Today's guest post comes to us from Stacy over at The Full Circle Gardener. Right now is the perfect time of year to think about planting your garden, however big or small, to supplement your own grocery budget. Thanks Stacy!
Gardening for your Budget
While looking through the grocery store circular this week, I couldn't help think how expensive produce is and how excited I am for summer to come! I am an avid gardener and use my garden to supplement my grocery budget every summer and even through winter by canning my garden produce. Not everyone has a lot of extra time, energy or space to plant a huge garden like I do, but most everyone can plant a few key ingredients in a container or a small flower bed for very little money. There are only 4 things needed to grow a small scale kitchen garden to supplement your grocery budget.
A packet of seed will cost $1 - $1.50. (I've seen select seeds as low as $0.25 at Walgreens or $0.11 at Menards during spring sales!) All vegetable seeds are viable (will sprout) for more than one year so hang onto your seed packets to use for multiple years & spread out the cost, or go in on it with a friend.
Be creative with containers. If it will hold soil & allows for water drainage it will work. Containers can be as simple as a ice cream bucket or tin can, or as crazy as a shoe. Sometimes the 'oddest' containers are the cutest yard/deck art! If you are in need of inspiration, check out this Pinterest page or search homemade garden containers online.
Soil cost will vary depending on how much you need, but I've seen small bags for around $1-2 or I recently saw a 40 quart bag at Sam's Club for under $6! Also check with your community to see if and when they offer free compost that you can mix in with your soil (both Fargo & Clay County offer free compost to residents in May.)
In a backyard garden or flower bed, your plants need the equivalent of about 1 inch of water each week whether that comes as rain or you provide it. In a container, you will need to check the plants daily to see if they need water. Consider collecting rainwater in a bucket or barrel to reduce your water costs. Read more information regarding Garden Watering Basics on my blog, The Full Circle Gardener.
Roughly speaking, you could plant a couple of produce items for less than $10 (plus the cost of city water).
Don't overwhelm yourself, especially if you have never gardened before, but also don't be afraid to give small scale kitchen gardening a try! Consider planting one or two of these easy to care for produce items this year and see how it goes. (Follow the link on each one for more information on when and how to plant.)
If you have gardened before or want to get into gardening a little deeper, check out other veggie garden favorites in my Plant of theWeek posts and visit me often at The Full Circle Gardener. Feel free to send me questions via email or Facebook.
Happy Gardening & Money Saving! :)


Human beings are the only species that spray poison on their food so that other animals won’t eat it. And then were silly enough to eat it ourselves! Today a large portion of the food grown for consumption is grown conventionally using pesticides and fertilisers. This results in foods that are less tasteful and less nutritious simply because they have been grown in man’s way rather than in nature’s way. If you have heard your parents and other elders say that food just doesn’t taste the way it used to, you’re not alone. This is because nutrition and palatability go hand in hand, and growing in an unnatural way makes food less nutritious.
Most pesticides cannot be washed off. Once pesticides are sprayed, they don’t remain on the surface but actually enter to the core of the plant. When pesticides are sprayed at the bottom of the coconut tree they can even be traced in the fruit above. All kinds of potions to wash pesticides off are available in the market and perhaps they have a slight value, but they cannot wash out the chemicals inside the food, and nor can they raise its nutritive value. Some of these potions may even add to your chemical intake! If you don’t want to be paying for poison, and eating it too, then you should switch to organic.
Today more and more genetically modified (GMO) crops are available in the world. As yet, luckily, India has not allowed genetically modified food crops. But this does not prevent us from importing genetically modified foods. This is one more reason why it’s always better to buy organic. Organic foods are not genetically modified.
Why do farmers use chemicals?
‘Organic’ means food that has been grown the way nature meant it to be grown. Many farmers know the value of organic, because it also protects their soil. There are also farmers who grow organically to protect their land, but are unable to sell their produce separately and it enters the market along with the non-organic products. But we must be aware that 90% – 99% of the produce in the general market is non-organic. In India pesticide companies lure farmers into using pesticides and fertilisers by saying that it’s a ‘medicine’ for their plants. Once used, it’s very difficult to stop using these chemicals. The government offers subsidies to farmers for pesticides and fertilisers. Some farmers may not be aware of the damage these do to their land. Others don’t know how to get out of the cycle.
How do I know that it’s really organic?
1. If you visit a farm, it’s very easy to know whether it’s organic or not. Bend down and pick up some soil in the cup of your palm and look at it, and smell it. If it’s dark, smells like soil, and you can see little organisms moving around, it’s likely to be organic. If the soil looks just like sand devoid of any life it’s likely to be treated with chemicals.
2. Taste – usually food is that is grown organically tastes much better. You may also find tiny insects in them. For example you may find the cauliflower or broccoli with little larvae just as in the past. You might find tiny worms in some of your guava. This does not mean that the fruits or vegetables are bad. On the contrary, it means that even these tiny organisms dared to eat that produce. It’s safe to eat! Today most of us like our fruits and vegetables clean and without any insects or blemishes. But that’s not how nature provides it. Eating these worms by mistake will not cause any harm, but eating foods covered with pesticides is definitely harmful.
What harm do pesticides do?
Our body is not designed to handle pesticides, and other chemicals, but even then it will do it’s best, and so for a long time you may not suffer the effects. These chemicals will be stored in certain tissues, like the liver and may cause harm only when they reach a critical mass. Chemicals are carcinogens – they cause cancer. Chemicals are also home disruptors, and the cause of a whole range of hormonal problems – diabetes, hypothyroid, polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD or PCOS), premature puberty, infertility, breast, prostate and ovarian cancers, and more.
Organic is not available in my area.
Today with the advent of online companies, organic dry products are available anywhere in India. Everything can be bought online. But fresh produce can prove difficult, especially in smaller towns and cities. Luckily many people in these areas have more space and are able to grow their own food, in their balcony or outdoors. Even if it’s not possible to grow all your own produce, you will be able to grow a large portion of it. Green leafy vegetables grow quickly too. You will also recognise how little space we need to grow our own food.
70% of my food is organic but everything is not available organic!
This is nature. In nature everything is not available all year round. And all things are not available everywhere. But in most places many things are available, and in fact there is an abundance of things to eat in any season. Different plants grow in different seasons. In the summer there are plenty of fruits. In the winter it’s the vegetables! That gives us lots of variety all year round. There will always be plenty to eat. Ideally it’s best to avoid buying non-organic items. There will always be times when we are travelling or have to eat out and cannot be choosy. So why not be choosy when we can and choose only organic?
Isn’t it expensive?
We are so accustomed to eating cheap food that we find high quality food expensive. At the same time we often don’t want to take the trouble to grow our own food. Just as high quality clothes or shoes will last longer, and are therefore worth paying more for, high quality foods allow us to live longer and without any disease and therefore they are worth paying the price for. Anyone who haggles about the price of organic may not have factored in the price of cancer! In the long term organic is always cheaper, because you are saving on the medical bills and feeling better. And it’s definitely cheaper than eating out in restaurants or eating packaged foods. It’s largely about having the right values and the understanding of why eating chemicals is harmful.


The Camellia Belt is Zone 8 and 9. Camellias tend to do well in these areas outdoors. Some camellias can
Note: Dr. William Ackerman was without question considered one of the leading authorities on breeding and growing cold hardy camellias.
Most Camellias can be successfully grown in containers as long as you remember some guidelines! The most important thing to
Camellias can be planted outdoors in milder climates. A part-sun part-shade environment works best and camellias should be protected from afternoon


