Everett Griner talks about urban farming just another way to grow food in today’s Agri View. Urban Farming There is a new term for small vegetable production. At least it is new to me. Urban farming. It is directed at small plots of land within the city. I mean small lots. Less than one-quarter acre. It is a way to …
Celebrating National Celery Month
Cathy Isom has us celebrating a vegetable that’s also known as one of the world’s healthiest foods. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating National Celery Month March is National Celery Month. And if you’re not aware of just what this hearty vegetable can do for you, this is the month to find out. Celery is high in …
Superfoods Grown in Your Home Garden
In planning your garden, Cathy Isom tells us about some superfoods you can grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Superfoods Grown in Your Home Garden Super foods have supreme nutritive value, but also, if grown in the garden, they can be eaten fresh and at the height of their power. Not only good for our bodies, …
Agri View: Healthy Eating
Everett Griner talks about healthy eating, something few Americans properly do, in today’s Agri View. Healthy Eating OK, how much fruit and vegetables do you eat eat each day? Not enough? Well, the Center for Disease Control recently did a very new study. Based on what they found out the vast majority of Americans fall way short of the recommended …
Keep Your New Year’s Resolution with Green Juice
Everyone makes a New Year’s Resolution. Cathy Isom helps keep those of us that made one about staying healthy, and on a diet by telling us about a day devoted to getting your greens. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Keep Your New Year’s Resolution with Green Juice January 26th is National Green Juice Day. A food holiday …
How to Build Your Own Tomato Cages
If you would like the very best tasting tomatoes you can grow, Cathy Isom has a few great tips about how to build your own tomato cages. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How to Build Your Own Tomato Cages There is no better taste than your own home grown tomatoes. So why not give your garden the …
Alabama Fruit Growers Understand Managing Cold Weather
Alabama fruit producers are keeping their eyes on the thermometers, but professionals with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System say producers are used to dealing with cold weather. Dr. Edgar Vinson, an Alabama Extension fruit specialist who works closely with the state’s peach producers, said most are not worried about the frigid weather. “This season’s cold weather has kept peaches and …
Veggies, Flowers, Herbs to Plant in January
It is time to start thinking about the vegetable garden. Cathy Isom tells us about the best veggies, flowers, and herbs to plant in January. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Veggies, Flowers, Herbs to Plant in January The weather may be cool but if you’re itching to get the garden going, you’re in luck. January is a …
Agri View: Black Eyed Peas and Tradition
Everett Griner talks about Black Eyed peas and the New Years tradition in today’s Agri View. Black Eyed peas on New Year’s Day is an old tradition. Black Eyed Peas and Tradition It was back in the great depression back in the 1930’s, each pea in the pot represented a dollar in the upcoming year. Whether you are superstitious or …
Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference is Underway
The Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference kicked off today with exhibitor set up and a few educational sessions. AgNet Media Founder and President Gary Cooper caught up with Charles Hall, executive director of the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association, to discuss this year’s event. Hear Hall’s comments below: Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …