A Long Hot Summer
We've had a busy time of it over the last few months. Beavering away in our Somerset eyrie seemed surreal as the rest of the world stopped, and it feels like we're only now coming up for air.
It has been - well - challenging. As a mostly online business we've been in a much better place than many, but we've had some stressful times. I've needed my botanical walks with Woody, our Sealyham terrier (you can see all the photos on our Instagram account)!.
There were obvious problems over the summer. Our bigger orders collapsed, but everyone headed out into the garden to dig ponds or make meadows. So we had lots of smaller orders to fulfill. The systems at some of our growers couldn't cope, but we were able to work around that. The garden was full of pond plants for most of the summer, which was interesting. We had to find 10,000 seed envelopes from thin air. Our suppliers were generally fab, though. Other online businesses were not so lucky - ironically, several will find it difficult to recover from the reputational damage done as they struggled to meet demand and deal with the difficulties of disrupted supply and delivery networks.
Where Have All The Flowers Gone?
Not only has there been a surge in demand from gardeners, but there have been growing issues with supply.
This hasn't just been our problem. I had an odd call a couple of weeks' ago from a buyer at a large seed merchant - the UK's volume leader in wildflower seeds. He wanted to know where we sourced our seed as they were running out of stock...
I was very happy to tell him - promoting our harvesters and growers is part of what we do, and public knowledge - but it was an interesting moment!
A little while ago Kew asked a market research company to analyse the UK wildflower seed market. The results were comical. The researchers couldn't understand where the seed was coming from; they had contacted the producers here (I would say there are probably only 6 or 7 "major" producers in the UK, so not difficult) and added up all their production, and it came to a fraction of the total seed sold here.
This came as no surprise to everyone in the business, though. The majority of wildflower seed sold here comes from Europe, where it's much easier to find and harvest and process or grow.
The same is true across the board - not just seed, but a whole range of plants, not just ornamentals. We've lost most of our growing nurseries across the board, so depend on imports of fruit trees and "native" plants too, for example. Customers are stunned when they realise just how few people in the UK are growing plants for sale on a commercial basis. Ahead of January 1st, when it will be much more difficult to import from the EU, there will almost certainly be significant shortages and price rises.*
We're affected by Brexit too, because we are squeezed by larger retailers switching to sourcing plants and seeds from UK growers/harvesters. It's looking possible we won't have many plants for sale past January, missing out on two month's of sales. Our regular suppliers weren't able to allocate us the stock we needed this year. Looking out to 2021/22, because all the smaller plants will have been sold this season, we'll be looking at selling smaller sizes only. I've bought in as much seed as I can for spring, but really need more. We'll be competing with all sorts of odd retailers for wildflower seed in the summer, I'm sure.
Paying The Price
The horticultural trade has bigger issues than Brexit, too. It's had the same unhappy experience as the food industry, which for most of us is a more familiar tale of woe. Like it or not, consumer choice has been predominantly price driven. I despair of comments like this in online gardening forums: Look at this Apple tree/orchid/houseplant/rose/etc bought today from Aldi/Lidl/Ikea/etc for 50p!
Over time consumers, consequently, lose sight of the real cost of production. For producers this means a never ending cycle of falling margins and prices, and desperate efforts at yield enhancement, often through introducing environmentally unfriendly means. There's no money for investment in the business - no new glass or weeding systems. Old IT systems start failing and business resilience is poor - which we saw at first hand over the summer.
Growers and sellers of plants / seed aren't just vulnerable to one off events; things are also getting trickier due to climate change. The bare root planting season continues to get shorter as autumn warms up. This year's dry spring meant many plants didn't put on enough growth to meet size requirements. Some seed is in very short supply; yields of Rhinanthus minor, Yellow rattle, a key meadow species, were down something like 70% this year. We had to ask people to pay £260/kg for it, but I have seen prices over £500/kg. Ridiculous.
Home Grown Please
The shortages and price rises we're seeing might have a silver lining in the longer term though. I've seen no evidence of it yet, but surely they must lure some younger people into growing and harvesting, even with the challenges they will face.
We've been promoting plants with UK origin and provenance for years - it's our USP. Growing our own plants rather than importing them is good news in terms of biosecurity, and, for native plants, genetic diversity, resilience and local ecosystems.
Supply will take a few years to catch up with demand, particularly increasing demand - plants take a while to grow. Some - like Yellow Rattle - might just disappear from sale for a while. My hunch is enthusiasts and local non-profit organisations will fill part of the interim vacuum, and that natural regeneration and changes in land management, rather than planting or seeding, will become much more of the mix. Not such a bad thing, but if you need any plants this bare root season you'd better buy them now. Interesting times.
* From January, EU plant imports will be have to have a phytosanitary (health) certificate, pre-notification submitted by the importer in England, Scotland or Wales, documentary and identity checks, and a physical inspection. Good for biosecurtiy, but costly and potentially time consuming.


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It's Germany’s favorite time of the year – Spargelzeit! An official asparagus season has opened on April 12th and runs through June 24th.
Photo by: Waldemar Brandt, Unsplash
We put together a list of all-things-Spargel to spark your appetite for this delicate vegetable and enjoy while it’s in season.
Have you wondered why it is white? Farmers pile a thick mound of dirt over the white asparagus or cover it with black plastic to ensure that not a single ray of sunlight hits the spears, a process that is known as etiolation. Therefore, the white asparagus is not exposed to sunlight and doesn't produce chlorophyll.
Growing white asparagus is an intensive process that takes at least three years until the first harvest.
Asparágus officinalis L. is the edible shoot of the cultivated plant in the taxonomic family Asparagaceae with over 300 species. Crazy, but it is closely related to the Lily (Liliaceae)
Asparagus shoots can grow 5 to 7 cm per day in warm weather.
There’s an Asparagus Queen chosen every year in various regions of Germany. Here’s one from Beelitz, chosen last two years in a row.
German McDonald’s offers ‘Spargel Burger’ in the springtime.
Despite the fact that white asparagus is more loved, the green variety is richer in vitamins and is easier to cook, since you only have to cut the ends and not peel it meticulously like you do with the white.
Germany has divided asparagus into strict (but, of course!) quality classes, which (from thicker and most expensive to thinner and good-for soups and students) are Extra, Handelsklasse I (HK I) and Handelsklasse II (HK II).
Even though the classic recipe of asparagus with ham and boiled potatoes is quite easy to make at home, Berlin restaurants experiment every year and offer various Spargelmenü. We like seasonal deliveries from Laurbeer and Borchardt.
As asparagus grows well on the lean soil of Brandenburg region, the area south of Berlin is the perfect asparagus country with Beelitz as its unofficial capital.
Asparagus is purely hand-harvested. Mechanization has not worked because a broken asparagus shoot has very little value.
Select growers around Brandenburg specialize in environmentally friendly asparagus, but, unfortunately, not many are workers friendly. As a buzzkill, asparagus farms employ mostly seasonal workers from Romania and Poland, and now even from Georgia. The lucky ones receive minimum wage (€9.50/hour), while on some farms, the pay is dependent on the volume of the harvest.
If you are up for getting out of the city and buying fresh from a farmer, we suggest these Spargelhöfe around Brandenburg.
While we encourage you to enjoy Spargelzeit, please do so consciously, buy only in season and savor every bite!