There are so many kinds of delicious produce grown across Arizona, but one group of crops is extra special: indigenous fruits and vegetables! You can find tons of produce that is native to Arizona at your favorite farmers market – cactus, mesquite bean pods, corn, beans, squash, prickly pear fruit and more all have a rich history based in our state’s diverse landscape and climate. Sustenance in the desert requires time and care. Learning about these plants can teach us about our local culture, our environment and food systems, and the importance of sustainable farming.Read More
With all of the wonderful produce Arizona markets have to offer, it’s easy to go overboard with your Double Up Food Bucks purchases. If you find yourself unable to consume all your produce and don’t want to be wasteful, consider composting. It’s an easy way to cut down on your excess waste and keep it out of the landfill!Read More
Double Up Food Bucks Arizona is proud to celebrate Earth Day! We only get one Earth, and it’s everyone’s job to keep it happy and healthy. When you use Double Up Food Bucks at participating markets, you are nourishing the planet and helping to make every day Earth Day in our beautiful state.Read More
Double Up Food Bucks Arizona had a fantastic year, and we can’t wait to see what 2018 has in store! In 2017, we expanded to more markets, brought more families and individuals healthy and local produce, and highlighted some of the hard-working farmers, farmers markets, market managers and communities that make this program possible. Here is a breakdown of our best year yet:Read More
Over the last few months, we've been highlighting some of Arizona's incredible farmers markets and organizations as part of the American Farmland Trust's Farmers Market Celebration. We've celebrated markets that go above and beyond in supporting family farmers, bringing healthy food to all, and acting as pillars of their communities.
The final pillar of the celebration focuses on how farmers markets can be champions for the environment. One such organization in Arizona who promotes sustainability in everything they do, is the Ajo Center for Sustainable Agriculture (CSA), a community-based nonprofit dedicated to developing a sustainable and just food system in Ajo, Arizona. Their team also runs the Authentically Ajo Farmers Market, bringing fresh produce to their community every week.Read More
Spring might seem like the best time to plant a garden, but in Arizona where the winters are mild, a fall garden is a great option.
Planting in fall has its benefits. The soil is still warm, and roots continue to grow until it gets cooler. There are plenty of sunny and temperate days, which are perfect for spending an afternoon in your garden! You can also worry less about pests harming your harvest, because many bugs fade away as the weather cools.Read More
Farmers markets are great places to stock up on fresh produce and unique goods, but they can also be catalysts for change. Many farmers markets promote sustainability through environmentally-friendly practices. Check out some of the ways farmers markets are champions for the environment, and find out how you can do your part each time you shop.Read More
When a farmers market opens in a neighborhood, the entire community benefits. These markets often act as important points of access for healthy food for community members who need it the most. This week, we’re highlighting more Arizona markets that go above and beyond in championing healthy food for all as we take part in the American Farmland Trust’s Farmers Market Celebration.Read More
The American Farmland Trust’s Farmers Market Celebration is raising awareness about the importance of farmers markets to growers and communities across the country, and we’re taking part in it all summer long. Our focus over the next few weeks is on farmers markets and the people that go above and beyond in bringing healthy food to neighborhoods that need it the most. Many farmers markets assist low-income neighbors, work with vulnerable seniors, donate food to local food banks, or accept federal food and nutrition program benefits.Read More
Double Up Food Bucks can help you stretch your food budget, but there are plenty of ways to stretch it even further. We want to help you get the most out of your money! Let’s set the scene: You’ve just returned from the farmers market with a trove of fresh fruits and veggies for you and your family. You’ve sliced, diced, chopped, and cubed everything you need for your next healthy meal, but what happens to the excess?Read More
Last week, we celebrated an exciting launch of a new farmers market in El Oso Park in Maryvale, a community located in west Phoenix that has low access to quality food sources. We’re thrilled to work with local organizations and growers to help increase access to healthy food for this community, and hope this effort can serve as an example of the benefits of farmers markets in food insecure areas across the state.
A recent Feeding America study found that 15.8 percent of Arizonans are food insecure. Urban sprawl, lack of grocery stores and inadequate public transportation leave many who reside in food desert communities with the task of traveling though the extreme Arizona heat for basic needs and groceries. Many rural communities face similar challenges. Farmers markets can help bridge this gap and increase access to healthier food in every community.Read More
If it’s your first time planning a trip to your local farmers market, you may not know what to expect. What should you bring with you? If you’re using your SNAP Quest Card and Double Up Food Bucks, where should you go first? Get the most out of your shopping trip with these tips:
1. Plan ahead.
When it comes to shopping for food, going in with a game plan saves time at the market and cuts down on food waste. Research some recipes beforehand, and have a clear purpose for all the food on your grocery list. It also helps to know which fruits and veggies will be in season at the time of your shopping trip. Here’s a helpful guide to Arizona’s in-season fruits and veggies.


3 edition of Irrigated agriculture work plan found in the catalog.
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Aerated Static Pile Composting
Aerated static pile composting is a process of biodegradation that uses perforated piping for controlled aeration. This system is most commonly used for food wastes, but can also be used for industrial applications.
Temperature feedback regulates
Aerated static pile composting is a biological stabilisation method used for municipal organic waste. It can transform a large quantity of organic waste into a marketable product. Composting is relatively fast, and is ideal for the processing of municipal solid waste.
To maximize the efficiency of the composting process, temperatures must be controlled in aerated static pile composting. This process uses a series of aeration trenches placed in concrete beneath the pile. Each aeration trench is connected to an electric blower. The blowers can be triggered manually or electronically via timers.
The temperature of the composting pile is monitored and recorded. Using a computer system, the system controls air flow based on the temperature feedback. As temperatures rise, the blower is activated. In this way, the temperature is maintained in ASP.
Heat and moisture destroy pathogens and parasites, while weed seeds are destroyed by heat. Aeration promotes rapid composting by limiting odors and promoting aerobic decomposition.
Temperature ranges from 104oF to 158oF. The temperature is also recorded for pathogen reduction purposes. When the temperature exceeds 158oF, the bacteria are not diverse enough to maintain an active compost pile.
To prevent nuisance odors, a cover layer is placed on top of the pile. This layer acts as a thermal blanket. This layer should be at least six inches thick. If the cover is too thin, the compost will become moist. Also, excessive moisture may restrict the oxygen flow.
For optimum results, aeration should be positive. Forced aeration is a common design, though negative aeration can be a better option for odor control. Negative aeration is the most difficult to implement.
Advanced ASP is a method of composting that incorporates variable-speed fans, dampers, and automated controls. A well-designed Advanced ASP can maximize composting rates and minimize air emissions.
Besides aeration, other aspects of the ECS ASP system include total suspended solids, clarification, and solids maceration. These components work together to minimize the potential for pathogen re-growth and to provide an aerobic biological reduction of BOD.
In addition, the aeration system should be designed to minimize operator labor. This is achieved by designing the system to economize electrical fan power.
Air forced reduces anaerobic conditions
Aerated static pile composting is a method of composting which involves a large number of aerated, organic waste materials being mixed in a single pile. This process can be done aerated static pile composting in an indoor or outdoor setting and can produce a finished product fairly quickly.
Composting in an air-forced environment will minimize anaerobic conditions in the pile. It can also help to prevent offensive odors. The process has been found to be an environmentally friendly way to recycle waste materials.
Some of the most important factors that affect the effectiveness of the system are the rate of airflow and the temperature of the pile. In addition, the porosity of the pile is very important. If the materials are not uniformly distributed, there is no chance of the air being able to evenly spread throughout the entire pile.
For example, a pile with a depth of just one foot may be unable to accommodate a full batch of materials. Therefore, it is important to design the composting area to accomodate the volume of the waste material.
The amount of airflow through the composting area can be increased by placing a bulking agent over the top of the pile. These bulking agents can be either sand, clay or rocks. By allowing the air to travel from the bottom of the pile to the top, it is possible to achieve a high degree of vertical uniformity.
Other factors that affect the effectiveness of the aeration method include the moisture content of the compost pile. Maintaining a moisture content of at least 50% is very important. Otherwise, the aerobic process will cease and the pile will collapse.
Thermophilic Phase: This phase represents a time period during which the pile’s core temperature has reached at least 104oF. This period can last for 21 to 30 days. When the pile reaches a temperature below 140oF, anaerobic conditions will begin.
Active Phase: This period is predominantly bacterial-driven. The microorganisms in this phase will break aerated static pile composting down the waste materials to create CO2 and water. During the next 21 to 30 days, the activity of these bacteria will decrease.
Biofiltration protects the pile from heat loss and pests
Aerated static pile composting is a form of composting where organic waste is mixed in a large pile. The method produces compost relatively quickly. This type of composting is good for larger generators of yard trimmings or municipal solid waste.
It is important to follow proper practices during the composting process. These steps are designed to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the composting system.
The first step is to establish a temperature regime that will support the aerobic decomposition of the material. A temperature of 55 degrees Celsius (131 degrees Fahrenheit) must be maintained for at least 72 hours. Once this phase has been achieved, it is time to move the materials into the ASP.
When the initial stabilization phase has been completed, it is time to begin the pathogen reduction phase. This phase involves the removal of pathogens and their destruction at specific temperatures. In this phase, the ASP uses computer monitored temperature probes to ensure the desired pathogen reduction temperatures are met.
Throughout the process, aerated static piles may require a cover to protect the materials from wind or sun. The cover can be made from plastic or synthetic material. It should be at least 20 L in size to allow for adequate cooling.
During this phase, the bulking agent is mixed with the nitrogen rich materials and aerated. Depending on the desired character of the final product, the finished compost may be cured on site.
As part of the composting process, an advanced leachate treatment system is used to maintain moisture in the feedstock. In addition to the aeration and leachate, solids are separated and macerated, and total suspended solids are collected and screened. Using these processes, the pathogens are minimized and the final product is ready for sale.
When the ASP is ready, the final compost is screened for cleanliness and to remove any remaining contaminants. Then, the coarse fraction is cleaned and sold as mulch or ground wood residuals.
Composting in piles is a process that can take months to complete. While this is ideal for smaller quantity producers, such as schools, it is not advisable for food processing plants.
Acts as a vector barrier
Aerated static pile composting is a method for composting large amounts of waste in a relatively space-efficient way. ASP uses a blower to deliver oxygen through the compost. This helps maintain the population of beneficial bacteria. It also helps prevent foul odors from developing. ASP systems have been in use for more than 40 years.
Composting is an aerobic process that kills pathogens and promotes moisture retention. The microorganisms that are present in the compost pile break down organic compounds. They produce heat and carbon dioxide. Their activity slows down when the moisture content drops below 50%.
During the composting process, different areas of the pile will undergo different changes. The outer layer will begin to shed water and absorb odorous gases. However, the inner layer will retain water and nutrients. Therefore, the outer layer is used as an “umbrella” to contain the odorous gases and maintain moisture in the core of the pile.
Vectors are animals or insects that can transport infectious agents. In addition, they are important to the pathogen life cycle. Some vectors include flies, mosquitoes, rodents, and even birds.
These insects can pose a health hazard to humans and livestock. Depending on the species of these vectors, they can carry a range of pathogens. To avoid the potential spread of disease, it is critical to control their populations. There are several ways to do this.
One effective way is to limit their access to the compost. Some options include using tarps and insect traps. Another option is to set up predator insect houses to attract natural predators. Both of these methods should be considered when setting up a composting site.
While these measures are designed to decrease the potential of vectors contacting the biosolids, they may not be enough. It is critical to monitor the activity of these pests and take action if they appear to be increasing. For example, if a fly larvae begins to feed on the compost, it will be cooked in the high temperatures of the pile.
ASP can be an effective way to accelerate the composting process. As long as the initial compost mix is homogeneous and meets target values, the process will run smoothly.


