Farm Transition Tactics
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Prune Spring Blooming Shrubs
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Hay is defined as forage conserved under aerobic dry or limited moisture conditions. Hay is critical to feed livestock during periods …
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Inspect a Honeybee Hive to locate the queen, observe her laying pattern, conduct a mite count, and put vinegar …
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2018 Cucumber Variety Disease Trial in Rockingham County
The varieties in this disease trial are General Lee, Marketmore, Slice More, Intimidator, Dasher II, Thunder, Stonewall, Eureka, and …
May Weather Brings Slime Mold to Lawns
Slime mold on turf can appear quickly. The mold looks darker from a distance. It can be removed by …
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Mealybugs in Vineyards Growers that have vineyards affected by mealybugs should confirm what species of mealybugs they have. This is …
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