There has been a fall, a winter, and even a change of hour for summer time since last. The project of Neorigins has celebrated its’ first birthday (in march), we have started to sell our dried plants in a couple of new places, and now we are finally ready to take on the blog again. Welcome to follow us more regularly from now on!
This year the winter don’t seem to be entirely willing to let go. Here in the mountains of Auvergne it still makes me put on my long johns every morning, and not once I have even taken them of by midday yet. Furthermore it hailed this morning!
I think it’s great that we have had a real winter though. The cold cleans what needs to be frozen away in the ground, the frost exploses those soaked lumps of clay that we struggle to eliminate, and the snow has brought some well needed humidity as well.
That being said, the spring is more than welcome by now! The fact is that in matters of the vegetation, we are a whole month late compared to last year (the spring of 2017 being unusually warm on an early stage though). According to my dated notes from the wild-picking, I had both raspberry leaves and stinging nettle by this time last year, while these past two weeks I have been struggling even to find dandelion leaves !
Things start to slowly come around now though and I have good hope for all the seedlings hiding away in the greenhouses. I have waited and been starting of late this year, but since our greenhouses aren’t heated in any way, I prefer not to be too early. I still managed to sow cauliflower (in February) that waited indoors for too long, and ended up as tall, thin and pale. I finally restarted a new round yesterday.
We have also installed a whole new greenhouse which will be used as a nursery for replanting seedlings directly in the earth before final transplantation, and started the project of building a herb dryer. It will be a bussy spring!
Well, that was a small update to what’s going on around here. We’ll get more into details soon! Have a nice week everyone!
PS. For those in proximity of Ambert (63600), we will give a tasting of some of our infusions at the store “LE BIO SENS”, situated at 25 Rue de la Filètererie, tomorrow the 10 april, 15.00-18.00. Welcome!


Cocobod, the governing body of cocoa trade in Ghana, faces a funding challenge this season due to delays in securing a $1.2 billion loan.
To bridge the gap, the regulator has obtained $150-200 million from traders to facilitate bean purchases from smallholder farmers for international export.
This move comes as Cocobod navigates a delay in its traditional syndicated loan process, aiming to ensure uninterrupted operations until the full loan’s approval by seeking interim support from traders.
“We engaged with some of the buyers to…give us capital for some of the purchase so that the capital is taken care of when we supply them the beans,” Reuters quoted Fifi Boafo Head of Public Affairs at Cocobod as saying.
The report further said he did not give a specific amount accessed so far.
The borrowed funds are set to be repaid post-harvest, reflecting Cocobod’s temporary reliance on traders’ support to sustain the country’s crucial cocoa industry.
SOURCE: DAILY MAIL GH with additional files from Reuters


Mr. Fothergill's Tomato Red Pear
An unusual, fleshy pear-shaped "cherry" tomato with a wonderfully sweet flesh.
Generous trusses provide large harvests.
An average of 75 seeds per packet.
Mon-Fri 7.30am - 5.00pm
Spring Bank Holiday
Closed: Saturday 26th May
Sunday 27th May
Monday 28th May


I'm out of coffee until Monday, so I'm enjoying a cup of green tea this morning
I still have some green tea that I brought back from China. We visited a tea plantation in Longjing where the best green tea in the world comes from. I'm not as big on tea as I am on coffee, but this stuff is hands down the best green tea I've ever had. I think I have enough to last until the spring if we pace ourselves. I'll order some of next year's crop when the time comes, but I'll have to settle for what is exported. I plan on getting it from here, which should be similar to what I have.


This is a collage of showing our life on our homestead. We share Real Food, Exercise, De-Stressing, and growing our own food on our homestead. More explanation of this video and our links below. ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓ Enjoy! Our goal is to age in place and make our homestead the place to do that.


Summertime is Hay Time
Summertime is hay time.
The old saying, "Make hay while the sun shines" is certainly true isn't it?
All else goes on the back burner when the hay is ready.
Our very first wedding anniversary supper was put on hold because there was hay down and it looked like rain.
Usually the first cutting is before school gets out.
The weather is watched morning, noon and night and when it looks like it's going to be dry the hay comes down.
There is almost no better smell than hay drying in the fields.
We don't see as many square bales as we used to.
It's hard to get the help.
Someone to drive the tractor, someone to stack and someone to pick-up, ideally two to stack and at least a couple of others walking the field but when that can't be pulling the baler with a wagon behind and a man on the wagon will get the job done.
It's a big job to stack a load of hay. There is a right way to do it, a safe way to do it. A well stacked load of hay or straw is not only pretty but something to be proud of.
Then there is the trip to the barn. You sit up on top of that high stack and the breeze feels so good hitting you as the tractor speeds up a little.
The weather reports are saying to stay inside they are saying it's to hot to be out but the farmer doesn't listen.
He not only goes to the blazing hot hay filed but then he goes to the smothering hot hayloft.
How do they take it? I don't know.
My dad says he remembers after he and his brothers left home his dad bought a hay elevator before but before that he and his brothers had to throw them from the wagon to the loft. When the wagon was full it wasn't to bad but as it emptied and got lower the job got harder. One of the few job that gets harder as it goes instead of easier.
Once the elevator is going and the hay is placed on it the motion is started and everyone needs to keep the pace. A hay elevator is a wonderful thing. It makes an already difficult job a little easier.
Just as stacking the hay on the wagon is important so is stacking the hay in the barn. Neatness counts.
The day ends and everyone passes around the thermos of ice water, turning it up and drinking after one another.
Clothes are dusting and covered with bits of hay or straw and soaking with sweat.
Caps are pulled off and forearms are rubbed across foreheads and hands through hair.
Some of the men stand others sort of bend down without their knee touching the ground like you've seen men do and they talk.
They talk about how the hay is, how much they got, how the neighbors hay looks, when they will cut again, how the machinery all worked, about the kind of machinery they would like to have and the kind they used to have.
The talking slows down and finally someone calls it a day.
Everyone heads to their trucks or to the house whichever the case might be and another hay season is either underway or done until the next year.
I don't think there is any other job that follows seasons like farming does.
Well the job of motherhood does, we have seasons with our children as they grow.
Maybe that's why farming and families go so well together, they understand each other, they respect the seasons of life and of nature.
You can't hurry from one to the other, you have to wait for each season to complete it's cycle and you have to do what each cycle calls for when it calls for it.
It's the only way, it's just how things work.
Family's and farms, no wonder they go so well together.


Partnership family affair
WA gets its second major new farm machinery dealership in two years when the new CLAAS Harvest Centre Esperance opens its doors for business on March 1.
The opening is part of a staged rollout of CLAAS harvest centres in the State after a distribution partnership between family-owned German original equipment manufacturer CLAAS, family-owned Landpower and family-owned agribusiness giant Wellard.
With major agricultural, livestock and business interests, the agribusiness enterprise expanded its operations to include Wellard Rural Services and became a retail farm machinery dealer when it took over operations of the CLAAS Harvest Centre Katanning in November 2009.
CLAAS Harvest Centre Esperance will be a full retail sales, parts and service support hub for the CLAAS range of combine harvesters, tractors, telehandlers, Greenline hay equipment and tillage equipment.
CLAAS and Landpower are programming the launch of new advanced harvest, tractor and Greenline technology during the next two years.
Star performers out of Esperance in 2011 will be the big new-generation CLAAS Lexion 700 + Terra Trac series of combine harvesters which rolled out for the first time in WA during last year’s harvest.
CLAAS Harvest Centre Esperance will sell and support a complete line-up of tractors, including the revolutionary new XERION 3800VC multi-function 4WD CVT tractor and general purpose CLAAS units, from 55kW/75hp to 392kW/525hp, CLAAS telehandlers and round and square balers.
Germany’s Amazone spraying, tillage, high speed seeding and spreading equipment along with France’s Gregoire-Besson line-up of mouldboard ploughs and cultivators will be available through the centre also.
Landpower Australia director Merv George, who has been the principal architect of the partnership between the three parties, said access to the new technology was exciting news for producers in the Esperance region.
“The Esperance opening is the next step in a strategic ongoing roll our program designed to dramatically change the machinery Landscape in WA during coming years, ” he said.
Mr George paid tribute to the contribution made by former CLAAS dealership PH Kerr, of Esperance, which sold and supported the brand in the region since the 1980s.
Wellard Rural Services operations manager for the CLAAS harvest centres, Terry Reilly, said the CLAAS Harvest Centre Esperance opening underscored the company’s belief in broadacre agriculture and its determination to build and maintain strong relationships with primary producers, industry leaders and innovators
“As an Australian-owned family business, Wellard wants to promote and participate in agriculture’s bright future along all parts of the value chain, ” he said.
“Regional producers can expect unprecedented levels of after-sales support from our team of factory-trained service technicians and parts specialists including increased parts stock for the 2011 season.
“We are building up for a big season in Esperance with staff and CLAAS stock moving into the new site at 729 Hills Street this week and developments and information will be communicated to Esperance customers during following weeks.
“We have been well received by the customers we have talked to so far and with the key support of Landpower and CLAAS personnel, we can put the experts on the ground from the start.
“I am looking forward to getting out with Esperance producers over the next few weeks.”
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Prisila received a loan from Jenny to buy farm inputs, such as fertilizer, to enable this borrower with a good credit history to grow more crops.
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Morning Calls & Comments (8/1)
Corn: 14 to 16 cents lower.
Soybeans: 28 to 32 cents lower.
Wheat: 13 to 20 cents lower.
Corn, soybean and wheat futures tumbled overnight as the departure of the first grain ship from a Ukrainian port under a new agreement raised global supply prospects. Malaysian palm oil futures fell more than 5% on Monday after larger rival Indonesia relaxed its quota for export shipments. Crude oil futures fell around $3 following weak manufacturing data from China and Japan. U.S. stock index futures signal a weaker open, while the U.S. dollar index is down more than 300 points.


