Herbs contain active substances which provide health benefits.
The effects are, among others:
- anti-inflammatory for the gastrointestinal tract,
- stimulating digestion,
- improve production performance,
- increase feed efficiency.
Using plant extracts can be an alternative for antibiotics.
Used in diets of some animals, propylene glycol supports energy concentration, metabolism, digestion, increases the intake of dry fodder mass. Its effectiveness may be increased if it is fed as an extract of a mixture of herbs of the desired properties.
Our products (glycol-, water-, and ethanol-based) may effectively be used as fodder additives.
We offer extracts from single plants, as well as from mixtures of them. We do not import the extracts – we manufacture them from best-quality ingredients from ecological farms. They are characterised by a very high quality.
Product lines are reproducible, and manufacturing time is on average 7 to 14 days. Liquid extracts, due to their form, are easy to mix with fodder, either purchased or produced at the farm.


Energizing rural India
Todday we have witnessed the convertion of agricultural land to real estate & new generation at villages are modifying to urban culture. We have also seen that our villages are becoming a kind of pensioners paradise. But not many have realised the importance of strengethening the rural India.
We very much believe that the growth & development of rural India will have a vital role in economic development in the country like India. The Dream of Mahatma Gandiji to strengthening rural India, is the key plan by almost every government. In corrilation to that dream, ABC has put forth its best effort & working towards STRENGTHENING RURAL INDIA.
With our one of its kind project, we have revived 50 land less & illiterate farmers life by creating security for their financial needs with our rural egg collection network.
In FY 2013-2014, we floated nearly 50 lakhs of money in this rural egg collection network & expected to increase by 50 to 75% Year-on-year. The average monthly income of a member with this network is ranging between 12000 to 20000 per month.
Through our project, we revive & retain young generation of rural India at villages, where in the trend is to sell agricultural land to real estate & shifting to urban culture. We have created main source of income with our raring segment to more than 300 farmers & parallel source of income to many.
Our all set of operations is designed keeping in mind the development of rural India.


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As 2.4 billion pounds per second of carbon dioxide is pouring into the atmosphere, essential nutrients found in rice, such as protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins, are all dropping, posing a threat to the 2 billion people who depend on this food source everyday.
So we’re not just changing the climate by burning fossil fuels, we’re also changing the food we eat, according to a study in Science Advances.
CO2 levels in the atmosphere keep increasing, as they reached a record high in April, and since this greenhouse gas helps plants grows, its radically changing the nutrient content in food crops.
“Earlier studies have found that staples like barley and potatoes have seen their carbohydrate levels go up and protein content go down as CO2 levels have ticked upward. And experiments show that as CO2 emissions continue to rise, critical nutrients will decline further, even as we harvest more beans, grains, and seeds,” according to Vox.
As of today, 1 billion people are tagged food-insecure, or lacking a reliable food source, and 795 million are malnourished, and these numbers will only increase if essential foods stop providing basic nutrition.
In the new study, scientists exposed rice to higher CO2 concentrations and found an average of 10.3% drop in protein, 8% drop in iron, 5.1% drop in iron, 12.7% drop in B5 vitamin levels and a 30% drop in B9 vitamin levels among all tested varieties.
This is concerning to the 10 countries that rely heavily on rice as their main source of food and nutrition, and scientists don’t know exactly why CO2 reduces plant nutrients.
“We have a firm possibility of a definite maybe of several things. It’s not a one-size-fits-all explanation,” said Lewis Ziska, a research plant physiologist at the US Department of Agriculture and a co-author of the new study.
Some possibilities include that the CO2 takes the place of other nutrients, diminishing the need for them, or that as crops produce more grains the nutrients are in turn diluted, or the fact that CO2 causes the plant’s stomates, pores in plant leaves, to close, changing the water flow and potentially affecting how water-soluble nutrients react.
But all hope is not lost; there are already some potential solutions to the future problem, ranging from varying diets to engineering crops.
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Hang Thi Thu Truong (Lecturer, Faculty of Anthropology, University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Ho Chi Minh City; HYI Visiting Scholar)
Chair: Andrew Gordon (Lee and Juliet Folger Fund Professor of History, Harvard University)
Discussant: Merry White (Professor, Department of Anthropology, Boston University)
Co-sponsored with the Harvard University Asia Center
This talk presents my study on the development of farm tourism in three rural regions in Vietnam. Farmers who run the farms (grape, coffee and rice farms in Ninh Thuan, Lam Dong and Dong Thap provinces respectively) have been applying an eco-friendly approach as their strategic alternative agricultural production. Moreover, they have all converged in the idea of turning their farms into tourist attractions for both domestic and international visitors. Ethnographic research on farm tourism at these localities explores the ways in which the farmers mobilize their resources and create tour programs which make it possible for visitors to learn and experience organic agriculture, to understand this neo-traditional way of cultivation, to taste their produce and eventually possibly become their customers. These observations will reveal the dynamics and effects of farmers’ rationality on their farming patterns, and their perceptions of contemporary environmental and social issues in Vietnam. In conclusion, my research argues that agritourism in Vietnam is a locally constructed phenomenon emerging out of the farmer-hosts’ responses to local realities and domestic concerns over modernized food production and the forces of market economy in Vietnam.
Visiting Scholar TalksBetween Mundus and Tianxia: Chinese Cartographic Syncretism in the 17th and 18th Centuries
Thursday, April 25, 2024


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Rep. Miller Introduces Legislation to Promote Environment-Focused Farming Practices within the Great Lakes Region
Legislation to Protect our Great Lakes from Harmful Algae Blooms
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Candice Miller (MI-10) reintroduced the Great Lakes Assurance Program Verification Act, H.R. 1647, which promotes a proactive program administered by the states that helps farms of all sizes and all commodities voluntarily prevent or minimize agricultural pollution risks. Specifically, this legislation would encourage states to developed voluntary agricultural assurance programs throughout the Great Lakes Basin and aid producers who choose to participate.
“American farmers literally make their living off the land and as such they were our nation’s first environmentalists. Our fertile soil, temperate climate, and our magnificent Great Lakes all contribute to making the state of Michigan’s agriculture industry a great success story. In order to make certain we have a vital agricultural industry long into the future Michigan farmers have been leading the way to protect our Great Lakes from damage caused by algae blooms which create dead zones in our lakes.
“This year’s Earth Day serves as an important reminder that we must do what is necessary to ensure that the health of our environment for future generations, which includes being responsible stewards of the lands and waterways. Voluntary environmental assurance programs in Michigan have successfully assisted agriculture producers statewide to adopt better conservation practices, but that has not been the case across the Great Lakes region. My bill would build off of the success of these assurance programs in Michigan and provide the federal government an opportunity to promote these types of state programs regionally. These voluntary, state-developed agricultural assurance programs throughout the region will help reduce nutrient runoff, such as phosphorus into the Great Lakes which is the lead nutrient that causes algae bloom.
“One needs only to look at the results in Michigan where our assurance programs have benefited our lands by enhancing cropland productivity while simultaneously protecting our air, water and soil. My goal for this legislation is that it should be included as a part of the Farm Bill reauthorization to be considered in Congress this year. Additionally, this program would not create any new spending; instead it would redirect existing funds from other conservation programs. These resources would be directed to the various Great Lake states and producers who wish to voluntarily participate in this type of program.
Miller’s bill provides assistance for all the Great Lake states that choose to administer state-developed voluntary assurance programs on farms and provide resources to aid participating agricultural producers. Specifically, states would be able to apply for grants within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program, an existing conservation program to help fund and administrate the program, as well as educate participants on the benefits of these types of assurance programs. Producers who choose to participate would also benefit from a priority on federally-funded cost-share applications for conservation projects.
Voluntary state developed assurance programs, such as Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP), have been widely successful at taking proactive steps to help adopt better conservation practices in farming, as well as reducing soil erosion and decreasing nutrient runoff. Building upon programs like MAEAP gives us the opportunity at the federal level to help promote these types of programs, not just in Michigan, but throughout the Great Lakes Basin.
“The fact that waters around Michigan have seen a steep decline in algae blooms since this program began is proof that Michigan’s MAEAP program works. I believe the application of this type of program across all of the Great Lakes states would be of great benefit for the water quality of our magnificent Great Lakes.”


WHERE WE ARE
Located in Hopland, CA, our 64-acre estate lies in a viticulture zone established mainly by emigrated Italian farmers over a century ago. We use 35 acres of our land for farming grapes, but we are also known in the area for our certified organic olive mill which serves local olive farmers small and large.
Visitors can taste our wines and oils at our unique tasting room inside our olive mill, where they can also recharge electric cars. Our estate features a vineyard guesthouse and a few ponds that offer peaceful spots for picnics and daydreaming. About a dozen owls live in special owl houses throughout our property and help us with pest control. A herd of sheep grazes our grounds and some goats greet the visitors. We grow fresh fruit and vegetables that we offer at seasonal farmers’ markets as well as lavender for body care products


Set up a regular schedule for your yard maintenance. After an initial consultation, we can set up an annual plan to make sure your lawn is always at its best!
Our coring and Aeration machines will help wilth the compacted soils letting water, oxygen and Fertilisers get down deep into your soil where it belongs.
Most Lawns need a good dethatch yearly, it’s a layer of dead material in your soil stopping Water and Fertilisers getting down deep into your soil.
If you love caring for your lawn, but just need some help with fertilising, we can schedule those services.
We’re fully trained in applying any chemicals, so feel safe with our Weed selective and non selective sprays, and any Insecticides needed for those harmful to Lawn Black beetle.
These services are limited as the weather needs to be perfect on the day to ensure great results for your Lawn and also the environment.


