As food prices rise, gardening offers a healthy way to save money

Durham, NC – George Davis knows a thing or two about gardening. After all, he has more than six decades of experience to do so. What you need to know In the year Food prices are expected to increase 3.5%-4.5% in 2023, according to the US Department of Agriculture. In 2022, the price of fresh … Read more

When the drought upsets the apple cartoon

Apple orchard

Fall is here and apple picking season is in full swing. Whether you’ve already been or still plan to make a trip to your local garden soon, you may notice some differences in this year’s crops. From flowering to harvest, the weather in between plays a major role in determining the quantity and quality of … Read more

When the drought upsets the apple cartoon

Apple orchard

Fall is here and apple picking season is in full swing. Whether you’ve already been or still plan to make a trip to your local garden soon, you may notice some differences in this year’s crops. From flowering to harvest, the weather in between plays a major role in determining the quantity and quality of … Read more

The secret to growing giant watermelons for the NC State Festival

RALEIGH, NC – Big things are coming to the state show. The Great Pumpkin and Watermelon Weight Competition will be held Tuesday in the highlands of North Carolina. Brandon Huber has a PhD. In gardening science from NC State University. Hubbard is known for growing giant corpses, but it also has a lot of gum, … Read more