediscover the Folle Blanche grape variety. It was the traditional grape variety of the Cognac and Armagnac regions.
During the phylloxera epidemic at the end of the 19th century, the grape variety disappeared and winegrowers turned to Ugni Blanc, a more resistant variety.
Today, the Forgeron family has 5 hectares of land devoted to growing Folle Blanche, in order to rediscover the traditional yet forgotten aromas of Cognac.
Then, each Folle Blanche Cognac is aged in French oak barrels in Michel Forgeron's cellars.
This collection will make you discover aromas less common today in Cognacs and yet so widespread until the 19th century. Some of them will even remind you of Scottish or Irish whisky or even American Bourbon with their smoky, iodised, peaty, quite exotic notes. | agronomy |
https://eagle-bluff-skills-school.org/classes/all-about-the-aronia-berry-2/ | 2019-09-21T05:03:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514574265.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20190921043014-20190921065014-00211.warc.gz | 0.893683 | 157 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__37069874 | en | Come learn all about Aronia Berries, the super berry featuring three times the antioxidants of blueberries! Join Aronia Berry farmers, Joel & Doreen Goodman, to learn about the many health benefits of the berry, sample this tasty fruit, and learn how to grow and harvest Aronia. Following the presentation, you will travel to the Goodman’s farm for a tour and a harvesting experience. The class meets at Eagle Bluff for the presentation and travels via Eagle Bluff van to the Goodman’s farm. The Aronia berries you harvest at the farm are available for you to purchase from the Goodmans at the end of the class.
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https://www.australianethical.com.au/blog/how-melbourne-tackling-food-security/ | 2020-09-21T06:40:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400198942.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20200921050331-20200921080331-00777.warc.gz | 0.942362 | 949 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__149508599 | en | 3000acres is an organisation turning Melbourne’s empty spaces into thriving mini city farms and forging budding community friendships. In 2018 Australian Ethical was proud to support their work through our Community Grants program.
Eating food that is grown locally is a great way to cut down on food miles (the distance food travels from production to consumer). And in an increasingly urban environment where we’ve lost touch with where our food comes from, it’s an important way to reconnect with our food. That’s why 3000acres is on a mission to help more people grow more food in more places.
Morgan Koegel, 3000acres’ Managing Director, talks passionately from her Collingwood office about how the organisation is helping to reshape the way people interact with their food one garden at a time.
“These gardens encompass community development, they tackle food waste and build resilient communities that fight climate change,” says Morgan. “As a result, people who otherwise wouldn’t be able to access fresh healthy food now can.”
The program brings together people from many walks of life to work alongside each other growing fresh produce.
“You might see an elderly Italian man explaining to a 20-year-old Brunswick local how to grow tomatoes. These amazing cultural intergenerational connections are a wonderful community development outcome.”
3000acres has even worked with the Asylum Seekers Resource Centre, connecting their clients and staff with a shared community garden close to their office.
“There’s often a belief that growing food in urban environments isn’t possible or that people can only grow tokenistic amounts of food,” explains Morgan, who wants to help people reconnect with their food in a meaningful way. “But the reality is we’re increasingly seeing gardens in urban areas where people are growing enough food to feed their families and even sell them at local markets.”
Since 2014, 3000acres has helped build 21 gardens while consulting on dozens more across Victoria. The organisation works with local councils turning underutilised land into community gardens. They also host workshops showing people how to create vegetable gardens, provide a communal set of tools shared across the gardens, and have recently introduced community composting.
Reclaiming food waste
Through our grant, 3000acres has built large-scale composting and worm farming systems in community gardens, encouraging locals to bring their food scraps for sustainable disposal.
750 households are involved, diverting 9,000 kilograms of food from landfill each year and producing 630 kilograms of compost, which is used for the community gardens, enabling them to grow more and reduce food mileage.
“Instead of food going to landfill and contributing to climate change, we’re able to use it to create nutritious soil and fertilisers that can be used to grow more food,” explains Morgan. “Community gardens are the perfect place for composting because people walk past them, so it’s really convenient.”
When food gets sent to landfill it produces greenhouse gasses which contribute to climate change. In fact, 8% of greenhouse gases are caused by food waste. But when food and paper are composted the matter breaks down and produces nutritious soil which community gardens need a lot of.
Shockingly, one in five shopping bags of food ends up in the bin in Australia. That’s $3,800 worth of groceries per household.
“People are becoming more aware and thinking about how much food they waste. But with the increase in people living in apartments, they feel bad that they can’t process their scraps in a responsible way. With the Community Grant, we were able to put composting facilities in 20 gardens.”
Food security for our future
Food security might seem like an issue restricted to places like Africa, but research shows nearly four million Australians experience food insecurity each year. One quarter are children.
“We need to feed the planet and not contribute to climate change,” says Morgan. “So we want to get more people involved in growing their own food, both from a sustainable perspective but also the threat of people not having access to fresh, healthy food.
“Composting is a great way to fight climate change because it’s using a natural decomposition process of organic material to produce something of high quality that returns to the food system.
“Together we can reduce waste, fight climate change and help community gardens produce delicious local food!”
Australian Ethical is proud to have supported 3000acres in the 2018 Community Grants. | agronomy |
https://www.bagnosteriatarifa.it/forum/should-i-kill-hammerhead-worms-ef608f | 2022-01-23T14:37:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304287.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20220123141754-20220123171754-00129.warc.gz | 0.94029 | 1,160 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__215577252 | en | They can help to control destructive termite larvae and grubs, as well as other destructive garden pests. It looks like a plastic toy gun.I’ve used alt on these guys just like we do on slugs but I usually ask my kids to do that. Even though they are harmless to people and pets, it’s still pretty disturbing. Maybe there are some cracks in the foundation of the reader’s house that let them through, or perhaps they managed to get through a crack at the bottom of a door. Bird droppings can help give nutrients to the soil, for instance. Probably be the other way around though as the black ones don’t seem to get as big as it’s hammerheaded cousins. There seems to be two kinds hear in southeast Texas. The hammerhead flatworm is usually medium-brown in color with dark markings or stripes. If its not dangerous than i could have left it alone but i wanted to be sure for my dog. Thinking it was just another type of earthworm I put it back. However, the practice is not without its drawbacks. – Some Missouri gardeners are finding a new type of flatworm in landscape soils. I love earthworms, most insects…even spiders and roaches don’t bother me…but something about the hammerheads…just makes my skin crawl…almost a phobia.If they eat earth worms they obviously not great to have in the garden. They reproduce sexually and asexually. Problematic worms in your lawn are generally not worms at all and are in fact grubs, which is the general term for the larval stage of certain insects. The first thing to keep in mind is if you attempt to chop them up or even smash them, the pieces will only regenerate into new hammerhead flatworms. Some hammerhead worms may appear gray to greenish/gray as well. They prefer living in cool, damp places such as under rocks, shrubs, and logs. The hammerhead worm then sucks the liquefied tissues into its body.Earthworm excrements and castings are rich in phosphorus, potassium, nitrogen, and other minerals necessary for healthy plant growth. They can also draw unwanted animals and birds to a person's yard, including skunks, raccoons and in some areas, wild pigs.Perhaps the best way to keep pests away from a lawn is Whenever possible, improve soil, nutrient and moisture for the plants to ensure they are as healthy as possible and thus more resistant to diseases and pests. The first thing to keep in mind is if you attempt to chop them up or even smash them, the pieces will only regenerate into new hammerhead flatworms. Found one in my garden many years ago but never since. A hammerhead worm will push its pharynx out of its mouth and then secrete enzymes on the worm. I cannot see them outsede. Isn’t there ANYTHING that eats these things.
It’s the most popular method of controlling the worms. You can easily find boric acid from your local store or online.To get the most from the acid, you have to apply it 2-4 weeks to completely get rid of all the hammerhead that might be present.If you have a large area, you can’t use the same techniques you use when you have a few yards of the garden. Maybe the black ones are eating the hammerhead? The beauty with it is that it doesn’t kill grass or other plants on your garden.For you to heave an easy time getting rid of the worms using this method, invest in a high-quality oil.For you to find the worms, you need to understand their behavior. My mother is in her 60s and had never seen it before either. Ick! Fearing for my animals,I took a newly discovered worm to my vet to get answers. So, the question before us is this: are hammerhead worms harmful to humans or animals (like pets), and how do you get rid of hammerhead worms? It only takes a few weeks for the pieces to regenerate, and injured worms can easily repair and produce new tissue. Native to Asia, you will find hammerhead worms all over the world. I managed to remove two with a paper towel before he ran off to deal with the restI find these things in my garage every week and it’s always in the same spot. It was about 1 inch long and light brown with a black stripe. In California, these include the larvae of scarab beetles, white grubs, billbugs and other weevils, etc. Some pesticides can also It is always best to choose the least toxic kind of pesticides and ones that target a specific pest over a broad range of them.
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http://www.wiseacrescommunity.com/robyn-bodony | 2019-10-15T18:50:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986660231.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20191015182235-20191015205735-00059.warc.gz | 0.935955 | 139 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__51345570 | en | Welcome to the new Bainbridge Vineyards, where local food and wine are celebrated, the legacy of those who came before is honored, and the land will sustain generations to come.
At Bainbridge Vineyards, we are passionate about creating wine from the ground up. On seven acres of historic farmland, we tend to the elegant and aromatic grape varietals that thrive in the Puget Sound, and produce uncommonly good wine with an authentic island heritage.
