Growers and seed distributors had a field day Tuesday at the Enza Zaden seed breeding and field trials facility near Myakka City, Florida. The main attraction was the watermelon trials that include new varieties being tested and introduced into the market. Other trials added great flavor to the day’s tour and discussions, with multiple plots for bell peppers, mature green …
Identify and Get Rid of Pesky Garden Critters
Cathy Isom has a few interesting ways to help you identify and get rid of a pesky garden critter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Aphids are interesting creatures which can wreak havoc on your garden. They are usually small green bugs with a soft body. Different species of aphids can be a variety of colors such as …
Georgia: Not Just Peaches and Peanuts
Inaugural tour introduces variety of Georgia Grown products, featuring site tours and gourmet meals. Georgia Grown, the marketing and economic development program of the Georgia Department of Agriculture, wants everyone to know that the state produces more than just peaches and peanuts. That’s why Georgia Grown is hosting international and national media guests, grocery buyer executives, state officials and culinary …
Charleston Gray Watermelon Sequenced
Summertime is quickly approaching, and Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their university colleagues are reporting on genomics research on a traditional summer treat, watermelon. In a long-term study, researchers explored the genetics of “Charleston Gray,” a watermelon variety that was introduced to the public in 1954 by ARS. Watermelon has a long history in the United States and a …
Climbing Vegetables You Can Grow in a Limited Space
Cathy Isom tells you about some of the best climbing vegetables for a garden with limited space. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. You can grow so many great vegetables vertically, even if you have very little space. All you need is a wall, a trellis, or wire supports, for your crops to travel. Some of the best …
Why Create a Window Box Garden
Cathy Isom lets you know why you should consider creating your own window box garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For anyone wanting to grow a garden with limited space, a vacant window is a great place to have a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs in window boxes. The idea is to choose items which will …
Growing a Grafted Multi-Fruit Tree
Have you ever wanted to grow more than one type of fruit on a single tree? Cathy Isom has a few tips about growing a grafted multi-fruit tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A tree that can grow multiple types of fruit is a magical thing to see! And it all boils down to the art of …
Growing Your Own Persimmons
It’s time to think about planting some trees. Cathy Isom lets you know about growing your own Persimmons. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When it comes to growing your very own Persimmons, here are some varieties to consider: Japanese Persimmons and American Persimmons. Persimmons do well in southern climates, but there are varieties out there that are …
How to Grow Your Own Lemon Tree
Cathy Isom has a few tips for you about how to grow your very own Lemon tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With the right care, lemon trees can thrive in most homes anywhere in the world. Lemons are one of the most widely used citrus fruits in the world. They’re also packed full of nutrients such …
Growing Organic Products
The U.S. peanut market has recognized that organic peanuts could be in future developments. And in a story from Tyron Spearman, Americans are now spending more than $21 billion on organic consumer packaged goods. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember …