It’s time to plant trees, and Walker County Master Gardeners and the Texas A&M Forest Service are hosting three programs in February to help local citizens do it affordably and efficiently. Ben Plunkett will host “All About Trees” on Feb. 6 at the Huntsville Public Library. Master Gardeners will host their Tree Sale on February … Read more
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture has announced that the application period for 2023 Special Crop Block Grants is now open. The deadline for submission of all application materials is Sunday, March 5, 2023. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated more than $2 million to ISDA for specialty crop projects in the … Read more
Here is information about the best in the Oklahoma State 4-H Speech Contest: Objectives: The Oklahoma 4-H Public Speaking Contest is held to promote greater interest in public speaking and to provide an opportunity for all 4-H members to develop and improve their public speaking skills. Login Information: Pre-recorded video entries are due on or … Read more
IZC, NC signed an MOU establishing a ‘magical partnership’ to address food security Building on multiple projects and years of working together, International Zeolite Corporation (IZ) and Niagara College’s Horticulture and Environmental Sciences Innovation Center (HESIC) have announced a formal agreement that takes the research relationship to new heights. Along the way, they plan to … Read more
We may not be able to do yard and garden work right now, but we can use it to attend private lessons, ask questions, share and hear about extension resources to improve landscapes and solve plant problems. Nebraska Extension’s mission is to extend science-based information to help Nebraskans. For horticulture, one goal is to help … Read more
In all, nine Tribland counties nominated a total of 14 outstanding 4-H’ers to be represented in the Hastings Tribune’s annual recognition program. Today, the newspaper introduced 11 of these young men as candidates for the Honorable Mention. The 11 are Micah Baker of Franklin County, Emily Barfknecht of Horizon County, Emily Breehl of Clay County, … Read more
Looking for a small garden book with lots of content? May I recommend my gardening friend, The Reader’s Digest Illustrated Guide to Gardening. A quick search online and you can find 648 information packed pages for $5 to $15. Now that’s a deal! This book contains everything for the home gardener – perennials, vegetables, herbs, … Read more
The casual observer might believe that a new plant has been planted in the Litchfield High School office. Indeed, a long white plastic structure was planted, and at the beginning of this month, it was full of green plants. But more than decorative indoor gardening, the structure — and six others like it scattered throughout … Read more
Have you ever found a packet of seeds lying around and wondered if you could grow them? Every year when I get ready to start seeds, I inevitably end up with a half-full packet or a whole packet that I forgot to plant. Unfortunately, as the seeds grow, their germination rate slows down. Fortunately, there … Read more
New year, new plants! January is when growers across the country announce their latest selection. You’ve been busy growing plants that work for every way you want to garden – in beds, in containers, in sun, in shade – and add color and vibrancy to your landscape. Whether you want a tsunami of beautiful flowers, … Read more