What is it?
The MN SEED Project (Saving Essential Edibles and Diversity) guides anyone interested in saving seeds from vegetables, fruits and native plants. All are welcome to join seasonal workshops on:
- Identifying and inventorying native plants
- Collecting, cleaning and preserving native plant seeds
- Sharing and propagating seeds to increase the biodiversity and populations of native plants in our region.
A collaboration among the St. Paul Seed Circle, Como Community Seed Library, West Side Seed Library, Duluth Community Garden Program and MSHS, this program is made possible by support from a Capitol Region Watershed District grant.
Join the project
Anyone can join the MN SEED Project. Sign up online (it's free!) and choose from a variety of classes and in-person events throughout the year. Join seed swaps, native plant propagation classes, plant ID webinars and iNaturalist app tutorials that will help you inventory and identify your native plants.
Anyone growing within the Capitol Region Watershed District is eligible for class discounts and giveaways.


|can i plant this hibiscus - sinensis outside in oklahoma and leave it all winter?
|No, this is a tropical plant and it will die if allowed to freeze. You need to bring it indoors before the temperatures drop below 45 degrees in the fall or it will be damaged by the cold. If you want to keep it as a flowering houseplant you will need to bring it indoors sooner than that. If you want a hardy flowering hibiscus shrub you would need to plant the Hibiscus syriacus or rose of sharon.


Coming this summer to select theaters, “Lawn Whisperers” is a documentary about the 17th annual Crestview Classic lawn competition.
As one critic put it: “The mulch is strong with this one.” Take a look at the trailer and stay tuned for updates of when and where to see the full film!
Check out the official trailer for LAWN WHISPERERS.
Lawn Whisperers – Official Trailer (2017)
Posted by Classic Dad on Tuesday, August 1, 2017


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Just spent the afternoon in Sacramento at the Capitol, reporting on our research at the Cannabis Research Center. We met with folks from Fish & Wildlife, the Water Board, state parks, California Highway Patrol, the National Guard, the Bureau of Cnnabis Control, Food & Agriculture, Pesticides, CalCannabis, and the Cannabis Enforcement Unit, among others. Van Butsic gave a presentation on what kinds of farms and farmers are coming into compliance, and who is not. Ted Grantham spoke about his research on cannabis and water use. Hekia Bodwitch spoke about the statewide cultivator survey we conducted this summer. And I presented on the work I’ve been doing over the last decade. Great day, over all. Happy to keep contributing to understanding of this complex issue.


With the struggling sugar millers, government officials have seen it fit to involve the private sector to stabilize the situation.
Mr Mwangi Kiunjuri, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary said the Government together with other players were set to privatize the under performing cane millers “that are struggling in a competitive market”.
“For 20 years we have been facing challenges on how to pay our farmers; this is set to change as our farmers will be smiling all the way to the bank,” Mr Kiunjuri said after a meeting with ODM party leader Raila Odinga.
Mr Odinga said the government for a long time has been pumping billions into the sugarcane industry but the problem of delayed payment to farmers has persisted.
He said private investors will come on board and inject more money and new machines, especially to the public sugar milling companies such as Chemelil, Miwani, Muhoroni, Nzoia and Sony Sugar that are on their deathbeds.
The final details of the privatisation, Mr Odinga said, will be discussed on Monday next week in Kisumu during a major cane stakeholders meeting.
“There is need for permanent solution and the Monday meeting will address all the issues,” Mr Odinga said.
He said the injection of private capital in the firms will go a long way in rehabilitating and modernising the millers for competitive and sustainable production.
The former Prime Minister was accompanied by former Funyula MP Paul Otuoma who was recently appointed chairperson of the Privatisation Commission and officials from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Mr Odinga regretted that the sugar industry has been brought down to its knees due to corruption and mismanagement.


Hunger in Ethiopia. Ethiopia is one of the poorest countries in the World. Capital and funds are just not available for Start-Up businesses. Donations sometimes dont reach the people. Parishable foods take too long to reach the country. After visiting Ethiopia in 2009 and seeing how beautiful yet poor this country is we knew in our heart we had to help. People are eager to assist and be part of change. The willingness and the bond of the people is strong. It is the lack of Infrastructure and Organization as well as the missing funds that create the Problem. Our plan is to grow and harvest 600 Acres of Fruits and Vegetables. By employing only local Workers, Security Guards, Truck Drivers etc. we will assure that all aspects of this project support Ethiopia and its Citizens. 25% of all produced goods will be donated to needy people in the country. In addition another 25% will be sold locally at near cost to help fill the demand of Food supplies. Leaving the rest to cover the costs of the operation and room for expansion of the project.
We are planning to grow and harvest over 600 acres of Vegetables and Fruits. Negotiations with the Ethiopian government are already in progres and Project Start is planned for Spring 2012. We plan to grow many types of Vegetables and Fruits. For some type of produce it will be neccessary to establish green houses. We will train the local workers with the Techniques and Standards of German Agriculture, Hygiene practices and Greenhouse building, which will help them be able to start their own Farming project and will also provide many with Jobs.
We are a family owned and operated Agricultural operation based in Germany. In the past we donated money as well as care packets to Ethiopia. Unfortunately this help even on a bigger scale is insufficient to provide food and work for the many needy people in Ethiopia. This is why we are commited to our new Project Food4Ethiopia. We have 4 Team members commited to this Project consisting of Operations Manager, Agricultural Specialist, Transportation Manager and Field Supervisor.
Because our project will provide Jobs for Locals and will supply many people with food and the right nutrition this is the right Project. All supporters will receive consistent updates on the status of our projects as well as receive live video footage of the Project actually happen. Supporters and Followers will also be able to express their opinion as we will take to heart the ideas and suggestions our supporters and followers have. Also if anyone is interested in Volunteer work this would be a great help !
Additionally projects in other countries are planned for the future. And who knows maybe together we can put an end to World hunger !


Blackmore Series Essay
The Blackmore series is a frigid Typic Argiustolls which is of the Mollisol order (National Cooperative Soil Survey 2000). It is found only within the Gallatin County of southwest Montana. Blackmore soils are not very prevalent within southwestern Montana. The exact location of the Blackmore soil type is found specifically 1100 feet south and 1800 feet west of the northeast corner of section 27, T. 2S., R.6E. This area has an elevation of 4,800 to 5,500 feet. This type of soil can be found on relict stream terraces with slopes of approximately 0-15% and hayland (National Cooperative Soil Survey 2000).
II. Soil Forming Factors
The parent material is loess which is a silt-sized soil that was distributed by wind …show more content…
Soil Formation Processes and Properties (2)
The parent material is loess, which means that the soil was deposited into the Gallatin valley by wind. The A horizons are a deep brown color and the darker the soil the more organic matter present. This means that the Blackmore series on average is rich with organic matter and so likely a good soil for agriculture. The lower two horizons contain lime and effervesce. The lime most likely leached through the upper horizons as the soil is well-drained. The parent material most likely contained lime and as time passes the lime will continue to leach into the lower layers raising the soil pH level.
X. Soil Profile Description (Excel Table + Soil Profile)
Blackmore soil has six soil horizons that are very deep and well-drained (National Cooperative Soil Survey 2000).
Horizon Depth CFF MC S Text. SS Type SS Grade HCL pH/EC
Ap 0-6in N/A 10YR 2/1 Silt Loam Granular Moderate No 6.4
AB 6-10in N/A 10YR 2/1 Silt Loam Angular Moderate No 6.6
Bt1 10-15in N/A 10YR 4/3 Silty Clay L. Subang Strong No 6.8
Bt2 15-27in N/A 10YR 4/4 Silty Clay L. Subang Moderate No 7
Bk1 27-42in N/A 10YR 5/4 Silt Loam Subang Weak Yes 8.4
Bk2 42-60in N/A 10YR 4/4 Silt Loam Subang Weak Yes …show more content…
The color is a brown (10YR 5/3) when dry and a dark brown (10YR 4/3) when moist. This horizon also has a very dark grey (10YR 3/1) interfingering of mollic material when moist. The soil structure is strong fine subangular blocky and is hard, firm, somewhat sticky and plastic. There are still a few root fine systems within this horizon. Within this horizon, it is common for there to be clay films present on the peds and lining pores. The soil pH is about neutral, around 6.8. The horizon also has a gradual smooth boundary between the next horizons (National Cooperative Soil Survey 2000).
d. Bt2 horizon
This horizon is about 15-27 inches in depth and is a silty clay loam. It is of a yellowish brown (10YR 5/4) color when dry and a dark yellowish brown (10 YR 4/4) color when moist. The structure is moderate medium subangular blocky and is hard, firm, and somewhat sticky and plastic. This horizon has a few fine roots. The pH is a little bit more basic than the above horizon, but still within the neutral zone at 7.0. This horizon has clay films on the ped faces and in the pores. The boundary is defined and smooth (National Cooperative Soil Survey 2000).