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By reporting when certain plants bloom and leaf out in spring, Albertans contribute vital information for climate change studies. The speed of spring plant development is controlled mainly by temperature. Warming winter and spring temperatures mean earlier appearances of flowers. This study of biological timing is called phenology, “the science of appearances”.
There is evidence that spring is arriving earlier in many places in the west.
“The alarm clock that all the plants and animals are listening to is running too fast” says Stanford University biologist Terry Root.
Observe plants in your area – plant watching is easy!
- Just register for the program,
- Select one or more plants,
- Watch the plant in spring,
- Report the date when the first flower buds open.
Timing is everything!
Reported bloom dates help in:
- understanding how vegetation is responding to climate change, to help predict future shifts in where plants occur
- predicting changes in timing of air-born pollen. There is evidence of earlier and stronger allergy seasons.
- understanding changes in partnerships with pollinators, and plant eaters such as insects, deer and elk
- predicting timing of forest fires
- ground truthing for satellite images
- predicting the best time to treat insect pests in crops (most efficient, lowest cost and environmental impact)
- predicting when to photograph wildflowers or go fly-fishing!
V. Demuth: “With the changes in climate, I think it’s important to help scientists document what’s happening in the local plant communities. It’s a small contribution plus it’s easy and enjoyable. It helps to keep me attuned to the bio-community and I feel connected to a virtual world of other plant observers. Also, the Plantwatch website and information we receive back from the researchers is fascinating. I’m always learning something new.
S. Bargholz: “I just love watching spring come and throw everything into gear!”


These are the pumpkins we are growing this year!
We are also growing some winter squash in the pumpkin garden. We have four varieties this year. They are butternut, sweet dumpling, cushaw and Hopi Black squash. All winter squash seeds are good for roasting and eating, as are the pumpkin seeds!
|Sweet Dumpling Squash|
Squash can replace pumpkin in most recipes and many people like it better. We will post some great squash recipes when they are all ripe in the fall.
In addition to the pumpkins and squash in our garden, we are also growing some heirloom tomatoes which you can see in some of the photos. Unfortunately, some of the tomatoes were planted a bit too close to the pumpkins...
|Buried Overgrown Tomatoes|


About this idea
The Woven Farmstead's Food+Farm Educational space will be built within a 16'x24' prefabricated amish built cabin. The back 10'x16' will feature a small scale certified commercial kitchen, designed with both education and functionality in mind. The kitchen space will be used for educational classes and workshops, teaching folks how to grow/purchase/prepare/preserve fresh, local food options. It will also dual purposely be used by the farm to create value added products including soups, dried/dehydrated goods, salad kits, etc.
The front 14'x16' space will be utilized as a gathering/creating space. It will feature a large farmhouse style table where folks are able to gather around for a series of classes, a hands on workshop, etc. This space will promote the farm's mission of intertwining food, farm, and wellness within nurture, nature, and nutrition.
The building will also feature a loft for storage space. This space will mainly be used to store finished product, as well as educational materials.
Sam, the owner of the farm has food+ farm curriculum created for learning levels aging from early childhood education all the way through senior education opportunities. Sam has worked with local school districts, federally qualified health centers, as well as area organizations providing these educational opportunities.
Opportunities include produce prescription opportunities, grow your own, youth opportunities, etc.
Educational opportunities within this space would be offered both by the farm individually as well as in collaboration with partnering organizations. Through partnering organizations, we will be able to make these opportunities accessible to folks in terms of food edu access+equity.
The impact of this project is multifaceted.
This project impacts the farm by bringing in a key component (food+farm education) to the farms mission of intertwining food, farm, and wellness within nurture, nature, and nutrition by offering series of classes, workshops, and events focused on educating folks on how to source/grow/purchase/prepare/preserve + create with fresh sustainable healthy food options. The addition of this space would tie the food being grown into the community it is being grown for.
This project also benefits the farm by creating new streams of revenue. One stream being income from classes and workshops, and the other being the opportunity to add value added products produced in the commercial kitchen to our list of offerings.
There is also a potential for a third revenue stream; leasing out the kitchen space to other local food artisans.
While this is a process to further explore, we hope to be able to offer that opportunity in the future to in turn impact local + up and coming food artisans within northern Muskegon county, as the demand for commercial kitchen space grows.
The community is also deeply impacted by this project. This project would create space for folks to come to, gather, and learn. The information and education provided under this project has the opportunity to positively impact any demographic within our community. After 7 years of using these curriculums, impacts have been seen and documented. From pre-k through senior living and an array of socioeconomics, there are curriculums/opportunities tailored to specific needs. The addition of partnering with local organizations in offering some of these opportunities also provides an equitable impact, making sure all folks have the opportunity to partake, reducing and eliminating many of the barriers that prevent folks from participating in opportunities such as these. This project has the opportunity to bring the current impact to a whole new level.
Lastly, this project has the opportunity to positively impact our local food system. Throughout these educational opportunities, local farms/food producers/etc will be highlighted. Folks will learn how to shop local based on their needs + budget. This will in turn keep more "food" dollars within the local food system/economy.
What I'll do with $5,000
I would use the $5000 to purchase the 16'x24' amish built shed. When first exploring this project, we reached out to numerous builders and contractors for quotes on this building, with the winning quote coming in at $5000.
Being able to purchase the building will give us the foundation we need to complete the remainder of the project.
To complete the inside of the building with electric. plumbing, commercial kitchen components, and a finished educational space is an estimated $20,000
Kitchen - $15000
Edu Space - $5000
The remainder of this project would be split into portions with plans to be fully complete by the last quarter of 2023. Once delivered, we would use up front capital that has been saved to build out the educational space.
By building out the educational space this spring, it will be usable by the time we are into the main season of 2023. (projecting to have the educational space completed by May 2023.) This will provide space to start this project and begin to pull in revenue through educational opportunities.
We then plan to add the commercial kitchen in the final quarter of 2023. Through projected sales, we will be able to save up the remaining funding needed to complete+certify the kitchen by the end of 2023, with plans to have the full building in production in the first quarter of 2024.


