Tag: spring
Soybeans planted May 1 through mid-May resulted in better yield
Soybeans planted too early when soil conditions were not adequate resulted in bean leaf beetle defoliation and frost damage.
April showers bring wetlands and aquatic species to life
In the spring, small amphibians like frogs, toads and salamanders migrate to vernal pools to breed.
Reliable signs that spring is here
As exasperating as fluctuating temperatures are to us, they can really wreak havoc on migratory birds.
Plant onion sets and seed potatoes now
Learn how to grow onion sets and why you should plant seed potatoes instead of potatoes from the supermarket.
Gear up for planting season with these tips
It may be too cold now, but this is a good time to get ready for planting.
Mother Nature is surely in charge
Mother Nature sure knows how to play a cruel April Fools' joke. Following a week of sunshine, greening pastures and blooming flowers, rain, snow and howling winds attacked most of Ohio the beginning of April.
Spring weeds: Dandelion tea, salad and lotion bars
Although most people consider dandelions weeds, the plant has been used as food and medicine for hundreds of years.
Morel mushroom hunting tips
The guide to morel hunting, cleaning and cooking morel mushrooms for backyard farmers.
Celebrating spring’s arrival with grandma’s egg sandwiches
When I see that the peeps are in at the local Tractor Supply, I bust out the garden tools and gumboots, start surfing the internet for picnic food recipes and begin planning my tiny garden. Ah, spring.
Around the web this week: March 20
From the arrival of eaglets in Washington, D.C. to programmable produce, here are seven news stories from around the web this week.