We believe that preserving working landscapes benefits the whole community. Our grapes have been grown sustainably without chemical herbicides or fungicides for over a decade. We are excited about how special our farmland is, and our wines reflect that. | agronomy |
http://biodesaru.my/index.php/overview/introduction | 2018-07-23T07:53:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676595531.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20180723071245-20180723091245-00607.warc.gz | 0.910785 | 261 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__13662590 | en | The essence of biotechnological culture, in providing a vigorous and holistic solution to the challenges faced by the farming world, has brought about a revolution in the agricultural industry.
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Biotechnological organic farming holds the key to this value creation and enhancement.
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https://www.folsom.ca.us/news/displaynews.asp?NewsID=1973&TargetID=5,1,2,3,4,6 | 2020-09-19T11:42:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400191780.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20200919110805-20200919140805-00567.warc.gz | 0.861383 | 214 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__284982681 | en | Fall Irrigation Tips
Cooler weather and shorter days mean you can adjust your irrigation schedule to use less water. Keep dialing back your sprinkler run times and remember to turn off your sprinklers completely when rain is in the forecast.
If you’re not sure if your yard needs water, check the soil moisture level with a moisture meter. You can also check the soil with a six-inch screwdriver: if you can easily push it into the ground three inches beneath the soil, you don’t need to water.
You can also install a WaterSense-labeled sprinkler timer and let it run the sprinklers for you. Many of us are still using decades-old irrigation technology. Use the downtime this winter to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of your sprinkler system.
Need help determining your fall/winter watering strategy? Contact Folsom’s Water Conservation Team at 916-461-6174, [email protected] to schedule a water-wise house call. | agronomy |
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https://bmcnutr.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40795-016-0116-0 | 2023-02-03T22:29:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500076.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20230203221113-20230204011113-00210.warc.gz | 0.956411 | 1,031 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__183300945 | en | Adequate quantity and quality of food are required for the optimal health, growth and development of humans. Hence, the availability of food has been a major concern at all time and context in every community . Food security, a concept that originated in the mid-1970s, was at the outset focused on ensuring the availability and stability of the price of basic food stuffs at a national level . A decade later, a paradigm shift was made regarding the concept of food security through corroborating a critical dimension called “access”, but this remained tailored at the national level [2, 3]. subsequently, worldwide observations of “access” of food shifted from the national to the household level . The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) later in 2001 supplemented the concept with a cross cutting theme called “stability” over availability, access and utilization. Consequently, the FAO defined food security as “a situation that exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life” [2–6]. In contrast, food insecurity exists when people lack secure access to sufficient and safe amounts of nutritious food for normal growth and an active healthy lifestyle [4–6].
Despite significant global progress having been made over the last two decades, the number of hungry people remains unacceptably high. According to the Global Hunger Index (GHI) in 2014, the state of hunger in developing countries has improved since 1990, falling by 39% . However, the goal of “feeding the world” remained far reaching. Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, where 60% of world’s food insecure people reside, are the most affected regions in the world. These regions have a predominantly rain fed agriculture, which has often resulted in a food system yielding a low per capita food availability for decades . The Horn of Africa, where Ethiopia is located, is one of the most food insecure regions of the world; more than 40% and up to 70% of the population are undernourished . According to the demographic health survey of Ethiopia (2011), more than one third of households in the country are food insecure .
The coffee sub-sector is vital to the Ethiopian economy. In 2014, coffee alone accounted for 25.8% of the total export earnings, providing income for about 8 million smallholder farming households . Driven by such gains, one of the goals of the Ethiopian national agricultural program is “to rise agricultural productivity and commercialization” . Consequently, there has been great interest in leveraging agriculture to maximize income across the country. Rural development agencies working in coffee producing areas are also operating within a framework of further expansion of coffee farming in neighboring regions. On the other hand, critics of the cash crop agriculture system has raised the negative influence of cash cropping over staple food production and availability for those engaged in farming and processing [13, 14]. Skeptics of commercialization of agriculture also raise the financial risk small holder farmers could face as prices for major cash crops are set in volatile commodity markets and chains of larger firms [12–14].
Food access can be worse in a cash crop setting where products are not edible or are meant for parties other than the farming household. A study in Uganda has found coffee producing households had greater ownership of capital assets, access to inputs and higher income, but conversely, they were found to have poorer nutritional outcomes and were more food insecure compared to staple food producing farmers . Likewise, in Ghana, farmers dedicating a greater percent of their land to cash crop (oil palm and/or cacao) production were found to have reduced food access, availability and utilization . A high level of food insecurity was also observed among coffee farmers in Nicaragua (69%) and in a survey of Central America and Mexico (63%) [17, 18].
In Ethiopia, food insecurity has to a large extent been addressed by annual emergency food aid from abroad. In the past two decades, the country has been the largest recipient of food aid in Africa. In the meantime, the country has adopted a multi-sectoral and comprehensive approach involving financial, agricultural and education sub sectors towards food security, yielding a remarkable reduction of the GHI scale from 42.6 in 1995 to 24.4 in 2014 . However, food insecurity and malnutrition remain prevalent, contrary to the country’s rapid economic growth, affirming the need for detailed investigations in each context. Moreover, there exists a notion of considering high income earning coffee producing regions as “food secured” in a general sense, if wrong, could result in apparent neglect in public health nutrition. To our knowledge, there has been no study done with the same objectives on coffee farmers of Ethiopia thus far. Hence, this study was done to assess food insecurity and its determinants among coffee farming population of the Jimma Zone, Southwest Ethiopia. | agronomy |
https://www.co-labs.org/post/sept-16-ntia-s-broadbandusa-practical-broadband-conversations-webinar | 2023-10-03T14:59:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511106.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003124522-20231003154522-00748.warc.gz | 0.829387 | 321 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__24819795 | en | Topic: Smart Agriculture: Driving Innovation in Rural America
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Time: 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET
Overview: Farmers and ranchers use smart technologies to improve yields, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and improve decision making. Join BroadbandUSA on September 16, 2020, to take a deep dive into the technologies being implemented to further these precision agriculture techniques. Speakers will also provide an update on the Precision Ag Connectivity Taskforce, co-chaired by USDA and the Federal Communications Commission, as well as an overview of the latest innovations from the Global City Teams Challenge Smart Agriculture and Rural SuperCluster, which encourages collaboration on innovative ag tech and rural projects.
· Chad Rupe, Administrator, Rural Utility Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture
· Dennis Buckmaster, Dean’s Fellow for Digital Agriculture, Professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University; Co-Chair, GCTC Smart Agriculture and Rural SuperCluster
· Megan Nelson, Economic Analyst, American Farm Bureau Federation
· Jean Rice, Senior Broadband Program Specialist, BroadbandUSA, NTIA
· Karen Archer Perry, Senior Policy Analyst, BroadbandUSA, NTIA
Please pre-register for the webinar using this registration link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Want to access past Practical Broadband Conversations webinars? Visit our webinar archives for past presentations, transcripts and audio recordings. | agronomy |
http://endless-highway.info/how-to-achieve-maximum-success-with/ | 2021-10-20T04:04:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585302.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20211020024111-20211020054111-00551.warc.gz | 0.942102 | 531 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__123464261 | en | Importance of Medical Marijuana Products
Many people have come across the hemp plant. The hemp plant is grown all over the globe. The plant survives in harsh environmental conditions. The hemp plant is common all over. There is a need to make good use of the hemp plant due to the many benefits associated with it. There is a need to plant hemp plants on your farms. many opportunities will be realized once you embrace the hemp plant. It is through the hemp plant that we can get fine products. Quality life will be realized once you embrace the use of hemp products. Hemp products are of diverse benefits to you. Use Hemp products regularly since they are of benefit to you. Highlighted below are the advantages of medical marijuana products.
You are assured of medicinal value once you use medical marijuana products. You can process hemp products and extract important medicines. This makes the hemp plant unique. Once you have them, you are assured of a natural source of important medicines. Seek to access medicinal hemp products regularly. Hemp products will offer you surety of quality health. Effective medicines are realized through the processing of hemp products. Several diseases can be treated with hemp products. Hemp products will offer you a chance to quality health. Attain quality life through hemp products.
Prolonged pains can be relieved through medical marijuana products. Hemp products are effective in responding to prolonged body pains. Whenever you have body pains, address them with hemp products. Attain general body wellness by embracing medical marijuana products. Hemp products are better placed to deal with your enduring body pains. Address all your pains with hemp products. Medical marijuana products will offer you a chance to live a painless life. You are assured of great happiness once you deal with prolonged pains. Embrace the use of hemp products for lesser body pains.
Medical marijuana products will effectively boost your appetite. Whenever you lose appetite, use hemp products. Using medical marijuana products will boost your appetite always. Achieve high moods and appetite by using medical marijuana products. The use of hemp products will offer you a happy life. Hemp products will always keep your appetite high.
Hemp products offer you an opportunity to treat depressions and anxiety. Quality feelings are realized once you use hemp products. Whenever you feel depressed, seek refuge in hemp products. Treat depression and anxiety today with medical marijuana products. Depressions are high nowadays. You are encouraged to embrace the use of marijuana to address depression cases. Hemp products are most effective in fighting depressions and anxiety. They make you forget the bad feelings fast. Use these products to effectively fight depression. Use hemp products today and a life free from depression and anxiety. | agronomy |
http://boochieshepherd.com/2017/06/14/4-benefits-you-can-expect-when-using-dry-pelleted-fertilizer-on-your-farm/ | 2019-12-06T18:01:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540490743.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20191206173152-20191206201152-00226.warc.gz | 0.968225 | 472 | CC-MAIN-2019-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__79239710 | en | Are you thinking about changing the type of fertilizer being used on your old farm, or wondering what to start using on the one you're currently developing? Here are four good reasons to consider the use of organic dry pelleted fertilizer over the liquid versions you may be most familiar with:
One of the best things about utilizing dry pelleted fertilizer on farms is that it reduces labor requirements. Dry pelleted fertilizer is released into the soil slowly, so it lasts longer and doesn't have to be applied nearly as often as liquid fertilizer does. This means that you and your employees can spend less time in the soil making sure it's fertilized, and spend more time focusing on other tasks that need some attention.
