{"url": "http://www.kaken.co.jp/english/business/aahp.html", "date": "2019-05-23T22:06:09Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232257396.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20190523204120-20190523230120-00064.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9584546089172363, "token_count": 776, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__140605169", "lang": "en", "text": "Polyoxins are natural fungicides originating from microorganisms first discovered by Dr. Saburo Suzuki and his team at the Riken in 1963. They are produced by culturing the actinomycete Streptomyces cacaoi var. asoensis isolated from the soil the area around Mt. Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Polyoxins are not a single compound; they are a complex consisting of a series of compounds resembling each other in their chemical structure. Currently, 14 different Polyoxin analogues, Polyoxins A through N, have been discovered. Polyoxins have been sold as horticultural fungicides for over 50 years, and they are still widely used today. Polyoxin AL is effective against a wide range of fungi-related diseases such as mildew, gray mold, and other mold fungi diseases that affect vegetables, flowers, and other plants. Polyoxin D zinc salt was categorized as a bio-pesticide after it was recognized as safe for humans and livestock and being completely derived from natural sources through stringent inspections by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It is now widely used in the United States to prevent diseases in lawns and flowers as well as in nuts, fruits, and vegetables.\nSynthesized at the Sagami Chemical Research Center and developed by KAKEN, Pentoxazone is an oxazolidinedione-type rice herbicide. In 1997, it was registered as an agrochemical in Japan. Since then, it has been used as an herbicide for paddy rice in its initial formulation and in several mixed formulations based on this initial formulation. Pentoxazone is effective mainly on annual weeds in rice paddies, such as barnyard grass, Lindernia, and Monocholia, and is also widely effective on other weeds including Eleocharis kuroguwai, a perennial weed that is difficult to eradicate. Pentoxazone shows high, stable, and residual efficacy particularly on Lindernia and Monocholia, both of which are resistant to sulfonylurea herbicides. The safety of Pentoxazone is high for rice paddies, and therefore it can be used in a variety of ways. Its initial formulation can be used on rice paddies before or after the rice is transplanted, and its one-shot herbicide formulation can be used at the same time as rice planting. There are also formulations approved for flooding and direct seeding in rice paddies. Having extremely low water solubility and high soil absorbability, Pentoxazone hardly flows out to groundwater and rivers. Furthermore, it has low toxicity to humans, animals, and other living forms. For these reasons, it is an environmentally safe herbicide.\nSalinomycin sodium is a polyether antibiotic originally discovered by KAKEN in a culture of Streptomyces albus, a strain of Actinomycetes in 1968. Later, it was developed as a feed additive by KAKEN. Salinomycin sodium is currently the most widely used anti-coccidial for chickens in the world, having effectiveness against Clostridium and other gram-positive bacteria. Produced in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines, Salinomycin sodium is not only used in Japan but is also exported, thus supporting poultry farmers worldwide.\nColistin sulfate is a polypeptide antibiotic that was discovered in 1950 in a culture of Bacillus colistinus taken from the soil in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. Colistin sulfate is effective against gram-negative bacteria such as E. coli and salmonella, which are serious pathogens for livestock. Accordingly, there is a great international demand for this product. Therefore, KAKEN also exports this product worldwide.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://savvybotanist.com/", "date": "2021-08-05T17:46:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046156141.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805161906-20210805191906-00411.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9224587082862854, "token_count": 403, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-31", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__266119139", "lang": "en", "text": "Dr. Megan Wilkerson believes that everyone has an inner botanist, patiently waiting to be watered. Under optimal conditions, agriculture can be used to educate, inspire, and bring communities together. Megan created the Savvy Botanist to awaken the future generations of agricultural stewards.\nCurrently, Megan teaches Climate Change and Carbon Reduction at the University of District of Columbia and serves as Chief of the Pesticides Branch at the Department of Energy and Environment in Washington, DC. In the nation’s capital, Wilkerson’s team empowers DC residents by regulating toxic substances and the surrounding environment. In 2019, Megan was a Plant Scientist at Architect of the Capitol (AOC) and managed the overall plant health on Capitol Hill and the surrounding 300 acres. She brings twelve years of experience in managing programs and agricultural landscapes in domestic and international settings.\nDr. Wilkerson received two Doctorates from Penn State University (PSU), in Entomology and International Agriculture & Development. Megan also holds a Master of Science degree in Agricultural Science from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU). She specializes in green infrastructure, urban sustainability, knowledge transfer, integrated pest management, social impact assessment, and community capacity building.\nDuring her career, Megan researched in India, Trinidad and Tobago, Lebanon, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, Mozambique, and South Africa. In 2016, Wilkerson was awarded a USDA Fellowship and spent 2 years in Ghana. During her residency, Megan collaborated with local farmers to develop pesticide alternatives. Dr. Wilkerson worked directly with USAID, USDA, World Cocoa Foundation, and the Lebanese Ministry of Agriculture to examine knowledge retention and supervise training programs. She has a 100% pass rate among pesticide certification participants and is certified in CORE, Turf 3B, Ornamental 3A, Public Health 8, and Industrial, Institutional, Structural and Health Related Pest Control 7E.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://cgreen@gotoroche.com/", "date": "2014-03-11T10:53:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-10/segments/1394011176878/warc/CC-MAIN-20140305091936-00035-ip-10-183-142-35.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.848861575126648, "token_count": 176, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-10__0__105938072", "lang": "en", "text": "Welcome to Roche Farm & Garden where we keep our customers updated on all the latest products and the newest agricultural technology. Come visit us at one of our convenient locations where we will be proud to provide you with all your agricultural needs!\n803 E. Jackson Street Dublin, GA 31021 478-272-3340\nWrightsville, GA Location\nMonday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm\nSaturday: 8:00 am - 12:00pm\n411 E. Court Street Wrightsville, GA 31096 478-864-2206\nVARIABLE RATE / GPS SAMPLING & SPREADING\nThe newest agricultural technology that will save you time and money while improving your land. This innovative technology will provide you with a more accurate measurment and application of fertilizer and chemicals for every inch of your farm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.klweek.com/business/bernas-says-rice-sales-to-sabah-up-to-10-per-cent-in-first-3-months/", "date": "2022-12-09T19:23:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711475.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20221209181231-20221209211231-00059.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.973558247089386, "token_count": 282, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__235066575", "lang": "en", "text": "In a statement today, BERNAS said rice sales for April saw a 40 per cent jump over the average for the state.\n\"There was also a 27 per cent increase in the number of rice wholesalers with no record of purchase buying from BERNAS, while around 61 per cent of wholesalers in Sabah had bought more than the normal amount of rice.\n'Of this percentage, 37 wholesalers bought more than 100 per cent of the normal amount,\" it said.\nThe statement was issued in response to a local news report on Wednesday entitled \"BERNAS Urged Not To Ration Rice Supply in Sabah\".\nThe report quoted Malaysian Youth Council vice president Azuwan Marjan as saying he had been informed by wholesalers in Sabah that BERNAS had started rationing its rice supply to them since April 13.\nBERNAS clarified that unusually high purchases had prompted the agency to take precautionary steps by restricting sales to certain wholesalers in order to prevent hoarding.\nIt was aimed at preventing the rice supplied to Sabah being sold to other countries like Indonesia and the Philippines in view of the rice price in Malaysia being the lowest in the Southeast Asia region.\nThe statement added that joint monitoring with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry will continue to ensure the supply of rice is controlled, especially for Sabah.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.encavis.com/en/company/commitment/", "date": "2020-07-16T16:07:43Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593657172545.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20200716153247-20200716183247-00516.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9592205882072449, "token_count": 373, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-29", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__66308439", "lang": "en", "text": "At Encavis AG, we believe that entrepreneurial behaviour is also closely linked to an awareness of social responsibility. Therefore, we are actively involved – out of conviction and in our own interests.\nSustainability in conjunction with energy does not always involve the use of technology – as demonstrated by the deployment of sheep as “greenkeepers” around solar parks. Indeed, the animals have been hard at work for several years, tending the grass in parks run by energy associations and solar park operators.\nThis sheep grazing in harmony with nature is highly efficient and extremely valuable. The shepherds benefit because they don’t lose access to grazing areas as a result of photovoltaic parks. The sheep can use the solar modules as providers of shade and protection against the wind. They can also use the supporting structure as a safe retreat for their lambs. Thanks to the regular sheep grazing, the modules don’t become overshadowed by rampant growth and are not exposed to dust contamination or damage due to stone chipping that can arise with mechanical mowing. What’s more, regular checks by the shepherds help reduce the risk of theft. From a conservation viewpoint, this dual use of the land is a good idea. Extensive grazing has positive effects on the biodiversity and leads to an increase in the variety of species. This is because sheep act as a means of transport for other species of fauna and flora.\nFrom spring to the end of autumn, some 1,000 sheep, which include breeds such as Suffolk sheep, are on active duty for Encavis. With the help of our four-legged friends, the ground around the plants recovers better; the use of sheep is also much less costly than other alternatives. And not forgetting animal well-being: The gutters on solar modules collect rain water that the sheep can drink.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://blog.engage.iupui.edu/2020/01/10/cees/", "date": "2024-02-21T11:01:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473472.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221102433-20240221132433-00338.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.949026346206665, "token_count": 1492, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__91722199", "lang": "en", "text": "Drones fly over the Eagle Creek Reservoir monitoring algal blooms; researchers work with a farmer to improve agricultural practices; a 20-year study aims to address forest restoration in degraded riparian landscapes. These are some of the ways the Center for Earth and Environmental Science at IUPUI is engaging with the community in research.\nThe Center for Earth and Environmental Science (CEES) supports research that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries by bringing together faculty from different academic backgrounds to discuss complex issues, pursue grants, and collaborate on projects. Research carried out at the center by CEES staff, affiliated faculty, and community partners facilitates science-based decision making and feeds the center’s education programming.\nThrough multiple projects in the community, CEES is working to address key community issues, such as water quality and environmental restoration.\nAt Eagle Creek, Greg Druschel, Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences and an affiliate of CEES, in partnership with IUPUI’s Center for Aerial Unmanned Systems Imaging (CAUSI), uses drone technology to monitor cyanobacteria in the reservoir. Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, produce compounds that cause “taste and odor” issues if the algae become overly abundant.\nBy combining traditional water sampling methods with specialized aerial photography of the reservoir, Druschel and his team are developing models that will allow drone photography to replace, or at least reduce the need for, the more time-intensive methods currently required to monitor algal abundance. Because the use of drones is far less expensive than traditional physical sampling methods, municipalities could evaluate water supplies more frequently and would therefore be more likely to identify potential problems before cyanobacteria numbers reached harmful levels. Treating water to prevent harmful algal blooms is easier – and cheaper – than treating water to remove the noxious compounds after taste and odor issues develop. A cost-effective model that facilitates early detection of harmful algal blooms has the potential to benefit communities around the country, said Dr. Victoria Schmalhofer, an ecologist and Assistant Director of CEES.\nCEES is also leading a project to evaluate the impacts of traditional and alternative farming practices on sediment- and nutrient-loading in streams. Through a partnership with Mike Starkey, a farmer in Brownsburg, and the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), researchers are studying whether the types of cover crops used and the method and timing of fertilizer application affects sedimentation and nutrient-loading of a local stream after rainfall events.\nIn order to control the movement of water over his land, Starkey engages in no-till agriculture and micro-application of fertilizer, uses his own particular mix of cover crops, and has planted buffer strips along the stream. Employing these methods, he has been able to reduce or eliminate the channel carving and ponding that used to occur in his fields after heavy rains.\nStarkey is participating in the Edge of Field program, which was developed by the NRCS to manage water associated with agricultural fields. Sediment is the main pollutant in Indiana waterways, and loss of agricultural topsoil through erosion is a major issue throughout the United States. Additionally, the nutrients carried with sediments contribute to problems both locally, including algal blooms in local streams and lakes, and regionally, such as the dead zone in the Gulf of Mexico.\nAt Starkey Farm, the first Edge of Field project in Indiana, traditional methods or Starkey’s methods are being used on adjacent fields to determine whether the practices differ in their impacts on sediment movement to School Branch, the stream that separates the two fields. Since 2015, environmental scientist Danielle Follette and other CEES staff have managed the project, collecting water samples after every rainfall event and evaluating the samples for sediment and nutrient content. If Starkey’s methods prove to significantly reduce the movement of sediments and nutrients into School Branch, it will have widespread implications for farming practices throughout Indiana and beyond, Schmalhofer said.\nOn the western edge of campus, along a one-mile stretch of the White River extending from 10th Street to New York Street, lies the Lilly ARBOR. Originally called the White River Riparian Restoration Project (WRRRP), the ARBOR is an 8.5 acre experimental forest designed to answer questions concerning how best to reforest highly degraded riparian landscapes – hence its acronym: Answers for Restoring the Banks of Our River.\nDuring fall of 2000, over 1300 saplings were planted in the field of turf grass that bordered the river. Twelve different tree species, selected for their presumed ability to survive at the site, were incorporated in the study. Additionally, three commonly used planting methods were and are still being evaluated: containerized (older saplings grown in 3 gallon pots), bare-root (younger saplings with bare roots), and bare-root with weed mat (a weed mat was put in place after planting to reduce potential overgrowth of the young tree by weeds and grasses).\nTwenty years later, the area is a thriving young forest. Distinct differences in tree survival are apparent: honey locusts, green ashes, hackberries, and silver maples have done well – with a 45% or better survival rate; cottonwoods, sycamores, and willows fared poorly – with a less than 10% survival rate; buckeyes, red maples, chinkapin oaks, swamp white oaks, and hawthorns have been moderately successful – with survival rates between 20-40%.\nPlanting method also was found to have an impact: after one year, “containerized” saplings enjoyed an advantage over “bare root” saplings, with a 91% vs. 78% survival rate. That persisted at the ten-year mark, with a 47% vs. 38% survival rate, and continues to the present with a 41% vs. 27% survival rate.\nCurrent work at the ARBOR is led by Dr. Victoria Schmalhofer. The next phase of research at the ARBOR will include a thorough evaluation of the trees and herbaceous plants that have colonized the area over the past 20 years, as well as surveys of the many animal species that make their homes in the forest.\nThe ARBOR is more than just a research site. Over the years, hundreds of IUPUI students have visited the ARBOR to engage in and learn about the importance of environmental stewardship as they helped to remove invasive species and clean up trash, and dozens of students have used the area for their senior capstone projects. In addition to functioning as an outdoor classroom and place for experiential learning, the ARBOR also provides opportunities for passive recreation.\nTo encourage students and members of the community to explore the ARBOR and other green spaces along the White River, CEES is developing the Welcoming Campus Trail (WCT). The WCT will utilize technology to provide users with an interactive, informative experience that draws attention to points of interest along the White River greenway near campus. By making the ARBOR and its history more widely known, CEES hopes to inspire community members to consider the need for, as well as the possibilities of, environmental restoration, Schmalhofer said.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.olivino.com/the-estate", "date": "2019-10-19T17:28:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986697439.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20191019164943-20191019192443-00011.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9599369764328003, "token_count": 179, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__171651639", "lang": "en", "text": "WHERE WE ARE\nLocated in Hopland, CA, our 64-acre estate lies in a viticulture zone established mainly by emigrated Italian farmers over a century ago. We use 35 acres of our land for farming grapes, but we are also known in the area for our certified organic olive mill which serves local olive farmers small and large.\nVisitors can taste our wines and oils at our unique tasting room inside our olive mill, where they can also recharge electric cars. Our estate features a vineyard guesthouse and a few ponds that offer peaceful spots for picnics and daydreaming. About a dozen owls live in special owl houses throughout our property and help us with pest control. A herd of sheep grazes our grounds and some goats greet the visitors. We grow fresh fruit and vegetables that we offer at seasonal farmers’ markets as well as lavender for body care products", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.soil-loc.com/about", "date": "2019-11-12T12:51:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496665573.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20191112124615-20191112152615-00058.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9283620715141296, "token_count": 136, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__121024175", "lang": "en", "text": "Soil Stabilization Specialists\nSoil-Loc, Inc., is the industry leader in soil stabilization and erosion control products. From driveways, walkways, dirt roads, empty lots, golf courses, baseball and softball fields, Soil-Loc’s family of soil stabilization and erosion control products can help protect your property, maintain the value of your land and help create a stable and safe environment.\nSoil-Loc is continuing and expanding its efforts in the distribution and technical support of these products and others in the areas of stabilization, dust control and sports fields. We are constantly seeking other new and economical solutions to erosion control and dust control problems.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://mr-gut.cn/papers/read/1067273124?kf=recom", "date": "2019-12-10T13:36:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540527620.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20191210123634-20191210151634-00192.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8618053197860718, "token_count": 306, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__31761839", "lang": "en", "text": "Structural characterization and evaluation of the antioxidant activities of polysaccharides extracted from Qingzhuan brick tea\nAbstract & Authors:展开\nThe crude tea polysaccharides (CTPS) from Qingzhuan brick tea(QZBT) were extracted and fractionated to afford two fractions, namely TPS-1 and TPS-2. Analyses were conducted concerning the structural characterization and antioxidant activities of these samples. Component analysis revealed that the carbohydrate, uronic acid, protein and polyphenol contents of these samples differed significantly. Fourier transform infrared analysis showed that these samples showed similar characteristic absorption peaks for polysaccharides. Ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, circular dichroism, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetric analyses indicated that there were considerable differences in the presence of protein, surface features, conformational characteristics and thermodynamic behaviors. For antioxidant activities in vitro, CTPS, TPS-1 and TPS-2 exhibited concentration-dependent antioxidant activities, with TPS-2 showing significantly higher antioxidant activity than CTPS and TPS-1. These results provide a scientific and strong foundation for the use of tea polysaccharides(TPS) from QZBT and further research towards the relationships between the characteristics and antioxidant activities of TPS.\nXinhe Yang,Zhonghua Liu\nXinhe Yang,Mingjun Huang,Caiqin Qin,Bangyu Lv,Qingli Mao,Zhonghua Liu", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://treesalesnearme.com/products/pear-pineapple-5-pot", "date": "2023-12-11T22:52:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679518883.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211210408-20231212000408-00772.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.858539879322052, "token_count": 158, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__17216204", "lang": "en", "text": "Pear Trees - Pineapple #5 Pot\nTrue to its name, the Pineapple Pear tree produces large pears with a pineapple flavor. The fruit ripens in late summer and is a russet color. It keeps well and can be used for canning. The Pineapple Pear tree is the most fire blight resistant pear tree. It requires 150 chill hours. It can self-pollinate or pollinate with Flordahome or Hood Pear trees. At maturity, it can reach a height between 15-20 feet and a width of 12-15 feet.\nUSDA ZONES: Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9.pear-flordahome,pear-hood,pear-baldwin", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.studiorussophotography.com/blog/2015/9/delicious-local-organic-an-afternoon-at-blue-clay-farm", "date": "2024-04-12T15:53:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816024.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412132154-20240412162154-00468.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9400743246078491, "token_count": 1386, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__2698389", "lang": "en", "text": "Allow me to introduce Melanie Harvey - music lover, foodie, and the head gardener of Blue Clay Farm in North Augusta, SC. A recent graduate of the University of GA's Agriculture program, Mel has taken on the feat of running the urban, organic farm for the farm-to-table restaurant Manuel's Bread Cafe. One afternoon spent learning about the farm, and I am hooked on gardening! I snapped a few pics and interviewed the gardener on the organic lifestyle to share this experience with you!\nKeep reading - Mel will show us the daily duties of running a farm and discuss organic farming.\nMelanie working at Blue Clay FarmHere is the head gardener for Manuel's Bread Cafe farm-to-table urban, organic farm, located in North Augusta, SC.\n\"Organic gardening might not be easy but it feels so good to know where your food comes from and whether or not chemicals have been used in the growing process. Your yield isn't as high as compared to conventional farming but you reward your body and the Earth by committing to not using chemicals.\"\nExpert TIPS on ORGANIC farming success:\nFarm Fresh EggsThere's nothing in the world like fresh eggs from the farm.\nAdding some chickens to your farm is a great idea if you love having fresh eggs! You will have to feed/water the chickens daily and they will produce some delicious eggs. The cafe sets aside kitchen scraps to feed the chickens a nice snack. You may also consider using scraps to make a compost heap to use with your planting beds.\nYou can visit the farm to see the Ameraucana chickens, guinea fowls and goats. Yes, that is a blue egg! There is also a bunny named Einstein that hangs out in the chicken pen.\nMel feeds the chickens and goats a little treatDaily feeds the chickens and goats, and collects the eggs from the coop.\nCurrently, the farm has eggplant growing (purple and white!), okra, carrots, beets, radishes, green beans, onions, horseradish, rosemary bushes, basil, pear trees, an olive grove, peaches, papaya, strawberries and several other fresh herbs and vegetables. Fruit/Vegetables on Blue Clay FarmEggplant & Okra with beautiful flowers. Fresh herbs & vegetables are scattered all over the farm as well.\nOkra produces these beautiful yellow flowers and grows in the traditional green, as well as red. Look out for some okra recipes at Manuel's Bread Cafe coming soon - I saw some yummy okra growing! Okra is great pickled, fried, or in soups.\nMel cuts some okra for Manuel's Bread Cafe recipesCutting some delicious okra for the cafe. Check out the beet tattoo. The girl was born for this!\nBaaaaaaaaad goats!Life on the farm - Bring in the goats!\nThere is always endless work to be done on a farm - Clearing away weeds, replanting beds, cleaning the animal pens, feeding animals, harvesting the bounty, watering and caring for plants, growing new seeds...\nThe rewards of farming are also endless. Look at that smile! Being outdoors in nature is beneficial for your body, mind, and spirit.\n\"Being a farmer/gardener is such a rewarding hobby/occupation. Being outside with nature is in itself therapeutic... but by putting trust, patience, and love into Gaia (Primordial Goddess of the Earth) in return for her bountiful blessings is the pathway to the most beautiful relationship you could ever imagine. A relationship everyone should have, which is, respect for this Earth and love for our Mother.\"\nBlue Clay Farm GreenhouseThe baby seedlings are sprouting! Once they get a few inches tall, they are moved to the raised beds to grow and prosper.\nA huge part of maintaining this farm is growing the garden. Mel is currently planting seedlings which she will move to the raised bad to grow for her fall harvest. She gets them started in the greenhouse. She makes her own planting soil with a mixture of mushroom compost, perlite, vermaculite, and peat moss. She also propagates new plants from trimmings. (A great example is the strawberry tower).\nMel has some seedlings started in the greenhouse to be planted in the garden in mid - September.\nGood ideas for new crops this time of year: kale, mustard greens, collard greens, cauliflower, broccoli, lettuce, leeks, butternut, spaghetti, and winter squash. Sounds delicious! Manuel's Blue Clay Farm Growing fresh, organic food for Manuel's Bread Cafe.\nSomething really cool that I learned from Mel is a technique called Espalier to get the best fruit production. This is an ancient planting strategy of forcing a plant to grow on a trellis, which creates a beautiful frame and saves space while increasing production. It comes from the Italian word spalliera, meaning \"something to rest the shoulder against.\" (Thank you wikipedia). Here are the pear trees being trained to grow up a trellis using this Espalier technique.\nEspalierPear trees taking the shape of the trellis.\nThere is a grove of olive trees on the property, planted in potters. The olives are growing juicier by the day. They will be harvested and used in salads for the cafe.\nOlive grove & Onion bloomsEverywhere you look is fresh, alive, and growing.\nAnother tree on the farm is my personal favorite. I think everyone should have an icon - the FIG tree - in their garden! Just pick them as they ripen, and enjoy. Blue Clay Farms has a gorgeous fig tree that is covered in fruit. If you've had any fig dessert at the cafe, chances are it was grown right here on the farm.\nTake a bite!Delicious figs fresh off of the tree at Manuel's organic Blue Clay Farm\nThe atmosphere makes it tough to leave. It's so nice to have a little garden tucked away. I'd encourage everyone to grow your own garden patch no matter how little room that you have.\nBeautiful scenery and delicious eggsWhat more could you want!\nLastly, here is the meeting area, greenhouse, entry road, and border fence of the farm. I hope you enjoyed this tour of Manuel's Blue Clay Farm and meeting farmer Mel. I'm sure she would appreciate help if you wanted to get experience working on an organic farm!\nDo visit the farm and cafe if you get the chance! Have a great day, Laura\nPlease comment below if you wish.\nThe views of Blue Clay FarmHere is the meeting area, greenhouse, entry road, and border fence at the farm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://tunisiatourism.info/en/articles/oasis-nos-ancetres-faisaient-de-la-permaculture", "date": "2024-02-29T02:51:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474775.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229003536-20240229033536-00154.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9129443168640137, "token_count": 485, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__174276016", "lang": "en", "text": "Permaculture and forest gardening, these fashionable concepts are not new: they were already applied in ancient times in the oases of Tunisia!\nA forest garden\nis a garden created on the model of the forest and which gathers various agricultural productions on several levels. A concept of natural and sustainable agriculture\n, very popular in the context of permaculture\n(sustainable agriculture system using biodiversity).\nBut what is an oasis\n, if not a forest of palm trees created by man, irrigated by multiple channels fed by springs?\nAnd here is what the Latin author Pliny the Elder wrote in the first century AD about the oasis of Gabes\n, in southeastern Tunisia:\n“There, under a very high palm tree grows an olive tree. And under the olive tree, a fig tree. And under the fig tree, a pomegranate tree. Under it, the vine. Under the vine, wheat is sown, and then vegetables, all in the same year, all growing in each other’s shade.”\nDates, pomegranates and bananas\nThus, two thousand years ago, various crops were combined in the same space, on several levels, under the protective shade of tall trees!\nEven today, in the traditional Tunisian oases, date palms are associated with many fruit trees and vegetable plants.\nThe pomegranates and henna of Gabes are famous. In Tozeur, small bananas are produced in the shade of palm trees.\nFrom Pliny the Elder to Al-Idrissi\nPliny the Elder is the author of the Natural History, an encyclopedia in 37 volumes!\nWe also have this testimony from the Moroccan-Andalusian geographer Al-Idrissi, author of a monumental atlas dedicated to King Roger II of Sicily (12th century):\n“Gabes is a considerable city, well populated, surrounded by a real wood of orchards that follow one another without interruption and produce fruit in abundance, palm trees, olive trees, …”\nThe oasis of Gabes is a candidate for inclusion in the Unesco World Heritage since 2008. Also read: Tunisia’s World Heritage sites.\nSahara: The Tunisian South\nNature: Discover the natural variety of Tunisia\nTozeur, the oasis city", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://jalesy55.wordpress.com/2012/06/03/from-our-garden/", "date": "2020-02-18T00:33:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875143455.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20200217235417-20200218025417-00494.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9752621054649353, "token_count": 780, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__188666317", "lang": "en", "text": "There are photos of me as a six year-old tilling my garden. My parents allotted me a patch of land in the back yard to grow my own garden. My father enjoyed taking photos of me as I tilled, and I enjoyed working with a rake.\nTo this day, I garden. I may have some ability at tilling, but that is a secondary consideration. To be outdoors smoothing the dark earth is to be almost without stress.\nMy wife also enjoys gardening. This year we have a big garden out back by our garage. We’ve planted lettuce, zucchini, tomatoes, garlic and radishes. I am probably one of the few people who like radishes. And I am still assigned the task of smoothing the dirt, this year purchased from Home Depot, with a rake.\nBesides gardening, my wife likes travelling on vacation. Seven years ago we went to Jamaica. On the white sands of Jamaica I read the Georgics of the Roman poet Virgil. The Georgics is one of those hard to define works. Unlike Aristotle, I think that didactic works can be poetry, provided they are written in well-crafted imaginative verse. Following the lead of his older contemporary Lucretius, whose De Rerum Natura discoursed on philosophy and science, Virgil wrote a treatise on farming in the Georgics.\nThere has been much conjecture on why Virgil wrote this work. Some have speculated that Virgil’s patron the emperor Augustus wanted people go out from crowded Rome to the farms. But Virgil in person was said to have been somewhat countrified and awkward. He might have been something like the characters that Jimmy Stewart so often played in film. The eloquence that was his on papyrus eluded him in person.\nBut Virgil had come from the country, and was intimately familiar with the rigors and rituals of farming. He wrote in classic Latin of the seasons of the year, of the different crops and the rewards of a farmer’s life.\nWe, as a society, have gotten away from the basics. Farming is looked down upon. The farmer’s life is still hard physically, and heartbreakingly difficult economically. The Federal Farming Administration has been reduced to the F.F.A. because of the government’s alarming perception of farming’s stigma.\nBut of late a home-grown agricultural movement has cropped up. It appears in unexpected places. People grow vegetables on urban rooftops. In Brooklyn, a large number of people raise chickens in order to have their own eggs.\nThere are a number of reasons for this trend. The first, and most obvious one, is economic. In tough times, it is cheaper to grow your own food than to buy it. The second stems from health. The processed foods of stores and restaurants have caused us to become large and unhealthy. To eat home-grown vegetables is to receive nutrition without the fats, sodium and other additives offered us by the middlemen.\nWe may have become too urban or suburban, too tethered to technology to wholly return to the agricultural way of life. But to return to it even in small ways is to become healthier. Agriculture connects us with the cycle of life, and with our deepest roots. As a nation, we have gotten away also from work. A return to farming would again teach us the dignity of labor, and convince us of our inherent worth.\nI hope the best for this year’s garden. We had a light winter, so we need rain. With enough rain, I will be able to eat tomatoes in August and zucchini bread in September.\nSo I hope for the rain, and for the rain of public awareness that will come to the new agricultural movement. The ground is ripe for it.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.twistedcitrus.co.nz/blog/post/31-The-shortest-day-time-to-plant-garlic", "date": "2021-06-15T04:36:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487616657.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20210615022806-20210615052806-00475.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9355641007423401, "token_count": 419, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-25", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__51963036", "lang": "en", "text": "The shortest day: time to plant garlic!\nAs temperatures drop and the nights draw in, most of us are stoking the fire and dreaming of sunnier climates, but for our garlic grower, Kirsty Gaddam, mid-winter means pulling on her gummies and getting out into the cold to plant her crop.\nTraditionally planted on the shortest day and harvested on the longest, garlic spends a significant period in the ground. Another reason to choose organic garlic: six months of soaking up all the soil’s goodness and nutrients or a cocktail of nasty pesticides and chemicals?\nPlanted, weeded and harvested by hand, our organic garlic is simply peeled clean and trimmed before it’s sent to customers, unlike supermarket garlic which is often bleached and sprayed to prevent sprouting.\nKirsty grows Takahue Red, a New Zealand heirloom variety with a wonderful aromatic flavour which was found growing wild in the sand dunes in the Far North.\nIf you are inclined to pull your gumboots on and grow your own garlic, it’s still not too late – the shortest day is a guideline rather than a deadline – and because our garlic is organic and untreated, it can be used for seed as well as eating.\nGrowing garlic is a synch: it requires very little maintenance.\n- Make sure your soil is fertile and free-draining – add plenty of compost if you are unsure.\n- Simply cultivate your soil and plant the biggest cloves (these will produce the biggest bulbs – save the rest for cooking) about 5cm below the soil’s surface.\n- Once sprouts appear, cover with straw to keep in moisture and reduce weeds.\n- Fertilise and water regularly, paying particular attention to watering in November and December when much of the growth is done but conditions tend to be drier.\n- Take a post-Christmas break from the garden and relax while the tops die back, and your garlic will be ready to harvest in mid-summer.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.elkhornfarm.com/about.html", "date": "2024-02-22T08:09:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473735.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222061937-20240222091937-00171.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9451255798339844, "token_count": 690, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__73831389", "lang": "en", "text": "Leucospermum \"Tango\" growing at Elkhorn Farm\nIn 1996, two cousins, born and raised in South Africa, started a 40-acre farm in California’s Central Coast to grow the stunning wildflowers they grew up with—proteacea. One of these cousins—Pierre Taljaard—already had a successful protea farm in South Africa's Western Cape Province where these flowers also make up the native vegetation adjacent to his farm. Pierre's cousin—Jan van Greunen—was a civil engineer living in San Francisco and was also interested in growing proteacea to sell as cut flowers.\nIn finding the correct location for their farm, they searched for farmland with just the right soil composition and acidity. Their search led to a former strawberry farm in the Elkhorn highlands near Monterey Bay. Pierre then imported plant material from South Africa to California to start the farm.\nA view of native fynbos in the Tradouw Pass, South Africa.\nMany of the South African flowers and foliage we grow at Elkhorn Farm are part of the Cape Floristic Kingdom known in South Africa as “fynbos.” Fynbos means “fine bush” and consists mainly of members of the Proteacea and Erica (heather) families, which are generally hard-leaved shrublands and heathlands found in the coastal plains and mountains of the southwestern and southern cape of South Africa. More than 7,700 plant species are found in the fynbos biome. Much of the fynbos grow predominantly on well-leached, infertile soils. The best known representative of the protea family is South Africa’s national symbol--protea cynaroides or king protea.\nLike California’s maritime chaparral, fynbos are drought-tolerant and grow in one of the earth’s five mediterranean climate ecosystems. Mediterranean ecosystems cover less than 3% of the earth’s land surface, yet contain 20% of the earth’s plant biodiversity. Due to living in a climate characterized by warm to hot, dry summers and cool, but mild, rainy winters, California maritime chaparral and fynbos share similar characteristics:\nRare Pajaro Manzanita Chaparral plant community adjacent to Elkhorn Farm.\nElkhorn Farm is located on a hillside near the protected Elkhorn Slough tidal wetlands ecosystem and is surrounded by native oak woodlands and the rare Pajaro Manzanita Chaparral plant community habitat. Like the mediterranean climate found in South Africa's Cape Province, the climate of coastal California is well-suited to the drought-tolerant flowers, foliage and olive trees we grow. The well-drained and relatively infertile sandy soils of our hillside are also well-suited to fynbos.\nEqually important is these characteristics of our flowers, foliage and olive trees, and the fact that these shrubs and trees are productive for a number of years, makes these a much better crop for our highly erodible hillside farm than a crop requiring lots of water and replacement every year or two, such as strawberries.\nOur \"About\" page header photo shows Leucospermum \"Spider\" blooming at Elkhorn Farm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://kealliance.org/stop-soil-erosion-world-soil-day-december-5th-2019/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stop-soil-erosion-world-soil-day-december-5th-2019", "date": "2020-02-23T20:25:49Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145839.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20200223185153-20200223215153-00398.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9364989995956421, "token_count": 487, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__98682757", "lang": "en", "text": "What is World Soil Day?\nWorld Soil Day (WSD) is held annually on 5 December as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and advocating for the sustainable management of soil resources.\nAn international day to celebrate Soil was recommended by the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) in 2002. Under the leadership of the Kingdom of Thailand and within the framework of the Global Soil Partnership, FAO has supported the formal establishment of WSD as a global awareness-raising platform. The FAO Conference unanimously endorsed World Soil Day in June 2013 and requested its official adoption at the 68th UN General Assembly. In December 2013 the UN General Assembly responded by designating 5 December 2014 as the first official World Soil Day.\nWhat Can You Do?\nEvery 5 seconds, the equivalent of one soccer field of soil is eroded. This alarming fact reaffirms the need to raise awareness through World Soil Day of this growing problem, as the Earth’s population continues to expand.\nThis year, by addressing the increasing challenges of soil management, the FAO campaign “Stop soil erosion, Save our future” aims to raise awareness of the importance of sustaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being. By encouraging people around the world to engage in proactively improving soil health, the campaign also aims to raise the profile of healthy soil. If we do not act soon, erosion will; the fertility of the soil will continue to be adversely affected at an alarming rate, threatening global food supplies and food safety.\nEncouraging all people to participate, FAO has created a thematic website full of information, initiatives and material to spread the message through different multimedia platforms.\nUnbroken Ground the Full-Length Movie\nUnbroken Grounds explains the critical role food will play in the next frontier of our efforts to solve the environmental crisis. It explores four areas of agriculture that aim to change our relationship to the land and oceans. Most of our food is produced using methods that reduce biodiversity, decimate soil and contribute to climate change. We believe our food can and should be a part of the solution to the environmental crisis – grown, harvested and produced in ways that restore our land, water, and wildlife. The film tells the story of four groups that are pioneers in the fields of regenerative agriculture, regenerative grazing, diversified crop development, and restorative fishing.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://golaghat.assam.gov.in/departments-level-two/schemes/agriculture-department", "date": "2022-11-29T02:18:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710684.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20221128235805-20221129025805-00339.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9078310132026672, "token_count": 918, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__228492980", "lang": "en", "text": "1. Rashtriya Krishi Vikash Yojna (RKVY):\nDifferent types of quality seeds (HYV & Hybrid), pesticides, implements, bio-fertilizers etc are distributed among the farmers both Kharif and Rabi seasons. The main scheme under RKVY is Bringing Green Revolution to the Eastern Region (BGREI). The interventions taken under this schemes are:\ni) Line transplantation on paddy.\nii) Introduction of stress tolerant varieties.\niii) Cropping system based cultivation\niv) Hybrid rice cultivation\nv) Distribution of various mechanical tools at subsidized rates among individual farmers/groups for asset building component. Tools like\na) Power Tiller\nc) Mini Rice Mill\nd) Hand Sprayer\ne) Pump Sets and LLP (both diesel & electric operated) are distributed.\n2. National Food Security Mission for Pulse Development (NFSM pulse):\nUnder this scheme stress has been given for the increase of both area and production. Different types of HYV/ Hybrid seeds of pulse crops as well as mechanical tools are distributed like BGREI for better yield of pulse crops.\n3. National Mission on Oil and Oil palm (NMOOP):\nUnder NMOOP new promising varieties of oil seeds like rape&mustard, ground nut, sesamum linseed etc are introduced.\n4. Targeting Rice Fallow Areas for Eastern Region (TRFA):\nThe main objective of the scheme is to cultivate.\n5. Horticulture Mission for North Eastern Himalayan States (HMNEHS):\nTo promote horticultural crops many temporary and permanent activities are undertaken at subsidized rates. Fruit crops, spices, flowers and vegetables are included in this scheme.\n6. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sancchay Yojana (PMKSY)\nThis is a flagship programme of Hon’ble Prime Minister under this scheme District Action Plan has been prepared jointly by Agriculture, Irrigation and soil conservation department to cover the district with irrigation facilities within 5 years. To achieve this, Annual action plan has been prepared and work has been done accordingly.\n7. Soil Health Card:This is a flagship programme of Hon’ble Prime Minister. Private organization and KVK is entrusted for distributing Soil Health Card to every farmer in the district for better management of soil. Annual target has been fixed by the department of Agriculture and Assam Agriculture University (for KVK).\n8. Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF):\nUnder this scheme installation of STW’s and Solar pumps sets are going to be implemented by the Engineering wing of the Agriculture department.\n9. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA):\nThis scheme promotes for the development of Agriculture in Rain-fed areas, the district has some areas specially in Bokakhat sub division where agriculture is practiced only in rain-fed condition. Hence, for the economic growth of the farmers of those areas various activities of agriculture, veterinary, fishery etc are undertaken under this scheme.\n10. Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA):\nThe District Agriculture Officer is the project director of this Agency. Under this project various activities of agriculture, veterinary, fishery, sericulture etc are undertaken. Various trainings, exposure visit, farmers-scientist interaction are implemented through.\n11. Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnavan Yojana (CMSGUY):\nUnder this scheme the Govt. of Assam is going to provide 1(one) no. of Tractor to each revenue village at 70% subsidy through Agriculture Department to achieve this the District Agriculture Department at present selected 195 No. of groups for the same member of revenue villages for the first phase of distribution.\n12. Assam Agriculture and Rural Transformation (APART):\nThe Project Development Objective (PDO) is to “add value and improve resilience of selected agriculture value chains, focusing on smallholder farmers and agro-entrepreneurs in targeted districts of the State of Assam. The project would support value addition in the production and post-harvest segments of selected agriculture value-chains; facilitate agribusiness investments through inclusive business models that provide opportunities to small farmers as well as stimulate the establishment of new small and medium agribusiness enterprises; and support resilience of agriculture production systems in order to better manage increasing production and commercial risks associated with climate change, in the targeted districts.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ecolandscapingservices.com/how-to-attract-pollinators-to-your-lawn/", "date": "2023-10-04T20:14:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511406.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004184208-20231004214208-00337.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9506394863128662, "token_count": 1007, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__213509997", "lang": "en", "text": "Colorful butterflies and buzzing bees in your yard or lawn are always fascinating to watch. However, these pollinators do so much more than just entertaining us. The fundamental role of these species is to help spark life on this planet. Also, here’s an interesting fact. According to studies, all the pollinators together are responsible for one out of every three bites of food that human beings eat each day.\nWithout the pollinators, we will gradually lose the world as we know it.\nTherefore, it’s of paramount importance that we do everything in our capacity to provide them with a safe environment devoid of harmful chemicals and pesticides.\nHere are a few things that we can do to attract pollinators in our lawn –\nPlant a Diverse Array of Plant Species\nDifferent pollinators respond to different flowers. If bees prefer white, yellow, blue and purple, humming birds are naturally attracted to red colored blooms. Again, when it comes to butterflies, they mostly prefer the purple and red tones.\nSo, if you fill your yard with a variety of colorful flowers that bloom from spring to fall, not only will your yard look and smell great but also ring with the hum of bees and the flutter of butterflies.\nPlanting a variety of bloom shapes that range from wide and narrow to tall and short will also help you to draw a diverse group of pollinators.\nPlanting Native Species\nIt’s important that we include some native species in our backyard as being local, the species will be less prone to harmful diseases caused by pests than the imported ones.\nAnother advantage of planting native species is that they naturally attract native pollinators. A bit of research into your local soil and climate can reveal a lot about which native plants or trees are best suited for your backyard.\nAvoid the Use of Pesticides\nThe single most important reason as to why bees are disappearing today is the unchecked use of pesticides in farms and backyard gardens. Therefore if you want to support pollinators, you should immediately refrain from spraying toxic pesticides in your yard.\nIf you have to use some pesticides, it is crucial that you apply them selectively and carefully. It’s never a good idea to spray pesticides on full open blossoms or flowers when bees and butterflies are hovering around.\nThere is absolutely no need to protect your yard from insects using strong chemicals. Even certain organic pesticides available in the market can be as dangerous as the chemical ones to bees and other beneficial organisms.\nInstead, leave the job to natural predator insects like ladybugs and wasps. They will take care of what needs to be kept out of your lawn.\nProvide a Safe Shelter\nAll pollinators need a safe place such as a dead tree, a compost pile, or a hedge to hide from predators and raise their young. Your job is to provide them with such a retreat.\nIf you leave a part of your lawn unattended, it will naturally grow wild and become a ground-nesting place for the bees. Or if you allow a dead tree to stand its ground, it can serve as a nesting space for butterflies as well as solitary bees.\nCluster planting is another way to go about as this allows pollinators to move easily from one flower to the other, encouraging thorough pollination of the plants.\nEnsure Food and Water\nAs humans benefit from consuming a diverse diet, so do the pollinators. Plant a variety of flowers in your lawn and create a feast for them.\nSince pollinators get vital nutrients such as sugar and amino acids from nectar, having flowers, vegetables, and shrubs that have a blooming period spanning right from early spring to late fall, can help them have their share of protein in plenty.\nIt’s also important that you have some weeds in your backyard as they also serve pollen to the bees and butterflies. Scattered dandelions, creeper vine, and milkweeds in your garden might not be visually appealing to you, but to the pollinators they are an à la carte.\nPollinators also need water alongside food. Installing a birdbath or a structure that has fresh water can help pollinators to quench their thirst. However, be wary of allowing any structure in your lawn to accumulate stagnant water as it can easily turn into the breeding ground for bacteria and parasites.\nAll types of pollinators are struggling to maintain a healthy population due to loss of natural habitat, prolonged pesticide use and various diseases caused by toxic chemicals. Providing pollinators with simple resources such as food, water and shelter can go a long way to prevent and protect their species from a steady decline.\nWhen pollination is essential for almost one-third of our entire food crops, it is important to remember no step in helping pollinators is either too small or too big. If each one of us does our little bits, we can all contribute significantly in saving our food supply.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sowtree.com/gelato-strain-a-journey-from-the-garden-to-the-grinder/", "date": "2024-04-20T01:19:25Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817463.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419234422-20240420024422-00870.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9134888052940369, "token_count": 627, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__87015402", "lang": "en", "text": "The Cultivation Odyssey\nThe Gelato strain, celebrated for its delightful flavor and harmonious effects, embarks on a journey from the garden to the grinder that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of cannabis cultivation. This journey is a labor of love, where Gelato’s essence is carefully nurtured, cultivated, and transformed into a beloved cannabis classic.\nSeeds of Promise\nThe journey begins with the selection of Gelato strain seeds, a process that sets the foundation for the entire cultivation process. Cultivators carefully choose seeds with the desired genetics, seeking to preserve gelato strain distinctive flavor, aroma, and effects.\nGelato is a versatile strain, thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoor cultivation offers precise control over factors like light, temperature, and humidity, resulting in consistent and high-quality yields. Outdoor cultivation, on the other hand, relies on the natural elements, producing robust and resilient plants.\nNurturing the Plants\nCultivators tend to the Gelato plants with care and expertise, providing them with the ideal conditions to flourish. From carefully measured nutrients to proper training techniques, every detail is considered to optimize growth and yield. The plants are tended to like horticultural works of art, each one unique in its own way.\nHarvesting and Curing\nAs Gelato plants reach maturity, the harvest is a moment of celebration. Buds are carefully trimmed and dried to preserve their flavor and potency. The curing process follows, allowing the buds to develop their full aromatic and flavor potential. This meticulous care ensures that Gelato maintains its reputation for exceptional taste.