Investigation of the effects of different genotypes on regeneration capacity in Triticale
Keywords:Triticale, callus, 2,4-D, tissue culture
Triticale (x Triticosecale Wittmack) is a synthetic amphiploid cereal that grows on about 3 million hectares in the world. It is grown mostly for forage or animal feed although some triticale-based foods can be purchased at health food stores or are found in some breakfast cereals. Mature embryos of two triticale cultivars (Ümran Hanım and Melez 2001) were used as the resources explants. Effects of one auxin type (2,4-D) and three various concentrations, (4.0 mg/l; 8mg/l; 12.0mg/l) callus formation and plant regeneration was determined. In terms of results, Ümran Hanım triticale cultivar was observed highest on callus formation and plant regeneration. Callus formation and plant regeneration was affected by 3 different concentration. Callus formation values were detected over 85% in three concentrations. The highest effects were detected in a medium including 4 mg/l 2,4-D solidified with agar. Embryogenic callus formation ratio were detected 32.38%, 12,8%6 and 16,08% respectively.
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Pear Trees - Pineapple #5 Pot
True to its name, the Pineapple Pear tree produces large pears with a pineapple flavor. The fruit ripens in late summer and is a russet color. It keeps well and can be used for canning. The Pineapple Pear tree is the most fire blight resistant pear tree. It requires 150 chill hours. It can self-pollinate or pollinate with Flordahome or Hood Pear trees. At maturity, it can reach a height between 15-20 feet and a width of 12-15 feet.
USDA ZONES: Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9.pear-flordahome,pear-hood,pear-baldwin


In the early summer of 2015, I finally had a few minutes, I went outside and stuck a dozen of seeds of zucchini, cumcumber, tomato and eggplant each in the soil of a corner at my backyard. (I usually plant two or three seeds in one spot).
There was also a waste bin for decompsosable matters in that corner. Over the course of 8 years my family has been living in the house, the waste bin became filled up with weeds I pulled from the corner, fallen leaves, tree branches and went down as things decomposed many times. I wanted to remove it from the corner and make space for the planting, so I just casually applied all of the compost on top of the soil of the small corner.
Boy! It must be because of the rich compost made in several years of time. The zucchini and cucumber were crazy productive. I kept harvesting several of them each every a few days. There was no way my family of four could consume them all fresh even though we were having them everyday one way or another. I gave the extra to my daughter's teachers, our friends, neighbours, or whoever came to our door. I got a kick out of the receivers' look when they saw how big the zucchini were. I'm sure they were more surprised when they ate them because they were super tender, juicy, sweet, and tasty. Not only I had a great feeling because I had something to give. I also found our grocery bill was noticeably reduced during the summer. When the fridge was running low, instead of going to store to buy grocery, I picked zucchini and cumcumber from the backyard corner. Now which made me ambitious. I want to significantly reduce my grocery bill. I want to grow more vegetables next season; I want to grow more variety of vegetables next season. Ambitions usually mean impatient. I can't wait for the next gardening season. Unfortunately, living in Wisconsin means next outdoor gardening season isn't coming until April, May, even June.
Perhaps I should start winter indoor gardening I thought. I had already thoght of indoor herbs container gardening before (I use several herbs in cooking regularly. Store bought herbs are not only expensive, they don't stay fresh long). I started to search in that direction...
The search is complete at my first finding when I stumped upon Peter Burke's Year-Round Indoor Salad Gardening: How to Grow Nutrient-Dense, Soil-Sprouted Greens in Less Than 10 days. At first I was hooked by the first two words in the title: Year-Round and Indoor. When I read a little, got to the 10 things on his wish list they sound exactly what I'm looking for , they are wishes of any gardener's. I have finished reading, taking notes and digesting the information in the book. (BTW, it's an easy reading. I liked his writing. The book has 5 out of 5 review on Amazon). What he did in the book can be done by others, me and you.
Although spring and summer will come. I'm starting this gardening adventure before spring and summer are here and then along the outdoor vegetable gardening in the summer as they compliment each other as far as the varieties and the products they produce. So please subscribe to my blog post to take advantage of my lessons, feedbacks and tips, or get the book and get ahead of me. If you do, would you share your experiences, feedbacks and tips?


We provide Fresh Pomegranates that are spruced from the fertilized farms of India Our Pomegranate Fruits are full of tasty juice that fills you with joy. Red Pomegranates especially the variety Bhagwa Read more is widely known for its soft seeds and deep red aerials that classify it as seedless. We export red pomegranates to UK, Holland in Europe, Malaysia and Singapore in the Far East. The other varieties are Arakta and Ganesh that are largely grown in the West and South India. Today, we are well reckoned as one of the major Indian Pomegranates Exporters. Bhagwa is a premium Pomegranate variety from India. The Deep Red arils & the pleasing Red but rugged skin enhances the appearance whilst promoting shelf life of the fruit. Red but rugged skin enhances the appearance whilst promoting shelf lif Read more
180 to 200grm : 18 to 19 No.
200 to 250grm : 15 to 16 No.
250 to 300grm : 12 to 13 No.
Above 300grm : 10 No.
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Gaza and the West Bank and have been under occupation since 1967, and in that time over 2.5 million olive trees have been uprooted and destroyed. Cutting down olive trees on Palestinian soil is a brutal assault on the Palestinian people’s culture and livelihoods, a symbolic destruction of Palestine itself.
Olive trees are a universal symbol of peace. These evergreens, with their broad leaves and glossy fruit, are resilient trees, growing strong in poor soil and remaining steadfast through drought. It should come as no surprise, that the resilience and endurance of these plants can be found in the very people that grow them. Palestinians share a rich history with the olive tree, dating back 4,000 years; both have grown with their country and overcome adversity.
Palestine has been faced with years of conflict, blockades, and political turmoil and through it all, thousands of people have suffered and the strong, beautiful olive trees that have been standing for hundreds of years have been decimated.
Gaza and the West Bank and have been under occupation since 1967, and in that time over 2.5 million olive trees have been uprooted and destroyed, according to The Applied Research Institute Jerusalem. Cutting down olive trees on Palestinian soil is a brutal assault on the Palestinian people’s culture and livelihoods, a symbolic destruction of Palestine itself.
Settler attacks on Palestinian olive trees and the farmers who cultivate them are just one of the many ways that the Palestinian people are being targeted and oppressed. The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres stated:
The decades-long Palestinian struggle for self-determination, independence and a life of dignity faces numerous obstacles, including: continued military occupation of Palestinian territory; ongoing violence and incitement; continued settlement construction and expansion; deep uncertainties about the peace process; and deteriorating humanitarian and economic conditions, particularly in Gaza.”
Penny Appeal’s Love Palestine campaign is working to re-build the Holy Land and send support to Palestinians in need. As part of this humanitarian assistance, Penny Appeal is helping numerous Palestinians regain their livelihoods by planting hundreds of olive tree saplings in Gaza and the West Bank.
Olive trees are a vital source of income for the people of Palestine, with around 100,000 families benefiting from their produce. 45% of all the agricultural land in Gaza and the West Bank is lush with olive trees, whose harvests account for 15% of Palestine’s total agricultural profits. But the olive tree is so much more than a simple plant or an instrument for economic success; the olive tree reflects the will of the Palestinian people.
One of the people we’ve been able to help through our olive tree project is a man named Younis from the Jerusalem District in Palestine. Younis suffers from an arm injury that makes it extremely difficult for him to find work and support his family.
We provided Younis with a sustainable source of income to care for his family by planting 250 olive trees on his property. Once they grow and bear olives, he will be able to make artisan olive oil, just as his ancestors once did, and sell his produce locally.
Neighbours and friends have all come out to help Younis with his new olive trees, because his disability hinders his movement. He plans to repay their kindness by sharing his profits with them once he can bring his goods to market.
Even with his disability, Younis never gave up trying to provide for his family and now he has a way to do so for years to come. Just like their beloved olive trees, Younis and the Palestinian people will continue to grow and persevere, despite their circumstances.
Olive trees are a bountiful and beautiful blessing to the people of Palestine. The fruit they bear provides people all over the world with Sunnah foods and the Prophet Muhammed (saw) himself said: “eat the olive and use it as an ointment as it comes from a blessed tree” (Tirmidhi).
Sow the seeds of peace on November 29th, by planting an olive tree in Palestine for the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. Your tree will stand as a symbol of solidarity with the Palestinian people, while providing them with a sustainable source of income for generations.
To learn more about the charity Penny Appeal, click here for more information about its work as well as how you can help support Palestine.


