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Soil Test Basics: Why and How to Take a Soil Test

Crops & Gardening
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Nothing is more critical to the success of a garden than its soil. Learn why soil tests are so beneficial and get tips on how to properly conduct a soil test.

Consider These Options to Buy the Right Tiller for You

Crops & Gardening | Equipment |
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If you plan to put in a garden, a soil tiller is a great machine to have in your shed. Here are a few things to consider when shopping for a soil tiller.

“The Wildcrafting Brewer” Makes Complex Concepts Fun & Accessible

Crops & Gardening | News | Recipes |
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Pascal Baudar, appealing to veterans as well as beginners, covers the essentials of foraging for wild ingredients to make wine, beer, soda and mead.

Flat or Curly Parsley: Which Is Best for Your Farm?

Crops & Gardening
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Parsley is an easy to grow herb that deserves a place in every garden. But is flat or curly parsley a better choice for you? Learn what separates the two.

The Crocus Is a Beautiful Way to Help Our Bees in Early Spring

Beekeeping | Crops & Gardening |
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The onset of spring can be quick, and our bees become active as soon as the weather allows. The crocus helps them while providing us with gorgeous colors.

4 Herbs You Can Find During a Winter Forage

Crops & Gardening
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Forage for edibles when it's cold outside? Sure. Here's a guide on how to spot these winter herbs and what you can do with them.

7 Tips on Weeds and Weeding for Lazy Growers

Crops & Gardening
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These concepts involve strategizing against weeds so they never gain traction in your garden. They help you avoid hand weeding.

12 Tips for Starting Pepper Seeds

Crops & Gardening
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Starting your own pepper seeds is fun, but it isn't always easy. Follow our 12 tips for starting pepper seeds to make the job manageable and successful.

How to Read a Seed Packet: What the Details Reveal

Crops & Gardening
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Learning how to read a seed packet reveals important data to help you become a successful grower. Our guide walks you through it all.

Purple Reign: The Joy & Value of Growing Lavender

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Lavender is an easy-to-grow, high-value crop that offers an excellent return on investment. Here are basics on lavender and how to grow it for profit.

The Many Ways to Market Fresh Basil

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Basil is a fairly reliable crop, and it figures into a lot of different recipes. Here are several ways you can make basil more attractive to customers.

Do You Need Weed-Control Without Chemicals? Try Flame Weeders

Crops & Gardening
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Flame weeders are not miniature flame throwers that set plants afire. Rather, the flame damages weeds enough to destroy their cellular structure.

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