Tokyo, May 15 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s government and ruling coalition have agreed to offer up to 1.5 million yen each to farmers who have seen their sales channels disappear due chiefly to restaurant closures amid the coronavirus epidemic, Jiji Press learned Friday.
Aiming to maintain farming production bases and improve productivity in the agricultural industry, the government is expected to set aside funds for the aid program under a fiscal 2020 second supplementary budget in response to the spread of the virus, informed sources said.
An existing subsidy program for commercial and industrial businesses amid the epidemic has the ceiling of one million yen.
The government is considering raising the limit to 1.5 million yen and making a similar program for farmers at the request of some members of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, according to the sources.
Under the envisioned program, the government and ruling bloc hope to support farmers with plans to introduce cutting-edge agricultural equipment or open new markets.
Also, the LDP is considering plans to help producers of fresh flowers who suffered income falls due to cancellations of entrance ceremonies and welcome and farewell parties amid the epidemic to pay electricity bills and other fixed costs.
According to the sources, many LDP members are calling for support to tea producers in the current full harvest time and restaurant operators renovating their stores to launch takeout and delivery services.
The agriculture ministry and others plan to urge the government to increase funds earmarked in the first supplementary budget for fiscal 2020 to promote the proposals from the LDP.


We can offer mail order in late Spring when seed sown plants are large enough, and also in the early Autumn when many plants are trimmed back. If you cannot easily get to the nursery in Spittalfield , or to a market that we’re attending, please email us your order and address, and we’ll quote the postage costs.
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The front cover image of our 2017 Catalogue was created by Dundee Urban Orchard.
Clickhere to read our 2016 Plants with Purpose & Appletreeman Catalogue


Potassium is one of the most important nutrients that can be supplied by foliar fertilizers. Phosphorus is another nutrient that may be beneficial when applied through foliar treatments. The objective of this trial was to evaluate combinations of fertiRain, Sure-K, and springuP applied at R2 growth stage of soybeans.
These are unique fringe benefits that are offered to our employees in addition to the traditional benefits. There are many, but a few of the more unique one’s are: annual allowance of AgroLiquid product, clothing and promo items; a library of over 500 items ranging from agronomy audio books to paperback enjoyment reading; an identity-theft assistance program; company asset auctions; and believe it or not, a week long Hawaii Trip!


News/Events - February 2018
SAVE THE DATE! – Upcoming Soils Workshop Series – March 21st & 22nd!
The East Central Farm Stewardship Collaborative is hosting two engaging and informative workshops in March.
- Mike Buis: keynote speaker on integrating pasturing of cover crops into a cash crop system
- Learn about the Ontario Soil Network!
- Bring your soil test results – plan your nutrient requirements for 2018!
- Bring your laptop – learn how to develop a multi-layered map of your farm!
- Farmer panel
March 21st – Woodville
March 22nd – Alderville
For more information and to register click HERE
Farms at Work, with funding support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, is researching the feasibility of creating supports for new farm entrepreneurs in accessing farm-based programs and education in east central Ontario.
Click here to read the full press release.
This "business-to-business" local food networking event is for local producers, processors, restaurants, caterers, retail stores, and institutions looking to make business connections.
farmers - showcase your product to 20-30 buyers from eastern GTA & Durham region. You will be matched up with buyers for targeted “speed-meetings”.
buyers - meet farmers in east central Ontario that are selling what what you need in targeted mini-meetings
learn about 20 new & emerging crops
enjoy a 3 course lunch at Bistro'67
This event is a partnership between the Rhizome Institute and Farms at Work, with funding support from the Greenbelt Foundation.
It is one of a series of three Trade Fare events offered by the Rhizome Institute in different regions. The final event will be held in Toronto during the Restaurant Canada Show.
Registration is limited, and pre-registration is required. Register HERE
** Optional **
Sellers bring business cards, promotional flyers or samples if desired!


The Smart Indoor Garden For Any Space
The LeGrow Smart Garden is a complete indoor garden ecosystem. The garden itself is a modular setup where each individual planter pot acts as a building block.
Modular, LEGO®-like Assembly
The modular shape of our plant pots allows limitless creativity. Make your own unique plant arrangements. Stack them high, spread them out, add additional humidifiers or lamps, and grow a large variety of plants and flowers.
LED Grow Lamp
Our two-bulb LED grow lamp provides nourishing light for a variety of plants. It can be set in 6-hour increments so that your plants get the light they need to flourish. Generating up to 50,000 Lux and with adjustable height makes our lamp perfect for winter growing.
Most plants die due to a lack of moisture in the air. This is particularly problematic with indoor environments when heating and air conditioning is present. Our humidifier distributes moisture 360°, providing necessary water for plant growth. In addition, humidifiers have been shown to help reduce eyestrain, soften skin together with many other health benefits.
Quick Charging Pot
Our Power Pot includes 4 USB ports to power all your USB devices, including a Quick Charge 3.0 port for your smart phone, making this pot ideal for side tables and workspaces.
Haobin Lin is the Founder and Chief Designer of Winmart Designs (creator of the LeGrow Smart Garden) and has more than 12 years of industrial design experience.


Monday, July 23, 2012
Just found a nifty group where you can find other bloggers in your area, and list your own blog: Coast to Coast! This sounds like a great idea, and I think I'm going to join up.
And speaking about states, this site shows all 50 states and tells one thing they're great at and one thing they stink at. Kinda interesting.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Been a while since I posted anything. Been a busy summer. And my garden has been busy growing too! Here's what I harvested this week.
(the last of those I planted this winter)
...and mint, basil, and chives.
(Sorry, no picture).


To improve the process of testing canola for green seeds with a time saving more convenient method. The unit is portable ,weight 12 lb. measures 7 by 10 by 14 inches.
Be sure to check out exhibitors that will be showcasing their New Inventions at the 2019 show. They can be found by their signage identifying them as well as the listing in the show guide. All qualifying entries are judged and the two exhibitors will be awarded First and Second Prize.


Knox Area Farmer's Markets
Spring is just around the corner, and there's no lovelier time to shop for fresh produce at our many farmers markets.
Who knew we had so many Farmers Markets in our area? Farmers Markets have so many advantages, and well, they are just so fun to shop at. You are not only supporting local farmers and the local economy, but you get to meet a lot of really nice "neighbors." The produce is freshly picked and at its peak in flavor and nutrition and can often be cheaper. Plus, it's not always just about the produce, you can usually find baked good, crafts, flowers, and many other things.
We wanted to highlight a few local Farmer's Markets and give you a list so you can find one in your area.
|Where: 5908 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville
When: Fridays 3pm-6pm, starting April 13th Across from the Knox Youth Sports Building and the Hank Rappe Playground. Offering a wide variety of hand-picked produce, artisan breads, grass-fed beef, natural pork and chicken, farm fresh eggs and farm-based crafts.
Where: Founders Lot (near CBBC Bank)
When: Saturdays, 9am-12noon, starting April 21 Wednesday
Where: New Providence Presbyterian Church, 703 W. Broadway
When: 3:30pm-6:30pm, first Wed. in June through August The market has vegetables, fruits, potted bedding plants, herbs, honey, eggs, bread, jams, jellies, chicken, beef, lamb, pork and more from East Tennessee growers.
|Where: 1001 Ebenezer Rd. Knoxville
When: Tuesdays 3pm-6pm, starting April 10th The Ebenezer Road Market is in the parking lot of Ebenezer United Methodist Church. The market offers hand-picked produce in season, artisan breads and cheese, grass-fed meat and farm fresh eggs.
|Winter Farmers' Market
Where: Central United Methodist, 201 E Third Ave.
When: April 7 & 21, 10am-2pm The Winter Market will host farm & food vendors selling pasture-raised meats, eggs, winter produce, honey, baked goods, artisan foods, and more. Outside, food trucks will be serving up lunch from locally-sourced ingredients. Market Square Market
Where: Market Square
When: Wednesdays 11am-2pm
Saturdays 9am-2pm, starting May 2nd The Market Square Farmers’ Market is an open-air farmers’ market. Everything at the MSFM is grown or made by the vendor in the East Tennessee region. Products vary by the seasons and include produce, eggs, honey, herbs, pasture-raised meat, bread, baked goods, salsas, coffee, artisan crafts, and more.
|Where: Historic Jackson Sq. Oak Ridge
When: Saturdays 8am-12pm
starting April 14th The market offers seasonal vegetables, herbs, fruits and berries, honey, artisan bread and cheese, grass-fed beef and naturally raised chicken, pork and lamb, farm-based crafts, flowers and potted plants. It's a great place to meet old friends and make new ones, too!
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Tuflex is a leading manufacturer of high-grade tea withering nets. Our tea withering nets are extensively used in tea gardens across India. Comparatively more rust free than conventional metal meshes, these nets are an ideal replacement for steel wire mesh on the tea-withering truss.
Our product ensures that the withered leaves are more hygienic and sanitized; helping maintain the original taste and flavour of tea leaves.Specifications:
Tuflex India manufactures a technically advanced and highly functional range of poultry nets. They are widely used in hatcheries and breeding farms and are extremely helpful in keeping the chicks and eggs safe.Product Quality:
Prepared with the best quality raw materials, our nets match the international quality standards, are designed using square mesh netting, are easy to install and can also be used as safe fencing.Product Highlights:
Highly popular across the Sericulture industry, our brand of Sericulture Nets – Netrika, plays a vital role in the breeding of silk worms. These nets help in the formation and harvesting of silkworm cocoons, and conduct the process in a hygienic environment.Specifications:
One of our most popular Agro products - Rakshak Agro Shading; constitutes of an extremely durable, tear resistant and lightweight knitted fabric made from 100% high-density polyethylene.
Manufactured using imported machinery from Karl Mayer GMBH, it incorporates high quality raw material & superior knitting technology based on international standards.
Highly uniform in shade characteristics and UV stabilized for longevity, it is designed to provide protection and create an ideal atmosphere that stimulates plant growth.
It is available at very competitive rates and promises maximum value for money. Available in a width of 6.5 meters, it further helps reduce installation costs significantly.Product Highlights:
The Anti-hail Nets manufactured in our plant with high quality standards to provide protection from strong wind, hail and frost damages. It keeps out birds and insects and creates an ideal atmosphere that stimulates vigorous plant growth.Specifications:
The Anti-hail Nets Woven is imported & it provide protection from strong wind, hail and frost damages. It keeps out birds and insects and creates an ideal atmosphere that stimulates vigorous plant growth.Specifications:
Tuflex India’s Anti-Bird Net - Suraksha Plus, is very effective in preventing birds from damaging crops, fruits and vegetables. These nets are very fine, elastic and sturdy; ensuring the protection of all kinds of agricultural yields.Specifications:
These Nets play a vital role in improving the quality of rosebuds, right from the budding stage till it is ready for dispatch. The soft sleeves we manufacture, are widely used in the floriculture industry; especially for Dutch roses that require controlled development during budding.Applications:
Rakshak Agro Shading provides protection from the harsh rays of sunlight in nurseries, greenhouses, shade houses etc. It not only controls sunlight and temperature, but also reduces evaporation, minimizes wind, hail, mist rain and frost damages; and keeps birds and insects out creating an ideal atmosphere that stimulates vigorous plant growth. Rakshak Agro Shad these nets also find wide spread applications in ploy houses, apple orchids, tea estates etc.
Tuflex Ground Cover is a black, multi-purpose, woven polypropylene ground cover, combining outstanding weed suppression with excellent water permeability. Instantly recognisable by its distinct and unique colored striped pattern.Tuflex Ground Cover is designed to provide weed-free growing areas for:
Widely used to restrain grass from growing on agricultural farms and home gardens.Specifications:
Anti-bird Netting helps protect fruits and vegetables from being lost to / damaged by thieving birds. Our premium quality Netting is used extensively by various commercial vineyards and fruit farms. One simply needs to drape them over trees or attach them to a frame to protect fruits, trees, vegetables, seedlings and seeds against bird damage.Product Highlights:
Tuflex provides complete KITs in various sizes for seed cage for hybrid seed production. These are available in the following sizes: 100 ft x 80 ft, 100 ft x 100 ft and 100 ft x 120 ft.
Our in house facility for stitching enables us to deliver good strength at joints with UV stabilized imported yarns. We also provide customized solutions with combination of shade net (mono) x shade net (mono), shade net x insect net, insect net x insect net etc., supplying it as a single piece for required length and width.
TUFLEX Monofilament Knitted Fabric is a Raschel Knitted structure manufactured from 100% virgin polyethylene (HDPE) UV stabilized material. Its unique lock stitch construction allows the consumer to cut the fabric without the worry of the fabric unraveling. Monofilament yarn in both the warp and weft direction maximizes the strength properties of the fabric.Advantages:
Made from high quality polyethylene HDPE, our woven insect nets contain UV inhibitors that protect them from the Sun. Under normal conditions they should last up to 3 years.
The sewn joints are machine stitched, and make use of extremely strong industrial threads that are manufactured on-order in the UK and are imported specially for Stitching of Insect Nets.
As the insect nets are made out of HDPE, the production process has minimal impact on the environment. During their lifecycle, they help reduce the amount of pesticides used and at the end of their life they can be recycled.Specifications:
Our thermal net is made out of knitted polyethylene. By using flat Metallic yarn it decreases the air flow but increases the temperature.Key points
These ropes are manufactured with the help of virgin quality raw material under strict quality control for international standards. The use of extremely sophisticated & automated machines and modern production techniques ensures that these ropes are highly flexible & durable.
HDPE ropes manufactured & supplied by Tuflex India are useful for all types of industries including marine, fisheries, transport, shipping, utility & power transmission, engineering & construction etc.
Narrow Polypropylene Webbing it is a technical product used in the Polyhouses to support the UV Films from high pressure windsSpecifications:
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A hose timer is a great device that can help you maintain your garden, lawn, or yard with little effort, and it helps you simplify your garden care. You no longer have to be concerned about water waste or soggy lawns. With hose timers, you can set the time and carry on with your work because the timer will handle the rest. They automatically turn on and off the irrigation system without needing to do it manually. The helpful features and settings of these timers ensure that they run and stop at a designated time and your plants get the right amount of water when they need it. Additionally, they are easy to install and simple to use, and they give you the freedom to stop watering the yard by hand.
Hose timers are excellent for everyday use and much better for vacations or whenever you're away from home. When you choose a hose timer for your drip irrigation system, you should pick the one that best suits your watering requirements. However, it can be overwhelming to choose the best from so many available options.
For your convenience, we have compiled a list of the top 5 water hose timers for drip irrigation. When attached to a drip system, these smart timers will save you time as well as water. So, let's begin and explore these best options!
The Galcon Bluetooth Flip Open Hose End Timer is a potent device that is designed with solid material to use with a drip irrigation system. With this advanced unit, you will never worry about keeping your garden hydrated. It offers a nice collection of programmable features. The timer has a flip-open front panel to protect the controller.
You can use the Galcon BT app to program the irrigation remotely or use buttons on the controller. The Galcon BT app is available for both iOS and Android devices. Using the controller, you can set the watering duration between 1 minute and 12 hours. Additionally, the device is easy to program, contains a convenient display, and is an affordable yet effective solution for smaller areas.
- Solid compact body
- Flip open front panel
- Manual operation setting
- Rain delay
- Compatible with mobile phone
- FHT inlet and MHT outlet
The Galcon 7001d High Flow Timer with Inline Valve is a high-flow and water-resistant hose timer that features numerous handy functions to take care of your watering needs. The timer has a removable LCD controller, a 1" built-in high-flow valve, and a low battery indicator for your convenience. The indicator allows you to replace the batteries in the device at a suitable time without interrupting your work. The 1” valve allows for higher flow within the irrigation system compared to the ¾” Female hose thread options.
Moreover, the device comes with a protective cover that shields the display from weather, UV rays, and accidental damage. With this timer, you can set the watering duration from 1 minute to 12 hours.
- Water-resistant body
- Easy programming
- Manual operation
- Built-in high-flow valve with FPT inlet and outlet
The Orbit B-hyve Smart Hose Timer is the most versatile and sophisticated unit that elevates user comfort to the next level. With this timer, you can water your lawn easily with all the programming functions available to you on your mobile phone.
The brilliance of Orbit B-hyve allows you to connect your timer to your phone through a Wi-Fi connection and make customized watering schedules for your landscape remotely from the B-hyve mobile app. In addition, the timer is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. You can program the device from the application or web browser. It requires a 2.0 hub to activate Smart functions. Its extra-large dial and easy-to-read screen make it perfect to use for a drip irrigation system.
- Smart capabilities
- Easy installation
- Compatible with Android and iOS devices
- Rain delay function to prevent overwatering.
The Orbit Multi-valve LCD Timer offers the perfect combination of user-friendliness and innovation to develop a powerful tool. This hose timer can control up to four hose-mounted valves. The device has a 4-outlet manifold, a timer, and two valves. Its programming is simple, and you get a maximum runtime of up to 240 minutes.
With its durable yet lightweight design, the timer offers ease and precision to your watering needs. Attach its standard female hose thread (FHT) inlet to a water source and male hose thread (MHT) outlet to your drip irrigation system for easy setup.
- Easy programming
- FHT inlet and MHT inlet
- Easy to install
- Able to control 4 watering zones
DIG LEIT Solar Timer is an excellent alternative to battery or electricity-powered timers. These timers don't need a battery or AC power. Instead, they run entirely on solar light, so they are an eco-friendly irrigation timer. They allow you to choose your desired watering time duration from 1 minute all the way up to 6 hours. This simple and easy-to-use device can undoubtedly revolutionize the way you maintain your garden or lawn.
At DripWorks, we have different types of DIG solar timers, which differ in the size of valves. You can explore the collection of these sustainable timers here!
- Power-saving large LCD screen
- No direct sunlight needed
- Manual process
- Rain sensor
- Seasonal adjustment per month (0-200%)
- No power source or battery required
- Includes flow adjustment handle on valve
- No wiring required
- Pre-installed valve
Crucial Things to Consider Before Buying Hose Timers
Hose timers are an invaluable tool for busy gardeners. These useful devices make it simple to keep plants healthy and hydrated without having to remember to manually turn on the drip irrigation system.
Gardeners and landscapers can maintain a lush, healthy garden with hose timers. However, it's important to consider some factors before buying the best hose timer for your drip irrigation system. These factors will help you make an informed buying decision and get the timer that best suits your drip system layout and budget.
Type of Hose Timer
The type of hose timer you require for your irrigation system is the first and foremost factor to consider. The types of hose timers include Mechanical or Automatic timers and Electronic or Solar timers. Mechanical hose timer timers are cost-effective, simple, and run without any electricity. On the other hand, automatic hose timers are programmable and offer smart features such as transparent digital screens and Bluetooth or Wi-Fi options to connect. These timers require a power supply either from batteries or electrical outlets.
Moreover, mechanical hose timers run on a battery, usually on one or two AA batteries. Further, solar hose timers get energy from the sun. They contain a digital screen and may have some programmable functions in addition to setting the timer. Therefore, determine your needs and choose the type that fulfills them all.
Durability and Warranty
Buying a hose timer is an investment that will pay out in the long run. Therefore, your device must be durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of regular use. The hose timer will have to water various areas, so only high-quality materials must be used for its construction to ensure it does not break down.
Check the material used to build the hose timer, the brand's warranty offered, and reliability. Choose a model from a reputable brand that provides an excellent warranty so that you can get the tool repaired or replaced in case of any issue or damage.
Watering Duration and Scheduling
Next, choose an automatic hose timer for a drip irrigation system with flexible water scheduling and duration. Some timers have a 24-hour schedule, 48 hours, or weekly. Also, make sure the timer has the right watering duration to meet your garden's needs.
Hose Timer Features
Last but not least, get the hose timer that offers all the features you need for your garden or lawn. Hose timers for a drip system come with a variety of features, from the most basic to the most advanced.
Some common and crucial features you should consider are rain delay functions, rain-sensing functions, multiple outlets, programmability, and remote control. Choose the timer that best fits the watering needs of your plants.
The Bottom Line
Hose timers are excellent tools for anyone who wants to maintain their garden while on vacation, who is often away from home, or who forgets to turn on and off the irrigation system daily. The best hose timer can take your irrigation and gardening efforts to the next level by allowing you to control the water flow and supply a precise amount of water to each area.
In the above list, we have picked the finest ones with the most advanced features that can accommodate all your garden or lawn needs. No matter which model you use, your timer will automatically turn on/off the water when you want, saving you time and water and helping your garden thrive while you're away.
You can explore the high-quality selection of hose timers for a drip irrigation system here!
In case of any queries, feel free to contact our team at 1-800-522-3747. Our irrigation experts are always here to help you find the best option for your garden needs.


It seems like there is never enough space. With the high costs of operating a grow, cultivators need every advantage they can get. So how do you keep more inventory on hand when every inch of your facility floor is occupied? Look up. Vertical grow racks can take advantage of the vast amounts of empty space you otherwise would never utilize.
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems Inc. has manufactured mobile vertical racking systems for decades, and that proved to be the perfect launching pad for Pipp Horticulture, a leading provider of indoor cannabis cultivation racking systems and solutions, which debuted in 2017. Although the company’s national sales manager, Curtis Dadian, admits mobile racking solutions are not a brand-new concept, he is excited about the impact they’re now having on a whole new industry.
“The value proposition or purpose of mobile vertical racking systems has always been simple,” Dadian said. “They dramatically increase storage capacity within a fixed space, providing double or triple capacity compared to static [non-movable] storage equipment. This objective is achieved through the proper design and implementation of a mobile racking system.”
Mobile grow racks eliminate the need for permanent aisles, providing more canopy space for crops and equipment.
“Through the use of well-designed and professionally installed carriage-driven mobile racking systems, aisles can be created throughout a facility when, where, and as needed,” Dadian explained. “This eliminates the need for permanent aisles to remain open at all times while being replaced with additional storage equipment and increased capacity.”
Pipp Mobile Storage Systems Inc. has been in business for more than forty years. The company applied its experience, knowhow, and operational resources to designing a product line especially for indoor cannabis cultivation and processing, which now is offered by Pipp Horticulture.
“Pipp Horticulture offers a full line of products designed for and offered specifically to the cannabis industry,” Dadian said. “This includes our integrated grow tray offering, our unique cultivation racking system — which allows for full pass-through of required equipment such as airflow ducting or continuous trays — our patented [Vertical Air Solutions] airflow system designed to mitigate microclimate issues that can arise in a multi-level grow space, and our Track-Free system, specifically designed for the cannabis cultivator to enable easier and more effective cleaning between harvests.”
Because these products are not one-size-fits-all and no two businesses in the cannabis industry are the same, Pipp offers customized solutions to meet unique requirements. Customers are encouraged to take an active role in the design process.
“During the design process, our customers are encouraged to participate in the review and analysis, providing access to the full breadth of the Pipp Hort team including sales, engineering, design, and cultivation professionals,” Dadian said. “We ensure each and every project is a true collaboration, because our goal is to help our customers reach and exceed their goals operationally and financially.”
One of the new products routinely praised by customers is Pipp’s ELEVATE™ Platform System. An obvious drawback to growing overhead is reaching overhead plants. The ELEVATE™ system allows cultivators easy access to the upper levels of their operations.
“Having to service upper grow levels by accessing them with a rolling ladder or lift isn’t thrilling work,” Dadian said. “Welcome ELEVATE™! It’s an integrated catwalk system that is easily installed and just as easily removed, creating a full-length walking platform [aisle] for a team of farmers to more efficiently perform their work, row by row. This product has been extremely well-received and remains in high demand with both existing users of Pipp Horticulture Mobile Vertical Racking Systems and brand new customers.”
Pipp is well-positioned to expand and take things to a whole new level (pardon the pun). The company recently acquired GGS Structures, which offers high-quality commercial greenhouse structures.
“With the addition of the GGS Structures brand, Pipp Horticulture is now able to deliver the full range of cultivation racking and benching equipment regardless of the size of the facility, type of structure, budget, or growing strategy,” Dadian said. “We are extremely excited about this acquisition and have already seen how naturally these two brands complement each other.”
Pipp is far from finished innovating, according to Dadian.
“After nearly fifty years of doing business, we have worked through operational and logistical challenges, established proven partnerships with world-class suppliers, developed an international installation network of resources, and more,” he said. “We look forward to announcing the next cannabis cultivation facility improvement system and family of products, coming to you soon from Pipp Horticulture.”


We have a small pear tree in our garden that is displaying an odd behaviour.
In the middle of the summer, all the leaves turned brown and fell. We assumed this to be a disease, such as Fire Blight or similar, and were about to dig it up, when we noticed a few fresh leaves on the lowest branches. We then left it for a bit to see what happened - and it seems to have thrived, now having a full complement of nice green leaves, and even a single tiny pear - but it's mid-November, so I'd expect a deciduous tree to be losing it's leaves now?
It was bought two years ago as a "patio" variety in a pot, but it did something similar last year, so we, assuming it was struggling for water in the pot, decided to plant it out properly. While on the patio it was next to a potted Camellia Sinensis, now it's alone as far as larger plants go.


The baler 150 is a mid range baler with a bale weight output up to 150 kg, depending on material used.
this machine is suitable for materials such as cardboard, plastics, foil and textile.
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- Fully automatic bale ejector: simplifies removal of the bale.
- Bale weight output 150 KG
Sliding top door for easy loading of material.