(Allium Ophioscorodon, Rocambole)
The easiest way to tell them apart is by their leaves. Wild garlic has hollow leaves and wild onion has solid flat leaves. If it does not smell like garlic, it isn't. I have in the past years enjoyed the wild field garlic, however about five years ago discovered a hardneck variety of rombole garlic. My conclusion is it was brought in by early homesteaders. It is the best flavored garlic. I am now trying to grow this garlic in my garden to share with others in the future. With over 600 species of cultivated garlic there is a great possibility to run into many escaped varieties. Garlic is edible and herbal. Garlic is good for reducing cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, reducing blood pressure, improving circulation, and helping to prevent yeast infections, cancers, colds, and flu. Garlic has good antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, antioxidant, anti- inflammatory, and immunostimulant properties. At least nine epidemiological studies show that garlic significantly decreases the incidence of cancer, especially cancers of the gastrointestinal tract.
When garlic is cut or crushed, it produces sulfur compounds, such as allicin, because a sulfarcontaining amino acid, alliin, comes into contact with the enzyme allinase. Garlic has an extremely complex chemistry, with more than 160 compounds identified from its bulbs and essential oil.
== Information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. Any decision to use or ingest this plant is an individual responsibility == .


Taree 2430 NSW
Ph: (02) 6551 5555
Earls Turf (Earl and Jenelle) have 23 years experience in the turf industry and are members of Turf Producers NSW, Australia, and International so have a wealth of knowledge and support from the industry. Earls Turf situated on the river flats of the beautiful Manning Valley grow 4 varieties of warm season grasses, all of high quality and easy to establish.
Sir Walter Turf is by far the most popular, an Australian developed soft leaf variety, that is salt, shade and drought tolerant and most of all low maintenance. With todays busy lifestyles it looks great with little care. Other turf varieties grown at Earls are Shademaster Buffalo, Village Green and Greenlees Park Couch. It is always best to purchase turf grown in your area, same climate, less delivery time.
For Turf and Grass in the Mid North Coast including Port Macquarie and Hastings area, Taree and the Manning Valley, Forster and The Great Lakes
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What is World Soil Day?
World Soil Day (WSD) is held annually on 5 December as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and advocating for the sustainable management of soil resources.
An international day to celebrate Soil was recommended by the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) in 2002. Under the leadership of the Kingdom of Thailand and within the framework of the Global Soil Partnership, FAO has supported the formal establishment of WSD as a global awareness-raising platform. The FAO Conference unanimously endorsed World Soil Day in June 2013 and requested its official adoption at the 68th UN General Assembly. In December 2013 the UN General Assembly responded by designating 5 December 2014 as the first official World Soil Day.
What Can You Do?
Every 5 seconds, the equivalent of one soccer field of soil is eroded. This alarming fact reaffirms the need to raise awareness through World Soil Day of this growing problem, as the Earth’s population continues to expand.
This year, by addressing the increasing challenges of soil management, the FAO campaign “Stop soil erosion, Save our future” aims to raise awareness of the importance of sustaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being. By encouraging people around the world to engage in proactively improving soil health, the campaign also aims to raise the profile of healthy soil. If we do not act soon, erosion will; the fertility of the soil will continue to be adversely affected at an alarming rate, threatening global food supplies and food safety.
Encouraging all people to participate, FAO has created a thematic website full of information, initiatives and material to spread the message through different multimedia platforms.
Unbroken Ground the Full-Length Movie
Unbroken Grounds explains the critical role food will play in the next frontier of our efforts to solve the environmental crisis. It explores four areas of agriculture that aim to change our relationship to the land and oceans. Most of our food is produced using methods that reduce biodiversity, decimate soil and contribute to climate change. We believe our food can and should be a part of the solution to the environmental crisis – grown, harvested and produced in ways that restore our land, water, and wildlife. The film tells the story of four groups that are pioneers in the fields of regenerative agriculture, regenerative grazing, diversified crop development, and restorative fishing.


1. Rashtriya Krishi Vikash Yojna (RKVY):
Different types of quality seeds (HYV & Hybrid), pesticides, implements, bio-fertilizers etc are distributed among the farmers both Kharif and Rabi seasons. The main scheme under RKVY is Bringing Green Revolution to the Eastern Region (BGREI). The interventions taken under this schemes are:
i) Line transplantation on paddy.
ii) Introduction of stress tolerant varieties.
iii) Cropping system based cultivation
iv) Hybrid rice cultivation
v) Distribution of various mechanical tools at subsidized rates among individual farmers/groups for asset building component. Tools like
a) Power Tiller
c) Mini Rice Mill
d) Hand Sprayer
e) Pump Sets and LLP (both diesel & electric operated) are distributed.
2. National Food Security Mission for Pulse Development (NFSM pulse):
Under this scheme stress has been given for the increase of both area and production. Different types of HYV/ Hybrid seeds of pulse crops as well as mechanical tools are distributed like BGREI for better yield of pulse crops.
3. National Mission on Oil and Oil palm (NMOOP):
Under NMOOP new promising varieties of oil seeds like rape&mustard, ground nut, sesamum linseed etc are introduced.
4. Targeting Rice Fallow Areas for Eastern Region (TRFA):
The main objective of the scheme is to cultivate.
5. Horticulture Mission for North Eastern Himalayan States (HMNEHS):
To promote horticultural crops many temporary and permanent activities are undertaken at subsidized rates. Fruit crops, spices, flowers and vegetables are included in this scheme.
6. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sancchay Yojana (PMKSY)
This is a flagship programme of Hon’ble Prime Minister under this scheme District Action Plan has been prepared jointly by Agriculture, Irrigation and soil conservation department to cover the district with irrigation facilities within 5 years. To achieve this, Annual action plan has been prepared and work has been done accordingly.
7. Soil Health Card:This is a flagship programme of Hon’ble Prime Minister. Private organization and KVK is entrusted for distributing Soil Health Card to every farmer in the district for better management of soil. Annual target has been fixed by the department of Agriculture and Assam Agriculture University (for KVK).
8. Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF):
Under this scheme installation of STW’s and Solar pumps sets are going to be implemented by the Engineering wing of the Agriculture department.
9. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA):
This scheme promotes for the development of Agriculture in Rain-fed areas, the district has some areas specially in Bokakhat sub division where agriculture is practiced only in rain-fed condition. Hence, for the economic growth of the farmers of those areas various activities of agriculture, veterinary, fishery etc are undertaken under this scheme.
10. Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA):
The District Agriculture Officer is the project director of this Agency. Under this project various activities of agriculture, veterinary, fishery, sericulture etc are undertaken. Various trainings, exposure visit, farmers-scientist interaction are implemented through.
11. Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnavan Yojana (CMSGUY):
Under this scheme the Govt. of Assam is going to provide 1(one) no. of Tractor to each revenue village at 70% subsidy through Agriculture Department to achieve this the District Agriculture Department at present selected 195 No. of groups for the same member of revenue villages for the first phase of distribution.
12. Assam Agriculture and Rural Transformation (APART):
The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to “add value and improve resilience of selected agriculture value chains, focusing on smallholder farmers and agro-entrepreneurs in targeted districts of the State of Assam. The project would support value addition in the production and post-harvest segments of selected agriculture value-chains; facilitate agribusiness investments through inclusive business models that provide opportunities to small farmers as well as stimulate the establishment of new small and medium agribusiness enterprises; and support resilience of agriculture production systems in order to better manage increasing production and commercial risks associated with climate change, in the targeted districts.


Pollinators across the globe are decreasing due to anthropogenic disturbances. Land-use change and habitat degradation are a major threat. We study how bee communities, pollination networks and pollination services are affected by different land-uses and habitat management practices in natural, agricultural and forested ecosystems. Among the specific questions we study are:
- How do pollinator communities change along land-use gradients at different spatial scales and landscape context?
- What is the effect of grazing on bee communities along a climatic gradient?
- How are bee communities and their pollination activity affected by different forest management regimes?
- What is the effect of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) on bee diversity and pollination activity?