Unlike liquid fertilizers that tend to come in oddly shaped containers, dry pelleted fertilizer can be stored in bags or boxes that make it easy to store long-term. This will allow you to stock large amounts of fertilizer at one time so you don't have to buy it as often throughout the year. You might even be able to save some money for your larger bulk purchases depending on how much you buy, how often you buy it, and who you buy it from.
A Safer Environment
Because dry pelleted fertilizer maintains a solid form as it is released slowly into the soil, you don't have to worry about it traveling to neighboring food plots or into animals like you would when using liquid fertilizer. Unlike liquid fertilizer that can seep through the soil like water, dry fertilizer tends to stay in the immediate area where it's been applied. With dry pelleted fertilizer, it's easy to customize the food you provide to any of your farm plots no matter how close they are to each other.
More Efficient Management
You can more effectively manage your fertilization procedures when using dry pelleted options, as you'll be working with a longer lasting supply each year. This means that you can plan your calendars further in advance and you will know well beforehand when a new shipment of fertilizer needs to be ordered. Never be caught in need of fertilizer due to a late order again.
These are just a few of the various reasons you should consider investing in dry pelleted fertilizer for your farm – once you start using the stuff, you'll be able to make a large list of your own. | agronomy |
https://arc.construction/16315 | 2022-05-27T22:13:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652663006341.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20220527205437-20220527235437-00608.warc.gz | 0.960544 | 324 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__249741451 | en | In order to assess the real situation in agriculture in Crimea, the Association’s experts studied satellite images of the peninsula taken in June 2021 by the European Space Agency mission ‘Sentinel’, which is being implemented within the framework of the ‘Copernicus program’. In particular, the condition of arable and other lands was assessed for their agricultural use and vegetation. Thus, of all the discovered crop lands of the Chernomorsky Ditrict of the AR of Crimea, experts found active agricultural works (plowing) carried out in 2021 on the vast majority of plots, namely on more than 80 % of agricultural lands.
As part of a study of satellite images of more than 200 areas of Krasnoperekopsky District of AR Crimea which until 2014 were used for rice cultivation, it was found that only up to 16 such areas (up to 8% of the total) are abandoned as of 2021 and that 56 of these areas currently have agricultural vegetation. The above-pointed lands are located in the driest areas of the Crimea, and therefore their apparently active usage by agricultural enterprises, controlled by the Russia’s invaders, for the crop productment indicates that there is no “humanitarian catastrophe” in the Crimea due to lack of water supply through the North Crimean Canal, in particular in area of agriculture. Thus, the agriculture on the Crimean peninsula, in contrast to its Russia-militarized industry and to the needs of Russia’s “colonizers”, is quite capable of efficient use of available resources. | agronomy |
https://systemoffice.kctcs.edu/newsroom/news/2021/03312021-kctcs-wins-statewide-award-for-environmental-leadership.aspx | 2021-11-29T14:22:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358774.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20211129134323-20211129164323-00136.warc.gz | 0.930707 | 212 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__77722386 | en | KCTCS wins statewide award for environmental leadership
Versailles, Ky. – Butterflies, bees and beetles are more frequent visitors to the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Office in Versailles because of a new pollinator garden. The garden received statewide recognition for environmental leadership from KY EXCEL, a part of Kentucky’s Environmental Protection leadership program.
KCTCS received the 2020 Beacon Award in Conservation for its pollinator garden. Billie Hardin, space planning and sustainability administrator, led the project and received the award on behalf of KCTCS.
Over the course of 100 hours, 400 square feet of turf were turned up, tilled and replanted with 201 individual pollinator-friendly plants. The garden earned official certification from both Monarch Watch and the National Wildlife Federation. Now bees, beetles, butterflies and more stop at the garden to drink nectar and pollinate flowers.
Beacon Award winners are members of KY EXCEL who exemplified excellence in six separate fields of environmental leadership. | agronomy |
http://rattlernation.blogspot.com/2017/01/lawson-appointed-to-us-house.html | 2018-06-23T16:18:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267865098.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20180623152108-20180623172108-00403.warc.gz | 0.971327 | 251 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__57762572 | en | “The Agriculture Committees new and returning members are ready to get to work on the wide variety of issues overseen by the Committee, including reauthorizing the 2014 Farm Bill. I look forward to working with them and the Republican members of the Committee this Congress,” Peterson said.
Lawson said that he is excited to serve on the committee, which does work that is important to his district.
“Agriculture is a more than $120 billion industry in Florida and one of the strongest pillars of our state’s economy supporting more than 2 million jobs,” Lawson said in a quote published in the Florida politics blog. “I am pleased to serve on this committee. This is an exciting time for American agriculture, and particularly Florida agriculture. I look forward to working with the committee on urban agriculture and food desert issues in the inner cities of the 5th Congressional District, as well as working on some of the rural development and crop issues facing our rural farmers.”
Another FAMU alumnus, U.S. Rep. David Scott (D-GA), is also on the Agriculture Committee. The committee is chaired by U.S. Rep. K. Michael Conaway (D-TX). | agronomy |
https://www.gonzagabulletin.com/news/community-garden-displays-fruit-of-labor-donating-to-locals/article_fffe880a-1759-11e8-b7d5-cf6706e681a4.html | 2019-03-20T02:48:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202199.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20190320024206-20190320050206-00379.warc.gz | 0.969552 | 1,074 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__205504547 | en | During these snowy winter months, sun and fresh produce may seem sparse. The Episcopal Church of Resurrection, located in Spokane Valley, works to combat bleak days by using their green thumbs to bring sunshine to those in the Spokane community.
Dr. Adam Bartholomew, an adjunct religious studies instructor at Gonzaga, along with Pat Munts, small farms and urban agriculture coordinator at Washington State University Extension, and members of the church contribute to a community garden in Spokane Valley. The food that is grown is given to food banks including Second Harvest, Spokane Valley Partners Food Bank and Northwest Harvest.
“The parish has had this land for decades,” Munts said. “I think what inspired people first was, ‘We have this land sitting here doing nothing, can we grow something on it either for ourselves or for donation to the food bank?’ and I think that’s what originally got [the garden] started.”
According to Munts, the garden was started in spring 2013, when she, Bartholomew and other parishioners built 48 boxes, each 4-by-12 feet, to grow various vegetables that are donated to food banks. In that first year, they produced several thousand pounds of food for food banks.
Munts said foods that are grown in the garden include peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, watermelons, cabbage, potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn and “just about every vegetable you can imagine.”
The boxes are filled with compost that was donated to the garden by Barr-Tech.
“They take all of the clean green stuff from the waste energy plants and the transfer stations and take it out to Fish Lake, and then compost it out there and sell it,” Munts said.
However, Munts said the community garden did not stop there and that they started looking at an old pear and apple orchard of approximately 24 trees that has been around since the 1940s.
“I think there are three or four pear trees and the rest are various kinds of apples,” Bartholomew said. “It’s just a beautiful bit of nature in the middle of all this suburban development, and I just enjoy sometimes walking around it and enjoying the field, enjoying the grasses and when the fruit’s coming in. It’s really quite wonderful.”
After major pruning, cleaning the trees, bringing water to them and taking care of insect issues, Munts said the orchard became a success.
“[The orchard] was so successful last year that we pulled 8,000 pounds of apples off of those trees,” she said.
Munts added that this year, around 6,000 pounds of apples were donated to Northwest Harvest.
“The fact that we’re saving an old, old orchard and making it productive again, I mean it’s such a history that we’re preserving. It’s really kind of a fun thing to work on,” Munts said.
There is a current partnership, Munts said, with the Edible Tree Project and the community garden, who help pick the apples in the orchard as well as have pruning workshops where people are taught how to care for trees.
Besides picking apples from the orchards, Munts said cider is made using a press owned by a parish member, which is done in October. Last fall, around 35 gallons of cider were pressed.
According to Munts, those interested in contributing to the garden can fill out a box registration if they live close to it, help with cleanup in early April and cut apple branches due to them being a fire hazard.
“If people are really interested in a garden box, they can have one,” Bartholomew said. “We’d reserve one for Gonzaga students.”
The objective, Bartholomew said, is “to be sharing what we have with the community,” which extends to feeding people and those who enjoy gardening.
There will be a workshop held on March 10 at the church 15319 E 8th Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99037, and people can sign up through the Edible Tree Project.
“If there’s a particular group of people who want to work specifically with this [the garden], then we certainly would be entertained having a group come out on a planned basis to help us do some maintenance work,” Munts said. “We certainly could use some younger backs and reaches to get some things done.”
Over 40 people contribute the community garden, along with 30 to 40 people from Edible Tree Project who help with pruning, picking and holding workshops. Five to six people are from outside the parish community.
“It’s preserving an old orchard and using it well, it’s feeding the poor through it and it’s educating people about raising food and taking care of trees, so it’s an educational opportunity,” Bartholomew said.
Matthew Kincanon is a staff writer. Follow him on Twitter: @MatthewKincanon. | agronomy |
https://weroast.coffee/products/manos-de-mujer-single-origin | 2023-09-24T22:41:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506669.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924223409-20230925013409-00899.warc.gz | 0.877005 | 92 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__323836280 | en | Type: Single Origin
Roast Profile: Medium
Tasting Notes: Creamy body, balanced acidity, complex notes of ripe melon black cherry, and chocolate.