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this is avintageMcCormick Deering #100 model which is the smallest they made for pulling behind the small Farmalls like Cubs/100s/140 and A series also behind the B series....the Spreader has been treated roughly I think but it is straight and solid except the floor is gone,at one time some idiot welded some extension sides to it and I removed themn carefully so that it could be restored easier...the tires are junk but it still rolls and i don't see any thing missing ....I can load for you. would look really nice behind your small farmall to pull the kids around in at parades etc.....the price now is firm, bottom dollar, other wise I will put it up for the winter and take to a Spring tractor show then it will sell....so here is one more chance for a littl winter project......thanks.out my other items - opens in a new window or tab!Be sure to add me to your favorites list - opens in a new window or tab!.
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First-of-its-kind international exhibition on agricultural investments to offer unique perspective on current and future agriculture landscape worldwide
Abu Dhabi-UAE: 25 October, 2017: Abu Dhabi is gearing up to showcase Agriscape 2017, an international exhibition dedicated to agricultural investments abroad and organized by the Abu Dhabi Food Security Alliance (ADFSA) in collaboration with the Food Security Center – Abu Dhabi (FSCAD) under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs.
Set to run from November 14 to 15, 2017 at Rosewood Abu Dhabi, the first-of-its-kind event will provide companies seeking investment opportunities in the farmland sector abroad with a comprehensive overview of current and future global trends in agriculture, while enhancing the role of local players in fostering national food security. It will convene some 51 exhibitors offering agri-land and other agri-assets from more than 40 countries, and 300 buyers and key decision makers from companies actively involved in food security and international farmland and agro-processing sectors from around the globe. The closed, ‘by invitation only’ event will enable participants to discuss and compare the latest opportunities available in the farmland and agri-food investment domains.
Agriscape 2017 will feature a unique format, grouping an exhibition, workshops, preset one-to-one meetings and networking sessions among agri-land buyers.
His Excellency Khalifa Al Ali, CEO, Food Security Center Abu Dhabi (FSCAD), said: “We are delighted to host the inaugural edition of Agriscape that demonstrates the growing emphasis the Abu Dhabi Food Security Alliance places on integrating the efforts of key stakeholders to ensure the sustainability, stability and availability of secure food supplies under all circumstances.
“Agriscape 2017 will mark a major milestone in catalyzing strategic collaboration among key players to ensure continued investment in agribusinesses that can in turn help achieve sustainable productivity of farmlands and long-term food security. We are confident that the event will enhance Abu Dhabi’s position as a major facilitator of investment in this important sector.”
The Food Security Centre - Abu Dhabi (FSCAD) was set up in 2010 to ensure the access of all citizens and residents to healthy, safe and nutritious food, even during periods of crisis.
Dr Saad Khalil, food security consultant in Riyadh and former director of King Abdullah's Initiative for Saudi Agricultural Investment Abroad, said: “Agriscape 2017 provides an unmissable platform for the key stakeholders in the agribusiness sector to examine challenges and explore investment opportunities. While GCC, China and Singapore are among the countries actively involved in agricultural investments abroad, countries in Africa, Australia, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Russia are among the major recipients of agriculture investment due to the abundance of natural resources including fertile land, water, among others. Given the importance of food security for investing countries, their private sector with expertise and access to capital and state-of-the-art production technologies continues to seek investment opportunities in the farmland sector abroad to address the challenges posed by the scarcity of natural resources.”
Agriscape is hosted by the Abu Dhabi Food Security Alliance, a consortium of government institutions and private sector companies that aims to foster partnerships to achieve sustainable food security through cooperation.
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Total domestic wheat supplies for the marketing year which began July 1, 1953 are now estimated at about million bushels. This would be the largest on record and 10 percent above the previous peak of million bushels in l9h2-li3. It also would be 13 percent above the million bushels of 1952-53. Domestic disappearance for l953-5h is estimated at about 700 million bushels, slightly more than the 692 mil lion of 1952-53. If exports total about 260 million, about 800 million would be left for carryover on July 1, l95h. This would be more than 25 percent above the record of 631 million in i9h2, and about percent above the 559 million for July 1, 1953. The final size of our exports will depend upon the way crops turn out in both exporting and importing countries. On the basis of early season prospects, United States exports may be expected to range between 250 and 275 million bushels.
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With a record breaking up to 80x80 coverage the Mars 400 can easily replace a 250W HPS or HID traditional grow light, produce a superior yield and higher quality Flowers all while reducing operational cost to around 1/3!
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Powerful: Next Generation Epistar™ High Intensity LED’s. (HI-LED)
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The agency said untimely rains in some parts of the country during February and March impacted Rabi crop as well as consumer sentiments.
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So far, barely 9% of the country has seen normal rainfall as the monsoon stopped advancing on June 15 and the rain deficit has been as high.
Though India is highly dependent on rain-fed agriculture it may be able to shrug off an occasional bad monsoon.
The shares of consumer goods companies have fallen out of investors’ favour due to concerns over slowdown in consumption and lofty valuations.
But a possible El Nino effect may impact pulses production in the country and it may lead to higher imports of the commodity.
Pravin Dongre, chairman, Indian Pulses & Grains Association, said: "Prices have gone up since January as untimely rain and hailstorm have affected the crop."
Over the years, irrigation facilities and usage have also increased, helping offset some of the negative impact of a poor monsoon.


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That strange glowing orb in the sky
We have had a day and a half with no rain, we will see what today brings. Yesterday was the first day in a week that one of our fairways was mown. We have been very cool and wet, now the heat is here along with humidity. This weather is perfect for growing fungus. The flowers seem to be enjoying some warm weather, as well as the mosquitos. Don't forget to arm yourself with bug spray. Remember, bug spray kills turf, please spray yourself on the paths.


CONTINUED improvements in Murray-Darling Basin storages are expected to see Riverland irrigators and growers reach full allocations for the 2020/21 water year “before the start” of summer. The Department of Environment and Water (DEW) on Monday announced an opening water allocation of 40 per cent for SA Murray irrigators, rising from the previous eight per […]
PROJECTIONS for the 2020/21 water year have “significantly improved” since last month’s opening allocation announcement, with a senior local industry figure confident of Riverland growers and irrigators reaching 100 per cent.
A MINIMUM water allocation announcement of two per cent for Riverland growers and irrigators represents the lowest figure a senior local industry figure could recall.
A SHARP drop in water prices has brought some relief to Riverland growers and irrigators, however a senior industry figure expects the market to be “tough” again this year.


I have left last year’s parsley plant in its pot and it has now flowered. Should I wait until the flowers dry out (or dry them out by picking them), and then can I plant the seeds?
Wait until they dry on the plant, and then harvest them to plant again.
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🇧🇩 Jaipur Hāt is a village near the Ruins of the Buddhist Vihara at Paharpur in Rajshahi Division, Bangladesh. Jaipur Hāt is also known as Jaipur Hat, Jaipur Hāt, Jaypur Hat. Joypurhat জয়পুরহাট জেলা,is a district in the northern part of Bangladesh. It is part of Rajshahi Division. Joypurhat's economy is mainly based on seasonal crops like rice, potato, wheat, onion, mango, jackfruit, and banana. It also produces a huge amount of sugarcane and it holds the country's largest sugar mill, Joypurhat Sugar Mill's Limited. There are also a lot of industries, rice mills and poultry farms in this district. It exports many agricultural products. Hili land port is very close to Joypurhat district, so many people of this district do export-import business by this port and about all the vehicles of this port run over this district. This district is appropriate for all kind of business.


John and Tammy Stoltzfus of B-A Blessing Farm welcome you for an all-day organic dairy field day event to learn how to incorporate fodder production on your farm. Hear from John about how fodder is produced and fed as a part of his milking herd ration. Representatives from Farmtek and an Organic Valley specialist will also be available to answer product and nutrition questions. This field day is co-sponsored by NOFA-NY through the USDA Risk Management Agency, Outreach and Assistance Program and Organic Valley CROPP Cooperative. This program is supported by USDA/OREI and Carey Institute
Title: Fodder Production for Organic Dairy
Wednesday, August 27th
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B-A Blessing Farm- 1553 Hesselton Gully Rd., Whitesville, NY 14897 (Allegany County)
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. Pre-registration is encouraged and closes at 4pm on August 25. After this, registration will be taken at the event- please arrive 15 minutes early to walk-in register. Snack provisions will be provided.


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NEW Heritage Fungicide 1 LB Bottle by Syngenta. Heritage Fungicide is a preventative and post-emergent fungicide that takes care of a large variety of diseases. The product works by inhibiting the mitochondria of the fungi from respirating, stopping their growth and killing them.Heritage works on ornamental plants and turf grasses, being absorbed through the crowns, leaves, and roots of the plant. Just spray the diseased plant with Heritage and the fungus will die within days. Do not water the treated area within 24 hours of application, as this will reduce the effectiveness of the product. Fitting into many resistance programs, Heritage offers long-term disease control and increases the quality of your turf. For use in: Golf Courses, Sod Farms, Ornamental, Commercial and Residential Lawns and Landscapes, Institutional, Public, Commercial and Industrial Building, Parks, Recreational areas, Shade-houses, Greenhouses, Nurseries, and Athletic Fields. Target Pests: Leaf, Flower Blights, Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew, Anthracnose, Rusts, Brown Patch, Gray Leaf Spot, Summer Patch, Zoysia patch, Pythium blight and Snow Mold. Heritage should be applied prior to disease development. Mix Heritage with the required amount of water and apply as a dilute spray application in 2-4 gallons of water per 1000 square feet (87-174 gallons per acre). Repeat applications at specified intervals. For spot treatments, use 0.2 oz. Heritage per 1 to 2 gallons of water. DO NOT apply more than 10 lb. Make applications by ground only.
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I started these seeds last spring and every single seed germinated. I have 100 plants from one pack of seeds. They have not flowered yet this spring but I am expecting big things from this plant.
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This is a very striking colour - I only managed to get one plant this year but will be sowing more for next year.


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For garden soils with a pH of less than 6.0, a quick application of Garden Lime will help to improve nutrient uptake ensuring healthier roots and stems. It also reduces soil acidity, so keep it away from your azaleas! Garden Lime is also a big help when trying to break down heavy clay soils.
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The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has ordered a forensic audit into the supply of seed made by nine companies contracted by the National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS).
The Committee Chairman and Bugweri County MP, Abdu Katuntu issued the directive following an interface with officials from the nine companies that supplied seeds worth Shillings 3.9billion.
During the interface, the committee noted glaring irregularities in the delivery of seeds. Ssome of the seeds were delivered to unknown recipients while other companies delivered supplies to beneficiaries who declined to acknowledge receipt.
Only three of the nine companies including Equator Seeds Limits, Pearl Seeds Limits and Raj General seem to have convinced the committee after presenting duly signed delivery notes and goods received notes.
The other companies including Victoria Seeds, Balton (U) Ltd, Tropical Agro and Advisory Services, Farm Inputs Care Centre (FICA) Ltd failed to satisfy the committee. Ssembeguya Estates and Grow More Seeds and Chemicals did not appear before the committee.