\nFrom Bud to Grinder\nThe culmination of the journey is the transformation of Gelato buds into a consumable form. Buds are ground into a consistency suitable for smoking or vaporizing, and this is where the grinder plays its part. The grinder ensures that the flower is broken down evenly, allowing for efficient and even combustion, resulting in a satisfying and flavorful experience.\nA Culinary Approach\nGelato’s journey from the garden to the grinder is a testament to the dedication and artistry of cannabis cultivation. Whether enjoyed in a joint, a pipe, or a vaporizer, Gelato’s essence is a culinary delight that invites enthusiasts to savor, explore, and enjoy the fruits of this labor of love.\nIn conclusion, the journey of Gelato strain from the garden to the grinder is a testament to the art and science of cannabis cultivation. This strain’s exceptional flavor, aroma, and effects are the result of careful selection, meticulous care, and a deep love for the craft. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a novice looking to explore the world of strains, Gelato’s journey is a flavorful adventure that invites you to appreciate the skill and dedication that goes into creating a beloved cannabis classic. As you partake in its delights, remember to consume responsibly and in compliance with local laws, for Gelato is a strain that truly embodies the art of cannabis cultivation.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.centredaily.com/living/article42824001.html", "date": "2017-07-23T10:48:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549424549.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20170723102716-20170723122716-00590.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9738172888755798, "token_count": 536, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__187329737", "lang": "en", "text": "I recently had the opportunity to visit with John and Dotty Ford and see their wonderful vegetable garden and chat about the enjoyment they have in growing and having fresh vegetables available for cooking. John is a retired schoolteacher who taught Physical Science in the State College School District and is also heavily involved in activities centered on fly-fishing. Both John and Dotty fully appreciate the health benefits derived from eating fresh vegetables and enjoy cooking and also putting up some vegetables for later consumption during the winter months. I thought that it would be nice to tour the garden and see what John has growing in the garden.\nThe garden is approximately 25 feet wide and 100 feet in length, which is 2,500 square feet for those interested in comparing it to an acre, which is 43,560 square feet. I suspect that many of you have gardens comparable in size to John and Dotty’s. The variety of vegetables they have growing in the garden is pretty extensive. They have planted vegetables and herbs that they can use in their cooking and enjoy both cooked and fresh. They like to eat fresh salads and the garden reflects this fact.\nThe vegetables I observed were cabbage, romaine lettuce, spinach, potatoes (Yukon Gold), turnips, radishes, green and yellow snap beans, sweet bell peppers, hot peppers, pickling cucumbers, garlic, chives, dill, parsley, basil, Cilantro, nasturtium (edible flowers), pumpkins and sunflowers. The crop that John is most proud of is his tomato, which I suspect is a favorite of many gardeners across the region.\nA little background on tomatoes is in order. Tomatoes originated in the South American Andes in a region that now makes up parts of Peru, Bolivia and Ecuador. This is similar to the potato. Eventually tomatoes were planted throughout Central America and into Mexico where Spanish explorers found them growing in Montezuma’s garden in the sixteenth century. The Spanish introduced tomatoes to the world. Recently scientists learned the lycopene content of tomatoes was especially good for maintaining a healthy heart. This extremely nutritious vegetable is now considered America’s favorite vegetable.\nThe tomatoes found in the Fords’ garden are the following varieties: Stupice, Brandywine, Sweet 100, Better Boy, Better Bush and Homestead.\nAs you can see, the Fords have planted some excellent tomato varieties, and in a recent phone conversation, he even asked me when I was going to come over and help pick tomatoes.\nI hope that your gardens are doing well and that you are enjoying having fresh veggies to eat.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.minijake.com/Books/Science-%26-Nature/Quarto/The-World-That-Feeds-Us/9780711277717/", "date": "2023-06-04T11:58:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649741.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20230604093242-20230604123242-00067.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8862618207931519, "token_count": 312, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__305971389", "lang": "en", "text": "The World That Feeds Us : Discover how our food is produced in a sustainable way.\nThe World That Feeds Us is a stylishly illustrated book looking at the workings of green farming methods around the world, exploring the rhythm of sustainable farming throughout the year from city farms, to heritage breeds and farmer's markets.\nWhere does our food come from? Is farming different around the world? In this charmingly illustrated book, follow sustainable farming around the world to discover how farmers from Hawaii, to Sweden, the UK, and beyond grow the fresh and tasty food we enjoy eating.\nExplore the seasonal workings of farms around the world, and how food can be grown using sustainable methods that focus on quality versus quantity to ensure an environmentally healthy future. The World That Feeds Us explores fascinating farms and farming techniques around the world, including:\n*Global cacao production\n*City farms, on rooftops, and beyond\n*Heirloom crops and heritage breeds\n*Farmer's markets across the globe\n*High-tech machinery such as farmbots\nA glossary defines key sustainable farming terms. Through this colorful and global look at farming, children will learn how farmers, and us, can make choices to protect the planet, while still enjoying delicious and nutritious food.\nAges: 7 to 11 Years\nGrades: 2 to 6\nDimensions: 8.7 in W x 11.6 in L\nShare:Facebook like Tweet button Google Plus button Pinterest button Tell a friend", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://starkparks.com/shops/mill-store/", "date": "2017-05-30T07:21:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463614615.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20170530070611-20170530090611-00465.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9462372660636902, "token_count": 336, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__24661951", "lang": "en", "text": "261 Main St., Magnolia 44643\nMagnolia Flouring Mills: 330.866.3354\nAfter touring the Magnolia Flouring Mill and learning about its fascinating history, visitors can stop in the mill store to continue their trip back in time. Take a memento with you like a Mill t-shirt, a “Cat’s Meow” keepsake (shaped and decorated just like the mill and old train station), or an authentic Magnolia Mill feed bag.\nVisitors will also find many other “old-time” gifts and keepsakes.\nThe Magnolia Mill continues to produce a wide variety of products that are sold in the mill store. Cornmeal, a wide variety of bird seed mixes, and cow chop (cattle feed) are still produced by the mill. All mill-produced products are made from locally purchased ingredients.\nOur high quality corn meal is produced with locally grown corn and is ground in our antique corn cracker. The result is a fine, delicious meal that is perfect for corn bread, mush and scrapple. If you have purchased our corn meal, try these old-fashioned recipes.\nThe mill also offers a wide variety of other commercial feed products including:\nAll mill store proceeds benefit the maintenance and continued operation of the historic mill.\nThe Magnolia Flouring Mill store is full of products, from keepsakes and gifts to goods and animal feed.\nThe Stark County Park District prohibits the use of motorized vehicles in this park and on its trails. Sections of trail may not be suitable for wheelchair access. Weather may impact the accessibility of trails, always use caution.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.hahnresearchgroup.com/publications/journals/experimental-and-computational-optimization-escherichia-coli-co-culture", "date": "2023-12-10T14:17:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102469.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210123756-20231210153756-00123.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9219783544540405, "token_count": 289, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__176629133", "lang": "en", "text": "Metabolic engineering and synthetic biology have enabled the use of microbial production platforms for the renewable production of many high-value natural products. Titers and yields, however, are often too low to result in commercially viable processes. Microbial co-cultures have the ability to distribute metabolic burden and allow for modular specific optimization in a way that is not possible through traditional monoculture fermentation methods. Here, we present an Escherichia coli co-culture for the efficient production of flavonoids in vivo, resulting in a 970-fold improvement in titer of flavan-3-ols over previously published monoculture production. To accomplish this improvement in titer, factors such as strain compatibility, carbon source, temperature, induction point, and inoculation ratio were initially optimized. The development of an empirical scaled-Gaussian model based on the initial optimization data was then implemented to predict the optimum point for the system. Experimental verification of the model predictions resulted in a 65% improvement in titer, to 40.7±0.1mg/L flavan-3-ols, over the previous optimum. Overall, this study demonstrates the first application of the co-culture production of flavonoids, the most in-depth co-culture optimization to date, and the first application of empirical systems modeling for improvement of titers from a co-culture system.\nMetabolic Engineering 35, pp. 55-63 (2016)", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.essenchatea.com/post/black-teas-specific-names", "date": "2024-04-19T00:03:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817249.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418222029-20240419012029-00715.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9568688273429871, "token_count": 979, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__73146962", "lang": "en", "text": "Black teas are often attributed specific names depending upon the region where the tea plants are grown and the resulting tea leaves produced.\nWhat is black tea?\nBlack tea, like all teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. Black tea leaves differ from their green, white, and oolong counterparts due to the level of oxidation in the leaves. Once plucked from the tea plant, the leaves begin to oxidize, and the oxidation is only halted once heat is applied. To be considered a black tea, the leaves must be 80% or more oxidized. In order to achieve near full oxidation more quickly, tea producers often macerate, tumble, or roll the leaves.\nAs the oxidation in the leaves occur, the level and content of polyphenols change. Black tea tends to have more thearubigins and theabrownins than other types of tea. The result is darker leaves, which often yields a reddish brown liquid once steeped. The taste of the cup is often described as malty, fruity, and sometimes smoky as well.\nWhere is black tea from?\nThough tea plants are now grown around the world in many different climates and regions, most of the more common teas you would drink come from Southeast Asia. Today, there are hundreds of cultivars and hybrid plants based on the Camellia sinensis plant. However, there are two main, or more popular, cultivars from which our tea leaves are harvested: Camellia sinensis sinensis and Camellia sinensis assamica.\nNative to China, the Camellia sinensis sinensis plant yields smaller leaves and is typically used to make white or green tea. The plant itself is more tolerant to the cold and tends to grow in dry, sunny regions. This plant is often found in China, Japan, and Taiwan.\nHaving originated in Northern India, the Camellia sinensis assamica plant yields larger leaves typically used to make black tea. The plant thrives in subtropical forests and does well in warm, moist climates. The leaves are great for yielding the maltier, stronger cups of brew that black tea is known for. This plant is often grown in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Kenya, and Argentina.\nWhat's in the name?\nSome of the most popular black teas in the world are often named after the region in which the tea leaves are grown and produced.\nThe Assam region in India has a rainy, tropical climate and is home to the largest tea-growing region in the world. The Camellia sinensis assamica plant got its name from the Assam region, as this is where the plant originated. Most likely due to British influence, Assam black teas are often used in breakfast and other common flavored blends, like English Breakfast and Earl Gray. The malty, bold flavor holds up to the addition of milk and sugar.\nFrom another region in the country of India, we get Darjeeling. The name is reserved for teas grown on specific plantations that meet several criteria to earn the Darjeeling label, including location and altitude. The resulting flavor profile of the tea is often described as softer and more floral, sometimes spicy.\nTeas grown in various regions of Sri Lanka are called Ceylon. Though the flavor of the tea is often described as strong and brisk, the teas may vary significantly depending on where they grow. The climate of Sri Lanka's many tea gardens range from cool and mountainous to humid and tropical. Those black teas grown at a higher elevation tend to be lighter in color and milder in flavor, while black teas grown at lower elevation tend to be a darker, with a reddish-orange color and bolder tasting notes.\nKeemun tea comes from the Anhui province, China. Though still described as malty, the flavor of the resulting tea tends to be lighter with a sweet finish. This specific black tea often yields cups with stone fruit flavors and is slightly smoky. The resulting brew is sometimes even described as containing hints of cocoa. Keemun is the most popular of black teas produced in China.\nThese are just a few of the more popular black teas consumed around the world. Remember, though black teas tend to be darker in color and bolder in flavor than other types of tea, the flavor profiles of each tea may vary significantly. The region in which the tea was grown, what crops were near the tea plants, the variation in climate during the growing season, etc. may all impact the flavor of the resulting cup of tea in the end. We invite you to try a few of these different types of black tea and explore the resulting diverse range of colors and flavors in your steeped cup of tea.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.uah.org/projects-initiatives/grow-a-row/", "date": "2015-03-30T20:00:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-14/segments/1427131299877.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20150323172139-00201-ip-10-168-14-71.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9576432108879089, "token_count": 413, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2015-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-14__0__2250862", "lang": "en", "text": "Thanks to all the community-minded individuals who participated in Grow-a-Row this year! From Sugarhouse to Spanish fork, over 40 people grew and donated fresh produce to their local food pantries. The map below shows all the “rows” throughout the valley. Check out this great article from Deseret News that highlights a West Jordan boy scout who used Grow a Row to enlist his neighbors to grow and donate thousands of pounds of winter squash this season.\nWhy Grow a Row? We believe that everyone has the right to fresh, healthy, food. However, those who rely on food pantries often do not have access to fresh produce. This is where you come in. Do you have a garden that produces far too many tomatoes than you can eat and preserve? Does your apple tree overwhelm you with fruit by the end of the season? Instead of letting all that fresh, nutritious produce go to waste, you can donate it to it to your local food pantry. You can fight hunger in your own backyard!\nHow it works: We want to make giving easy, so in the spring we contact food pantries to make sure that they’re willing and able to receive donations from the public. By making the connection between participants and pantries, we hope to increase the amount of fresh produce donated throughout the growing season. We believe that this is one way to give back and share extra produce with those who otherwise lack access. Read about the history of Grow-a-Row here.\nWho can participate: Anyone with a bit of garden space! This is also great opportunity for an Eagle Scout Project. Please help us spread the word to your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Follow this link to download a Grow A Row flyer.\nHow to get involved: Sign up here to register your “row.” You can find a pantry accepting donations near you here. After you plant, grow, and harvest your produce, you’re all set to donate your surplus to hunger relief.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://freeluna.blogspot.com/2008/06/astronauts-space-age-weed-eaters.html", "date": "2017-04-26T06:07:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917121165.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031201-00083-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9576876759529114, "token_count": 935, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__263885398", "lang": "en", "text": "Astronauts: Space-Age Weed Eaters?\nWhile NASA contemplates what plants might be grown in space for the Astronauts based on the moon or on their way to Mars, may I offer a few of my own plant candidates? These candidates probably haven't been researched much so far because, for most people, they're dismissed as common weeds.\nSummer Purslane - Portulaca oleracea\nSummer Purslane, or common purslane, is a common bane to most gardeners. This flat-growing, succulent-leafed plant grows just about anywhere soil is devoid of other plants, \"it tolerates poor, compacted soils and drought\" -- See the Wikipedia link, above. It grows during the warmer times of the year and contains more Omega 3 fatty acids than any other leafed vegetable. It also contains a fair bit of vitamin C.\nI like summer purslane for four reasons: (1) it's tasty, (2) it likes poor soils, (3) you can eat almost the whole thing, and (4) it grows as a flat mat, which allows a space-cramped astro-farmer to grow closely stacked shelves of it in a corner of his/her biosphere. Here I envision shelves where the bottom side is covered in LEDs to illuminate the plants on the shelves below it.\nMiner's Lettuce - Claytonia perfoliata\nMiner's lettuce, sometimes called Winter Purslane, is one of the first plants to appear in the California springtime. When it's still chilly outside, it's tender shoots break through the poor soil into the shady areas in which it usually grows. When the heat of summer kicks in, Claytonia begins to fade from the spotlight, but not before producing a bounty of seeds. The name \"Miner's Lettuce\" comes from the Gold Rush era, when miners would eat it to prevent scurvy, obviously because of it's vitamin C content. I like miner's lettuce for six reasons: (1) it's tasty - much like lettuce or spinach, (2) it likes cool shade, (3) it contains vitamin C, (4) with its round central leaf it looks like it should be a space vegetable, (5) you can almost eat the entire plant, and (6) it doesn't much care what soil you try growing it in. From our astro-farmer's point of view, miner's lettuce is an ideal vegetable when you're running short of light and heat, such as during the lunar nighttime when power consumption would be at a minimum.\nCommon Chickweed - Stellaria Media\nAnother fine winter plant, chickweed is tasty stuff that grows almost anywhere there is space. Like miner's lettuce and summer purslane, above, chickweed is almost entirely edible. As a medicinal plant, it has been traditionally used to treat skin-related ailments. I like this plant for 5 out of the 6 reasons I like miner's lettuce -- chickweed, however, doesn't look much like a space vegetable.\nCommon Dandelion - Taraxacum officinale\nDandelions can be used as salad greens and the taproot can be dried and roasted as a coffee substitute. Naturally this means that nearly the entire plant can be consumed. Dandelions are easy to grow, perhaps much harder not to grow. No space garden should be without a patch of the cheery yellow flowers.\nYou'll notice by now that the candidates I've offered have a few common attributes. The first, in all cases the plants can be almost entirely consumed. When you look at many of the NASA-tested vegetables, such as tomatoes, potatoes, and wheat, there remains a fair amount of plant waste after harvest that needs to be broken down and returned to the soil/nutrient solution. This requires room and energy to accomplish and effects the O2/CO2 balance if composting or incineration are used.\nAll the candidates can grow in relatively poor soil. Weeds are robust members of the plant community. They are opportunists which usually grow quickly wherever they end up, and they generate a fair number of seeds as a matter of course, allowing for a multitude of re-plantings. Two of the candidates are winter vegetables, requiring less energy than typical summer vegetables. One of the candidates grows as a flat mat, allowing it to grow on tightly spaced shelves where space is limited.\nThese candidates demonstrate that by looking a bit \"outside of the box\", growing space vegetables may be easier than currently anticipated.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.4562eumundi.com.au/fruit-growers-across-the-goulburn-valley-need-your-help-to-get-the-fruit-off-the-trees/", "date": "2022-06-28T22:31:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103617931.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20220628203615-20220628233615-00664.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9517928957939148, "token_count": 269, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-27", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__8981942", "lang": "en", "text": "Fruit growers across the Goulburn Valley need your help to get the fruit off the trees.\nGreater Shepparton and Victorian farmers need your support to get produce off to market.\nDue to COVID-19 travel restrictions, farmers are expecting a shortfall of thousands of seasonal workers. Workers who support the industry will support farmers and ensure fresh produce is supplied to Australia and the rest of the world.\nPickers are needed to ensure quality fruit does not go to waste.\nNo experience is needed apart from being physically healthy, fit and reliable, as well as having a willingness to learn and a great attitude! If you ware wanting to start a longer term career in the industry, there are opportunities that require some level of training such as driving tractors, etc. Your employer will let you know what is needed and most growers are willing to train people in new skills.\nRelocation assistance for harvest work of up to $6,000 is available to eligible Australian’s and $2,000 if you are a visa holder with the right to work in Australia.\nTo be eligible for relocation assistance you will need to work for at least six weeks and at least 120 hours in a harvest, regional or remote area.\nFor further information on this assistance please visit the Australian Government’s Job Search website.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.roottofruitnutrition.ca/", "date": "2023-12-02T12:11:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100399.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202105028-20231202135028-00143.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9055355787277222, "token_count": 122, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__179765326", "lang": "en", "text": "top of page\nWhat fruit do you wish to bear in your life?\nWhether it's a baby, a career, a health goal, or a dream, a nourishing diet is one of the foundations of a vibrant, fruitful life.\nHow will you cultivate the rich, fertile soil necessary for your fruit to ripen?\nWhole, natural, clean, simple foods provide optimal fuel for your body, mind, and soul to face life's great adventure. Allow me to gently work the soil alongside you, to tend to the roots. May your harvest be bountiful!\nbottom of page", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://eliminateem.com/blog/exterminating-pests/how-to-keep-animals-out-of-garden/", "date": "2023-03-31T00:12:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949506.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330225648-20230331015648-00459.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9411261081695557, "token_count": 1261, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__73769026", "lang": "en", "text": "Oh, how we love our gardens. How many other things can nurture us, body and soul, quite like a lovingly tended garden? Unfortunately, there’s no lack of pesky pests who love our gardens too. Even a novice gardener knows that keeping the bugs and hungry animals away from a garden is more than half the battle. One of the most common pests that make their way into our gardens are squirrels. As you notice signs of these pests, such as bite marks and missing plants, you’re likely asking yourself one glaring question: How do you keep squirrels out of a garden?\nThese days, there are all kinds of chemical weapons to use to keep both bugs, squirrels, and other animals aways from your garden. However, these chemicals can be harmful to you, your garden’s bounty, and the surrounding wildlife. And besides, who wants to ingest chemically polluted plants? Luckily, there are ways to keep animals out of your garden naturally – and cheaply, too. Here, you’ll read some of the top ways to keep bugs, squirrels, and other animals away from your garden.\nTip #1: Use Your Kitchen Waste\nOur first tip to keeping squirrels out of your garden, along with avoiding other pests, is to put your kitchen waste to use. Squirrels, along with other animals and bugs, can be kept at bay by putting certain kinds of kitchen waste around the patch. Items like coffee grounds, egg shells, and citrus fruit rinds are unfavored amongst these pests, keeping them at a distance. These cute but naughty garden devastators have a very developed sense of smell – so these strong odors work well at keeping them away.\nIf you’re trying to keep squirrels out of your garden in particular, use garlic! While we love this tasty, fragrant food when we cook, squirrels certainly do not feel the same. Mix some chopped garlic with equal parts vinegar and let the mixture sit for a few days. Spray the garlic mixture around your garden, such as on fences, stakes, and pots. Its strong scent will keep squirrels and other animals away, keeping your crops safe and sound.\nTip #2: The Age Old Soap Trick\nThis old Farmer’s Almanac trick has stood the test of time, proving to still be effective at keeping squirrels and other animals out of gardens. First, cut up some Irish Spring soap and place it in a few small drawstring pouches. Place the pouches around your garden, making sure to cover all areas. The strong scent of the soap should help to keep animals out of the garden, including deer and those pesky squirrels.\nTip #3: Create a Physical Barrier to Keep Animals Away\nWhen figuring out how to keep animals out of a garden, a good physical barrier is typically the best defense. To do so, create a barrier around the entire perimeter of the garden. There are a few options you can choose, including hardwire cloth, chicken wire, or a wooden fence. If you’re trying to figure out how to keep squirrels out of a garden in particular, use squirrel fence spikes. These are specifically designed to keep squirrels away by placing pointed spikes atop the barrier. Don’t worry though, they won’t harm the squirrels. They’ll just save you from the havoc they wreak on your garden!\nTip #4: Use Plants to Keep Bugs Away From a Garden\nIf you’re asking yourself how to keep bugs away from your garden, here’s a tip for you. Bring in the good guys. There are many types of insects that are actually beneficial to your garden. That’s because these good bugs, like wasps, actually feed on the bugs that often damage our crops. To bring in the good bugs, you can incorporate plants into your garden that attract them. Queen Anne’s Lace, Butterfly Weed, parsley, carrots and chamomile are all known to attract wasps and other beneficial insects that will protect your garden.\nAnother tip to keep bugs away from your garden is to plant insect repelling plants near the crops. Some plants have insect-repelling properties that will work to keep these garden-damaging bugs at a distance. Some of these plants include lavender, basil, mint, lemongrass, and petunias. Not only will these plants help keep bugs away from your garden, but many of them look and taste great too! Finding that rabbits are the culprit for your garden’s damage? Planting onions around the perimeter works best at keeping these cute, but havoc wreaking, animals away.\nTip #5: Use Motion-Sensor Sprinklers\nPlacing motion-sensor sprinklers near your garden is another tip for keeping squirrels and other animals out of the garden. When these animals arrive to steal your crops, the sprinklers will activate once they get too close. Squirrels, and other animals like rabbits and deer, are notoriously skittish. The alarming sound and spray of water will deter them away from your garden, keeping your crops safe (and watered)!\nGarden pests are a pain and a nuisance that most gardeners have dealt with. After putting hard work into creating a bountiful garden, it’s hard to watch its bounty get stolen by squirrels, other animals, and pesky bugs. Next time you’re wondering how to keep squirrels out of your garden, along with other common pests, follow these simple tips. With some vigilance and perseverance, you’ll be on your way to keeping your garden safe!\nAnd if these common garden pests make their way into your home, call an expert like Eliminate’Em to take control of the problem. We offer squirrel removal and other wildlife control to keep your family safe! The professional technicians at Eliminate’Em are available to you 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Give us a call at 1-866-652-1367 (7378) for Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts pest removal today!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://voiceofayf.com/interview/agriculture-for-the-future/", "date": "2023-03-26T18:20:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296946445.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20230326173112-20230326203112-00060.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9360741376876831, "token_count": 837, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__201860765", "lang": "en", "text": "[INTERVIEW] Mbuli Charles Boliko, Director of the Liaison Office in Japan for the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations talks about FAO and agriculture for the future\nAgriculture provides us with our food, and without food there can be no life. We need to invest in sustainable agricultural strategies which allow us to feed ourselves without compromising the capacity and ability of the future generation to also do the same.\n- Category: #interview #Agriculture & Food\n- Interview date: Sep 27th, 2018\n- Writer: David\nQuestion: Could you tell us about FAO’s mission to achieve zero hunger and your activities in Japan?\nMr. Charles Boliko:\nFAO is a specialized agency under the United Nations which focuses on issues related to food and agriculture. Its main objective is to lead the global cause of achieving zero hunger by ensuring that every human being on earth has access to sufficient food, in terms of both quantity andquality.\nThe FAO mandates are\n- to increase the production of nutritious food for all people by introducing agricultural techniques and contributing to rural development,\n- to ensure resilience,\n- to reduce dependence on food aid by educating people on how they can produce their own food, and\n- to utilize and manage human resources on a sustainable level.\nThe main activities of FAO are\n- research and knowledge accumulation (data analysis, generation of knowledge, and data-based publications);\n- policy development and assistance;\n- service as a forum for neutral discussion that contributes to world peace; and\n- implementation of concrete projects in the field\nTo achieve its missions, FAO has worked with several stakeholders in mobilizing and promoting its activities to achieve zero hunger, including Japan, which currently stands as the second largest contributor to FAO’s regular budget.\nQuestion: How can FAO’s partnership with Pasona Group and Awaji Youth Federation (AYF) contribute to the objectives of both organizations?\nMr. Charles Boliko:\nIn this era of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the United Nations and FAO both continue to work with several organizations including private companies to achieve SDG No. 17, which is to Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.In the case of Pasona Group, FAO has agreed to work together in achieving greater public awareness regarding food security, and Pasona possesses a wonderful set of networks which is capable of tackling this issue. As Pasona is a renowned recruitment and human resources company, we are now striving to work on capacity development and the dissemination of knowledge. The Fellows in Awaji Youth Federation are extremely creative, open-minded, and belong to the type of young individuals that FAO needs. Apart from utilizing individual skills and building relationships, one of our ongoing projects is the creation of a new FAO establishment which will be done in partnership with Pasona Group at Awaji Island’s Yumebutai International Conference Center.\nQuestion: Why is sustainable agriculture so important for the future?\nMr. Charles Boliko:\nAgriculture provides us with our food, and without food there can be no life. We need to invest in sustainable agricultural strategies which allow us to feed ourselves without compromising the capacity and ability of the future generation to also do the same. It is imperative that we do not think only for our own selves, ignoring the consequence of our actions and its impact on future generations. Furthermore, there can be no sustainability until we consider the fulfillment of “5P”: People, Planet, Prosperity, Partnership, and Peace. All of these cannot be achieved without the efforts of people. As the world population continues to rise between now and 2050, we are called upon to increase food production by some 50% in order to meet the new demand. This should be executed in a way which is sustainable without exhausting the quality of our water and land, and in such a way that we are not contributing further to pollution and other environmental issues.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://tool-garden.com/shop/fertilizer/cuxin-fertilizer/tomato-fertilizer-1500/", "date": "2024-02-21T16:00:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473518.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221134259-20240221164259-00618.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8806267976760864, "token_count": 422, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__123234638", "lang": "en", "text": "TOMATO THUNDER ORGANIC – 1.5 kg – from Cuxin DCM – Minigran\nYou can achieve a basic improvement of the soil humus layer by consistent application of composted natural fertilizers such as ORGASAN ORGANIC TOMATO FERTILIZER. With this special fertilizer, especially rich in potassium, grow the most beautiful tomatoes.\n- for growing tomatoes and other vegetables in greenhouses and outdoors.\n- rich in potassium for firm and juicy fruits\n- applicable in controlled organic farming according to EU regulation (EWG 889/2008)\n- VE = 1,5 kg\n- Application quantity:: 150 – 200 g /m²\nWhy fertilize organically?\nOrganic fertilizers supplement the nutrient supply of the cultivated crops in the garden. The nutrients present in the soil are often not in the optimal usable form and quantity. Only the supply of plant nutrients through fertilization enables the plant to be optimally supplied. Fertilization should be adjusted to the plant’s needs. The use of our organic fertilizers optimizes the nutrition of the plant, promotes plant growth, improves the yield and also the quality of the harvested products. Soil fertility is permanently increased by organic fertilization.\nWhat does MINIGRAN mean?\nThe unique Minigran production process produces a microgranule that is significantly smaller than classic granules and is also very fine and homogeneous. This allows an even distribution of fertilizer between the plants. Another special feature is that the minigranulate has no breaking edges. This makes it low in dust and odor. An additional advantage is the very low nutrient leaching into groundwater compared to chemical fertilizers. The nutrients are plant-available, with maximum respect for the environment at the same time\nOrganic biological garden care products of the brand CUXIN DCM. Cuxin DCM fertilizers combine scientific know-how and ecological standards. We deliberately refrain from selling mineral fertilizers in order to avoid polluting waters and meadows.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rakverelk.ee/eestisiga/eng/", "date": "2021-09-26T00:38:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057787.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20210925232725-20210926022725-00095.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.961985170841217, "token_count": 402, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__203376633", "lang": "en", "text": "15 kg of pork consumed by an average Estonian comes from Rakvere Farms.\nAn average Estonian eats approximately 32 kg of pork in a year, half of which is the Rakvere Meat Processing Plant’s fresh meat and meat products.\n40% of Estonian-raised pork grows up in Rakvere Farms.\nThere are about 625,000 pigs raised in Estonia every year, from which 250,000 are raised in Rakvere Farms. There are so many pigs raised in Estonia that it is more than enough for all Estonians. This is why some of the pigs and pork travel to other countries.\n280 kg of mixed fodder is used to raise one pig in Rakvere Farms.\nAltogether, Rakvere’s pigs eat about 85,000 tons of mixed fodder in a year, out of which 70,000 tons is local production from Estonian fields and is grown by Estonian farmers. 99% of mixed fodder is produced in Estonia. Also, over 60,000 tons of whey left over from the dairy industry is used to feed the pigs.\nhe right temperature is very important when raising pigs: in a cool pigsty, a part of the energy from the fodder is used not to grow but to sustain the body's temperature. But in too warm an environment, the pigs lose their appetite and their gain decreases again. The highest temperature of about 35 °C is needed by the suckling pigs when they are born, weaners need 19–25 °C and pigs only 18 °C.\nWhether the temperature is suitable for the pigs can also be determined by simply observing the pigs. When the pigs are lying next to each other, then the temperature is just right for them. In a cold pigsty, pigs climb on top of each other in order to keep warm. In too hot a pigsty, the pigs keep away from each other when lying or are even in the dung in order to get rid of the excess heat.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://greenermadison.blogspot.com/2011/05/how-i-became-woodland-gardener.html", "date": "2017-05-23T10:34:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607620.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20170523103136-20170523123136-00171.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9357879161834717, "token_count": 1801, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__99446813", "lang": "en", "text": "- Put the plants in clumps of three to five (single plants in a row look unnatural).\n- Put the taller plants near the center of a grouping, or to the rear.\n- Don’t put the plants too close together--they will grow.\n- Make little access pathways through the garden, so you avoid compacting the soil.\n- Don’t worry--you can always move plants later if you don’t like where they are.\nI was amazed--most of the plants took hold and thrived. Gradually, I stopped mowing more shady spots in my back yard. First, they’d go to violets. Then, as hand-me-down plants became available, I’d pull up the violets, and plant natives. But I liked violets too, so I left some clumps.\nVolunteer plants add variety\nOne spring day, before the grass started growing, I noticed a strange, brownish spike growing in my front lawn. A “volunteer.” Not knowing what it was, I transplanted it into my garden. It turned out to be a lovely, mottled trillium. The next year, a jack-in-the-pulpit volunteered. Again, I moved it.\nNow that I’m five years into my love affair with native plants, things are really taking off. All those plants are spreading, so I have my own “extras” to colonize new areas, such as my terrace.\nTerraces are good for gardens, because if you remove soil to below the sidewalk, the garden will take runoff from the pavement--ensuring luxurient growth. Select spots where the pavement tilts towards your garden.\nGetting rid of grass\nIf you want to create a woodland garden in one year, existing grass is a problem. One way is to lay down newspaper in early spring, and put dirt or leaves on top--to kill the grass.\nBut with gradual conversion, the grass simply melts away. The natives and accumulating leaves crowd out the grass. I remove any that remains when I weed twice a year.\nThe garden designs itself\nDuring my first weeding in May, I look to see which plants are vigorous. I have several species which are rather aggressive--so I trim them back, giving their shyer neighbors more room. Then I move a few plants around, maybe adding a few plants to a thin clump, till things look right. I weed out the dandelions and creeping Charlie.\nI look for seedlings that became established last fall--such as trillium or jack-in-the-pulpit. For me, these are in short supply, since I never received “extras” of these. Then I transplant them to clumps that need “beefing up,” or into new areas of lawn that I am transforming. As I find these little “volunteers,” I mark them with a little flag, till I have time to transplant them.\nDuring April, you wonder if anything is going to come up. Gradually, little green shoots show their heads. Just as you are despairing whether anything made it through the winter, suddenly... little green heads and spikes are popping up all over. Over the next few weeks, your garden is transformed from barren to blooming. It's magical!\nMay is the best tine of year in my woodland garden. Many species are coming into flower, one after another. It’s fascinating to wander down the paths and take stock--see who’s doing what. How the children grow! Each year, the jack-in-the-pulpit sends up new shoots near the parent plant.\nYards have odd corners that are perfect for woodland gardens.\nMost essential--enriching your soil\nMy house was built in the 1950s on clay. Topsoil under the grass is thin. When you rake the lawn every fall, you are removing most of the organic material that normally would enrich the soil. So it’s essential that you don’t rake your woodland garden!!\nEven though I started with poor soil, my woodland garden is a success.\nFor best results, you need to do more than not raking to enrich the soil. My neighbor Bob Kowal, a retired botany professor, actually brought in bales of oak leaves he got from the cemetery. Since I have about 50% lawn now, I use my grass clippings as mulch, and I compost weeds and the leaves I rake.\nSome woodland gardeners use free wood chips provided by the City. These make nice pathways. Or, you can use them as mulch around groups of plants. After about 5 years, the chips break down to enrich the soil.\nRich soil and mulch help to retain moisture.\nA natural forest is like a giant sponge--soaking up and holding onto all the rain that falls. The urban forest doesn’t retain as much water, so you’ll have to supply extra during dry periods. Some years I have to water frequently--other years, hardly at all.\nThe two best ways to water are to use soaker hoses, and direct your downspouts to your woodland gardens. You can hook up rain barrels to your soaker hoses.\nPour a gallon of water to observe which way your driveway and sidewalk tilts--then build gardens where they will receive extra runoff from the pavement. Don’t let any water escape from your property without using it!\nYou will need to weed 2-3 times a year. Mulching helps keep the weeds in check. You have to keep on top of the creeping Charlie--weed Charlie in May, when you can see the purple flowers.\nFor the most part, native plants can compete with weeds. But your conditions may not be perfect, and some of the weeds, like garlic mustard, are very invasive. And your neighbors are busy exporting weed seeds, like dandelions.\nWoodland garden VS lawn The woodland garden is...\n- Far more interesting than a lawn, and more beautiful.\n- It attracts wildlife, replenishes groundwater, and promotes health of the lakes.\n- You don’t have to rake or spend money on gas, fertilizer, weedkiller, or lawnmower repairs.\nIf you count the planting--yes, it is more work.\nBut once the garden is established, it’s somewhat less work than a lawn. All you have to do is weed, mulch, and perhaps water.\nWhat about mosquitoes? I don’t notice any difference. Mosquitoes aren’t produced in the woods. For breeding they require standing water--such as roof gutters or an old tire someone tossed into the bushes.\nA source for plants--your biggest challenge\nIf you have shade, your next step is to find a supply of woodland plants. There are sales about town.\nBut more and more people are starting woodland gardens. So chances are, there’s someone in your neighborhood who has extra plants to share. A vigorous garden produces lots of seedlings. Ask your neighbor if you can have some of these tiny plants.\nSince I started my garden, I haven’t paid a dime for plants. All it cost was about $50 for soaker hoses.\nNow that I’ve got all those native plants with quirky personalities--I’m starting to find out about them. Wild ginger is really amazing--but that’s another story.\n# # #\n2 small bins for holding/transporting soil, weeds, or mulch.\nTwo plastic garbage cans with lids for holding soil, weeds. (Use lids to shovel soil onto when transplanting plants.)\nFour (or more) 50’soaker hoses\nHose to get water from spigot to soaker hose.\nFour way junction to split water to four soaker hoses.\nWire staples, to hold down soaker hoses\nPlastic water can\nDownspout extenders (or PVC flexible drain pipe)\nAt least two composters. Several inexpensive plastic ones are made.\nIf your yard is fenced, you can use a short segment of chicken wire fencing to close off a corner of your fence, turning it into a triangular container about 6-8 feet on a side.\nShade-tolerant plants in my garden\nTrillium (two species)\nBleeding heart (not native)\nWindflower (not native)\nLamium (not native)", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://notthembutus.wordpress.com/discussion-papers/the-soil-fertility-project-james-bruges-and-david-friese-greene/", "date": "2020-09-20T08:07:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400196999.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20200920062737-20200920092737-00392.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9580929279327393, "token_count": 874, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__151024593", "lang": "en", "text": "The Soil Fertility Project: James Bruges and David Friese-Greene\n26 May 2011\nJames Lovelock has said that charcoal – if adopted by farmers around the world to increase the yield of their crops – could be our main hope for combating the worst effects of global warming. George Monbiot wrote an article in The Guardian suggesting that biochar (charcoal intended for agricultural purposes) could lead to destructive monocultures if the process is allocated carbon credits and taken up by large-scale agribusiness. The hope and the fear are both realistic, though there is little chance that the technology can attract carbon credits because of difficulties over certification. We are focusing on Lovelock’s hope.\nThe science is complex so this is a gross simplification. Plants capture carbon dioxide from the air through photosynthesis. If you char the plants (wood is not necessary) and bury the char, carbon is captured, almost permanently, and oxygen released: hence carbon dioxide is extracted from the atmosphere. The microscopic cavities of charcoal allow it to retain moisture and provide a refuge for microbes, fungus and mycorrhizae, which associate with plant roots. So biochar is particularly useful for restoring fertility to degraded arid soils in the tropics.\nThe project is being run by SCAD, a large NGO in Tamil Nadu that is in touch with 500 villages. If farmers see positive results from trials it is likely that they will wish to adopt the process, particularly since the cost of synthetic fertiliser is rising. We have a head start because a banana farmer had been using waste rice-husk charcoal and ash from a mill and claims that his use of water has halved, less fertiliser is needed and his yield has increased in quantity and quality. The practice spread to his neighbours, and other farmers are showing an interest. Actually, the use of charcoal to modify soil has a long history in India.\nThere is a problem over equipment. Traditional charcoal-making uses wood and has health hazards. Our friend Dr Ravikumar (seen in the pyrolysis photo) first sparked our interest three years ago with his Anila cooking stove. But larger equipment is necessary for village communities if they are to produce sufficient biochar for agricultural use. Searching the web led to David meeting Black-is-Green in Australia who make a pyrolyser that is sufficiently robust and simple for operation by communities that do not have a background in the technology.\nThe pilot project, which opened in March, serves SCAD’s 5,000-student technical college, so is bigger than appropriate for villages. It has two parts. An anaerobic biodigester is run on green waste from the college kitchen and local markets. It produces gas (for cooking) and electricity as well as providing slurry to permeate the biochar. The pyrolyser is run on dry agricultural waste and prosopis (an invasive bush on the surrounding scrubland) and is driven by a thermal-electric generator strapped to its side. Waste materials and labour are the only inputs for both parts. SCAD has an organic farm adjacent to the project and this is where field trials using biochar are being carried out. However, the first programme is for rigorous scientific pot trials – designed by Evelyn Krull of CSIRO in Australia and analysed at Limerick University – to determine the nature of the products, and how much to mix with local soils.\nWe are not certain how the project will develop but anticipate that village communities, with whom SCAD has a close relationship, will gather waste materials. They will produce their own slurry from green waste, and a mobile pyrolysis unit will be taken round to process the dry waste. Villagers are, however, already attempting to make their own biochar. Their motivation, of course, is not global warming – although this is seriously affecting them – but to increase the yield of their crops. The project is founded on Lovelock’s view that farmers will adopt the practice when they see the benefits.\nThe RH Southern Trust funded the pilot project but other funding is needed for the Soil Fertility Project to spread at SCAD and elsewhere. We are already in consultation with an organisation in the Cameroons.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://selvforsyningen.dk/en/plastic-mulch-hole-puncher-135/star-cup-130-mm-p522", "date": "2024-04-25T08:09:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712297290384.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425063334-20240425093334-00799.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8531835675239563, "token_count": 121, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__32720855", "lang": "en", "text": "Star cup 130 mm\nStar cup (diameter 130 mm) for burning holes in mulch\nThe 130 millimetre wide star cup is used to burn holes with a cross shape on any type of mulch.\nThis cup, heated using the Thermoperfo, will make a precise clear-cut hole in your plastic mulch.\nIt is convenient for transplanting tomatoes, eggplants, marrows and peppers because the mulch can be arranged so that it is very close to the crop. This prevents weeds from emerging.\nCup delivered without the Thermoperfo.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://michaelstraumietis.companycoast.com/postdetail/pid/29733", "date": "2019-09-16T00:53:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514572439.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20190915235555-20190916021555-00359.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9573591947555542, "token_count": 535, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__178673766", "lang": "en", "text": "Growing cannabis requires more than just choosing a cannabis seed. You need to make sure you use the right fertilizer. Using the best fertilizer can make a huge difference in your crop. Before choosing a fertilizer, you need to know the particular need of your plant for the duration of its life cycle. A growing plant needs a growth fertilizer and such need changes as the plant grows.\nThere are various sources for fertilizers. You can create your own fertilizer or you can purchase readily available fertilizers at the local garden center. The best fertilizer is the one consists of the right mix of nutrients as it can help your plant thrive and maximize your yield. Many cannabis growers prefer to use pre-made fertilizers. Fortunately, there are plenty of cannabis fertilizers to choose from. However, you need to keep in mind that cannabis has a wide array of needs.\nPre-made fertilizers prevent you from making mistakes, especially when it comes to mixing different chemicals. Today, if you are going to search online, you will find a lot of fertilizers specially formulated for growing cannabis. Such products are manufactured by experienced growers worldwide.\nOne of the companies that produce the best fertilizers for cannabis is Advanced Nutrients. The owner and CEO of Advanced Nutrient is Big Mike Straumietis. He is the one who revolutionizes cannabis growing in the comfort of home. His company, Advanced Nutrients specializes in hydroponics fertilizers. It is a process of growing marijuana with the roots planted in the water. Many cannabis growers prefer this method because there are no loose particles and cannabis growers can grow their own crop even without the soil.\nAdvanced Nutrients has been in the business since 1996. It is the only company that truly understands your need for fast-growing and high-yielding crops. Big Mike has undergone thorough research and employed only the best people to make sure that Advanced Nutrients’ product lines are of top-notch quality. His efforts finally paid off as Advanced Nutrients is now one of the popular nutrient brands in the world.\nThe cannabis plant has special needs and with thorough research and rigorous testing, Advanced Nutrients was able to discover the special needs of cannabis. Hence, every product is specially formulated to meet the needs of every cannabis grower.\nAdvanced Nutrients’ products are a bit expensive compared to others but the company can attest to the quality of its products. In fact, it offers 100% guarantee on its products. Only the best materials and standard manufacturing processes are used to creating fertilizers. Hence, you will be able to grow your crops faster and yield more. That’s the Advanced Nutrients promise.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://shortstories.ucgreat.com/read/006/016/744.htm", "date": "2019-04-24T00:15:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578616424.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423234808-20190424020808-00385.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9425073862075806, "token_count": 2003, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__46582323", "lang": "en", "text": "Vineyard, Farm, and Orchard in California by Ella M.\nLong ago the Mission Fathers taught the Indians to plant and to take\ncare of vines and fruit-trees. They built water-works to bring life to\nthe thirsty trees in the dry summers, and to grow oranges, limes,\nand figs, as well as peaches, apricots, and apples. They trained\ngrape-vines over arbors and trellises round the Mission buildings, and\nfrom the small, black grapes made wine. Olive trees and date-palms did\nwell at the southern settlements. But most of these orchards died when\nthe Mission Fathers were no longer allowed to make the Indians work\nfor the church property, though a few old palms and olive trees are\nDuring Mexican days each ranch owner raised enough grain or corn and\nbeans for his own family but planted no fruit, or but little, while\nthe Americans who came to seek gold thought farming a slow way of\nmaking a living. People soon found out, however, that our fine climate\nand rich soil made good crops almost certain, and there was such\ndemand for fruit and farm products that more and more acres were\ncultivated each year.\nOur leading industry now is farming and fruit-growing, and\nCalifornia's delicious fresh or cured fruit is sent all over the\nworld. Large amounts of barley and hops are shipped from here to\nEurope, and our state produces almost all the Lima beans used in the\nThe citrus fruits, as oranges, lemons, and pomelos, or \"grape-fruit,\"\nare called, grow in the seven southern counties, or in the foothills\non the western slope of the Sierras. The trees cannot endure frost and\nmust be irrigated in the summer. Orange trees are a pretty sight, with\ntheir shining green leaves, white, sweet-smelling flowers, and the\ngreen or golden fruit. About Christmas-time, when oranges ripen, both\nblossoms and fruit may be picked from the same tree. Los Angeles and\nOrange County grow most oranges, but San Diego is first in lemon\nculture. Half a million trees in that county show the bright yellow\nfruit and fragrant blossoms every month in the year. The other\nsouthern counties also raise lemons by the car-load to send east, or\nfor your lemonade and lemon pies at home.