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Why you need CCTV cameras on your farm

October 14, 2020February 10, 2019 by Growing Magazine

Whether it is your home or your business, you can never have too much security. In the world of today, there is a large number of possibilities when it comes to thievery, burglary, break-ins, and abuse. Improved locks, burglar alarms, security gates, and guard dogs are all at your disposal to try and make your … Read more

This Blackberry System May Really Prove Useful for the Southeast Growers

January 31, 2019 by Growing Magazine

The Southeast berry growers may not have a useful alternative trellis system to improve their blackberry production. The researchers compared the rotating cross-arm (RCA) trellis system with a standard T-trellis system. At the moment, it is mostly growers in colder climates who use RCA. However, some in the Southeast found that it can benefit them … Read more

The Use and Benefits of Topsoil and Companies Delivering Topsoil

January 28, 2019 by David D. Conner

You are of course familiar with soil, but you may not know that there are different types of soils that are not equal when it comes to planting a wide variety of things, such as grass, plants, and trees. The top few inches of soil is called the topsoil. Topsoil is the active layer of decaying materials that contain the majority of nutrients that are needed in order for plants to grow. High-quality topsoil is normally quite porous and it is able to keep the water in. Hence, it will reach the roots quicker, even if they are deep enough to penetrate the lower layer of soil, which is known as the subsoil. The use and benefit of topsoil are that it has the ability to retain necessary nutrients which sustain the plant life. The nutrients stored in the topsoil increase a quite healthy growth and it also gives the plant a stronger root structure. Good topsoil provides a place for plants to prosper, even in harsh conditions. Keep in mind that a lack of topsoil can destroy many plants.

Are you familiar with Purslane?

January 28, 2019 by Growing Magazine

This is a succulent and leafy vegetable, very rich in omega-3s and melatonin. It is also said to be one of Mahatma Gandhi’s favorite foods. In the USA however, it is widely considered a weed. It is high time to put this highly nutritious plant on the plates instead of compost piles.

How to Deal with Russet Mites?

January 25, 2019 by Growing Magazine

Russet mites belong to the eriophyid family of mites, and between around 100 plant-specific species, is among the hardest to detect. A single mite is too tiny to be seen by the naked human eye. They need magnification of 10x and higher. Since they are so microscopic, they can be a huge threat for your garden without you even realizing. These plant pests leave no webs or secretions., and the visible damage the first indication of their presence.