2+ hour, 43+ min ago  (531+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 21, 2026 GAINESVILLE, Fla. " Most people retreat at the sight of a wasp, yet University of Florida researchers" discovery of two newly identified tiny native wasps targeting an invasive pest that threatened Florida agriculture may be a hopeful sign…...

1+ hour, 49+ min ago  (269+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 21, 2026 "Cover crops have numerous benefits for soil health and water quality, but they can be challenging to incorporate into a production system," said Robertson. "I hope this conversation will provide some insights into management practices that producers…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (391+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 20, 2026 When the grant opportunity opens, applicants may apply for funding to increase their stock of native, New York-grown trees and tree seeds; make tree seedlings and saplings more affordable to retail customers; or increase forest-based operational capacity…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago  (977+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 18, 2026 BALTIMORE, Md. " As winter transitions into early spring, farms across the country begin the logistical sprint into the growing season. The right combination of farm trailers, equipment trailers and agricultural trailers significantly reduces downtime and improves efficiency during…...

3+ day, 42+ min ago  (239+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 18, 2026 Swallowtails in'Illinois'will be held on Wednesday, April 1, from 6-7 p.m. Calling all butterfly lovers! Participants will'discover the world of'Illinois'swallowtails and learn how to welcome these stunning pollinators into your own backyard. Whether you're new to gardening or a seasoned…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago  (616+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 17, 2026 "The eastern tent caterpillar is one of our early riser pests," said'Jonathan Larson, UK Extension entomologist in the'Department of Entomology. "They overwinter as eggs and begin hatching around 100 growing degree days, a measurement of development for insects…...

4+ day, 1+ hour ago  (197+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 17, 2026 "Tally Lalor, University of Illinois Extension CHAMPAIGN, Ill. " Young voices took center stage on Saturday, April 26, as 4-H members from across Illinois showcased their communication skills at the annual 4-H Public Speaking Contest, held in Champaign and hosted…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago  (476+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 17, 2026 When the Brush Takes Over "A lot of my work is a fix to poor management practices from decades, even lifetimes of ranchers and landowners mismanaging property," says Schramm, "Letting native brush and other invasive species come…...

5+ day, 2+ hour ago  (464+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 16, 2026 The Ashe County Farmers Market Pavilion in West Jefferson, NC has served as an excellent venue for recent High Country Seed Swaps. It offers participants an accessible and comfortable environment to gather and swap seeds and plants....

5+ day, 2+ hour ago  (455+ words) PUBLISHED ON March 16, 2026 Several selections will be highlighted at the featured plant tent this year including an annual herb, an incredible selection of heirloom tomatoes, a flowering shrub and a unique herbaceous perennial. As always, professional horticulture staff and Tennessee…...