\nThere, too, the olive grows well, that little plum-shaped fruit you\nusually see as a green, salt pickle on the table. The Mission Fathers\nbrought this tree first from Spain, where the poor people live upon\nblack bread and olives. Olives are picked while green and put in\na strong brine of salt and water to preserve them for eating. Dark\npurple ripe olives are also very good prepared the same way. Did you\nknow that olive-oil is pressed out of ripe olives? The best oil comes\nfrom the first crushing, and the pulp is afterwards heated, when a\nsecond quality of oil is obtained. Olive trees grow very slowly, and\ndo not fruit for seven years after they are planted. But they live a\nhundred years, and bear more olives every season.\nThe black or purple fig which grew in the old Mission gardens bears\nfruit everywhere in the state. Either fresh and ripe, or pressed flat\nand dried, it is delicious and healthful. White figs like those from\nabroad have been raised the last few years, and it is hoped in time to\nproduce Smyrna figs equal to the imported.\nWhile peach orchards blossom and bear fruit six months of the year in\nthe south, most of this pretty pink-cheeked fruit grows in the great\nvalleys, or along the Sacramento River. Pears also show their snowy\nblossoms and yellow fruit in the valleys and farther north. The\nBartlett pear is sent to all the Eastern states in cold storage cars\nkept cool by ice, and also to Europe.\nThe finest apricots are those of that wonderful southern country,\nmiles and miles of orchards lying round Fresno especially. Yet the\nvalleys and foot-hills produce plenty, and in the old mining counties\nvery choice fruit ripens. Apples like the high mountain valleys, where\nthey get a touch of frost in winter, though there is a cool section of\nSan Diego County where fine ones are raised. Cherries do well in the\nmiddle and valley regions, the earliest coming from Vacaville, in\nGrapes grow throughout the state, though the famous raisin vineyards,\nwhere thousands of tons are dried every year, are around Fresno. Most\nof the raisins are dried in the sun, but in one factory a hundred tons\nof grapes may be dried at one time by steam. The raisins are seeded by\nmachinery, and packed in pretty boxes to send all over the coast, and\nthrough the states, where once only foreign raisins were used. Many\nvineyards in the southern part and middle of the state grow only wine\ngrapes, California wines, champagne, and brandy having a wide use.\nGreat quantities of fresh fruits are used in the state or sent away,\nwhile the canneries put up immense amounts, also. Canned fruit reaches\nmany consumers, but it is expensive. Our cured or dried fruit, however\nis so cheap and so good that millions of pounds are prepared every\nyear. Such fruit ripens on the tree and so keeps all its fine flavor.\nIt is then dried in the sunshine, which not only fits it for long\nkeeping but turns part of it to sugar. Apricots, peaches, pears, and\ncherries are usually cut in halves or stoned before drying. Prunes are\nfirst on the list of cured fruits, and they seem the best to use as\nfood. The ripe prunes are dipped into a boiling lye to make the skin\ntender, then rinsed and spread in the sun a day or two. They are then\nallowed to \"sweat\" to get a good color, are next dipped in boiling\nwater a minute or two, dried, and finally graded, a certain number to\nthe pound, and packed in boxes or sacks.\nSeveral kinds of nuts grow well in the state. All the so-called\n\"English\" walnuts, with their thin shells, are raised in the south,\nOrange County furnishing half the amount we market. Peanuts and\nalmonds are a good crop there, also, though almond groves are in all\nparts of the state. Both paper and thick-shelled almonds are usually\nbleached, or whitened, with sulphur smoke to improve their color.\nSanta Barbara and Ventura are the bean counties of the state, and send\nLima beans away by train-loads, while Orange County grows celery for\nthe Eastern market. Very high prices are received for this celery and\nother vegetables sent from California during the winter season when\nfields are covered with snow in the East.\nAnd did you know that the state produces a great deal of sugar? Tons\nand tons of sugar-beets are grown throughout the farming lands, and\nharvested in September. When the juice of these crushed beets is\nboiled and refined, it makes a sugar exactly like cane sugar and much\ncheaper. One-fifth of the beet is sugar, it is said.\nEven the dry, worthless mountain sides are valuable to the bee-keeper.\nThe bees make a delicious honey from the wild, white sage, which grows\nwhere nothing else will live. This sage honey brings the very highest\nOats are raised in the coast counties, and corn in the valleys, but\nowing to cool nights and dry air the corn seldom makes a good crop.\nOrange County, however, claims corn with stalks twenty feet high and\na hundred bushels to the acre. In the south, also, that wonderful\nforage-plant, alfalfa, will produce six crops a year by irrigation and\ngive a ton or more to the acre at each cutting.\nAlong the upper Sacramento River stretch the great hop-fields full\nof tall vines covered with light-green tassels. At hop-picking season\nmany families have a month's picnic, children and all working day\nafter day in the fields and pulling off the fragrant hops. Indians,\ntoo, are among the best hop-pickers. The dried hops are bleached with\nsulphur, baled, and in great quantities sent to Liverpool, where with\nCalifornia barley they are used in brewing malt liquors.\nAn odd crop is mustard, and at Lompoc, in Santa Barbara County, enough\nfor the whole country is grown. Both brown and yellow mustard is\ncultivated, and the little seeds, almost as fine as gunpowder, are\nsold to spice-mills and pickle-factories.\nWhole farms are taken up with the production of flower-seeds or bulbs,\nwith acres and acres of calla-lilies, roses, carnations, and violets.\nThe tall pampas-grass, with its long feathery plumes, gives a\nprofitable crop. Indeed, one can scarcely name a fruit, flower, or\ntree that will not thrive and grow to perfection in our mild climate\nand rich soil.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://frontrangeautmow.com/faqs", "date": "2024-04-16T08:01:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817073.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416062523-20240416092523-00332.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9555981159210205, "token_count": 1037, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__61574338", "lang": "en", "text": "The latest technology in the lawn care industry, a robotic lawn mower is an autonomous robot that is responsible for cutting grass. This technology requires the user to set up a border wire of their property that defines the area that needs to be cut. The wire helps the robot to locate the areas of grass within the lawn that need to be mowed as well as locate the recharging dock. Robotic lawn mowers first entered production in 1995 and can now handle several acres if needed. They are meant to be completely autonomous, and some now work with voice control when connected to your Amazon Echo or Google Home device.\nAutonomous is defined as having the freedom to operate itself and has its own controls. Autonomous lawn mowers have the ability to operate and mow lawns on their own with the settings and controls from the operator. There is no physical demand needed for the robotic mower to run.\nYes! This is one of the many perks that come with owning a robotic lawn mower. Each mower can be set to a specific profile and the operator can customize the date and time of when you want it to mow.\nRobotic lawn mowers are designed to operate in all weather conditions with the exceptions of extreme wet and freezing conditions. Once fall and winter hit, your grass will stop growing depending on where you live, in this case it is best to store your mower in your garage. Simply give it a full charge before you put it away for the winter.\nThe wire that is placed in the lawn allows the robotic lawn mower to maneuver around objects in the lawn without a problem. Robotic lawn mowers also have built-in sensors which keep them from getting stuck on any other unexpected items. A robotic lawn mower is designed to stop its cutting system and redirect if needed.\nA robotic lawn mower uses a buried wire to navigate the edges of your lawn to ensure a clean cut in any area you need mowed. These mowers are designed to overlap the wire to ensure that all of the grass is cut, however you will still need to trim in areas where the grass grows along a wall. This trimming is needed because the robotic mowing blades are recessed from the edge of the automated mower by about three inches.\nEvery model is made for different size lawns, so it depends on which one you purchase. All robotic mowers are meant to cut your lawn several times per week in order to keep your grass healthier. Some automatic lawn mowers are also faster than others. Other factors include the season, the type of grass in your lawn, and if the grass is irrigated or treated. Check with your Autmow professional to help you determine which model would best suit your size lawn.\nUnlike most power equipment, a robotic lawn mower rarely requires any maintenance. While inspection and light cleaning is always a good thing to do so that your equipment runs efficiently for a long time, robotic lawn mowers do not require special equipment to keep their blades sharp. These lightweight mowers make it cheap and easy to simply replace the blades. A good routine also includes things like cleaning off the hood and the wheels of the robotic lawn mower. They do not require any other maintenance, oil, or cleaning, and they won’t take up much space in your garage when stored for the winter.\nBattery lifetime with average use is around five years and only cost about $150 to replace.\nAll units come with a base station and low voltage cord which plugs into any standard outlet.\nNo. They find their own way home when they get tired.\nMowers typically run 60-90 minutes before returning to their base to charge.\nOn average, most standard units take 45 minutes for a full charge.\nRunning costs depend on the size of your lawn but are only $10-$50 per season.\nNo. If you choose our professional installation, we bury the boundary and other guide wires for you. You can also do this yourself, but many DIY kits include above-ground wire and small stakes designed to grow into your lawn quickly.\nAll units use a perimeter wire – similar to electric dog fences. Some units also have GPS to help map the yard.\nBetter than a riding mower. Today’s autonomous mowers can slope up to 45% (or 24°).\nUnits are designed to run in the rain and because of their unique design will also not “tear” wet grass like other mowers.\nNo. Mowers are built for lawns up to 1.25 acres and multiple units can maintain larger yards.\nNo problem. Perimeter wire, remote object sensors and GPS are used to handle even the most demanding lawns.\nSophisticated theft prevention is built into every model. Each unit has some combination of built-in alarms, pin codes, base station exclusivity, auto disabling, and GPS tracking.\nYes! All units have a combination of object, lift, tilt, and/or location sensors that stop the blades automatically when they encounter anything unexpected or outside normal operating parameters.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.scmua.org/Cit-e-Access/webpage.cfm?TID=121&TPID=11911", "date": "2014-12-19T08:37:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1418802768352.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20141217075248-00083-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9071066379547119, "token_count": 346, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-52", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-52__0__82645650", "lang": "en", "text": "The Vegetative Waste Composting Facility consists of a dedicated section of the Solid Waste Facility. Leaves, grass clippings and brush can be dropped off by residents, municipal collection crews and commercial haulers. The leaves and grass clippings are stock piled and then formed into extended piles referred to as windrows. A mechanical windrow turning machine then passes over the piles, where the machine remixes and aerates the leaves and grass. Composting of the leaves is accomplished in about 5 to 6 months. Trees and brush may also be brought to the vegetative waste facility where a tub grinder is used to chip small diameter trees and brush into a mulch type product available to area residents and businesses.\nSection of SCMUA 2013 Rate Schedule\nVII. Leaves, Brush and Lawn Clippings (ID 23)\nCharge for drop-off of leaves, brush and lawn clippings shall be $40.00 per ton. Minimum charge shall be $5.00 per load. Passenger type vehicles (i.e. automobiles, minivans, SUV's) shall not be charged for diminimus amounts of ID23. Any vehicles with two (2) or less barrels/bags (up to 110 gals/pounds) of leaves, brush or lawn clippings shall be determined as diminimus amounts and shall not be charged for disposal.\nLoading Charges for Mulch/Compost shall be as follows:\n• Mulch $ 5 per Cubic Yard\n• Mulch Colorized $20 per Cubic Yard\n• Compost $ 5 per Cubic Yard\n• Compost Screened $20 per Cubic Yard\nAppointment for loading advised for large quantities.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.solarcycleafrica.com/trimming-scuppernongs", "date": "2023-12-02T12:55:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100399.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202105028-20231202135028-00304.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9528293013572693, "token_count": 434, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__183290443", "lang": "en", "text": "Scuppernong is arguably the most well-known assortment of muscadine grape (Vitis rotundifolia) climbed through U. S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 6 through 9. This fast-growing, hardy native American grape is a great selection for home gardeners who need lots of big grapes for making juice, jelly or wine. Even though they require less maintenance than bunching grapes, muscadines have to be pruned aggressively to keep them in perfect shape — also much old timber is detrimental to fruit production.\nPrune a newly planted muscadine grape to a major stem with no more than two or three buds emerging from it. Allow the plant to climb to the very top of its support the first year, removing all but the strongest length of vine once it goes dormant in the late fall or early winter. Remove any portion of the major vine that reaches over a few inches past the cover of the wire at dormancy, to induce the formation of unwanted shoots.\nAllow new buds to develop on surface of your vine at a 90-degree angle from the main back during the next season. Select the best two to four buds, depending upon your trellis style, and get rid of the remainder as soon as they are approximately 2 inches long. Remove any buds that develop below the top of your grape trellis or so are clustered close to other buds. Allow both to four sections you kept to develop along the surface of the trellis in various directions to their entire length during the next season.\nThin the buds that form along the lateral parts of the vine in the preceding year to no longer than approximately six, spaced evenly along the length of every section, early in the spring of the next season. At the close of the season, remove these six sections of vine to support fruiting the following year — muscadines fruit only on new wood, so these old fruiting canes are a naturally drag on the plant’s sources. Continue removing fruiting canes at the end of each growing season for the life of the muscadine vine.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://winyl.co.uk/products/funkstille-riesling", "date": "2024-03-01T23:51:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475711.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301225031-20240302015031-00898.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9132202863693237, "token_count": 150, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__122394840", "lang": "en", "text": "Abundant white peach, apricot compôte and white floral notes leap from the glass, with juicy ripe fruit on the palate and beautifully clean, precise acidity through to the finish. A versatile and immensely appealing Riesling, which pairs well with pasta, roast chicken, seabass or fresh asparagus.\nSustainably certified by agroVet, the wineyard also produce their own fertiliser. They produce their own seeds to sew cover crops in the vineyards and use straw from the fields in the young vineyards to protect the vines from dry stress. The winery is energy neutral, producing energy from their Biogas plant and a Photovoltaic system which produces more energy than is required.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.countryflowerfarms.com/", "date": "2014-03-11T08:20:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-10/segments/1394011159105/warc/CC-MAIN-20140305091919-00024-ip-10-183-142-35.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9377454519271851, "token_count": 181, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-10__0__206998304", "lang": "en", "text": "At Country Flower Farms, you can find everything you need to turn your dream garden into a reality! We are a proudly family owned and operated Garden Center dedicated to quality, selection and service. Come browse our huge selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, seasonal plants, and more at our greenhouse! We carry the best plants around, and our friendly knowledgeable staff are always here to help answer any questions you may have. Also, be sure to take a look at our blog for great plant care tips and gardening articles that will inform and inspire!\nWe are open March 15th thru December 24th 7 days a week, 9 a.m. – 6 pm. We also provide gardening and plant information online 24 hours a day at www.countryflowerfarms.com, or you may feel free to contact us via phone or email. Happy gardening from all of us at Country Flower Farms!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mobileinthedevelopingworld.wordpress.com/2013/04/23/the-mobile-phone-and-its-impact-on-agriculture/", "date": "2018-06-22T10:57:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267864391.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20180622104200-20180622124200-00378.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9509616494178772, "token_count": 323, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__27799611", "lang": "en", "text": "The mobile phone is in many ways more valuable in Africa than it is in developed countries, simply because of its power in transforming peoples’ everyday lives. Development in Africa has traditionally been hampered by a lack of infrastructure (basic roads, transport links etc), and ineffective communications. The humble mobile phone is a way of circumventing these barriers. It is proving hugely effective as a means of a mass-communication tool, and in no area is this more prevalent than in agriculture, traditionally one of the most important areas in African life.\nMobile phones are giving farmers access to vital information about the quality and availability of crops before they travel long distances to buy them, saving people time and money. Mobile SMS alerts can also warn farmers of outbreaks of animal diseases, floods and other natural disasters – allowing farmers extra time to prepare for the event. M-Farm is another SMS based system service that gives farmers access to market prices.\nKenya’s iCow has had a huge uptake, and allows farmers to register livestock through their mobile phone and receive information on livestock gestation periods and health advice.\nAgriculture is vital to the continent’s future, but when you consider that 80% of arable land is not being used, there is clearly a long way to go. Mobile phones are a way in which farmers can improve their productivity, and protect their land and livestock. In addition, technology contributes around 7% to the continent’s GDP, which is above the Global Index, so there are plenty of opportunities for the Technology and Agricultural industries to work together in improving farmers’ lives.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.hobsons-brewery.com/about-hobsons-brewery/our-ingredients/", "date": "2020-09-20T20:15:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400198652.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20200920192131-20200920222131-00654.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9556368589401245, "token_count": 380, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__275961759", "lang": "en", "text": "We are fortunate to have hops yards just seven miles down the road from the brewery.\nLiving so close to our primary ingredients has helped us form strong relationships with the growers to source the finest hops varieties to brew our award winning beers for you to enjoy.\nOver 80% of the hops used are grown in the nearby Teme Valley. Geoff Thompson of Little Lambswick Farm, Eardiston, some seven miles from the brewery, delivers requirements direct from his kiln to ensure that the required bitterness and keeping quality of each brew is covered. Today, The Little Lambswick Partnership accounts for about a tenth of the production from the Tenbury Wells area. Traditionally in excess of 800 hectares were grown in this important hop producing area. Now however, what with more efficient hop use in the brewing process, better growing techniques all be it with the challenges of disease pressures, only around 120 hectares are grown in the Teme Valley and no more than 1000 hectares nationally. Most of the current hopyards are of high wire-work type while some recent plantings use the dwarf system. All in all a 85% area reduction over the past seventy years or so means a niche cropping enterprise. At Hobsons we use the British varieties of Challenger, Progress, Fuggles and Goldings.\nHobsons has signed up to an initiatives called Hopshires which is championing the regions hops, its growers and beers. Hopshires was set up by the counties hop growers and brewers to promote the region's hop-growing prowess and the vital role it plays in the future of British brewing has received backing to continue for a second year. The 'Hopshires' project is a collaboration between the hop growers and brewers of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire to celebrate our hops and the beers made with them. Visit the website for more information.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ncsod.org/consumer-info/choosing-a-grass", "date": "2019-09-15T08:16:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514570830.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20190915072355-20190915094355-00162.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9241270422935486, "token_count": 1536, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__185267959", "lang": "en", "text": "The transitional climate of North Carolina is best suited to grow: tall fescue, Bentgrass, kentucky bluegrass, zoysiagrass, bermudagrass, centipedegrass, and St. Augustinegrass sods. The information provided below is intended to help understand the agronomic choices available and how best to select the right choice for your lawn's needs.\nWhether you're interested in learning how to reduce irrigation, when and how to properly fertilize, or even what height to mow your lawn, it all starts with what type of grass you have. That's why the NCSU Turf CENTERE has created the online program TurfSelect to help homeowners do just that-find the right turfgrass for their needs. The key to selecting the right grass type for your needs begins with a few simple questions.\nWhat are the intended uses?\n- Is this a utility (road side/erosion control, etc.) - or\n- Is this grass a high or low profile home lawn - or\n- a high or low profile athletic field -or\n- is this a golf course?\nAnswers to these questions will help define the types of grass suitable to your application.\nProviding information regarding shade level (shady or not shady), and your geographic location will trim the list of grass types down further. After these three easy questions, you will have a list of grasses left for your consideration. From this list, your decision can be based on your aesthetic, economic, or management preferences. See how easy TurfSelect can make answering these questions and explaining your grass choices can be: www.turffiles.ncsu.edu/turfselect/. TurfSelect also offers a year-round calendar look at grasses. This helpful feature allows users a visual guide to what your grass selection will look like throughout the year.\nOnce you have decided upon a grass type, there is then the selection of cultivated varieties (or cultivars) to consider. Cultivars are cultivated plant varieties that are purposefully propagated for commercial plant production. Both asexual (cuttings or vegetative propagation) and sexual (seeded) reproductive propagation methods are cultivar propagation practices.\nPlant type cultivar names are regulated under the guidance of the International Code of Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants or (ICNCP). In essence, a cultivar (or cultivated variety) is in fact a trade designation or legal name created primarily for commercial purposes. The cultivar name is a legal designation and serves in part to protect the plant breeders rights-and ultimately the buyers expectations of performance and plant characteristics. Cultivar selection allow growers to rely on years of research and classification of growing expectations as is found in studies such as the NTEP (National Turfgrass Evaluation Program) study program.\nNOTE: The term \"Varieties\" comes from the botanical naming convention you may have learned in 10th grade biology class (Family -> Genus -> Species -> Variety). A \"Cultivar\" is a cultivated variety specifically grown for purposes such as commercial sale.\nIf you buy a bag of seed, or a roll of sod it is likely going to contain a specific grass type (say Tall Fescue), and contain a cultivar (or blend of cultivars) specifically selected by the grower (or manufacturer). This grower will have selected the cultivar for reasons or plant characteristics such as, color, resilience, commercial popularity, reputation, cost, texture, leaf shape or size....and the list goes on. Examples of just a few Tall Fescue Cultivars include: \"Rebel IV\", \"Silverstar\", \"Firebird\", and \"WolfPack\". Notice the clever names? This legal naming convention doubles as a marketing tool.\nThe North Carolina State University Turfgrass Program works in partnership with the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP) to conduct unbiased reviews of North Carolina's regional turfgrass cultivars. This arduous process consists of multi-year studies reviewing cultivar performance under the same maintenance regime AND while in the same location. Located side by side, cultivar plots are mowed at the same height, watered at the same depth, and fertilized at the same rates and times. Often, not released on the market yet, these research turf cultivars are given numbers at this stage of development in expectation of a commercial release. The number system allows researchers a tracking mechanism specific to that plant cultivar, but the trade-mark naming process often is saved for PROVEN performers. Researchers record growth performance characteristics and rate these 12' by 12' cultivar plots to better define variety performance expectations. These results are assembled and recommended cultivars are published annually: http://www.turffiles.ncsu.edu/NTEP/Default.aspx#AR000904\nOnce the average lawn enthusiast begins their quest for a healthy happy lawn it becomes quickly apparent that there is a lot of information, products, and services out there to choose from. Where you find the grass you've selected is often the FIRST critical step. The average North Carolina home owner spent over $838 for all lawn and landscape services in 2005*. In this economy, it is important for homeowners to know where to turn to help find the best information, reputable growers, and turf care professionals-and of course-where to find the grass type they are looking for!\nAs part of North Carolina's $8 Billion dollar GREEN industry, turfgrass plays an important role to its over 150,000 employees and the local economy. Spray painted logos of the NC SPA (North Carolina Sod Producers) , TCNC (the Turfgrass Council of North Carolina), and of course NC State University's Block S, line the hillside located on the Northern slope of the State Fairground's Exposition building. This symbolic display of togetherness does in fact have its \"roots\" in reality. These organizations work together and individually to help promote North Carolina turfgrass education and outreach. They are a primary resource for turfgrass professionals and serve as an excellent starting point for homeowners looking to find information regarding grass sales, installation, certified lawn care professionals, sod, and more. The types of questions you have will help determine which organization you contact for more information.\nIt is important to the Certified Turfgrass Professionals to maintain North Carolina's beauty and serve as stewards of the land. That is why they are required to maintain applicator's licensing and pass certification requirements above and beyond NC State laws. With a curriculum established and taught by North Carolina State University's Turfgrass Program professors and staff, short course attendees prepare for the Turfgrass Certification Exam. It is an extensive test administered by the Turfgrass Council of NC and just one of the requirements to become a certified turfgrass professional. When your lawn care professional offers you a quote, you SHOULD consider asking them, are they a NC Certified Turfgrass Professional? Do they have a pesticide applicators license? Do they belong to a professional organization?\nWorking together with professional turfgrass organizations like the TCNC, NCSPA, NCSTMA, NCCIA, and NC extension services, you can maximize your available resources and achieve a beautiful, environmentally friendly lawn.\n*North Carolina's Green Industry 2005 Total Economic Impact Survey can be found: http://ncgreenindustrycouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/green-industry-cover-2006-lowres.pdf", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.luxcode.com/fall-care-for-your-yard/", "date": "2018-01-20T19:17:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084889681.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20180120182041-20180120202041-00401.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.953804075717926, "token_count": 550, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__190094957", "lang": "en", "text": "Fall is that time of the year when you must take good care of your lawn, to prepare it for long and cold dormant winter months. Fall is a great time for gardening owing to the cool and pleasant weather at the time. The pleasant weather, the piling leaves and the approaching winter months should be enough reason for you to get started with caring for your yard right now. Here are a few tips that you must remember when caring for your yard in autumn.\nWatering on schedule\nSummer or fall, your lawn needs to be watered on time and watered properly. Make sure your sprinklers are set to water the yard at regular intervals every day. Early morning and evening are good times to soak your yard with adequate water, especially during dry spells in the fall. Also, early morning is when the soil absorbs most of the water, as the air is cooler and the water does not evaporate.\nMow your lawn\nIf you have a lawn, make sure you mow it regularly, or you will end up with overgrown grass that looks really messy. Fall is when you should water the lawn and also mow the overgrown grass regularly. Through the season, follow this practice and towards the end of the season, drop the blade of your mower a little so that the last cuttings are its lowest. This way, the soil and the crown of the grass will get adequate sunlight and only a small portion of the leaf will turn brown.\nYou don’t need expert advice to know that the leaves in the yard need to be raked. Leaves, if left on the ground, will get accumulated and become wet due to moisture, thereby forming a sticky layer that can suffocate the grass. Don’t wait for days before you rake the leaves. Get the yard clean every day and remove all fallen leaves on the same day or the next day. This will keep your lawn clean and your grass healthy.\nAerate the soil\nFall is also the time when you aerate the soil so that enough oxygen, water and fertilizer reach the roots of the grass. This is important if there is a lot of foot traffic on your lawn, as that can make the clay soils compact and prevent water and fertilizers from penetrating in.\nPatch up the bald spots\nUse a lawn-repair mixture to fill in the bald spots in fall. The mixture, which contains, grass seeds, fertilizer and organic mulch will make the grass grow faster. Apply a thick patch of this mixture on the bald spots, compact it and then water the area. Ensure that you continue to water the regions where the mixture is spread on a regular basis. Your lawn’s bald spots will soon be gone.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://idmii.com/index.php?threads/yellow-perennial-flowers-bring-sunshine-to-your-yard.20/#post-20", "date": "2024-02-25T12:57:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474595.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225103506-20240225133506-00584.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9172991514205933, "token_count": 2417, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__752705", "lang": "en", "text": "Living in Zone 5a impacts a gardener’s desire to extend the season. From the sprouting of the first bulbs in spring to the battle against the first frost in fall (with a yard full of quilts and sheets protecting annual flowers), keeping the floral show live as long as possible is the goal.\nIn my flower garden, yellow perennial flowers form the backdrop for season long color. Their ability to complement bold colors like purple, or bring out the heat in oranges and reds, gives them a leading role.\nAs a gardener with a large vegetable garden to tend, I like to keep my perennial gardens simple and low maintenance, and also bursting with color and texture.\nOver the years, I’ve purchased and planted a plethora of different perennials. Many of them were too high maintenance or didn’t survive the conditions in my garden.\nIn this article, I’m sharing my favorite yellow perennial flowers to add an extra pop of sunshine to your flower beds in spring, summer and fall.\nYellow Perennial Flowers for Long-Lasting Color\nThe weight of winter’s impact on our cold, green deprived hearts can be measured in the excitement for spring bulbs.\nWhen you’re planning for a season full of color, don’t forget to add plenty of spring bulbs to your list. Brent and Becky’s Bulbs, a family owned company in Virginia, has a spectacular selection of bulbs. I’ve placed many orders through their website for fall planting over the years.\n(I don’t know them and they’re not sponsoring this post, I just think they’re a great company.)\nPlant spring bulbs in full sun to encourage plentiful blooms and strong plants. Here are some of my favorites:\nA crocus flower would easily be hidden in a garden full of bushy and lanky perennials, but by being one of the first on the scene, crocuses scream “Look at me!”.\nI have a patch of crocuses growing right next to my front door. The early spring sun reflects off the house foundation and jump starts their sprouting and flowering, giving me my first warm spring flower vibes of the year.\nCrocus flowers come in the white, yellow and purple. I usually buy a variety pack that features all three colors because I love how they complement each other when planted together.\nSpring Crocus Species Mixture\nThe crocus gets the show started early in the season and the daffodil picks up right when the crocus exits the stage. I love the look of mangy spring lawns with daffodils sprouting in the lawn. They create a meadow effect with the daffodil foliage blending in with the tall grass.\nThere are hundreds of daffodil varieties out in the world for your planting pleasure. The most important thing to know if that there are early, mid and late season blooming types. I always buy several of each to extend the bloom time.\nBrent and Becky’s Daffodil Favorites\nWhat would spring be without the tulip? Think of the countless tulip festivals around the world and the incredible displays that this flower accomplishes.\nPlanting tulip bulbs can have a paint by numbers feel when they are planted in the fall. Seeing what happens the following spring can confirm your planting prowess or your need to order more bulbs. You can never have too many.\nOne of the things I love about Brent and Becky’s Bulbs is that they have more unique varieties than my local nurseries and big box stores.\nBanja Luka has been a favorite yellow tulip with red striping.\nTulipa tarda is a delicate, unique tulip\nIris, technically a rhizome, brings color and texture to perennial late spring garden beds. The long bladed leaves provide great contrast to bushy foliage and the frilly flowers have a delicate beauty that is unique.\nWhen the yellow iris are blooming in my garden, they often time their blooms to accompany the purple allium, which makes for a dramatic punch.\nIris can grow anywhere in height from 8-38” inches tall. I prefer taller varieties that fill areas quickly in spring, but can be cut back in summer to make room for later bloomers.\nFeaturing yellow perennial bulbs like tulips, crocus, daffodils, and iris brings the grey-green winter landscape back to life in spring.\nRead more about colorful and unusual bulbs to plant in autumn. And how I add spring color to my vegetable garden with bulbs.\nSpring Perennial Flowers\nPerennial gardens take a little time to get up to speed. The early spring foliage is compact and tidy, giving the early garden a managed and organized look.\nEventually, as spring turns to summer, chaos occurs. Having a plant that fills a space is wonderful, but having a plant that takes over a space can become a battle. This is a fine line to walk in the perennial garden.\nThis list of yellow perennial flowers all do best in full sun gardens.\nMoonshine yellow yarrow, Achillea x ‘Moonshine’, is an excellent spring perennial that can fill an area with visually interesting silver foliage and produces umbral flowers that bees and insects love.\nI have planted Moonshine yarrow next to May Night Salvia, Salvia sylvestris, and appreciated the contrasting foliage and complementary purple color.\nMoonshine Yarrow tends to stay in a tidy clump form and doesn’t spread aggressively by seed or root.\nPhoto courtesy of White Oak Gardens\nYellow Wild Indigo\nYellow Wild Indigo, Baptisia tinctoria, is another clumping shaped yellow perennial flower that can fill a space with both attractive foliage and flowers. A native plant to the midwest, it prefers well drained soil and space to grow.\nWhen given a chance to establish it will grow more bush-like with deep prairie roots. Plan ahead when placing this plant, it does not transplant well and can outgrow a smaller space given time.\nWhen the perennial garden is starting to gain momentum in early summer, the vegetable garden is still far from its glory in late August.\nHaving striking yellow foliage in the flower beds can contrast well with the annual vegetables. Perennial flowers draw scores of beneficial insects and pollinators into the front yard, which benefits the vegetable garden.\nMoonbeam coreopsis, Coreopsis verticillata, is a compact yellow flower with lacy foliage that helps the plant perform double duty, providing both color and texture, in your garden. It’s low in stature, so planting it near the front edge of your beds will keep it from getting buried by taller, bushier plants.\nMy perennial flower bed near the road is often buried in the winter with snowbanks. The slow thawing snow bank proved to be too wet and heavy for this plant. It prefers the well-drained, drier soils in the beds near the house.\nI’ve tried many annual and perennial rudbeckias throughout the years because they’re one of my favorite flowers. Many of them don’t come back for a second year, even if they’re labeled as perennial, and a few of them are bullies and take over.\nLittle Henry, Rudbeckia subtomentosa, is neither of those things! It’s well behaved and cheerily blooms for many weeks, delighting me every time I pass them by.\nPhoto courtesy of American Meadows\nStella D’Oro Daylily, Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’, is one of those plants that wins the solid performer award. It’s more refined than the ditch lilies seen alongside rural roads, more gold and less orange, with long bloom times and compact shape that is about 2’ height and 2’ width.\nSimilar to the previous plants on the list, Stella D’ Oro has ornamental foliage that keeps a compact form and really shines when planted in a large clump or group.\nPhoto courtesy of Prairie Nursery\nPurple Coneflower can be found everywhere in the prairies and home gardens of the Midwest, including mine. For a different take on this popular flower, try planting Yellow Coneflower, Ratibida Pinnata. It’s a native perennial also found in the open prairies and oak savannas of the Midwest.\nPollinators are attracted to the frilly flower heads and the green seed heads mature to brown and provide late season food to songbirds.\nA tall slender plant, yellow coneflower fits perfectly in less formal prairie-like gardens. Its randomly popping flower heads stand out amongst layers of foliage and flowers.\nRead more about my other favorite summer blooming perennials.\nRudbeckia Brown Eyed Susan, Rudbeckia triloba, is a biennial prairie plant that fills the late summer and fall garden with vibrant yellow flowers capped with beautifully contrasting black seed heads.\nBrown Eyed Susan came with my house when we purchased it in 2014. It would randomly self seed around the yard and next to the garage. After noting year after year how the blooms on this plant seemed to last for almost a month, I decided to transplant some first year plants into my perennial flower bed.\nThe unassuming foliage will be lost amongst its neighbors in the late summer garden, but the purplish flower stems and contrasting yellow flowers and black seed head make this a beauty in an informal garden setting.\nFireworks Goldenrod, Solidago rugosa, is a late summer, early fall flower that is aptly named. The flowers cascade from the plant like trails of sparks from a fourth of July pyrotechnic display.\nThe foliage emerges in spring with a dark green color and the plant’s form is a tight clump that will eventually spread to about 3’ to 4’.\nStout stems keep this plant upright and help prevent it from flopping over if grown without adjacent plant support in the form of cages, or similar tall prairie plants.\nThis foliage can get a little aggressive if allowed to grow into adjacent plants. The rhizomes of fireworks wrapped their way into the iris that I had growing next to it, so keeping this plant in place can require thinning.\nIt’s difficult to imagine a garden without yellow perennial flowers. Yellow is a symbol of sunshine, energy, joy and happiness, which are also words I would use to describe the act of gardening. This season, embrace the color yellow by sprinkling it throughout your garden in spring, summer and fall to energize and enliven your home landscape.\nAdditional Resources for How to Design a Flower Garden\nIf you’re like me you might always have a big pile of gardening books next to your favorite reading chair. There are so many good ones out there that sometimes it’s difficult to choose.\nThe titles below are my four favorite flower garden design books.\nClick on the cover for more information.\nCheck out my other recommended garden tools, books, seeds, supplies and more in my Amazon storefront.\nMore flower garden articles:\n- Perennial Flower Garden Design – The #1 Mistake\n- Fabulous Flowers For Raised Beds\n- Two Quick No-Dig Ways to Make a Flower Bed\n- 5 Stunning Vegetable and Flower Garden Ideas\nThe post Yellow Perennial Flowers: Bring Sunshine to Your Yard appeared first on Creative Vegetable Gardener.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.brahmanhills.co.za/gardens", "date": "2024-04-18T03:26:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817187.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418030928-20240418060928-00660.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9466030597686768, "token_count": 353, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__115975764", "lang": "en", "text": "Our labour of love over lockdown has born fruit…and some veg, and herbs and loads of fragrant blossoms. That’s right! It is our pleasure to present the Brahman Hills’ pleasure gardens to you. We are hoping you find them as beautiful and utterly rewarding as we do.\nWe are proud to announce that our gardens have officially earned recognition as a Royal Horticultural Society Partner Garden. Additionally, we are honored to hold the title of Overseas Regional Winner in the 2023 RHS Partner Garden of the Year competition.\nWe are one of only two partner gardens in South Africa!\nThe garden is a sensory delight: the lush green foliage offsets the bursts of blue, purple and delicate pinks. With the gentle splash of water and the peaceful setting, it's an idyllic spot to be. The landscaping is given dimension and interest thanks to the tiered terraces and multi-level flower beds. These levels also provide unique outlooks for those taking in the sights or, from the other perspective, enchanting backdrops for photoshoots.\nNot only is the garden a pleasure to amble around, but it also serves an essential function. Aside from the ornamental planting scheme, the design also includes an extensive kitchen garden which is used to supplement the Brahman Hills kitchen. This is so important for various reasons. Firstly, we can reduce our carbon footprint; secondly, we can provide the freshest seasonal produce as it's grown basically right outside the kitchen door and lastly, we can be 100% sure of the quality and ethical sourcing of our products because we grow, harvest and prepare them ourselves.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.davestractorworldllc.com/daves-corner/myths-about-lawn-care-debunked-part-ii", "date": "2017-10-24T11:05:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187828411.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20171024105736-20171024125736-00259.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9219940304756165, "token_count": 376, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__100524420", "lang": "en", "text": "Myth No. 4: Focus on the green.\nTruth: While grass is what we see and tend to, the soil is the most essential component for a healthy growth year-round. Soil supplies the roots with necessary nutrients, which in turn yield a beautiful lawn. Consider taking a soil sample to your local university extension program or landscape supplier for soil analysis. This will help determine the best type of fertilizer to use throughout the year.\nMyth No. 5: Keep a consistent mowing pattern.\nTruth: It’s easy to fall into a mowing routine, but frequently cutting grass in the same direction can mat down the turf and inhibit growth. By varying the mowing pattern, you will reduce strain on the turf and encourage a healthier, more beautiful lawn.\nMyth No. 6: You’re off duty in the winter.\nTruth: Many people think grass “dies” off in the winter so you can take a break from lawn care; however, this is the best time to care for your equipment. Complete mower maintenance such as adding fuel stabilizer, blade sharpening and replacing missing or damaged parts and your mower will be prepped and ready come springtime.\nAside from practicing the proper mowing techniques, having the right equipment is one of the most important factors in maintaining a green and vibrant lawn. The proper type and size for your lawn and lifestyle will help you mow more efficiently so you can spend more time enjoying and less time maintaining your lawn. (From johndeere.com via Ariens/Gravely)\nPlease see us at any of our Dave's Tractor World locations for information about the right kind of lawn care equipment for you. Also, visit us at www.DavesTractorWorldLLC.com to get your unit in the queue for repair!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.m14forum.com/threads/planting-trees.227897/", "date": "2023-03-27T04:59:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296946637.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20230327025922-20230327055922-00011.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9759549498558044, "token_count": 283, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__137881634", "lang": "en", "text": "Many, many years ago my Scout Troop would go out to a farm owned by one of the kids in the troop's Father.\nFarm was out around Columbus, Texas, which is one of the prime pecan trees areas in Texas.\nWe helped lay out a new pecan tree grove on the property.\nPlanted sixteen trees, in four rows, with 80 feet between trunks.\nDug a 4 inch hole next to each tree, at 3 ft out and 4 ft deep and inserted a 3 inch schedule 40 perforated pipe vertically and filled with gravel for a drip irritation system.\nRan plastic tubing to each pipe with a drip valve.\nWatering system to the trees was gravity fed.\nThere was a large water tank about 12 feet across an 10 feet high that had a cone shaped roof that was upside down and looked like a big funnel to catch rain water.\nTank opening was covered by hardware cloth and window screen to catch the big stuff and keep the tank from becoming a mosquito hatchery.\nWater tank could be filled three different ways, by rain fall, float system connected to a well pump, or a gas powered pump that pulled water from the creek.\nI'd plant a pecan grove and watch the money grow on the trees.\nDeclare it a tree farm and take the tax credits (I think it is still possible).", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cannonhale.com/home/", "date": "2024-02-20T21:50:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473347.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20240220211055-20240221001055-00491.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9182146787643433, "token_count": 199, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__134031144", "lang": "en", "text": "CannonHale is a vertically-integrated producer of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products with a focus on delivering social, economic, and environmental impact through seed-to-scale agricultural production.\nWe built CannonHale to provide a safe, scalable, sustainable supply of premium hemp-derived CBD. Compliance, safety and quality have been the bedrock of our company since the outset.\nPremium Hemp-Derived CBD\nThe number one brand in CBD, is CBD – and GenCanna produces the best CBD in the world. Our genetics, farming, science, and compliance are the foundation to build your brand and business upon. We offer a variety of products and custom formulations to meet your business needs, including bulk isolate and oils, and turnkey Private Label and Quick Start programs.\nWe are steadfast in our commitment to building a sustainable industry by putting farmers first. This drives our mission: help farmers farm, create real jobs, and make an economic impact in rural agricultural communities.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://momsneedtoknow.com/grow-herb-container-garden/", "date": "2023-12-10T00:39:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100989.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209233632-20231210023632-00708.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.946478009223938, "token_count": 645, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__222987026", "lang": "en", "text": "Herb container gardens are one of my favorite ways to bring herbs easily into the kitchen when cooking. Whether you grow an herb garden on the patio or a couple pots on the windowsill, growing herbs is one of those essentials that every home cook should have. Containers can come in all shapes and sizes and are made from different materials like terra cotta, coconut husks, or even heavy duty plastic containers that come cool colors. You can grow most herbs in a container, as long as the container is the correct size and has drainage holes.\nHaving the right size pots for your herb container garden is key. If an herb plant has only a small pot to grow into, then it will not grow very large on top. The more room the roots have to grow, the more edible leaves and flowers the herb plant can produce. So for herb gardening, bigger is certainly better. If you want 3-4 herb plants in one container garden, start out with a pot that it is at least 12” wide and 4-6” in depth. If you want each plant to grow in its own pot then you can group the pots together to give the allusion of a larger garden. Putting pots up on stands and organizing them either by style of container or type of plant is a great way to group your herb garden together.\nDrainage holes are essential to a good herb container garden and if the pot does not have any pre-drilled holes, you will need to drill at least 3 ¼” holes in the bottom. Layer an inch of pebbles in the bottom of the container and then fill ¾ full with potting soil that has bone meal and blood meal already mixed in. Bone meal is an organic fertilizer that helps the roots grow and develop a healthy root system and blood meal is a nutrient for the leaves and flowers of the herb plant. A key thing to remember about using organic fertilizers is that the plant will only uptake the nutrients it needs and you can’t burn the plant with too much fertilizer as you can when using synthetic fertilizers.\nThe most popular herbs to grow in a container herb garden are basil, thyme, oregano, marjoram, cilantro, parsley, rosemary, and lavender. When growing multiple plants in one container, put the tallest plant like basil or cilantro in the center and have the plants that like to vine out like thyme and rosemary on the outside edges of the pot.\nOnce the plants have been transplanted into the container and new potting soil is gently put around the roots, water the herbs in deeply until the water runs out the bottom drainage holes. Water the container garden daily the first week and if the temperature is above 90 degrees, water twice a day.\nOnce the soil settles down into the pot, add more of the mixed potting soil with the organic fertilizers to it – usually every 2 weeks.\nOnce the plants are 6” tall, snip off a few leaves to go in your recipe.\nHaving an herb container garden makes many cooks happy campers.\nYou might want to also try these gardening tips:", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.rodneysmithmedia.com/?cat=9", "date": "2013-06-20T02:08:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368710006682/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516131326-00043-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9381333589553833, "token_count": 660, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__25246535", "lang": "en", "text": "Florida’s waterways are in peril. Increasing death rates of bottle-nose dolphins and diminishing populations of marine life are observable evidence that we are polluting our waters. If we don’t take action, the waters will “die” and become algae soups, producing no marine animals and exuding toxic fumes, such as Red Tide, harmful to people. This already has happened in some of our lakes and streams and Tampa Bay came close.\nA major source of this pollution is the nutrients found in fertilizer- phosphorus and nitrogen. We Floridians are known to over fertilize and use too much of these nutrients. The excess runs off and ends up in our surface waters. Both phosphorus and nitrogen produce algae, one pound of fertilizer can produce 500 pounds of the stuff. The algae cloud the water and restrict sunlight from reaching the sea grasses. Sea grass is the foundation of most marine life, the nursery and habitat for nearly every living creature. As the sea grass dies off from lack of sunlight, the wild life follows. Algae also consume dissolved oxygen, robbing the marine animals of this essential element. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) found, in 2008, that 1000 miles of rivers, 350,000 acres of lakes and 900 square miles of estuaries are nutrient polluted. Our waters are receiving at least 50% more nutrients than they can safely absorb.\nThe good news is that, by managing our use of fertilizer, we can reduce the nutrient pollution by as much as 30% and have healthier lawns in the bargain. Fact is, most Florida soil is naturally rich in phosphorus and adding more is harmful to lawn health as well as running off to pollute the water. Fertilizer containing water soluble nitrogen tends to run off at the first rainfall or irrigation and is wasted. Slow release nitrogen, however, will feed the grass at a rate that it can absorb while minimizing run off. Fertilize properly using the right fertilizer, zero phosphorus and slow release nitrogen, and doing it at the right time is about all it takes.\nYou might think this no cost measure to help save Florida’s multi-billion dollar marine industry is a no brainer. Think again. The Florida DEP published an ordinance to manage the use of fertilizer state wide. Good idea, but lobbying and pressure from fertilizer interests so weakened the ordinance that it is ineffective in reducing nutrient pollution.\nOver 40 local Florida governments have enacted ordinances that are stronger than the state version. The reported results of these ordinances have been positive in every aspect and the stronger ordinance is being considered by many other locals. But hold on, bills are now working in both the Florida House and Senate to change the state fertilizer laws so that local governments cannot enact tougher fertilizer requirements and will even void some local ordinances already in effect. If passed, to accommodate special interests, these bad bills will allow nutrient pollution to continue to degrade our waters and could result in costs of billions of dollars to clean up our waters in addition to the loss of billions by our marine economy. Tell your state representatives to oppose these bills and tell your local government leaders to enact the stronger fertilizer ordinance. Please do it now.\nDavid Botto, former chairman of Florida’s Marine Resources Council", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://maritimeinfo247.com/2018/08/30/us-ambassador-to-nigeria-admonishes-african-entrepreneurs/", "date": "2020-09-30T09:22:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600402123173.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20200930075754-20200930105754-00686.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9548516273498535, "token_count": 346, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__269648196", "lang": "en", "text": "Stuart Symington, US ambassador to Nigeria, has advised young entrepreneurs in Africa to patronise each other.