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The Bluegrass Farmers Market has lost the lease on the Richmond Road lot that it has used for the past eight years, market spokeswoman Karin Rasmussen said.
The market, which sells Kentucky-grown vegetables, fruits, meats, honey and more, has to find a new spot before the season opens April 18, she said.
The space needs to be zoned for business and big enough for at least 25 farmers plus parking for customers from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Rasmussen said.
"We'd like to stay in the Richmond Road corridor," she said. "We bring customers in to any place we are in, if stores are open. ... It's a shame to lose our big spot. And we've got four or five new farmers waiting to come on board. Our farmers work very hard, and our customers appreciate us."
The market has a site at Azur Restaurant in Beaumont Centre, but the space isn't big enough to accommodate everyone, she said.
A search committee has been formed to evaluate potential sites and has looked at several, but nothing has come together yet. Folks with potential locations can contact the market at email@example.com.
Bluegrass Farmers Market is separate from the Lexington Farmers Market, which sets up downtown on Saturdays and at various other locations during the growing season, including on Southland Drive and at the corner of Maxwell Street and South Broadway. The difference is that those who sell at the Bluegrass Farmers Market are all members of the Kentucky Proud program and sell only locally grown produce.
Rasmussen said Lexington is big enough to support more than one farmers market.
"We have a steady customer base," she said. "We'd like to find a bigger place; we'd like to grow."


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Citizens Energy Group recommends people conserve the amount of water they use now to help prevent water restrictions later if drought conditions continue.
Currently, they are pulling water from two reservoirs and the central canal. While it did rain in some areas Thursday, it has not made a significant impact.
Holsapple said recently, 40 percent of the amount of water used was to irrigate lawns. She said that equaled about 88 million gallons of water used on lawns.
The department has not issued restrictions, but Holsapple said they have been giving out suggestions. She said they have been for several months, anticipating there would not be too much rain.
“We knew there was a dry summer forecasted and so we wanted to try to get ahead of that,” Holsapple said.
Citizens Energy Group recommends people water their lawn between 4 to 7a.m. or after 9 p.m. once a week.
“What we don’t want to see is people watering their lawn at noon when the water is going to evaporate anyway,” Holsapple said.
If you have a garden, Citizens Energy Group asks people to be conservative, watering as well. Holsapple said the department is hopeful people will change their watering habits, in order to prevent restrictions being issued later on.
“If we don’t get any rain for several more weeks (and) if water usage continues to stay at a level that it is, we can potentially go into the second tier, which is where we could be asking for voluntary restrictions,” Holsapple said.
Steve Priller who lives in Indianapolis and has a garden in his backyard said he has been watering his garden twice a day for 30 minutes each time. He said he made that decision three to four weeks ago because it has not rained.
“In the past, (I) watered once or twice a week because we’ve always had rain before. This has been rather bad this year,” Priller said.
Priller said he would not like to see water restrictions, but if it got to that point he would prefer staggered days.
“If they say 'no water', I’m going to go to that swimming pool over there and drain it and put it on my garden. He wouldn’t care much for that,” Priller laughed.
According to Holsapple, they have been working with experts at Purdue University and irrigation experts who have said an inch of water once a week is plenty for your grass.
Citizens Energy Group urges people to conserve water during drought


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Golf (Scramble Format) with lots of prizes!
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Range Open prior to start of golf.
Lunch prior to golf and Dinner and awards at reception after golf.
Come meet and get to know the researchers and those most committed to the future of the turfgrass industry here in Wisconsin.
Event is being held at Kenosha CC on 10/1/18.
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Russia agreed to extend a Ukraine grain export deal by 60 days after talks with UN representatives in Geneva on Monday.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin announced the decision in a statement after leading a delegation to meet UN officials headed by Rebeca Grynspan, secretary-general of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, and Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths.
Russia “does not object to another extension of the ‘Black Sea Initiative’ after its second term expiration on March 18, but only for 60 days,” Vershinin said. “Our further stance will be determined upon the tangible progress on normalization of our agricultural exports, not in words, but in deeds.”
The deal signed in July 2022 and brokered by the United Nations and Türkiye allowed Ukraine, one of the world’s key wheat producers and exporters, to ship food and fertilizer from three of its Black Sea ports.
The agreement has allowed the exports of 24 million metric tons of grain, and over 1,600 secure vessel voyages through the Black Sea, with 55 percent of food exports going to developing countries, according to the UN website.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pushed for the extension of the agreement during meetings with Ukrainian leaders in Kiev last week. On Monday, he reaffirmed that the United Nations remains fully committed to the Black Sea Grain Initiative, as well as to efforts to facilitate the export of Russian food and fertilizer, according to a UN release.


The Flower Sprout, also known as BrusselKale in the U.S., is a cross between Brussels sprouts and kale and is gaining popularity. As of the beginning of November, this super food will be available in various European supermarkets. Robin Bartels, from Tozer Seeds, says that their growing area is increasing annually, "We thought we were dealing with a niche product, but it is becoming widely popular."
"We really could not have imagined the growth we are seeing now," continues Robin. "In England the product is widely known and available in every supermarket. We are seeing demand increase in other countries as well, such as Norway, Sweden, Germany, France, Spain and Switzerland. In addition, we see a lot of potential in the Netherlands and Belgium. The marketing process differs per market because, for example, in one market the product may sell quicker than in another market. Some people first want to see that other retailers have it before they put it on their own shelves."
Flower Sprout at Fruit Attraction. 173 acres
In Europe they have a total of 173 acres, "With the most being grown in England. After which comes Belgium and the Netherlands and smaller growing areas in other European countries. The super food is grown between November and March, and this will increase in the coming years. We have several varieties: early, mid- and late. A new variety may be added in the future so that we can extend the season." Robin is not disappointed that the super food is no longer a niche product, "The price will remain at a good level as long as there is demand."
Tasting at Fruit Attraction
This year the Flower Sprout was available to taste for the first time at Fruit Attraction. On Thursday October 29th at 'Fruit Fusion' cooks showed how the Flower Sprout could be used in the kitchen. Since last week the Flower Sprout has a new website with information on the product and various recipes. The Flower Sprout is a real winter vegetable, but it is also very versatile, and can even be used in a salad. Check out the new website: www.flower-sprout.com
For more information:Robin BartelsTozer Seeds
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High-Yield Vegetable Gardening: Grow More of What You Want in the Space You Have
You will not think your eyes when you see the size of your harvest! In High-Yield Vegetable Gardening, writers Colin McCrate and also Brad Halm show how you could make your food garden far more effective, no matter how big or little it is. You'll learn their tricks for preparing the soil, choosing as well as revolving your plants, and mapping out a certain personalized plan making one of the most of your area as well as your growing period. Packed with the graphes, tables, timetables, and also worksheets you require– along with record-keeping pages so you could duplicate your successes next year– this publication is a necessary device for the serious gardener.


Onion prices continue to rise in several parts of the country. The prices of the onions have reached Rs 80-110/kg. Recently, a truck carrying onions worth Rs 20 lakh was stolen. Several budget hotels have also stopped the usage of onions in food preparations. State-owned MMTC has placed order for import of 11,000 MT of onions from Turkey. Onions will begin arriving from late December or early January.


