Wednesday, October 28, 2026
garden tools and fall leaves

It's time to start preparing our gardens for winter. Use these tips to make next year's vegetable and herb gardening easier and more fruitful.
impatiens

Getting the most out of annuals year after year requires choosing the right plants, finding the right location and using the proper planting techniques.
blackberries, raspberries, blueberries

This summer, take advantage of the variety of the fresh fruits and vegetables available at farmers markets, roadside stands and in grocery stores.

There are two ways to preserve food: using a boiling water canner or using a pressure canner.
basket of vegetables

As the first official day of spring quickly approaches, the thought of fresh fruits and vegetables comes to mind in anticipation of a new growing season.
black walnut

Learn how to pick an ideal planting site, choose viable seeds and ensure seed germination to successfully grow a walnut tree from seed.
stink bug

Stink bugs are a major problem for farmers and can also be a nuisance for homeowners.
green tomatoes

The almanac warns frost is overdue. Vegetable growers are harvesting those last few warm weather crops before it’s too late.
spotted lanternflies

The spotted lanternfly has been found near Ohio's borders. Learn more about the spotted lanternfly, where it's spread in the U.S. and how to identify it.
agaricus bisporus

Beware of the dangers of foraging from or near contaminated locations and learn how to look for signs of pollution before foraging.