Vegetables Archives - Page 9 of 18

Fun In The Sun

March 28, 2020October 10, 2018 by Growing Magazine

Preventing overexposure and sunburn Late last year, Time magazine released its annual list of top inventions. You may not need the number one pick, a retail DNA test (on which you can learn more here), and you may not have the funds for its runner-up, the $100,000 sporty electric Tesla Roadster, but chances are, number 44, … Read more

Keller’s Farmstand Grows in Chicagoland

October 10, 2018 by Growing Magazine

Although Illinois is best known for its vast corn and soybean fields, Keller’s Farmstand (http://www.kellersfarmstand.com), Oswego, Illinois, owned by Frank Keller IV, has brought the Keller farming operation full circle to include vegetable production. The business has revolved around the idea of a profitable operation based on the simple principle that local food is fresher … Read more

HIGH TUNNELS HELP SOUTHERN GROWERS

October 8, 2018 by Growing Magazine

As high tunnels are used more and more by growers and the optimal growing techniques are developed and tested by scientists, it becomes easier for potential users to evaluate their place on the farm. Take a look at some experiences and research projects here in the South to determine if high tunnels are right for your operation.

Weeds in Squash

June 8, 2022September 1, 2018 by Growing Magazine

Growing robust squash not only provides a bountiful harvest but helps grow a large enough canopy to overshadow pesky weeds. Jonathan Schultheis, a North Carolina State University Extension specialist, indicated that weed plants such as pigweed, lambsquarter, cocklebur and ragweed can invade squash plants if these weeds’ growth is too great. Control Schultheis suggested growers … Read more

Weeds in Carrots

September 27, 2018August 18, 2018 by Growing Magazine

Weeds in a carrot crop can quickly overtake the crop. If not controlled, these weeds can compete with nutrients, light and water, said Greg MacDonald, an Extension weed scientist with the University of Georgia. Not controlling weeds can result in crowding out carrot vines. Weeds in Carrots Read about: Insect-Infested Carrots Too many weeds impact not only … Read more