Eco Agro Resources (EAR) and Hocking International Laboratories (HIL) announced a joint venture that adds HIL agricultural products to the EAR portfolio and locates manufacturing of existing EAR nitrogen stabilizer products at the HIL network of strategically located production facilities. Eco Agro Resources was formed in 2013 and sells enhanced efficiency fertilizer products. Hocking International was established in 1976 and is a leading chemical company with manufacturing expertise and world-class facilities strategically located around the country.
Andrew Semple, chief executive officer for Eco Agro Resources explains how the joint venture helps grow the business. "The arrangement immediately increases production capacity to meet the rapidly growing demand for our unique nitrogen stabilizer products N YIELD and N-BOUND. Our joint venture with Hocking International provides world class manufacturing capacity, starting at 3 million gallons per year with additional scale up capacity available without delay. Semple says. "It also permits further expansion of our product line with N-STILL slow release nitrogen and expertise to help us scale up production of PHOS GAIN phosphorus enhancer.
In addition, EAR gains additional agricultural products from HIL to expand its product offerings into micronutrients and additional performance enhancing products. For HIL, the JV helps further penetrate the agricultural markets and increase utilization of existing production capacity.
Doug Hocking, chief executive officer for Hocking International Laboratories observes, "A transaction of this magnitude is certainly something for all parties to get excited about. This new venture is going to accelerate full production potential for both EcoAgro Resources and Hocking International as well as facilitate maximum exposure for both organizations. Because our companies share the same values holding Respect, Integrity and Quality products in the highest regard, our clients will have a perfectly-rounded experience receiving the highest quality service. Moreover, Semple and his team will play an integral role in aiding us to reach the agricultural market more effectively. Hocking adds, "This relationship allows both organizations to leverage their strengths in a mutually beneficial business structure. Hocking International specializes in the manufacturing processes, while Eco Agro Resources provides the sales and marketing team together with clients in 14 countries to ensure worldwide distribution.
The EAR production campaign for the 2015 season will soon be underway at the JV facilities. Shipments will begin before the end of 2014.


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This week I have heard several complaints about this summer in the UK. Whilst I agree that it wasn’t a patch on last year regarding high temperatures I can’t agree that it’s been a bad year for gardens. Here’s why:
My shrubs and perennials have performed exactly as I expected. We have had loads of flowers and now the fruits are ripening. There are apples, damsons and blackberries for us plus rose hips and all manner of seeds for the wildlife. The fruit is lovely but without doubt the stars of our garden this year have been the annuals, some hardy, others tender.
I’ve been taking a few photos in the sunshine this morning and the colours are still vibrant and summery.
To say that I am thrilled to bits with my annual flowers is an understatement. They have been brilliant all summer and now autumn is almost here some of them are still going strong. Last week several people asked me how on earth I still had Sweet Peas in bloom.
So what’s the secret?
Successional Sowing. That’s what does the trick!
- Sow in autumn for early flowers in spring.
- Sow again in early spring (March) to fill any gaps.
- Sow again in May for flowers later on in the year.
It doesn’t have to be hard work. There are many hardy annuals that you can sow directly into the soil this autumn and they will look after themselves. As long as they have the right growing conditions in a sunny spot then a few plants will produce hundreds of flowers for you next year.
Don’t just take my word for it. Garden bloggers all over the UK are singing the benefits of autumn sowing. Plants produce good root systems in autumn and winter then as soon as temperatures rise and days lengthen in spring wooosh the plants start sending out shoots and beautiful flowers.
Some annuals are particularly lovely at this time of year. Dahlias for instance and my current favourite Scabiosa atropurpurea. (Which is actually a short lived perennial grown as an annual) It’s great to have plants to extend the flowering season. Summer is drawing to a close but we don’t have to say goodbye to our flowers just yet. Woo Hoo!
I’ve cut some Scabiosa atropurpurea (actually Tall Mixed – but I just wanted the blue flowers today) to go with some Ammi visnaga in a little vase for the house. Heaven.
I hope the sun is shining wherever you are. Happy Gardening.
16 thoughts on “A good year in the garden”
Gardeners’ glasses tend to be half full, don’t they? I think it’s been a perfectly good summer and, to be honest, my patch has benefitted from the wetter weather over the last few weeks.
Yes they do Matt! I find it amazing that we all look at the same thing from different perspectives. That’s what makes us unique and life interesting though.
I agree with you on annuals. Normally I have shrubs and perennials, but almost by accident this year I grew a few nasturtiums. I also have received my annual seeds from Sarah Raven, so will try just a few this autumn, and sow again twice next year as you suggest. What a great idea, thanks for sharing.
You are welcome Noelle. I’m looking forward to seeing your photos already!
Love the color!
Thanks very much MaryLou.
Beautiful scabiosa bouquet, Gillian! Such a lovely flower. Great ‘baby boy’ arrangement for some new mother. 🙂
Oh yes Eliza. That’s a lovely idea.
I think it’ s been a great summer with plenty of sun. As you say the fruit is amazing. I have grown lots of annuals this year, I think they are really good value, giving you masses of flowers for a long period.
I’m glad you had a great summer too! Annuals are brilliant value, inexpensive and easy. Another thing I love about them is that each year you can choose a completely new colour scheme.
A timely tip regarding autumn sowing, true for many naturalistic biennials too and for many perennial ornamental grasses. Beautiful images, thank you.
Yes you’re right Kate. Now is the time! Do you have plans for growing some plants this autumn/winter?
Yes, lots of good intentions! From what I’ve read in other people’s posts I shall try autumn sowing sweet peas. Then there’s the usual batch of annual/half hardy grasses and flowers for stock plants next year and maybe a few new ones … Periscaria orientale sounds a useful filler for my sort of garden.
That sound great Kate. I am looking forward to reading all about it!
Oh dear, my experience here in South Ayrshire has been quite mixed this year. On the down side, no blossom on our two apple trees, therefore no apples to harvest. The annuals sown last autumn either drowned or froze to death because they certainly didn’t make an appearance. On the plus side, our cherry trees were smothered in blossoms and we had a bumper crop of cherries. The roses were better than ever and the annuals sown in late spring made an amazing display – all are still flowering away even now. Having learned from this year, I won’t be sowing in the annual patch until spring. Instead, I will sow some into pots to overwinter in the cold frame in the hope of an early start and maybe, just maybe, we will have a return to a more normal weather pattern.
I am so sorry you have no apples this year Elizabeth. It sounds like you really had some rough weather. The brilliant thing about gardening for me is …there’s always next year to have another go. Fingers crossed for 2016 for you!
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Fruit - raw or cooked. A bitter-sweet flavour
, tasting like an over-ripe banana
. The fruit can also be used in preserves
. The fruit is about 25mm in diameter
, it is fleshy with a number of seeds and a tough slightly bitter skin[K]. Our experience is that some trees can produce quite pleasant tasting fruits, but many others produce fruit with a distinct and unpleasant bitterness[K]. The fruit ripens in late autumn to early winter and will fail to ripe properly if the weather is very cold[K].
The branches and leaves are a source of tannin
Wood - very hard, close grained but warps when being seasoned. Used mainly for fuel
The bark is used medicinally
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Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame or in an outdoors seedbed if there is sufficient seed
. The seed must be separated from the fruit flesh since this contains germination inhibitors
. Stored seed should be cold stratified for 3 - 4 months and sown as early as possible in the year
. Scarification may also help as may a period of warm stratification before the cold stratification
. Germination, especially of stored seed, can be very slow, taking 18 months or more
. Prick out the seedlings of cold-frame sown seeds into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow the plants on for their first winter in a greenhouse, planting out in the spring after the last expected frosts.
Cuttings of half-ripe side shoots, July/August in a frame.
Cuttings of mature wood of the current year's growth, taken with a heel if possible, autumn in a cold frame. High percentage.
Layering of new growth in June/July. Takes 9 months
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An easily grown plant, it succeeds in any soil of good or moderate fertility
, ranging from acid to shallow chalk
. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Succeeds in full sun or light shade[
. Prefers semi-shade
This species is hardy to between -5 and -10°c, it grows very well in S.W. England, self-sowing and fruiting prolifically in Cornish woodland gardens and doing well by the coast where it tolerates sea winds. Plants are not hardy in the London area, being killed even when on a south-facing wall. Another report says that it succeeds as far north as Edinburgh.
Squirrels are very fond of this fruit.
This species has been known to hybridize with C. kousa, the cultivar 'Norman Hadden' could be such a hybrid.
Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
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Polycultures & Guilds
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Material uses & Functions
- Strong wind
- Maritime exposure
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In the wake of a supply drop, onion prices in India have almost doubled in the last few days. The onion, at the beginning of the year, was being sold at 25 to 30 rupees per kg (€0.28-0.33). Meanwhile, the onion price crossed Rs 60 per kg in some cities on Saturday. The reason for the hike is said to be the unseasonal rains in Maharashtra, that impacted onion prices.
Also, the onions have become expensive because of the rising petrol and diesel prices. According to the experts, the onion prices are expected to fall down only after March, when new onion yields will come into the market.
The chairperson of Lasalgaon APMC said that onion supply has also come down from South Indian markets. At the same time, there is not much supply from Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh. Likewise, the central government has also opened onion exports in January, due to which the prices have increased by Rs 1,000 per 00 kgs. He said that a new consignment of onions will start coming in March, after which prices are expected to come down.
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WKU Agriculture to host Industrial Hemp Conference and Field Day on July 12
- Wednesday, June 8th, 2016
The first 100 participants to register online will receive free registration that includes lunch. Registration is $10. The first 200 participants to register online will receive a field plot tour of industrial hemp research being conducted at WKU’s Agriculture Research and Education Complex.
The conference agenda includes updates on latest industrial hemp research from specialists at WKU, University of Kentucky and University of Tennessee. During lunch, state and federal policymakers will participate in a roundtable discussion on the future of industrial hemp.
If you wish to be a participating vendor at this conference, the cost is $50. If your company would like to sponsor this event beyond participating as a vendor, contact the WKU Department of Agriculture at (270) 745-3151.
Registration for participants and vendors as well as an agenda for the conference can be found online at http://www.wku.edu/expo/hempconference.php All participants and vendors need to pre-register online; please remember to check your lunch choice during the registration process. Registration/vendor fee payments will be taken at the door on July 12 and can be paid by check, card or cash.
Contact: Agriculture, (270) 745-3151