The Cultivation Odyssey
The Gelato strain, celebrated for its delightful flavor and harmonious effects, embarks on a journey from the garden to the grinder that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of cannabis cultivation. This journey is a labor of love, where Gelato’s essence is carefully nurtured, cultivated, and transformed into a beloved cannabis classic.
Seeds of Promise
The journey begins with the selection of Gelato strain seeds, a process that sets the foundation for the entire cultivation process. Cultivators carefully choose seeds with the desired genetics, seeking to preserve gelato strain distinctive flavor, aroma, and effects.
Gelato is a versatile strain, thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoor cultivation offers precise control over factors like light, temperature, and humidity, resulting in consistent and high-quality yields. Outdoor cultivation, on the other hand, relies on the natural elements, producing robust and resilient plants.
Nurturing the Plants
Cultivators tend to the Gelato plants with care and expertise, providing them with the ideal conditions to flourish. From carefully measured nutrients to proper training techniques, every detail is considered to optimize growth and yield. The plants are tended to like horticultural works of art, each one unique in its own way.
Harvesting and Curing
As Gelato plants reach maturity, the harvest is a moment of celebration. Buds are carefully trimmed and dried to preserve their flavor and potency. The curing process follows, allowing the buds to develop their full aromatic and flavor potential. This meticulous care ensures that Gelato maintains its reputation for exceptional taste.
From Bud to Grinder
The culmination of the journey is the transformation of Gelato buds into a consumable form. Buds are ground into a consistency suitable for smoking or vaporizing, and this is where the grinder plays its part. The grinder ensures that the flower is broken down evenly, allowing for efficient and even combustion, resulting in a satisfying and flavorful experience.
A Culinary Approach
Gelato’s journey from the garden to the grinder is a testament to the dedication and artistry of cannabis cultivation. Whether enjoyed in a joint, a pipe, or a vaporizer, Gelato’s essence is a culinary delight that invites enthusiasts to savor, explore, and enjoy the fruits of this labor of love.
In conclusion, the journey of Gelato strain from the garden to the grinder is a testament to the art and science of cannabis cultivation. This strain’s exceptional flavor, aroma, and effects are the result of careful selection, meticulous care, and a deep love for the craft. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a novice looking to explore the world of strains, Gelato’s journey is a flavorful adventure that invites you to appreciate the skill and dedication that goes into creating a beloved cannabis classic. As you partake in its delights, remember to consume responsibly and in compliance with local laws, for Gelato is a strain that truly embodies the art of cannabis cultivation.


I recently had the opportunity to visit with John and Dotty Ford and see their wonderful vegetable garden and chat about the enjoyment they have in growing and having fresh vegetables available for cooking. John is a retired schoolteacher who taught Physical Science in the State College School District and is also heavily involved in activities centered on fly-fishing. Both John and Dotty fully appreciate the health benefits derived from eating fresh vegetables and enjoy cooking and also putting up some vegetables for later consumption during the winter months. I thought that it would be nice to tour the garden and see what John has growing in the garden.
The garden is approximately 25 feet wide and 100 feet in length, which is 2,500 square feet for those interested in comparing it to an acre, which is 43,560 square feet. I suspect that many of you have gardens comparable in size to John and Dotty’s. The variety of vegetables they have growing in the garden is pretty extensive. They have planted vegetables and herbs that they can use in their cooking and enjoy both cooked and fresh. They like to eat fresh salads and the garden reflects this fact.
The vegetables I observed were cabbage, romaine lettuce, spinach, potatoes (Yukon Gold), turnips, radishes, green and yellow snap beans, sweet bell peppers, hot peppers, pickling cucumbers, garlic, chives, dill, parsley, basil, Cilantro, nasturtium (edible flowers), pumpkins and sunflowers. The crop that John is most proud of is his tomato, which I suspect is a favorite of many gardeners across the region.
A little background on tomatoes is in order. Tomatoes originated in the South American Andes in a region that now makes up parts of Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador. This is similar to the potato. Eventually tomatoes were planted throughout Central America and into Mexico where Spanish explorers found them growing in Montezuma’s garden in the sixteenth century. The Spanish introduced tomatoes to the world. Recently scientists learned the lycopene content of tomatoes was especially good for maintaining a healthy heart. This extremely nutritious vegetable is now considered America’s favorite vegetable.
The tomatoes found in the Fords’ garden are the following varieties: Stupice, Brandywine, Sweet 100, Better Boy, Better Bush and Homestead.
As you can see, the Fords have planted some excellent tomato varieties, and in a recent phone conversation, he even asked me when I was going to come over and help pick tomatoes.
I hope that your gardens are doing well and that you are enjoying having fresh veggies to eat.


The World That Feeds Us : Discover how our food is produced in a sustainable way.
The World That Feeds Us is a stylishly illustrated book looking at the workings of green farming methods around the world, exploring the rhythm of sustainable farming throughout the year from city farms, to heritage breeds and farmer's markets.
Where does our food come from? Is farming different around the world? In this charmingly illustrated book, follow sustainable farming around the world to discover how farmers from Hawaii, to Sweden, the UK, and beyond grow the fresh and tasty food we enjoy eating.
Explore the seasonal workings of farms around the world, and how food can be grown using sustainable methods that focus on quality versus quantity to ensure an environmentally healthy future. The World That Feeds Us explores fascinating farms and farming techniques around the world, including:
*Global cacao production
*City farms, on rooftops, and beyond
*Heirloom crops and heritage breeds
*Farmer's markets across the globe
*High-tech machinery such as farmbots
A glossary defines key sustainable farming terms. Through this colorful and global look at farming, children will learn how farmers, and us, can make choices to protect the planet, while still enjoying delicious and nutritious food.
Ages: 7 to 11 Years
Grades: 2 to 6
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Totipotency and morphogenesis totipotency the inherent potentiality of a plant cell to give rise to a whole plant is described as cellular totipotency this is a capacity which is retained even after a cell has undergone final differentiation in the plant body in plants, even highly mature and differentiated cells retain. The assumption that animal stem cell identity is more a product of the transient, specific molecular and metabolic status of the cell than of cellular identity (zipori, 2004) seems to apply well to the totipotency of plant cells. Totipotency of plant cell plant architectural tissue culture research and development ceps 植物细胞全能性,植物组织培养,研究与应用。the birth of cloned sheep dolly. Cell totipotency the bringing forward of apomixis, microsporogenesis and mitosporogenesis to an earlier stage in a life history is known in plant evolution as. Organization of the plant body that includes the embryo shoot and root meristems and, consequently, all the cell and tissue types of the plant body single embryogenic cells are totipotent stem cells.
And functional properties that are distinct from those of its progenitor cell – plant cell differentiation is frequently reversible (dedifferentiation) – totipotency: plant cells, if. Plant protoplasts, ie plant cells devoid of cell walls, represent a very efficient experimental model and are also valuable tools for biotechnological applications, such as somatic hybridization and genetic transformation, providing they exhibit totipotency, ie can regenerate to produce whole. Totipotency is the ability of a living cell to express all of its genes to regenerate a whole new individual totipotent cells from plants have been used in tissue-culture techniques to produce.
Because plant cells are not as complex as in animal in matter of cell differentiation most of plant cells that formed plant tissue are nearly similar in shape the difference is on cell wall thickness as far as i know, the most complex cell type. Totipotency is the ability of a single cell to divide and produce all the differentiated cells in an organism, including extraembryonic tissues totipotent cells formed during sexual and asexual reproduction include spores and zygotes zygotes are the products of the fusion of two gametes in some. The concept of totipotency what is totipotency it is the potential/ability of plant cell to regenerate into completely functional plant in 1902 the idea was conceived by gottileb haberlandt. Totipotency is the genetic potential of a plant cell to produce the entire plant in other words, totipotency is the cell characteristic in which the potential for forming all the cell types in the adult organism is retained.
In theory, each diploid plant cell contains the genetic information for the formation of an individual, and so each diploid nucleate cell should be capable of differentiating into a complete. Plant and animal cells essay plant and animal cells essay 1498 words 6 pages plant and animal cells i introduction all organisms in life are composed of at least one or more cells cells are the basic units of life there are three main totipotency of plant cell 2535 words | 11 pages. The molecular mechanisms underlying plant cell totipotency are largely unknown here, we present a protocol for the efﬁcient regeneration of plants from arabidopsis thaliana protoplasts the speciﬁc liquid medium used in our study leads to a high rate. Totipotency refers to a developmental flexibility within plant cells that distinguish them from most animal cells, in that many somatic plant cells can regenerate into entire plants two researchers in the 1950s were the first to prove this ability, which has become a fascinating trait in the plant kingdom.
Totipotency sets plant cells apart from most of their animal counterparts because plant cell can be totipotent throughout their life, and it was ﬁrst demonstrated by steward and reinert in the 1950s. An important development in the field of plant cell and tissue culture has been the demonstration in the past decade of the totipotency of higher plant cells isolated single cells were first. Totipotency of plant cells introduction to totipotency of plant cells: plant tissue culture is the technique of in vitro maintaining and growing cells, tissues, organs, etc and their differentiation on artificial medium under aseptic conditions (axenic culture) inside suitable containers.
Totipotency literally means 'total potential' totipotency is the property of a stem cell to differentiate into any cell of the organism it belongs to zygote is a perfect totipotent cell as it can differentiate into all possible cell types if we take the example of human beings, the zygote and. The many from the one in a previous article on mitosis and meiosis, i described how the process of cell division worksin both cases, a single cell can give rise to a part of the plant structure or to an entire plant. Cellular totipotency is the ability of a single cell to produce all types of differentiated cells and give rise to a complete organism unlike animal cells, highly mature and differentiated plant cells retain the ability of totipotency.
Cell and tissue and organ culture, but it was left to molliard (7), kotte (8, 9), and robbins (10, 11) to cultivate successfully fragments of plant. The cell types should be classified based on the cell potency, which is defined as a cell's ability to differentiate into one or more cell types within an organism  from which these specific cell types form, that is, totipotency, pluripotency, multipotency, oligopotency and unipotency. The tobacco plant (nicotiana tabacum) is likewise a commonly used specimen in demonstrating cell totipotency and plantlet regeneration, particularly from the pith tissue in the center of stem tiny segments of the pith (about 2 mm cubes) when grown in nutrient solution will give rise to a mass of undifferentiated cells called callus. Totipotency of plant cells 植物细胞的全能性 expression of totipotency 全能性表达 cell totipotency expression 细胞全能性表达 totipotency of cell 更多.