Story and Impact: Manos de Mujer translates to the Woman's Hands. It is grown by the ACODIHUE cooperative in the mountains of Cuchumatan, Huehueteango, and is produced entirely by Woman farmers in Guatemala. | agronomy |
https://tipsforefficiency.com/john-deere-d125-tire-pressure/ | 2023-06-08T14:32:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655027.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20230608135911-20230608165911-00060.warc.gz | 0.940366 | 527 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__288328250 | en | Indeed, John Deere is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of agricultural and turf equipment that we use in construction and forestry works. One of their great products is the John Deere D125, a lawn mower tractor that can transform your yard in a jiffy. Many have commended John Deere D125 because it is extremely easy ride-on, easy to handle, and high quality.
It is indeed high quality, but it still requires proper maintenance, particularly its tires, to ensure optimal condition. The tire pressure must be maintained between 10 and 14 psi for better traction and balance.
What is the best tire pressure for John Deere D125?
John Deere D125 must be maintained between 10 and 14 psi
In general, the tire pressure of John Deere D125 must be maintained between 10 and 14 psi. You must consider the size of the tires before inflating them. The maximum PSI is normally indicated in every tire, so make sure you are checking the manufacturer’s recommendation as well.
The size of the front tires usually differs from the rear tires. Generally, front tires measure 15 x 6.00, while rear tires measure 20 x 8.0. Therefore, the tire pressure of the front tires is different from the rear tires. Front tires with this size require 97 kPa (14 psi) tire pressure, while rear tires with 20 x 8.0 require 69 kPa (10 psi) tire pressure.
What happens if I exceed the recommended tire pressure for John Deere D125?
Overinflated tires can cause issues with equilibrium, steering, and power
Overinflation is not good for your tires and your lawn mower. It will affect the equilibrium, steering, and power of your John Deere D125, which will definitely affect your work. It can cause excessive bouncing while mowing, which affects the quality of your cut. It can also cause problems in traction, braking issues, and the risk of a blowout.
What PSI should my John Deere D125 be in the winter?
You may inflate up to 2psi more during winter season
Tire pressure is affected by changing temperatures. It can decrease by about 1 psi for every 10 degrees drop in temperature. Therefore, tire pressure must be maintained to 10 and 14 psi for the usual tire size. It is best to check the tire pressure regularly and inflate it as needed during the winter season. You can inflate up to 2psi more during the cold season or according to the manufacturer’s specifications. | agronomy |
https://www.newtechaqua.eu/meet-our-partners-ciheam-zaragoza/ | 2022-12-10T08:25:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710421.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20221210074242-20221210104242-00355.warc.gz | 0.923626 | 186 | CC-MAIN-2022-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__2390315 | en | The Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Zaragoza (CIHEAM Zaragoza) is one of the four Institutes of the International Centre for Advanced Agronomic Mediterranean Studies (CIHEAM), together with Bari in Italy, Montpellier in France and Chania in Greece. IAMZ was founded in 1969, offering complementary quality and excellence in international training and cooperation through research project management based on CIHEAM Zaragoza’s five fields of expertise: Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Animal Production, Plant Production and Food Technology and Agro-food Marketing. CIHEAM Zaragoza has become consolidated as a point of reference for specialized international training in the agro-food sector. It is located on the Campus of Aula Dei, one of the largest and prestigious agricultural science complexes in Spain, strengthening synergies between the scientific community, firms and students.
Discover their history: | agronomy |
http://info37.info/aloe-juice/ | 2017-03-24T12:12:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218187945.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212947-00432-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.942362 | 262 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__262803101 | en | It is suspected that the antibacterial property of the Aloe vera is the cause of the pain relief (from burns and cuts) reported by so many people.
Today, you can find Aloe vera outside Africa since it is a common garden plant, mainly in dry areas where gardens must be prepared with the climate in mind.
Aloe vera is in addition commercially cultivated all around the world to be used in natural cures.
Outside Africa, you will find the major Aloe vera farms in the Mediterranean region, the U.S., the Caribbean and Japan. An Aloe vera plant will in addition do well indoors, but be sure that it can grow extremely large and require re-potting.
Just like all the other succulent plants, the Aloe vera plant can store a large amount of water inside of its large fleshy leaves. This is an adaptation to a life in regions susceptible to droughts. Wild Aloe vera is usually found in regions that experience large temperature differences between day and night.
When the dew falls, the Aloe vera can absorb the moisture and use it to survive and thrive.
The information in this article is not intended to replace medical treatment or advice from a doctor or other licensed health care provider. | agronomy |
https://www.everris.com/technologies/m-77-technology/ | 2024-04-16T07:48:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817073.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416062523-20240416092523-00186.warc.gz | 0.908017 | 154 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__141504340 | en | This is an exclusive package of compounds that have defined purposes. This package includes ingredients that enhance the delivery of the spray solution, its speedy
uptake, and the effectiveness of the nutrients included on their target organs and tissues. An additional innovative, patented plant booster takes the plant nutrition even one step further.
All these ingredients result in healthier and more productive crops.
The M-77 formula contains:
- Compounds extending the effectiveness of the chelates delivered by the foliar spray
- Vitamins that improve the metabolic activity of the tissues absorbing the spray
- Functional elements that improve the utilization of the nutrients
- Stress-reducing compounds that enhance plant’s resistance against abiotic stresses, thereby maintaining its productive capacity | agronomy |
https://proudruralteacherpodcast.com/2023/02/10/rettler/ | 2023-10-01T22:53:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510941.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001205332-20231001235332-00440.warc.gz | 0.962033 | 4,250 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__268184183 | en | I think it’s fair to say that for many rural communities, agriculture is part of our identity, culture, and history. Teachers who embrace that, bring in concepts of agriculture into their classrooms. Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom supports educators who desire to teach concepts through an agricultural lens through resources, grant funding, and recognition. Each year, they recognize one educator as the Outstanding Educator of the Year for their efforts in teaching students the importance of Agriculture while integrating Agriculture concepts across the curriculum. In this interview, you are meeting Jessica Rettler, the 2022 Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Educator of the Year. Listen close! She’s going to drop all sorts of ideas. Even if you’re not from Waushara county, you can still glean all sorts of ideas to apply to your own community.
Teaching/Connection Ideas Mentioned by Jessica:
- Bringing in produce for school lunch
- Ag in the Classroom Curriculum
- Ag in the Classroom Essay Contest
- Farming for the Future Foundation
- Little Fred Parodies
- Peterson Brothers Videos
- Into the Outdoors Videos
- Kids Dig Wisconsin Potatoes
- Spud Mobile
Field trips / Guests:
- Heartland Farms
- Alice in Dairyland
- Flyte Family Farm
- Wysocki Produce
- Food + Farm Discovery Center
- Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center
If you’re interested in learning more about the Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom 2023 Essay contest, visit https://www.wisagclassroom.org/events-activities/essay-contest/. It’s open to all 4th & 5th grade students. Entries are due to your county coordinator by April 1st, 2023.
Transcript of Interview:
[Brogley] Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom, a program funded by Wisconsin Farm Bureau, recognizes a Wisconsin teacher or teaching team for their achievements in teaching students the importance of agriculture while integrating agricultural concepts across the curriculum. Wisconsin agriculture is a significant contributor to the state’s economy, generating billions of dollars in revenue each year through the production of crops and dairy products. It also provides employment opportunities for a large number of people, particularly in rural areas. Wisconsin agriculture is vital in feeding the state’s population and meeting the growing demand for food in other places. And of course, it plays a crucial role in preserving the state’s natural resources, such as soil and water, through sustainable farming practices. For many rural communities, agriculture is the backbone of the community with roots several generations deep.
I want to replay a short clip from an interview a few years back I did with beloved Wisconsin Author, Jerry Apps. We were talking about how most people in rural Wisconsin are connected to farming in some way. Here’s what he said about our historical and cultural connection to agriculture.
[Apps] We have our roots, and this maybe sounds a little strange, but we all have our roots, our background in the land. We only have to go back, I don’t know, two or three or four generations depending on your age. And there’s a farmer there and that farmer was the foundation for who you are today. Not always. There are some exceptions, but by and large a huge part of our population has that kind of direct and something more and more indirect relationship to the land,
[Brogley] I think it’s fair to say that for many rural communities, agriculture is part of our identity, culture, and history. Teachers who embrace that, bring in concepts of agriculture into their classrooms. Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom supports educators who desire to teach concepts through an agricultural lens through resources, grant funding, and recognition. Each year, they recognize one educator as the Outstanding Educator of the Year for their efforts in teaching students the importance of Agriculture while integrating Agriculture concepts across the curriculum.
[Brogley] Jessica, thank you for taking time to speak with me today. First, let’s talk about who you are and what you do in the district.
[Rettler] Well, I’m a farm girl, farm girl at heart. And I’ll tell a little bit more about my story later. Now that I’m married, we live a little bit off of the farm, but not too far away from Flyte family farm is where I grew up. And so here at tri-county, which is just 20 minutes north on the highway. I’m a fourth-grade teacher and a varsity volleyball coach
[Brogley] So geographically speaking, where is Tri-county?
[Rettler] So tri-county, we are made up of Adams, Portage, and Waushara County predominantly with additions of open enrollment. But on our hand, and I’ll talk about that in a little bit, but we’re right in the center of that Wisconsin palm, We’re just south of Stevens Point about 25 minutes. And north of Portage, about an hour.
[Brogley] What’s the community like?
[Rettler] Community is rural, and we have a lot of agribusinesses that we talk a lot about that in the classroom and we make those connections for students and families. My parents could, you know, be a banker in town or out of town or the farm help is of course probably most widely known as in the agriculture world. We have many chemical and fertilizer companies right here within Plainfield. We have, or in the neighboring area, we have an active feed mill. So we have, you know, lots and lots of great resources that the kids can connect with the different parts of Wisconsin agriculture.