Gardening tasks are a lot easier to accomplish when you are using the right tool for the job. However, with so many tools and gadgets on the market, it can be confusing to know which ones are really worth your hard earned cash. Here are 10 tools every gardener with a garden shed should have.
To move dirt, lift plants, and dig holes for anything larger than seedlings, you need a good long-handled shovel. The best shovels have concave, round-pointed blades, with ample flat edges on either side of the top of the blade to rest your foot for on for leverage, and a D-shaped hand grip.
Spades are similar to long-handled garden shovels, except their blades are squared off and flat. Spades are designed for cutting rather than lifting. They are excellent if you want to make clean edges around borders and beds, cut deep roots, or create straight-sided trenches. A good spade will have similar design features to a long-handled shovel-ample resting room for your feet on each side of the top of the blade, a comfortable handle, and a strong blade.
If you want to make quick work of shallow-rooted weeds, create a furrow for planting, or break up some compacted soil, a hoe is the right tool for the job. Hoes comes in several different style variations, each designed to excel at specific tasks. The most common types of hoes are the draw or garden hoe, (a large, rectangular flat blade) and the pointed hoe (a smaller, heart-shaped blade). Look for blades that are riveted onto their handles.
Can a gardener have too many trowels? Trowels are hand shovels. Useful tools for those "down on your hands and knees" digging and planting tasks that require a greater degree of precision than a shovel or spade. They come in handy for planting bulbs, transplanting seedlings, turning over soil, and weeding small areas between plants. Trowel blades come in several widths. Narrow blades work well for digging in hard-packed soil, while wide blades have the capacity to move more dirt quickly. A good trowel will have a solid steel blade and a handle with a comfortable grip.
Leaf rakes are handy for raking leaves and for general cleaning-up of garden debris. Some are available with adjustable metal tines, which make clean up a breeze in-between plants and in narrow spaces. Look for an ergonomic handle and comfortable grip to reduce the stress on your back and hands.
These four-tined forks have shorter handles than pitchforks, and thick, rectangular-shaped tines. Garden forks are designed specifically for turning over and aerating garden soil. They work well in heavy, unbroken, or rocky soil, and can take the place of a garden spade. Look for heads made from a solid piece of forged steel.
Pruning shears are useful for deadheading and shaping plants. They are generally designed to cut stems and branches from 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch thick (larger branches require a lopping shears). When selecting a pruning shears, make sure the size and grip are comfortable by testing them in your hands. They should not be too hard to squeeze or too large or small to handle comfortably. Look for replaceable parts and sharp, heat-treated blades that are easy to remove and sharpen.
Toting around dirt, plants, tools, and debris is much easier with a wheelbarrow or garden cart. The size and depth you will need depends largely on the size of your garden. Look for stability and maneuverability.
The cost and complexity of your irrigation equipment depends largely on the climate you live in. Most gardeners can get by with a hose and a fan-type sprinkler for irrigation. For areas where the hose cannot reach, you will need a watering can. When it comes to cost, you usually get what you pay for with hoses. Look for a hose that is rated for at least 50 lbs per square inch of pressure and reinforced with mesh to prevent puncturing. Non-kinking hoses are a bonus, and if you are ever able to find once that is absolutely un-kinkable, let me know!
A traditional garden hod has a durable wooden frame and wire mesh basket. It is a handy device for carrying tools, flowers, and harvested produce to and from the garden. You don't need a traditional garden hod for these tasks. Any sturdy pail, basket, or plastic tote will do.
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Just a thought -- I just wanted to mention that there are tools made for people with arthritis problems. I bought hand pruners by Fiscars (Home Depot carries the brand) and they are so easy to use if you have hand problems. There are other "arthritis friendly" tools available too. They may cost a little more but they are so worth it! Also, I bought a long-handled grabber to pick up fallen apples, etc. It is so useful when you don't have to stoop down or bend over to pick something up. I'm not ready to give up gardening yet.
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Gelli Crug Allotments has 5 bee hives set up. The aim of the project is to engage with the local community and local schools by having open days where they can take part in the inspection of the hives and help to extract and jar up the honey. However, as the project is only in the first year we have not had all the funds to buy all the equipment needed for this venture. As a result, the Greggs funding will help to buy more bee keeping equipment such as hives, bee keeping suits, honey extractors and by setting up a 'honey extracting shed' on site at the allotment. The money will also be used to buy 'bee firendly' flowers that will be planted around the allotmentView all
This week in the HoB Community Garden we been busy with winter tasks such as forcing rhubarb, trimming hedges and digging in green manure. We have also taken delivery of two 1000 litre water containers, 12 metres of guttering and 15 sheets of corrugated bitumen. These materials will allow us to complete work on the roof of our shipping container and dramatically increase our rain water harvest. The polytunnel is beginning to come to life again after a short mid-winter break. It now plays host to forests of sprouting onions and garlic as well as gutters full of broad beans; all ready to be planted out when we get some dryer weather.


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The Southwest Quarter (SW 1/4) Section Thirty-one (31), Township Ninety-six (96) North, Range Thirty-seven (37) West of the 5th P.M., Clay County, IA (except 7.2 acre acreage).
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Tillable Acres: 141.1 ac.
Corn Base: 96.5 ac.
Corn DD/CC Yield: 123/123 bu.
Soybean Base: 43.6 ac.
Soybean DD/CC Yield: 42/42 bu.
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U.S. grains: Soy falls below US$9 on South America weather, trade doubts
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via Canadian Cattlemen - November 22, 2019
Chicago | Reuters — U.S. nearby soybean futures closed below $9 a bushel on Friday for the first time since September, pressured by improving crop weather in South America and fears that an initial U.S.-China trade deal could be pushed back to next year, analysts said.
Wheat futures ended higher, while corn settled narrowly mixed.
Chicago Board of Trade January soybeans finished down four cents at $8.97 per bushel after dipping to $8.95-1/2, the lowest spot price on a continuous chart since Sept. 30.
CBOT December wheat settled up 6-1/4 cents at $5.15-1/4 a bushel but stayed inside of Thursday’s trading range. December corn ended up 1/4 cent at $3.68-3/4 a bushel, while deferred corn contracts closed modestly lower.
Soybean futures fell for a third straight session as forecasts called for beneficial rains in crop areas of Brazil and Argentina, the world’s No. 1 and No. 3 soy producers. The United States is the No. 2 soy grower.
“Planting has moved along impressively in Brazil and Argentina. Improved weather in South America is weighing on soybeans,” said Don Roose, president of Iowa-based U.S. Commodities.
The soy market has also been pressured this week by uncertainty about prospects for a U.S. trade deal with China, the top global soy importer. U.S. President Donald Trump told Fox News a trade deal was “potentially very close,” adding to optimism following remarks by President Xi Jinping that Beijing wanted to work out an initial agreement.
Reports earlier in the week had indicated a deal could be delayed to 2020.
“We keep hearing positive things, but we keep kicking the can down the road,” Roose said of a potential “phase one” deal.
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Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County is offering a second series of homesteading classes this fall at 6 p.m. on Thursdays at its training center, 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport.
Growing garlic for home gardeners will be offered Oct. 6. Instructor John will walk students through the basics of growing garlic at home. The cost is $15.
Participants must preregister and pre-pay for each class and class sizes are limited.
Contact Amanda for more information at 433-8839, ext. 231 or by email at firstname.lastname@example.org.
The schedule of homesteading classes is:
Aug. 25: Culinary Herbs
Sept. 8: Seed Saving
Sept. 15: Log Cabin Quilting
Sept. 22: Wonderful Weaving 102
Sept. 27, 28, 29: Master Food Preserver Training
Oct. 6: Growing garlic for Home Gardeners
Oct. 20: Fermenting Vegetables
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Farmers will obtain speedy extra monetary help to assist them and their communities struggle one of many worst droughts of the previous century.
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull will return to a farm in Trangie in central NSW on Sunday to announce the $190 million new bundle that will even present psychological well being providers.
“We won’t make it rain. However we are able to make sure that farming households and their communities get all of the help they should get by means of the drought, get better and get again on their ft,” the federal government stated in a press release.
The federal government had already prolonged the Farm Family Allowance scheme from three to 4 years, efficient from 1 August.
That scheme will now present two lump sum supplementary funds price as much as $12,000 for eligible households, Mr Turnbull has introduced.
The federal government can also be altering the belongings check to permit hundreds extra farmers to entry help in “recognition of the severity of this drought.”
The brand new bundle follows a “listening tour” Mr Turnbull made in June the place he visited the Miles’ household farm.
The federal government says Sunday’s announcement is only one part its “persevering with and enduring response to the drought.”
Additional longer-term measures to enhance the resilience of rural communities to deal with drought circumstances are being developed throughout authorities.
One other part might be introduced in coming weeks.


An end of year treat! Seed Savers Albury-Wodonga is teaming up with the Beechworth Food Co-op for a combined event on Saturday 2 December in Stanley.
We’ll run a ‘seed saving 101’ session, followed by pot luck lunch and then take a tour of Black Barn Farm.
Come for all or part of the proceedings. Seed savers members’ participation to share their seed saving skills, tips and experience at the workshop is very welcome.


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I never met a Lavender I didn't like. My bees love it and my skipper butterflies can't leave it alone. Lavender is extremely hard (nearly impossible) to grow from seed. Of course the seed packets won't tell you that. The good news is it is one of the easiest to propagate. If you have rooting hormone (just a little packet from the garden store) you'll have a near 100% success rate. Cut off a 3-4 inch cutting from your mother plant. Strip off the bottom leaves leaving just a few leaves at the top. Dip it in the rooting hormone, shake off the excess (too much hormone and it will inhibit growth) and then plant in a potting soil leaving your top leaves sticking out. I like to water from the bottom as it gets the roots to stretch down. I don't let them sit wet though. I don't look for roots until I see new growth on the plant. Usually lavender likes the worst soil in your garden as long as it gets sun, and good drainage. Wet feet will kill them. They usually will need some water the first year, a little the second to help them get established. The 3rd year unless you're in an extreme hot area, you likely won't have to water again. I have never fertilized my lavenders, though some people will add bone meal to the plant. Where I am, I'm unable to overwinter the delicate, spanish lavenders. Those are the ones with the fluffy flower heads, and foliage that has a pretty, ferny look to them. There are about a zillion others I can grow in my area, and I think your Lowes or Home Depot should have them. One of my favorite sites for lavenders is Goodwin Creek Gardens out of Williams Oregon. They have an incredible variety, and have even developed thier own. Their web site as a plethora of knowledge regarding lavenders and other herbs. My favorite treat is to buy one of their plant collections. The plants are smaller than what you'd pay for at Lowes, but the variety is astounding, and you can get some very special plants here.
And another thing, (sorry I'm so long winded) I LOVE Bee Balm aka Monarda aka Bergomot. The fragrance is lavender and lemony at the same time. It's vigorous, and next year you'll have twice as many plants. Hummingbirds love it too. I good one to plant near a path where people will bump into it.