Ceylon tea, grown on the island now called Sri Lanka, is one of the world's most enjoyable brews. Tea production is a fascinating subject, and many tea plantations in Sri Lanka offer accommodation to visitors with an interest in the process. A visit to one of Sri Lanka's tea producing areas can be a highly original travel experience and an exciting one for tea lovers.
In the center of the southern part of Sri Lanka, high mountains loom above the coastal plains. These cool and rainy central highlands offer the perfect climate for cultivation of quality tea, and also for the enjoyment of a visit to the tropics. Sri Lankan tea production may be roughly divided into high grown and low grown tea producers, each turning out delightful and distinctive teas. Visitors may wish to travel to one or the other or both in order to tour historic Sri Lankan tea operations.
High Grown Tea Plantations
Nuwara Eliya is a plateau lying high above the coastal plain whose teas have unique flavors that allude to the cypresses and wild mints of the province. A number of plantations in the area offer tour experiences to interested visitors. The Pedro Tea Estate, for instance, offers half-hour tours. Local hotels organize trips to the facility, or visitors may make their own travel arrangements. Near the old capital of Kandy is the Tea Museum, a renovated factory filled with the apparatus of tea production through the ages. A visit there will give visitors invaluable insight about life on tea plantations in Sri Lanka.
Low Grown Tea Operations
Lowland tea plantations in Sri Lanka (http://www.sodhatravel.com/SriLanka.php) have a particular climate that gives the tea grown there a distinctive taste. The Handunugoda estate near Tittagalla in the southern province is a working museum that produces not only tea but cinnamon, rubber and coconut. About 40 minutes from the southern city of Galle, the plantation encourages guests to visit the facility and to partake of refreshments before and after.
For visitors seeking a more intense experience in tea country, some plantations offer luxury accommodation. Charming cottages abound, as do plantation homes renovated into hotels. A stay on a tea plantation can provide a low-key, relaxing break in a unique environment.
Tours of Multiple Plantations
Visitors who wish to see more than one of the tea plantations in Sri Lanka may be interested in a package tour. Some operators offer visits to plantations in each of the country's tea producing regions. Other tours focus on one area.
Tea Cultivation and Processing
In Sri Lanka, tea is planted according to the contour method in undulating rows that wind away across the hills. The unique feature of Sri Lankan tea cultivation is its use of manual labor, predominantly female Tamil workers. Visitors to tea plantations in Sri Lanka will come to appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into the production of premium teas. The process of drying and oxidizing the tea takes place in on-site factories that can be seen during a plantation tour.
Getting to Sri Lanka
While it is possible to fly directly to Sri Lanka, the number of carriers who service the island nation and the schedules each provides may make this proposition somewhat inconvenient. Visitors may find it more convenient to travel to India, where connections are better, and then travel to Sri Lanka by other means or by a local carrier in order to experience tea plantations.


Thanks to all the community-minded individuals who participated in Grow-a-Row this year! From Sugarhouse to Spanish fork, over 40 people grew and donated fresh produce to their local food pantries. The map below shows all the “rows” throughout the valley. Check out this great article from Deseret News that highlights a West Jordan boy scout who used Grow a Row to enlist his neighbors to grow and donate thousands of pounds of winter squash this season.
Why Grow a Row? We believe that everyone has the right to fresh, healthy, food. However, those who rely on food pantries often do not have access to fresh produce. This is where you come in. Do you have a garden that produces far too many tomatoes than you can eat and preserve? Does your apple tree overwhelm you with fruit by the end of the season? Instead of letting all that fresh, nutritious produce go to waste, you can donate it to it to your local food pantry. You can fight hunger in your own backyard!
How it works: We want to make giving easy, so in the spring we contact food pantries to make sure that they’re willing and able to receive donations from the public. By making the connection between participants and pantries, we hope to increase the amount of fresh produce donated throughout the growing season. We believe that this is one way to give back and share extra produce with those who otherwise lack access. Read about the history of Grow-a-Row here.
Who can participate: Anyone with a bit of garden space! This is also great opportunity for an Eagle Scout Project. Please help us spread the word to your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Follow this link to download a Grow A Row flyer.
How to get involved: Sign up here to register your “row.” You can find a pantry accepting donations near you here. After you plant, grow, and harvest your produce, you’re all set to donate your surplus to hunger relief.


Astronauts: Space-Age Weed Eaters?
While NASA contemplates what plants might be grown in space for the Astronauts based on the moon or on their way to Mars, may I offer a few of my own plant candidates? These candidates probably haven't been researched much so far because, for most people, they're dismissed as common weeds.
Summer Purslane - Portulaca oleracea
Summer Purslane, or common purslane, is a common bane to most gardeners. This flat-growing, succulent-leafed plant grows just about anywhere soil is devoid of other plants, "it tolerates poor, compacted soils and drought" -- See the Wikipedia link, above. It grows during the warmer times of the year and contains more Omega 3 fatty acids than any other leafed vegetable. It also contains a fair bit of vitamin C.
I like summer purslane for four reasons: (1) it's tasty, (2) it likes poor soils, (3) you can eat almost the whole thing, and (4) it grows as a flat mat, which allows a space-cramped astro-farmer to grow closely stacked shelves of it in a corner of his/her biosphere. Here I envision shelves where the bottom side is covered in LEDs to illuminate the plants on the shelves below it.
Miner's Lettuce - Claytonia perfoliata
Miner's lettuce, sometimes called Winter Purslane, is one of the first plants to appear in the California springtime. When it's still chilly outside, it's tender shoots break through the poor soil into the shady areas in which it usually grows. When the heat of summer kicks in, Claytonia begins to fade from the spotlight, but not before producing a bounty of seeds. The name "Miner's Lettuce" comes from the Gold Rush era, when miners would eat it to prevent scurvy, obviously because of it's vitamin C content. I like miner's lettuce for six reasons: (1) it's tasty - much like lettuce or spinach, (2) it likes cool shade, (3) it contains vitamin C, (4) with its round central leaf it looks like it should be a space vegetable, (5) you can almost eat the entire plant, and (6) it doesn't much care what soil you try growing it in. From our astro-farmer's point of view, miner's lettuce is an ideal vegetable when you're running short of light and heat, such as during the lunar nighttime when power consumption would be at a minimum.
Common Chickweed - Stellaria Media
Another fine winter plant, chickweed is tasty stuff that grows almost anywhere there is space. Like miner's lettuce and summer purslane, above, chickweed is almost entirely edible. As a medicinal plant, it has been traditionally used to treat skin-related ailments. I like this plant for 5 out of the 6 reasons I like miner's lettuce -- chickweed, however, doesn't look much like a space vegetable.
Common Dandelion - Taraxacum officinale
Dandelions can be used as salad greens and the taproot can be dried and roasted as a coffee substitute. Naturally this means that nearly the entire plant can be consumed. Dandelions are easy to grow, perhaps much harder not to grow. No space garden should be without a patch of the cheery yellow flowers.
You'll notice by now that the candidates I've offered have a few common attributes. The first, in all cases the plants can be almost entirely consumed. When you look at many of the NASA-tested vegetables, such as tomatoes, potatoes, and wheat, there remains a fair amount of plant waste after harvest that needs to be broken down and returned to the soil/nutrient solution. This requires room and energy to accomplish and effects the O2/CO2 balance if composting or incineration are used.
All the candidates can grow in relatively poor soil. Weeds are robust members of the plant community. They are opportunists which usually grow quickly wherever they end up, and they generate a fair number of seeds as a matter of course, allowing for a multitude of re-plantings. Two of the candidates are winter vegetables, requiring less energy than typical summer vegetables. One of the candidates grows as a flat mat, allowing it to grow on tightly spaced shelves where space is limited.
These candidates demonstrate that by looking a bit "outside of the box", growing space vegetables may be easier than currently anticipated.


Fruit growers across the Goulburn Valley need your help to get the fruit off the trees.
Greater Shepparton and Victorian farmers need your support to get produce off to market.
Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, farmers are expecting a shortfall of thousands of seasonal workers. Workers who support the industry will support farmers and ensure fresh produce is supplied to Australia and the rest of the world.
Pickers are needed to ensure quality fruit does not go to waste.
No experience is needed apart from being physically healthy, fit and reliable, as well as having a willingness to learn and a great attitude! If you ware wanting to start a longer term career in the industry, there are opportunities that require some level of training such as driving tractors, etc. Your employer will let you know what is needed and most growers are willing to train people in new skills.
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To be eligible for relocation assistance you will need to work for at least six weeks and at least 120 hours in a harvest, regional or remote area.
For further information on this assistance please visit the Australian Government’s Job Search website.