[Brogley] So you recently won the Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Educator award. That’s huge. What is winning that award mean to you?
[Rettler] I think the biggest thing for me is the legacy that’s behind who I am. So I’ve always wanted to be a teacher and follow in the footsteps of my mom and my grandma. So third generation family of teachers and piggybacking off that, our intergenerational family farm that my parents started, grandparents from there, but the specific Flyte family farm with the vegetable portion, is my mom and dad’s doing. From early on I knew I would want to meld that into, well, just naturally who I am and carry that into the classroom. And in later years, I had my eyes set on that. 4th grade would be the ideal age. And it just fits so well with Wisconsin agriculture, teaching Wisconsin history, fitting that in, and providing all of those experiences that I’ve had or not all of the experiences, but sharing my story. I’m honored to have received this award and like I said, to kind of not just me, but on behalf of those that have shaped my history, my past, and helped me instill the same love of land, love of the world that we live into students and athletes.
[Brogley] It sounds like you do a great job shaping that, you know, agriculture, education and advocacy and spirit into your classroom. How do you do that? How are you integrating agricultural education into your classroom?
[Rettler] One of the things that I do and our school has supported for many years is to bring in our fresh vegetables and fruits from the family farm. And so the kids will see me in August, at the start of school, or the staff breakfast welcome back carrying in totes of watermelon, the basics to make, like, a salad bar, things like that. Peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, the onions. But in more recent years, now our kitchen chief, I guess, he purchases sweet corn, gunny sacks of sweet corn and we tried different recipes and included that in goulashes. Corn on the cob and different things that I can bring squash, different types of squash. And so he has put those into their lunches. And so the kids will see me or even help me early morning if they’re here, you know, prior to the buses or whatever help you, “Mrs. Rettler can I help you get that down to the cafeteria!” and then we drop it off when we come around for milk break, the totes, will be sitting out there and the kids are like, “Ohh, Mrs. Rettler”, you know, “can you fill this with yellow watermelon? We’d really like to try the yellow watermelon.” So not only do they get it in their lunch, but then they also get it we’re part of the fresh fruits and vegetable program grant. And so Tuesdays through Thursdays, every now and then, they’ll get something fresh off the farm, too. [The kids ask, “And is this from your farm?” Yes, it is. And then we talk about all the great things. So yeah. So that’s one of the great stories that I get to share and the kids see me living, you know, the best that you can. We also have a vegetable stand here Plainfield. And so a lot of times the students will say, “oh, I went down and we bought sweet corn, we bought cabbage and we turned it into coleslaw”, different things. So they make those connections with me through that. As far as into the classroom, I’ve written many…in earlier years, I wrote my own lessons, but now I get to borrow from Ag in the Classroom curriculums. Most recently I have worked with the Farming for the Future Foundation, which is a partnership with Heartland Farms. I’ve helped pilot edit their lessons and implement. And so it’s wonderful because they are doing all the work behind the scenes and I get to take it and share it with the students. So that has really been a lot of fun and a lot of learning, for me as well and sharing, and so one of the other things I love the, I think there’s there parodies, the little Fred, farmer and also the Peterson Brothers. They have a parody that I share and when I am cautious about when I share that because it’s so exciting. They beg for more, which is great. But yeah, we share that more toward spring. Just cause the excitement and it’s great, but I only have so many to share. I also use Into the Outdoors, wonderful videos that are created in Wisconsin. Yes. And so we actually had a segment it, it was many years ago, but it was the local farm potato farm Wysocki and Coloma Farms featured so and I know Andy very well growing up in the area. So that was exciting and I always still, I still use that one cranberries, things like that. We also participate in kids dig Wisconsin potatoes, so through through, excuse me, the Wisconsin vegetable and potato auxiliary. They promote and provide the seed and Heartland farms many, many years ago gave us, I would call it a terrarium, but a clear container that’s much larger than just a pot so the kids can actually see the root system. And watch the potatoes develop and then we have a harvest party in the spring. So we have a potato on a spoon and gunny sack relay races and we dig the potatoes and after that, we have one sacred T-shirt that has the class winner’s name on it between the two fourth grades such as the friendly competition and watching the potatoes grow.
[Brogley] Let’s take a quick break to learn about this year’s Wisconsin Ag in the classroom essay contest, and when we return, we’ll pick back up with field trips that Jessica takes her students on.
Both: Hey, I’m Tessa Riley and I’m Ben Ehlert.
Tessa: We are future teachers in the school of education at UW-Platteville with a message to all 4th or 5th-grade teachers in Wisconsin.
Ben: That’s right. All 4th and 5th-grade students are eligible to enter the 2023 Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom informative essay contest. It’s called “You’re gonna need milk for that – Wisconsin Dairy fuels our bodies, communities, and economy.”
Tessa: Essay length maximums are 400 words for 4th grade and 500 words for 5th grade, and need to include at least 3 references to Wisconsin as supporting evidence.
Ben: Here’s the cool part – you can create your own writing prompts. Maybe you could encourage kids to write about why kids need milk to fuel strong bodies. Or why are dairy farmers an important part of our local economy? Or even why is the dairy industry an important industry to Wisconsin’s overall economy?
Tessa: Great ideas! Refer to Wisconsin 3 times and include stats, facts, examples et cetera. And you can even use the book “Tales of a Dairy Godmother” by Ward Jenkins to kick it all off!
Ben: You can learn more about the contest by visiting Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom online or looking in the show notes of this episode for a direct link.
Tessa: Entries are due to your county coordinator by April 1st. Celebrate Wisconsin Agriculture and improve your students’ writing skills! Check out the Wisconsin Ag in the Classroom writing contest!
[Return to the Episode]
[Rettler] We have lots and lots of field trips that we participate in whether it be going out to Heartland Farms. My husband had created a replica of a small irrigation system when he worked there, and so that’s still there for training purposes and for tours student groups, but we get to see the technology that’s used on their farm. We’ve gone to Wysocki produce and Paragon farms in the past and watched them from working with potatoes, the X-ray machine, and how that all works. So that the kids get a good idea of potatoes from the packing facility to their table and the different types of potatoes. We work with the University of Wisconsin Hancock agriculture station. They plant pumpkins as third graders and we go out as fourth graders and harvest the pumpkins. We take them to the Flyte family farm fieldstones fall festive place where we do the corn maze and the corn pit, the hay maze and have fun and just have team building but also talk a little bit about fall agriculture and see some harvest of cabbage and potatoes and soybeans on the way out, so just melding that all together. We had Alice Dairyland here the other day, so we got to go on the expedition with her and talk about Wisconsin soils, so.
[Brogley] It sounds awesome. Just so many opportunities for you to connect kids with concepts and agriculture, but also what makes your place unique? You know, community assets, right? But also Wisconsin’s vibrant agricultural, you know, economy. It’s awesome. So how do your kids react to these efforts?
[Rettler] They love it. They beg for more. They, you know, and, and I have many former students that’ll come back and say, hey, I remember when or how are you doing the potatoes again this year? And, you know, did anybody come in and call them tomatoes? Because we have to steak them. They’re in the classroom and they do look, you know, being in the same family. So, you know, it’s just, yeah. So no, we’re not growing tomatoes. We’re growing potatoes, but the kids come back. So, I mean that tells me that I’m, you know, play an important role in their Agriculture, education, but just again as you’ve said, the connections and that’s I think the biggest piece for me and that’s who I am, is just making connections with people and enjoying the great things of life that provides.
[Brogley] Alright. So we’re heading into the New Year and spring is right around the corner. Lots of chaos to approach soon. What’s on, what’s on the docket for 2023 classroom? Any spring projects?
[Rettler] I am. I’m going to partner again with Farming for the Future Foundation. They have offering some new STEM kits. I’m really excited. I’ve never really done any of those. and some literacy kits and I’m really excited to have some updated breakout boxes that they have created. We’ve done breakout boxes through previous librarian here at tri-county and I’m excited to use and have that agricultural twist to it. So and where do you get those from? That’s from Farming for the Future Foundation, the division of Heartland Farms.
[Rettler] So yeah and they’re actually opening their food plus Farm Discovery Center. I think it’s and that’s one of those future field trips. I don’t know that we’ll get there this spring, but that’s in Plover, and so I’ve been watching when I go and pick up groceries and things like that or you know had north off of the interstate there. They’re doing a lot of work to try and get that open, so I’m pretty excited about that. Not only has working with them and the curriculum and bringing it into the classroom, but they afforded our family an opportunity to actually be videoed for some of the displays that will be happening there along with some other intergenerational farms that are in our area. So we’re pretty excited to see some of that footage.
[Brogley] What advice would you give a teacher who did not grow up on a farm, who might not feel so confident with their own agricultural background, knowledge, and experience? What can they do to bring more agricultural education into their classroom and pay respect, really, to the Community assets in their neighborhood? What can they do?
[Rettler] Sure. So if you’re just getting into teaching or want to add that agriculture information for students, there are lots of places to go and a lot of things that are just ready to implement. So whether it be Farming for the Future Foundation and their curriculum that they’re working diligently on to get out to a multitude of age levels. They have those, I would say Into the Classroom too for the video aspect. That’s very appropriate for 4th grade and a little beyond, maybe a little earlier in the grades with lots of different topics, just that exposure. Teaming with Farm Bureau, Wisconsin Farm Bureau, so I haven’t mentioned that we have participated annually in their Ag in the Classroom essay, themed essay contest. Our youngest daughter was a district and state winner in 2021. So that was pretty exciting. So there’s that opportunity that happens here and is due like April 1st, but also whether it be the potato and Vegetable Growers Association. They have the spud mobile. They have different opportunities. There’s an agriculture booklet that I believe is still being produced through the Wisconsin Farm Bureau. So a lot of times it is just trying to, I guess, connect with the right person that can get you that information. But the website starting out with Wisconsin Farm Bureau Ag in the classroom can get you those resource links and maybe get you started. If not, contact me and I’ll do what I can.
