A few pests can create problems for corn growers. Crows and other birds may peck the ground and steal the seeds before or as they germinate. Use a row cover secured with pins, soil, or rocks to ...

The most effective gardening advice available right now was written before your great-grandmother was born. Gardeners who’ve gone back to the methods in the Old Farmer’s Almanac, which was first ...

Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas cactus are related plants that are all extremely easy to propagate. When you trim these plants up to encourage more blooms or to neaten leggy stems, save a few of ...

Growing corn yourself will give you the sweetest, freshest ears, and all you need is a sunny spot. Growing corn in your garden isn’t difficult with warm weather, lots of sun, and plenty of space.

Matt Bennett with AgMarket.Net says there's a report from China that says the talks by trade officials prior to the summit in ...

Don't throw out last year's unused seeds. Many if not most will still be viable, especially if stored in cool, dry conditions.

Grains futures all made new highs for the move in the overnight session but could not hold on to gains during the day says Garrett Toay of AgTrader Talk with a pick up in farmer selling.

As planting season approaches, gardeners everywhere are contemplating ways to improve their landscapes. Spirea is a remarkably versatile, low-maintenance shrub prized for its graceful, arching or ...

Young farmers face record-high land costs and aging owners. Some are beating the odds through diversification and innovation.

21 Spruce St., Providence, 401-621-3618, casertapizzeria.com, is a taste of home for many Rhode Islanders. Here, cheese is a topping, not standard on your pizza. That's your ordering tip. The hearty ...

Smithfield Foods's move raises questions for both Sioux Falls and South Dakota residents, especially for those familiar with the company's long history and deep impact in the area.