\nHe made the call in Ibadan, Oyo state capital, on Tuesday, during a programme organised by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA).\nThe youth, from Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire and Congo, graduated from diverse fields of agricultural discipline.\n“You should buy products from each other,” Symington said.\n“You are your own buyers and you should be your own internal buyers. Put together lessons learnt in the process. Each should learn from the mistakes and experiences of the other.”\nSymington recommended the Ghanaian model of micro-finance where a village was transformed after villagers financed one another.\nThe ambassador said entrepreneurs may fail, but they have to pick up themselves.\nHe said: “You should also learn from the Silicon Valley maxim. In Silicon, they have an expression: ‘If you haven’t failed once, you are not in business.’\n“You are like Silicon Valley. You will fall; pick yourselves up. Is there anyone who rides a bicycle for the first time without falling down?”\nHe added that the challenge of food production is important for Africa, saying every nation must encourage its youth to go into agriculture.\nThe EYA group, through Evelyn Ohanwusi, the interim head, had made a presentation to the ambassador on how it operates on a philosophy of “to grow crops, you must grow farmers” and how its goal is to reduce economic marginalisation of African youth through modernised agricultural technology.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://leggingsarepants.org/food/recipes/organic-food-recipes/chef-demo-spring-broccoli-salad-with-a-spicy-vinaigrette/", "date": "2018-02-19T21:58:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891812841.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20180219211247-20180219231247-00606.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9028922319412231, "token_count": 256, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__142329787", "lang": "en", "text": "Chef David Gross of Cook Hall demonstrates Spring Broccoli Salad with a Spicy Vinaigrette at the Peachtree Road Farmers Market. Broccoli. Fairyfire Classic Pepper Jelly, Spring Garlic, Spring onion, Ginger, Olive oil, Rice wine vinegar, and Honey join to make this tasty spring salad.\nFresh market ingredients from: McMullan Family Farm, Fairywood Thicket Farm, Indian Ridge Farm, Country Gardens Farm, Hidden Springs Farm\nThe Peachtree Road Farmers Market is the largest producer-only farmers market in the state. Producer-only means that everything at the Market has been grown, raised, or made by the seller, ensuring fair prices for both the vendors and the consumers.\nThe Peachtree Road Farmers Market takes place on Saturday mornings beginning April 5th, rain or shine, until December 13th.\nPeachtree Road Farmers Market is a Wholesome Wave market and we accept and double SNAP (EBT/food stamp).\nThere are over 35 chef demonstrations scheduled for this season and 50 weekly vendors. Each week brings new produce, vendors, events and fun!\nPeachtree Road Farmers Market is at Cathedral of St. Philip – 2744 Peachtree Road, NW – Atlanta, Georgia 30305", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.hudsonvalleyfresh.com/farmers/domino-farm/", "date": "2017-04-25T06:41:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917120187.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031200-00190-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9582159519195557, "token_count": 566, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__255369645", "lang": "en", "text": "Get fresh by sampling free Hudson Valley Fresh dairy products and taste the difference.\nClick below to see a list of our upcoming tasting eventsFind a Tasting\nACCORD, NEW YORK\nDomino Farm has been a family dairy farm since 1955. Started by Gerald and Eleanor DeWitt with Holsteins, the farm began a slow but dramatic transformation when Eleanor bought a Jersey calf for their daughter Margaret as a 4-H project, reasoning that a small Jersey calf would be easier for a 9-year-old to handle. As is the case with so many 4-H projects, a small idea grew into a large one, and the farm now consists of 100% registered purebred Jerseys, all homebred for more than 30 years.\nMargaret assumed the management of the farm when she graduated from Cornell. Her passion for Jerseys is based on her love of a breed that, as she says, has “personality, protein and productivity.” Domino Farm’s Jerseys are bred for productivity and type. As Margaret says, “Life’s too short to milk ugly cows.” For the past several years, the American Jersey Cattle Association has ranked Domino Farm in the top 10 herds, either of their size or of any size, in the nation for the amount of milk, fat, and protein.\nMargaret’s niece, Katherine, shares her passion for the Jersey breed. Past Ulster County Dairy Princess and Ambassador, Katherine helps out at the farm and is currently a freshman at Cornell University, majoring in Animal Science. Katherine enjoys speaking with the public about agriculture and about the Jersey breed in particular, and has especially loved showing the farm’s Jerseys at fairs, including Ulster and Dutchess County Fairs and New York State Fair. Three of her cows have won National Junior Production Awards from the AJCA. “So many people at fairs ask where they can get our milk,” Katherine says. “It will be so nice now to have a locally available product we can tell people about.”\nIn spring, summer, and fall, cows are out on pasture when they are not being milked, weather permitting. Margaret’s brother, Meade, supplies the forages for the farm’s cows, growing hay and corn for silage on the farm’s 150 acres and nearby rented land. Katherine’s mother, Janet, manages the calves at the farm.\n“Farming is a difficult way of life, ” Margaret says. “But milking cows that are productive and beautiful to look at makes it easier. Being part of a cooperative that makes a great product will also make it easier as well.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://americanrentalltools.com/product/12-sod-cutter/", "date": "2023-09-26T19:02:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510219.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20230926175325-20230926205325-00728.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.850888192653656, "token_count": 186, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__125046021", "lang": "en", "text": "The Turfco KisCutter Sod Cutter makes cutting sod faster and easier than ever. This gas-powered unit with a 5.5 HP Honda GX160 engine is the most maneuverable, easy-to-use sod cutter available. With it’s revolutionary 140-lb. lightweight design, it can cut up to 9000 sq. ft. per hour. That’s as fast and productive as a much heavier 300-lb. unit. The innovative 4-wheel design is ideal for a variety of sod cutting jobs, from sculpting lawns and flower beds, to trimming ball fields.\nWeight/Wet: 12 in Model: 161 lb.\nWidth: 25 in.\nLength: 53 in.\nHeight: 40 in.\nCutting Thickness: Adjustable up to 2.5 in.\nSpeed: Up to 135 ft/min", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.greensmartlinks.com/index.php/ebooks-audiobooks-categories/gardening-ebooks/348-the-vegetable-garden-a-manual-for-the-amateur-vegetable-gardener-by-ida-dandridge-bennett-ebook", "date": "2024-04-17T14:27:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817158.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417142102-20240417172102-00166.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8283264636993408, "token_count": 189, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__180500488", "lang": "en", "text": "This book is a good reference on vegetable gardening. It covers the economic value of a vegetable garden, planning and locating the garden, maintaining soil fertility, hotbeds, garden tools, sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings, growing and storing vegetables, managing garden pests, and fall garden work.\nGenre(s): Non-fiction, Nature, Self-Help\nChoose among free epub books, free kindle books, download them or read them online.\nLibriVox recordings are Public Domain in the USA. If you are not in the USA, please verify the copyright status of these works in your own country before downloading.\n- Play recording online\n- Internet Archive Page\n- Online text\n- M4B format available\nThe content is free of known copyright restrictions under U.S. copyright law.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://thewanderlustwellness.com/index.php/tag/crispy-chips/", "date": "2018-02-20T07:30:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891812913.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20180220070423-20180220090423-00715.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9477502107620239, "token_count": 471, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__86728463", "lang": "en", "text": "Nettle chips are tasty, crispy and best of all.. Almost free! These healthy chips are also really easy to make and you can harvest the whole plant and use for many different purposes if you like, but you need only nettle leaves for the chips. Nettle is rich in Vitamin A, C, D, K, calcium, iron and a protein.\nBest time to harvest nettles is in late spring, before they begin to flower. Be sure to harvest nettles from clean areas only, avoid places near highways, industrial areas and places where people spray weed killers. Weed killers are often used in the streets and parks of many towns and cities, also some people spray it around their yards.\nNettle grows wild almost all over the world and it can be harvested for free. Nettle stings because it has tiny spines that has formic acid and other chemicals mixed with it, which causes the burning and stinging sensation when skin contacts with the plant. The sensation stays for a while so I recommend to use gloves when harvesting nettles, also plastic bag and a pair of scissors will be necessary tools for harvesting nettles. Remember also to protect your legs and arms!\nWhen nettle is dried, cooked or crushed it will lose the stinging and you can eat it without the burning sensation. That’s why we will dry it with dehydrator or in oven, if you don’t own dehydrator.\nAfter you have collected nettles rinse them really well with cold water to remove possible dirt from them and dry them gently with towel or salad spinner.\n- One liter of nettle leaves\n- 2 tbsp olive oil\n- pinch of salt\n- pinch of pepper\n- Mix salt and pepper with olive oil and massage gently to nettles (remember to protect your hands from stinging!).\n- Put the nettles for approximately 8 hours at 42 degrees Celsius into the dehydrator, you can also use your oven to dry your nettle chips.\nI really love to snack nettle chips instead of regular ones, these taste amazing! Also you don’t have to worry about eating these too much, because these chips are so healthy and natural.\nHave you ever tried nettle chips? Have you ever used nettle for cooking?", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://texashispanic.ncat.org/workshops.php", "date": "2018-05-22T21:20:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794864968.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20180522205620-20180522225620-00421.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8718795776367188, "token_count": 453, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__23541938", "lang": "en", "text": "The Hispanic Farmers' Conference develops workshops based on the most influential issues affecting farmers today. In addition, the workshops are conducted by experts in all major agricultural industries.\n|Track||Session 1||Session 2||Session 3||Session 4|\n|Urban Farming||The Million Dollar Question:\nSmall scale agriculture funding programs and options for the direct market producer.\n|Organic Matter. Where to find it!? Resources available to Urban Producers to help build soil health. Tapping into resource recovery options, composting and soil amendment alternatives.||Diversifying Sales Outlets. CSA, Farm to Work, Farmstand. Understanding and identifying market diversification opportunities available; how to enter and succeed in these settings. (Veggie Compass?)||Value Added Opportunities:\nTurning excess product into profit. A discussion of market alternatives and best practices.\n|Ranching||Grass Finished Beef from A to Z:\nAn overview into the grass fed industry including market outlook, operational challenges, grazing decisions and animal selection.\n|Improving Pasture Performance: Grazing management strategies and practices intended to build soil health, improve water holding capacity and increase carrying capacity.||Genetics and Herd Health:\nBuilding your herd. Understanding the importance of sire selection and strategic heifer retention in cow-calf operations. Discussion of common livestock diseases with prevention and treatment applications.\n|Marketing. What the Butcher Looks for:\nUnderstanding and selecting carcass characteristics to improve consistency and quality in finished beef.\n|Farming||Show Me The Money!\nReal world experiences in the Ag funding world along with representatives from SSARE, NRCS and FSA.\n|Minimizing Input Costs. Using Cover Crops to boost soil Health.\nCover crop uses and varieties for hot and humid areas. Discussion of uses, benefits, best practices and available resources.\n|Successful Planning for New Food Safety Laws:\nPreparing for FISMA food safety law implementation. What you need to know and do, for fresh fruit and vegetable producers.\n|Variety Selection and Pest Management:\nCrop variety selection research developments along with a look into Sugar Cane Aphid issues and pest management strategies.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://zemniekusaeima.lv/en/about-us/about-union/", "date": "2019-01-22T00:35:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583822341.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20190121233709-20190122015709-00363.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9601879715919495, "token_count": 157, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__229893449", "lang": "en", "text": "Farmers Parliament is the voice of Latvian farming.\nFarmers Parliament (ZSA) is a member organisation / industry association for farmers in Latvia.\nThe Union was begun by 134 farmers in 1999 to ensure that the comercial farmers of Latvia are represented in communication with the government. The organisation has grown ever since and has become the largest farmers’ organisation in Latvia and one of the most influential unions in the country, reaching nearly 900 members, who together produce more than half of Latvian total agriculture produce. Farmers Parliament negotiates with the government and national organisations and institutions on behalf of Latvian farmers, as well as represents Latvian farmers’ interests at European Union level being a member in European Farmers umbrella organisation COPA/COGECA.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://storiesbytheseashore.blogspot.com/2015/09/on-how-i-became-gardener.html", "date": "2018-12-16T00:48:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376827175.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20181216003916-20181216025916-00377.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9838990569114685, "token_count": 562, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__264292513", "lang": "en", "text": "Destined not to be friends with growing things, I had an answer ready for whoever asked. \"Well, it's because I'm more of a people person,\" I'd say. \"I don't care for plants.\" When we bought our house three years ago, we inherited a dying garden bed of basil and tomato. I considered turning it into a sandbox for my children. Though I ignored it, the basil (that grows quite well in South Texas) continued to thrive. Eventually, my family and I ate of the biannual herbs and enjoyed them.\nWhen the basil came to the end of its cycle, we missed it. It was during this time that my dear friend, Angela (a.k.a. The Master Gardener; read the poem I posted about her) asked if she could use our garden as \"therapy.\" \"Sure,\" I thought, \"why not?\" Gardening was necessary for her. We would chat while she worked on our garden, and I would closely observe her.\nShe cleaned out our garden bed and turned the soil over with her own compost, and proceeded to plant some new basil. She told me to keep an eye on it, and to water it about every other day. I learned how to properly trim it so that it would continue to grow after being harvested.\n|The correct way to trim basil: look for the area where two leaves split, and trim right above it to ensure proper regeneration.|\n|This was our garden in January (you can see basil, chives, lettuce, green beans and tomato).|\nOur garden area looks different during different seasons, as does life (more on gardening, life and spiritual parallels in a future post). Angela recently moved to Florida. My family and I have continued the tradition of making our own compost and planting herbs and vegetables. We planted many of the same items this year, and have added corn. Most recently, I was overjoyed to discover that I was accepted to be a vendor at the Brownsville Farmers' Market! I will be selling some of our basil, chives and oregano, as well as value-added items like basil dressing, pesto and compound butters (keep your eyes peeled for when that will be!).\nI do not know where this journey of growing food will take me, but I am enjoying the ride! I am convinced that people can learn how to do most anything, so long as they have a teacher that believes in them and inspires them. Who knows? Perhaps one day I will be a Master Gardener myself.\n|One of my favorite things about gardening? It's a family affair. This is a picture of my daughter helping in the spring, shortly after she turned one-year old.|", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://q961.com/should-msad-1-keep-the-harvest-break-recess-or-should-they-eliminate-it-altogether-poll/", "date": "2024-04-24T10:10:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819089.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424080812-20240424110812-00819.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9800747632980347, "token_count": 356, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__126449734", "lang": "en", "text": "Should MSAD #1 Keep The Harvest Break Recess Or Should They Eliminate It Altogether? [POLL]\nA workshop is scheduled to be held in Presque Isle and hosted by the SAD #1 School Board. The workshop will entail hearing from the public as to whether or not they should keep the harvest break recess.\nThe County reported that the workshop is to be held on Monday, January 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Conference Room at Presque Isle High School.\nThe format is scheduled to hear from 5 people who are for keeping the traditional harvest recess break and to hear from 5 people who are for doing away with it altogether.\nEach speaker will have 5 minutes to speak to the board.\nHistorically, generations of youngsters in the County found themselves working the potato fields in order to help local farmers bring in the harvest.\nMany local farmers are finding that fewer and fewer youngsters are signing up to help them and on top of that, there aren't as many potato farmers as there were many moons ago.\nSome families take a vacation during the potato harvest, but years ago that was not the case. When it was harvest time; it was harvest time.\nHowever, this is not the first time that County schools have re-evaluated whether or not they should take harvest recess.\nIn 2012, the Greater Houlton and Hodgdon School Districts did away with their harvest recess, but still allow students time off if they make up missed school work.\nWe'd like to know what you think.\nPlease take our quick poll below and let us know if you think SAD #1 should continue to keep the harvest recess, or if you think it's time to eliminate it altogether.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://vancouverplan.ca/food-systems/", "date": "2023-06-06T07:13:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652235.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606045924-20230606075924-00257.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9212318658828735, "token_count": 551, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__216012071", "lang": "en", "text": "11. Food Systems\nOur Vision: Vancouver’s resilient food system supports people, the environment and the economy. Residents have equitable access to food and food-related spaces and infrastructure.\nAccess to food is a basic human right and defining element of day-to-day life. Food systems, which include the infrastructure and processes needed for food production, processing, distribution, sales and waste management, are a key element of city building. Food plays a powerful role in connecting people to each other, their cultures, and the land and water. Food can be leveraged to build resilience, improve equity, support human and economic health outcomes, and reduce environmental impacts.\nDirections and Policies\nDirection 11.1: Equitable and Resilient Food System\nSupport the development of an equitable and resilient food system.\nUtilize a holistic approach to sustain and grow food supply chains and community-based food initiatives in an equitable and resilient way. This involves working with partners, creating spaces to celebrate, grow and share food, increasing access to food and supporting a circular food economy.\n|11.1.1||Improve food access across the city by supporting food-related retail and services (e.g., grocery stores, food banks, farmers markets, restaurants) and by expanding commercial-retail opportunities in more neighbourhoods. Include consideration for culturally appropriate options where possible.|\n|11.1.2||Secure additional space, reduce barriers, and create incentives for food and medicine gardens, urban farms and harvesting to advance Reconciliation, increase opportunities for local food production, and build connection to land and waters.|\n|11.1.3||Support and strengthen Vancouver’s food supply chains (such as food wholesale, retail, and manufacturing uses, food hubs, farmers markets, and urban farms) and address displacement of these critical food assets.|\n|11.1.4||Leverage new development and/or community infrastructure to ensure integration of community food assets such as sites for cultural celebration, neighbourhood food storage, growing, harvesting, programming, and sheltered picnicking facilities.|\n|11.1.5||Address climate change, biodiversity, water systems, and waste management through food system interventions (e.g., allocate corridors to urban farming, to enhance biodiversity).|\nFood assets are places where people can grow, prepare, share, buy, receive or learn about food. There are two broad categories:\n- The food supply chain (e.g., urban farms, food wholesale, retail, and manufacturing infrastructure)\n- Community resources (e.g., urban agriculture and harvesting spaces, community kitchens, and locations for food sharing and celebration)", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://marketingfoodonline.com/blogs/news/the-business-of-selling-fresh-strawberries-a-7-000-summer-venture", "date": "2024-02-21T10:37:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473472.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221102433-20240221132433-00198.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8996049165725708, "token_count": 1326, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__168423356", "lang": "en", "text": "The Business of Selling Fresh Strawberries: A $7,000 Summer Venture\nThe Business of Selling Fresh Strawberries: A $7,000 Summer Venture\nFew things embody the essence of summer like a luscious, sun-ripened strawberry. These vibrant red berries aren't just a seasonal delight; they can also be the heart of a profitable summer venture. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the ins and outs of the fresh strawberry business and how you can turn it into a \\$7,000 summer venture. Get ready to dive into the world of strawberry farming, from strawberry farming income to strawberry sales strategies, as we uncover the secrets to success in this sweet and rewarding industry.\nThe Strawberry Business Model\nStarting a Strawberry Business\nEmbarking on a journey to build a fresh strawberry business begins with the decision to start your own strawberry farm. Selecting the right location, understanding soil conditions, and choosing the most suitable strawberry varieties are all essential steps in setting up your venture.\nStarting small and gradually expanding your operation can be a prudent approach. This allows you to manage your resources efficiently and minimize risks during your initial foray into the world of strawberries.\nProfitable Strawberry Cultivation\nThe heart of any strawberry farming income lies in cultivating the berries. Successful strawberry cultivation demands attention to detail. You'll need to learn the nuances of planting, caring for, and harvesting strawberries.\nConsider both traditional soil-based methods and more contemporary hydroponic or container gardening approaches, depending on your resources and market demand. Each method comes with its own set of advantages and challenges.\nGrowing Fresh Strawberries\nStrawberries require meticulous care, but the rewards are worth the effort. Ensure your strawberry plants receive adequate sunlight, are protected from pests, and receive proper irrigation. Attention to soil pH and nutrient levels is crucial for robust growth and maximum yield.\nRemember that the growing season for strawberries is relatively short, typically spanning from late spring to early summer. Therefore, effective time and resource management are essential to make the most of this seasonal opportunity.\nStrategies for Strawberry Sales\nSeasonal Strawberry Venture\nA seasonal strawberry venture requires you to capitalize on the relatively short strawberry season. Your timing must be impeccable to ensure that your strawberries hit the market when demand is at its peak.\nConsider participating in local farmers' markets and setting up roadside stands to attract customers looking for the freshest strawberries. You can also explore partnerships with local restaurants and grocery stores.\nMaximizing Strawberry Profits\nTo achieve your goal of a \\$7,000 summer venture, you'll need to implement effective strawberry sales strategies. Here are some tips to maximize your strawberry profits:\nQuality Assurance: Deliver strawberries at the peak of ripeness to ensure exceptional flavor and freshness.\nPricing Strategy: Price your strawberries competitively while emphasizing their superior quality.\nCustomer Engagement: Build relationships with your customers. Encourage them to return by offering loyalty rewards or discounts for repeat purchases.\nDiversification: Consider value-added products such as strawberry jams, jellies, or baked goods to increase revenue.\nMarketing: Leverage social media, local advertising, and word-of-mouth marketing to promote your strawberries and attract more customers.\nStrawberry Market Analysis\nBefore diving into the market, conduct a thorough strawberry market analysis. Understand your competition, identify your target audience, and assess market trends. This research will help you tailor your strawberry business to meet consumer demands and preferences.\nThe Financial Benefits of Strawberry Farming\nSustainable Strawberry Business\nA sustainable strawberry business is not only economically viable but also environmentally responsible. Implementing sustainable practices, such as organic farming, can attract eco-conscious consumers willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly produce.\nBy minimizing chemical use, conserving water, and reducing waste, you can not only contribute to a healthier environment but also lower operational costs and boost your bottom line.\nStrawberry Crop Management\nEffective strawberry crop management is vital to achieving consistent yields. This involves tasks such as pruning, weeding, and monitoring for pests and diseases. By staying ahead of potential issues, you can ensure the health and productivity of your strawberry plants.\nCalculating Strawberry Farming ROI\nYour strawberry farming ROI is a crucial metric in determining the financial success of your venture. To calculate ROI, consider both your income and expenses.\nStrawberry Sales: Your primary income source is the direct sale of strawberries to consumers, markets, restaurants, or stores.\nValue-Added Products: Revenue from products like jams or baked goods made from your strawberries can supplement your income.\nU-Pick Operations: Allowing customers to pick their own strawberries can generate additional income.\nPlanting and Maintenance Costs: Include expenses related to acquiring strawberry plants, equipment, and ongoing maintenance.\nLabor: Factor in labor costs, including hiring help for planting, harvesting, and daily farm operations.\nMarketing Expenses: Account for costs associated with promoting your strawberries and business.\nBy tracking your income and expenses diligently, you can determine whether your strawberry venture is not only satisfying your taste buds but also proving profitable.\nMarketing Fresh Strawberries\nTo achieve a $7,000 summer venture, you must excel in marketing fresh strawberries. Consider the following strategies:\nOnline Presence: Create a website or social media profiles to showcase your strawberries and engage with customers online.\nBranding: Develop a memorable brand for your strawberry business. A strong brand can help differentiate your products in the market.\nLocal Partnerships: Collaborate with local restaurants, bakeries, and other businesses to feature your strawberries in their offerings.\nCommunity Engagement: Participate in community events, sponsorships, or educational workshops to build a strong presence and loyal customer base.\nSummer Berry Business Tips\nAs you embark on your strawberry venture, keep these summer berry business tips in mind:\nRecord Keeping: Maintain detailed records of expenses, sales, and crop management activities.\nFlexibility: Be prepared to adapt to changing market conditions and unforeseen challenges.\nContinuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest farming techniques and market trends.\nCustomer Feedback: Listen to customer feedback and use it to improve your products and services.\nEnjoy the Process: Embrace the joy of farming strawberries, as your passion will reflect in your produce.\nWith the right mix of dedication, knowledge, and strategic planning, your fresh strawberry business can flourish, making your $7,000 summer venture a sweet and fruitful reality.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://en.zhengxinjixie.cn/about/2672.html", "date": "2023-12-07T10:50:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100651.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207090036-20231207120036-00454.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9496428966522217, "token_count": 364, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__210560331", "lang": "en", "text": "Jinan Zhengxin Livestock Breeding And Feed Equipment Co., Ltd. is a joint-stock company initiated by experts and scholars engaged in the research and production of animal husbandry feed machinery and equipment for many years. The company is located in Jinan, the capital of animal husbandry and feed in China and the capital city of Shandong Province. The company has strong technical strength, and has established long-term friendly cooperative relations with the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences and Wuhan Academy of Food Science and Technology. The company will become a star of the animal husbandry and feed industry in Shandong Province.\nThe company mainly produces livestock feed equipment and complete sets of engineering design, and undertakes large and medium-sized compound feed mills with a single-shift production of 2,000 tons to 100,000 tons of feed processing plants, premixes and concentrate plants. It also provides equipment support and 24-hour timely maintenance services for livestock, animal husbandry and veterinary factories in large, medium and small feed factories. The company's research and design of small and medium-sized complete feed units with a capacity of 1-10 tons, with short construction period and reasonable design, has strong adaptability to small and medium-sized enterprises, and is well received by enterprises all over Shandong.\nThe company adheres to the enterprise tenet of “seeking for survival and seeking new development”. At the same time, we are always in love with the friends engaged in China's agriculture and animal husbandry, grasp the pulse of the times, and have excellent quality, reasonable price and perfect after-sales service. The way together with the livestock and feed colleagues will work hard for the prosperity of Chinese peasants and the prosperity of the great motherland.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://svdpgeorgia.org/frederics-farm/", "date": "2024-03-01T11:48:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475238.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301093751-20240301123751-00815.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.970615804195404, "token_count": 713, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__96608655", "lang": "en", "text": "Gardening to Give: Frederic’s Farm\nThe St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Ann’s in Marietta recently established a “Frederic’s Farm” garden to supplement their SVdP Food Pantry that has been in operation for over 40 years. The garden is an innovative way to bring conference members together on a purpose to help their clients and help raise awareness to their parish of the good works with their parishioners.\nWe have 4 raised planters containing a total of 27 plants. We are growing squash – zucchini and summer, peppers – jalapeno (many of our families like spicy) and a variety of sweet bell, tomatoes – different varieties of cherry and slicer, and cucumbers – pickling, Japanese and burpless. We will also be adding some pots of herbs this week,” said Karen Miller who is the creator of Frederic’s Farm and who is also in charge of the food pantry.\nThe opening of the garden was a true team effort by Conference members, Betsy Van Etten (Conference President), Kathy Gist, Barbara McLoughlin, and Karen Miller. “Our vision is to have fresh vegetables and herbs year-round to share with the families that visit our Food Pantry. We also plan to add fruit to the garden in a coming season,” Karen said.\nThe Fresh produce at the garden will provide vitamins and minerals that are important for everyone. For families with children, good nutrition is essential and plays an important role in their development and ability to learn. The garden is helping families be able to offer a healthy diet that will impact both their children’s academic achievement and overall life.\nAccess to healthy (especially fresh) food can be a challenge to families with limited resources. Often the lack of good nutrition over time can lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Being able to offer fresh produce will help in the management and prevention of these diseases.” said Karen.\nI have been blessed to serve in our Pantry for a number of years. During this time, I have gotten to know many of the families personally and experienced different health crisis with them. The inspiration for Frederic’s Farm was the hope to offer healthy and fresh choices that could help someone feel better, manage a health condition or provide their children with a healthy start. Our hope is for the garden to be a community effort and to share the joy in feeding families in need.\nHow Can You Help?\nOutreach ministry, Food Well Alliance was able to give the Conference a lot of good advice on starting the garden. Here are some great ways that you can help as well:\nThere are many ways that you can get involved at the garden. The Conference will need people to help with the maintenance of the garden including planting, watering, weeding and of course picking all of the vegetables when they are ready! They are also asking people to send recipes to share with clients and their families, using items that are being grown and staples that they always have at the Pantry.\nAnother way that you can help and also donate is to plant a row or a pot at home to share with the Pantry. The Pantry also has a team of volunteers ready to pick up your vegetables if you are not able to get to the Pantry to drop off.\nGarden Contact Information:\n(770)552-6400 ex. 6105", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://a-small-garden.blogspot.com/2010/09/visit-to-garden-show-and-potting.html", "date": "2018-07-23T15:34:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676596542.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20180723145409-20180723165409-00094.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9633650183677673, "token_count": 218, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__37371350", "lang": "en", "text": "Today I have been potting up some of the seedlings from the seeds sown a month ago (in the green trays). The seedlings all had their first set of 'real' leaves but I wasn't expecting the good root growth they had all made. I keep all my seedlings off the ground because of the slugs.\nThe cutting garden is slowing down. The Larkspur have finished, the Clary are nearly done. I am leaving the Nigella so that I can have seed pods.\n|A dark scabious self-sown in the brick path with Aster frikartti 'Monch' in the background|\nA job for the coming week will be to dig out all the forget-me-not and stipa tenuissima seedlings from the brick path and plant them in the borders. I will also be dividing plants to take to the environmental centre.\nIncidentally, one of the plants I bought at the show is a chocolate mint. It smells like those peppermint creams that are covered in chocolate.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mylittlejungle.com/how-to-propagate-african-violets/", "date": "2024-04-20T17:04:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817670.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20240420153103-20240420183103-00644.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9511310458183289, "token_count": 1652, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__117368183", "lang": "en", "text": "There are so many reasons why one would love African violets. They are easy to care for, produce wonderful blooms, and are so rewarding to propagate. Learn how to propagate African violets and grow your collection or share them with your friends.\nThere are many ways you can go about propagating African violets, we’ll show you step-by-step pictures of our favorite methods along with tips and tricks to make the process smoother. The success rate when it comes to propagating these is really high so you have nothing to fear. You will have your baby plants in no time. And you will have many.\nReady to start propagating? Read on!\nHow to Propagate African Violets\nYou can go about it by a few different ways;\n- leaf propagation (water, soil, sphagnum moss…)\n- crown cutting / plant division\n- growing them from seeds\nDo you need rooting hormone for propagating African violets?\nYou don’t need it, there is no harm in adding it but African violets will make roots just fine without it.\nOnce you have successfully propagated the plant, the care for the baby plant is the same as caring for African violet plants that are mature.\nAfrican Violet Propagation from Leaf\nBy far the easiest method and you won’t really hurt the aesthetics of mother plant.\nThe best leaves for propagation are mature leaves that aren’t too old. However, young and old leaves alike will be propagated just as easily. They might take a little longer to produce roots. So you can purposely choose a leaf for propagation or use any that gets broken off by accident – or, like in our case, gets broken off when the cat walks over the plant like a tank.\nWhen cutting the leaf off, make sure to use sterile scissors or knives to prevent bringing any pathogens to your plant.\nNo matter what medium you choose for propagating your African violet, it is best to cut the petiole at an angle.\nPropagating African Violet in Water\nWhile propagating them in soil omits the need to plant them in soil, later on, propagating African Violets in water is a whole lot more fun as you can closely observe the roots and baby plants grow. It is completely normal to check the plant every 5 minutes to see if the roots have sprouted. That said, it can take a while before the first signs of growth, so don’t despair. As long as the leaf is healthy-looking, you are on the right track, even if you feel the bottom end looks a bit funky (almost like it would be decomposing a little).\nOnce you’ve cut your leaf (with petiole), just pop it in water. The leaf shouldn’t really touch the water, so make sure you pick the right container.\nThe water should be at room temperature. Tap water is OK most of the time, if you feel your tap water is heavy in minerals you can opt for filtered water instead. You won’t really need to change the water frequently unless it becomes murky. Top-up when necessary and change the water in a couple of weeks.\nPlace your cutting in a spot where it will receive lots of indirect light but not too much direct sun.\nNow, wait and observe. After a week or two, depending on the season and the leaf, you should see the first signs of roots growing. But it can absolutely take more time; these can take their time, much like propagating a ZZ plant can take a while. Remember, as long as the leaf is firm and healthy, there is a chance for roots to grow.\nFirst Root after Two Weeks\nOne of our leaves made its first root! The other two didn’t have any signs of roots yet. The second one started showing roots a few days. The third one, however, took over two weeks more (this was an ancient leaf).\nThe roots are progressing nicely on the first two. The photograph isn’t showing this the best, but the third one does look quite brown and mushy, but it will still make roots (soon).\nAfter a while, all 3 made roots, and they are all growing stronger each day! You can notice new growth daily, so this really is a fun process to observe.\n2 Months Later\nAfter roughly two months, the first baby plants started appearing (in what seemed like an overnight thing). The roots are nice and strong, and from this moment on, things will start moving faster.\n3 Weeks More\nAfter roughly 3 more weeks, there are a ton of nicely grown baby plants present. Interestingly the oldest leaf that took the longest time to produce roots produced the most baby plants.\nWhen your water propagated African violets reach this size, you can already pop them in soil, or you can return them into water and wait a little longer.\nSeparate the Baby Plant From Leaf\nGently separate the baby plant (with roots) from the petiole of the old leaf. You should be able to do it with your fingers, but if you are uncomfortable and fear you might damage the new plant, you can also cut away the old leaf. Just be sure to use sterilized tools.\nPlant the baby plant in soil. General potting soil will be OK, but you can also get specialized soil for African violets.\nFill a small pot with soil.\nPoke a hole in the middle (pencils are great for this).\nCarefully place the baby plant in soil and cover the roots that might be poking out with soil. Water a little, don’t soak the soil.\nWhen propagating plants, as the last step, we like to place the baby plants into a ziplock for a while. This will lock in the moisture and also keep any potential pests away. In the first couple of days, your baby plant might look a bit poorly but should bounce back and continue growing soon.\nThis is the plant after a week.\nPropagating African Violet in Soil\nHow to propagate African violets in soil? Same as in water, just with less root observation. Cut the petiole the same way as you would for propagating it in water.\nFill a pot with potting soil and stick the leaf in. I shouldn’t be too deep. But even if you pushed it in too deep you can “correct” this issue later on.\nThe most hassle-free way of propagating African violets in the soil is to pop the pots with your plants into a clear container.\nThis way, you won’t have to worry about the watering routine as the water is locked in. Do open up the container every week or two to let the fresh air get in and to add water if necessary.\nYou can use any container, really, as long as it’s clear. This particular one is from a takeaway salad. Really handy!\nNow all there is to do is wait. The roots will start developing relatively fast. Once the plant is secured with roots, you can remove some of the top layer of soil (really carefully) if you feel you’ve planted your leaf petiole too deep.\nAfter weeks of waiting (months really) you will start seeing baby plants coming out of the soil.\nOnce the baby plants are big enough you can remove the old leaf. Cut it away with clean sharp scissors or knives.\nYou can absolutely try propagating the same leaf again.\nHow to Propagate African Violets by Separation (Crown or Pups)\nIf your African violet has multiple crowns or you see baby plants growing you can separate them from the mother plant (the separated part needs to have it’s own root system) and plant them into a new planter.\nThere! Now you know how to propagate African violets! 🙂", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.cookstour.net/2016/11/quarta-parte-day-in-life.html", "date": "2017-04-30T10:49:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917125074.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031205-00626-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9785211682319641, "token_count": 525, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__313245235", "lang": "en", "text": "As part of every OAT (Overseas Adventure Travel) trip, they include what is known as “A Day in the Life,” where the group experiences everyday life with the locals. On this trip, it was a visit to a dairy farm in the village of Castelluccio. The family that owns the farm has about 100 acres of land, with views of olive trees that stretch for miles. I absolutely fell in love with the countryside of Sicily.\nTheir land is rich with beautiful fruit orchards overflowing with incredibly sweet persimmons and luscious prickly pears. The sun was high and warm as we wandered through the orchards, with the family patriarch plucking pears off the trees and doling out big slices for us to eat out of hand, his two trusty dogs trailing us.\n|Prickly Pears for the taking|\nWhen I thought the day couldn’t get any better, we went to their cheesemaking hut where we helped his son make fresh ricotta (okay, mostly he made it while we watched), which was still warm when we ate it at lunch. Nirvana!\nWhen we returned to the house, the lovely matriarch of the family invited us to make bread with her. She uses an ancient kneading machine, the kind that has been used in rural villages for decades. We all took a turn at this and believe me, it was not easy. After the dough has been kneaded and has risen, it’s formed and then baked in a wood-fired stove where she’s also added some olive tree branches for flavor.\nWhile the bread was baking, we walked through the olive groves to a spot under the trees where we enjoyed salumi, caciocavallo cheese, and champagne (to celebrate the anniversary of a couple on the trip). It was like a Food and Wine Magazine spread.\nFor lunch back at the house, they grilled fat pork sausages and tender chicken legs that had been rubbed with lemon, oregano, and olive oil, all washed down with homemade wine in mismatched glasses. Everything we ate had been grown or made on the farm. Whatever they don’t use for themselves, they use to barter with neighbors. This is life in a small, rural Italian village. Hard to believe we were not far from the bustling hill town of Ragusa, that is home to a Michelin starred restaurant. Talk about two extremes. And I loved both equally.\nCiao for now!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://amazonsteelconstruction.com/gallery/agriculture/", "date": "2023-12-09T18:02:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100942.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209170619-20231209200619-00859.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9203394055366516, "token_count": 129, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__301793703", "lang": "en", "text": "Our partnership with Farmers Harvest has allowed us the opportunity to work with some of America’s Finest, the farmers and growers who provide food for our tables. We work together to fulfill the unique requirements associated with their processing and handling operations. We have manufactured all types of conveyors, sorting tables, wash tables, sizers, etc. for their processing lines. We also build bulk haul bodies for their trucks.\n- Equipment Design and Manufacturing\n- Sweet Potato, White Potato, Apple, and Onion Processing Equipment\n- Conveyors, Sorting Tables, Wash Tables, Sizers, etc.\n- Bulk Transport Truck Bodies", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.fluffylie.com/content/highland-course-at-primland-resort/", "date": "2021-05-16T09:34:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243992516.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20210516075201-20210516105201-00014.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9388965964317322, "token_count": 297, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__63462135", "lang": "en", "text": "“This course design has been a highlight of my career since its location, while strikingly obvious in hindsight, did not jump out at me after the first of several site visits and tours of the 12,000 acre estate. But once I strode over the plateau, with views which reminded me of the highlands of Scotland, I knew this would test the mettle of golfers who want to play courses that would challenge the professionals.”\n– Donald Steel\nHighlights of the Blue Ridge Mountain golf course include:\n- Closely cut areas around greens provide many short game options.\n- Use of bent grass gives the golfer fast surfaces, and fescue grasses add challenge and a contrast of color.\n- A 150 slope measurement attests to the course’s degree of difficulty, and the rating of 75.1 strokes confirms it.\n- Bio-filters are strategically placed around the golf course to protect the natural trout streams and rivers that originate within and surround Primland.\n- Wetlands around the course remain untouched and are treated as environmentally sensitive areas.\n- Electric golf carts are included with your greens fees.\n- 25 dollar charge applies for use of the driving range. These fees are included in a daily green fee.\n- Use of the putting greens is complimentary.\nAddress: 4621 Busted Rock Rd, Meadows of Dan, VA 24120, USA\nPhone: +1 276-222-3827", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lyonpark.org/2022/10/", "date": "2023-03-23T12:07:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945144.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20230323100829-20230323130829-00754.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9426438808441162, "token_count": 324, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__19109688", "lang": "en", "text": "By Elaine Simmons\nRiotous spring pansies are well served by planning ahead. If you have outdoor window boxes or winter proof pots, plant your pansies in these containers now with fresh potting soil (not topsoil). They will look good this fall, now that the weather has cooled. They will likely “wilt” a bit (and look rather sorry) in the colder months of winter but, unless we have truly bitter cold, these same pansies will normally spring back to life in March or April, earlier and with more vigor than if you plant them in the spring. In this way you get two seasons of enjoyment out of the same plants.\nPansies disdain heat, so the short seasons of fall and early spring are when they flourish in this area. When the pansies get leggy and spent in May or June, you can replace them with annuals that tolerate summer heat. Right now, the nearby garden centers are well stocked with these plants. Brighter solid colors like yellow, orange, or white will “pop” against your house, or try a combo of contrasting colors like purple, yellow, and white. Pinch off spent blooms at the base of the stems to stimulate new flowers.\nAnd don’t throw away the old potting soil! I keep big pots of it in the garage to use in making compost, combining it with vegetable scraps, coffee grounds/filters, tea bags, and dryer lint. After six weeks or so in bin, the depleted old soil is transformed into rich loam.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://healthybeacon.ca/2015/06/22/how-to-rebuild-a-backyard/", "date": "2017-10-24T01:55:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187827853.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20171024014937-20171024034937-00399.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.962067186832428, "token_count": 1374, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__216141351", "lang": "en", "text": "It has been almost 60 days since our backyard remodel project concluded, back-to-back weekends of machinery and manual labor, that ultimately culminated in a backyard free of hazards with a brand new grassy play space for our kids.\nIf you missed the first half of this two-parter, where I explained what we did to destroy our backyard, give it a read here. In this post, it’s time to look at the steps we took to put it all back together and some of the advice we can offer if you’re taking on a project like this of your own.\nStep 3 – Minimizing Our Material Costs\nThree of the challenges we faced in re-shaping our backyard were:\n- Filling in all the low areas of our yard that previously been part of the pool area,\n- Re-grading the steepest area of our property, and\n- Improving overall drainage so that we weren’t stuck with unwanted puddles after manipulating earth\nFor filling and drainage, we brought in 3/4″ crushed rock, and not just a little. A total of 38 cubic yards were delivered for our job, a large enough quantity to allow us to negotiate down the per-yard cost of the material. We also arranged to have all of it delivered at once, using a large dump truck and an additional 20-yard trailer. Scheduling it this way reduced our delivery charges compared to multiple partial loads. (It also provided excellent defense against armies attacking on horseback).\nWe had to follow up our drainage foundation with another 25 cubic yards of turf-blend topsoil, which we dumped using the bobcat into the high spots and spread by hand with rakes and shovels to bring us the extra 6-12″ up to finished grade. Given the enormous amount of material that we brought in for this project, our contractor (my cousin) did a fantastic job estimating our needs so we had little to no surplus and just enough to create the contours we desired.\nTo create our lawn, we had the option to roll out sod across the entire area. But given that we were completing the project in late-April and anticipated a few more weeks of Greater Vancouver spring rain before the warmth of summer arrived, we decided to bring in a hydroseeding firm to spray a combination of mulch, fertilizer, and three varieties of grass seed over the entire 3,500 square foot backyard and just patiently wait for it to grow.\nWe selected a company called Hydrolawn (local to us here in Pitt Meadows). At $0.15 per square foot, versus upwards of $0.75 for sod, it was an affordable way to cover the space. The process took this husband and wife team maybe 20 minutes to complete and we were given clear instructions on watering and fertilizing to help us nurture growth.\nAfter four weeks of patience and regular watering, the grass was tall enough to cut.\nStep 4 – Minimizing Our Rental Costs\nFor scheduling reasons, we planned our whole job to take place over a single weekend, which ended up getting pushed to two weekends due to weather. The benefit to the weekend job was that the bobcat rental company was closed Saturday and Sunday, so we were only charged a single-day rental fee between Friday morning and pickup on Monday. By shutting down the machine at every opportunity, we kept its usage within daily constraints and minimized our equipment rental charges. The second weekend was scheduled similarly, resulting in a two-day paid rental (plus delivery charges) for roughly six days of machine time.\nStep 5 – Building Our Garden\nIn the steepest section of our yard, we decided that building one or more tiers would help us reduce the severity of the slope. Constructing retaining walls to achieve this would have been costly (depending on the type of material used) and/or required proper engineering (depending on the height). So we elected to bring in some medium sized boulders instead (30-40 of them, each about 1.5 x 1.5 feet), for a couple hundred dollars. The end result was three incremental tiers, each only a foot or so taller than the previous with natural materials to support them at a fraction of the cost of a structured set of walls.\nWe decided to leave the lowest tier as a gravel pad (15′ x 15′) for our kids play structure and a future shed, and chose to set aside the two upper tiers as garden space. Rather than cover the areas with garden soil, however, we built planter boxes with space between each to give us room to tend our plants and get to any unwanted weeds.\nWe fabricated a total of four boxes for our garden from 2.5″ x 10″ yellow cedar, with 4″ x 4″ red cedar posts in each corner for stability. Two were 3′ x 6′ and two were 3′ x 9′, giving us a full 90 square feet of garden space for vegetables and herbs. Because we used 12′ lengths of cedar, cut for us at the lumber yard to the lengths we needed, we were able to build all four boxes using seven length of cedar boards with no waste for a total cost (including posts) of around $200. We added a few ceramic pots that we already owned for tomatoes and strawberries.\nLastly, we had three cubic yards each of garden soil and 3/8″ pea gravel delivered to fill the planters and surround them. We used the excess pea gravel on the lower pad to offer a softer play surface for the kids beneath their play structure.\nWe’re really happy with the resulting transformation of the backyard. It’s so easy to be drawn to the house and home magazines and the Pinterest dream project imagery and feel like you need to compete with Versailles to achieve anything of value. But I think the important thing is to reflect on the reasons you took on a project in the first place and see if you managed to stay true to those objectives. When we started this project, we had three goals in mind:\n- Safety – Removing all of the hazards, holes, and toxic materials that could cause bodily injury\n- Useability – Recovering dead space for play, function, and relaxation\n- Property value – Producing an end result that would better serve our family and the property as a whole\nIn the end, we achieved these goals and we kept to the budget we intended. There are certainly additional changes that could be made in terms of decking, patios and other living spaces. But in the mean time we’ve regained a 4,000 sqft space that’s now safe, fun, and functional for our family.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://flereusbioag.com/learn-regenerative-agriculture/worm-castings/", "date": "2021-01-20T13:15:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703520883.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20210120120242-20210120150242-00478.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9579645395278931, "token_count": 617, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__154296386", "lang": "en", "text": "Worm Castings are an integral, but often overlooked ingredient in all forms of agriculture. Worm Castings are exactly what you think they are, worm poop. Worm castings are especially important in container gardening since there is no contact with native soil that already contains worms and their castings.\nThe easy solution here is to ensure that you are using at least one gallon containers and just drop a red wiggler aka compost worm on top. DO NOT add “Night Crawlers” to your container plants, night crawlers have a tendency to snack on living roots.\nAlthough horse manure is not recommended as a soil amendment, for many reasons, a big pile of horse manure is a great place to search for compost worms. Other good places to look for a few are inside piles of grass clippings, underneath large flat objects on the ground or at the interface between all of the fallen plant matter in the forest and the soil underneath. Anywhere that organic matter sits and composts is a good place to find compost worms. Hence the name.\nJust one compost worm in each container is enough to get a population going, although it can take some time. If you add too many to one container, the food sources inside will be depleted too fast and they will all just leave. Placing one compost worm per gallon in your container garden at the beginning of the growing season will serve you very well all year long.\nThere is no need to go out and spend crazy amounts of money on worm castings. There is no need to but those expensive worm farming containers. Just get some worms and be patient.\nThere is only really one situation that will not work for worms living in your growing containers. If you are using chemical fertilizers, your worms will not do very well at all. In fact, they will most likely die. In this case, you would need to purchase or farm your own worm castings. Do not despair, by the end of these articles, you will have the required knowledge to stop using chemical fertilizers. It is easy, give mother nature what she needs to do what she does and let her do it. She doesn’t need much, she just needs the right stuff.\nWorms do need something to eat though. This is also simple. Any form of plant matter that is not hard like wood is good food for worms, save a couple things. Try to avoid citrus and capsaicin (peppers).\nSome good things to use are a combination of\n-non plastic coated paper\n-grass clippings that do not have dog or cat excrement in them\n-leafy greens and their stalks\n-and many other things. If you would compost it, you can 99% of the time, feed it to your worms.\nJust letting the worms live in your growing containers cuts you out as the middle man. There is no need to take up extra space with worm bins, castings sifters, lights, watering schedule or heat mats for winter.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.bispapers.com/2016/11/30/benefits-of-kalabagh-dam/", "date": "2017-01-19T19:05:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-04/segments/1484560280730.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20170116095120-00314-ip-10-171-10-70.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9490035176277161, "token_count": 507, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-04__0__21820345", "lang": "en", "text": "Kalabagh dam project will meet the needs of irrigation water and meet the food production for the growing population in the coming year. So this dam is very important for the economic stability of the Pakistan. There are some benefits are as under:\nBenefits of Kalabagh Dam\n- This multi-purpose project would have a live storage capacity of 6.1 million acre feet. (MAF).\n- It would add a large amount of cheap hydro-power.\n- Kalabagh Dam will generate an average 11,400 million KWH annually.\n- Average power benefits are estimated as Rs. 46.0 billion per annum.\n- With large amounts of energy generate during the summer months, the station will operate as source of base load power with thermal plant providing addition peak time power as required.\n- To generate the energy necessary which meet the demand and stop load shedding?\n- Kalabagh Dam generates a large amount of low cost Hydro Electricity power near major load center.\n- To replace the lost live storage capacities of Mangla and Tarbela, reservoirs gradually being depleted due to sedimentation.\n- To utilize surplus water waste fully flowing to sea.\n- Kalabagh would store surplus water in the flood season and make it available for controlled utilization during the low flow season.\n- This project would provide irrigation water to meet the demand of food production for our growing population.\nSo with the commissioning of Kalabagh Dam, the irrigation short fall would completely eliminated in average and above average inflow year.\n- The additional water will mostly made available during the Rabi Season from October to march, thus increasing the cultivated area which may cropped twice annually.\n- Kalabagh Dam would enable addition and improved irrigation supplies to all provinces within a short period.\n- Additional water made available from Kalabagh for irrigation purposes will increase crop yields.\n- The impact of Kalabagh Dam in reducing the short falls in irrigation supplies.\n- Irrigation oriented operation of the project gives the highest overall economic return.\n- Annual irrigation supply will increased by an average of 4.5 MAF, when the project is first commissioned.\n- Kalabagh Dam would store water in the flood season. This water could thus used for sowing and final maturing of the Kharif crops and entire Rabi crops.\n- The grand Kalabagh Dam could supply plenty of water from its reservoirs to the network of canals during the dry seasons.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ygoy.com/2011/06/27/pollinated-foods-are-high-in-antioxidants-%e2%80%93-study-reveals/", "date": "2016-09-28T15:23:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738661555.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173741-00299-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9585162997245789, "token_count": 217, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__142902435", "lang": "en", "text": "Pollinated Foods Are High In Antioxidants – Study Reveals!\nA recent study conducted by a nutrition expert and a group of pollination ecologists at the University of Berlin, Germany, the Leuphana University, Luneberg and the University of California, Berkeley and San Francisco has showed that globally, crops pollinated by animals are extremely rich in vitamins A, C, E, minerals such as fluoride, calcium, iron and dietary lipids.\nAnother important aspect was that the crops propagated by pollinators were high in nutrients that lowered the risk of heart disease and cancer. These included carotenoids such as β-cryptoxanthin and lycopene and other antioxidants found in vitamin E.\nThe researchers estimated that nearly 40% of the very essential nutrients coming from fruits and vegetables could be lost without the intervention of pollinators.\nAnimal pollinators such as bees are declining in numbers throughout the globe. If this is the case, in the coming years we might be eating food that is deficient in required nutrients leading to the development of several diseases.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://csdailyblog.wordpress.com/2012/10/15/science-classes-cultivate-diversity-and-beauty-in-the-conserve-school-garden/", "date": "2013-06-19T05:55:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368707906397/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516123826-00034-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9610403776168823, "token_count": 303, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__8685153", "lang": "en", "text": "As a conclusion to the Applied Ecology and Sustainable Systems unit on agriculture and soils, science students took a trip to the Conserve School garden to do some learning by doing. The students worked together to plant 200 tulip, hyacinth, and grape hyacinth bulbs each class period. These three species were selected by Conserve School’s Science Teacher Andy Milbauer and Stewardship Coordinator Jean Haack because they are an excellent food source for bees in the spring. When the snow finally disappears from campus, these flowers will not only provide habitat for our resident bees, but be a pleasant sight for those of us eagerly welcoming warmer weather.\nTo prepare the garden beds for planting, students dug up and turned over existing soil and vegetation. They then shoveled holes about half as deep as their hands, placed the bulbs pointed side up in the soil, and re-covered the holes they had made. More soil layers were added over the garden bed and students stomped, danced, and jumped on top to compact them. This compaction will deter squirrels from digging up the bulbs and prevent the bulbs from rotting in air pockets. Although the CS5 students will not be here to see the results of their planting, they worked diligently to get the job done. In just one class period, they were able to expand Conserve School’s garden, add to the diversity of species on campus, and plant flowers for future semesters to enjoy.\n- Graduate Fellow Maria Kopecky", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Introductory_Chemistry_(CK-12)/01%3A_Introduction_to_Chemistry/1.08%3A_Agriculture", "date": "2023-12-10T01:44:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100989.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209233632-20231210023632-00511.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9403027892112732, "token_count": 770, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__140167983", "lang": "en", "text": "How does chemistry aid the success of crops?\nIn the spring, many people begin to plant their gardens. They see ads in catalogs or shop the gardening section of a local store to get ideas. The right place in the garden is selected, seeds or plants are put in the soil, and then they wait. Whether it is a small home garden or a large thousand acre farm, chemistry contributes greatly to the success of the crop.\nCrops need four things for good growth: sunlight, water, nutrients from the soil, and protection from predators such as insects. Chemistry has made major contributions within water usage, nutrient availability, and plant protection. Water purification uses a number of chemical and physical techniques to remove salts and contaminants that would pollute the soil. Chemical analysis of soil allows the grower to see what nutrients are lacking, so that they can be added. In the spring, grocery stores, hardware stores, and gardening centers have high stacks of bags containing fertilizers and weed killers that enrich the soil and keep down unwanted plants. These same stores also provide a number of sprays or solid treatments for insects that might otherwise eat the plants.\nFresh water is essential for good crops. In some areas of the world, there is enough rain to accomplish this task. In other locales, water must be provided so that the crops will grow. Worldwide, irrigation covers about \\(18\\%\\) of farm land and produces some \\(40\\%\\) of crops. Obtaining clean water in many parts of the world is made possible by the process of desalinization.\nDesalinization involves to the treatment of sea water to remove salts; the resulting water can then be used for irrigation without contaminating the soil with materials that harm the growing plants.\nIn many areas of the world, the soil is deficient in essential nutrients. A number of minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and magnesium may not be present in large enough amounts for plants to grow well. Nitrogen is also extremely important for good crops.\nSoil analysis is available from a variety of labs. Local university extension services can provide valuable information as to the composition of a soil, and will also make suggestions as to the types and amounts of needed nutrients. Fertilizers can be purchased and added to the soil to enrich it and ensure better yield of crops.\nEven if the crop grows well, there is still the possibility of insect or pest damage. The insect or pest can consume the crop or can damage it to the point where it will not grow well. Infestations of army worms can do major damage to corn and grain crops. Aphids and boll weevils are major predators of cotton crops. Failure to control these pests results in widespread crop damage and financial loss for the farmer.\nA wide variety of pesticides have been developed by chemists and other scientists to deal with pests. The basic approach is to develop pesticides that interfere with some biochemical process in the pest. Ideally, the pesticide will not affect other living organisms, but this is not always the case. It is very important to read the labels and observe all precautions when using pesticides.\n- Obtaining clean water in many parts of the world is made possible by the process of desalinization.\n- Plant nutrients are very important for good plant growth.\n- Chemical analysis of soil can tell he farmer or gardener what nutrients are needed.\n- Chemists have developed many pesticides that will kill plant predators such as the army worm and the boll weevil.\n- List three things crops need for good growth.\n- How much of the water used in farming is provided by irrigation?\n- What fraction of crops are grown using irrigation?\n- Why do nutrients need to be added to the soil?\n- How do pesticides work?", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://teyshatech.co.uk/biopolymer-specialist-works-with-niab-to-tackle-plastic-pollution/", "date": "2023-12-08T01:55:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100710.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208013411-20231208043411-00588.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9242193102836609, "token_count": 595, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__107048587", "lang": "en", "text": "Biopolymer innovator Teysha Technologies has joined NIAB to research, test and develop bioplastics for the agricultural industry in the UK. The opportunity will allow Teysha to expand as the start up further commercialises in the UK, utilising the Eastern Agritech Innovation Hub near Cambridge. The Hub will be the focal point for developing and testing new sustainable materials and bioplastics to tackle growing plastic pollution as well as investigating waste feedstock options within British agricultural operations.\nThe first innovation to be delivered from the new Teysha laboratory will be a series of new polyester composite materials. Their purpose will be to replace some products that are currently based on petrochemical plastics, as well as improve the biodegradability of existing bioplastics such as polylactic acid. Unlike other polymer manufacturing processes, the synthesis of Teysha’s materials generates zero chemical by-products for disposal. Its properties make it susceptible to microbial breakdown, a desirable benefit for applications like packaging.\nTeysha’s new polyester composites show promise as plastic alternatives across industries like agriculture and horticulture. For example, British gardeners go through 500 million plastic plant pots a year that are either incinerated or sent to landfills. On average they take an estimated 450 years to degrade and in the process may release toxic additives, dyes and microplastics into the environment. To address this, Teysha is targeting the development of alternatives using polyester composites. The goal is to prototype alternative options that provide additional plant nourishment while also having the ability to either biodegrade or be composted.\n“This opportunity to work with the NIAB will allow us to further develop innovative, sustainable materials that can replace harmful plastics in industries like agriculture, as well as examine waste feedstocks for our range of biopolymers.” Said Matthew Stone, Managing Director of Teysha Technologies. “Working with such an important UK institution will also accelerate commercialisation in the UK.”\nTeysha Technologies was established to solve the problems surrounding the production and use of plastics. In partnership with Texas A&M University, Teysha have developed novel second generation bioplastics based on sugar polycarbonates. Now, Teysha is extending its commercial operations to the UK where it is establishing a laboratory facility and a relationship with the NIAB.\nThe NIAB Group is the UK’s fastest-growing crop science organisation, addressing the challenges of food security, climate change and sustainable development in agriculture. The group works with local and national businesses at the hub to carry out commercial scale pilot studies that aid the development of the agricultural and horticultural industries in the UK.\nTo find out more about Teysha Technologies and its research into tuneable biodegradable biopolymers, visit the Teysha Technologies website.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://greencarelawncare.net/landscaping-services-lacey.html", "date": "2015-05-24T14:55:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207928019.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113208-00057-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9400042295455933, "token_count": 1198, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2015-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-22__0__41403335", "lang": "en", "text": "Greencare Lawncare - Our Services\nGreencare Lawncare provides more than just weekly lawn maintenance. Please consider us when in need of any of the following services.\nWe welcome the opportunity to provide full maintenance service. We offer 4-season lawn care from basic lawn mowing to full landscape maintenance. However, if all you need is a company to mow the yard, we are happy to help.\nStandard service includes mowing the entire yard, line trimming (weed eating) around all trees, posts, fencing, etc., edging all sidewalks, patios and driveways, and clean up of all clippings. We mulch as it is much better for the lawn. When necessary, grass clippings are bagged and removed from the property.\nThe major goal of turf fertilization is to produce attractive turf that is healthy, and able to withstand the rigors of its intended use. Fertilization is one of the most basic and important components of a turf management program.\nTurf fertilization contributes greatly to lawn color, density, uniformity, and growth. Properly fertilized grass can compete with weeds and is able recover from damage caused by environmental stresses faster than improperly fertilized lawns. When developing a turf fertilization program, we consider a number of factors including:\n• Minerals required for turf growth and development\n• Natural soil fertility\n• Fertilizer selection\n• Turf/grass species, desired quality, and use\n• Environmental and management conditions\n• Application schedule\nLet us improve the health of your lawn by aerating your soil. Lawn aeration, or core aeration, helps by pulling up plugs of soil and then allowing air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots of your grass. Lawn aeration will help strengthen the roots and allow them to grow deeper. Strong roots in grass will help make it look very green and more beautiful.\nThatch is the layer of living and dead stems, roots, stolons, and rhizomes between the green blades of grass and the soil surface. A thin layer of thatch (less than 1/2 inch thick) can be beneficial to the lawn because it helps to limit weed germination, reduce water evaporation, and protect from frost damage. However, thick thatch layers can prevent water, air, and nutrients from penetrating the soil, causing reduced root growth and increased potential for drought stress. Thatch also favors fungal growth and can harbor insect pests.\nLime helps neutralize acidic soil. If your lawn is in good shape, you probably don't need lime. Let us test your soil and determine if lime is needed to adjust the Ph balance. Lime is a treatment for your soil, not your grass, and the best time to get at the soil is when there's no grass on top of it. However, if you already have grass, we can determine the best time of year to apply a treatment. If your soil is too sour and has slipped out of the ph zone that keeps your grass happy and healthy, lime will sweeten it up again and help keep your lawn in good shape.\nMoss in lawns is usually the result of conditions that are not beneficial to good growth in turf - including poor soil fertility, low soil pH (acidic soils), heavy shade, and excessive moisture. If any of these conditions are inhibiting turf growth, moss can and will invade the lawn and establish itself.\nLet us treat your lawn and effectively gain control of your moss problem. We will get your yard looking lush and green once again.\nWeeds tend to thrive at the expense of the more desirable grass, flowers, or shrubs. They provide competition for space, nutrients, water and light. To prevent their germination and growth, we use a combination of pre-emergent herbicides applied to the soil, and some organic techniques. We will fight those hard to kill weeds until they are gone.\nMulch is a protective cover placed over the soil to retain moisture, reduce erosion, provide nutrients, and suppress weed growth and seed germination. Using them in gardens and landscaping mimics the leaf cover that is found on forest floors.\nMulching also provides a beautiful contrasting curb appeal. We are happy to provide all of your mulching needs. You just can't go wrong with proper mulching.\nTree and Shrub Timming\nEnhance the appearance of your trees. Proper tree maintenance consists of clearing the tree of deadwood, thinning branches, breakage and rubbing limbs removal, and raising the tree canopy. Not only does it make the tree healthier - it reduces decay, allows for more airflow and reduces a lot of unnecessary weight.\nMowing the yard is only half the challenge. Bushes that are not consistently maintained hurt the appearance of even the best-kept property.\nWe will leave your bushes looking beautiful and designed just how you like.\nConcerned we do not offer the service you seek? Call us; we are happy to recommend service providers that maintain the same standards we do.\nDo you need property maintenance for a commercial property? Greencare Lawncare can establish a budget and remain within it. All costs are known. There are no hidden or indirect charges. Are safety practices, training procedures and comprehensive insurance, nearly eliminating your exposure to liability as a result of careless or abusive use of equipment or chemicals.\nGreencare Lawncare strives to be a one-stop 'Outdoor Service Provider'. If your outdoor services are not currently managed by one service provider, let us show you the return on investment (ROI) earned by switching to Greencare Lawncare. We solely focus on grounds maintenance so you can focus on your business.\nProperty managers love us because we make their job easy.\nCall today to see if Greencare Lawncare is the right service provider for you!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.clarkgreenneighbors.org/green-living/plant-library/item/artichoke", "date": "2024-04-23T20:27:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818740.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423192952-20240423222952-00847.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.923219621181488, "token_count": 855, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__67263920", "lang": "en", "text": "- Scientific Name: Cynara scolymus\n- Garden: Edibles and Herbs Garden\n- Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials\n- Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen\n- Sun/Shade Exposure: Full Sun\n- Moisture Requirements: Moist, Well-Drained\nArtichokes are Mediterranean plants that thrive in full, hot sun. They need a minimum of six hours of direct sun a day at the peak of summer. A rich, well‐drained soil is ideal. In the Portland area, seeds can be started indoors February through April (two months before the average last frost date), and directly outdoors starting in May. Transplant starts in late spring when the ground has warmed up and there is no chance of frost. Give plants 3’ spacing and full sun. A site protected from winter winds and extreme cold is best. Amend soil with 2” of compost and/or manure before planting. Add an organic transplanting fertilizer to the bottom of the hole. Once planted, top‐dress with good mulch, making sure not to smother the crown. WATER REQUIREMENTS Artichokes like moist soil, but never soggy. When watering, drench the root area completely. Frequency of watering varies with every situation. In the heat of summer, it may need a thorough drink once a week. Watering frequency will decrease during cooler weather and as plants become established. Artichokes are very drought tolerant once established after the first year. Water a second-year plant thoroughly in the hottest summer months. A third-year plant should be fine without additional water. In containers, artichokes will need regular watering weekly before the soil pulls away from the sides of the container. Artichokes in containers will need regular water for life because they will have a restricted root system. FERTILIZING Artichokes benefit from an annual feeding in the spring, side‐dress with kelp meal or any other all-purpose granular fertilizer. A 1” layer of composted manure also works. HARVESTING & STORAGE Newly planted artichokes begin to produce edible heads early to mid-summer. Established plants can start flowering in late spring. Harvest before the outer “petals” have begun to open, cut buds with 1” of stem along with it. Store in refrigerator; lasts up to a week or more. PESTS & DISEASES *Snails and slugs leave large holes in leaves when they feed at night. Slug baits, and beer traps are just a few ways to control them. *Verticillium and Bacterial Wilt are soil borne virus which cause the plant to suddenly wilt. Remove and destroy infected plant. Replant a new plant in a different area (or container). *Die out‐ All artichokes have a limited life span and lose vigor, dying away after 5 years of production. *Gray Mold shows as brown spots on buds which develops a white or gray mold in wet weather. Remove infected buds, avoid overhead irrigation and improve air circulation. Treat healthy foliage with a fungicide if desired. *Aphids often appear as a black coating on the flower buds. Also, sticky sap on leaves and stems and white aphid skeletons are quite prevalent. There are numerous sprays and control measures to help combat aphids. Garlic and cayenne sprays help deter them, and insecticidal soap kills them when spayed every 7‐10 days. *Earwig damage appears as holes bored through the base of the buds. Set traps for earwigs made out of rolls of corrugated cardboard. Earwigs will hide in the cardboard in the day. In the morning shake the traps into a bucket of soapy water or simply discard away from the garden. WINTER PROTECTION Cut artichoke foliage to the ground in late fall. Artichokes in containers need protection at temperatures around 25°F or colder. In the ground a thick layer of straw will help insulate the root mass for the winter. The key for survival in the ground is great drainage and temperatures above 20°F.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.wellvine.com/blog/wine-not/", "date": "2023-12-08T08:27:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100739.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208081124-20231208111124-00140.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9392872452735901, "token_count": 1779, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__37373679", "lang": "en", "text": "Researchers from Sonomaceuticals, LLC, the USDA-ARS, and UC Davis have collaborated to learn more about the ways in which a by-product of Chardonnay winemaking that has been viewed simply as a waste product may have potential health benefits.\nDr Torey Arvik, Dr Wallace Yokoyama, Dr Carl Keen, Dr Roberta Holt, and Fanny Lee are interested in how Chardonnay marc – the solid remains of the grapes after being pressed for their juice – could be upcycled into ingredients used in foods and dietary supplements that may improve cardiovascular and gut health. Harnessing the health benefits of Chardonnay grape marc as a value-added ingredient enables more sustainable wine production.\nA grand challenge in the global food and agriculture sector is minimizing food waste and negative environmental impacts while meeting increasing global demand for healthy food. Innovation is urgently needed to transform underutilized food- and agriculture-derived resources into new ingredients and products that contribute to health and nutrition while also being conducive to a more sustainable environment.\nTransforming by-products into co-products during wine production\nWine production is a sector where innovation can have a big impact. In 2018, 292 million hectolitres (one hectolitre equals one hundred litres) of wine were produced worldwide.\nThe process of winemaking involves crushing ripe grapes into grape must. For white wine, the must is then pressed to separate the juice from the solids. Next, the juice is fermented to produce wine.\nThe grape solids removed from the must are called pomace, or marc. Grape marc contains all the other components of the grape, including the skin, seeds, and pulp. Grape marc makes up the largest underutilized by-product from winemaking, with over 1.1 million tonnes generated in 2019 in California alone. Although a small amount of marc has traditionally been used to produce marc brandy or grappa, it is more commonly used as fertilizer or animal feed.\n“Overweight or obese individuals may have improved insulin responses when consuming a blend of Chardonnay grape marc and seed extract.”\nCollaborative research between Sonomaceuticals, LLC, the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS), and the University of California Davis (UC Davis) is providing exciting new insights into the potential benefits of co-products that usually go largely to waste in the production of Chardonnay wine. This multi-year program of collaboration is revealing new potential in Chardonnay marc co-products that can yield new food and dietary supplement ingredients having health benefits due to the concentration of certain naturally occurring compounds.\nPotential bioactive components of Chardonnay grape marc\nSonomaceuticals is interested to better understand the use of Chardonnay grape marc to benefit human health. Dr Torey Arvik is involved in work which aims to valorize grape solids left over from winemaking. Valorization, a process that is gaining traction in numerous industries, simply means finding a better use for co-products, thereby reducing waste and enhancing value.\nThis has partly contributed to a new area of research which aims to explore the potential health benefits of bioactive components in Chardonnay grape marc.\nPrevious work by Dr Wallace Yokoyama, a scientist at USDA-ARS, compared the profiles of grape seed flours from different varieties to determine if there were different health impacts. Compared to other grapes, Chardonnay grape marc contained high levels of nutrients known as phenolics, with the highest levels found in Chardonnay seeds.\nThe team at Sonomaceuticals further explored the phenolic content of Chardonnay grape marc. They aimed to characterize the marc, with and without seeds, the seed alone, and an extract of the seed, to better identify the chemical composition of these winemaking co-products. The majority of phenolics in Chardonnay grape marc are the flavan-3-ols, including (-) epicatechin. Flavan-3-ols are compounds naturally present in plant-based foods such as grapes, tea, apples, and cocoa. Importantly, a number of research studies have shown that increased intakes of (-) epicatechin and other flavan-3-ols can have beneficial health effects on the cardiovascular system. Indeed, work from an international team of researchers, which included Dr Carl Keen and Dr Roberta Holt, observed that flavanol intake could improve vascular response and platelet function. Continued research on flavan-3-ols has convincingly demonstrated beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system. This may be due to their ability to affect a number of cellular signalling and metabolic pathways.\nAside from the flavan-3-ol content of marc, the Sonomaceuticals team were interested in the relatively understudied complex carbohydrate content of Chardonnay grape marc that can benefit gut health. This included the oligosaccharides, a type of fiber, known for their potential prebiotic benefits.\nAll Chardonnay marc samples analyzed contained abundant levels of flavan-3-ols, with the seed extract being the most concentrated phenolic. Thirty-six distinct oligosaccharides were discovered in the four samples. Whilst there was some overlap between the Chardonnay marc fractions, they each had their own individual oligosaccharide profile. These results demonstrate that Chardonnay marc could be a substantial dietary source of phenolics and oligosaccharides. Research is currently ongoing to determine the contribution of each of these Chardonnay grape marc components to health.\nPotential health benefits of Chardonnay grape marc\nResearch by Dr Yokoyama identified ways that Chardonnay grape seed flour may benefit cardiovascular health in a series of studies using a rodent model. His group supplemented a high-fat diet with Chardonnay grape seed flour. This prevented the mice from gaining fat, despite consuming more food than the control group. The mice also had lower levels of a form of cholesterol often associated with increased cardiovascular risk, that is, low-density lipoprotein or LDL cholesterol. Moreover, Dr Yokoyama’s team were able to demonstrate that Chardonnay grape seed flour-induced changes in LDL were associated with changes in specific gut microbial populations and metabolites. Dr Yokoyama attributed these health benefits to the fiber and flavan-3-ol content of the Chardonnay seed flour. These results suggests that Chardonnay grape seed flour may benefit cardiovascular health in the management of obesity and obesity-related health effects that include improvements in cholesterol levels and gut health. However, further research, including well-controlled clinical trials, will be required to confirm the impact of these key Chardonnay grape marc components in humans.\nFanny Lee’s research is focused on exploring how pre-packaged capsules containing WellVine Chardonnay marc may affect the gut microbiome and cardiovascular health in humans. She and her collaborators have conducted initial trials examining the effects of Chardonnay grape flour and seed extract on cholesterol and insulin resistance. At this year’s meeting of the American Society of Nutrition, Ms Lee presented data suggesting overweight or obese individuals may have improved insulin responses when consuming a blend of Chardonnay grape marc and seed extract. While promising, further work is required to confirm these findings.\n“Including Chardonnay marc in food products can potentially contribute to both public health and environmental sustainability.”\nDuring the past several decades, much has been learned about compounds present in foods having bioactivity beyond that contributed by the currently recognized micro- and macro-nutrients. (-) Epicatechin, present in various plant foods, and specific oligosaccharides found in human breastmilk, are representative of these new discoveries. The cross-sector research collaboration between Sonomaceuticals, USDA-ARS, and UC Davis suggests Chardonnay grape marc is a food ingredient containing compounds that have this potential, including flavan-3-ols and oligosaccharides. Sonomaceuticals has already demonstrated that grape seed flour can be used in commercially available flours to enhance bread and other baked goods, and believes there is a potential for including Chardonnay grape marc in a wider variety of foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. In addition to the health and nutrition benefits associated with the compounds it naturally contains, inclusion of Chardonnay grape marc in these products contributes to environmentally sustainable viticulture and winemaking operations.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://easthampton-ct.patch.com/search?keywords=halloween", "date": "2014-07-24T10:39:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1405997888236.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20140722025808-00060-ip-10-33-131-23.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9719350934028625, "token_count": 145, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-23__0__97062541", "lang": "en", "text": "Q-P Farm Market 1339 Portland Cobalt Rd, Portland, CT06480 Open since 1993, Q-P (quick pick) Farm Market is open from spring until Halloween. This farmers market is owned by…More Gotta's Place off of Glastonbury Turnpike. There are several greenhouses in the back where the business grows its crops. Customers can stop by Q-P and purchase locally grown produce such as corn, squash, tomatoes and apples. Customers can also pick their own peaches and strawberries. For those looking to do some planting of their own, Q-P's has a garden center which stocks all manner of decorative plants and mulch as well as heirloom tomato plants.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://savannanews.com/covid-19-threatens-erode-incomes-of-smallholder-farmers-in-zimbabwe-oxfam-in-zimbabwe/", "date": "2023-03-25T04:22:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945315.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20230325033306-20230325063306-00417.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9594507217407227, "token_count": 1465, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__102319756", "lang": "en", "text": "Smallholder vegetable farmers in Zimbabwe could lose thousands of dollars due to the lockdown enforced by the government to combat the spread of Covid -19 pandemic that has ravaged communities across the globe. Covid -19 and the response measures particularly lockdown and social distancing could not have come at a worse time for many smallholder farmers, particularly women. The lockdown policy response, though necessary to break the coronavirus transmission chain, threatens to disrupt agricultural markets and supply chains for smallholder farmers already reeling from the effects of the 2018-19 and 2019-20 drought, fall army-worm and underlying economic challenges.\nOn 30 March 2020, the Government of Zimbabwe enforced a 21-day nationwide lockdown in response to the Covid -19 pandemic that threatens to bring down global economies and communities. The nationwide lockdown was abrupt, with the citizens given only two weekend days to stock up supplies for the lockdown.\nA snap survey conducted by Oxfam in Zimbabwe in its project areas shows that, unless the government comes up with targeted policy measures to support the farmers during the lockdown period and beyond, thousands of smallholder farmers stand to endure losses that will worsen hunger, malnutrition, poverty, inequality and vulnerability to the climate crisis among other challenges rural farmers are already battling with.\nBeneficiaries of Tapudzai Garden in Ward 11 of Gutu District (about 250 km southeast of the Capital City of Harare) whose quarter hectare of tomatoes is currently under production, expect to start harvesting their crop in two weeks’ time (18 April). Members of the Tapudzai garden comprising of 19 women, 10 men and 7 youth farmers are anticipating a yield of about 10 000kg from their irrigated quarter hectare. Tomatoes are fetching ZWL9.30/kg at the market and the members were hoping to get a gross income of at least ZWL93,000 (US$3,577) which translates to a net income of US$1,802 after production costs.\nIf the lockdown persists and the tomatoes are not sold as expected, Tapudzai garden members stand to lose almost USD2000, a loss which the members cannot afford now given the underlying economic challenges bedevilling the nation.\nSmall scale vegetable farmers, mostly women, in Gutu district whose crops are almost ripe for harvesting, have cited access to markets as their major challenge during this lockdown. Cellestino Chakabuda (58) a father of five and one of the members of the recently constructed Tapudzai solar driven market garden in Ward 11 under the SIDA supported Oxfam in Zimbabwe and partners Climate Adaptation for Rural Livelihoods (CARL) project, has this to say:\n“We had planned to sell our vegetables including cabbages, tomatoes and beans to nearby boarding schools and the Gutu town market, but now with the lockdown in place, we don’t know what we are going to do. Schools have been closed and the market is closed as well, so there is barely no market to sell our vegetables to” said a distraught Chakabuda.\n“Vegetables have a short shelf life, the crops are almost at harvesting stage and we are not sure what to do if the lockdown persists beyond 21 days and schools remain closed”. On the 3rd of April 2020, the President of Zimbabwe Emerson Mnangagwa in a televised address, relaxed the lockdown measures when he ordered the police to allow farmers to deliver their produce to urban centres. This came after shocking images of police burning a truckload of vegetables in Mutare’s Sakubva market flew all over social media.\nChakabuda however said commendable as the President’s gesture was, it did not do much in addressing the market challenges the communal farmers still have to face in the wake of the lockdown. “Though the President said we can now go with our produce to urban markets, our challenges still remain. For starters, there are no buses on the road to carry our vegetables to town because all public transport was banned from operating during the lockdown except for Zupco buses but these are all concentrated in urban centres. So how are we going to get our vegetables to town? If schools remain closed, our challenges are far from over as accessing urban markets is a toll order for most of us” said Chakabuda.\nHe further added that even if they somehow manage to get their produce to urban markets, the market still remains too small to cater for both communal farmers and commercial farmers as most vegetable vendors and small shops that usually buy smallholder farmers produce remain closed due to the unpredictability of the situation. Chakabuda said he fears if they do not get a market for their produce at the earliest possible time, all their efforts may go down the drain and they may be unable to send their children back to school when they reopen.\nChiedza Hungwe (36) a mother of five and also a member of the same project weighed in “There hasn’t been much crop yield in most farmers’ fields this year owing to drought and our only hope was income from the recently constructed market garden which has constant supply of water”.\nEven farmers in irrigation schemes have not been spared from supply chain and market disruptions brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown response measures. In the SIDA – Oxfam supported Ruti and Mutunha Irrigation Schemes in Gutu and Buhera districts respectively, farmers must prepare for the winter crop season but are finding it difficult to move around to sell their produce, source agricultural inputs and conclude supply contracts.\n“As a farmer, I need to move from place to place looking for markets, interact with extension officers and buy inputs. Now with the lockdown and social distancing measures, it’s already a nightmare for most of us farmers to access markets and procure inputs for the upcoming winter cropping season which starts in May” said Mary Chinembiri (35) of the Ruti irrigation scheme. Failure by farmers to procure agricultural inputs and access markets could spell major disruptions to Zimbabwe’s food supply chain. Farming activities follow seasons and getting things done on time often separates a successful farming season from an unsuccessful one.\n“Our first crop is almost ready for harvesting and we were preparing to sell the produce at the nearby Murambinda growth point and started contract negotiations with private sector off-takers for a winter crop but now all that has been put into disarray because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown imposed by the government”, said Moline Mudzukwa (49), a beneficiary of the Mutunha irrigation scheme and garden implemented in Buhera District through SAFIRE under the CARL project. “We are between a hard place and a rock, as we want to stay safe from Covid-19 but also continue with our farming business”, said most farmers across the three districts.\nThese farmers’ voices highlight the worries about socio-economic effects of COVID-19 among smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe and the urgent need for policy measures that alleviate hunger and that address poverty and inequality for rural constituencies.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://winesdirect.ie/collections/buy-stefano-accordini-wine-online", "date": "2023-09-27T06:08:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510259.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927035329-20230927065329-00672.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9674347639083862, "token_count": 216, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__71753575", "lang": "en", "text": "Stefano Accordini’s family involvement with wine started early in the 20th century when Stefano’s father Gaetano Accordini bought 5 ha of vineyards in the hills between Verona and Lake Garda. Stefano continued his father’s passion for producing Valpolicella wine on their family vineyards all his life and was followed by his sons Daniele and Tiziano (pictured). In turn, the current generation of Accordinis; Giacomo, Paolo, and Marco, have inherited the love for Valpolicella and a place in their family enterprise.\nIt might seem like stating the obvious, but you get something really special when four successive generations dedicate themselves to producing and refining one particular style of wine. With a total of 10 ha under vine, the Accordindis know every inch of their land intimately. The vineyards have south-eastern exposure and a balanced soil composition perfect for growing the Corvine, Rondinelle and Corvinone grapes that go into the Accordini Valpolicellas.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-pictures/foods-most-affected-by-climate-change-1144590/", "date": "2023-05-28T07:23:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224643585.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20230528051321-20230528081321-00526.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9454697370529175, "token_count": 2259, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__196802530", "lang": "en", "text": "11 Foods That Are Already Being Impacted by the Climate Crisis\nFood is an entrenched part of any culture. In America, we associate peaches with Georgia and shellfish with New England; we go to Napa for wine tasting, and sing songs about the heartland’s amber waves of grain. But in a few short decades, rising sea levels and changing temperatures could transform where and how we harvest our food.\nWe’re already seeing changes. Fruit trees are struggling to bloom after warmer winters; cranberries are being scalded by heat in the bogs they’ve grown in for centuries; in Asia, rice crops are being flooded with saltwater. And as the ocean becomes warmer and more acidic, the sea life we depend on is either moving to different waters or being decimated.\nIn many cases, these changes mean that the foods that are part of a region’s identity — Vermont’s maple syrup or Colombia’s coffee — will have to migrate as their ideal climate shifts, often further north. “Napa Valley pretty much ends up in Canada not too long from now,” says Lisa Goddard, director of the International Research Institute for Climate and Society at Columbia University.\nAnd it’s not just specialty foods. Rising temperatures are making it harder to produce staple grains across the globe — slashing yields, wiping out crops in droughts, even making these essential grains less nutritious. In developed countries like the U.S., we likely won’t stop eating as much corn or wheat; we’ll just start cultivating more land — increasing the already enormous environmental impact of the agriculture industry. “The demand for food is so powerful, it’s the fundamental thing that people need to buy. They will find a way to buy it,” says Keith Wiebe of the International Food Policy Research Institute.\nBut it also means prices will go up — which could be devastating for nations that are already facing widespread hunger. “For people in poorer countries, where they spend half of their total expenditures on food, and half of those expenditures are on just the basics — maize meal or cassava flour — even a small change in something like that has a huge impact,” says Wiebe. “They’re already scraping by, and trading off between food and school books and health care.”\nThe key is learning how to adapt. Researchers are breeding climate-resistant crops — building DNA libraries and reviving old, wild strains — and working to insure farmers financially against increasingly variable growing seasons.\n“It’s a race between innovation and the impacts of climate,” says Wiebe. “The entire history of agriculture is based on experience with relatively stable temperatures. And we’re going to move beyond that in the next decades.”\nHere are 11 foods, from beloved regional favorites to essential staples, that are already being affected by climate change in their cultivation methods, quality, and survival.\nAccounting for 20 percent of all calories consumed by people — and 100 percent of all comfort food — wheat is threatened by drought and rising carbon-dioxide levels. Researchers project that even if we stop global temperatures from rising 2 C, the wheat-growing areas affected by drought will double in the next 20 to 50 years. Rising CO2 levels may offset some of that by fueling photosynthesis and increasing yield, but a recent study suggested rising CO2 will also strip significant amounts of nutrients from wheat and other plants like barley, potatoes, and rice.\nSmall open-water fish like sardines, herring, and anchovies are among the most “climate friendly” fish to catch, requiring by far the least amount of boat fuel to gather. But rising ocean temperatures are deadly to sardine larvae, and the species depends on plankton for food, which is becoming scarcer in some parts of the world due to increasingly variable wind patterns. An 87 percent collapse of sardine fisheries in the Southern Caribbean over the course of a decade was attributed largely to climate change, with overfishing contributing as well. At the same time, research suggests sardine populations in the Pacific Ocean will travel north to cooler waters over the next 60 years, reducing stock in current California fishing ports by 20 to 50 percent.\nCalifornia grows about 80 percent of the world’s almonds. “That crop takes a ridiculously lot of water to grow,” says Goddard. “As California’s facing water shortages, this is going to be a problem.” In addition to rainfall, California farmers rely on snowmelt from the Sierra Nevada mountains flowing into the state’s irrigation canals. As less snow accumulates and melts earlier because of climate change, thirsty crops like almonds are likely to be especially affected by the late-season water shortage. Researchers are studying whether the almond industry could eventually shift north into Oregon and Washington, which by 2050 may be warm enough to support the crop.\nAbout 10,000 years ago, we started domesticating chickpeas. It helped make the legume what it is today — the primary source of protein for some 20 percent of the world. But it also robbed it of its genetic diversity, which has made it harder for the plant to adapt to climate change. It’s particularly vulnerable to drought, which can decimate half of a crop, and disease, which can wipe a crop out entirely. To keep chickpeas thriving, researchers have collected seeds and DNA from the domesticated chickpea’s heartier, wild counterparts in Turkey and Kurdistan, hoping to breed a plant that is more resistant to drought, extreme heat, and pests.\nConsidered the canary in the agricultural coal mine, wine grapes require hyperspecific climates to produce wines with sugar, acid, and tannins balanced exactly right. Already, growers are entering regions that were once too cold for the crop and seeking higher altitudes for more consistent temperatures. Drought, floods, hail, fires, and unpredictable rains and freezes threaten to decimate yields. In 2020, smoke damage from the worst wildfire season in modern California history ruined 13 percent of the state’s wine-grape crop. A recent study predicted that if global temperatures rise by 2 C, suitable wine-grape regions could shrink by as much as 56 percent by the end of the century. Diversifying varietals could offset some of that loss, but that will mean the end of generations of growing certain grapes in certain regions in favor of those more suited to climate change.\nIndigenous peoples in the Northeast United States have used this winter-hardy crop in their foods and medicines for thousands of years. In Massachusetts, which produces about a quarter of the country’s cranberry crop, the industry is worth $1 billion and employs 7,000 farmers. But the plants, many of which are more than 100 years old, grow in ancient bogs that fall prey to erratic rainfall and drought. And in heat waves, cranberries can suffer from a condition called “scald,” where the fruit cooks on the vine because it can’t cool itself.\nBaby shellfish like oysters and scallops start building their shells when they’re somewhere between the size of a speck of dust and a lentil, filtering calcium and carbonate from ocean waters to construct their protective layers. But as the oceans’ acidity increases due to the rising CO2 levels, the number of carbonate ions in the water declines. Unable to build their shells, the shellfish die or grow more slowly, making them more vulnerable to predators. One report estimated that with scallops, ocean acidification could reduce the population by as much as 50 percent in just a few decades.\nIn winter, when hardy fruit trees like peaches and cherries are dormant, they need to experience a certain number of “chilling hours” — where temperatures remain between freezing and 45 degrees — for the fruit to reliably form. A study found that between 1950 and 2000, yearly chilling hours decreased by as much as 30 percent in some parts of California. But there is hope: In 2020, the USDA released three new peach varieties bred to survive shorter, warmer winters.\nCorn is the most vital crop in sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America, and it’s the largest grown in the United States. But the grain is sensitive to rising temperatures and dwindling rainfall, so healthy crops can be taken out in one fell swoop by an ill-timed drought. “Even in developed countries like the United States or Brazil, you have these wonderful crops, growing great, and then right when the crop starts to flower—which is critical—you get a drought, and the whole crop goes down the drain,” says Walter Baethgen, senior research scientist for the International Research Institute for Climate and Society at Columbia University. Tith the constant threat that crops could be wiped out at any moment, it could become financially impossible for small corn farmers to sustain their farms. And even when crops survive, the changing climate is expected to reduce corn’s growth rate: a global temperature rise of just 1 degree Celsius would slow the rate by 7 percent.\nHigher temperatures, more intense rain, and persistent humidity have made coffee plantations hospitable hosts for the “coffee leaf rust” fungus. Dusting coffee leaves with rust-colored spores, they feed off the plant, spreading from tree to tree and making it impossible for the plants to photosynthesize or produce the prized coffee berries. From 2012 to 2017, coffee rust forced almost 2 million farmers off their land. One study estimates that because of global warming, we could lose 50 percent of the land suitable to grow coffee by 2050.\nRice production is fundamental to global food security: It’s a staple for more than half the world’s population, nearly a billion of whom suffer from chronic hunger. The crop thrives in wetlands — making it especially susceptible to droughts or unpredictable rainfall. But the biggest enemy may be rising sea levels. In Bangladesh, coastal flooding is literally salting the earth, making it impossible to cultivate the rice fields. According to one study, 200,000 coastal farmers will likely be forced out by rising tides in the next 120 years. Wealthier farmers have begun farming shrimp where they once grew rice, but 80 percent of the world’s rice is produced by small-scale farmers without the resources to make that change. Instead, many are expected to migrate inland, where there’s good news: researchers are isolating breeds that are drought- and flood-tolerant, to adapt to changing weather patterns.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.sugarfreestyle.com/2007/08/news-you-can-sink-your-teeth-into.html", "date": "2021-05-12T08:56:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991685.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20210512070028-20210512100028-00113.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9075543880462646, "token_count": 215, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__126372533", "lang": "en", "text": "Diabetics and calorie counters rejoice!\nAccording to a recent article in Science News, researchers have developed a low-sugar alternative to the standard U.S. supermarket watermelon.\nMelon geneticist Angela Davis of the U.S. Agricultural Research Service - and her team - produced two lines of fruit whose seeds now uniformly grow into pink, low-sugar melons.\nAnd if a series of tastes tests encompassing more than 170 youth and adults is any indication, the melon could be a huge hit with people following restricted sugar or low-carbohydrate diets. As background, domesticated watermelons tend to be so sweet, they are typically off-limits to most of the nation's 20 million people with diabetes.