[Brogley] Sounds good. So this episode is definitely going to be packed with a lot of resources and links because you just shared out. Probably two dozen things that teachers could look at. So I appreciate that tremendously. Thank you for your time and congratulations on your award. Thank you so much. | agronomy |
https://umpquawatersheds.org/biochar-an-ancient-solution-to-a-modern-global-crisis/ | 2024-02-28T13:25:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474715.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228112121-20240228142121-00024.warc.gz | 0.938207 | 1,303 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__83806367 | en | Biochar: An Ancient Solution to a Modern Global Crisis
Ken Carloni, Ph.D.
biochar /ˈbīōˌCHär/ noun: charcoal produced from plant matter and stored in the soil as a means of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. (Online Dictionary)
When the Portuguese first arrived in Amazonia, they discovered small islands of dark, highly productive soils associated with indigenous villages. Unlike other notoriously poor soils in the region that became depleted after just a few years of cultivation, these soils have remained productive after centuries of continuous farming. The Portuguese named these soils “terra preta de índio” (black earth of the Indian), and they are now known simply as terra preta soils.
A few decades ago, anthropologists discovered that these soils contained significant amounts of broken pottery, animal bones, charcoal, and other materials common to “kitchen middens”. Some of these “anthropogenic” terra pretas were created nearly 2500 years ago! Further investigations showed that the key ingredient that made these soils so productive (and dark) was the biochar. The upheaval of indigenous lifeways brought on by the arrival of European cultures and diseases caused this traditional ecological knowledge to become lost as settled agrarian peoples became more nomadic to avoid contact with their invaders. But the discovery of these soils has led to renewed interest in the science of biochar and the technology to produce it.
So what is it about biochar that makes it such a super soil amendment? To answer that question, we need to first understand how it is made.
Biochar is simply wood that is exposed to high heat in a low oxygen environment – a process known as slow pyrolysis. This causes two important effects. One is that carbon-based molecules in the wood are converted to forms that are highly resistant to microbial decay. That means that char is unavailable as a food source to decomposers and remains in the soil for millennia rather than being gradually converted to CO2 through microbial respiration in a few decades.
The second effect of slow pyrolysis is that the cell structure of the wood remains intact. This creates a myriad of tiny compartments that provide pores for water storage and habitat for beneficial microbes. This also creates a huge surface area of black carbon that tends to adsorb soil minerals that would otherwise leach from the soil. This significantly increases soil productivity and boosts plant growth, thereby removing even more CO2 from the atmosphere.
So – biochar production 1) improves soil productivity, 2) converts logging slash into a value-added product, 3) creates jobs, 4) reduces fuels, and 5) removes carbon from the atmosphere and stores it in a stable form.
Given the urgency of all of the issues biochar addresses, it’s no surprise that there are groups of biochar enthusiasts springing up around the world. We are lucky to have a very active group of biochar champions in the Umpqua: the Umpqua Biochar Education Team (UBET). This dedicated crew of researchers and practitioners holds regular demonstrations – you can follow their activities at http://ubetbiochar.blogspot.com/.
The Yew Creek Land Alliance (YCLA), a local nonprofit with 380 acres of conifer forest and oak savanna west of Riddle, OR, recently completed a biochar project funded by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to treat six acres of logging slash left from oak habitat restoration/fire resiliency work completed this spring. Kelpie Wilson (http://www.wilsonbiochar.com/), a regional leader in biochar engineering and logistics, provided expert consulting services, and Mark Eason handled the contracting and some of the excavator work. We are extremely pleased with the results of the project!
We had a crew of 5-6 in the field for 12 days and treated over 6 acres. We first spent 2 days with a shovel operator using a “rake” to get the slash into piles near the road beforehand. We used 3 kiln styles: 5’ X 5’ Oregon Kilns (designed by Kelpie) (1.5 yards), a ~7′ diameter 4′ high round kiln similar to local biochar pioneer Don Morrison’s design (~5.5 yards), and 6′ X 13′ X 3.25′ rectangular kilns made from salvaged steel “boxes” from old 39″ X 79″ flat plate solar panels (9+ yards).
All of these kilns are designed to utilize a “flame cap” that uses smaller fuels to char larger diameter wood. In contrast to the way you would build a fire in your wood stove or fireplace, the larger fuels were loaded at the bottom of the kiln and the fine fuels on the top. We lit the initial fires with propane burners so that we could get an even, clean-burning flame across the whole surface of the kiln. This prevents the downward flow of oxygen into the deeper parts of the kilns while providing heat in excess of 2000o F on top resulting in the slow pyrolysis of the larger material.
We found all 3 kiln styles to be effective in particular situations: we set up the big kilns on the roads near big slash piles, the round one in uneven, off-road settings with a lot of slash nearby, and we used the Oregon kilns to “clean up” in the spaces between. In areas of the project that were too far from the water truck or otherwise difficult to access or process, we left the slash in small scattered piles for wildlife.
Our preliminary results indicate that we converted 20-30% of that slash into biochar, and the whole project came in under-budget. And, yes, the area now looks like a park instead of a post-logging war zone!
We will be treating another 6 acres of slash produced during more restoration work on the YCLA property in 2019, and we will be inviting the public up to see it. Stay tuned to future issues of 100 Valleys and Watershed Moments for times and dates of our next biochar project/demonstration. In the meantime, follow the inks above to learn more about bringing this vital ancient technology back to local ecosystems. | agronomy |
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Last year, I went to war with what I finally discovered to be a cut worm. This is a completely illogical creature as it only cuts off stems. It does not eat anything...it just enjoys destroying property. Like this:
So I called Mike McGrath from "You Bet Your Garden" on NPR and he suggested 'plant collars', which is a can or plastic bottle with the top and bottom cut off and buried halfway in the ground around tender, young plants. I have been having friends save bottles for me and I've tediously repeated this 'plant collar' process on dozens of my vegetable transplants.
This morning I was planting new lemon and spicy globe basils to replace the ones that were stripped (because I DID NOT put collars around them) and I decided to used some of the little plastic pots that have been piling up under my garden bench. As I was cutting off the bottom, I glanced over at the new plants to realize that I would be taking the plants out of one plastic pot and stuffing them into another - damaging the roots in the process - and it occurred to me: "why not just cut the bottom out of the pot it's in and bury that one?" Duh.
A cut worm barrier needs to be a minimum of about 2 inches above the surface and two inches below. After I cut the bottom out, I gently pressed the plant down a bit:
After planting it, I sprinkled a couple of tablespoons of pre-minced bottled garlic around the outside and spritzed the plants with the soap/baking soda/olive oil soap spray (last spring blog entry) with a bit of fish emulsion mixed in for good measure. I will keep you posted on how that works.
The collars reduce the amount of water it can soak in from the surrounding soil, so it is important to mulch with well crunched up leaves inside the collar (making sure you don't create a cutworm bridge) and often check the inside soil for dampness. Once the plant matures, you can cut the collar off with a pair of shears. Another option I read about is to affix two Popsicle sticks around a stem with twine. I'll try that out and keep you posted ~ | agronomy |
https://bcpublication.org/index.php/FSD/article/view/5729 | 2023-12-04T08:53:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100527.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204083733-20231204113733-00117.warc.gz | 0.812174 | 320 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__47874702 | en | Study on the Ecological Planting Mode of Beach Land in Shaanxi Section of Hanjiang River Basin
Keywords:Hanjiang River Basin; Beach Land; Eco-planting Model.
In view of the technical difficulties encountered in the construction and development of the agricultural industry chain in the Shaanxi section of the Hanjiang River Basin, such as the problems of crop planting and ecological industry chain construction, the typical research area of the Shaanxi section of the Hanjiang River Basin-Hanzhong City was investigated. By exploring the ecological planting mode of the flood land in the Hanjiang River Basin, the ecological planting mode of the flood land was optimized in order to provide reference for the development of the agricultural planting industry chain of the land consolidation project.
Zhang Zijing, gorgeous, Zheng Xuan, etc.Based on the GEE platform and Sentinel-NDVI time series data, the planting pattern extraction of Jianghan Plain [J].Agricultural Engineering, 2022,38(01): 196-202.
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https://keraseeds.com/2019/12/18/the-advantages-of-auto-flowering-cannabis-seeds/ | 2023-12-04T03:21:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100523.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204020432-20231204050432-00842.warc.gz | 0.907393 | 262 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__159114289 | en | The advantages of auto-flowering cannabis seeds
The biggest advantage of these seeds is that when the plant is fully grown it automatically shoots into bloom. It does not depend on waiting for less sunlight. The number of sunshine hours have no significant affect on the auto-flowering cannabis seeds. Any light pollution in the night hours have little to no effect on these wonderful seeds. The same goes for any irregularities in certain periods of darkness and light. Of course, if you are breeding indoors you can still apply the eighteen hours daylight principle, but it’s no longer a necessity. Therefore, converting to the twelve-twelve principle now belongs to the past.
How is the auto-flowering principle possible?