This week I spoke to Mr Dixon about some of the details of my ecosystems. If you’re interested in how that went scroll down for the blog post discussing it. My main resource for this weeks information was my discussion with Mr Dixon. I gathered a lot of useful information regarding how to set up my ecosystem and how to be more definitive when measuring changes.
In the upcoming week I need to see if i can find a spot to leave my ecosystems – at school – where they will get plenty of sun and won’t be interferred with. I also have to consider where I will collect soil for my ‘natural setting’ ecosystem – whether it will be from a local park or just my back garden. When considering setting from which I’m gathering soil I’ll need to take into account variables such as alkalinity and lime content. I will also have to start gathering the equipment so I can set up my ecosystems.


Oh, how we love our gardens. How many other things can nurture us, body and soul, quite like a lovingly tended garden? Unfortunately, there’s no lack of pesky pests who love our gardens too. Even a novice gardener knows that keeping the bugs and hungry animals away from a garden is more than half the battle. One of the most common pests that make their way into our gardens are squirrels. As you notice signs of these pests, such as bite marks and missing plants, you’re likely asking yourself one glaring question: How do you keep squirrels out of a garden?
These days, there are all kinds of chemical weapons to use to keep both bugs, squirrels, and other animals aways from your garden. However, these chemicals can be harmful to you, your garden’s bounty, and the surrounding wildlife. And besides, who wants to ingest chemically polluted plants? Luckily, there are ways to keep animals out of your garden naturally – and cheaply, too. Here, you’ll read some of the top ways to keep bugs, squirrels, and other animals away from your garden.
Tip #1: Use Your Kitchen Waste
Our first tip to keeping squirrels out of your garden, along with avoiding other pests, is to put your kitchen waste to use. Squirrels, along with other animals and bugs, can be kept at bay by putting certain kinds of kitchen waste around the patch. Items like coffee grounds, egg shells, and citrus fruit rinds are unfavored amongst these pests, keeping them at a distance. These cute but naughty garden devastators have a very developed sense of smell – so these strong odors work well at keeping them away.
If you’re trying to keep squirrels out of your garden in particular, use garlic! While we love this tasty, fragrant food when we cook, squirrels certainly do not feel the same. Mix some chopped garlic with equal parts vinegar and let the mixture sit for a few days. Spray the garlic mixture around your garden, such as on fences, stakes, and pots. Its strong scent will keep squirrels and other animals away, keeping your crops safe and sound.
Tip #2: The Age Old Soap Trick
This old Farmer’s Almanac trick has stood the test of time, proving to still be effective at keeping squirrels and other animals out of gardens. First, cut up some Irish Spring soap and place it in a few small drawstring pouches. Place the pouches around your garden, making sure to cover all areas. The strong scent of the soap should help to keep animals out of the garden, including deer and those pesky squirrels.
Tip #3: Create a Physical Barrier to Keep Animals Away
When figuring out how to keep animals out of a garden, a good physical barrier is typically the best defense. To do so, create a barrier around the entire perimeter of the garden. There are a few options you can choose, including hardwire cloth, chicken wire, or a wooden fence. If you’re trying to figure out how to keep squirrels out of a garden in particular, use squirrel fence spikes. These are specifically designed to keep squirrels away by placing pointed spikes atop the barrier. Don’t worry though, they won’t harm the squirrels. They’ll just save you from the havoc they wreak on your garden!
Tip #4: Use Plants to Keep Bugs Away From a Garden
If you’re asking yourself how to keep bugs away from your garden, here’s a tip for you. Bring in the good guys. There are many types of insects that are actually beneficial to your garden. That’s because these good bugs, like wasps, actually feed on the bugs that often damage our crops. To bring in the good bugs, you can incorporate plants into your garden that attract them. Queen Anne’s Lace, Butterfly Weed, parsley, carrots and chamomile are all known to attract wasps and other beneficial insects that will protect your garden.
Another tip to keep bugs away from your garden is to plant insect repelling plants near the crops. Some plants have insect-repelling properties that will work to keep these garden-damaging bugs at a distance. Some of these plants include lavender, basil, mint, lemongrass, and petunias. Not only will these plants help keep bugs away from your garden, but many of them look and taste great too! Finding that rabbits are the culprit for your garden’s damage? Planting onions around the perimeter works best at keeping these cute, but havoc wreaking, animals away.
Tip #5: Use Motion-Sensor Sprinklers
Placing motion-sensor sprinklers near your garden is another tip for keeping squirrels and other animals out of the garden. When these animals arrive to steal your crops, the sprinklers will activate once they get too close. Squirrels, and other animals like rabbits and deer, are notoriously skittish. The alarming sound and spray of water will deter them away from your garden, keeping your crops safe (and watered)!
Garden pests are a pain and a nuisance that most gardeners have dealt with. After putting hard work into creating a bountiful garden, it’s hard to watch its bounty get stolen by squirrels, other animals, and pesky bugs. Next time you’re wondering how to keep squirrels out of your garden, along with other common pests, follow these simple tips. With some vigilance and perseverance, you’ll be on your way to keeping your garden safe!
And if these common garden pests make their way into your home, call an expert like Eliminate’Em to take control of the problem. We offer squirrel removal and other wildlife control to keep your family safe! The professional technicians at Eliminate’Em are available to you 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Give us a call at 1-866-652-1367 (7378) for Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts pest removal today!


[INTERVIEW] Mbuli Charles Boliko, Director of the Liaison Office in Japan for the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations talks about FAO and agriculture for the future
Agriculture provides us with our food, and without food there can be no life. We need to invest in sustainable agricultural strategies which allow us to feed ourselves without compromising the capacity and ability of the future generation to also do the same.
- Category: #interview #Agriculture & Food
- Interview date: Sep 27th, 2018
- Writer: David
Question: Could you tell us about FAO’s mission to achieve zero hunger and your activities in Japan?
Mr. Charles Boliko:
FAO is a specialized agency under the United Nations which focuses on issues related to food and agriculture. Its main objective is to lead the global cause of achieving zero hunger by ensuring that every human being on earth has access to sufficient food, in terms of both quantity andquality.
The FAO mandates are
- to increase the production of nutritious food for all people by introducing agricultural techniques and contributing to rural development,
- to ensure resilience,
- to reduce dependence on food aid by educating people on how they can produce their own food, and
- to utilize and manage human resources on a sustainable level.
The main activities of FAO are
- research and knowledge accumulation (data analysis, generation of knowledge, and data-based publications);
- policy development and assistance;
- service as a forum for neutral discussion that contributes to world peace; and
- implementation of concrete projects in the field
To achieve its missions, FAO has worked with several stakeholders in mobilizing and promoting its activities to achieve zero hunger, including Japan, which currently stands as the second largest contributor to FAO’s regular budget.
Question: How can FAO’s partnership with Pasona Group and Awaji Youth Federation (AYF) contribute to the objectives of both organizations?
Mr. Charles Boliko:
In this era of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the United Nations and FAO both continue to work with several organizations including private companies to achieve SDG No. 17, which is to Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.In the case of Pasona Group, FAO has agreed to work together in achieving greater public awareness regarding food security, and Pasona possesses a wonderful set of networks which is capable of tackling this issue. As Pasona is a renowned recruitment and human resources company, we are now striving to work on capacity development and the dissemination of knowledge. The Fellows in Awaji Youth Federation are extremely creative, open-minded, and belong to the type of young individuals that FAO needs. Apart from utilizing individual skills and building relationships, one of our ongoing projects is the creation of a new FAO establishment which will be done in partnership with Pasona Group at Awaji Island’s Yumebutai International Conference Center.
Question: Why is sustainable agriculture so important for the future?
Mr. Charles Boliko:
Agriculture provides us with our food, and without food there can be no life. We need to invest in sustainable agricultural strategies which allow us to feed ourselves without compromising the capacity and ability of the future generation to also do the same. It is imperative that we do not think only for our own selves, ignoring the consequence of our actions and its impact on future generations. Furthermore, there can be no sustainability until we consider the fulfillment of “5P”: People, Planet, Prosperity, Partnership, and Peace. All of these cannot be achieved without the efforts of people. As the world population continues to rise between now and 2050, we are called upon to increase food production by some 50% in order to meet the new demand. This should be executed in a way which is sustainable without exhausting the quality of our water and land, and in such a way that we are not contributing further to pollution and other environmental issues.