\nThe individuals involved in the taste test process were offered two types of watermelon - the conventional supermarket variety and a low-sugar version sweetened with sucralose. Researchers report the majority preferred their melon with sucralose.\nThe Oklahoma team will now turn its experimental melons over to seed companies.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://workthatreconnects.org/event/lammas-lughnasad-festival/", "date": "2022-05-26T01:41:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662595559.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20220526004200-20220526034200-00487.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9543393850326538, "token_count": 213, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__89397672", "lang": "en", "text": "Lammas/Lughnasad is one of the four “Greater Sabbats,” which makes it one of the most important days on the Wheel of the Year. It is the cross-quarter day between the Summer Solstice and the Autumn Equinox, and it marks the beginning of the harvest season.\nTraditionally the peak of summer heat, the first hints of Autumn also start to show themselves—the first grains are ready for harvest, the trees begin dropping their fruits, and daylight slowly starts to shrink. It is a time to give thanks for the abundance of the past growing season and to look forward to the remaining weeks of light and warmth as we continue reaping what we have sown.\nLammas rituals are related to harvest and gratitude, and acknowledging and celebrating what has unfolded so far during the course of the year.\nIn our Wheel of the Year Workshops, we combine the power of the Work that Reconnects with where we are in the wheel of the year (in the Northern Hemisphere).", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hussaranch.com/more-about-our-sheep", "date": "2024-04-21T18:46:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817790.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421163736-20240421193736-00850.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.971694827079773, "token_count": 720, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__19319485", "lang": "en", "text": "Katahdin sheep are a unique and fascinating breed that originated in Maine, USA. They are known for their hardiness, versatility, and ease of care, making them a popular choice among farmers and homesteaders alike.\nUnlike traditional wool sheep breeds, Katahdin sheep do not require shearing as they shed their wool naturally. This makes them a low-maintenance option for farmers (like us) who do not have the time or resources to shear their sheep regularly.\nIn addition to their ease of care, Katahdin sheep are known for their excellent meat quality. Their meat is lean, tender, and has a mild flavor that appeals to a wide range of tastes.\nKatahdin sheep are also highly adaptable to a variety of environments and climates, making them an excellent choice us given our cold, harsh winters and dry summer. They are well-suited for grazing on pasture, but they can also thrive on a diet of hay and concentrates.\nDorper sheep are a hardy and adaptable breed that originated in South Africa in the 1930s. They were developed by crossing the Dorset Horn and Blackhead Persian breeds to create a sheep that was well-suited to the harsh and arid conditions of the South African landscape.\nOne of the defining characteristics of the Dorper sheep breed is their unique shedding ability. Dorper sheep have a short, slick coat that sheds naturally. In addition to their shedding ability, Dorper sheep are known for their excellent meat quality and increasing the growth rate of lambs when cross bred. Their meat is tender, flavorful, and has a high yield, making them a popular choice for meat production programs.\nDorper sheep are highly adaptable to a variety of environments and climates and parasite resistant. They are well-suited for grazing on pasture, but they can also thrive on a diet of hay or other forages. They tolerate both hot and cold temperatures, making them a versatile and safe choice. Overall, we were looking for a low-maintenance, adaptable, and high-quality meat-producing sheep. With their unique characteristics and adaptability, the Dorper were a natural fit for us to introduce into our breeding program.\nIcelandic sheep are a unique and ancient breed that is highly valued for its meat, wool, and milk. One of the defining characteristics of Icelandic sheep is their lean, tender, and flavorful meat, which is considered a gourmet delicacy by many.\nIcelandic sheep meat is known for its exceptional flavor, which is attributed to the breed's unique genetics and natural diet. Icelandic sheep are raised on grass and other forages, which gives their meat a distinct and delicious taste. Their meat is also low in fat and high in protein, making it a healthy choice for those who are conscious of their diet.\nIn addition to their excellent meat quality, Icelandic sheep are also highly prized for their wool, which is versatile and can be used for a wide range of products. Their milk is also rich and flavorful, making it a great choice for dairy production.\nOverall, Icelandic sheep are a unique and valuable breed that offers a range of benefits for farmers and consumers alike. Whether you are interested in meat, wool, or dairy production, or are simply looking for a delicious and nutritious meat option, Icelandic sheep are a great choice.\nWork in progress", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://healthykidshpe.ca/good-food-box-gets-much-needed-boost/", "date": "2019-02-17T17:41:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247482347.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20190217172628-20190217194628-00141.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9272574782371521, "token_count": 513, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__12744234", "lang": "en", "text": "The Healthy Kids Community Challenge Hastings & Prince Edward has purchased 1200 new blue bins from a local supplier for the Community Development Council of Quinte (CDC Quinte), to be used for the local Good Food Box program. The Good Food Box program is a bulk food buying program that offers fresh produce at a fraction of the retail price. The fresh produce is delivered to community depots throughout Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. The Healthy Kids Community Challenge Hastings & Prince Edward bought the bins as part of the Healthy Kids Community Challenge Theme 3 Choose to Boost Veggies and Fruit.\nThe Good Food Box program was looking for ways to support an increase in the program uptake. “These new bins will increase the capacity of the delivery truck by at least 30 percent because they allow for more efficient packing without compromising the integrity of the vegetables and fruit,” says Jim Mallabar, the local Good Food Box Coordinator. By increasing the capacity of the delivery truck, more good food boxes can be offered to community members without an increase to the program’s transportation costs. This will allow the program to continue to grow for the next few years.\nChoose to Boost Veggies and Fruit theme is all about increasing the daily servings of vegetables and fruit for children and their families. Only one in ten Canadian youth are meeting the five servings of vegetables and fruit they should be eating everyday. The Good Food Box program is a valuable community resource to have fresh produce available at affordable prices.\nThe local Good Food Box program is over 20 years old and continues to grow. The CDC Quinte estimates the program started packing and delivering about 75 boxes each month. As of 2017, they are averaging 1200 boxes every month. The program offers a $15 large good food box for three or more people, a $10 small good food box for one to two people and a $5 fruit bag. These are ordered and delivered once every month and available from sixteen depots throughout Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. The CDC Quinte also offers Community Gardens, Community Kitchens and monthly Good Food Markets to help increase access to fresh produce throughout our communities.\nFor information about the Good Food Box or the other programs run by the CDC Quinte please visit www.cdcquinte.com. For more information about the Healthy Kids Community Challenge, please visit www.healthykidsHPE.ca.\nJim Mallabar (right), Good Food Box Coordinator, and a long-time volunteer Norm Culley (left) pack the new Good Food Box bins for the monthly delivery.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.baristainsights.com/the-importance-of-specialty-coffee-a-journey-of-taste-and-sustainability/", "date": "2024-02-22T13:38:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473819.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222125841-20240222155841-00530.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9323804378509521, "token_count": 662, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__56658989", "lang": "en", "text": "As the world’s most popular beverage, coffee takes many forms. From instant coffee packets to exotic, rare blends, there’s something for everyone. But among the broad spectrum of beans and brews, one type stands out: specialty coffee. This unique subset of the coffee industry emphasizes quality, sustainability, and flavor profiles that can delight even the most discerning coffee drinkers.\nTable of Contents\nWhat is Specialty Coffee?\nBefore we delve into its significance, let’s understand what specialty coffee is. The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) grades coffee on a 100-point scale. Those scoring 80 points or above are termed ‘specialty coffee.’ These beans are grown in ideal climates and are carefully harvested to yield a distinctive flavor profile.\nThe Importance of Specialty Coffee\nElevating Your Coffee Experience\nSpecialty coffee is about an enhanced experience, akin to wine tasting. It’s not just a caffeine kick but an exploration of nuanced flavors. The taste is affected by a multitude of factors: the coffee variety, the region it’s grown in, the altitude, and the processing method. A cup of specialty coffee can contain notes of anything from berries and citrus fruits to chocolate and spices.\nEnsuring Quality and Traceability\nBecause specialty coffee must meet stringent quality standards, it guarantees a high-quality cup every time. This attention to quality extends beyond taste; it also ensures traceability. Most specialty coffee roasters provide information about the origin of their beans, the farmer who grew them, and even the altitude at which they were cultivated. This traceability establishes a direct connection between the consumer and the farmer, fostering a sense of trust and authenticity in the coffee experience.\nPromoting Sustainable Practices\nSpecialty coffee promotes sustainability within the coffee industry. Many farmers growing specialty coffee employ shade-grown farming techniques, which can be better for the environment. They often refrain from using harmful chemicals and pesticides, instead opting for natural, environmentally friendly alternatives.\nMoreover, specialty coffee encourages practices like direct trade, ensuring fair pay and working conditions for coffee growers. This focus on fair trade not only helps improve the livelihood of farmers but also promotes sustainability by providing them with the necessary resources to maintain environmentally friendly farming practices.\nEnhancing Community and Culture\nSpecialty coffee cultivates a sense of community and fosters a culture of appreciating fine quality. Coffee shops serving specialty coffee often provide a welcoming atmosphere for consumers to not just consume but learn about the coffee. Baristas in these establishments are more than just employees; they are skilled craftsmen who take pride in their brews.\nIn summary, the specialty coffee movement is about more than just superior taste. It’s a holistic approach to coffee that prioritizes quality, sustainability, fair trade, and community. By choosing specialty coffee, consumers support a chain that begins with the farmers who cultivate the beans and ends with the steaming cup of unique flavors that they savor. Specialty coffee is not just a choice; it is a conscious decision to endorse a more ethical and sustainable coffee industry. So, the next time you have your coffee, consider specialty coffee. You’ll be indulging in a richer experience while contributing to a better world.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hopeforpastorswives.com/2017/11/dear-pastors-wife-truth-transplanting/", "date": "2021-07-26T00:40:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046151972.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20210726000859-20210726030859-00243.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9727020859718323, "token_count": 1273, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-31", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__275914879", "lang": "en", "text": "Dear Pastor’s Wife,\nWe’re raking leaves a lot around here. You, too? It seems like as soon as I get a pile raked up, our puppy crashes through it and my work is not as finished as I thought. 🙂\nThe other day as I was raking, my daughter rambled over to our garden. Now, you should know that our garden is long finished in terms of harvesting- except for the fact that when we vacated the soil, our farmer neighbor planted some beautiful collards. Because the collards were safely dwelling under the care of another, I haven’t visited the garden or even looked out my window at it since early August. That’s when the farmer plowed it under and re-tilled it to get the soil ready for the collards.\nSo imagine my surprise when my Tiny Daughter shouted with glee from the garden, “Mommy! Come see!” I looked up from my newly destroyed pile of leaves, and even before she told me what she was so excited about, I saw them: sunflowers. Blooming.\nWait, what?! I walked over to see what this was all about. And I saw small sunflower plants, less than two feet high, scattered around the garden- a second crop blooming. And loaded with more buds- the promise of flowers to come. Walking down the aisle of the garden, I saw a short row of small corn plants, also a second crop. And- an ear of corn that was tasseling! Another thing I noticed was that the collards were weed free. This is the height of unfairness, I say, considering my weeding saga of summertime. But I digress…\nThe thing that struck me was that I had not planted this second crop of corn and sunflowers. Whether it be from birds or from seeds that remained and germinated after the soil was turned- this garden was making a another attempt at producing- and it was from what I had planted.\nWell, my mind immediately went to the parallels in ministry. The soil is your church. You prepare soil, you plant, you weed, you tend, you feed, you water, and you wait expectantly for a harvest. Some of us reap more than others in our ministries. Sometimes it’s a bad year and we work a lot for not much fruit. Sometimes it’s a bad 5 or 10 years. When our time has ended in that particular area, we leave our garden and go to another one that God has ready for us. We don’t look back at the former garden too much, especially not at first.\nJust like the farmer in my case, another pastor comes in and begins to plant in the soil where you worked so hard and long. His plants are beautiful, and it seems the weeds are few. Time goes by. And then-\nSometimes you hear of the death or destruction of some of your plants, or even of the soil itself. But other times you hear of new growth, a blooming where you thought it had ceased. Sure enough, what you planted there is still bringing forth fruit…or maybe, finally bringing forth fruit. For what you do see and hear of, there is much more that will always be hidden.\nYour toil in that soil has not gone unnoticed by the Master Gardener- you can be sure of that.\nBut- yet another strange thing happens during your exit and after you leave that soil and move to new soil. This is called transplanting, and what do you discover but that in your new soil, you have brought some of the old along with you?\nWhen a plant is transplanted, it is always done so with a dirt ball kept around the roots. Never do we shake the roots clean- that would prove fatal to the plants in most cases. Shocking at best. No, we carefully dig up a shovel full of dirt and move it to the new place, forever integrating the old soil with the new, and the new with the old. The old soil is always part of the new place of growth.\nIt is humanly impossible to separate them.\nSo, what if those sunflowers and corn aren’t the only thing still growing after I’m finished in the garden? What if YOU and I are still growing- as a result of that old soil?\nThis rather reminds me of last week’s letter about the value of a permanent marker. But now we are taking it a step further. Not only have we been marked by those people and those places, but we have their lives and that place integrated into the very fabric of our being. When we transplant, we take them with us in the form of eternal lessons and wisdom gained and shaping influences (whether positive or negative- but all for His good and ours, too) that have become a permanent part of us.\nOh friend….when you transplant, don’t shake the dirt off your roots. In fact, maybe gather a little more around them. You’ll need it- more than you know- in order to start growing in the new place. Just as the root bound tendencies of plants long bound in a pot have to be cut to allow it to expand in it’s new environment, your transplant may be a painful one as you tear your roots away from one place and sink them into a new place.\nAnd this is ministry- soil on soil, roots in soil, soil turning, seeds sprouting, leaves shooting, buds blooming, fruit bursting (or not). And repeat.\nFor as long as you both shall live.\n“Those who are planted in the house of the LORD shall flourish in the courts of our God. They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing, To declare that the LORD is upright; He is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him.” Psalm 92:13-15\nThe ways of the Master Gardener are simply magnificent, don’t you think? You can rest in His good ways today.\nA Kindred Spirit", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://thisgardenerslife.wordpress.com/category/vegetables/cucamelon/", "date": "2018-05-26T04:14:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794867309.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20180526033945-20180526053945-00042.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9865351319313049, "token_count": 266, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__59935660", "lang": "en", "text": "I do like to try new fruit and vegetables and as I was browsing the suttons.co.uk seed catalogue earlier this year I came across the James Wong Range and these Cucamelon seeds. I remember seeing these growing in the “wild” where I grew up in Port Orange, Florida. We just thought they were weeds and used pick the little melons and throw them at each other. No one was ever brave enough to eat one, not even on a dare.\nIt’s was probably too late in the year to plant them but I did sow 3 seeds just to see what might happen.\nI don’t even know if we will like them. So far they have required very little maintenance and I now have 3 plants that are covered in little melons. I have high hopes that they will be nice since the plan is to have these to snack on like grapes.\nI planted these on July 30th in pots of compost and placed them in my office window. It’s now October and they are happily growing away. Next year I will start them off earlier and grow them in the polytunnel as well. I hope that some of the melons on the vine will fill out and ripen . I’ll let you know what happens.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://chotakhabari.com/m-s-swaminathan-visionary-agricultural-scientist-and-father-of-indias-green-revolution-passes-away-at-98/", "date": "2023-12-06T15:01:47Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100599.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206130723-20231206160723-00230.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9537491202354431, "token_count": 390, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__20045089", "lang": "en", "text": "Dr. Mankombu Sambasivan Swaminathan, the eminent agricultural scientist renowned as the ‘Father of India’s Green Revolution,’ breathed his last in Chennai at the age of 98. His pioneering work in agriculture, particularly the development of high-yielding crop varieties, has left an indelible mark on India’s farming landscape.\nAgricultural Pioneer Who Nurtured India’s Green Revolution\nDr. Swaminathan commenced his career in 1949 with research on crop genetics, delving into essential crops like wheat, rice, potato, and jute. However, it was during a period of impending famine that his work would become truly transformative. Collaborating with fellow scientist Norman Borlaug and other experts, he played a central role in crafting high-yield crop varieties that sparked the ‘Green Revolution.’ This agricultural transformation significantly increased crop productivity through advanced chemical and biological technologies.\nAwards and Legacy\nDr. Swaminathan’s profound contributions were globally recognized, earning him the World Food Prize in 1987. He later established the MS Swaminathan Research Foundation in Chennai to continue his mission of advancing agricultural research. His illustrious career garnered him numerous honors, including the Ramon Magsaysay Award (1971), the Albert Einstein World Science Award (1986), and India’s prestigious Padma awards. He also held key administrative positions in agricultural research, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to benefit Indian farmers.\nDr. M.S. Swaminathan’s visionary work forever transformed India’s agriculture, ensuring food security and prosperity for countless farmers. As the nation mourns his passing, his legacy endures in the bountiful harvests and thriving agricultural practices that have become synonymous with his name. His life is a testament to the boundless possibilities that science, dedication, and compassion hold for the betterment of society.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.moon-catchin.net/water-plants-through-drip-irrigation/", "date": "2018-05-24T15:27:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794866511.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20180524151157-20180524171157-00188.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9676249623298645, "token_count": 589, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__4189673", "lang": "en", "text": "Watering your plants is an important task that you should do to make sure that your plants survive. There are several ways on how you can effectively and efficiently water your garden and one of them is through drip irrigation. This kind of watering system lets you save on the water that you use as well as your time in manually watering the plants.\nThe drip irrigation is an effective way to direct the water into the area where the roots of your plants are. The water is delivered in such a way that the soil can let it seep through slowly so that there is no water that is wasted through running off or evaporation. With a slow and steady pace of introducing water to the soil, the soil is able to absorb the water more effectively so that the roots of the plants can get to it when needed. The great thing about the drip irrigation system is its ability to target exactly the plant that you want to water. This helps make sure that the water is not wasted on other weeds that may grow near your plants.\nThis kind of system is part of the hozelock options that you can select from. It is made to help even the busiest of gardeners to make sure that their plants are still properly watered even in their absence. With the drip system, gardeners wouldn’t need to haul their hoses or drag their sprinklers into place just to be able to water all their plants. Many of the drip irrigation systems are fully automated. You can set when it should start, how long it waters the plants and the interval between each watering session. For some systems, it is still required to manually start the system but it will automatically turn off after the set time or volume of water used.\nFaster And Better Growth Of Plants\nThe plants that are watered in this way are able to grow more quickly than the others because their need for water is always met. They do not experience any water stress that can cause their growth to stop. With this kind of irrigation, you can also prevent the growth of mildew on the plants because they wouldn’t become wet.\nStarting Your Drip Irrigation System\nThe first step that you need to go through when starting your own drip irrigation system is to determine where to place it or where you want to use it. You can decide to make use of this for just a part of your garden or for your whole garden. You should also take a look at the topography of your garden before starting with it. For flat gardens, it would be easier because you don’t need to adjust or make use of emitters that would help in the changes of the pressure in your system. You have to remember that the roots of your plants will follow where the water is. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you balance or uniformly spread the emitters on different sides of the plants especially if you are watering larger trees or shrubs.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://thesciencesays.wordpress.com/2010/09/21/ethanol-from-willow-trees-%E2%80%93-is-it-worth-it/", "date": "2018-07-22T18:18:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676593438.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20180722174538-20180722194538-00613.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9516026377677917, "token_count": 489, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__4826813", "lang": "en", "text": "The current obsession with ‘carbon neutral’ – in many ways a very good one – has meant that people are very keen to label things carbon neutral when in fact they are nothing of the sort. Biofuels is a prime example. If you look at it simply – you burn a tree and release carbon but, through photosynthesis, it took in that much carbon while it was growing. However, a whole lifecycle analysis is needed to understand how sustainable these crops are. This takes into account emissions from transportation, inputs such as fertiliser, and the disposal of waste products.\nCambridge scientists did this analysis for the production of bioethanol from willow in the UK. Their results showed that bioethanol from willow would produce over 80% less greenhouse gas than burning gasoline from fossil fuels. These savings are much greater than the ‘first-generation biofuels’ that have been grown in the US and come from crops such as corn. They make ethanol from willow seem like an appealing option.\nA major advantage of willow over first-generation biofuels is that it can be grown on marginal land. It even improves the soil quality; willows are coppiced so only replanted every 30 years. The soil isn’t ploughed in this time so any carbon that the tree sequesters in the soil remains there.\nHowever, it’s not yet economically viable. A high capital investment is needed, and the provision of the willows themselves and enzymes needed to make the ethanol are expensive. The study suggests that selective breeding can help change this. The significant genetic diversity of willows can be exploited through breeding to make them even more suitable for biofuels use. For example, a higher ratio of cellulose to lignin would increase the yield of ethanol.\nA.L. Stephenson, P. Dupree, S.A. Scott and J.S. Dennis (2010) The environmental and economic sustainability of potential bioethanol from willow in the UK. Bioresource Technology 101, 9612-9623\nI think this research again highlights the point that has come up in our discussion of GM crops – just because some of the earlier biofuels ideas using food crops turned out to be a bad idea, it doesn’t mean that there’s no potential for biofuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://shop.agrisicilia.eu/en/product/marmalade-organic-bergamot-360-g/", "date": "2024-02-24T18:48:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474544.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224180245-20240224210245-00687.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8909843564033508, "token_count": 266, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__64764759", "lang": "en", "text": "AgriSicilia offers an organic Bergamot Marmalade as good as few, with a citrus flavor and unmistakable smell. This product, enriched with BIO brown sugar, is perfect for a healthy and nutritious breakfast. In addition, it is available in convenient 360-gram jars.\nBergamot is the main ingredient, known for its relaxing scent and positive health effects: this good fruit is rich in vitamins and also has numerous antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.\nOrganic Bergamot Marmalade in Brief\nIngredients: Cane sugar BIO, Bergamot BIO with peels; gelling agent: fruit pectin; acidifier: citric acid.\nFruit used in the product: 45g per 100g.\nNet weight: 360 g.\nStorage: Keep at room temperature. After opening, store the product at temperatures within 4 degrees and consume within 14 days.\nTaste, Appearance and Smell: Intense yellow in color, the citrus note is persistent and fresh and is matched by an unmistakable fragrance.\nSuggestions for use: This organic bergamot marmalade is ideal for breakfast. Also perfect for spreading on bread or rusks, possibly even with a layer of butter to break up the intense flavor.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://homesteadandgarden.co.uk/products/large-6mm-s-hooks", "date": "2021-04-18T17:00:44Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038507477.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20210418163541-20210418193541-00083.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9190868735313416, "token_count": 98, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__31999957", "lang": "en", "text": "Large 6mm S Hooks have now been added to our growing range of handmade products.\nIdeal for the greenhouse, garage, workshops and hanging baskets. We have also supplied retails outlets as a different way to hang items.\nMade from 6mm round steel.\nApproximately 150mm high and 70mm across.\nSteel will rust if not protected.\nAvailable in pack sizes 10,25 & 50s. Other sizes on request.\nWhy not visit our blog.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.bhavyaagro.com/", "date": "2016-09-27T13:55:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738661087.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173741-00246-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9362078905105591, "token_count": 351, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__112096722", "lang": "en", "text": "Bhavya Agro & Steel embraces a broad range of Agro Products. It includes a comprehensive range of tools & essential equipments used boradly in agricultural industry such as Bullock Cart Wheel, Nagar Bhala, Cultivator, Plough, Tiphan, Rotavator and many more. The term 'agro' has came up from the Greek word 'agros' that has defined to its current usage meaning anything related to the 'agricultural' category.\nWe have gained a distinct position as amongst the most preferred agro products manufacturers, traders and suppliers in Maharashtra, India.\nAgro products are the basic necessity to survive life force, the only source of survival for the human life. Not only in India, but the major chunk of the world population is depends on agriculture as their source of survival. An approximate around 36% of the world's population are engaged in agriculture with India's 65% of the population being directly and indirectly connected with this industry. People can avail a huge variety of agro products as per the emerging trend of modern industry.\nOur Nagpur based sound infrastructural facilities and immense experience facilitate us in offering our clients with an unmatched quality agro products range that can also be availed with tailor made facilities at market reputed agro products manufacturer and supplier unit in Maharashtra, India. We design and develop our range of agro products using high-tech tools and equipments that allow us to cater the customer's specific requirements within the stipulated time frame. As a prompt growing agro products manufacturer, we are empowered with the industrial experts professionals and sound infrastructural facilities that ensures our complete range is adhering to industrial norms and quality standards.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.yncyapi.com/", "date": "2023-09-23T20:31:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506528.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20230923194908-20230923224908-00753.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9349414110183716, "token_count": 1584, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__7740392", "lang": "en", "text": "Omaha, Nebraska, with its beautiful green landscapes and diverse flora, is a city that prides itself on its well-maintained lawns and gardens. A key component of keeping these landscapes lush and vibrant is an efficient lawn sprinkler system. However, as winter approaches, it becomes crucial to winterize your irrigation system to prevent costly damage. Hiring a professional lawn sprinkler system contractor in Omaha is essential to ensure that your irrigation system is properly prepared for the cold months ahead. In this article, we will delve into the reasons why hiring a contractor is crucial for winterizing your irrigation system in Omaha.\nWinterizing your irrigation system is crucial to prevent any damage that can occur during the winter months. By taking the necessary steps to prepare your system for the cold weather, you will ensure efficient watering, extend the lifespan of your system, and prevent costly repairs. Efficient watering is one of the key benefits of winterizing your irrigation system. When you properly shut down your sprinkler system for the winter, you prevent water from freezing in the pipes and valves. This means that when spring arrives and it's time to start using your irrigation system again, it will be in optimal condition to deliver water efficiently to your lawn and plants. By avoiding frozen pipes or damaged valves, you won't waste water or experience uneven watering.\nAnother advantage of winterizing is that it helps extend the lifespan of your irrigation system. Freezing temperatures can cause significant damage to pipes, valves, and other components if they are not properly protected. By draining all water from the system and blowing out any remaining moisture with compressed air, you eliminate any risk of frozen or burst pipes. This proactive measure ensures that when warmer weather returns, you won't face expensive repairs or replacements. Lastly, winterizing prevents costly repairs. Water freezing inside an unprepared irrigation system can lead to cracks or leaks in pipes and valves. Fixing these issues can be costly as it may involve digging up parts of your yard or replacing entire sections of piping.\nBy investing in a professional lawn sprinkler system contractor who specializes in winterization, you can avoid these unnecessary expenses. In conclusion, don't overlook the importance of winterizing your irrigation system. It ensures efficient watering by preventing frozen pipes and valves while extending the lifespan of your equipment. Additionally, by taking this proactive step before winter hits, you'll save yourself from potentially costly repairs down the line. So make sure to hire a reputable lawn sprinkler system contractor who can expertly winterize your irrigation system in Omaha\nDon't neglect winterization or you may face potential risks with your irrigation system in Omaha. Neglecting winterization can lead to a multitude of problems and costly repairs down the line. One major risk is frozen pipes. When water freezes inside your irrigation pipes, it expands and can cause them to burst. This can result in water leaks and significant damage to your system. Another risk of neglecting winterization is damage to sprinkler heads. If water is left inside the sprinkler heads during freezing temperatures, it can freeze and expand, causing the heads to crack or break. This will not only affect the efficiency of your system but also require expensive replacements. Furthermore, failing to winterize your irrigation system can lead to problems with the backflow preventer.\nWater left inside this device during freezing temperatures can cause it to crack or burst, compromising its functionality and potentially contaminating your drinking water supply. By neglecting winterization, you are also risking damage to valves and control systems within your irrigation system. Freezing temperatures can cause these components to malfunction or seize up completely, resulting in costly repairs or replacements. To avoid these risks, it is crucial to hire a lawn sprinkler system contractor who specializes in winterizing irrigation systems in Omaha. They have the expertise and knowledge needed to properly prepare your system for the cold weather ahead, ensuring its longevity and optimal performance for years to come.\nMake sure you take advantage of the benefits by entrusting an expert to prepare your irrigation system for the winter months. Hiring a lawn sprinkler system contractor offers cost-effective solutions, expert advice, and time-saving techniques. Firstly, a professional contractor can provide cost-effective solutions when it comes to winterizing your irrigation system. They have the knowledge and experience to identify any potential issues that may arise during the colder months. By addressing these problems early on, they can save you from costly repairs down the line.\nAdditionally, they can recommend energy-efficient upgrades or adjustments that will help reduce water usage and save you money in the long run. Secondly, hiring a lawn sprinkler system contractor gives you access to their expertise and advice. They are well-versed in all aspects of irrigation systems and know exactly what needs to be done to ensure proper winterization. With their guidance, you can rest assured that your system will be protected from freezing temperatures and other weather-related damage.\nLastly, by entrusting an expert with this task, you can save valuable time. Winterizing an irrigation system requires thorough preparation and meticulous attention to detail. A professional contractor has the necessary tools and techniques to efficiently complete this process without any hassle on your part. Hiring a lawn sprinkler system contractor provides cost-effective solutions, expert advice, and time-saving techniques when it comes to winterizing your irrigation system. Don't miss out on these benefits, let an expert handle this important task for you.\nOne of the first steps involved in preparing your irrigation system for winter is draining all water from the pipes and sprinkler heads. This is crucial because any remaining water can freeze, expand, and cause damage to your system. Hiring a lawn sprinkler system contractor ensures that this step is done correctly and thoroughly. When it comes to winterizing your irrigation system, the cost of professional winterization may seem like an additional expense. However, compared to the potential costs of repairing or replacing damaged pipes and sprinkler heads due to improper winterization, hiring a contractor is a wise investment. While some homeowners opt for DIY winterization, there are common mistakes that can easily be made without proper knowledge and experience.\nThese mistakes include not fully draining the water from the system or forgetting to insulate exposed pipes. By hiring a professional contractor, you can avoid these pitfalls and ensure that your irrigation system is properly protected during the cold winter months. In addition to avoiding costly mistakes, a lawn sprinkler system contractor will also provide you with valuable tips on how to maintain your system throughout the winter season. They have extensive knowledge of best practices and can offer advice on preventing freezing issues and properly thawing out your system when spring arrives. By hiring a lawn sprinkler system contractor for winterizing your irrigation system in Omaha, you can save time, and money, and avoid potential damage caused by improper winterization techniques.\nIf you are in need of \"irrigation system winterization near me\" there's no one better to trust than Millard Sprinkler. As a leading professional contractor specializing in irrigation system winterization, they bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With Toronto's unpredictable weather patterns, it's crucial to protect your investment by properly winterizing your irrigation system, and Millard Sprinkler is there to make that process seamless and worry-free. Millard Sprinkler's team of skilled technicians is well-versed in the unique needs of Toronto's climate. They will carefully inspect your irrigation system, drain all water to prevent freezing, and ensure that all components are safeguarded against winter's harsh conditions. With their top-notch service, you can have peace of mind knowing that your irrigation system will be in optimal condition when spring arrives. Contact Millard Sprinkler today and take the proactive step towards protecting your irrigation system from the rigours of Toronto's winter, ensuring a lush and healthy landscape all year round.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.polemics-magazine.com/tech-env/skyward-symphony-the-melody-of-vertical-farming", "date": "2024-03-02T09:18:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475806.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302084508-20240302114508-00745.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9329431653022766, "token_count": 1393, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__35828796", "lang": "en", "text": "The increasing uncertainty of our contemporary world may be attributed to a multitude of factors, including conflicts, natural catastrophes, escalating costs, population growth, and climate change. These challenges have significant implications for agricultural practices throughout many regions of the globe. The COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent pandemic is an additional reason that warrants consideration. This global health crisis has prompted authorities and corporations across the globe to critically assess the existing gaps in the production and distribution of food supplies. Based on the 2021 assessment of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), it is evident that the decade spanning from 2010 to 2020 was characterized by a significant level of turbulence.\nAs the global population approaches 9 billion by 2050, 70% of the populace is projected to reside in urban areas. This alteration, in conjunction with a shifting climate, unforeseeable conflicts will place pressure on the planet’s resources, particularly the food supply chain. The issue of food security and supply is becoming increasingly prominent, and it is pertinent to assess the feasibility of supplying urban areas with produce in an energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable manner. Abandoned warehouses in our cities, newly constructed structures on environmentally degraded land, or even used shipping containers from ocean transports could provide a solution to our need for additional space in the form of vertical farming.\nVertical farming is a method of agriculture in which artificial illumination and support apparatus are installed in plant factories. Crop cultivation takes place in a controlled environment through the use of aeroponic, hydroponic, aquaponic, and climatic regulation systems. The utilization of an artificial environment ensures the effective production of fruits and vegetables, leading to the development of superior products with reduced environmental damage. The technology enables the cultivation of plants vertically, in contrast to the conventional horizontal farming approach that encompasses expansive land areas.\nVertical farms predominantly employ hydroponics, a method of cultivation that entails the use of nutrient solutions devoid of soil. In order to ensure that the correct chemical composition is maintained, the nutrient solution in which the plant roots are submerged is frequently monitored and circulated. Typically, the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) is employed to cultivate short-lived plants, including verdant vegetables, as it is a true hydroponics system. NFT systems ensure that roots remain saturated without becoming drenched by subjecting them to a continuous, shallow discharge of nutrient solution. A centralized reservoir pumps the nutrient solution into the slightly inclined growing channels, where it passes over the plant’s roots before draining back into the reservoir. Nutrient concentrations, pH, and aeration can be effortlessly managed by contemporary automated dispensing systems.\nCombining fish and plants within the same ecosystem, aquaponic systems surpass hydroponic systems. Vertical farms utilize nutrient-rich detritus generated from the cultivation of fish in indoor reservoirs as plant food. In turn, the vegetation filters and purifies the effluent before returning it to the fish reservoirs for recycling. While aquaponics is employed in vertical farming systems on a lesser scale, the vast majority of commercial vertical farm systems utilize aquaponics to cultivate a limited selection of fast-growing vegetable crops. Optimization of efficiency is achieved by simplifying economic and production concerns. New standardized aquaponic systems, on the other hand, may contribute to the increased popularity of this closed-cycle system. Another method of vertical farming is the aeroponic system. NASA, interested in developing efficient methods to cultivate plants in space, coined the term “aeroponics” in the 1990s to describe the process of “growing plants in an air/mist environment with minimal water and no soil.” Despite being an anomaly in the world of vertical cultivation, aeroponics systems are generating considerable interest. Vertical farms utilize aeroponic systems for plant growth because they consume up to 90 percent less water than even the most efficient hydroponic systems. Furthermore, research has demonstrated that plants cultivated using this aeroponic system acquire greater quantities of minerals and vitamins, potentially enhancing their overall health and nutritional value. AeroFarms, the preeminent provider of aeroponics vertical farming in the United States, is presently constructing the country’s largest vertical farm in New Jersey.\nVertical farming provides numerous environmental advantages, including the prevention of urban heat islands and the improvement of climate conditions; protection of crops from pesticides, climate change, and weather-related catastrophes; water purification; promotion of sustainability; conservation of natural resources; air quality optimization; and the establishment of an environment that is conducive to biodiversity. Social benefits include the provision of employment opportunities, the enhancement of food production capabilities, and the guarantee of access to organic and nutritious commodities.\nTo increase the efficiency of vertical farming and reduce its environmental impact, AI and IoT have been integrated into the agricultural system. Sensors are utilized by the system to gather data on plant physiology and growth within a controlled agricultural environment. Subsequently, artificial intelligence algorithms are applied to this data in order to monitor plant development through resource optimization. Vertical agricultural systems have already adopted and implemented IoT, and in recent years, AI has been integrated with IoT to monitor plant growth. The utilization of AI techniques offers several advantages, including the eradication of the unpredictability linked to human judgment regarding plant health and the more precise allocation of resources, thereby mitigating pollution and waste associated with production.\nAlthough the benefits seem rewarding there are also downsides. Due to the limited availability of natural light within structures, vertical farms rely on artificial illumination, frequently supplied by LEDs. This situation is analogous to that of greenhouse farming. However, it is imperative to contemplate this additional expense. For instance, the implementation of a vertical approach in the agriculture sector of the United States would necessitate eight times the amount of electricity produced annually by all power facilities in the country for illumination purposes. An issue that is intricately connected to illumination is the temperature it generates. Lighting devices generate heat in excess of their lumen output, which could disrupt or interfere with the air conditioning system, particularly during the summer. Humidity regulation and air conditioning, both of which are energy-intensive and necessitate careful oversight, are additional critical factors for promoting healthy plant development indoors.\nNotwithstanding the substantial energy expenditure associated with operating the vertical farm system, the recent advancements in renewable energy technologies, such as photovoltaics, wind, and pumped-storage hydroelectricity, present remarkable prospects. Not only because on a larger scale they might open doors for cheaper electricity but also because of their location. Since they are mostly located in areas unfit for agriculture, even a small fraction of their generating capacity might be used for the purpose of a VF. Therefore, more research and development are imperative to achieve a break-even point and then success in feeding the urban jungle.\nWritten by Binnu Jacob Eapen, Edited by Navina Hasper\nPhoto Credit: Dossier", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lgo.idaho.gov/pressrelease/opinion-this-harvest-season-thank-an-idaho-farmer/", "date": "2023-12-01T10:39:09Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100286.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201084429-20231201114429-00056.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9567317962646484, "token_count": 884, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__63039169", "lang": "en", "text": "OPINION: This Harvest Season, Thank an Idaho FarmerWednesday September 27, 2023\nFall is a season of transition.\nThe summer heat and longer days start to fade, and the crisp air and changing leaves begin to arrive. The kids are back in school, football is back on weekends, and the holiday season is right around the corner.\nWhile all of this is true, to me, fall also means the start of another endeavor: harvest season.\nIdaho has been, currently is, and will always be an agriculture state. It is what we are known for. Ask anyone what they think of when they think of Idaho – more than likely their first response will be potatoes. This is understandable, as each year Idaho grows roughly 14 billion pounds of potatoes, enough to earn us the #1 spot for potato production in the country.\nBut contrary to popular belief, Idaho is also a top contributor of more than just potatoes. Idaho is:\n- Ranked #1 in barley, peppermint, and alfalfa hay production.\n- The 2nd largest grower of sugar beets and hops.\n- The 3rd largest producer of milk and cheese.\n- Ranked 4th in the production of onions, peas, spring wheat, and lentils.\nThe Gem State ranks in the top ten in the nation for 30 different agriculture commodities. Our farmers are the top exporters of many products that Americans rely on. The Idaho potato is world-famous for a reason – our potato farmers help feed the world.\nIt’s also important to note that unlike many of the traditional farm states in the Midwest, most of Idaho’s farms are not owned by a single entity. Idaho is home to nearly 25,000 individual farms and ranches. I am among that number – as a fourth-generation cattle rancher, my family is still running our cattle ranch in Oakley that was first established in the 1800’s by my great-grandfather.\nOur mom-and-pop operations are the backbone of our agriculture industry; they have a direct or indirect effect in nearly every avenue, from our state economy to our everyday way of life. Idaho’s farming operations equate to more than 11.5 million acres of Idaho land that is used to raise cattle and grow crops for our country. These acres make an impact – 18% of Idaho’s total economic output is from agribusiness alone.\nIdaho’s ag industry is only getting better. Last year, Idaho’s net farm income was estimated to be more than $3 billion – a 56% increase from 2021 and the highest net income Idaho has seen in recorded history. 2022 also saw the highest milk revenues ever at $4.2 billion, as well as cattle revenues, which came in at $1.9 billion.\nWe depend on our farmers and ranchers for more than food, too. One out of every eight jobs in Idaho is related to agriculture, whether it’s direct or indirect, one out of every six dollars in sales in our state was related to agriculture.\nThe importance of agriculture in Idaho cannot be overstated. Our farmers work hard year-round, from sunup to sundown, to feed our growing population. Idaho’s elected leaders understand the value of our farmers. Idaho continues to be proactive in supporting programs that improve the quality of our soil, water, and air, to ensure a sustainable, resilient, and economically viable agricultural system.\nIdaho has been discovered. There are people moving to the Gem State every day who like the way we live and want to be a part of it. But what we all must keep in mind is that while growth is necessary, so is maintaining a viable industry and a historic part of Idaho’s identity. Our farm acres should be respected for the bounty they provide. We need our farmers and ranchers – the world needs Idaho ag producers.\nSo, this harvest season, let’s keep our agribusinesses in mind. Next time you gather friends and family for a backyard barbecue, thank an Idaho rancher. Next time you’re pouring your kids a glass of milk, thank an Idaho dairyman. Next time you’re enjoying a hot, fresh French fry – thank an Idaho farmer.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://marshfieldcricketclub.co.uk/index.php/news/1666-attention-dog-walkers", "date": "2021-06-25T09:25:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487630081.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20210625085140-20210625115140-00009.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9637757539749146, "token_count": 122, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-25", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__69778728", "lang": "en", "text": "ATTENTION DOG WALKERS\nAT THE CRICKET CLUB\nDuring October please could you keep your dog on a lead and keep to the perimeter of the ground and off the outfield (within the stakes around boundary) as far as possible.\nThe Cricket Club has undertaken long overdue reseeding works to improve the quality of the outfield and we need to give the new grass the best chance of establishing itself over the next few weeks.\nThanks very much for your understanding. We’ll lift the restrictions as soon as we’re able.\nMARSHFIELD CRICKET CLUB", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://puro.co.nz/about/", "date": "2021-05-14T17:39:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991428.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20210514152803-20210514182803-00127.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.949258029460907, "token_count": 367, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__141198871", "lang": "en", "text": "Puro is New Zealand's largest cultivator of premium medical cannabis, dedicated to growing sustainably and organically under the pure New Zealand sun.\nPuro has two premium growing sites in Marlborough - with high-CBD and CBG medical cannabis grown under organic protocols at our Kēkerengū site and high-THC plants growing at our research centre in Waihopai.\nWe have constructed New Zealand's largest medical cannabis drying facility and, pending organic certification, expect to be one of only a few accredited large-scale organic growers worldwide.\nPuro is a specialist contract grower, our niche is cultivation, seed production and cannabis genetic breeding and research. We sell pharmaceutical grade cannabis to extraction partners and GMP manufacturers in NZ and globally.\nPuro’s two cultivation facilities are located Marlborough New Zealand, producing full spectrum indoor manicured THC and CBD flower, and outdoor CBD and CBG flower and biomass for medicines manufacture.\nPuro handpicked its sites for the high sunshine hours and intense UV ratings that the region offers.\nPuro has assembled a formidable and diverse team with expertise in business, finance, governance, farming, organics and cannabis cultivation.\nWe are backed by an internationally experienced agronomy team, with global experts on cannabis cultivation at our side.\nOver the last two years Puro has built a solid foundation for future growth and success. We are proud of our team and our achievements to date.\nSustainability, integrity and excellence is at the core of everything we do.\nPuro is focused on developing a workplace culture that encourages teamwork and the achievement of excellence. The acronym ‘ARTIST’ was developed by our team to capture our culture, values. It is who we are and what we stand for.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.antiscoopwhoop.com/innovative-vertical-farm-concept-can-end-hunger-african-regions/", "date": "2018-09-20T21:10:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267156613.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20180920195131-20180920215531-00411.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9563487768173218, "token_count": 293, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-39__0__148044396", "lang": "en", "text": "Not too long ago, we came across concepts of vertical gardens to cover the pillars of flyovers and metros in a city to cover up for the dearth of open spaces and the drastic reduction in the natural landscape. Now, a novel idea takes this concept further, which could prove to be a ‘Green Revolution’ of the 21st century – Vertical Agriculture\neVolo, a magazine that holds competitions to invite path-breaking skyscraper concepts, announced the Mashambas skyscraper as the winner. Mashambas is a Swahili word that means ‘cultivated’. It is a vertical farm that can feed an entire town in the sub-Saharan Africa!\nThis farm can also be disassembled to shift to a newer locations as per requirement! Pawel Lipiński and Mateusz Frankowski, the Polish architects have designed the farm where crops would be grown on its upper floors and will have the provisions to store seeds and fertilizers.