Commercial product, education and entertainment Queen Creek Olive Mill, Queen Creek, Ariz., (www.queencreekolivemill.com) just outside Phoenix, owned by Perry and Brenda Rea, is a working olive farm producing extra virgin olive oil that is sold commercially and chosen by numerous upscale restaurants throughout the Valley of the Sun. At the same time, the working farm … Read more
Succulents are more popular than ever. There are countless different types available, providing a practically unlimited choice in terms of color, shape, and style. Different succulents can be combined together to create a dazzling display for your garden. Alternatively, you can also grow them indoors, using them to bring a natural element into your home. … Read more
Pests are detrimental to strawberry and blueberry crops. Not only will they destroy the crop, but they will also harm your profits. Here are 10 pests to watch out for. Strawberry Pests 1. Strawberry bud weevil Strawberry bud weevils are reddish brown and are about 1/10 to 1/8 inches long. The female bud weevils chew … Read more
This year, growers of summer squash can choose from a plethora of standard varieties. They can also select from introductions bred with improved fruit quality and various squash types new to their markets, as well as numerous varieties with disease packages. Traditionally bred, genetically engineered and certified organic seeds are also available. Resistance to certain … Read more
Like an athlete who struggles against a tough competitor, weeds compete in strawberry fields, and often are victorious, much to the detriment of growers. “Weed competition of course can damage strawberries, but due to the value of the crop, weeds aren’t left to compete,” said Steve Fennimore, a Cooperative Extension specialist in the Department of … Read more