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What is the new Kiku Apple and is it sweet?

January 21, 2019 by Growing Magazine

A completely new apple variety is set to come to the USA market. It is expected to become a fan favorite among the sweet apple lovers. Meet the Kiku apple, a Fuji sport. Columbia Marketing International (CMI) introduced it to the American marketplace. Kiku apples are being grown by Applewood Orchards Inc. in Deerfield, MI, … Read more

What Are the Best and Easiest to Grow Corn Varieties?

January 21, 2019 by Growing Magazine

Corn varieties are many. When you are choosing a corn variety, flavor and adaptability to the climate of your garden are to put to considerations. Three types of fresh-eating sweet corn exist, and they are grouped by flavor. These are standard corn, sugary enhanced corn, and super sweet corn. Let us see how they are different:

Are the Giant African Land Snails Finally Gone from Florida?

June 8, 2022January 21, 2019 by Growing Magazine

Not long ago, South Florida was overflowing with giant African land snails. This exotic pets is feeds on more than 500 different of plants and causes damage to plaster and stucco. Furthermore, it also carries a parasitic nematode, which often leads to meningitis in humans. The voracious mollusk was first discovered in Miami-Dade County nearly … Read more

Indoor Vegetables from a Growbox

January 22, 2019January 17, 2019 by Growing Magazine

The growing health awareness of many consumers is currently leading to the emergence of a new trend, especially in cities: the planting of vegetables within your own four walls. This is made possible by the development of growboxes. These are practical if you live in a high-rise housing estate and the balcony is only so big that you can sit and have a barbecue more or less comfortably with two people on it.

How To Improve The Energy Efficiency of Livestock Buildings

October 14, 2020January 15, 2019 by Growing Magazine

Improving the energy efficiency of your farm can help you save money while at the same time minimizing your energy usage. This information on livestock buildings is only one aspect of improving efficiency. For additional tips and information on other related topics, check out the links to other articles in this series that are included … Read more