Trees will soon be losing leaves and, in some situations, problems will become apparent. The symptoms are those of black knot, a disease caused by the fungus Apiosporina morbosa. The fungus affects members of the genus, Prunus, primarily plum, and prune. Cherries, peaches, and apricots can also be affected but not normally to a costly … Read more
Many progressive produce growers are jumping at the chance to grow different crops that will earn them more profit and help feed the world. North Carolina State University’s Mountain Research Station in Waynesville, N.C., hopes to offer growers more crops they can grow with confidence and, at the same time, improve their bottom line. Extension … Read more
In today’s world, the words “natural” and “organic” are more popular than ever before in the business landscape. While consumers link these concepts to healthier products and less damaging business practices for our planet, entrepreneurs link them to increased sales and more profit. All industries are now experiencing an increasing demand for natural and organic … Read more
If you love to get outside and work with plants while playing in the dirt, then you probably hate it when it is too cold outside or the weather is not optimal enough for you to get your organic plants planting the right way. If this is you, then you may want to look into … Read more
It is easy to neglect the trees in your garden and just assume they will grow naturally. In most cases, trees will grow on their own with little intervention – especially if the tree is indigenous. However, that does not mean that you should consider the services of a tree surgeon at least once a … Read more