Soil Test for Lawn Success
Use a soil test to determine what deficiencies may exist in the soil. Soil is made up of a combination of sand, silt, clay, air, water and organic matter. Organic matter is the universal soil improver, helping the soil hold moisture and nutrients. Key results we look at are the soil pH, the ratio of calcium to magnesium and level of calcium and the the important Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC). The CEC is a measure of the soil’s ability to hold and exchange cations such as potassium, calcium and magnesium. Also important, the Percent Base Saturation (next to the CEC on the UMASS Soil Test Report) shows values for potassium (target 2 to 5%), magnesium (target 10 to 15%) and calcium (target 65 to 75%).
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Kiwifruit Day 2021
A BRIEF HISTORY OF KIWIFRUIT
DID you know we can thank an adventurous New Zealand teacher for the kiwifruit?
In 1904 Isabel Fraser, headmistress of the Wanganui Girls’ College, set sail from the Land of the Long White Cloud to visit her sister in China and returned from her visit to the Yangtze Valley with a pocket full of kiwi seeds.
She passed the precious pellets to neighbour Alexander Allison, who planted the seeds at his property to the south of Isabel’s North Island school, and the fruit then called the Chinese gooseberry thrived in the coastal conditions.
While Alexander gets credit for growing the first plants, another New Zealander grabbed the glory for developing the green nuggets of goodness.
Avondale farmer Hayward Wright cultivated the variety known as “the Hayward” in 1924 and nurtured his plants ready to be discovered by American soldiers stationed in New Zealand during World War Two.
Good story, hey?
So, what else can we tell you about the humble kiwifruit?
Did you know today is National Kiwifruit Day? Yep, December 21 – the date that marks the first day of winter in the northern hemisphere – is National Kiwi Day.
And we can’t think of a better reason than that to learn more about the fruit that started out as the Chinese gooseberry before forging a long-term link with New Zealand.
BUT FIRST, WHAT’S IN A NAME?
There were a couple of steps between Chinese gooseberry and kiwifruit, with the Chinese calling these tangy gems the sunny peach and the New Zealanders considering melonette before settling on the current name in 1959.
That was right about the time entrepreneurial Kiwis started exporting the fruit to America, and those nostalgic former soldiers, with the dispatching nation’s nickname quickly adopted.
And we are so glad they did, as a kiwifruit by any other name would not smell – or taste – as sweet.
SO, WHERE IS KIWIFRUIT GROWN?
The enclave on the eastern side of the Tasman Sea is perfect for growing kiwifruit. A combination of tepid summers and chilly winters, an abundance of soft sunshine, regular refreshing rains, and suitable soil providing ideal conditions.
So perfect that the New Zealand growing season is up to 240 days long every year, with vines typically producing between April and November.
Commercial crops are now cultivated in China, Japan and South Korea but Zespri – New Zealand’s giant kiwi cooperative – relies on a cluster of Italian and French orchards to fill the gap between December and February which guarantees year-round supply.
GREEN VERSUS GOLD
While most of us remember growing up with the green kiwi, the development of the golden type is seeing that variety becoming increasingly popular.
There is a subtle difference on the outside, with the newer version slightly less fuzzy than the classic green, while inside the golden fruit features fewer seeds and is sweeter than the tangy green eggs.
When New Zealand’s lucrative crop was decimated by disease last decade the yellow variety was credited with saving the industry.
Zespri spent millions of dollars developing an innovative disease-resistant alternative with thousands of varieties shortlisted to 40, four making it to the orchard, and Gold3 emerging the best to become the beloved Sungold kiwifruit.
According to one newspaper, it held the “holy grail of kiwi properties”. It was not only “robust and attractive on the shelf, sweet with a pleasant tang, rich in vitamin C, cheap and plentiful to grow” but repelled the vine canker that robbed the industry of more than $NZD900 million in just a few years.
BEST FOOD TO EAT IN NEW ZEALAND
Well, the kiwifruit, obviously. But there’s more to the Land of the Long White Cloud’s culinary attractions than the Chinese gooseberry, with enough gourmet goodies to keep every traveller comfortably grazing.
The country boasts more than 14,000km of coastline, so there’s an abundance of seafood with cray never going out of style, and New Zealand lamb is world famous.
The destination is a leading producer of artisan cheese, hokey pokey is the signature ice-cream, and the debate about the pavlova’s origins also means the dessert should be in the dining diary.
Travellers should also take the time to experience a Maori hangi – a meal cooked the traditional way, in the steam of an underground earth oven – with pork, mutton, pumpkin and sweet potato core ingredients.
HITTING THE KIWI HIGHWAY WITH AAT KINGS
While it’s unlikely the kiwifruit will be a key motivator for many trips across the Tasman, AAT Kings aids travellers to take a taste during a guided holiday.
New Zealand Uncovered is an epic 17-day jaunt that treks from top to toe and pauses at Kiwifruit Country – on the road between Auckland and Tauranga – during the third day of touring.
Expert guides take travellers on tour around the Fleming family’s 65ha orchard to share stories about farming the green, gold and red versions of the product they call “the world’s healthiest fruit”.
The clan’s Longridge Orchard grows 30-canopy hectares of Zespri green and gold kiwifruit and is one of the Bay of Plenty’s larger growers, with this bucolic North Island region contributing 80 per cent to the country’s crop.
Travellers with a little less time up their sleeve need not sacrifice the kiwi experience with Iconic North, a seven-day sojourn along the North Island from Auckland to Wellington, also visits Kiwifruit Country to taste-test the delightful dumplings.


Our mentors have worked with growers in their fields, presented best practices to groups in industry meetings and seminars, and supervised research programs evaluating some of the most recent products with roles in regenerative agriculture.
There are a number of companies in addition to ST Biologicals dedicated to providing products that will help restore soil health. We represent the ones we’ve determined to offer the best solutions. Our mentors are compensated by ST Biologicals and the companies we represent. If you buy the products we represent, there is NO CHARGE for our mentoring services.
President & Certified Crop Advisor
Talking farm and soil nutrition to open-minded farmers who want to improve their soil and their profits is what Tom does. It’s also why he joined the team at ST Biologicals, who were building a company with quality products that increase soil and plant health. At ST Biologicals, Tom works with suppliers and producers to increase his knowledge of the principles of soil health.
Tom has worked in the ag industry for more than four decades. Growing up in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, on a 60-cow dairy farm with chickens and hogs, he often argued with his father about having to mix the different livestock manures before spreading it on the fields in the spring. Only later did he realize how smart his dad was about fertilization and feeding the microbial population in the soil.
Tom majored in dairy with an emphasis on nutrition at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Under the mentorship of Dr. Lee Witwer, he learned the Albrecht method and the importance of quality feeds, their production, and their relationship with the soil. Tom has split his career between dairy nutrition and agronomy. While consulting in the western United States, Tom realized how important soil health was to plant health and crop production. Now, he gives presentations on soil health and regenerative agriculture to groups of farmers across the country. Tom lives in South Central MN with his wife Beth.
Livestock & Crop Advisor
Because he knows complacency keeps farm profits down, Dave challenges farmers to up their game. He helps farmers with the four main things every farmer needs to know (the 4Rs): use the Right product, at the Right time, in the Right amount, at the Right placement.
Dave has been in agriculture for decades. He grew up on a livestock and crop farm and started pulling soil samples for the local co-op when he was 16 and created a cow-calf herd through 4-H and the FFA, earning Regional Star Farmer. Dave received his degree from UW-Waseca in Diversified Agriculture, a subject he already had experience with in the field and paddock knowledge from the farm. In 2008, he became interested in farming inputs that improved soil health. That started his interest in regenerative farming.
Dave’s on-the-ground experience empowers him to make both agronomic and nutrition recommendations for soil health and livestock production that have increased yields and production for farmers, resulting in improved ROIs. He helps farmers succeed by showing how to integrate livestock into their operation and advising which soil and plant correctives are needed to provide solutions to production issues. Dave is a forward-thinking livestock and crop advisor who can advise you on the specifics of forage production, rotational grazing, and cover crops for your situation, as well as looking at the bigger picture of your entire farm ecosystem. Dave lives in Central Minnesota with his wife Nora.
Livestock & Certified Crop Advisor
Travis has a passion for helping farmers uncover what is holding their productivity back and works with them to create a plan that fine-tunes their operations for increased profitability and success. Travis partners with conventional, biological, and organic farming operations. He sees how using new and/or different methods and technology can affect soil health and improve the quality of crops being grown. Using an integrated system ensures that highly nutritious feed is available to promote healthier animals, and ultimately impacts the food that hits our dinner tables.
Raised on a 50 cow dairy farm in west central Wisconsin, Travis understands the importance of growing quality crops for feeding the cattle. He saw how improving soil health affects the forages and grains, therefore milk and meat production. Travis studied both agronomy and dairy nutrition at UW-River Falls, thus allowing him to integrate these components in the recommendations he provides. Travis has maintained his certification as a crop advisor since 2000.
Through the years, Travis has worked in a variety of consulting roles and always focuses on the needs of the farm. He considers the whole of the farm, walks through any deficiencies or excesses that are found through sample analysis, and formulates a plan that fits the budget and immediate needs of the operation. Regardless of sales, he wants each producer (whether grain or cattle) to improve their soil and animal health, ensuring longevity and profitability for the farm. Travis lives in South East WI with his wife Angie.
Crop & Livestock Advisor
As an agronomy and livestock advisor, Harrison has always taken a consultative approach to the role. When working with a new operation, he takes the time to understand the current program, limiting factors and goals. With a systems approach, Harrison will put together a tailored program to meet and exceed these goals. Harrison works with farmers in and around Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana.
Prior to joining the ST Biologicals team, Harrison worked for several years as an agronomy consultant in Ohio, working with a wide range of operations, both organic and conventional, dairy and cash crop. He has also worked as a forage-focused dairy consultant, providing on-farm support to customers across the Eastern United States. Harrison graduated from Morehead State University in 2015 with degrees in agronomy and ag business.
Harrison’s interest in agriculture started when he was a young boy growing up around his uncle’s dairy farm. He has always had a soft spot for dairy cows and knew that a career in agriculture was what he always wanted to pursue. When he’s not poking around in fields and barns, Harrison plays the banjo and hikes and camps around his home in Central Ohio.