\nThe remaining floors would have kindergarten classrooms, a doctor’s room, and a docking port for drones that would be used to transport food from the farm to far-off regions. The ground floor will open its doors to an open-air market, where farmers will sell their produce. This project, which one from over 4000 entries, is yet to be executed, and is touted to be the next big reformation to end starvation in many African regions.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.thewilsonrealtygroup.com/property/ca/92301/el-mirage/elmg-el-mirage/3065-el-mirage/60e535dd5d3c0bb364546707/", "date": "2021-10-21T05:04:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585381.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20211021040342-20211021070342-00426.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9743117094039917, "token_count": 230, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__162137420", "lang": "en", "text": "This is a very nice piece of land in an excellent location! It is ready to be worked and put to good use. It is on a high traffic area The Profile shows use as Resid-Vacant Land. Although, the Seller says it is in an approved Hemp growing area. Buyers to do their own due diligence to ensure zoning & best use. The 1.96 acre parcel is completely fenced and gated. A land surveyor was paid to confirm the corners of the property before putting up the new fence and gates. It has electricty, 220V with a 200 Amp Panel. It also has a New well pump located inside a New shed for the New water well. The well is 160 ft deep and yields approx. 13 gallons per minute. The water is good for irrigation and for animals, but not potable for human consumption. There are some nice homes nearby and just across the street is a dairy farm. Other farmers in the arear are growers. Please Note: The tanks on the property are not included, but seller is willing to negotiate a price for them if buyer is interested in the tanks.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://university.segi.edu.my/segis-engineering-architecture-students-won-6th-place-out-of-10-at-the-iposc-2022-infographic-competition/", "date": "2024-02-22T20:58:26Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473824.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222193722-20240222223722-00614.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9028050303459167, "token_count": 194, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__15122823", "lang": "en", "text": "SEGi’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Information Technology’s team won the 6th place out of 10 at the International Palm Oil Sustainability Conference (IPOSC) 2022 Infographic Competition.\nThe organiser of the competition IChemE’s Palm Oil Processing Special Interest Group (POPSIG) received a total of 89 submissions with 192 students participated across 38 departments from 30 universities. The SEGi team consists of Tengku Regina Marsya Binti Tengku Murad, Eshwarr G Sivakumar and Tan Wai Hong.\nBased on the competition theme, the team created a poster highlighting how technological advancement in the palm oil industry not only improves productivity but also satisfies the needs of the present population and contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).\nCongratulations to the team! Well done! The award presentation was held on 13 September 2022 at InterContinental Hotel Kuala Lumpur.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://bse.unl.edu/faculty/derek-heeren", "date": "2023-10-04T00:11:49Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511284.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003224357-20231004014357-00250.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7962258458137512, "token_count": 1527, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__129094453", "lang": "en", "text": "East Campus (Lincoln)\n239 L.W. Chase Hall\n- Heeren Research Website\n- Educational Programs in Irrigation\n- Department of Biological Systems Engineering\n- Water for Food Global Institute\n- Irrigation Innovation Consortium\nAssociate Professor and Irrigation Engineer\nWater for Food Global Institute Faculty Fellow\nWater for Food Global Institute Faculty Fellow\n- Ph.D., Biosystems Engineering, Oklahoma State University, 2012\n- M.S., Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, South Dakota State University, 2008\n- B.S., Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, South Dakota State University, 2004\n- Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Oklahoma\n• Ph.D., P.E.\n- 58% Research\n- 40% Teaching\n- 2% Service\nCurriculum Vitae (CV):Heeren CV July 2023.pdf\nAreas of Research and Professional Interest\n- Irrigation engineering and management\n- Sprinkler and variable rate irrigation systems\n- Irrigation management based on remote sensing\n- Nitrate leaching to groundwater\n- International irrigation development\n- Agricultural systems technology (new major!)\n- Irrigation systems management\n- Agricultural engineering\n- Irrigation and water resources engineering\nAbout Derek Heeren\nThe objective of Dr. Heeren's teaching program is to prepare students to be wise managers of irrigation, water resources, and agricultural systems. He teaches courses in agricultural systems technology and agricultural engineering, advises undergraduate and graduate students, and is coadvisor for the Agricultural Systems Technology Club. Students working with Derek get hands-on experience with irrigation technology while working with industry partners. Derek recently published a textbook on Irrigation Systems Management, available at https://asabe.org/ism. He also has various leadership roles in ASABE and is the Irrigation and Agricultural Water Management (IAWM) Education Coordinator for the Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute (DWFI). For information on Derek's research, visit his research website at https://heeren.unl.edu/. Before starting graduate school, Derek spent two years working at a civil engineering firm in the St. Louis, Missouri, area. He grew up on a farm in southeastern South Dakota and developed an interest in conserving natural resources while participating in FFA land judging and natural resources competitions. He is married to Amber and has four children (ages 13 to 19).\nHonors and Awards\n- Heermann Sprinkler Irrigation Award. 2023. Amercian Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.\n- A. W. Farrall Young Educator Award. 2018. Amercian Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.\n- Distinguished Alumnus Award. 2017. Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, South Dakota State University.\n- ASABE Superior Paper Award. 2016. For the refereed journal article: Heeren, D. M., G. A. Fox, and D. E. Storm. Heterogeneity of infiltration rates in alluvial floodplains as measured with a berm infiltration technique.\nSelected Journal Articles:\n- Bhatti, S., Heeren, D. M., O'Shaughnessy, S. A., Neale, C. M. U., LaRue, J. L., Melvin, S. R., Wilkening, E. J., & Bai, G. 2023. Toward automated irrigation management with integrated crop water stress index and spatial soil water balance. Precision Agriculture. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11119-023-10038-4\n- Bhatti, S., Heeren, D. M., Evett, S. R., O’Shaughnessy, S. A., Neale, C. M. U., Rudnick, D. R., Franz, T. E., & Ge, Y. 2022. Crop response to thermal stress without yield loss in irrigated maize and soybean in Nebraska. Agricultural Water Management 274. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agwat.2022.107946\n- Bhatti, S., D. M. Heeren, S. A. O’Shaughnessy, S. R. Evett, M. S. Maguire, S. P. Kashyap, and C. M. U. Neale. 2022. Comparison of stationary and mobile canopy sensing systems for irrigation management of maize and soybean in Nebraska. Applied Engineering in Agriculture 38(2): 331-342. https://doi.org/10.13031/aea.14945\n- Singh, J., Y. Ge, D. M. Heeren, E. Walter-Shae, C. M. U. Neale, S. Irmak, and M. S. Maguire. 2022. Unmanned aerial system-based data ferrying over a sensor node station network in maize. Sensors 22: 1863. https://doi.org/10.3390/s22051863\n- Singh, J., D. M. Heeren, D. R. Rudnick, W. E. Woldt, G. Bai, Y. Ge, and J. D. Luck. 2020. Soil structure and texture effects on the precision of soil water content measurements with a capacitance-based electromagnetic sensor. Transactions of the ASABE 63(1): 141-152. https://doi.org/10.13031/trans.13496\n- Evett, S. R., P. D. Colaizzi, F. R. Lamm, S. A. O’Shaughnessy, D. M. Heeren, T. J. Trout, W. L. Kranz, and X. Lin. 2020. Past, present and future of irrigation on the U.S. Great Plains. Transactions of the ASABE 63(3): 703-729. https://doi.org/10.13031/trans.13620\n- Chavez, J. L., A. F. Torres-Rua, W. E. Woldt, H. Zhang, C. Robertson, G. W. Marek, D. Wang, D. M. Heeren, S. Taghvaeian, and C. M. U. Neale 2020. A decade of unmanned aerial systems in irrigated agriculture in the Western U.S. Applied Engineering in Agriculture 36(4): 423-436. https://doi.org/10.13031/aea.13941\n- Barker, J. B., C. M. U. Neale, D. M. Heeren, and A. E. Suyker. 2018. Evaluation of a hybrid reflectance-based crop coefficient and energy balance evapotranspiration model for irrigation management. Transactions of the ASABE 61(2): 533-548. https://doi.org/10.13031/trans.12311", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://etrish.wordpress.com/", "date": "2017-04-30T09:00:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917124478.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031204-00577-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9663885831832886, "token_count": 791, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__155255288", "lang": "en", "text": "It rained last week. A LOT. In fact, all told the garden got about two inches of rain in four days after a three week dry spell. And while I’m very very thankful for the rain, it did come at a rather tricky time of trying to get the greens planted and ready for the fall u-pick-it business. But nothing can be done about planting until the soil dries out a bit and can be worked. With the high clay content that we have in our garden, trying to work the soil while it’s wet only results in bricks.\nAs a result, the past few days in the garden I have been doing what things could be accomplished while I wait for the sun and the wind to dry out the earth. Tony helped me to put out stakes for the peppers, and other than that, I’ve weeded.\nAnd weeded some more.\nThe odd thing about it is that I really enjoy weeding after a rainfall. The work is quick and light, and the weeds, which had seemed so indomitable prior to the rain, are now uprooted easily with a twist and a firm tug. It’s gratifying work to pull the weeds before they have a chance to set seed. You can see the progress as you go down the rows, and, once the row is complete, the peppers stand out proudly and grow much stronger without having to compete with the weeds for nutrients.\nWeeding, while still a gardening necessity, is spiritually and aesthetically pleasing to me, and I always fall deeply into contemplation when working alone in the garden, pulling weeds.\nOf course, as I mentioned previously, weeding after a soaking rainfall is much more productive than weeding during a dry spell. When the soil is hard and dry, the weeds break off in your hands, while the roots stay below the surface. Most weeds will then just send out runners and rhizomes , and where once there may have been one weed, now there are multiple weeds in its place. Weeding in the dry, hard clay of Georgia is frustrating and futile.\nThe difference is the rain.\nThe weeds are the same. The particles of soil are the same. The action of the gardener is the same, but the rain makes the outcome so very different. It is only AFTER the soaking rainfall that the weeds can be pulled easily, and in the act of that pulling, the soil is aerated as effectively as if it were freshly tilled, allowing the plant to grow even stronger.\nIt’s the rain that makes the difference.\nWhen the days are sunny and bright, without rainfall, it’s as though everything is perfect, but moment by moment, in the midst of all that seeming peace and perfection, the earth is getting baked harder and harder. My soul can be like that. Too much ease, too much brilliant sunlight, and the weeds begin to set in. Laziness, pride, complacency, self-indulgence and envy, all these weeds take hold at the slightest opportunity and flourish, digging in with tiny, powerful roots. I see them, and can’t help but think, “nah, it’s hard to pull them now. They’ll just break,” before leaving them to grow another day.\nBut just before the weeds completely overtake me, God always sends the rain. He knows that rain in my life – hardship, sadness, loss, and fear – is often what I need most to soften the hardened clay of my soul. When the rain has finally stopped my momentum, when the rain makes any other task seem impossible, the only task left is to weed.\nSometimes it takes a great deal rain for me to stop and attend to the weeds in my garden, but when I do, the reward is often profound.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://michronicleonline.com/2012/09/10/snyder-usda-designates-michigan-as-natural-disaster-area-for-heat-and-drought-conditions/", "date": "2016-08-27T13:24:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-36/segments/1471982911825.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20160823200831-00037-ip-10-153-172-175.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9499809741973877, "token_count": 418, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-36", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-36__0__80182053", "lang": "en", "text": "Governor Rick Snyder has announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated all 83 counties in Michigan as primary natural disaster areas for drought and excessive heat conditions that began in March and is ongoing.\n“The federal designation will aid Michigan’s farmers for crop losses due to the ongoing heat and drought conditions,” said Snyder. “This disaster designation ensures our farmers and producers have access to additional federal resources to overcome Mother Nature’s challenges.”\nThe counties designated by USDA as natural disaster or contiguous disaster areas means that qualified farm operators are eligible for low interest emergency (EM) loans from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), provided eligibility requirements are met.\n“Although we are still determining the full extent of the damage, this year’s extreme weather conditions have caused significant crop losses for Michigan’s farmers,” said Jamie Clover Adams, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director. “Additionally, hay production has been impacted across the state which may greatly affect our livestock industry. This federal designation provides much needed aid to Michigan’s farmers and producers to overcome the weather related challenges.”\nFarmers in eligible counties have eight months from the date of the declaration to apply for loans to help cover part of their actual losses. FSA will consider each loan application on its own merits, taking into account the extent of losses, security available and repayment ability. FSA has a variety of programs, in addition to the EM loan program, to help eligible farmers recover from adversity.\nIn order for Michigan to receive federal disaster status, the original crop loss estimates must be verified from harvest yield data. If losses of 30 percent or more are confirmed, and the disaster request is granted, eligible state producers will have access to USDA-FSA’s low-interest emergency loan program for up to 100 percent of their weather-related agriculture production losses. USDA-FSA is the agency responsible for compiling the official crop loss statistics and administering the federal emergency farm loan programs.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ehomeware.co.uk/canna-50l-coco-professional-plus-bag", "date": "2018-05-27T05:13:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794868003.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20180527044401-20180527064401-00577.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.909807562828064, "token_count": 434, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__101546457", "lang": "en", "text": "Canna 50L Coco Professional Plus Bag\nCanna 50L Coco Professional Plus Bag - Review\nReview summary for Canna 50L Coco Professional Plus Bag | The average user rating for this product is 4 out of 5 stars based on 130 reviews\nCanna 50L Coco Professional Plus Bag was reviewed by 130 consumers, first review recorded at 2016-04-23 while most recent review was published at 2018-05-27 00:18:18. 87% of Canna 50L Coco Professional Plus Bag customers would probably recommend their friend to purchase the product.\nManufacturer DescriptionCANNA Coco Professional Plus consists of 100% coco flakes. Specially selected prime Indian coconuts form the base for CANNA Coco Professional Plus. Not touching the outdoor ground in the complete production process ensures the end product is free of weeds or soil diseases. Washed in fresh water means no salts are present. This makes it the best growing medium of the future. The production process is subject to strict quality controls so we can vouch for this product's quality. CANNA Coco Professional Plus carries the strictest R.H.P. quality mark. Actually, the quality of this product goes well beyond the R.H.P. standard. In short, the R.H.P. quality mark means that the product is free of weeds. The R.H.P. inspection is not limited to the finished product but covers the sourcing and processing of raw materials all the way to the bag. CANNA's buffering process allows us to 'pre-program' the medium to a certain age. This ensures you get the same consistent, high quality material time after time.\n- High quality, cleaned and pre-treated coco coir ideal for pot culture or other bulk uses\n- Very easy-to-use and gives great results\n- A pure, organic product with a homogeneous structure and has had a full buffering, eliminating the side effects of growing on coir\n- Free of harmful viruses and soil diseases, thanks to CANNA's unique production process\n- Complex water/air system that that provides the ideal conditions for growing plants", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.thecitycook.com/articles/2008-04-17-community-supported-agriculture-in-a-city-kitchen", "date": "2022-01-29T13:43:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320306181.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20220129122405-20220129152405-00309.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9712870121002197, "token_count": 1525, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__80004480", "lang": "en", "text": "Community Supported Agriculture in a City Kitchen\nAdopt a Local Farm and Eat Well\nCSA, which stands for Community Supported Agriculture, makes it possible for us to have a direct relationship with a local farmer. We want locally grown, safe food. Farmers who grow edible food -- not thousands of acres of Fritos-bound wheat fields -- want and need stable markets for their crops.\nCSA matches us up.\nIf CSA sounds bureaucratic and jargon-y, instead think of it as having your own personal organic produce coop in your neighborhood. For about $15 to $20 a week, you can buy fresh from the farm vegetables (no cliché -- for once this is true), enough for a small family. If you have a larger family, you can sign up for more. Smaller? Some CSAs let you buy less. The model is simple, brilliant and authentic.\nHow CSA Works\nA CSA is a not-for-profit organization that serves as a matchmaker or broker to make it possible for individual consumers to order and pay for -- in advance -- a season's worth of produce. In exchange, a small, family farm knows it has a reliable market and it gets some income ahead of the harvest, helping the farmers plant crops for the year. You, the consumer, buy a share in the coming season, which usually results in enough produce for two persons for one week. You know the farm in which you're investing and where your food will come from and you receive the produce -- almost always organic -- right after it's been harvested.\nThe concept of CSA began in Switzerland and Japan in the 1960's and the idea gradually took hold throughout Europe, coming to the U.S. in the 1980's. There are now more than 400 CSA farms located across the U.S. where you'd expect them to be: near clusters of small and family-owned farms and communities that have the education, awareness and financial resources to purchase CSA shares. That means most of them are in the Northeast, California and the upper Midwest.\nBut this is no urban luxury item. In New York, many of the CSAs work with local community groups to bring this wonderful locally grown food to those with lower incomes, making good food truly affordable. Its two-part goal is simple: keep farming viable and help people eat better.\nEach CSA is different in its terms and arrangements. Some offer what are called \"family shares,\" \"half shares,\" and \"individual shares.\" Others have simpler options. Some let you pay by credit card. A few have fancy web sites. All require some of your time volunteered to help run the distribution.\nOnce a week your farm delivers produce, and sometimes also eggs, poultry, meat, dairy products, honey and other organic items, to a depot-like location where member volunteers distribute the food and the CSA members pick up that week's supply. What you receive will depend upon what's in season, the weather, and the type of share you've purchased at the start of the season. For example, you may have only signed up for vegetables or maybe also fruit, eggs, or dairy products.\nEach CSA operates as a coop and that means that every member volunteers for some period of time to work at the delivery location, helping to pack and distribute that week's produce. Your volunteer work commitment can be as little as 4 hours in a 20-week farm season.\nIn New York City, JustFood.org serves as a clearinghouse, coordinator and leader in efforts to match New Yorkers with local farms. In the five NYC boroughs, there are 50 \"delivery neighborhoods\" which are the specific locations supplied by specific farms. Many of the farms also sell their produce, eggs and dairy products at various New York City Greenmarket locations.\nVisit JustFood's web site (see below) to find a listing of individual delivery neighborhoods and contact information for the organization that runs each site. Some have their own web sites. Others must be contacted by telephone. Be patient and understanding with the communication support for these programs: remember that these people are farmers and have a mission of distributing food and may not always have the resources to launch and run multi-function web sites. Web sites are useful but we can't eat them and it's a relief to know that these people have their focus on the right things.\nThe City Cook's CSA Adventure\nHere's what I'm doing this summer: I've become a member in Manhattan's Columbus Circle CSA. This CSA is affiliated with Norwich Meadow Farm, a NOFA-NY (Northeast Organic Farming Association) certified organic 35-acre farm located in Norwich, New York, about 200 miles northwest of New York City. It also supplies produce to several other CSAs in New York City and also sells its produce at the Union Square and East Village Greenmarkets. Because Norwich Farm is so far north, they begin to deliver their produce in late June but their 20+ week season is likely to continue into mid-fall, close to Thanksgiving.\nI've paid $290 for 20 weeks' worth of vegetables. Enough for two persons for a week (that's $7 a person). What I receive will depend upon the time of year, the weather, and the farm gods that influence what comes out of the ground. But it's likely that in early summer I will get lettuce, radishes, cucumbers, zucchini and beets; in mid-summer lettuce, salad greens, potatoes, chard, cabbage and greens; and in late-summer, more salad greens, tomatoes, carrots, green beans, celery root and arugula.\nI've also paid $110 for 20 weeks' worth of fruit -- I've been told to expect tree fruit, berries, and juice. All organic. I've also paid $42 for a dozen eggs, every other week, from chickens on the Norwich Meadow Farm (about $3.80/dozen). I also had the option to buy yogurt, butter and milk from Evans Dairy Farm, honey from Kutiks Honey Farm, cheese from Butternut Coop, organic ground beef from local farms and organic chickens from Norwich Meadow Farm.\nTo register I had to send a $100 deposit with my full payment due by May 15.\nI've promised to volunteer at least 4 hours during the 20+ week season, helping at my neighborhood distribution spot, and each week I get to pick up my food on Thursday afternoons, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Any food I do not pick up (as in the weeks I may be on vacation) will be given to one of the city's food charities that helps feed New York's hungry.\nI love the politics of what I'm doing. But from a cook's perspective, I'm equally excited about the adventure of being handed a box of ingredients once a week and being left to figure out what to do with them. It's the best example of cooking without a net -- fresh, locally grown, in season ingredients.\nIsn't what we all really want?\nAs the summer goes on, I'll keep you posted on how my CSA adventure goes, what I get, what it looks like and the experience of volunteering with other New York City home cooks as we bring our local farms to our dinner tables.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mineralpromet.hr/en/products/maxigreen/", "date": "2023-09-24T10:23:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506632.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924091344-20230924121344-00714.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9168538451194763, "token_count": 529, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__269916126", "lang": "en", "text": "MaxiGreen is completely natural agent for faster and more exuberant plant growth, strengthens plant immunity and resistance to pests in all kinds of plants. It is designed for foliar application, by spraying the leaves in the form of mist.\nWhen using MaxiGreen these effects are achieved:\n- Substantial increase in yield, ripening time is shortened\n- Better fruit quality: increased dry matter content, increased sugar content, vitamins, flavonoids and phytosterols; extension of storage capacity, improved smell, taste and color of fruit\n- Improved plant immunity\n- Special efficiency in recovery of plants damaged by effects of adverse climatic conditions (hail, drought, frost, low and high temperatures, etc.)\n- for crops\n- in orchards, olive groves, vineyards u\n- for vegetable crops\n- for flowers, ornamental plants, grass and forest areas\nPrepared solution is sprayed on leaves in the form of a fine mist (aerosol) in the morning and late afternoon, with various conventional sprayers and foggers.\nFrequency of application\nWith the first application start after first leaves appear:\n- Fruit growing and viticulture: 14-20 days , 5-8 times during the growing season\n- Vegetabls: every 10-14 days\n- Olives: start three weeks before flowering, treat every 14-20 days, 6-7 times during the growing season\n- Crops: 3-4 times during the growing season\n- Lawns and playgrounds: every 7-14 daan from early May until late summer\n- Forests and parks (ornamental species): every 10 to 14 days after leaf development\n- Flowers and ornamental plants: every 7-20 days\n- 2.5 kg / ha or\n- 25 g/100 m² or\n- 0.5 % solution (1 teaspoon, 5 g dissolved in 1 liter of water\n- 0.3 % solution in greenhouses\nDo not mix with agents containing AL FOSETYL, and for the other check in a small bowl.\nLifetime: 2 years\nStorage: Store in a dry place at a temperature of 5°C to 25°C\nPacking: Net 1 kg of micronized powder for solution for foliar application.\nKeep out of the reach of children.\n- better fruit quality and yield increase\n- strengthens plant immunity\n- recovers damaged plants after hail, drought, frost and extreme temperatures\n- shortens ripening time", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://recordpub.qrsite.com/article.php?sect=78&cat=219&art=1438&164", "date": "2018-12-12T21:59:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376824119.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20181212203335-20181212224835-00617.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9536230564117432, "token_count": 705, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__101636418", "lang": "en", "text": "Homeowners know that a healthy lawn can add considerable curb appeal to a property while giving residents of the home a place to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. But few might know that a healthy lawn can also benefit the environment, especially when homeowners take a proactive approach to lawn care that emphasizes eco-friendly techniques.\nA proactive approach to lawn care can prevent certain problems, including disease, insect infestation and weed growth. When such problems arise, many homeowners opt to combat them with pesticides, which can harm the environment. But a proactive approach to lawn care can reduce the likelihood of developing such problems and protect the planet at the same time.\n* Emphasize healthy soil. Healthy soil promotes strong roots, which leads to a more robust, lush and aesthetically appealing lawn. While a lawn needs to be fertilized in the spring and at various points throughout the summer, it's important that homeowners avoid overfertilization, which can create thatch that, when allowed to thicken, will prevent nutrients from penetrating the soil. Lawns need more nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium than soil can typically provide, so fertilizing throughout the warm weather seasons and into early fall can promote a healthy lawn. But choose a slow-release fertilizer so it gradually feeds the lawn. Compost and grass clippings can also be spread around the lawn to promote healthy soil. The pH level of the soil should also be checked to ensure the lawn can fully absorb nutrients. Speak with a local lawn care professional to determine what a healthy pH level is for soil in your area.\n* Choose a grass that can thrive in your climate. Though you might prefer the look of a certain grass, choosing a grass based entirely on appearance is a mistake that could cost you money and prove harmful to the environment. When installing a new lawn, opt for one that's suitable to the local climate. Installing a lawn that needs substantial amounts of water in a region known for drought can rob the lawn of its aesthetic appeal and will cost homeowners a substantial amount of money to maintain. If an existing lawn struggles to stay green regardless of your best efforts, then consider replacing it with a new type of grass that might be more suited to the local climate.\n* Don't cut too low when mowing. Homeowners who don't enjoy mowing their lawn might be tempted to simply cut the grass as low as possible to extend the intervals between cuts. But the United States Environmental Protection Agency recommends that grass never be cut more than one-third of the height of the grass blades. Longer grass can take in more sunlight, allowing it to grow in thicker and develop a deeper root system.That deep root system can help a lawn survive drought and prevent disease, two potentially costly problems that often force homeowners to embrace solutions that are not eco-friendly. Ideal lawn height depends on the type of grass, so consult a lawn care professional to ensure you are cutting your grass to a healthy length.\n* Avoid overwatering. Excessive watering not only wastes water, which is not very eco-friendly, but also hurts the lawn when dry periods inevitably arrive. That's because shallow and frequent watering encourages roots to stay near the surface, so when dry periods arrive, the roots struggle to find water. The EPA notes that an established lawn should not need daily watering. Instead, watering responsibly when the lawn needs water and when evaporation can be kept to a minimum, can strengthen a lawn and do so in an eco-friendly way.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://bakeoutsidethebox.blogspot.com/2013/06/strawberry-dessert-festival.html", "date": "2017-03-30T06:50:02Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218193284.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212953-00336-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9434387683868408, "token_count": 317, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-13", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__279370181", "lang": "en", "text": "I recently learned about the Mass Farmer's Markets 6th Annual Strawberry Dessert Festival, and I wonder how I never knew about it before! From June 7th through July 7th 2013, eateries throughout Massachusetts will use fresh local strawberries to create fabulous desserts, donating a percentage of those profits to Mass Farmers Markets. This organization's mission is to partner with farmers, consumers, and communities to promote and sustain farmers market in Massachusetts. Local Farmers Markets improve regional farm viability, consumer nutrition, and community social and economic development. If you live in Massachusetts and want to learn more or see a list of participating eateries, here is a link: 2013 Strawberry Dessert Festival\nWhy should you use farm-fresh seasonal strawberries? Because they taste better! Since they come from local farms, these strawberries can be picked at the peak of ripeness and driven to you within a day or two of picking. Berries from the grocery store usually travel a LONG way to get to you, meaning that they must be picked before their peak ripeness to avoid spoilage. Look at how red and ripe these local berries look:\nNow how about some great recipes to use those fresh strawberries? Here are some of my own tried-and-true Strawberry Desserts below. Just click on the links to get the recipe:\nReal Strawberry Cake is made from scratch using pureed strawberries\nand topped with Fresh Strawberry Buttercream\nPair strawberries with dark sweet cherries for this tempting Cherry Berry Pie\nIf you have some great recipes using fresh seasonal strawberries, I would love to know about them!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.floridamilk.com/in-the-news/blog/farming/sustainability-on-florida-dairy-farms.stml", "date": "2022-12-09T22:12:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711552.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20221209213503-20221210003503-00016.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9412398934364319, "token_count": 745, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__25600283", "lang": "en", "text": "Sustainability on Florida Dairy Farms\nFor Florida’s dairy farmers, sustainability is a way of life. Their livelihood depends on taking care of the cows and land. Every day they strive to use and discover innovative, greener ways to run the farm.\nTheir efforts are paying off too. Due to innovative practices in cow comfort, improved feed and genetics, and modern barn design, the environmental impact of producing a gallon of milk in 2017 shrunk significantly, requiring 30% less water, using 21% less land and garnering a 19% smaller carbon footprint than in 2007 nationwide.\nFlorida’s dairy farmers are experts at conserving and reusing water.\nFresh water is used for cows to drink and to sanitize and clean equipment like milk storage tanks. Wastewater is used to flush manure and excess sand bedding out of the barn, and then separated into solids and the now nutrient-rich water.\nSolids, like sand, are washed during the flushing and recycled, used as bedding once again. Nutrient rich water is used to fertilize and irrigate crops where it turns back into wastewater, and the process begins again.\nDairy cows play an essential role in a sustainable food system. Cows are ruminants, meaning they have four stomachs! Because of their unique digestive systems, they’re able to eat agricultural byproducts that would otherwise end up in landfills like cottonseed hulls and orange peels.\n“We’re talking tons and tons of stuff that these other industries would have no use for if it weren’t for the dairy industry,” local dairy farmer, Matt Lussier, said, “Byproducts are huge for dairy farmers.”\nCitrus peels and pulp are common byproducts in Florida, a state known for its juice. The leftovers from fruits used to make grapefruit and orange juice are dried and converted into pellet-shaped dairy cow feed that provides a healthy source of energy and calcium for cattle.\nThey enjoy it too. “Citrus pulp is very palatable,” Lussier said, “That’s one of the main reasons I feed it [to my cows]. You can put the best ingredients in the world in front of a cow but if she doesn’t eat it, it doesn’t do her any good. So you put stuff in that they want to eat.”\nOther common byproducts that cows love eating are almond hulls, brewers grains, cotton seeds, distillers grains, and molasses. All of these are delicious and nutritious for the cows and keeps them out of landfills.\nThe Future of Sustainable Dairy Farming\nThe future of sustainability in dairy farmers has never looked brighter, and Florida’s dairy farmers are committed to further innovation and going even greener.\nRecently, Larson dairy farms in South Florida broke ground on methane digesters by partnering with global-waste solutions provider, Brightmark. The digesters will turn cow manure into renewable natural gas and will generate enough energy to power about 4,000 homes.\nDairy farmers are making changes nationwide too. U.S. dairy farmers are committed to achieving carbon neutrality or better, optimize water usage and improve water quality by 2050 in a nationwide Net Zero Initiative (NZI). They’ll achieve this by making further improvements in feed production, cow care, energy efficiency, and manure management. Partnering with new technologies and science-based research, U.S. dairy farmers are working together to reach these goals.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cohoescafe.com/web-stories/essential-tips-for-growing-and-caring-for-hostas/", "date": "2023-06-03T00:23:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648911.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603000901-20230603030901-00093.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8572642803192139, "token_count": 209, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__301708732", "lang": "en", "text": "Expert advice and practices will help you unlock the mysteries of successful hosta growth. With these fundamental tips, you can create a stunning hosta garden.\nLook through a wide variety of hosta species to choose the best plants for your garden's size, color scheme, and lighting circumstances.\nLearn how to plant hostas correctly, including optimum spacing, depth, and watering. Mulching and weed control are essential for good growth.\nWatering and Fertilization\nDiscover the proper watering schedule and ways for keeping hostas hydrated while avoiding waterlogging. Learn about the best fertilizers for lush foliage\nPest and Disease Management\nIdentify common pests such as slugs and snails and put efficient control methods in place. Learn how to identify and prevent hosta foliar diseases.\nDivision and Propagation\nLearn how and when to divide mature plants to increase the size of your hosta collection. Investigate effective propagation methods for increasing your garden.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://stateoforganicseed.org/why-organic-seed/", "date": "2024-03-03T02:34:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476180.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303011622-20240303041622-00546.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9414014220237732, "token_count": 1242, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__162291528", "lang": "en", "text": "Seed is too often overlooked as a fundamental piece of our food and agricultural systems. Yet this tiny resource has enormous impacts on how we farm and what we eat. When farmers plant their seed each spring, they rely on the genetics contained within to help defend those plants from pests and diseases, and to withstand weeds and weather. In fact, organic farmers rely on seed adapted to their specific farm conditions and climates more than other farmers because they don’t use synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.\nSeed also largely dictates the quality of our food – from appearance to flavor to nutritional content. In this way, seed holds endless potential for transforming our food system, especially when coupled with the principles that built the organic movement – the principles of health, ecology, and fairness.\nCurrently, the dominant seed system is controlled by a handful of chemical and biotechnology companies with no genuine interest in the success of organic agriculture. These players abuse intellectual property rights and fiercely protect them. They discourage farmers from participating in research and seed saving. And too often they put shareholder interests before those of the greater public.\nThe organic community has an opportunity to create a path for organic seed that’s very distinct from the dominant seed system. By establishing a shared vision and roadmap for developing organic seed systems, we can avoid the negative trends seen in the conventional seed sector while delivering high-quality organic seed for all regions, crop types, and farm scales. Organic Seed Alliance’s State of Organic Seed project helps monitor the progress we’re making in achieving this goal.\nDemand for organic food is only growing, with sales toppling $56 billion in 2020 (a 12% increase compared to 2019). Organic farmers are required to use organic seed unless it’s commercially unavailable. The organic seed industry was almost non-existent when the federal organic standards went into effect in 2002. As State of Organic Seed, 2022 shows, the organic seed supply isn’t keeping up with broader organic industry growth, as most organic farmers still rely on conventional (non-organic) seed for at least part of their operations. Our most recent data shows no meaningful increase in organic producers using more organic seed.\nThe benefits of expanding organic seed availability and sourcing go beyond helping organic producers meet a regulatory requirement. Some of these benefits include:\nMore Choice for Farmers in a Changing Climate\nPlants bred under organic conditions have the potential to be better adapted to these production systems. Organic farming challenges can be quite different from conventional systems, where synthetic chemicals and nutrient sources are commonly used to control pests, diseases, and plant nutrition. Seed provides the genetic tools to confront these day-to-day challenges in the field, and breeding plants in the environment of their intended use benefits this process.\nFurthermore, adaptation is key to achieving resilience in our food and agricultural system. Adapting seed to changing climates, resource availability, and environmental conditions is one way to mitigate risks for farmers and the food supply they serve. This resiliency is longer lasting when more organic farmers have the skills to further adapt and improve plant genetics through seed saving and on-farm breeding.\nSeed therefore represents profound potential for improving our food and agricultural systems. The plant genetics contained within a seed can determine if chemical controls will be necessary for dealing with production challenges (we can adapt seed to naturally resist disease). Genetics can also determine the security of our food supply (we can adapt seed to warmer and dryer conditions), how input-dependent crops are (we can breed for water use efficiency); and the quality of our food (we can breed for improved nutritional content).\nHealthy People and Planet\nOrganic seed also benefits our environment. Agriculture brings the interconnectedness of natural systems and human activity into sharp relief. The way we farm has a huge impact on our environment and human health. Most US agriculture relies intensively on synthetic pesticides that are almost entirely produced from crude petroleum or natural gas products, and that have harmful impacts on human health and the environment.\nConventional seed is typically produced in chemical-intensive systems. Not many farmers, let alone consumers, think about their “seed footprint” – that there are negative byproducts to consider even before a seed is planted. Crops grown for direct consumption, such as vegetables, are typically harvested before they go to seed. Crops grown for seed remain in the ground longer to complete their reproductive cycle. This extended growth means there are more opportunities for pests and diseases to damage seed crops. Pesticide regulations often allow higher applications of chemicals on non-edible crops, including crops produced for seed. Therefore, when farmers (and gardeners!) choose organic seed they are choosing to not contribute to this upstream pollution caused by conventional seed production.\nA Solution to Corporate Control\nOrganic seed reduces organic agriculture’s reliance on a seed industry based on proprietary control and chemical-intensive farms. Organic seed systems – when viewed as an alternative to the dominant seed system – help address bigger problems in agriculture.\nExpanding organic seed systems can also increase economic opportunities for farmers who successfully produce organic seed on their farm. The economic benefits include selling organic seed commercially, becoming more seed self-sufficient and reducing input costs, and reducing financial risks by having seed that’s better adapted to their farm. Farmer involvement decentralizes how organic seed is bred, produced, and distributed, and expands the diversity of seed grown and available.\nA Thriving Organic Community\nThe expansion of organic seed systems has been coupled by a growing diversity of stakeholders involved in their development. For example, more chefs, retailers, and food companies are involved in variety tastings and evaluations, identifying organic seed and food market gaps, and even in organic plant breeding projects. This diversity of decision makers fosters a participatory and decentralized nature to organic seed systems that results in varieties with aesthetic and culinary qualities desired by consumers while also addressing the agronomic challenges of organic farmers.\nOrganic seed systems – when viewed as an alternative to the dominant seed system – help address bigger problems in agriculture. Join us in advancing organic seed as a solution to these problems to ensure a healthier food and farming future.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.shepherdingheart.com/being-a-leader-means-always-planting/", "date": "2020-02-22T21:37:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145729.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20200222211056-20200223001056-00418.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.953296422958374, "token_count": 731, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__111350440", "lang": "en", "text": "What are you planting right now that is preparing your organization for the future?\nThose of us wanting a future filled with possibility are planting right now. Leaders plant continually. We try new things and keep investing in some that we enjoy, while also cultivating what what is working. Always keeping an open mind to new ideas.\nThe best leaders are always learning listening and experimenting.\nVarying duration is important\nLeaders plant a variety of crops that mature in various conditions and duration. Leaders that fail to do this don’t have organizations very long.\nWant to become the leader others want to follow?\nIf so, what you are planing right now will make a tremendous difference in your future and who might want to come with you. Whether we like it or not, what we plant multiplies and you can test it.\nBefore planting, consider who is it for and how long of a growing period you have.\nKnowing who it is for and growing period help select the right crop.\nObviously, when we need a harvest in a short period of time we have different options than when we have years. Let’s examine 3 separate time periods.\n1) Short term\nA radish is a wonderful choice if you need a product available in a few days. I typically plant them as an early crop when the temperatures are cool. The seeds germinate quickly and in less than 1 month we can begin eating them.\n2) Intermediate term\nA product with more sustenance and one that requires more effort to produce are field crops.\nTake hay for example. We use that to feed our livestock. Making hay can take up to 8 months and only after cutting and drying can it be used.\nWhile the process takes longer, we can store it and use the crop to feed many different types of animals over a longer period of time. Clearly there is benefit in producing a crop like this.\n3) Long term\nA longer term crop might be one that grows on a tree. Like an apple. Even the best grafted trees can’t produce until 3-5 years.\nPlanting for the long term today can provide new options for us in the future. What could it mean to your organization to have the benefits of a long term investment during tough economic times?\nWhen we are thinking about building healthy organizations what crop is best?\nDo we want radishes, hay or apples?\nLeaders that build organizations that last, begin by selecting wisely for their people and customers so they have a continual harvest.\nIf we invest only in the long term, we may not survive long enough to enjoy it. In contrast, if we neglect the intermediate and long term for the sake of the short term we put the organization at risk.\nWe may find ourselves in a place where we don’t have a crop between seasons. Without planting with the future in mind, we may find ourselves with only radishes to eat. I don’t know many that would enjoy that outcome do you?\n- Name one long term investment that might ensure the organization’s survival.\n- What can you do to influence others to take action?\n- What could you do today that will prepare your team for a difficult time coming in the next 6 months?\nShepherding: The art of becoming the leader others want to follow\nThe Shepherd’s Library\nPlanning and planting take time to get it right. Check out this book by Michael Hyatt and make this year your best year ever. I highly recommend it for your library.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://proagdesigns.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=58&Itemid=154&lang=en", "date": "2013-05-25T14:25:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368705956263/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516120556-00084-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8584991693496704, "token_count": 143, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__193644189", "lang": "en", "text": "Haying operations must be efficient in the face of rising costs. Morris Industries has become an industry leader in round bale systems. The proven ProAG Hay Hiker turns round bale loading and unloading into a fast, easy, one-person operation, saving you time, money and labor.\nUp to eighteen bales can be picked on the go, in a single pass, and unloaded without ever having to leave your tractor cab. The ProAG 900 Hay Hiker and the larger capacity 1400 Hay Hiker deliver superior performance and value.\nHorsepower requirements - 180 hp minimum for the 1400 and 120 hp minimum for the 900. Hydraulic flow required - 20 gallons per minute at 2000 psi.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://qmaxpumping.com.au/another-example-of-q-max-water-pumping-ingenuity/", "date": "2023-12-01T02:42:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100264.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201021234-20231201051234-00831.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9433484077453613, "token_count": 448, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__254031787", "lang": "en", "text": "In 2011 Yowani Country Club obtained the right to harvest stormwater overflow from Sullivans Creek which passed through their picturesque golf course. The plan was to store it in a new 3-megalite collection dam, from which it would be then pumped to the Club’s existing irrigation storage dam.\nHow to pump water from a creek overflow into Yowani Country Club’s collection dam without incurring prohibitive costs for power supply upgrades.\nEnter Q-Max Pumping Systems. As we always do, we looked at both the big picture AND the nitty gritty until we came up with the solution. It wasn’t a case of thinking bigger, but thinking smarter.\nConventional thinking had it that we would need 4 x 150kW pumps to achieve the necessary power (600kW total) to transfer water at up to 600 litres/sec from the collection dam to the storage dam.\nHowever working with the club and their contractor Hewatt Earthworks, we re-designed the whole system using just 3 x 55kW pumps to maintain the same flow. The total power required to drive this ingenious three-pump water system was only 165kW – a massive saving of 435kW.\nAs with all great ideas, this solution was deceptively simple. The three pumps are sequentially controlled so that as the level in the collection dam rises, more pumps are started. This flexibility of operation means that only the minimum number of pumps run at any one time to transfer all the water available for harvesting, up to the capacity of the system.\nThis design meant that the system could be connected to the existing power supply, avoiding the necessity of expensive power upgrades.\nA total solution.\nQ-Max achieved maximum pumping efficiency at minimum cost by looking at everything in context. We studied every link in the chain, from the suction inlet through to the discharge. Plus we were hands-on at each and every step of the process from the initial design right through to choosing the actual brand and type of pump. We even designed the discharge pipework.\nThis is yet another example of Q-Max Pumping Systems proving the optimum solution.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://kellerei-terlan.com/en/wine/gewurztraminer/2014/", "date": "2020-02-20T14:12:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875144979.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20200220131529-20200220161529-00498.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9355997443199158, "token_count": 1394, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__162298805", "lang": "en", "text": "\"Named after the winemaking village of Tramin in the South Tyrolean Unterland, Gewürztraminer is a familiar item in the region’s white wine repertoire. With its floral fruitiness and highly aromatic components, this wine has a devoted following and is especially appreciated as an accompaniment to Asian dishes.\"\n- Doc denomination: Alto Adige\n- Variety: 100% Gewürztraminer\n- History of the variety: first vintage 1956\n- Year: 2014\n- Bottles produced: 130,000\n- Yield: 63 hl/ha\n- Quality line: The classics\nManual harvest and selection of the grapes; gentle whole cluster pressing and clarification of the must by natural sedimentation; slow fermentation at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks, aging on the lees in steel tanks for 5-7 months.\n- Country: Alto Adige DOC\n- Provenance: Alto Adige\n- Altitude: 250 - 900 m a. s. l.\n- Slope: 5 - 70 %\n- Orientation: South - Southwest\n- Color: full, intensive straw yellow\n- Smell: The stimulating aroma of the Gewürztraminer is reminiscent of lychee and mango with delicate notes of honeysuckle. The aromatic spectrum also includes notes of rose petal, which are typical of this variety.\n- Taste: The unique quality of the aromatic character of the wine is continued on the palate, with fresh fruit and lively acidity combining with mineral notes to leave a very round and at the same time firm impression.\nA good match with spicy dishes and sweet and sour creations with an Asian touch, squash gnocchi and creamed squash soup, as well as boiled ham with horseradish sauce, sweet and sour wok vegetables with chicken breast strips or shrimps, and wiener schnitzel with potato salad.\n2014 was an unusual viticultural year, which required a lot of time and effort of the vintners.\nDue to the very mild winter the soil warmed early and subsequently on the lower sites shoots started already at the end of March. Spring too was characterized by very mild temperatures hence mid of May the first blooming inflorescences were observable. In comparison with 2013 vegetation was 2 weeks early, so that an early harvest seemed likely.\nAfter a short dry spell during the blossoming and post-blossom season from the beginning of July onwards the weather changed completely. Also older winegrowers could not recall a summer with so many rainy days and so few hours of sunshine. Heavy and frequent precipitation impeded growth and led to a constantly high disease pressure. In several, especially early ripening vineyards, grape berries burst and were affected by rot.\nThe extraordinary climatic conditions remarkably slowed down vegetation and therefore the grapes matured only two weeks later than at first supposed. Harvest started on September 8th, 2014.\nThus, vintners had to keep calm and await the optimal harvest period. The harvest itself was very laborious, every grape was controlled meticulously and rotten or damaged berries had to be removed. Despite the adverse circumstances the vintners were able to deliver healthy and fully ripe grape material.\nAfter the second harvest week, i.e. from September 20th, 2014 onwards the weather improved and with the golden fall weather the grapes on the medium-high and higher sites optimally matured.\nThe total quality of the vintage 2014 was thereby substantially increased.\nAlto Adige is one of Italy's smallest wine-growing areas. Located as it is at the interface between the Alpine north and the Mediterranean south, it is also one of its most diverse. Countless generations have shaped Alto Adige as a land of wine, where vines grow on various types of soil and in a range of climate zones at between 200 and 1,000 meters above sea-level. It is the home of authentic wines with a character of their own, with a focus on white wines: About 60 percent of the sites are planted with white varieties and only 40 percent with red.\nIn addition to Pinot Grigio and Gewürztraminer, it is mainly Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc that have made Alto Adige one of Italy's leading white wine regions. In the case of the reds, the range of wines includes the autochthonous varieties Lagrein and Schiava as well as such international classics as Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet. With all their variety, 98 percent of Alto Adige's wines have a DOC classification, with an impressive share of top-class wines.\nThe high peaks of the main Alpine chain protect South Tyrol from the Atlantic winds and cold northerlies, while the region benefits from the Mediterranean climate from the south. That explains the pronounced differences between day- and night-time temperatures, which are the key to full maturity and elegant wines.