TOMATO THUNDER ORGANIC – 1.5 kg – from Cuxin DCM – Minigran
You can achieve a basic improvement of the soil humus layer by consistent application of composted natural fertilizers such as ORGASAN ORGANIC TOMATO FERTILIZER. With this special fertilizer, especially rich in potassium, grow the most beautiful tomatoes.
- for growing tomatoes and other vegetables in greenhouses and outdoors.
- rich in potassium for firm and juicy fruits
- applicable in controlled organic farming according to EU regulation (EWG 889/2008)
- VE = 1,5 kg
- Application quantity:: 150 – 200 g /m²
Why fertilize organically?
Organic fertilizers supplement the nutrient supply of the cultivated crops in the garden. The nutrients present in the soil are often not in the optimal usable form and quantity. Only the supply of plant nutrients through fertilization enables the plant to be optimally supplied. Fertilization should be adjusted to the plant’s needs. The use of our organic fertilizers optimizes the nutrition of the plant, promotes plant growth, improves the yield and also the quality of the harvested products. Soil fertility is permanently increased by organic fertilization.
What does MINIGRAN mean?
The unique Minigran production process produces a microgranule that is significantly smaller than classic granules and is also very fine and homogeneous. This allows an even distribution of fertilizer between the plants. Another special feature is that the minigranulate has no breaking edges. This makes it low in dust and odor. An additional advantage is the very low nutrient leaching into groundwater compared to chemical fertilizers. The nutrients are plant-available, with maximum respect for the environment at the same time
Organic biological garden care products of the brand CUXIN DCM. Cuxin DCM fertilizers combine scientific know-how and ecological standards. We deliberately refrain from selling mineral fertilizers in order to avoid polluting waters and meadows.


15 kg of pork consumed by an average Estonian comes from Rakvere Farms.
An average Estonian eats approximately 32 kg of pork in a year, half of which is the Rakvere Meat Processing Plant’s fresh meat and meat products.
40% of Estonian-raised pork grows up in Rakvere Farms.
There are about 625,000 pigs raised in Estonia every year, from which 250,000 are raised in Rakvere Farms. There are so many pigs raised in Estonia that it is more than enough for all Estonians. This is why some of the pigs and pork travel to other countries.
280 kg of mixed fodder is used to raise one pig in Rakvere Farms.
Altogether, Rakvere’s pigs eat about 85,000 tons of mixed fodder in a year, out of which 70,000 tons is local production from Estonian fields and is grown by Estonian farmers. 99% of mixed fodder is produced in Estonia. Also, over 60,000 tons of whey left over from the dairy industry is used to feed the pigs.
he right temperature is very important when raising pigs: in a cool pigsty, a part of the energy from the fodder is used not to grow but to sustain the body's temperature. But in too warm an environment, the pigs lose their appetite and their gain decreases again. The highest temperature of about 35 °C is needed by the suckling pigs when they are born, weaners need 19–25 °C and pigs only 18 °C.
Whether the temperature is suitable for the pigs can also be determined by simply observing the pigs. When the pigs are lying next to each other, then the temperature is just right for them. In a cold pigsty, pigs climb on top of each other in order to keep warm. In too hot a pigsty, the pigs keep away from each other when lying or are even in the dung in order to get rid of the excess heat.


Spring is around the corner. We promise! Spring is nature’s time for promoting new growth, even the growth of unwanted weeds and critters. As we look forward to warmer times, what are some of the things you should be keeping your eye open for in the backyard? Below is a helpful list of common lawn problems and how you can battle them. Not interested in a battle? Weiss Property Management can do this for you! We offer a free consultation and advice to get the backyard you desire.
“Green-ness”– Is your lawn is a bit “duller” than you want it to be? Your grass may need a proper fertilizer program. Fertilizer is the perfect way to add necessary nutrients and supplement that your soil is lacking.
Dog Damage– Is Spot (or Rover) leaving spots in your lawn? If so, chicken wire can be a great aid in keeping dogs out of specific regions of the yard. You can also even out the color by soaking them with a hose. (The spots, not the dog.) Fun Fact: Male urine is less acidic and creates less havoc in your yard than female urine. Are spots really irritating you? Vitamins can be given to your dog diluting the acidity in their urine so they aren’t leaving any unwanted spots.
Crabgrass– It’s great at weeding out the competition by germinating first and claiming territory. To keep weeds from spreading, remove them, and quickly re-plant those open areas with grass seed.
Brown Areas or Dry Spots– This can happen when your grass is too compact, and water isn’t reaching the roots. Annual aerating and power raking (thatching) removes dead grass allowing the moisture to soak in and support increased root growth. Combined with over-seeding, this can create a carpet like thickness in your lawn keeping unwanted weeds and diseases away.
Moss & Shade– Peanut butter & jelly. White & rice. You get it. Moss & shade go together. Pruning or reducing the yard shade areas can help reduce unwanted mossy areas.
Chronic Lawn Problems– Patchy grass that doesn’t want to grow anything? It may be the soil, not the grass. Having your soil tested will discover useful information for developing a treatment plan. Weiss Property Management can provide any of these services just a call or e-mail away.
Pesky Critters– Finding Zen with your turf isn’t the only thing keeping you from a lush yard. Sometimes grubs, moles, and other pests find themselves an unwanted home. Kill them quick with a pesticide or organically with a predatory nematode, a slow-moving black bug that doesn’t harm earthworms or plants.
Are you awaiting spring’s warmer weather, but not the yard work that goes along with it? Preparing your yard or outdoor space for spring can be a daunting task. Taking the time to get your property ready for the upcoming season makes things more manageable, leaving you with time to enjoy your summer.
Don’t have the time? Not sure where to start? Turn to Weiss Property Management. Michigan’s fall and winter months can wreak havoc on your lawn and landscaping. If kept unchecked, debris can cause dead spots or damage throughout the winter. Weeds that germinated last fall hunker down and take deep root as the weather breaks. Spring presents a perfect time to get your lawn or landscaping back on track by repairing any damage or problem areas. Don’t let lawn problems put a damper on your happy outdoor space. Start the season off right with a spring clean up that will get your property ready for the upcoming growing season.
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The Soil Fertility Project: James Bruges and David Friese-Greene
26 May 2011
James Lovelock has said that charcoal – if adopted by farmers around the world to increase the yield of their crops – could be our main hope for combating the worst effects of global warming. George Monbiot wrote an article in The Guardian suggesting that biochar (charcoal intended for agricultural purposes) could lead to destructive monocultures if the process is allocated carbon credits and taken up by large-scale agribusiness. The hope and the fear are both realistic, though there is little chance that the technology can attract carbon credits because of difficulties over certification. We are focusing on Lovelock’s hope.
The science is complex so this is a gross simplification. Plants capture carbon dioxide from the air through photosynthesis. If you char the plants (wood is not necessary) and bury the char, carbon is captured, almost permanently, and oxygen released: hence carbon dioxide is extracted from the atmosphere. The microscopic cavities of charcoal allow it to retain moisture and provide a refuge for microbes, fungus and mycorrhizae, which associate with plant roots. So biochar is particularly useful for restoring fertility to degraded arid soils in the tropics.
The project is being run by SCAD, a large NGO in Tamil Nadu that is in touch with 500 villages. If farmers see positive results from trials it is likely that they will wish to adopt the process, particularly since the cost of synthetic fertiliser is rising. We have a head start because a banana farmer had been using waste rice-husk charcoal and ash from a mill and claims that his use of water has halved, less fertiliser is needed and his yield has increased in quantity and quality. The practice spread to his neighbours, and other farmers are showing an interest. Actually, the use of charcoal to modify soil has a long history in India.
There is a problem over equipment. Traditional charcoal-making uses wood and has health hazards. Our friend Dr Ravikumar (seen in the pyrolysis photo) first sparked our interest three years ago with his Anila cooking stove. But larger equipment is necessary for village communities if they are to produce sufficient biochar for agricultural use. Searching the web led to David meeting Black-is-Green in Australia who make a pyrolyser that is sufficiently robust and simple for operation by communities that do not have a background in the technology.
The pilot project, which opened in March, serves SCAD’s 5,000-student technical college, so is bigger than appropriate for villages. It has two parts. An anaerobic biodigester is run on green waste from the college kitchen and local markets. It produces gas (for cooking) and electricity as well as providing slurry to permeate the biochar. The pyrolyser is run on dry agricultural waste and prosopis (an invasive bush on the surrounding scrubland) and is driven by a thermal-electric generator strapped to its side. Waste materials and labour are the only inputs for both parts. SCAD has an organic farm adjacent to the project and this is where field trials using biochar are being carried out. However, the first programme is for rigorous scientific pot trials – designed by Evelyn Krull of CSIRO in Australia and analysed at Limerick University – to determine the nature of the products, and how much to mix with local soils.
We are not certain how the project will develop but anticipate that village communities, with whom SCAD has a close relationship, will gather waste materials. They will produce their own slurry from green waste, and a mobile pyrolysis unit will be taken round to process the dry waste. Villagers are, however, already attempting to make their own biochar. Their motivation, of course, is not global warming – although this is seriously affecting them – but to increase the yield of their crops. The project is founded on Lovelock’s view that farmers will adopt the practice when they see the benefits.
The RH Southern Trust funded the pilot project but other funding is needed for the Soil Fertility Project to spread at SCAD and elsewhere. We are already in consultation with an organisation in the Cameroons.