Most available jobs in agriculture are associated with low and unstable incomes, poor safety and health conditions, inequality in pay and opportunities, and limited social protection.
As noted above, most of the poorest live in rural areas, derive large share of their incomes from agricultural activities, and produce significant share of their own food. Invariably, the poor also spend large proportions of their incomes on food. Despite all these stereotypical conditions, the poor farmers toil and bring out the fruits of their “sweat”. However, when it comes to the returns, their hard work goes in vain by the time the fruits of their sweat reach the market.


Expo Milano 2015 is the Universal Exhibition that Milan, Italy, will host from May 1 to October 31, 2015. Over this six-month period, Milan will become a global showcase where more than 140 participating countries will show the best of their technology that offers a concrete answer to a vital need: being able to guarantee healthy, safe and sufficient food for everyone, while respecting the Planet and its equilibrium. In addition to the exhibitor nations, the Expo also involves international organizations, and expects to welcome over 20 million visitors to its 1.1 million square meters of exhibition area.
A platform for the exchange of ideas and shared solutions on the theme of food, stimulating each country’s creativity and promoting innovation for a sustainable future, Expo 2015 will give everyone the opportunity to find out about, and taste, the world’s best dishes, while discovering the best of the agro-food and gastronomic traditions of each of the exhibitor countries.
Malta will gain be present at EXPO 2015, with the theme, ‘Derived from the Past, Preserved for the Future, Experienced at Expo Milan 2015′.
Malta’s Pavilion will seek to promote the Maltese Islands by highlighting all that these have to offer today, and which have been influenced from all the past cultures that were present in the country throughout its colourful history. More information about Expo Milan 2015 can be found on website.


Martin Meldgaard is a danish citizen and he has more than 20 years experience as an agricultural economist for agricultural projects in Africa. He is an expert on managing commercial agriculture and agribusiness. Emphasis on his work has been on developing sustainable agribusiness programs including food security and sustainable supply and value chain analysis, producer organizations and cooperatives including out-grower schemes. Martin also held senior positions with WFP, USAID and Danida projects. Extensive experience of value chain development, marketing and private sector development in Africa. Benefiting from a true understanding of the realities of farming in Africa and the challenges that can entail, his insight and understanding of the industry provide clear oversight and pragmatic management to both new ventures and project development initiatives.


In spite of decades of research, the complexity of new technology uptake by smallholder farmers in the context of development interventions is still little understood. In order to unravel the motives for, and barriers to, technology adoption, we propose a multidisciplinary qualitative framework that expands the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework with the agronomic Agrarian system approach and the Development anthropology-based ECRIS (Rapid Collective Inquiry for the Identification of Conflicts and Strategic Groups) approach. Such a framework allows to analyze smallholder farmers’ livelihoods, agricultural activities from an ecological cum technical cum economic point of view, and social learning processes involving power relationships. Its use is exemplified by studying the adoption of stone bunds in an agroecological development program in Burkina Faso. Many farmers cannot adopt this technology fully because of agricultural production system or livelihood shaped barriers, and because of power relationships bearing on the technology uptake process.


CONFERENCE & EXPO
Agribusiness Conference and Expo is an annual event organized to improve the exportation potentials of Nigerian farmers and agripreneurs through the provision of linkage opportunities with international markets and improved awareness of modern farming techniques.
To achieve this objective, the event is carried out in collaboration with State governments, stakeholder organizations such as the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), Nigeria Export Promotion Council (NEPC), CBN, Nigeria Customs Service, NAFDAC, SON, etc.
The event also has in attendance key off-takers from the USA, Europe, Asia, Nigeria, and other African countries and features practical demonstration sessions on modern farming techniques by technical experts and agribusiness institutions.
ANNUAL /PERIODIC CONFERENCE & EXHIBITIONS
Provision of fora for public and private stakeholders to discuss contemporary agricultural issues.
Exhibition by farm input providers.
Demonstration and display of agricultural value chains and value addition.
Establishing a database of event participants, maintaining contacts, and building a network.
Publication of reports of the initiative or interventions.
Collaboration with Governmental and development agencies, NGOs in undertaking projects tailored to specific groups e.g. Women in Agriculture.
Establishment of a dossier of quality resources persons for specialized subjects, e.g. mushroom and hydroponic and greenhouse horticulture.
VIRTUAL MEETINGS AND DIGITAL CONFERENCING
Webinar presentation with seasoned agriculture development administrators, subject matter specialists on contemporary agricultural issues. The conversations include audience participation.
Marketplace expo of farm products and services and talk by inputs suppliers and off-takers.
Live training and demonstration of farming techniques and product value addition.
AGRICON 2021 offered a range of opportunities to End Hunger through exhibitions of agro-produce, workshops, introduction of mechanized agriculture to local farmers, and women and youths’ empowerment. The event themed: “Building a National resilience for sustainable food security #EndHungerToday” consisted of various components of improving farming and also the export capacity of Nigerian businesses and MSMEs.
AGRICON 2021 specifically targeted local farmers, exporters of agricultural commodities, agro-processors, input suppliers, and other agripreneurs along the value chain in the agricultural sector. The gathering availed farmers, women, youths, and other agro-stakeholders a unique opportunity to meet, greet and strike business deals with players in the agro-export community, and attracted over 1,800 congress participants.
Benue State, known as the “Food Basket of the Nation” is very much endowed with a wide variety of economic agricultural produce that is yearning for viable presence in both the local and international markets. The slogan “Food Basket of the Nation” is a reflection of post adequate exploitation of the vast agricultural resource of the state. However, the ravaging effects of Covid-19 and notable widespread insecurity have impacted negatively on this otherwise viable resource. The state Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has taken a bad plunge and needs to be reestablished to its deserved status.
Our focus is to use the #EndHungerToday initiative to once again encourage youths and women’s participation in farming and agribusinesses. We will be doing this through skill acquisitions to strengthen the value chains of high-impact commodities i.e. those that are in demand locally, regionally, and internationally.
SECTORS OF AGRIC FOR THE EXPO
AGRICON 2021 EXPO will feature the following agricultural sectors: Fisheries, Livestock, Crops, Seeds, Machinery, Biotech, and Agric Finance.
Prepare to strike fantastic deals, and also sponsor AGRICON 2022 to project your corporate image.
Meet International and local exhibitors, development agencies, researchers and business partners and financiers.
Listen to world class agriculturalists speak on food security and the synergy of agribusiness initiatives and government interventions on food issues and SGD Goal 2 Zero hunger and youth and women inclusion in food value chains.
Connect with over 2000 participants of farmers, fishermen, farm inputs dealers, government agencies and NGOs.