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The Weather Gods blessed us with sunshine and warm temps as we made our way to the North Warehouse for the Cultivation Classic, an event that was held by Willamette Week, Cascadia Labs and Farma. This event was the first of it’s kind here in Oregon, a competition where growers submitted samples of flower that were soil-grown, using only organic methods. The samples in question were judged by local tastemakers in the area and the Cultivation Classic is where the winners were to be announced.
Later in the afternoon, Oregon Rep. and cannabis activist Earl Blumenauer announced the winners:


This property has a mix of open and wooded rolling land with an all weather stream. The owner has the land fenced for cattle, but it can also be used for horses and niche sustainable agricultural production. There is a beautiful building location with mountain views for a future home. In addition, the US 29 frontage adds to the long term investment potential. Call Bill Gentry, Broker for more detailed information.
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Farmfresh Direct was initially started by a wonderful local lady, Jonel Ackermann, it was Jonel's dream to empower both consumer and supplier by giving them a platform on which they could purchase local produce before it was exported to other countries. After working at Farmfresh Direct Shelley & Johannes Viljoen were offered the opportunity to purchase the company in May 2013, an opportunity they both jumped at! Shelley & Johannes are self confessed "foodies" and have a true heart for people, so working amongst the locals of our area seemed like a dream job for them, when they bought the company they were averaging 16 orders a week and since the we have seen a steady progression of new customers and suppliers to the site. They believe that Farmfresh Direct is a bit a head of the game and is one of the few sites where you can get good quality local products delivered straight to you on a weekly basis. They have a massive vision for this company and know that more and mre people are becoming aware of just how important it is to know where their food comes from and what processes it has been through prior to purchasing. They want to empower the purchaser to be able to ask more questions and also to help boost small local suppliers, in turn this will create more local jobs and will keep the local economy florishing, really a great vision for a smal Garden Route Company. Buy Local Be Local!
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Deep maroon blooms of Mapira Lily absolutely glow when the sun ignites its petals. A hardy, no-fuss Lily, Asiatic types are a popular choice for northern gardens. Straight stems and countless buds yield superb cut flowers. 3 bulbs per bag. Bulb size 14/16 cm.
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September 25, 2004
Back from the market
Back from the market and the roulette of the harvest. Will add fresh lavender to the corn salad, with mango and lime, not peaches or nectarines, as they are past their best. Got all kinds of beets--white, orange, red, and striped, and the technique of slicing them very thin and then steaming them till they are barely done, will be perfect to capture their differences. Russet potatoes for the roasted Greek potatoes, with lemon, garlic, rosemary, and olive oil. And, many varieties of apples: russets, jonagold, ginger gold, golden delicious, mutsu, fuji, gala, empire, coutlands, macouns, macs, supreme goldens, and more. Also, quinces and ripe bartletts. Greens were good too: mizuma, purslane, lamb's quarters, oakleaf, radicchio, frisee, and sunflower seed sprouts. Tomatoes too: green, red, yellow, orange, heirloom, plums, and beefsteak. Got big beautiful squashes, $2.00 each: kabocha, butternut, and spaghetti. And, herbs: besides the lavender and rosemary, yard-long lemon grass, dill, flat parsley, thai basil, opal basil, mint, and coriander. Little red onions for roasting and a sweet Italian red onion for slicing. Three colors carrots: yellow, orange, and red, for the alphabet. I started the mung beans sprouting.
Off to Chinatown now for the eggplant, lotus root, yard beans, mangos, lemons and limes, edamame, ginger, and a few other things.
And, to Sunrise and the new version of Healthy Pleasures for shiso, chickpeas, and a few other things.
Posted by BKG at September 25, 2004 01:56 PM
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Lemon King develops into a strong, robust, and well-branched cannabis plant that grows vigorously, producing excellent yields of dense and resinous buds with beautiful purple hues in just 48-53 days of flowering. You can expect 450-600 g/m² indoors, and up to 1000 g/plant when grown outdoors.
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Gunnedah Daily Summaries
|Date||Min to 9am||Anomaly||Max from 9am||Anomaly||Rain to 9am|
|July 2015 Average||3.3||-1.5||16.4||+0.3|
|Jul 1948-2014 Average||4.8||16.1|
|Jul 1948-2014 Highest||15.0||25th 1990||24.6||28th 1958|
|Jul 1948-2014 Lowest||-3.6||7th 1952||7.2||3rd 1984|
|July 2015 Total||67 0.4||1 day(s)|
|Jul 1948-2014 Average Total||42.7||6.2 day(s)|
|Jul 1948-2014 Wettest Total||181.2||1998|
|Jul 1948-2014 Wettest 24hr Total||89.2||17th 1986|
|Jul 1948-2014 Driest Total||0.8||1972|
|Jan-Jul 2015 Total||346.2||45 day(s)|
|Jan-Jul 1948-2014 Average Total||365.7||41.1 day(s)|
NW Slopes & Plains, New South Wales/ACT
Rainfall totals are the lowest on record over the past year for parts of western Victoria and south-eastern South Australia, weather forecasters are warning.
Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce 'takes on board' concern that farmers are struggling to access drought loans
Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce has indicated he might be prepared to consider changes to improve the Federal Government's concessional loans scheme for drought-hit farmers.
Labor, Greens slam Agriculture White Paper for lack of strategic vision or climate change consideration
Prime Minister Tony Abbott says his government "wants to back people who are prepared to back themselves", and that a newly released vision for Australian agriculture will do just that.


This was our first autoflowering variety. Result of crossing and stabilize two of the best automated individuals, a variety that will furnish the characteristics in taste and smell in our opinion, was missing was sought.
This was achieved with the Widow, producing heavy flowers, and also a relatively short period of flowering. This variety, which does not usually unbranched much inside, forms a central baton 25/40 cm.
completely covered with crystals. His strong effect, bring us a sweetish palate flavors of oak, pine and licorice.
|Seedbank||C B D SEEDS|
|Genetics||Widow x Unknown Ruderalis|
|Variety||Indica / Sativa|
|Flowering Time||70 days|
|Grows||Greenhouse, Grows Indoors, Grows Outside|
|Plant Height||Short, Medium|
|CBD Content||Low (0-1%)|


Prolific bouquet filler.The drooping habit of the flowers makes an elegant addition to bouquets. The brilliant-blue flowers are complemented by the gray-green foliage. Attracts bees and hummingbirds. Also known as honeywort. Ht. 28-32". Avg. 510 seeds/oz. Packet: 100 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 5-21 days at 65-85°F (18-29°C).
SOWING: Transplant (recommended): Sow 6 weeks before last frost directly into cell packs. Harden off and transplant outside after the last frost.
Direct seed: Sow seeds 1/4" deep after last frost.
GROWING ON: Grow at 65-75°F (18-29°C). Fertilize regularly.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Well-drained soil of moderate fertility.
PLANT SPACING: 12-18".
HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.
HARVEST: Fresh: Harvest when bracts darken to blue and flowers are purple.
USES: Cut flowers, beds, and borders. Attracts bees and hummingbirds.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Cerinthe major purpurascens
ALTERNATE NAMES: Honeywort
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Bulgaria has four distinctive seasons and very mild climate, which is one of the country’s most attractive features. Summer is hot and dry, with average humidity, while the winters are cold.
The weather in Sofia is about 28C in July and August and about 3C in December and January. Average daily temperatures on the Black sea coast, on the eastern part of the country are at 27C. The Mediterranean influence makes wintertime weather in the country’s continental part milder. The mountain chains in the country play important role in defining local weather. Most rainfall summertime is in mountains, while in wintertime there are perfect conditions for winter sports.
The mild transitional Mediterranean climate and the fertile soils are very suitable for raising the world known Bulgarian roses, tobacco and vineyards.


Something is eating my bittersweet blooms.
Every year I see tiny little pre-berry blooms. When I go out to inspect them a few days later they are totally gone!! What would eat my berries or is there something wrong with my plant and they fall off. I had 2 full bloom berries this year!!!!
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
The berries are poisonous to humans but highly desirable to birds. I'm not clear whether you are seeing the flowers or actually the beginning of berries. You do need a male plant in addition to female plants to produce berries. There could be a lack of pollination causing blooms to fall off.
Check the article below for possible care management issues.


