The importance of indoor farming for the local food economy

Square food gardening is a simple concept that cuts down on gardening chores, saves money, water and seed, and grows healthier plants that are easily harvested when you want.

May 12 , 2022

How to prune blueberry bushes

Eric Stafne, Extension fruit and nut specialist, says there are a few different ways to prune blueberries, depending on what you want to achieve with your plants.

May 11 , 2022

Seven tips for controlling apple scab

The apple scab disease fungus overwinters on dead apple leaves and fruit left on the ground, Ross Penhallegon, horticulturist for the Oregon State University Extension Service explains how to address this disease and help prevent it.

May 10 , 2022

A guide to growing spinach in the garden

This fantastic guide by Dan Drost, a Vegetable Specialist at Utah State University - Yard and Garden Extension, provides all your need to start growing spinach at home.

May 09 , 2022

Five things indoor farmers should know when choosing their grow lights

Caught up in the excitement around this emerging sector, many entrepreneurs fail to do the planning and research necessary to select the right equipment – particularly lighting – for their crops, budget, and farm’s needs.

May 05 , 2022

Don't give up on drought-stressed trees

Check out this great advice written by Bert Cregg, Michigan State University Extension, Department of Horticulture and Forestry following a dry period a few years ago.

May 04 , 2022

How to manage avocado heat damage

This article discusses how avocado trees adapt to heatwaves, damage that can be caused by these events and what California avocado growers can do to aid the recovery of heat-damaged trees in their groves.

May 03 , 2022

How to grow your own raspberries

Check out this great guide from the U.K's Royal Horticultural Society on planting and growing your own raspberries.

May 02 , 2022

How to train and prune apple and pear trees

Check out this great guide from the University of Maryland's Extension Center on pruning and training apple and pear trees, both young and old.

April 29 , 2022

Tips for growing blueberries in containers

Highbush blueberries would prefer to be planted in well-prepared soil in the ground but with proper planting and care, they can be grown in containers.

April 28 , 2022