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886 Lowell St
Carlisle, Massachusetts, 01741 $2,695,000
ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY to own this fantastic 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath landmark home, and barn on 15 acres of spectacular land, surrounded on all four sides by Great Brook State Park. Distinguishing features of this incredible home include generous sized entertaining spaces that flow seamlessly together, all accentuated by floor to ceiling windows, incorporating stunning views of pastures & woods, filling every moment with incomparable beauty. The farm enjoys 10 pastures, most sheltered w/ mature trees, perineal gardens, a duck yard w/ pond, fertile land to grow vegetables, fields to raise livestock, heated greenhouse, two barns w/ a combined 11 stalls, ample hay storage, a feed room, tack area w/ built in tack boxes, wash stall & every amenity for the serious equestrian, small farmer, and nature enthusiast. Black Brook farm provides a rarely available chance to be deeply tied to the earth, combining the lessons & beauty of nature into daily life; a treasure your family will cherish.


Lettuce Grow Farmstand Packaging
Lettuce Grow, a sustainable food company, aimed to streamline the unboxing experience for their farmstand, extension kits, and accessories kits. With a mission to make healthy and sustainable harvests accessible to every home, Lettuce Grow sought a packaging solution that mirrored the simplicity and ease of their hydroponic growing system. By unifying the packaging system across their product range, Lettuce Grow aimed to enhance the user experience and promote a clean, inviting aesthetic.
Role: Structural Packaging Designer
Client: Lettuce Grow
Studio: Guacamole Airplane
In response to Lettuce Grow’s objectives, our team focused on creating a packaging system that facilitated a seamless unboxing experience while maintaining the integrity of each component. We meticulously labeled and organized each piece of the farmstand to create a clean and inviting look upon opening. By considering every step of the assembly process, we ensured that each component was placed strategically to facilitate easy and efficient assembly. Drawing inspiration from the silhouette of the farmstand, we developed a cohesive graphic language that could be applied across all kit boxes, enhancing the unified look and feel of Lettuce Grow’s packaging.
The implementation of our packaging system resulted in a thoughtful and sequential unboxing experience for Lettuce Grow users, simplifying the process of getting started with their hydroponic growing system. By nesting components in their own compartments, we minimized the risk of breakage and ensured the safety of nutrient kits during transit. The cohesive graphic language not only gave a clean and unified look across various kits but also reinforced Lettuce Grow’s commitment to simplicity and sustainability. In essence, the unified packaging system encapsulated Lettuce Grow’s mission of making healthy and sustainable harvests accessible to all, fostering a sense of ease and excitement among users.


POOR VALLEY FARM
Gardening and growing things have been a natural part of our lives since we were small children, as our heritage roots are with subsistence farmers who were immigrants to this country in the early 1900’s. We became interested in growing food for others in the late 90’s, and first farmed for market in the growing season of 2001. Inspired by the works of Wendel Berry, Eliot Coleman, Steve Solomon and Masanobu Fukuoka, we sought out ways to provide quality produce to those around us. As our farming practice grew, we were fortunate to acquaint ourselves and be educated by some incredible farmers who are some of the founders of the organic movement here in western Washington State. After farming itinerantly for several years we were able to purchase land in Birdsview, Washington where the farm was established in 2004. For a decade the farm operated under a different name, vending at weekly markets, and providing a CSA program. Currently in a transitional phase, the farm is offering wholesale produce, and direct sales.
In 2004 our interest in saw-milling and making our own building materials began soon after we purchased our land. We started out with an Alaskan style chainsaw mill, experimented with splitting cedar planks and rails, and building with round poles. In 2006 our head sawyer began a year’s apprenticeship with the inimitable Jack Knight, of Jack’s Custom Sawing. He ran Jack’s Mobile Dimension circular sawmill for over a year and learned many tricks-of-the-trade. A Logosol brand chainsaw mill was added to the farm in 2008 and a lot of lumber was cut with it, but the chainsaw mill setup was found to be inferior in many ways. In 2012, the farm purchased a customized Brand X circular sawmill and this is the saw in use at this time. It is a stationary swing type circular saw, that can also be set up with a retro-fitted Lucas brand slabbing attachment. The mill can cut logs in excess of 48” diameter, any size dimensional lumber and beams up to 36’ in length. The slabber can cut slabs up to 60” wide, any thickness, and up to 36’. Your logs or ours, we can provide the custom cut wood you need for any project.


The American Phytopathological Society and Aptara announce a partnership for full-service journal production
The partnership will commence with the production of PhytoFrontiers and Phytobiomes Journal titles
Falls Church, VA | March 22, 2022
Aptara has partnered with the American Phytopathological Society (APS) to provide full-service production of the PhytoFrontiers and Phytobiomes Journal.
Aptara’s end-to-end journal production solution for issue management, editorial, composition, and multi-channel content delivery will provide APS with the right people, platforms, and tools to produce and publish these prestigious journals in an efficient manner that keeps pace with the evolving science of plant pathology.
Greg Grahek, VP of Publishing at APS, said, “In our first few months during the transition to Aptara, they have been very responsive to the needs of our authors and the APS publishing team. The Aptara production workflow has already improved our time to publication while maintaining our high-quality standards.”
“We are excited to be selected as the partner of choice by APS in providing end-to-end digital processing and delivery of research content to APS customers,” said Samir Kakar, President of Aptara.
For more than a century, members of APS have been making and sharing significant breakthroughs, both for the science and society. APS is driven by a distinctive community of scientists, whose energy and commitment ensure the global advancement of plant health. APS members represent a broad range of specialties that improve the world’s food supply. From pushing frontiers in the accuracy and speed of field diagnosis to increasing our understanding of plant diseases through laboratory research. Members come from academia, government, industry, and private practice. The diversity of the members and science makes the society pertinent to a multitude of research areas, while international involvement ensures that the latest innovations from around the world are available to all.
APS works with a variety of stakeholders on agricultural, food safety, and food security issues. APS also provides scientific input on public policy issues to federal policymakers and agency personnel and works with other scientific organizations and coalitions to increase the awareness of the science of plant pathology and advocate for increases in agricultural research funding.
Learn more at www.apsnet.org
Aptara enriches content for capitalizing on all digital mediums. Providing full content lifecycle production – from content creation and design, to new media enhancements, content technology solutions, and production for all mobile devices and platforms – Aptara develops innovative digital products that deliver content how, when, and where recipients want it. Serving the 10 largest publishers in the world, Aptara is a US-based company founded in 1988. Our over 4,000 professionals are deployed globally to help content providers create, enrich, publish, monetize, and manage their assets in the digital age.


SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - We're now heading towards the middle of October and it looks like the coldest air so far this season is on the way for this weekend.
After some gray and wet days the sunshine has returned but colder air is moving in.
A Freeze Watch has been issued for all of Western Massachusetts from late Friday night through Saturday morning.
Temperatures Friday night into early Saturday morning are expected to get down into the mid and upper 20's.
Temperatures this cold have the potential to kill crops and sensitive vegetation.
If you still have plants outside, you'll want to be sure to cover them up or bring them inside.


Garlic Festival at The Shoppes at Lafayette
October 15, 2022 - October 16, 2022
How about a Stinkin’ Day of Fun! How about a beer garden with craft beer and hard Seltzer?
The Garlic Festival & Beer Garden returns to The Shoppes At Lafayette. It will be held on October 15/16 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
The return of the Garlic Festival & Beer Garden helps promote local farmers, artisans and crafters and connect with the local community in a fun, outdoor event.
The Garlic Festival and Beer Garden, crafters, music and food will be set up in and around the center of the village and in the Farmers Market area. The Garlic vendors that will be setting up will have exciting offerings from not only locally grown garlic varieties, garlic bunches and garlic braids but will include offerings of traditional and agave garlic vinegar, fermented vegetable relishes, krauts, garlic dill carrot sticks, knishes, Italian barrel-aged balsamic vinegar and olive oil blends, truffle products and marinades, garlic sea salts in many herb flavors, garlic apple cider vinegar, wildflower honey, buckwheat honey and even Black Garlic!
The Shoppes At Lafayette will be open so come enjoy a day of shopping and a Stinkin’ Day of Fun on October 15/16th.