Large papery-petaled flowers in airbrushed pastel shades including smokey gray, pewter, lilac, mauve edged in white, pink, soft orange, white and bicolor picotee. Plants grow 18-30 in. tall.
English artist and garden enthusiast Sir Cedric Morris developed these unique dusky shades in 1910. Packet is Packet is 1 gram, about 8,000 seeds.
Growing Mother of Pearl Shirley Poppy Seeds
Direct sow Shirley poppies into prepared seed beds that have been cleared of weeds and have had the top 1 in. of soil loosened. Rake seed in. Press into soil by walking over the area. Keep moist until germination. Can start indoors in 2 in. containers.
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We guarantee all the seeds we sell for one full year from the date of purchase. If you are unsatisfied with any seeds purchased from Swallowtail Garden Seeds, we will issue a refund. For customers in the U.S., we can send one-time replacement packets or issue a refund.


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Henbit Weed Offers Temporary Purple Magesty
Posted By darryl On May 5, 2013 @ 10:10 am In Regional News | No Comments
NORTHWEST MISSOURI — The hills are bursting with color as spring unfolds, including the beautiful purple tinge due to a weed commonly called “henbit,” a member of the mint family. The presence of henbit is particularly prevalent due to the late spring this year. The small weeds usually die when weather temperatures rise. Many farmers complain that henbit balls up and makes plowing difficult but early spring spraying can control
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We are offering an optimum quality assortment of Rotavator PTO Triangular Pipe, which are widely used in various agricultural purposes. Highly appreciated by the clients for its fine finish and durable quality this pipe is offered by us in various dimensions. We manufacture this triangular pipe using the finest quality raw material and advanced techniques. We offer this Rotavator PTO Triangular Pipe at highly competitive price to the clients.


Welcome to Tien Quarter Horses website! We are located in Northwest Kansas, one mile south and one half mile east of Prairie View. We are a family owned farm/ranch operation where our farming interests include growing wheat, corn and alfalfa. We also raise commercial Angus cattle and breed and sell ranch & AQHA performance horses. We specialize in breeding for conformation, disposition and proven pedigrees, with a special emphasis on the Two Eyed Jack line.


A massive thank you to the PTFA
We have big plans to continue to develop our beautiful grounds and this morning we planted our long-awaited perennial plants that were ordered with a donation from the PTFA summer fair funds.
They don’t look much yet but “from little things big things grow”!
Many thanks to the PTFA for your hard work fundraising and getting our planting started. Also huge thanks to everyone that supports our school events to raise these invaluable funds.


What are the downsides to growing your own fruit and veg? There aren’t any.
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Evergreen Greenhouses Evergreen Greenhouses are designed in New Zealand for green-fingered Kiwis looking to take their gardening to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to get a head start on the tomato season or a seasoned horticulturalist looking for a little bit more room - you can do it all in an Evergreen. Eat fresh, live healthy and keep your garden growing all year round with an Evergreen greenhouse or tunnel house.
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Assembled dimensions: L 500cm x W 190cm x H 200cm
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Farm to School Training
Monday, June 27, 2016 we are offering a farm to school training in Kearney as a pre-conference session to the Nebraska Student Nutrition Association conference. School food service staff and fruit and vegetable growers are both invited to attend. There will be separate trainings for the groups, and then a combined opportunity to network and share with the school, detailing what it is that your farm offers. An optional lunch will be provided for free within the larger conference at 11:45. Mileage reimbursement is available for food producers. Advanced workshop and lunch registration is requested. Holiday Inn, 110 S. Second Ave., Kearney. RSVP in advance to Sarah Smith,firstname.lastname@example.org or 402.
Filter Feeding is Cool: Aquaculture in NRCS
June 28. Online. National experts from Auburn University School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences will discuss various aquaculture operational types, focusing primarily on fresh water applications. This free, one-hour webinar is presented by the Science and Technology Deputy Area of NRCS. http://www.
Webinar: Profitable Urban Farming on Leased Land
June 28. This free webinar features Curtis Stone of Green City Acres in Kewlona, BC. This workshop will include some growing techniques and some business strategies used by Curtis on his farm, which grows $80,000 worth of produce on less than an acre of land each year. http://www.nofamass.org/
Record Keeping for Grazing Systems--It's Not Just Spreadsheets Anymore
June 29. Online. This free, one-hour webinar is presented by the East National Technology Support Center of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The webinar's purpose is to help NRCS staff realize that there are several record keeping systems available to livestock producers, several of them by apps through the producer's smart phone, tablets, or laptop computers. These 'other' record keeping systems have been developed by farmers and ranchers themselves, as well as some land grant universities. Take a look at some of these systems and how NRCS and other technical advisors can use the data from this diversity of record keeping systems to obtain the information they need to administer technical assistance and documentation of implementation of grazing management. http://www.
June 30th, Lincoln. The University of Nebraska Department of Agronomy and Horticulture is offering a free informational seminar on the production of hops for hobbyists and those interested in the potential for growing this specialty crop for profit. Presented by University researchers, this program will provide background information on hop growth and development, cultivation, and harvesting, as well as discussion on challenges with the production, handling, and marketing of this crop specific to Nebraska. http://agronomy.unl.
Agritourism Conversations: The Community: Powerful Promotions through Partners
June 30. Online. Join California Agritourism Group for their series of free, one-hour, lunchtime webinars and online conversations. This session features Tiffany Dozier, Yolo County Visitors Bureau, and Evan Oakes, Ag Venture Tours and Consulting. Webinar registration is required. http://sfp.ucdavis.
Nuc Honeybee Hive
We have a 4 frame nuc hive located in Hastings ready to be sold. The nuc has 4 frames and a 2016 queen which was grafted on our farm from one of our overwintered queens. Located in Hastings ready to leave the farm anytime. We recommend bringing your equipment and we will transfer the frames into your equipment for the ride home. Contact Hannah via email@example.com
Large stacking agricultural crates for producers for sale
FarmTable Delivery is selling large stacking agricultural crates for producers. They measure 23.75 x 15.75 x 7.25 inches, have ventilation holes and are asymmetrical so they can either nest or stack with a 180 degree turn. A great product - food grade, freezer and dishwasher safe, some producers use them for deliveries and have customers dishwash and return them!
We have added pastured poultry to our farm, and will be processing them on-farm, so we're looking to fill one or two more positions for very part-time work. We will slaughter and process once every two weeks beginning Monday, June 6th and continuing through September. Pay is hourly, and subject to employment taxes. Our farm is a 20 minute drive southwest of Lincoln, so if you're in our area and interested in gaining experience processing poultry, please shoot us an email! Alex McKiernan, Robinette Farms,
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Omaha area gardens sought for milkweed/monarch research project
I am studying monarch caterpillar survivability in conservation areas compared to residential gardens. I am asking for help in locating people with gardens that could be part of my study. I would need to visit a garden once every four days throughout the summer. An ideal garden should have at least ten milkweed plants from two species. We will have small quantities of milkweed (swamp milkweed & common milkweed) that we can provide to help bring the garden’s total milkweed to the number needed. My name is Emily, and I am a master’s student at UNO. Please contact me firstname.lastname@example.org for more information. Thank you!
New Farm Storage Facility Loan
The Farm Storage Facility Loan (FSFL) Program administered by the FSA has expanded to include some new eligible commodities. The new commodities eligible for facility loans include floriculture, hops, rye, milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, meat and poultry (unprocessed), eggs, and aquaculture (excluding systems that maintain live animals through uptake and discharge of water). Commodities already eligible for the loans include corn, grain sorghum, rice, soybeans, oats, peanuts, wheat, barley, minor oilseeds harvested as whole grain, pulse crops (lentils, chickpeas and dry peas), hay, honey, renewable biomass, and fruits, nuts and vegetables for cold storage facilities. Loan applications should be filed in the administra-
Operating a small-scale poultry hatchery
Wednesday, July 6 at 2:00 pm CDT. There is an increased interest in urban poultry flocks. This has lead to an increased need for chicks. Dr. Tony Pescatore of the University of Kentucky will give a presentation on running a small-scale poultry hatchery. https://learn.


The latest U.S. Drought Monitor map for Kansas shows an increase in the area that is abnormally dry or in drought conditions. The latest numbers from the National Drought Mitigation Center, show that over 35 and a half percent of the state is considered abnormally dry or in drought conditions. Nearly six and a half percent of the state is considered in moderate drought while over two percent of the state is considered in severe drought. The drought areas are in a four county area along the Kansas/Oklahoma border that include portions of Meade, Clark, Comanche and Barber counties. There’s also a five county area in far northwest Kansas, including portions of Cheyenne, Rawlins, Decatur, Sherman and Thomas counties that are in moderate or severe drought. The states surrounding Kansas, each saw areas of abnormally dry and drought conditions expand.