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Time for harvesting strawberries! We grow some strawberries but it seems that it might be a bit cold for them to grow here in Hakuba. Never seen any bit ones sold in markets. Strawberries are red but the flowers are white like you see.
Strawberries attract birds with their red fruits, so we put some nets to protect fruits. But the nets are not very small, just need to protect them from birds. Bugs can go through the nets because they are to work for pollination :-)
Making some strawberry jam. Add some sugar and leave them for an hour or so. Water comes out from the strawberries then simmer the pan. Add some lemon juice. That's all, easy isn't it!? Wish the jam itself also looks this beautiful but actually it looks a little bit darker in color.
Icecream, strawberry jam and spare mint. The color combination is like Italian flag. Would like to have it but I am still on my diet to lose some extra weight!!! LOL


As fathers day approaches and the summer sets in, it's the time for some mid year treats after the first half of the year we've all had! To do our part, we want to make sure all the fathers out there this weekend who are growing that precious hemp as well as taking up their fatherly duties can get a little something return.✌😎
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Planting trees is one of the easiest and most sustainable ways to positively affect the environment. Come and join Trillion Trees and help us plant trees. We have all day sessions or just a morning or afternoon session. Planter volunteers are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch.
All Day session
Registration at 9.30am. Planting 10am – 3pm
Registration at 9.30am. Planting 10am-12.00pm
Registration at 12.30. Planting 1pm – 3pm
Meeting Point To Be Confirmed
We will provide seedlings, planting tools, first aid, sunblock and inductions for all planters.
The participants needs to wear closed in shoes, appropriate clothing (sunhat/rain jacket), bring a water bottle.
This planting is FREE and suitable for families. Tickets must be booked via TryBooking – click the link below.
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Yikes. It’s summer all of a sudden. Only last friday, May 19th, it was 50 degrees and rainy. Today it was blazing hot, sunny and lovely!
With all this loveliness, you have to work in the yard. Yesterday I went to visit grandma, we planted flowers at the cemetary and then the craziness began. We dug up two shrub type plants from her yard. Remind me never to dig up hydrangea bushes again.
So, today I had to dig holes for the bushes…. so, I dug holes for the bushes. Oh, I also cut the grass, edged, weeded, trimmed hedges and a few other things. The other things I did were: put in new flower bed, remove sod from top of new flower bed, scrape up scummy sod by side door and transfer the pretty sod to the new hole by side door. Then I put all my toys away and went inside.
Wow, that was a lot of stuff. Oh, did I mention it was hot, too? OK, it’s still hot. We are going to turn on the AC now!


Discounted Bulk Pack Of 100 Unique Cymbidium Orchid African Potted Blooms For Indoor Decoration
Elevate your indoor decor with our pack of 100 Unique Cymbidium Orchid African potted blooms. These exotic seeds are a rare delight, ready to transform your living space into a tropical haven. The Cymbidium Orchid is not just beautiful to look at, but it also serves an air-purification function, improving the quality of your indoor air. Ideal for the living room, these flowers bloom in spring and are perfect for anyone under the Virgo constellation.
This pack includes mini, medium, large and small seeds, providing a beautiful variety of sizes to suit any pot or planter. These plants are classified under the ‘Happy Farm’ category, indicating their ease of growth and maintenance. The cultivating difficulty degree is very easy, making them perfect for both beginners and seasoned gardeners.
While these seeds are tropical by nature, they adapt well to most home environments. They come from the Semillas De Flores Raras tree, known for its robust and vibrant flowers. These Cymbidium Orchid seeds are perennial, meaning they’ll continue to bloom year after year, bringing continual beauty to your home.
How to Plant Cymbidium Orchid Seeds Rare 100 Pcs Pack:
1. Choose a pot with rich, humus sandy loam soil.
2. Ensure the soil is compact and moist.
3. Sow the seeds in the soil, avoiding overcrowding.
4. Cover the pot with glass or paper to reduce evaporation.
5. Keep the pot in a greenhouse or a similar environment.
6. The seeds should germinate in about 8-10 days.
7. Once germinated, remove the cover and place the pot in a spot with good sunlight.
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- Latin Name: The seeds come from the Semillas De Flores Raras tree, known for its robust and vibrant flowers.
- Planting Season: This Cymbidium Orchid blooms in Spring.
- Germination Rate: With the right conditions, the seeds should germinate in about 8-10 days.
- Grown Plant Size: This pack includes mini, medium, large, and small seeds, providing a beautiful variety of sizes to suit any pot or planter.
- Time to Maturity: The Cymbidium Orchid is a perennial plant, meaning it will continue to bloom year after year.
- Soil Type: For best results, plant in rich, humus sandy loam soil.
- Watering: Ensure the soil is compact and moist.
- Sunlight: Once germinated, place the pot in a spot with good sunlight.
- Uses: This plant is perfect for indoor decoration and air purification.
- Deer Resistance: Not specified.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Not specified.
- Spacing Requirements: Sow the seeds in the soil, avoiding overcrowding.
- Companion Plants: Not specified.
- Harvesting Instructions: Not applicable as these are ornamental flowers.


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St. Clair Co. Illinois 222 acres tillable
222 acres cropland located 4+- miles South of Mascoutah IL on the South and West side of IL Route 4, just South of the S curve. Possession is available for the 2022 crop year. Offered as 3 tracts and combinations. Online only.
Single tract bidding is now open until end of auction. Combination biding is now open...
Auction will close at 8:00 PM CST, but... Any bid placed inside 5 minutes will extend the auction bidding another 5 minutes. This will continue until there are no more bids.
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Sugar beet plants drilled into Spring Barley to keep them safe incase of strong winds in the Lincolnshire Fens.The Barley will be sprayed off after the beet plants are established
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Indian spices exporters have expressed concern at the slowdown in import by China after the faceoff at the border between the two countries.
China has emerged as a major buyer of Indian spices like cumin, chilli and oleoresins in the last few years. The country had been importing large quantities of Indian spices after the relaxation of the lockdown measures there. Imports have become sluggish since the skirmish at Galwan. India exports around Rs 20,000 crore worth spices annually.
``Cumin export to China was robust till over a week ago. It has come down by 10 to 20%,’’ said U Kathik, partner of Asian Spices, a major exporter. Freshly harvested cumin hit the market by March and China and Bangladesh have been buying large quantities despite infrastructure problems at Indian ports.
However, unlike last year export demand has not pushed up the prices as the stock of good quality cumin was low because of heavy rainfall at the time of harvest, he said. The jeera futures at NCDEX have been ruling in the range of Rs 135-140 per kg in the last couple of months.
Though chilli saw a good harvest in the main producing states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, the Covid-19 outbreak resulted in the growers storing substantial quantities in cold storages. But China, which played a big role in chilli becoming the largest exported spice from India, has been buying from April.
``But now everything is delayed at the ports with no clear mandate from the government. As a result, exports have been hit. It is hard to say how China will react to the situation,’’ said A P Murugan, director of Paprika Oleos (India) Ltd. India’s chilli export earned over Rs 5400 crore in 2018-19.
The confusion at the port has hit the oleoresin exporters who depend on imported raw materials for value addition and export. ``We have a factory in China and import paprika from there for value addition here and export back to the country. But the exports have been held-up which will result in loss for us,’’ said Viju Jacob, MD of Synthite Ltd., biggest spice oleoresin exporter from India. China is the major buyer of paprika oleoresin in the world.
The exporters reckon that the current problems will be temporary. "We hope that what is happening at the border will not affect commerce and trade," noted Rajiv Palicha, chairman of All India Spices Exporters Forum.


