…you put it into storage? What variety was it? Early-maturing crops generally don’t store as long as late-maturing ones, for the most part. Not only that, but for some fruits…
Species to Consider Tapping for a More Unique Spin on an Old Classic
…you like the flavor of butternut syrup but don’t want to tap an endangered tree is the heartnut. Other notable trees to tap for syrup include: Sycamore, Linden, Ironwood, Hickory,…
Getting Rid of Little Pests that Cause Big Problems Naturally
…plant in just one night. If you don’t want to use harsh chemicals to get rid of these pests, some natural methods work just as well. One example is introducing…
Growing One of the Sweetest Fruits that’s Almost Like Candy
Growing one of the sweetest fruits that is almost like candy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Photo by Yulia Matvienko on Unsplash Even if you don’t love…
Valuable Tips for Growing Citrus Trees Indoors
…No. 1 killer of citrus. The soil needs to dry out between deep watering’s. A Moisture Meter can come in handy for this. Don’t use a pot that’s too big…
VofV: Building Communities for Resuscitating Water Conservation
…out more at WGA.com. What can you do when laws and regulations don’t reflect the current water situation? Groundwater Expert Elisa Blanco shares how communities and private businesses in Chile…
How to Chase a Swarm of Bees to Become a Beekeeper
…and thrive quite easily. If by chance you don’t get the queen, be sure to replace her as soon as possible. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program…
Report Shows U.S. Falling Behind in Trade Agreements
…write the rules.” Costa said in many cases our competitors or adversaries “don’t follow the rules.” “I’m talking about China, obviously, and India, and other countries,” he said. He also…
Alternative Method to Get Honey Bees for Free
…when all else fails you can always keep them around for the honey that they will produce for that season but don’t do anything special in order to keep them….
Regenerative Farming: Nothing New to Producers
…Not that they don’t care about it, it’s that if you’re a fifth-generation family farmer, you have sustained yourself through five generations of family farming. It’s table stakes,” Duflock explained….
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
…that your animals have dry spaces to sleep in as it allows their bodies to rest as they don’t need to use extra energy to keep warm. A few examples…
Taking Care of the Perfect Poinsettia You Just Picked
…Don’t keep the plant on a radiator or near a vent. The heat will definitely dry it out. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Taking Care…
Tips for Moving Plants Indoors for the Winter Months
…so they don’t dry out completely. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Tips for Moving Plants Indoors for the Winter Months Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation…
Houseplants that May be Tough to Grow but Worth it
…the more challenging plants to keep alive are native to tropical rainforests, so they tend to struggle in the drier, dimmer conditions found in most homes. You don’t need to…