As spring cleanup and gardening seasons begin, you may be coming across old garden supplies and other items that you are unsure of how to properly dispose of. Here are some general reminders and tips on how to dispose of these items (but remember, your location may affect what you can and cannot do)...

There’s no denying they’re pretty, but did you know there are practical reasons to plant flowers among the vegetables in your garden? Pollination is a vital component in a successful vegetable garden. Planting flowers is like ringing the dinner bell for bees, butterflies and other pollinators. They’...

This time of year, with our rolling hills flushing out so quickly in varying shades of green, the serviceberries blooming with pops of white here and there, it’s easy to miss the not-so-nice botanical banes of a native plant’s existence: invasive species. If you dial back the spring rush a bit, to m...

Amelia Evans-Brown from Highland Mountain Farm in Milton, NH, is very passionate about her family’s business, especially when it comes to her 27 Suffolk sheep. Not only does Amelia enjoy shearing, washing and dyeing her own sheep’s wool, she enjoys teaching others to do the same. She teaches wool cl...

The UMass Extension Soil and Plant Nutrient Testing Laboratory at UMass Amherst is open to the public and currently testing samples to assess how well the soil will support the kinds of crops one is hoping to grow. If your soil sample is unsuited to your agricultural requirements, the lab will sugge...

May 11 is World Migratory Bird Day , a day of celebration and awareness that comes at the height of spring migration as millions of birds make their way north to nest and raise their chicks throughout the Western Hemisphere. This year’s theme, “Insects,” is a nod to the important roles of bees, butt...

It’s that time of year again. Sunny yellow blossoms pop up all over the landscape, bringing smiles to children’s faces – and frowns to those who favor manicured lawns. Love ‘em, hate ‘em or don’t pay them much attention, there’s a lot to be said about dandelions. Its common name comes from the Frenc...

Mother’s Day is a time to express love and appreciation for mothers, sentiments that are often expressed with gifts. Flowers are a popular present to bestow on Mother’s Day, as they can brighten a room and bring a sweet aroma to any household. While any flowers may ultimately suffice on Mother’s Day...

On May 2, Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, joined by numerous agriculture officials, held an in-the-field press conference, sponsored by Clinton Tractor, to urge motorists to watch for slow-moving agriculture vehicles and to remind farmers of their responsibilities when operating farm equipment ...

At the 2024 Ohio Ecological Food & Farm Association Conference, Joel Dufour said, “When you say ‘tractor’ to an American, they automatically think of something with a steering wheel, a seat and four wheels. If you say ‘tractor’ in Europe, you have to specify what type of tractor you’re talking about...

Flowering crabapples in full bloom are one of the major signs that spring has arrived – and that summer is not too far behind. Crabapples ( Malus spp.) are great trees for tough conditions. They can tolerate salty soil and occasional drought. Their small size makes some varieties appropriate for pla...

Are you looking for a fun gardening project to do with your children? Showing them how to grow flowers to make dyes will prove to be a fun and memorable experience this summer, giving them a sense of accomplishment while fostering in them an appreciation for land and nature. Making colors from plant...

There’s more to consider than fresh eggs when raising chickens at home. For gardeners, that includes keeping both chickens and plants safe and productive. Chickens love to dig in the dirt and that can be a problem. Take advantage of their natural tendencies by allowing access to the garden when they...

Environmental and recycling businesses, organizations, community groups and individuals around the U.S. are making plans to celebrate the annual International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) coming up the week of May 5 – 11. The goal of ICAW is to build public awareness on the benefits of compost use ...

If you’re a dairy farmer, no matter the size of your herd, it’s likely that the majority of your milk stays just that – liquid milk. But the spring flush is a real thing for cows, sheep and goats. So whether you keep your livestock’s milk for yourself or you sell it, what do you do when there’s more...