The auto-flowering cannabis seeds come from a unique hybrid of a Sativa or Indica Ruderalis plant. The latter provides the unique characteristics of this auto-flowering cannabis seeds. The Ruderalis plant is native to colder regions in contrast to the Sativa and Indica plants and therefore need less time to bloom. The plant has developed an “internal clock” and puts itself into bloom after about two, to three weeks. The cultivation results of the Ruderalis plant is usually less, hence the cross-breeding with a Sativa or Indica! | agronomy |
https://www.doyenelementsus.com/company/ | 2018-04-22T10:08:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945584.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20180422100104-20180422120104-00265.warc.gz | 0.896681 | 263 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__206603244 | en | The Company’s mission is to bring stature and speed to the entire burgeoning ecosystem. By creating a “consultancy” that provides category defining business acumen and direct access to an experienced management team with hands-on operational experience, the Company will provide nascent and middle market ventures with the cross-functional know-how needed to quickly accelerate their businesses. Doyen Elements will provide budding Hemp and businesses with ancillary support through industry-leading, full-service management, financial, operational, and executional services.
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The Company aims to create economies of scale and increased levels of operational efficiency through taking advantage of the combined synergies of the consolidated management and financial structure. Doyen Elements, Inc. delivers to both consumers and producers. Our research lab plan is to catalyze and restore regenerative hemp based agriculture, food, fuel, and fiber economies for the health, safety and welfare of the planet. The research lab has developed cannabinoid hemp for cannabinoid extract sales; and has applied Genetics, Select breeding, harvesting 40,000 hemp plants of over 40 cultivars, captured over 10,000 images of genetic variations, phylogenetic systematics, field preparation, soil amendments, permaculture, irrigation design, data compilation and storage. | agronomy |
https://hayshedhill.com.au/products/pitchfork-cabernet-merlot-2015-quarterly-delivery | 2017-05-23T14:52:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607647.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20170523143045-20170523163045-00078.warc.gz | 0.788462 | 177 | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__164060637 | en | COLOUR: Vibrant youthful red hues of good depth.
NOSE: Ripe berry fruits with chocolate mint characters typical of Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon.
PALATE: Good concentration of ripe sweet berry fruits with impressive mid palate fleshiness. Soft round palate profile with ripe tannin at finish.
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon 75% Merlot 25%
Growing Region: Margaret River
Block 1 consists of some of the oldest Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes in Margaret River. On a steep gravelly slope these old dry-grown vines produce a very small crop...
Planted in 1975 to Gin Gin (Mendoza) clone Chardonnay, Block 6 has a steep south-facing aspect thereby reducing the sunlight interception by the vines and creating a cool micro climate... | agronomy |
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It was a warm, sunny Spring day on Saturday for the Motherhouse OSLSS Get your Goat Workshop with Rachel Gall in Cornwall, CT. Rachel is an elementary school teacher and she made learning about goats fun for both the children and adults attending the workshop. We first got acquainted with Rachel's backyard goats and then actually did some of the work involved with keeping goats, and also fit in a nourishing lunch outside on the porch.
We learned that goats, like us, eat bananas, but they'll eat the peel! Goats also eat whole cloves of garlic!
We identified the three ingredients in the organic grain Rachel feeds her goats: corn, oats, and soybeans!
We looked really closely at the hay the goats eat! Goats like stems, seeds and variety in their hay.
This goat is eating an herbal deworming ball that Rachel made.
We watched Rachel trim one of her goat's hooves. This isn't necessary for goats that have rocks to climb on, their hooves are naturally trimmed!
We filled up a bucket with water for the goats. Goats like fresh, clear water, but they don't drink as much as cows do.
We admired a bright new round hay feeder Rachel's boyfriend made for her goats and we talked about the different types of fencing and the habits of different goats and kidding time ... and milking. Thank you, Rachel, for sharing your experiences and knowledge with us! | agronomy |
http://www.bdfoods.ie/brand/santangelo-verdeoro | 2020-07-07T22:49:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655895944.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20200707204918-20200707234918-00307.warc.gz | 0.956826 | 173 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__32521898 | en | Mantuano family began the olive oil business nearly one hundred years ago, commercialising the oil obtained from its olive groves. Until the end of the sixties they devoted themselves to production and local trade , making their mark in the industry. Towards the middle of the eighties, the company keeping up the traditions and basic principles of the family business, became more industrialized . Mantuano family began to direct its resources toward the research of product quality and trade of olive oil and vegetable oil in Italy and abroad, consequently increasing also the productivity due to the increase in oil consumption and globalisation.
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https://tribeshouse.com/en/2019/05/21/was-ist-aquaponik-uberhaupt/ | 2019-11-14T18:55:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496668534.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20191114182304-20191114210304-00370.warc.gz | 0.952706 | 474 | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__174087237 | en | Aquaponics is a mixture of fish and plant breeding. It allows a diet with 100x less land and 10x less water consumption in a closed system. Nutrients are not washed out by rain and erosion is avoided.
Aquaponics is a play on words between hydroponics (plant breeding with water instead of soil) and aquaculture (fish farming).
In hydroponics, nutrients for the plants are added to the water, which, together with sunlight, enables the plants to grow. The plants can then be harvested and eaten. Since the nutrients move much more freely in the water, the plants grow even faster than in traditional cultivation.
In aquaculture, fish are kept by humans. This can happen in large fish farms in the sea, in inland fishing ponds or in large aquariums at home. The fish must be constantly fed and the faeces of the fish must be constantly clarified, otherwise there is a danger that the tank will tip ecologically.
Both systems have the disadvantage that they work linearly, you have to constantly add feed nutrients and then you can take plant fish and continuously check that the water chemistry is balanced.
Aquaponics now combines the two approaches by converting fish faeces from ammonium to nitrite to nitrate via a biotank. Nitrate, on the other hand, is the best fertilizer for plants. The plants absorb the nitrate and also filter the water so that they can benefit from it. The fish get fresh water again.
Whether one breeds the fish as food or as ornamental fish is left to the operators, but they are still necessary for a functioning system.
Aquaponics simulates the natural nutrient cycles that can be directly experienced and understood (because they are simplified). We humans can already regard ourselves as part of this cycle and see what we take from this system and how we want to deal with our basis of life.
This system can gradually be extended to include other components. Worm farms that make fish food and soil from plant remains are a good example.
The great potential of aquaponics lies in the resource efficiency of soil and water. It produces the same amount of calories on just 1% of land use and only about 12% of water compared to traditional agriculture. More on this in a later article. | agronomy |
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Orange Pest Control – Pest Worx is a locally owned and operated Pest Control Service catering for all Vertebrate and Invertebrate pests in commercial and residential premises in Orange and Central West, NSW. We also offer general weed control as well as integrated pest management programs. Orange Pest Worx delivers a range of high-quality services with flexibility to meet your needs. We are a fully licenced and qualified service with extensive experience providing reliable, efficient and professional pest management solutions across Orange and the Central West. You can be confident with our service, knowing that Pest Worx has complete Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
Neville Collins is the owner of Pest Worx, with over 25 year’s experience in the pest management industry. We look forward to supporting all your pest management needs. Neville holds an Advanced Diploma in Conservation and Land Management amongst other pest related training and qualifications. If you have a property in Orange or across the Central West that is in need of pest control services, please contact us.
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If you’re in need for residential pest control, Pest Worx has you covered. Orange Pest Worx offer both chemical and non-chemical pest control measures that are flexible to you and your family’s needs. Our measures are designed to have maximum effect on the target species with consideration for your family, pets and household. Pest Worx caters for all Invertebrate pests in residential premises to keep your family safe. Learn more about our Residential Pest Control services.
Pest Worx performs end of lease pest control services for residential and commercial premises within the Central West, NSW. From cockroaches to fleas, Pest Worx has you covered for your end of lease pest control needs. Learn more about our End of Least Pest Control services.
Pest Worx has you covered for all your commercial pest control needs. Pest Worx’s owner, Neville Collins, has over 25 years of experience in commercial pest control; we have you covered for all common pests affecting your commercial premises. We offer tailored approaches to commercial pest management with integrated pest management plans designed to meet your needs. Learn more about our Commercial Pest Control services.
est Worx has over 25 years of experience in weed control across the Central West, NSW. Weed control is a crucial part of agriculture, to control and reduce the amount of weeds that affect the flora and fauna within the property; from crops to livestock. Learn more about our Weed Control services.
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SWAN Systems is a cost effective decision support system that enables irrigators to optimise and manage water and nutrient application.
The precision irrigation software processes a range of inputs (forecast weather, irrigation volumes, satellite imagery, nutrient levels in water and soil moisture readings) to provide the information required for precise scheduling and monitoring of irrigation and nutrient applications.
This in turn has benefits for economic, environmental and social outcomes through optimised resources use and reduced leaching.
SWAN Systems is a secure, web based, soil moisture measurement and monitoring decision support system that collects automatically logged data from sensors, including but not limited to; flow meters, soil moisture probes and weather stations. As SWAN is designed to be hardware independent, clients can use their existing sensors without the expense of installing new equipment.
SWAN takes into account the different characteristics of each of your sites (e.g. field, orchard, park, playing field) so that the information and recommendations it provides are accurate and relevant. Configurable features include soil and crop characteristics, water budgets, irrigation system details, and weather data sources.
Why use Swan Systems?
Unprecedented global economic growth is increasing the demand and cost for the strategic resources of food, water, nutrients and energy. Future demand is projected to outstrip easily available supplies.
At the same time climate change and population growth is putting pressure on the environment and urban green spaces, leading to governments and the public increasingly questioning irrigators’ right-to-exist.
To meet these challenges and to take advantage of the opportunities they present, irrigators will need to optimise their use of all inputs, especially water, nutrients and energy. By doing so, they will reduce their costs, increase productivity and eliminate or reduce harmful effects on the environment.