Corn ends higher
DES MOINES, Iowa (Agriculture.com)--With the USDA's April Supply/Demand Report tightening U.S. corn stocks, as of Sept. 1, the CME Group market ended higher Wednesday.
The May futures corn contract settled 5 cents higher at $6.49. The May soybean futures contract closed 2 cents lower at $13.92. The May wheat futures settled 12 cents lower at $6.96 per bushel. The May soymeal futures finished $1.90 per short ton higher at $392.00. The May soyoil futures finished $0.05 higher at $50.03.
In the outside markets, the NYMEX crude oil is $0.12 per barrel lower, the dollar is higher and the Dow Jones Industrials are 142 points higher. The S&P has hit its highest level ever Wednesday.
Tim Hannagan, Alpari (U.S.) LLC senior grain analyst, says since the report comes out during pit trading hours, it's all about the knee-jerk reaction to the numbers.
"The market traded the numbers both ways. The corn ending stocks number was lower than expected. So, short-held positions expecting a higher number began buying back their shorts and a sharp rally occurred," Hannagan says.
Hannagan added, "But, since the ending stocks number was higher than last month's, new sellers sold the rally pushing corn down on the day, in the first 10 minutes of the report. The same happened for beans and wheat."


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Removing up to 10L a day from your grow room environment the new Ram 10L Dehumidifier is vital to maintain and stabilise humidity levels. Offering a continuous drainage option, a silent mode and adjustable dehumidifier levels.
Dehumidifiers are often overlook by growers but avoiding damp and powder mildew on your flower and plants is imperative for a successful problem free harvest. With a simply easy to use electronic display the Ram 10L Dehumidifier allows you to program a predefined humidity levels which the unit will then maintain.
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Bicolour Oakleaf Lettuce Flashy Butter Oak - a newer variety, very large and a vigorous grower
Butterhead Lettuce Grandpa Admire's - a very attractive bicolour butterhead lettuce, tender and delicious
Butterhead Lettuce Marvel of Four Seasons - a hardy, semi-hearting lettuce with excellent tasting green-red leaves
Lettuce Australian Yellowleaf - a very large open headed lettuce with bright green-yellow, frilled leaves. Just a few of these will keep you in salads for a very long time!
Lettuce Charita - curly green, tasty leaves produced year round
Lettuce Clarion - a popular mildew resistant variety with thick mid to dark green leaves
Lettuce Devil's Tongue - a new, large lettuce with wonderful purple oval leaves
Lettuce Little Gem - one of the sweetest types there is, with green crisp, fleshy hearts
Lettuce Really Red
Lettuce Nymans Cherry Red - a tasty cherry red lettuce
Lettuce Red Iceberg - an excellent iceberg with crisp sweet heads of green/red leaves
Lettuce Rivale - a red little gem lettuce with dark red outer leaves, leading to attractive green hearts
Oakleaf Lettuce Bronze Arrowhead - tasty great bronze coloured leaves, flushed red-purple
Red Crisp-head Lettuce Cardinale - crispy, juicy and crunchy - what more could you want from a lettuce?!


Bringing joy and happiness through plants is what the Show is all about!
Back in the 1920's, Park Superintendent Adolf Jaenicke had a brilliant idea to grown plants to distribute to students in Fort Wayne schools. The purpose was to "further education in the Nature Study Theory, growing flowers, plants and vegetables, molding characteristics of worth in making citizens of the future". The first plants were delivered in 1927, which began an ongoing program called the School Children's Flower and Vegetable Association (SCFVA) that has created wonderful memories for children and adults ever since.
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We just created a new Facebook page just for this program! Like our page today and learn more as the season progresses on growing vegetables, cut flowers, herbs and potted plants!
Check out the 2016 Chairperson SCFVA Booklet (available soon)!
If you encounter any problems with downloading any of this information, please contact Lynda Heavrin (427-6424).
In the spring, students in schools that participate in the program are given plants and encouraged to grow them over the summer. In the fall, their local school has a show where all of the plants and vegetables are judged and ribbons are awarded. The Blue Ribbon winners then go on to compete at the Blue Ribbon Show held yearly at McMillen Park Community Center.
City-Wide Blue Ribbon Show Information
2016 Blue Ribbon Show
Location: McMillen Park Community Center, 3901 Abbott Street
2015 Merit Award Winners
The Merit Award winners are: Lucas Swift, Canterbury, Best 1st year plant – Dusty Miller, Emma Hanni, Covington, Best 2nd year plant – Geranium, Colton Lytle, Holy Cross, Best 3rd year plant – Begonia, Marjorie Ehrman, Croninger, Best Cut Flower – Single Zinnia, Olivia Schichner, Haverhill, Best vegetable – Container-Parsley.
Thanks to our SCFVA Executive Committee and volunteer judges who give so graciously of their time to assure the continued success of this program!
This program would not be possible without all of our loyal Chairpersons who put in a lot of time covering all of the details of each school show!


Last Sunday, a delegation from Bosavern Community Farm visited Soul Farm near Flushing, as part of the Community Supported Agriculture Network local get-together (hopefully there will be more about this in a later blog entry). Whilst there, we spotted a lovely tool station in the middle of their market garden, so that they were never too far from the tool they needed. What a great idea! And so obvious. Whereas our market garden is 100m from our tool shed / workshop.... So yesterday we built this new beautiful tool station in our Mothership polytunnel, which will save us so much time and energy, and it's only taken us 11 years to think of it. All our most commonly used tools will now be close at hand, and our workshop is less cluttered and more useable (it is curently being cleaned and organised by two volunteers as the latest storm rages outside).


HANOI/BANDAR LAMPUNG, Indonesia -- Domestic coffee prices in Vietnam rose this week due to tight supplies, while inventories in Indonesia continued to build up, traders said on Thursday.
Farmers in the Central Highlands, Vietnam’s largest coffee-growing area, sold coffee at 32,000 dong ($1.38) per kg, higher than the 31,300-31,700 dong range a week ago.
“Farmers are reluctant to sell beans at this price, which is under the production cost of 33,000 dong, while some farmers have already sold pepper, planted alongside coffee trees, to cover their needs,” said a trader based in the region.
“Demand still exists but no one can buy at this price. It’s too high for us (traders) to make profit.”
Another trader in the region said he saw no factors for prices to rise at the moment and expected the prices to be around 30,600-32,000 dong per kg for the next month.
September robusta coffee settled down $9, or 1%, at $1,176 per tonne on Wednesday.
Traders in Vietnam offered 5% black and broken grade 2 robusta at $240 premium per tonne for the September contract, down from $250-$260 premiums last week.
Meanwhile, traders in Indonesia’s Lampung province on Sumatra island said premiums for robusta beans remain unchanged from last week despite higher supply, as overseas buyers continue to face tough competition from domestic buyers.
One trader said premiums for Sumatran robusta were at $340 to the September contract, while another trader offered premium at $370 to the August contract.
Volume of trade is starting to increase as Lampung starts its main coffee harvest, but Indonesia’s big instant coffee manufacturers are beating exporters with high pricing, one of the traders said.
“It is difficult for prices to come down still,” he added.