Asked by: Raina Graplasked in category: General Last Updated: 30th May, 2020
How does garlic mustard spread?
Also asked, how do you keep garlic mustard from spreading?
To prevent spreading, do not mow garlic mustard when seed pods are present (May-September). Revisit pulled sites as often as possible to re-pull plants that sprout from left behind root fragments. This is especially important later in the spring as seeds develop.
Beside above, why is garlic mustard a problem? The Problem Its numerous seeds are dispersed by wind and water. It invades fields and woodlands, displacing native vegetation. Garlic mustard can change soil conditions to inhibit the growth of most other plants.
Keeping this in view, how does garlic mustard affect humans?
Garlic Mustard forms dense monocultures that reduce the biodiversity and aesthetic value of natural areas. The effects of Garlic Mustard on ecosystems are long-lasting and may permanently alter forests, even after removal. It releases allelopathic chemicals that change soil chemistry and prevent growth of other plants.
Where does garlic mustard grow?
This species occurs most frequently in upland and floodplain forests, savannas, and along roadsides. It invades shaded areas, especially disturbed sites, and open woodland. It is capable of growing in dense shade and occasionally occurs in areas receiving full sun. Garlic mustard is a biennial herb.


Friday, July 13, 2012
Weeding and Watering.
As you may have determined by my last post, I have a laissez faire approach to weeds. If they are pretty and behave themselves, they may stay. If they're ugly, they get ripped out right away. Likewise, if they encroach, smother or otherwise impede the growth or flourishing of the lawful plants (read: beans, tomatoes, peppers, cabbages, basil, herbs, recognized flowers, etc.), they will be uprooted.
Today was an uprooting sort of day.
I learned last week, to my dismay, that a half hour or so of water every other day (or so) may dampen the top of the soil, but does absolutely nothing where it counts: deeper down, where the roots are. Another 15 daylilies had arrived from our friend Don at - what IS his farm's name again? Lily-something. The queenmum will surely supply it in the comments. Anyway, digging deep holes to place them in revealed the water shortage. A half an inch down, the soil was bone dry. I'd been making much of how much time I spend in the garden watering and etc., but it sure hadn't accomplished anything! Note to self: if you're going to water, you have to water. Water like you mean it.
Out this morning, watering like I mean it, I learned another lesson: weeding helps with watering.
As I watered, I absent-mindedly pulled out some grass and the occasional ugly weed. Their roots not only brought the dry soil to the surface, but also left an avenue for the water to soak down into the soil. I crouched down, then, with the hose, watering and weeding at the same time. Three hours later, my compost bin is full, my legs and back are a bit sore, and the garden looks refreshed - but the soil probably still needs another couple of hours' worth of water on it!
How I wish it would rain. . . .
More than ever, I appreciate the parables in which Jesus talks about gardening. Preparing the soil, pruning, good and bad fruit, dealing with seeds, fertilizing, weeding, watering - He talks about it all. And as I do all of those things in my little garden, I think about how He is doing all of those things in my life, in the lives of those around me, and all the way up to our country, other countries, and the whole world. There is a time for everything, isn't there? Well, I see some weeding and some watering in our future. And I'm going to spend some more time re-reading the gardening parables.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Some years ago, I attended the funeral of a wonderful old woman who came from the Tidewater Virginia area. It was a hot, summer day, and we drank lemonade, ate cucumber sandwiches and told stories about Nan.
Walking around the old church grounds I spied a beautiful purple flower in the lawn, growing in the grass. The pastor clearly thought I was a bit strange, but readily gave consent to dig one up and armed me with a spoon and a paper cup with which to do so. It was no easy task, but I finally succeeded in getting a plant with a bit of some root to it. I prepped it for travel, and popped it into the ground when I got home. Some days later, it seemed to have disappeared. Oh well. Probably just as well. I had no idea what it was, and was vaguely worried lest it have invasive weed-type qualities. With those wire-like roots, they could cause a problem. I would always remember the day of Nan's funeral, and didn't need the little purple flower to remind me.
The next year, two or three sprigs popped up which I suspected were Nan's flower. I left them in place, even though they did not bloom that year. The year after that, there were considerably more sprigs, with flowers. They were pretty! There was only one problem that I could see, and that was the roots. They are incredibly difficult to dig out of areas they have strayed into, into which you do not wish them to roam. The plant stands a foot tall, and seems to spread by root as well as by seed, as they began to be seen popping up well beyond the reach of the first transplant. I begin to suspect I have a problem.
"Does anyone know what this plant is?" I posted on facebook a week or so ago, with a picture of the plant in question. The picture above, in fact. Almost immediately, a friend posted a possible identity. "Wild Petunia?" she questions.
I hadn't even heard of a wild petunia. But at least I had a place to start my research. "Weed with purple flower" hadn't given me anything. "Wild Petunia," however, turned up immediate pictures that confirmed that my flower was indeed a wild petunia, or Ruellia. As I continued reading, my worst suspicions were confirmed. Although there are Ruellias which are lovely and well-behaved, mine apparently are not.
Note to self: Before you go to all the trouble of digging up and transplanting something you suspect might be weed-like in its growth habit, do some research first. If it has a common name like "iron root," by all means DO NOT PLANT IT.
Next up, the Ruellia relocation program. I think I have just the spot where - if they can survive - they may happily spread out and make themselves at home. I hope they make it. Actually, I hope I succeed in digging their iron roots out of the cucumber patch! I'm sure I will. Anything associated with Nan wouldn't even think of ever making a nuisance of itself.
And I've learned a valuable lesson.


Pruning Woody Roots Prior Transplanting
If you could prepare the tree for transplanting for three years prior digging the root ball. Here is a drawing of 3 stages for pruning woody roots.
Prune woody roots correctly!
John A. Keslick Jr.
Consulting Tree Biologist
Text & Graphics Copyright 2008 Keslick & Son Modern Arboriculture


Warning Because the flowering almond bush blooms on 1-year-old stems, you.
Jan 01, The next step in pruning a flowering almond shrub is to trim out all dead, insect infested or diseased branches. Prune back branches that cross or rub against each other.
Finally, complete your ornamental almond pruning by cutting back about a third of the tree’s new growth. Make each cut just above a lateral branch or shrubpruning.barted Reading Time: 2 mins. Flowering almond is a deciduous bush that blooms in spring. This type of plant is pruned immediately after flowering. Pruning at this time gives it the rest of the growing season to produce new greenery.
If you pruned earlier you would risk cutting off the buds and would miss the floral display. Pruning flowering almond shrubs is best completed immediately after blooms fade in the spring.
This encourages growth and promotes abundant flowering the following year. 1 Clean pruning and lopping. Oct 14, The most important almond tree pruning should occur after the first growing season wherein primary scaffold selection is done. Select upright Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins. May 29, Fact sheet: Sweet Almond Bush. This sweetly fragrant, vigorous, drought-tolerant, upright-growing tree/shrub is from Argentina.
It produces spiked flower clusters with small white almond-scented flowers. With an extended bloom period from spring through fall, this shrub is a good nectar source for shrubpruning.barted Reading Time: 40 secs. Sep 21, Spread the tarp beneath the flowering almond bush after the spring blossoms fade and die back on the shrub to catch the stems and foliage you prune.
Check the flowering almond shrub for dead or unhealthy branches, and remove this growth back to the crown of the shrub with the pruning.


Cotton futures have followed the path of least resistance downward amid negative technical signs, long liquidation and weak spread action.
Spot July fell 280 points for the week ended Thursday to settle at 63.
Weak export sales, widespread rains in the Texas High Plains, favorable planting conditions elsewhere and rising deliverable stocks pressured cotton futures last week.
Spot July lost 235 points for the week ended Thursday to close at 65.
Larger-than-expected U.S. weekly export sales lifted cotton futures to the biggest one-day gain seen in a long while last week.
Most-active July surged 253 points, or 4.02 percent, for the day Thursday to finish the week up 87 points to 65.
Cancellations of U.S. export sales on the heels of recent price strength and rising stocks in deliverable position contributed to downward pressure on cotton futures last week.
Soon-to-mature May lost 221 points to close at 64.
An upside breakout, triggered initially by tight availability of high grades, swept cotton futures up as much as 7.4 percent last week before the bull run stalled amid small changes in U.S. supply-demand estimates and overbought technical readings.
An approaching prospective plantings report and expected rolling of fund longs from May contributed to restraining follow-through momentum in either direction last week as cotton futures eked out small gains.
Macro-market forces lifted oversold cotton futures from a new seven-week low into buy stops last week as strong export sales lent support.
Spot May gained 173 points for the week ended Thursday to close at 62.
Updated supply-demand estimates showing world stocks this season are expected to reach virtually a year's worth of global mill use contributed to driving cotton futures to a new six-week low last week.


We are so honored and excited to be invited to garden along side the lovely, and always entertaining, Vernita Hockersmith, boss-lady Linda Hockersmith Eshraghi’s amazing and hilarious 90-year-old mother! Better known as Neeners, we will be learning, laughing, and having fun in her home garden this year, in a little segment we are calling “In the Garden with Neeners“!
Click the link below to watch the first episode.
Episode 2 coming soon!
Big thanks goes to our very own @traviskeating_ for 🎥 🎞