SWAN Systems is a science-based and user-friendly decision support system that will help you to navigate these issues in a cost effective and accountable way. It collects, aggregates and simplifies data from sensors, meters, weather stations and weather forecasters to provide you with the information you need.
It includes functions for the planning, budgeting, monitoring, management and reporting of water and nutrients applied to any site, be it agricultural or urban green space. Its ability to work for such a wide range of industries makes it the leading irrigation management software available in the market today.
Swan Systems is perfect for a range of industries, including:
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You will need:
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B. WIFI in area that you plan to install the Exilong Valve Switch.
What is so unique about our solution?
Exilong is the first of its kind autonomous 3D irrigation system for home usage.
Our system has gone through many iterations till it reached its maturity and successfully proved its value in professional agriculture utilization.
Our system has already saved thousands of cubes of water and chemical fertilizer.
Now we are ready to provide all of our accumulated experience and deliver it to your doorstep.
During the last 3 years, we’ve conducted many different kinds of tests with both private farm owners and professional leading scientists from the Israeli ministry of agriculture. In most of the tests, we reduced more than 30% of the water and fertilizers used. All this while keeping the same yield, or in many cases, even expanding the yield.
One unique test showed an exciting achievement – our system AUTONOMOUSLY saved 75% of water and fertilizers, while increasing the yield by 7%.
How does it work?
The process is as easy as ONE, TWO, THREE
1 . The “Exi-Sence” sensor is buried in the ground near to one of the yards plants and constantly measuring the water pressure in the root system. Over the time, this measurement is converted to digital data. Using this data our system can recognize water consumption of the plant.
The “Exi-Sence” sensors wireless transmit the data to the central valve switch using proprietary protocol.
The central valve switcher aggregates all this data and sends it to the Exilong cloud server using a home WIFI infrastructure.
3 . The cloud server uses our unique algorithm to calculate the water pressure in various plants, then it AUTONOMOUSLY decides which electronic water valve to open in order to balance the water pressure levels for the roots in each section of the yard according to its depth and individual water consumption.
Once this decision is made, its command decreases or increases the water supply is sent back to the central valve switch for execution. The irrigation adjustments are carried out until the water pressure is back to its prime level.
Our unique mathematical algorithm is used to calculate the depth of irrigation, which is crucial in order to know when to stop it, thus achieving maximum plants’ health.
How it is configured and controlled?
Easily – using one of three methods:
Valve Swicher technical characteristics
Exi-Sense technical characteristics
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https://hintweb.com/how-to-find-a-reliable-supplier-for-agricultural-products/ | 2023-02-05T05:09:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500215.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20230205032040-20230205062040-00809.warc.gz | 0.939082 | 894 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__270485071 | en | The fact that your product supplier is a reputable business and is up to date on industry trends is crucial to the success of the complete agricultural supply chain. These consist of:
- Quality checks
- Correct sourcing of goods and materials
The commercial quality requirements for all agro-support items used on farms must also be known to a professional provider. Aware agricultural suppliers can facilitate the production of agricultural goods and influence consumer habits.
To meet consumer requests, agricultural providers might direct and influence processes and maintain stable supply chains. A dependable agricultural supplier can help agricultural products move around the supply chain with fewer price and quality variations.
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Due to climate change, the world is currently experiencing significant challenges. At such a time, the significance of environmentally friendly, sustainable agriculture that can yet feed huge populations increases.
Particularly in the Middle East, where new technology and digital integration are taking place for more ecologically friendly large-scale agricultural production, the agricultural sector is seeing exponential expansion.
It’s crucial to choose the correct product supplier in a market this vital. You must therefore thoroughly investigate possible vendors before choosing one. Keep reading to find out more!
Ensure consistency and quality of the product
The need for food is always increasing due to the expanding world population. Younger generations that are cognizant of their consumption are driving regional consumer patterns.
Even the most diligent manufacturers look for ways to cut costs within their production processes. The quality of those is the one where compromises are the simplest. Farmers must stay current on international and domestic quality tests to guarantee that the items being supplied to them satisfy the highest standards.
Farmers must adhere to both domestic and foreign commercial quality standards in any unit of agricultural production. Based these are:
- Current national and international norms
- Commercial and industrial customs
- Regular evaluation and revision
The foundation of the entire agricultural supply chain is the assumption that the product’s provider is aware of the most recent quality checks and controls and is sourcing and supplying items with the appropriate paperwork and documentation.
Supply chain stability verified
Supply chains are mainly concerned with the movement of goods and information throughout all supply chain participant companies – from acquiring raw materials to turning them into finished goods to selling those goods.
Consumers in a given location are changing their behavior, which suggests that they have strong preferences for both the products they seek and the value they anticipate from them.
The ability to facilitate a “value” for an agricultural product and influence consumption patterns rests with knowledgeable agricultural suppliers. Farming suppliers can direct reliable supply chains that satisfy customer demand and have an impact on agricultural practices.
The necessary agrochemicals and veterinary supplies are supplied to the agricultural and animal health-producing industries by a dependable agriculture supplier.
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Professional agricultural suppliers can offer further assistance by offering storage facilities to farmers in addition to high-quality goods and trustworthy, sustainable supply chains.
The quality of the production is ensured by purchasing commercial feed grains and feed products from reputable agricultural suppliers who source from the greatest global merchants and mills. However, you can visit Tradekey.com to connect with multiple producers and suppliers of agricultural products.
Every piece of land used for agriculture has specific needs. Some are too heavily populated, inadequately watered, or unproductive, while others suffer from excessive salinity and erosion.
Experience, which new farmers might not have, is necessary to determine which one needs what type of fertilizer help. An experienced provider can provide priceless guidance in this situation. A good yield versus an unhealthy yield might differ depending on when and how much you apply.
Verify their access to local resources and their level of expertise
Local expertise and experience have a close relationship with agricultural cultivation techniques and are crucial to the productive growth of crops and livestock.
Farmers can benefit immensely from working with a local supplier that is knowledgeable about products, supply networks, and demand as well as familiar with crops, cycles, and weather patterns.
Every location has its distinct climate (as well as microclimates), which has an impact on agriculture on all fronts, from soil quality and water availability to average yearly sunlight.
The best way to guarantee that your product is of the highest quality and free from diseases is to source it in good time from a reputable agricultural products provider who has the necessary local knowledge about irrigation, pesticides, and herbicides. | agronomy |
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Elimination of the unwanted plants need to be done since they tend to take up the necessary nutrients. Weeds also needs to be controlled by all means. Unwanted plants on the yard need to be controlled at all times. Weeds tend to grow at any place meaning the yard can be prone to the weeds. The best way to have the weeds present in the lawn controlled is to pull them out of the ground, by removing them with their roots. One is assured that the weeds are uprooted well if they use special tools or the bare hands. The use of a spray is also much essential in case the lawn is much affected by more weeds.
Thatch named to be eliminated at all times since it is threatening in on your lawn. The piling up of the dead leaves grass and organic matter makes the thatch typically. Nutrients are not able to reach the surface if there is the presence of the thatch on the lawn. The best way to deal with thatch is to apply a technique known as scarification which involves raking away the mulch on your lawn. Mosses also need to be controlled if noticed in any lawn. In case the place has high amounts of moisture; there is a likelihood of having he mosses growing here. They usually reduce the ability of the surrounding grass to grow if they are left untreated for long.
Scarification is the main method applied when it comes to controlling mosses. The effective ways of increasing the speed for the growth of the lawn is to use the sod. Sod is approved to be the best when it comes to boosting your lawn growth. Making your sod is among the alternative option to help in improving the lawn growth. Acquiring the sod with ease is achievable if you consider buying the turf from the nearby suppliers. Caring for the lawn is achievable through improving your drainage. The setting of channels comes in handy if one wants to get rid of the unclogged water. | agronomy |
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By buying directly from growers’ or farmers’ markets, you cut out the middlemen. That means more of the money you spend on food goes into the pockets of the producers, which helps them to stay in business and make a decent profit.
2. THE LOCAL ECONOMY IS GIVEN A BOOST
Money you spend on locally grown food can help to increase the financial stability of your community. If local farms get more business, they may well need to employ more staff. The creation of new jobs in your area and having more people in employment will also mean that other local businesses are more likely to prosper.
3. IT CUTS ‘FOOD MILES’
Look at the labels on packaged fruit and vegetables in the supermarket. Sometimes the country of origin is given, in which case you will probably discover that a great deal of the produce on offer comes from all corners of the globe. In most cases it will have been transported by air so that it can reach the shelves while it is still fresh, which adds up to an enormous amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Research shows that choosing to buy locally produced food, from a farmers’ market or farm gate, can cut the carbon dioxide emissions linked to food distribution by up to 99.8 per cent.
4. IT REDUCES WASTE
A proportion of the food grown for supermarkets is rejected, because it’s the ‘wrong’ size or shape, or not quite the ‘right’ colour. All of this perfectly good food goes to waste. Growers selling their own produce directly will offer you a variety of shapes and sizes – just as nature intended.
5. FOOD WILL BE TASTIER
Try peas straight from the pod … or visit a farmer’s stall and buy sweet corn, freshly picked from the field a few hours earlier. These vegetables will often be so sweet and tender that you could almost eat them raw. From the moment food is picked, any natural sugars begin to turn into starch. So the further produce has to travel and the longer it takes to reach you, the less tasty it is likely to be.
6. YOU HAVE MORE CHOICE
When farmers cultivate produce specifically for supermarkets, they may restrict themselves to the most popular fruit and vegetable varieties – often the most bland. If they can sell directly, farmers can cater to the tastes of individual customers and offer a wider range of produce, which means that you get a larger selection of flavours to enjoy. | agronomy |
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