Star cup 130 mm
Star cup (diameter 130 mm) for burning holes in mulch
The 130 millimetre wide star cup is used to burn holes with a cross shape on any type of mulch.
This cup, heated using the Thermoperfo, will make a precise clear-cut hole in your plastic mulch.
It is convenient for transplanting tomatoes, eggplants, marrows and peppers because the mulch can be arranged so that it is very close to the crop. This prevents weeds from emerging.
Cup delivered without the Thermoperfo.


Growing cannabis requires more than just choosing a cannabis seed. You need to make sure you use the right fertilizer. Using the best fertilizer can make a huge difference in your crop. Before choosing a fertilizer, you need to know the particular need of your plant for the duration of its life cycle. A growing plant needs a growth fertilizer and such need changes as the plant grows.
There are various sources for fertilizers. You can create your own fertilizer or you can purchase readily available fertilizers at the local garden center. The best fertilizer is the one consists of the right mix of nutrients as it can help your plant thrive and maximize your yield. Many cannabis growers prefer to use pre-made fertilizers. Fortunately, there are plenty of cannabis fertilizers to choose from. However, you need to keep in mind that cannabis has a wide array of needs.
Pre-made fertilizers prevent you from making mistakes, especially when it comes to mixing different chemicals. Today, if you are going to search online, you will find a lot of fertilizers specially formulated for growing cannabis. Such products are manufactured by experienced growers worldwide.
One of the companies that produce the best fertilizers for cannabis is Advanced Nutrients. The owner and CEO of Advanced Nutrient is Big Mike Straumietis. He is the one who revolutionizes cannabis growing in the comfort of home. His company, Advanced Nutrients specializes in hydroponics fertilizers. It is a process of growing marijuana with the roots planted in the water. Many cannabis growers prefer this method because there are no loose particles and cannabis growers can grow their own crop even without the soil.
Advanced Nutrients has been in the business since 1996. It is the only company that truly understands your need for fast-growing and high-yielding crops. Big Mike has undergone thorough research and employed only the best people to make sure that Advanced Nutrients’ product lines are of top-notch quality. His efforts finally paid off as Advanced Nutrients is now one of the popular nutrient brands in the world.
The cannabis plant has special needs and with thorough research and rigorous testing, Advanced Nutrients was able to discover the special needs of cannabis. Hence, every product is specially formulated to meet the needs of every cannabis grower.
Advanced Nutrients’ products are a bit expensive compared to others but the company can attest to the quality of its products. In fact, it offers 100% guarantee on its products. Only the best materials and standard manufacturing processes are used to creating fertilizers. Hence, you will be able to grow your crops faster and yield more. That’s the Advanced Nutrients promise.


Size: 3 to 3.5 feet tall at the shoulder; 125- 200 pounds; Males can get up to 300 pounds.
Signs of their presence:
Damage to flowers, fruits, and vegetables and the buds and twigs of fruit trees and ornamental shrubs.
Damage to landscape plantings and ornamentals may occur at any time of year but is usually most severe in the late winter and early spring when
other food supplies are limited.
Trodden or pawed ground
Bark rubbed from trees
Common nuisance situations:
Destruction of foliage, flower and vegetables, and other landscape plantings
Lyme and Tick disease.
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The latest technology in the lawn care industry, a robotic lawn mower is an autonomous robot that is responsible for cutting grass. This technology requires the user to set up a border wire of their property that defines the area that needs to be cut. The wire helps the robot to locate the areas of grass within the lawn that need to be mowed as well as locate the recharging dock. Robotic lawn mowers first entered production in 1995 and can now handle several acres if needed. They are meant to be completely autonomous, and some now work with voice control when connected to your Amazon Echo or Google Home device.
Autonomous is defined as having the freedom to operate itself and has its own controls. Autonomous lawn mowers have the ability to operate and mow lawns on their own with the settings and controls from the operator. There is no physical demand needed for the robotic mower to run.
Yes! This is one of the many perks that come with owning a robotic lawn mower. Each mower can be set to a specific profile and the operator can customize the date and time of when you want it to mow.
Robotic lawn mowers are designed to operate in all weather conditions with the exceptions of extreme wet and freezing conditions. Once fall and winter hit, your grass will stop growing depending on where you live, in this case it is best to store your mower in your garage. Simply give it a full charge before you put it away for the winter.
The wire that is placed in the lawn allows the robotic lawn mower to maneuver around objects in the lawn without a problem. Robotic lawn mowers also have built-in sensors which keep them from getting stuck on any other unexpected items. A robotic lawn mower is designed to stop its cutting system and redirect if needed.
A robotic lawn mower uses a buried wire to navigate the edges of your lawn to ensure a clean cut in any area you need mowed. These mowers are designed to overlap the wire to ensure that all of the grass is cut, however you will still need to trim in areas where the grass grows along a wall. This trimming is needed because the robotic mowing blades are recessed from the edge of the automated mower by about three inches.
Every model is made for different size lawns, so it depends on which one you purchase. All robotic mowers are meant to cut your lawn several times per week in order to keep your grass healthier. Some automatic lawn mowers are also faster than others. Other factors include the season, the type of grass in your lawn, and if the grass is irrigated or treated. Check with your Autmow professional to help you determine which model would best suit your size lawn.
Unlike most power equipment, a robotic lawn mower rarely requires any maintenance. While inspection and light cleaning is always a good thing to do so that your equipment runs efficiently for a long time, robotic lawn mowers do not require special equipment to keep their blades sharp. These lightweight mowers make it cheap and easy to simply replace the blades. A good routine also includes things like cleaning off the hood and the wheels of the robotic lawn mower. They do not require any other maintenance, oil, or cleaning, and they won’t take up much space in your garage when stored for the winter.
Battery lifetime with average use is around five years and only cost about $150 to replace.
All units come with a base station and low voltage cord which plugs into any standard outlet.
No. They find their own way home when they get tired.
Mowers typically run 60-90 minutes before returning to their base to charge.
On average, most standard units take 45 minutes for a full charge.
Running costs depend on the size of your lawn but are only $10-$50 per season.
No. If you choose our professional installation, we bury the boundary and other guide wires for you. You can also do this yourself, but many DIY kits include above-ground wire and small stakes designed to grow into your lawn quickly.
All units use a perimeter wire – similar to electric dog fences. Some units also have GPS to help map the yard.
Better than a riding mower. Today’s autonomous mowers can slope up to 45% (or 24°).
Units are designed to run in the rain and because of their unique design will also not “tear” wet grass like other mowers.
No. Mowers are built for lawns up to 1.25 acres and multiple units can maintain larger yards.
No problem. Perimeter wire, remote object sensors and GPS are used to handle even the most demanding lawns.
Sophisticated theft prevention is built into every model. Each unit has some combination of built-in alarms, pin codes, base station exclusivity, auto disabling, and GPS tracking.
Yes! All units have a combination of object, lift, tilt, and/or location sensors that stop the blades automatically when they encounter anything unexpected or outside normal operating parameters.


Be on the Lookout for Parramatta Grass
Giant Parramatta grass is a robust, tufted, well-rooted perennial tussock related to the other weedy sporobolus grasses including giant rat’s tail grass, American rat’s tail grass and Parramatta grass.
Giant Parramatta grass can dramatically decrease producers’ economic viability and lower land values.
If you see any of this particular type of grass in your garden, or anywhere else at New Govardhana please contact Ajita Prabhu, Venu Gopal Prabhu, or Maha Mantra Prabhu. If it is pulled out by the roots when it is relatively young we can stay on top of it. Once it starts forming into larger clumps it is much harder to deal with.
It is a considerable threat to our cow's pasturing grounds particularly, and to the landscape of New Govardhana generally. Please be aware of it and either report it or remove it yourself.
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The Vegetative Waste Composting Facility consists of a dedicated section of the Solid Waste Facility. Leaves, grass clippings and brush can be dropped off by residents, municipal collection crews and commercial haulers. The leaves and grass clippings are stock piled and then formed into extended piles referred to as windrows. A mechanical windrow turning machine then passes over the piles, where the machine remixes and aerates the leaves and grass. Composting of the leaves is accomplished in about 5 to 6 months. Trees and brush may also be brought to the vegetative waste facility where a tub grinder is used to chip small diameter trees and brush into a mulch type product available to area residents and businesses.
Section of SCMUA 2013 Rate Schedule
VII. Leaves, Brush and Lawn Clippings (ID 23)
Charge for drop-off of leaves, brush and lawn clippings shall be $40.00 per ton. Minimum charge shall be $5.00 per load. Passenger type vehicles (i.e. automobiles, minivans, SUV's) shall not be charged for diminimus amounts of ID23. Any vehicles with two (2) or less barrels/bags (up to 110 gals/pounds) of leaves, brush or lawn clippings shall be determined as diminimus amounts and shall not be charged for disposal.
Loading Charges for Mulch/Compost shall be as follows:
• Mulch $ 5 per Cubic Yard
• Mulch Colorized $20 per Cubic Yard
• Compost $ 5 per Cubic Yard
• Compost Screened $20 per Cubic Yard
Appointment for loading advised for large quantities.