The weather was gorgeous on Saturday so Larry and I picked up our friends Chris and Rebekah and their daughter Ellie and headed out to the Lynd Fruit Farm to pick some delicious Suncrisp and Melrose apples.It's a good things we brought friends because I don't think Larry really enjoys farms, and he didn't pick a single apple. He said it was because he was the designated photographer, but he wouldn't even taste an apple while we were there because he said they were covered with nasty pesticides. What are we going to do with this city boy? Ellie can testify that the apples are delicious.
We stopped at the farmers market and picked up some fun pumpkins and some fudge for Larry. Larry said that the fudge alone was worth the trip.


My hometown of Encinitas, California, is the last place you might look for a glimpse into the future of retail. If anything, Encinitas – a true hippie's paradise – is a throwback to simpler times. Birkenstock sandals and tie-dye tees are fashion mainstays for most locals. People practice qigong on the beach and they meditate in the park. Every fourth car is a hybrid, and most have a yoga mat in the back seat, because let's be real: you just never know when you will need to unwind with a sun salute or two, right???
And the way Encinitas thinks about food would drive many people nuts. Vegans, vegetarians and pescetarians are everywhere. Most, regardless of which animal-based products are (or are not) on the menu, would rather go hungry than eat a piece of produce that isn't organic.
I suppose it would be fair to say that my wife and I conform to the Encinitas stereotype: we drive a Prius, we practice yoga, we are pescetarians, we compost and yes, we grow organic produce in our backyard.
Food and gardening shops that cater to people like us are everywhere in Encinitas. There's a farmer's market within 5 miles of our home every day of the week, and community gardens, organic nurseries, hydroponic specialists and big box stores all compete for their share of our neighbors' macramé wallets.
Standing out in this crowded space can be as difficult as growing heirloom tomatoes by the beach (believe it or not, because of the infamous Southern California "marine layer" that hides the sun for most of May and June, growing tomatoes here actually is rather difficult).
Another unique aspect of this tiny niche of the retail industry is the relative absence of significant competition from e-commerce. Sure, people buy seed packs online, and perhaps some tools, but the people in my hometown want to touch and feel the plants that they're buying. They want to see each seedling. They want to know who the grower is, understand each plant's individual story and they want to build relationships with the people who sell them their precious plants and produce.
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Needless to say, Saturday mornings in Encinitas are always extremely busy days at these shops. The challenge for garden retailers here is less about digital and omni-channel integration and more about creating assortments and experiences that bring people into their stores.
Every year, as spring rolls around, my wife and I scour our organic city, on the prowl for new tips, new soil amendments and new organic fertilizers that will help our pepper, cucumber, zucchini and beloved tomato plants thrive. As we were about to begin our search this year, a local gardener we follow online recommended a new (to us) destination: Encinitas Hydroponics. Ever anxious for new gardening gold, we immediately drove over to investigate.
What we found when we arrived was not all that different from any of a dozen other denizens of dirt in Encinitas: potting soil, garden soil, an array of fertilizers and food, and Joe, a wizened gardener, ready to dispense wisdom and advice to any who would listen.
So we asked him for any advice he might have to help grow tomatoes so close to the beach. As Joe waxed poetic about abundant bounties past, we eagerly invested in many of his suggestions, to the tune of about $50.
But what stood out most was something else that Joe recommended, something that wouldn't cost us a dime. He told us to come back on Sunday morning to pick up a free gallon of his special brew of worm casting "tea." Worm castings, you see, are great for the garden. Worm castings, also referred to as worm manure, are an organic form of fertilizer that improve soil aeration and increase water retention.
The problem? Producing enough worm castings to feed a garden our size would require a lot of worm poop. Rather than maintaining our own (sizable) worm bin, my wife and I have always elected instead to purchase our worm castings by the bag. The results have been, for the most part, uninspiring.
Joe tells us that his tea is far better than bagged worm castings because his brew contains active microbes that are instantly available to the plants, and he insists we come back the next Sunday with an empty jug to see just how well his special blend of active microbes will perform in our tomato patch.
With nothing to lose, we went back to the store that Sunday to collect our tea. We arrived after lunch, at about 2:00 in the afternoon. When I asked Joe about his tea, he just looked at me and laughed. He told me they usually "sell out" of his tea before noon. So back I went this Sunday, arriving just before they opened. There were already three people there, each with an empty jug in hand, waiting for Joe to unlock the door.
They all swore by Joe's special blend, and they each said they come back 3-4 Sundays every month to pick up another gallon.
And you know what else they did while they were there to pick up their poop? They engaged. They told Joe how their gardens were growing, and as they did so he gave them each different advice based on their individual results. All three benefited from their trip to the store in multiple ways, all three engaged with the brand, and two of the three purchased other items while they were there.
I, too, considered an additional purchase while there, and as I drove home with my worm tea in tow, I thought about the lesson I learned about the potential future of retail: meaningful experiences really can move the needle.
Joe and his team understand that people need a reason to come to their store. They give people a reason to come, and when they arrive for their trusty tea, they are greeted by a staff of trusted experts ready with localized, personalized advice and recommendations.
As a result, dozens of people flock to their store. Every. Single. Sunday.
I also thought about how this lesson could be applied to my customers at Aptos. I thought how easy it would have been for us to simply order another bag of worm castings from Amazon without leaving the house. And I thought how there are four local nurseries and three big box stores with cavernous garden centers between our house and Joe's store.
But we didn't choose any of those easier options.
Instead, I slipped on my flip flops and made the trek to go see Joe. Because he has made himself – and his store – indispensable to us, our tomato plants, and dozens of our Encinitas neighbors.
And whether you sell gardening supplies or running shoes, the lesson is the same: if we want to move the needle for our stores and enhance our competitive position against Amazon, we have to make our stores indispensable to our customers.
Because while earthworm tea certainly isn't glamorous, it has become indispensable to the hippy gardeners in Encinitas. And if the earthworms have taught me anything about the future of retail, it's that we all need to be more creative so that we, too, can become indispensable to our customers.


Agricultural agreements may include «trade and trade» or «production agreements,» or a combination of the two. In a commercial and commercial agreement, the ownership of the goods remains owned by the farmer during production and they receive the price of the products on their delivery according to the conditions agreed with the sponsor. In production contracts, the sponsor undertakes to provide all or part of the agricultural services and to assume the risk of production and also agrees to make payments to the farmer for the services provided by the farmer. Agricultural services include the provision of seeds, feed, feed, chemicals, machinery and technology, advice, non-chemical equipment and other agricultural inputs. Commercial and commercial regulations give buyers the freedom to purchase farm products outside of APMC markets without having a licence or paying fees to the APMCs. The Contract Agriculture Regulation provides buyers and farmers with a framework for entering into a contract (before the start of a harvest season) guaranteeing farmers a minimum price and guaranteeing buyers a guaranteed supply. The third regulation amends the Basic Law, which provides that limits on agricultural stocks can only be set if retail prices rise sharply and value chain operators and exporters are exempt from any stock limits. The three regulations aim to increase the availability of buyers for farmers` products by allowing them to act freely and without a licence or storage limit, so that increased competition between them leads to better prices for farmers.  While the regulations are intended to liberalize trade and increase the number of buyers, this may not be enough to attract more buyers.
When the delivery of an agricultural product must be taken care of by the promoter as part of the operating contract, he accepts that delivery within the agreed time frame. Before the delivery is accepted, the sponsor can check the quality or any other characteristics of these products, as stated in the agreement. The law provides a national framework for agricultural agreements that «protect and empower» farmers with agricultural enterprises, processors, wholesalers, exporters and large retailers, agricultural services and the sale of «… To produce agricultural products in the future within a fair and transparent price framework agreed by mutual agreement. Agricultural markets in India are governed primarily by the laws of the Agricultural Producers Marketing Committee (CMPA). LDCs were set up to ensure fair trade between buyers and sellers in order to effectively price farmers` products.  LDCs may: (i) regulate the trade in farmers` products by licensing buyers, Commission representatives and private markets, (ii) impose market royalties or other taxes on such trade and (iii) provide the necessary infrastructure in their markets to facilitate trade.


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The history of Rendleman Orchards dates back to 1873 when John and Isabelle Rendleman settled near Alto Pass, Ill. and established an 88-acre family farm. The small farm evolved over the years, establishing orchards in the early 1900s and eventually growing to over 800 acres...


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Amalia Leguizamón is a sociologist concerned with the human and environmental ramifications of genetically modified foods. While in residence, she worked towards completing a manuscript entitled Seeds of Power: Genetically Modified Crops and Socio-Environmental Change in Argentina.
Leguizamón is currently studying the process of adoption of genetically modified (GM) soybeans in Argentina, its socio-ecological consequences, and Argentines’ responses to this ongoing agrarian transformation. The goal of this research is to contribute to debates on GM biotechnology in the Global South; and, more broadly, to contribute to discussions on the dynamics of agrarian and rural transformations, technological adoption and resistance, and the relationship between ecological modification and social change.


Representatives from around the world get firsthand experience
Portland, Ore. – (August 23, 2016) Last week during Northwest Bartlett harvest, 21 USA Pear marketing representatives from around the world toured the pear growing regions with Pear Bureau Northwest. Key representatives from Mexico, China, India, UAE, South and Central America and more watched workers hand-pick fresh pears in the orchards of Wenatchee, Wash., followed by a firsthand look at handling and production innovations directly impacting pears bound for international markets at two pear packing facilities. Washington and Oregon growers and shippers were invited to meet one-on-one with their pear industry export representatives at Pear Bureau Northwest hosted trade fairs. Industry stakeholders learned the latest economic and produce news in world markets and caught a glimpse of upcoming pear promotion plans abroad.
“The marketing representatives learned of the USA Pear shippers’ plans and expectations for the 2016-17 season first hand,” said Jeff Correa, international marketing director, Pear Bureau Northwest. “The opportunity to build a personal relationship between the participants will lead to better returns for our growers.”
The group then moved on to Portland for three days of intensive training and idea generation, including crop updates and programs for the new season. As pear harvest was early this season, reps will be expected to implement promotions early, as well. US marketing reps presented new promotion ideas and best marketing practices, while a social media panel shared strategies for driving consumer interest and engagement online, promoting pear consumption worldwide. Participants also learned about Pear Bureau Northwest’s latest nutrition research and communication program.
A highlight of the Portland conference was the retailer forum where the group talked about the realities of modern retail in developed and developing countries. Jeff Fairchild, produce buyer for Portland, Ore. based New Seasons Market, and Sumit Saran from India’s Future Group fueled discussion about pear opportunities and challenges, training obstacles for produce staff, the value of data in modern retail, and effective pear promotions. A better understanding of modern retailers’ needs ensures that Pear Bureau reps create effective, catered programs and successes.


6 Container-Friendly Plants for Your Denver Vegetable Garden
If you enjoy gardening, then you already know it can be a challenge to find the right balance of sun and shade, soil and water, and hot and cool temperatures — especially somewhere like Denver, where our climate is not always predictable or particularly vegetable-garden friendly. If you don’t own a plot of land where you can cultivate your own garden, the challenge grows even more difficult. Is it even possible to tend a vegetable garden without an outdoor garden space in your landscaping?
Short answer? Yes! With the right care, it’s possible to grow productive vegetable plants in pots and small containers, so you can tend your own veggie garden even if:
- your home doesn’t have a yard
- you’re renting a home where you can’t alter the landscaping
- you’re renting an apartment
- you’re living in a mobile home or other small home with limited outdoor space
Nothing tastes as good as a tomato pulled fresh off the vine you grew, so in today’s post, we’re going over six container-friendly plants to include in your Denver vegetable garden.
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In the meantime, start planning now to grow these plants in your new mobile home’s potted vegetable garden!
Tomatoes have long been the vegetable garden plant of choice, thanks to their hardiness, versatility, and delicious produce. They tend to grow well in Colorado’s dry, hot climate, as long as they are regularly watered and can enjoy plenty of direct sunlight. It’s also important to plant them in nutrient-rich soil in a pot at least fourteen inches in diameter. Make sure to pay attention to the mature height listed on the information tag on your seeds or seedlings. Most tomatoes will do better in larger pots with staking so that the weight of the heavy fruit does not bend and break the vines.
Another tip: be sure not to put them out too early in the spring — tomatoes hate to be cold. For best results, wait until the weather is warmer than 40 degrees at night and 55 degrees in the day.
Peas are fast growers and easy to care for, and unlike tomatoes, they are hardy enough to withstand a little cooler weather. For this reason, they are perfect for succession planting in your pots or containers — you can plant them in the early spring, harvest them once the weather gets too warm and they stop producing, and then plant something else in that container for the heat of summer. Harvest your second round of crops at the end of the warm weather, and then plant peas again when it cools down in the fall!
Peas also improve your soil’s health by adding nitrogen, so your summertime plants will get a head start in nutrition!
Peppers (both spicy and sweet) are an ideal vegetable for any Colorado garden. They thrive in smaller containers with plenty of direct sun, adequate container drainage, and consistent, frequent watering.
Since peppers come in all shapes, sizes, flavors, and spice levels, it’s easy to find the perfect plant for your desired diet! Some gardeners believe that spicier varieties have an easier time in the dry climate than their sweeter counterparts, but with a little trial and error, you should be able to include peppers of all kinds in your potted Denver garden!
Always dreamed of having an herb garden, but didn’t know where to begin? It’s easy. Many herbs — like basil, chives, cilantro, parsley, oregano, sage, and more — will grow quickly and easily even in Colorado’s dry climate. They require less space than larger vegetable-bearing plants, so you can include a variety in the same pot or container!
The herbs you choose are up to you and your personal taste, but most thrive in partial shade. Nest them below the foliage of your other sun-loving plants, or consider growing them indoors on a windowsill where you can better regulate their exposure to light. No matter how you choose to grow your own herbs, your home is sure to be more fragrant and your food more flavorful!
Cucumber is notoriously easy to grow, and it yields a lot of produce! Because of this, the plant is very novice-friendly as long as it is given adequate room to grow and plenty of water! Cucumbers are very water-rich, and they depend on a lot of water to grow, so be sure to use a larger growing container and keep the soil moist.
Cucumber plants enjoy full sun exposure, so they’ll be very happy next to your tomatoes, peppers, and other container-friendly, sun-craving veggies.
Maybe you’re more interested in growing lettuce, kale, and other salad greens. Good news! These are some of the easiest plants to grow in containers, and they yield produce really fast. You can harvest them every few weeks throughout the summer!
There are many kinds of salad green mixes that will thrive in pots and small containers. Be warned, however, that unlike most other plants on our list, kale thrives best in partial shade, not full sun — so make sure you’re giving your salad greens a break from the rays in the heat of the day.
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We hope these tips have given you the confidence to start your own vegetable garden, even if you didn’t think you had space in your home or yard.
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Brewster, Bridgeport high schools host annual plant sales
BREWSTER – Starting this Friday, April 21, and running through Saturday, April 29, Brewster and Bridgeport high schools will be hosting their annual spring plant sales.
Brewster High School Ag instructor, Todd Dezellem said his class will hold its first sale of the spring season from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, April 21, at the school greenhouse.
“The greenhouse and plant sale is an extension of the classroom where we teach the growth, care, production and marketing of an agriculture product,” said Dezellem. “The students started raising the plants in January.”
Along with hanging baskets and window boxes will be plant selections including bedding varieties, spikes, and vines. Gardeners will find geraniums, petunias, Million Bells, Osteo mums, lobelia, alyssum, Bacopa, portulaca, butterfly plant and more, Dezellem said.
A second sale at the school will run from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, April 28, and later that same afternoon “we will be taking plants to Pateros for their Arbor Day celebration from 3-5 p.m.,” Dezellem said.
Bridgeport High School’s FFA advisor, Adam Corum, said his group has added more hanging baskets to its April selections.
“We have about 60, 10-inch hanging baskets this year,” Corum said.
Basket selections include a mix of petunia-calibrachoa-verbena for $16 or Thumbergia Suzie for $10.
Individual plant prices range from .75 cents for pepper varieties to $2.50 for geraniums, petunias, and begonias.
The sale will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 29, in the high school campus greenhouse at 1220 Kryger Street.
“This plant sale will help send our members to the 87th Washington FFA Convention to compete in Parliamentary Procedure, Farm and Agribusiness Management, and Spanish Creed,” Corum said.
Funds from the plant sale will also help send members to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis next fall.
Corum created a Facebook page that features photos, price list for prospective buyers. The online link is: https://www.facebook.com/events/675671249303506/?events/675671249303506/...