\nTo the south, a number of mountain massifs like the Adamello also have a protective function. As a result, annual precipitation is only about one-third of the average for the southern Alpine foothills, and the number of hours of sunshine is higher. The climatic conditions are not unlike those to be found in wine-growing areas like the Swiss Canton Valais.\nWhen the sun rises behind the mountains east of Terlano on one of the year’s 300 sunny days, it is already high in the sky as the wine-growing area has a westerly to southwesterly exposure. The lower atmospheric density permits more direct solar irradiation with less diffuse sunlight. That increases the difference between the slopes on the sunny and shady sides of the valley.\nMicroclimate in Terlano\nContinental climate (Cfa Köppen-Geiger)\nAnnual sunshine hours: ø 2135\nMaximum temperatures: 38,2 °C\nAverage temperatures: 12,9 °C\nMinimum temperatures: -10,7°C\nAnnual precipitation: ø 558 mm\nAverage global radiation: 150,1 W/m²\n- North foehn: cool and dry down-slope wind\n- Ora: valley wind system from the south, bringing in air from the Po Valley\n- Alcohol content: 14.0 % vol\n- Residual sugar: 3.9 g/l\n- Total acidity: 5.1 g/l\n- Storage advice: Cool storage at constant temperatures, high level of humidity, good ventilation and as little light as possible\n- Cellar temperature: 10 - 15 °C\n- Minimum maturity: 1 years\n- Serving temperature: 10 - 12 °C\nGlass for a young white wine", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ghanastocks.net/quote/golden-web-ltd", "date": "2017-04-23T17:50:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118740.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00466-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.939607560634613, "token_count": 111, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__83596313", "lang": "en", "text": "|0.01 GHS||0 GHS||0 %|\nGolden Web Limited Is a Ghanaian vegetable oil processing company. It was incorporated in 1982 and listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange on August 29, 2005.\nThe Company specializes in the production of vegetable oils and cakes from palm kernel, groundnut, soya bean, sunflower and coconut.\nThe products are sold on the local Ghanaian market as well as exported to other African countries. The estimated share value of GWEB on the vegetable oil market in Ghana is 5%.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.agriturismoilronco.it/en-gb/our-farm", "date": "2017-12-11T09:07:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948513330.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20171211090353-20171211110353-00510.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.914724588394165, "token_count": 401, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__205413826", "lang": "en", "text": "Born more than ten years ago on the hills of Garlate, our family farm is known for cultivating olive trees, chestnuts, small fruits, vegetables and old fruit plants. We are also known for the closed-loop farming of Cinta Senese pigs, Brianzola breed sheep, donkeys and farmstead animals, not to mention our brand new honeybee apiary.\nOur agronomic project is inspired by integrated agriculture. It builds its roots on the respect and recovery of land, on indispensable interventions for fertile soil yield, on seasonal crop rotation and on the recovery of rustic or indigenous varieties of plants and animals. The following olive types have found their home in the olive grove: Leccino, Frantoio, Pendolino, Bianchera, Leccio del Corno and Grignan.\nOur farm also offers its own extra virgin olive oil, in addition to the upcoming production of monovarietal extra virgin olive oil.\nExtra Virgin Olive Oil\nThe Ronco offers an extra virgin olive oil obtained by crushing olives. The oil is collected during the day by means of hand-grinding the olives and then crushing them in the Biosio crusher (LC).\nThe sensory characteristics offered by this magnificent product are:\nA fragrance of freshly-mown green grass, bitter almonds and artichoke\nA fruity flavor (light/medium level)\nJams, Preserves and Sauces\nThe farmstead staff along the Strada del Ronco has always been preparing jams, preserves and sauces with fruits and vegetables from their fields.\nThe jam is grouped into three types:\nClassic fruits: Perfect for breakfast and afternoon snacks\nFruits from memory: Particular and much rarer fruits\nVegetable jams: To be combined with meats and cheeses\nThe work of our honeybees allows us to offer genuine, sweet-smelling honey with the tastes of acacia and chestnut.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://rock.uwex.edu/2017/10/11/2017-wisconsin-pest-management-update-meeting-rock-county/", "date": "2017-10-23T04:14:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187825575.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20171023035656-20171023055656-00266.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9090479612350464, "token_count": 212, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__7270048", "lang": "en", "text": "The 2017 Wisconsin Pest Management Update meeting for Rock County will be held on Wednesday, November 8th in Janesville at the Holiday Inn Express, 3100 Wellington Place, Janesville WI 53546. There will be informational presentations of pest management for Wisconsin field and forage crops. Speakers will include Mark Renz, weed scientist, Damon Smith, plant pathologist, Dan Heider, IPM specialist and Bryan Jensen, entomologist.\nThe meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. and conclude at 4:00 p.m. Lunch is served prior to the meeting from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.\nCall the Rock County UW-Extension office at 608-757-5694 for registration at least one week prior to the scheduled meeting date. The cost is $40 for early registration and includes lunch.\nPlease see the schedule for more information: 2017 Pest Management Update Schedule\nThree hours of Certified Crop Advisor CEU credits in pest management are awarded for each session.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://foodsecurevancouver.ca/local-food", "date": "2013-05-26T00:51:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706474776/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516121434-00050-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9487161636352539, "token_count": 221, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__64901747", "lang": "en", "text": "The majority of food consumed in Vancouver is either supply managed by marketing boards or made available through globally competitive market systems that respond to consumer demand. These business systems deliver products to market in a system that optimizes resource use, minimizes costs to consumers, and maximizes profits. As long as food is treated as a commodity, food systems will largely be characterized by activities of economic agents such as farmers, brokers, processors, importers, exporters, and retailers.\nThe diversity of the food economy and the strength of individual actors all along the supply chain are significant determinants of the resilience of Vancouver's food system. A sustainable food system is economically and socially viable for all those involved, including farmers, workers, and consumers.\nCompetitive trade relations that work within ecological constraints enhance food security. In the face of uncertain and imminent changes to global food production capacity, it is pertinent to strengthen local food production and bolster our ability to supply food locally and abroad. With climate change and pending fuel shortages, production and distribution of food in this changing world needs to minimize fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.eichenhain.com/en/kakao-schokolade/balinese-cashew-cocoa-clusters-big-tree-farms", "date": "2022-05-22T15:07:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662545548.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20220522125835-20220522155835-00440.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9173030257225037, "token_count": 217, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__102869698", "lang": "en", "text": "Balinese Cashew-Cocoa-Clusters from Big Tree Farms are a delightful marriage of raw cashews, raw-fermented cocoa nibs and coconut blossom sugar and very, very tasty. The coconut blossom nectar provides a mild sweetness and the Balinese nibs and the raw cashews a harmonious blend of flavors with a seductive crunch.\nThe cocoa beans, the cashews and the coconut blossom sugar are all sustainably produced in Bali in permaculture by farmer cooperatives, as well the clusters themselves. Permaculture is good for nature. It and participating in the cluster production also provides farmers with a stable income because they are not dependent on a single crop.\nProduct infos at a glance\n- A marriage of raw cashews, raw-fermented cocoa nibs and coconut blossom sugar\n- USDA certified organic\n- Produced in permaculture by farmer co-ops in Bali, Indonesia\n- Ingredients: Cashews, cocoa nibs, coconut blossom sugar\n- Storage: Dry and cool", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://emcolefarms.com/index.htm", "date": "2024-02-28T11:34:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474715.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228112121-20240228142121-00244.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9730942249298096, "token_count": 148, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__26518178", "lang": "en", "text": "Welcome to E M Cole Farms Ltd\nE M Cole Farms Ltd is a family based business started by Eric and Mae Cole in 1927, continued by Ivor Cole, and is now run by the third generation, James Cole. We are located in the village of West Pinchbeck, Spalding in the South Holland region of Lincolnshire.\nCut Flower production is the main focus of the business, we have over 60 years’ experience as cut flower growers and our emphasis is always on high quality. Our current flower crops include Tulips, Lilies, Scented Stocks and Sedum.\nThe Farm side of the business focuses on cereal and root crops.\nJames Cole, Managing Director at E M Cole Farms Ltd", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.christtalk.net/161185456/1311616/posting/08-02-2013-luke-13-6-9", "date": "2021-05-06T21:38:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988763.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20210506205251-20210506235251-00552.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.976921021938324, "token_count": 599, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__80262201", "lang": "en", "text": "Luke 13:6–9 (ESV)\nThe Parable of the Barren Fig Tree\n6 And he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. 7 And he said to the vinedresser, ‘Look, for three years now I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find\nnone. Cut it down. Why should it use up the ground?’ 8 And he answered him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure. 9 Then if it should bear fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.’\nThis is short, but packed with a deep message. There was a fruit tree that didn’t bear fruit. The man who owned the fig tree and wanted figs, and he came to pick figs... but the\ntree was bare. He was not happy because a fruit tree is suppose to bear fruit... or it’s not really a fruit tree. He was ready to cut it down to destroy it. Now here comes the deep message. The vinedresser told the owner, \"Sir,\nlet it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure. Then if it should bear fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.” Now the question is whether the vinedresser had been taking care of this tree\nall along. Had he been doing his job, he would have known that the tree doesn’t bear fruit, but he himself doesn’t know, yet he wants to give it a chance. He asks for mercy from the owner to give it special attention and to work the\nsoil and fertilize it.\nI think this is a message to the church to wake up and start tending to the unsaved, to start giving them special attention, to start telling them about Jesus. I think the church\nhas become complacent and not reaching out to the lost like it should. Sharing Jesus is our highest priority. To take this to a personal level, have you been telling others about what Jesus has done and have you been inviting them to church?\nJesus said he is coming and when he comes... it will be judgement day. Let’s use the time we have left... starting today... to give special attention to what we are called to do... proclaim Jesus. It is time to plant the seeds of faith.\nI pray: O Lord, help me to do a better job in planting the seeds of faith... to get the message out about Jesus Christ reconciling the lost into the Kingdom of God. Thank you for your forgiveness and giving\nme eternal life and salvation. Help me to share these gifts to others. Amen.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://totoplayer.com/leaf-vs-leaflet/", "date": "2023-09-28T05:28:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510358.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928031105-20230928061105-00500.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9440176486968994, "token_count": 2217, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__286592423", "lang": "en", "text": "Leaf vs Leaflet: Understanding the Difference\nWhen it comes to plants, the terms “leaf” and “leaflet” are often used interchangeably, leading to confusion among enthusiasts and botany beginners. However, it’s important to understand that there is a distinct difference between the two. In this article, we’ll explore the characteristics of leaves and leaflets, highlighting their unique features and functions.\nLeaf: The Fundamental Unit\nA leaf is a vital part of a plant’s anatomy, serving as the primary site for photosynthesis. It is typically a flattened, green structure attached to the stem or branch of a plant. Leaves come in various shapes, sizes, and arrangements, depending on the species. They are composed of three main parts: the blade, the petiole, and the stipules.\nThe blade, also known as the lamina, is the broad, flat part of the leaf responsible for capturing sunlight. It is the most recognizable and essential component of a leaf. The shape and margins of the blade vary greatly among different plant species, with examples including ovate, lanceolate, and palmate.\nThe petiole is the slender stalk that connects the blade to the stem or branch of the plant. It acts as a conduit, transporting nutrients, water, and sugars between the leaf and the rest of the plant. In some species, the petiole may be absent, and the leaf is directly attached to the stem, a feature known as sessile leaves.\nStipules are small, leaf-like structures found at the base of the petiole. They often appear as paired appendages and serve various functions, such as protecting the developing leaf bud or acting as a defense mechanism against herbivores. However, not all leaves have stipules, as they are not present in every plant species.\nLeaflet: The Leaf within a Leaf\nWhile a leaf is a complete unit, a leaflet is a smaller division or segment of a compound leaf. Compound leaves are composed of multiple leaflets attached to a common petiole. Each leaflet resembles a miniature leaf, with its own blade, veins, and sometimes even stipules.\nCharacteristics of Leaflets\nLeaflets are typically attached to the petiole through a specialized structure called a rachis. The rachis acts as an extension of the petiole and provides support to the leaflets. Unlike simple leaves, compound leaves have a more complex venation pattern, with veins branching out within each leaflet.\nTypes of Compound Leaves\nCompound leaves can be further classified into different types based on the arrangement of their leaflets. Some common types include pinnate, palmate, bipinnate, and trifoliate leaves. These variations add to the diversity and beauty of plants, allowing for different adaptations and ecological advantages.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Functions and Adaptations\nLeaves play a crucial role in a plant’s life, performing various functions beyond photosynthesis. They serve as the primary site for gas exchange, allowing plants to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen through tiny openings called stomata. Leaves also regulate water loss through transpiration, helping to maintain the plant’s hydration levels.\nLeaves have evolved to adapt to different environmental conditions. For example, in arid regions, plants often have modified leaves to reduce water loss. These adaptations include thick waxy cuticles, small leaf sizes, or even spines instead of traditional flat blades. In contrast, plants in tropical rainforests may have large, broad leaves to capture as much sunlight as possible.\nLeaflets, as part of compound leaves, offer several advantages to plants. One significant benefit is increased surface area for photosynthesis. By having multiple leaflets attached to a shared petiole, plants can maximize their ability to capture sunlight and produce energy. Compound leaves also provide flexibility, as individual leaflets can move independently to optimize light exposure.\nSimilar to leaves, leaflets exhibit adaptations based on the plant’s environment and ecological niche. Some plants have compound leaves with highly dissected leaflets, allowing them to thrive in windy areas by reducing wind resistance. Other plants have compound leaves with sensitive leaflets that can fold or close in response to touch or changes in light intensity, protecting the plant from potential harm.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Examples in Nature\nLeaves come in an astonishing array of shapes, sizes, and colors. For instance, the needle-like leaves of coniferous trees, such as pine and spruce, are adapted to withstand harsh winters and minimize water loss. In contrast, the large, fan-shaped leaves of palm trees are designed to capture sunlight in tropical climates.\nCompound leaves with leaflets are found in numerous plant families. Some well-known examples include the trifoliate leaves of clovers and the pinnate leaves of roses. The bipinnate leaves of acacias and mimosa trees are another fascinating example, with leaflets that divide further into smaller leaflets, creating a delicate and intricate appearance.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Reproduction and Growth\nLeaves play a crucial role in the reproductive process of certain plants. Some species can reproduce through vegetative propagation, where new plants are generated from specialized structures on the leaf, such as buds or adventitious roots. This ability allows plants to reproduce asexually, creating genetically identical offspring.\nWhile leaflets themselves do not typically participate directly in reproduction, they contribute to the overall reproductive success of the plant. By increasing the surface area available for photosynthesis, compound leaves with numerous leaflets can enhance the plant’s ability to produce energy and allocate resources towards reproductive structures like flowers and fruits.\nLeaf growth occurs through the process of cell division and expansion. The meristem, a specialized tissue found at the tips of stems and roots, is responsible for generating new cells that differentiate into various leaf structures. As the leaf develops, cells elongate, and the leaf expands, reaching its mature size and shape. Growth is influenced by environmental factors such as light, temperature, and nutrient availability.\nLeaflets, being part of compound leaves, follow a similar growth process. The meristem at the base of the leaflet’s petiole generates new cells that elongate and differentiate into leaflet structures. As the leaflet develops, it expands and contributes to the overall size and shape of the compound leaf. Leaflets may have their own distinct growth patterns and rates, depending on the specific plant species.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Uses and Significance\nLeaves have various practical uses for humans and animals. They provide food sources for herbivores, ranging from insects to mammals, and are essential components of many food chains and ecosystems. Humans utilize leaves for culinary purposes, as ingredients in herbal medicines, and for aesthetic purposes in flower arrangements and landscaping.\nLeaflets, as part of compound leaves, also have ecological and practical significance. They contribute to the overall structure and appearance of plants, enhancing their visual appeal. Additionally, compound leaves with leaflets can provide shade and shelter, creating microhabitats for small organisms and helping to regulate temperature and moisture levels in the surrounding environment.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Ecological Adaptations\nLeaves have evolved a wide range of adaptations to suit different ecological niches. For example, desert plants often have small, thick leaves with reduced surface area to minimize water loss through evaporation. In contrast, plants in wet and shady environments may have larger leaves with a broad surface area to maximize light absorption.\nLeaflets, as part of compound leaves, also exhibit various adaptations to optimize plant survival. Some plants have compound leaves with leaflets that fold or droop during periods of intense sunlight or heat, reducing exposure and conserving water. Others have compound leaves with leaflets that have specialized structures, such as spines or hairs, to deter herbivores or capture moisture.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Leaf Arrangement\nLeaves and leaflets can be arranged on a plant’s stem in different patterns. The most common leaf arrangements include alternate, opposite, and whorled. In an alternate arrangement, leaves or leaflets emerge one at a time at different points along the stem. In an opposite arrangement, leaves or leaflets grow in pairs directly across from each other. Whorled arrangements consist of three or more leaves or leaflets emerging from the same point on the stem.\nLeaf Arrangement Significance\nLeaf arrangement plays a role in optimizing light exposure and resource distribution within the plant. Alternate leaf arrangement allows each leaf or leaflet to have maximum access to sunlight without shading neighboring leaves. Opposite leaf arrangement ensures that each pair of leaves or leaflets receives equal light exposure. Whorled leaf arrangement distributes leaves or leaflets evenly around the stem, maximizing overall photosynthetic capacity.\nLeaf vs Leaflet: Examples in Plant Families\nLeaves exhibit incredible diversity across plant families. For instance, the broad, flat leaves of maple trees are iconic and easily recognizable. The needle-like leaves of conifers, such as pine and spruce, are adapted to withstand cold temperatures and reduce water loss. The fleshy, succulent leaves of plants like aloe vera and jade plants store water for arid conditions.\nCompound leaves with leaflets are found in many plant families, each with its own unique characteristics. Examples include the pinnate leaves of ferns, with leaflets arranged along a central rachis. The palmately compound leaves of the horse chestnut tree feature leaflets that radiate from a common point, resembling the fingers of a hand. The trifoliate leaves of clovers and the bipinnate leaves of acacias are additional examples of compound leaves with distinct leaflet arrangements.\nUnderstanding the difference between a leaf and a leaflet allows us to appreciate the incredible diversity and adaptations within the plant world. Leaves serve as the fundamental unit for photosynthesis and come in various shapes and sizes. Leaflets, on the other hand, are smaller segments of compound leaves and offer advantages such as increased surface area and flexibility. By exploring the functions, adaptations, and examples of both leaves and leaflets, we gain a deeper understanding of plant anatomy and the remarkable ways in which plants have evolved to thrive in different environments.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lotsafreshair.com/how-to-grow-fresh-sprouts-when-hiking/", "date": "2024-03-01T23:44:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475711.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301225031-20240302015031-00804.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9191355109214783, "token_count": 539, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__135928089", "lang": "en", "text": "What food do you crave when you come out of a few days in the bush? For me, it’s a takeaway shop hamburger with the works (Oh, and that’s a yes to pineapple and beetroot, bacon and egg), hold the chips. The bits I love the most are the crunchy iceberg lettuce and fresh tomato slices. As much as my go-to hiking food is pretty good, I will always crave something fresh, especially on longer trips.\nA really simple solution is to grow your own sprouts in a plastic container hanging off your backpack. Here’s how:\nHow to grow fresh sprouts on a hike\nYou will need\n- Sprout seeds (Alfalfa, Mung, Adzuki, Lentils)\n- Plastic container approx 10cm tall (round takeaway containers are perfect)\n- Clean Chux dish cloth\n- Robust rubber band\n- Access to drinking water twice a day\nPlace 1 tablespoon of seeds in the clean container. Alfalfa is a good one to start with.\nCut the dishcloth down to a size that when draped over the opening on the container, comes at least halfway down the sides.\nCover the container and secure it firmly with the rubber band.\nPour just enough warm water through the cloth onto the seeds to cover them. Leave overnight.\nIn the morning, rinse well (twice) with cold water running through the cloth onto the seeds, flip to drain.\nRinse twice daily, morning and evening.\nHang on the outside of your pack in a light coloured stuff sack so that sunlight and warmth can still do their trick and help you bring forth a harvest.\nSeeds will start sprouting in a few days depending on the temperature. In warmer climates (eg. NT) they will be ready in a few days. In colder climates, you may need to start your seeds a few days before you head out to make sure they are ready to eat when you are.\nPick out your fresh sprouts and enjoy them with your meals or as a snack throughout the day. If there’s any left at the end add liberally to your Milk Bar hamburger!\nAlternative: Instead of using a Chux cloth, you can use the lid of the container with lots of holes pierced in the top.\nFood safe warning\nSprouts aren’t the only thing that thrives in warm and humid conditions – unfriendly bugs like salmonella can too. So please check out this great info sheet from Safefood Queensland so you’re aware of the risks and recommendations.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.roamburgers.com/partners/", "date": "2024-03-02T22:07:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476137.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302215752-20240303005752-00006.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9339007139205933, "token_count": 650, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__76214097", "lang": "en", "text": "It takes quality ingredients to create quality food. That’s why we source from purveyors we know and trust. We are transparent about the origin of everything on our menu and work with suppliers who share our commitment to growing a sustainable food system.\n100% Grass-Fed Beef\nWe source 100% grass-fed beef from 4K Ranch, which raises cattle on green, open pastures in Montana. The cows live their entire lives grazing on grasslands, free of stress, focusing just on being cows. Natural grazing promotes soil and water conservation and reduces pollution. A grass-grazing diet creates more flavorful meat that is high in Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E and lower in saturated fat and calories than conventionally raised beef. No hormones or antibiotics are ever given.\nDiestel Family Turkey Ranch raises all-natural turkeys that live holistically and enrich their surrounding ecology. The turkeys get plenty of fresh air and are free to roam and peck both indoors and outdoors. Each bird is allowed to grow slowly (almost twice as long as conventional birds) which means that they can develop premium texture and flavor naturally. Turkeys are fed a premium diet and never given animal by-products, antibiotics or hormones.\nElk & Wild Boar\nDurham Ranch knows what it takes to raise quality animals sustainably. That is why we partner with them on a seasonal basis to supply us with elk and wild boar. Elk graze on lush, nutrient-rich pastureland and Wild boar feed on acorns and brush. These diets enhance the leanness and sweet, nutty, robust flavor of the meat. No vitamin supplements, growth promoters or antibiotics are given.\nColorado’s Great Range all-natural bison is raised sustainably on lush pastures in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The animals are not domesticated and spend their entire lives grazing on pesticide-free grasslands, creating nutrient-dense meat which is naturally lean and robust in flavor. Amino acids are the building blocks for protein, and bison delivers essential amino acids that our bodies need. The animals are never given antibiotics, chemicals or hormones.\nSince 1978, Pacific Coast Baking Company has been creating outstanding artisan bakery products. Led by \"Wild Bill\", the bakery produces fresh bread from scratch every day.\nWe source organic dairy from Straus Family Creamery, a pioneering family farm committed to sustainable, environmentally forward practices. All dairy cows are milked morning and afternoon, and spend the rest of the day out on pasture. The cows are fed a balanced, vegetarian diet consisting of fresh pasture grasses, silage and hay, as well as feeds that are 100% certified organic and Verified Non-GMO. The animals are never treated with hormones or antibiotics.\nFair Trade Coffee\nBorn in Portland, Oregon, Stumptown Coffee Roasters has been at the forefront of the “third wave” of coffee, in which cultivation, roasting and brewing dominate. Recognized for its sustainable, fair-trade ethos along with its bracing beans, Stumptown works to improve coffee by offering incentives to farmers for growing better, cleaner crops.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.brightonfarmersmarket.org/", "date": "2014-07-30T19:12:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1406510271648.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20140728011751-00194-ip-10-146-231-18.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8884537816047668, "token_count": 1498, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-23__0__175136711", "lang": "en", "text": "This Week at the Market – July 27\nJuly is an eventful and rewarding month at the Brighton Farmers’ Market. July opens with strawberries and other early summer crops, and by the end of the month, summer’s full bounty has arrived from the farms. The arrival of sweet corn at the market marks a summer milestone; this week Fisher Hill Farm is bringing early corn, plus sweet onions, scallions, beets, Swiss chard, carrots, potatoes, beans, garlic, lettuce, radishes, zucchini, summer squash, cucumbers, chicken, eggs, and Red Jacket juices. K&S Bischoping will have Flamin’ Fury peaches, blueberries, black raspberries, black and red currants, and gooseberries. Organic Matters will have romaine, butterhead, Red Lollo and buttercrunch lettuces; Tuscan and Red Russian kale; peas; beans; and fresh garlic.\nLighthouse Gardens will have certified organic cherry tomatoes, fresh garlic, garlic scapes, baby head lettuce bouquets, mixed baby kale, and sunflowers, as well as herb, vegetable, berry and ornamental transplants, summer blooming perennials and organic potting soil. Clearview Farm is bringing garlic, cukes, zukes and patty pan squash, dry beans, kale medley, bok choy, scallions, parsley, sweet marjoram, thyme, lemon basil, lemon mint, and buckwheat (for whole grain flour or garden cover crop). Jake of Lagoner Farms says this is a great week to stock up on blueberries for jam, freezing, or pies; Jake will also have peaches, apricots, plums, cherries, red and black raspberries, currants, eggplant, peppers, broccoli, beans, cucumbers, zucchini, radish, beets, and carrots.\nHoneyhill Farm will have a small amount of certified organic cherry tomatoes, along with bunches of red and golden beets, green beans, and fresh, pasture raised chicken. Fellenz Family Farm is bringing certified organic lettuce, kale (including bonus sized juice bunches), cucumbers, summer squash, Purple Haze carrots, peppers (sweet and hot), tomatoes, and eggplant. R&M Bischoping will have skinny no-spray green beans, sunflowers, no-spray cucumbers, baby and full-size zucchini and summer squash, Swiss chard and kale.\nShannon Brook Farm is featuring certified organic pork butt roasts for pulled pork. Bolton Farms will have soil-grown eggplant, peppers, and beans, and from the hydroponic greenhouse — Boston Bibb lettuce, lettuce bouquets, spring mix, spinach, tatsoi, bok choi, watercress, arugula, Swiss chard, basil, parsley, and kale (Red Russian, curly, and Lacinato).\nAndy’s Specialty Garlic & Produce is bringing certified organic beets, radishes, arugula, green beans, carrots, lettuce, garlic, green cabbage, kale, turnips, and pickling cucumbers. Buzz’s Garden will have tri-colored string beans, lime and Rosie basil, speckled Amish Bibb lettuce, Swiss chard, kale, beets, scallions, and young onions. Squash Blossom Farm is bringing new potatoes, cherry and slicing tomatoes, cabbage, kale, fresh sweet onions, basil, romaine lettuce, dandelion chicory, radicchio, escarole and artichokes.\nHappy Hooves Organic Farm will have some free range fresh and frozen chickens and cuts and eggs from free range hens,100% grass fed and finished beef cuts, and pasture raised pork cuts, all certified organic and soy free, plus the farm’s newest product — grill-ready chicken seasoned with certified organic herbs and spices. Dearhaven Farm is bringing garlic, onions, cukes, zukes, cherry tomatoes, beets, carrots, and herbs.\nGrowing Family Farm will have lots of tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, beans, broccoli, summer squash, and Singer’s tart cherry and organic apple juice. Shady Lane Farm is bringing new red potatoes, red beets, red mini-cabbages, scallions, broccoli, kohlrabi, summer squash, Swiss chard, the last of the sugar snap peas, parsley and chocolate mint, and fresh-cut flowers. Tripleberry Farm will have pesticide-free blueberries, new batches of goat milk soaps, including a new soap for poison ivy sufferers and an unscented soap for babies, and pesticide-free berry jams, including fresh blueberry.\nChicory Blue Gardens is bringing pretty summer bouquets, lilies, and glads. Newbury Park Pastries will have chicken, veggie, panang, and shepherds pot pies. Brian’s Kitchen is introducing new and improved snickerdoodles. Nordic Farm‘s jam of the week is blueberry, with blueberry jam bars, all made from Lagoner Farm blueberries. JonJohn’s Bakery will be featuring the first fresh cucumber veggie salad from John and Jonathan’s own garden plus pineapple upside down cake and peach cobbler.\nEat Me Ice Cream is bringing “I Dream of Italy” ice cream sandwiches (fresh basil and Luciana olive oil ice cream on a black pepper waffle), with dairy and vegan options, pints (lavender coconut, peanut butter coconut vegan, I Dream of Italy, and chocolate cherry bomb/creme fraiche sour cherry), and yogurt cherry and cherry berry ice candy. Hedonist Artisan Chocolates and Ice Cream will have fig and waffle bit and carrot cake ice cream pints.\nWohlschlegel’s Naples Maple Farm is bringing maple cotton fluff. Lavender Moon Herb Gardens will have all natural Bug Off insect repellent and other home grown herbal products. Lettuce B. Frank will have breakfast sandwiches w/ Irish Bacon, vegan carrot or beet sliders with egg & Ithaca raw milk cheddar on English muffins, Farmers Plates with rosemary sweet potato hash, vegan coleslaw, pickled market veggies & your choice of topping.\nAlso at the Market\nMusic this week is by the Stardust Jazz Trio. ColorBrightonGreen.org will collect recycling items; check here for items they are currently able to accept and recycle. The group is also looking for more volunteers to help with these collections; please consider helping this good cause. Please consider donating to the Brighton Food Cupboard, to support their efforts on behalf of the needy in our community.\nThe Brighton Farmers’ Market is held every Sunday through October 26 from 9 am to 1 pm. It is held in the Brighton High School parking lot, 1150 Winton Road S., and is sponsored by the Town of Brighton. More information about the market can be found at www.brightonfarmersmarket.org or on the Market’s Facebook page.\nSee you Sunday!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://teacupchronicles.com/?p=3681", "date": "2017-04-27T03:18:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917121865.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031201-00400-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9408886432647705, "token_count": 1073, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__269906216", "lang": "en", "text": "Starting around late August, the days start to take on a certain sweetness. The light begins to soften, the landscape moves to the muted mauves and golds of late summer’s wildflowers. And in the twilight air, when the sky turns pastel and the first stars appear on the horizon, there is a certain chill that was not there before. Suddenly it is a pleasure and even a hopeful desire to have the oven on in the evenings or a hot pan to stand over and stir, and there is even a sort of gladness when a cool rainy day confines one to the indoors.\nIt is an altogether different sort of sweetness that one experiences in those early spring days, when the weather can feel so similar. That is the sweetness of beginnings, of possibilities – the same sort tasted in the infant stages of a love affair, in our ambition and in all dreams fueled by hope. The sweetness of the first steps in a journey.\nBut this sweetness – the sweetness of ripe tomatoes and sweet corn, bunches of basil and the very first apples falling from the trees onto the roadside – this is the sweetness of endings. The sweetness of coming home again, of love that has endured, of gratitude, of harvesting. The sweetness of a seed planted in spring that has now come to fruit and seed again, nurtured by hot sunshine and damp soil and soft summer rains.\nThis is my favorite sort of sweetness. I do love all the seasons but there is something special about this time of year, this sense of fulfillment and quieting. I always feel in some way that I am settling back into myself again – as though for most of the summer I have been colored outside my own lines, expanded and stretched beyond them. Now I am relaxing back within them, pulled by some invisible tide.\nThe food of this time holds that comforting, fulfilling sense to me. There is a sense of thrill when the first asparagus comes in spring – but when one holds the first ears of corn and tender fleshed knobbly tomatoes of the year – there is a feeling like a sigh, a sense of relief. As though I have come back to a place I had longed for.\nSo you can think of this dish as a sort of celebration of that sweetness – sweet, tender corn and nutty barley topped with brightly colored hunks of heirloom tomatoes and tiny basil leaves that stain your fingers with their perfume. A harvest meal to eat in golden late August sunshine, feeling you have come home again, you have made it through another year.\nAdapted from a recipe in Bon Appetit\n- 2 tablespoons olive oil\n- 1 small onion, diced\n- 1 clove garlic, minced\n- 1.5 cups fresh sweet corn, cut from the cob\n- 5 cups vegetable stock\n- 2 teaspoons salt\n- a few tablespoons olive oil\n- 1 large onion, diced\n- 2 teaspoons dried thyme\n- 1 cup Scotch barley (or dehulled barley)\n- 1 cup white wine\n- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 1 ear of corn)\n- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan\n- 1 large or 2 small tomatoes, chopped into 1/4 inch hunks\n- a handful of small basil leaves\n- Salt and pepper to taste\n- To make the corn broth, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and stir occasional until it begins to turn translucent. Add the garlic and corn and continue to saute for another 5 minutes before you add the stock, salt and a pinch of pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a gentle simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Cool slightly and then puree the broth until smooth using a blender, immersion blender of food processor.\n- Once your corn broth is prepared, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and thyme, stirring occasionally for a few minutes, and then add the barley. Cook for about 5 minutes or so, stirring now and then to prevent sticking, and then throw the cup of white wine into the pan and let it sizzle away until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Once there is very little liquid visible in the pan, add 1 cup of the corn broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has been absorbed again - then add another cup of corn broth. Continue in this manner until you have used up your corn broth and the barley is chewy and tender (it won't get soft like the arborio rice used traditionally in risottos, but will retain a chewiness and bite). This should take about an hour. If the barley still has any crunch to it at this point, continue adding liquid in 1 cup increments - you can use stock or water - until it is completely cooked.\n- Once the barley is swelled, chewy and delicious - add the corn and the grated Parmesan, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Give it a taste - adding more Parmesan, salt or pepper as you see fit - and then dish up in large shallow bowls. Place a few heaping scoops of tomatoes over the top, sprinkle with the basil leaves and serve.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.westdalenurseries.co.uk/about-us/", "date": "2024-04-21T12:53:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817765.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421101951-20240421131951-00638.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9469807744026184, "token_count": 509, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__189545344", "lang": "en", "text": "Westdale Nurseries is located on the B3107 and a mile outside of the beautiful and picturesque town of Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire.\nWe are a family run nursery and we specialise in the cultivation of bougainvilleas. The nursery was founded in the 1940s by Charles and Evelyn Clarke in Bradford-on-Avon. With the success of the business and the need to expand, in 1954 the nursery was moved to its current 2 acre site. Today, the nursery is managed by Charles and Patricia Clarke and their children.\nThe bougainvillea plant was discovered during the round the world voyage of Louis Antoine, Comte de Bougainville (1729-1811), the French admiral and explorer. The plant was classified by Dr Philibert Commerçon (also sometimes spelled Commerson), the French botanist, who accompanied the admiral during a voyage of circumnavigation.\nCormmerson gathered bougainvillea specimens from Brazil during the voyage and the plant was then named in honour of the French admiral.\nBougainvillea brings a myriad of colours to horticulture with a hint of warmer climates inherent in its leaves and flowers. The plant shows a versatility to climates which allows it to flower continually throughout the year.\nAt Westdale Nurseries, we have been steadily collecting varieties of bougainvillea from all over the world for a number of years and we now have over 200 varieties.\nEach year, we increase our stock and variety. We sell year old plants for onward cultivation or more mature plants to grace your home, greenhouse or conservatory.\nDo please visit us at our nursery where, not only can you inspect the plants grown exclusively in a quarter of an acre greenhouse but also gain first hand knowledge from our experience of bougainvilleas and useful tips in the growing of this unique flowering plant.\nBougainvilleas are grown in baskets or they can be grown over conservatory roofs to provide a natural shade and reduce the need for blinds. The versatility of the plant also allows it to be grown as Bonsai or as a pot plant.\nLooking for something extra for your Special Occasion? At Westdale Nurseries, we can supply bougainvillea to create a really exotic look and feel to your special day. Please contact us for special hire and event bookings on 01225 863258.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://absecongreenteam.com/projects/farmersmarket/", "date": "2023-05-31T09:26:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646457.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20230531090221-20230531120221-00061.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9466153979301453, "token_count": 291, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__75715757", "lang": "en", "text": "The Absescon Green Team is partnering with Go Green Galloway (Galloway’s Green Team) to offer a farmer’s market to residents. The goals of the Galloway Green Market are to bring fresh and locally grown produce and products made from them to local residents; to support local growers and artisans; and to increase community awareness of sustainability.\nThe market will be held at the Galloway Municipal Complex on Sundays from 10am – 1pm from August 13th to October 15th 2017 and will feature fresh local produce, seafood, flowers and artisan prepared foods.\nFarmer’s markets in neighboring Atlantic County municipalities have been successful and a source of community pride. We are currently soliciting vendors (vegetables, fruits, and homemade foods). We have spots available for the full season as well as one-time pop-ups. Vendors can apply here.\nDates and times\nThursday afternoons 4:00pm – 7:00 pm – we’re shaking things up a bit! Split season market:\nEarly market: June 7, 14, 21, and 28\nLate Market: August 16, 23, 30, and September 13\nGalloway Municpal Complex\n300 E Jimmie Leeds Rd.\nGalloway, NJ 08205\nDetailed vendor information and application forms can be found here; hold harmless form is here.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.defenderpest.com/lawn-care", "date": "2021-10-27T12:26:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323588153.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20211027115745-20211027145745-00422.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9295564293861389, "token_count": 459, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__232283576", "lang": "en", "text": "Professional Lawn Care Services In Sacramento, CA\nDisplaying a beautifully maintained lawn in Sacramento, CA is a point of great pride for many homeowners. It is also a very time-consuming responsibility and is challenging for many people to maintain along with their busy lifestyle. Luckily, you can maintain an active social life and still enjoy a gorgeous lawn with help from our professional team at Defender Termite & Pest Management.\nOur Lawn Care Offerings\nSeveral factors play a part in achieving a beautifully maintained lawn. We know that no two properties are exactly alike, so we have developed a wide range of lawn care offerings. These services are listed below and will aid in the beauty and maintenance of your property.\n- Fertilizes your lawn with the application of season-specific fertilizer blends.\nLawn Disease & Pest Control:\n- Treats for causes of lawn rust and fungus.\nBroadleaf Weed Control:\n- Controls broadleaf weeds with an application of a selective herbicide without damaging your lawn.\nFlower Bed Weed Control:\n- Eliminates existing weeds and prevents new weeds from growing.\nAphid & Whitefly Control:\n- Protects roses, crepe myrtles, and other flowers from aphids and whiteflies.\nRose & Shrub Fertilization:\n- Helps flower beds flourish with healthy and vibrant blooms.\nWatering & Mowing Guidance:\n- Provides instructions on how to best water and mow your lawn and will be provided by your technician after service.\nGopher, Mole & Vole Control:\n- Keeps gophers, moles, and voles at bay using a variety of effective control methods.\nAll of these services are available and you can opt in for them as needed or wanted. Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain the lawn of your dreams as easily as possible!\nGet Started With Superior Lawn Care For Your Sacramento Property\nOur professional team of lawn care experts at Defender Termite & Pest wants you to have the lawn of your dreams. We help you take great pride in your Sacramento property by utilizing our expertise and skill to create a space that you love and enjoy. Contact us today to get started and make your dream lawn a reality!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.dillard.edu/du-news/du-celebrates-communiversity-day/", "date": "2024-04-22T09:42:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818105.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422082202-20240422112202-00345.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9194380044937134, "token_count": 252, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__181832128", "lang": "en", "text": "On Saturday, March 2, 2024, Dillard University, in collaboration with Progressive Baptist Church and Grow D’at, celebrated a successful Communiversity Day with a garden box growing session. Led by Nick Harris, executive director of Community and Church Relations, and Dr. Samantha L. Gerlach, assistant professor of STEM Biology, the event brought together participants from Dr. Gerlach’s Ecology courses and LS-LAMP researchers for an engaging and hands-on experience.\nDuring the session, attendees enthusiastically weeded and prepared garden boxes, before planting a variety of herbs and vegetables such as rosemary, spearmint, parsley, calendula, peppers, and tomatoes. These newly established garden boxes represent a commitment to promoting education and community involvement, with Dillard University’s service-oriented ethos driving efforts to enhance knowledge and activities related to nutritional and medicinal equity within the local community.\nThe event highlighted the importance of collaboration, sustainability, and community engagement in fostering a healthier and more connected environment. By coming together to cultivate these garden boxes, Dillard University and its partners have taken meaningful steps towards promoting Dillard as a leader in developing healthy, safe and innovative communities through its living, learning, and serving community.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://newmanciancibelli.com/Asset.asp?AssetID=8902&AKey=6N346RXE", "date": "2023-06-07T19:00:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224654012.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20230607175304-20230607205304-00424.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9243201613426208, "token_count": 264, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__85596858", "lang": "en", "text": "Our work is based on observations of our home in North Central Washington, a place of rugged mountains, sagebrush foothills, and narrow river valleys. While the snow-capped peaks inspire awe, it is the sparse dry hills and agricultural fields that continually draw our attention. It is in these lowlands that we find our voice, exploring the intersection of the native landscape and the influence of man in transforming that landscape.\nBlackbirds flocking to a lone cottonwood tree, a full September moon signaling the harvest, straw bales left to rot in a farmer’s field, an abandoned fence line of weathered posts. These simple, abstract images present to the viewer a single moment in time, but a more elaborate storyline lies in the periphery. The narrative tells of the cycles and the seasons that inform and direct our daily lives. It defines our connection to place, to each other, and to our collective past. It conveys the story of culture, community and dedication to a way of life.\nOur current work represents a view of our small farm and the surrounding agricultural fields and ranch lands. It is about the transformation of the land, but it is also an expression of the value of agriculture and the importance of simplicity, patience, and respect for the natural rhythms of the land.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://goldstreetbusiness.com/2018/business/support-farming-input-dealers-with-wider-distribution-networks/", "date": "2022-09-26T21:33:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030334942.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20220926211042-20220927001042-00660.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9558680057525635, "token_count": 508, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__212943102", "lang": "en", "text": "Managing Director of Yara Ghana, Danquah Addo-Yobo has called on government through the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to ensure that inputs provided under the Planting for Food and Jobs Programme gets to farmers in rural areas by placing more emphasis on input dealers with wider distribution network.\nAddo-Yobo said this at the Planting for Food and Jobs policy evaluation session at the just ended 8th Pre-harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition held at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, Tamale.\nIn August 2017, President Akufo-Addo launched the Planting for Food and Jobs Policy to serve as a security for smallholder farmers who have since ages past been at the worst end of poverty despite being the providers of majority of food consumed in Ghana.\nWith this policy, seeds and fertilizers were given to small holder farmers with a farm size less than 5 acres at 50 percent discount and also on credit to be repaid after harvest.\nOne year down the line, arguably the biggest platform yet for a review of the program was provided at the just ended 8th Pre-harvest Agribusiness Conference and Exhibition.\nThe session took a detailed introspection into the Planting for Food and Jobs policy, looked at the high points, identified the problems and agreed on a solution to the said problems.\nIn his opening remark to update participants on progress made after one year of implementing the policy, Dr Seth Osei Akoto, Director of Crops at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture said that a year since the implementation of the program, Ghana’s harvest for maize and rice have hit three hundred and five thousand (305,000) and one hundred and seventy nine thousand (179,000) metric tonnes respectively.\n“Seven Hundred and Forty Five Thousand (745,000) direct and indirect jobs have been created over the same period”. He said.\nMr Seidu Haffis, a farmer from Upper West Region who was part of the panel to contribute from the farmer’s perspective shared his experience.\nHe alluded to the reliefs brought to farmers by the programme and how inputs were made available to farmers as promised even though some farmers could not afford it despite the subsidy.\nSharing a UDS research and Evaluation of the program in the Northern Region with the house, Dr Danso Abbeam said that the program saw rice yield rise by 8 percent, soybeans 7.5 percent and maize 4 percent.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.memyselfandeyebook.com/going-bananas-by-angela-thompson-smith/", "date": "2019-02-19T02:47:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247489304.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20190219020906-20190219042906-00634.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9786896705627441, "token_count": 915, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__139205463", "lang": "en", "text": "Being a child of the post-WWII world, we didn’t see many bananas as I was growing up. England may be temperate but it is far from tropical, even if it is washed by the Gulf Stream. The few bananas we saw came off the Banana Boats that arrived with cargoes of ripe fruit at the Port of Bristol docks down at Avonmouth. The bananas would be harvested in the Islands, in great green clusters, and arrive in the UK, yellow and fragrant. However, being picked green, the bunches often harbored tropical, poisonous snakes and spiders and the British stevedores unloading the boats had to be very vigilant.\nBoth of my Grandfathers, my Dad, and various Uncles worked on the docks and smuggled bananas out to their families. They were a rare treat! Sometimes crates would break, “sort of by accident”, and all sorts of treasures made their way past the dock authorities: small amounts of Ceylon tea in a twist of paper, single bananas, glass marbles, fresh oranges, Chinese wooden ornaments; anything that could be tucked in a coat pocket. Nothing rare or expensive but in post-war England these were treats.\nSometimes the Banana Boats would be delayed at sea and the bananas rotted in the holds. The stinking fruit would be hauled off to the salt marshes where they would be burned. The plumes of black smoke from the mud flats let us know there would be no contraband bananas that week.\nBananas became more plentiful in England and were a great treat. They became incorporated into British recipes such as Banana Custard and Manchester Tart: a pastry base, covered with fruit jam, layered with bananas slices, and covered with sweet, yellow Bird’s custard. During my nursing training days, this was a favorite pudding in the hospital dining room.\nI never thought the time would come when I would never want to see another banana! In my twenties I volunteered with the British organization, Voluntary Services Abroad, and spent two years on the tropical Llanos plains of Colombia, South America. Arriving at the orphanage to take care of the babies and children, I noted the great bunches of bananas hanging and ripening in the kitchen. My mouth watered! But, after two years of a Spartan diet, with bananas as desert most days and for snacks, I was so sick of them that I vowed never to eat one again – but I did, years later.\nThe banana tree is a marvelous plant: it often begins as a creeping root from another banana tree, sometimes on a neighboring property, and grows fast. The stem is actually multiple folds of leaves that shoot up to the sky, to erupt almost overnight in a flurry of huge, segmented leaves. The banana tree trunk is full of water and very heavy: it has to be to support the great bunches of bananas they produce. Before the fruit come the flowers: exquisite forms of conical, interfolded, deep purple petals and a perfume that attract butterflies, moths and many different insects including ants, that all play a part in the pollination of the fruit. After the tree has fruited it dies and falls heavily to the ground to nourish the next tree that will grow in its place. It almost seemed like these new trees arrive overnight: where there was a space between the guava trees and orange bushes there would spring up a new banana tree. The same happened with the papaya and avocado trees: they were rarely planted but were there, almost by magic.\nI’m pretty prosaic about bananas now, I still enjoy them but have had a few culinary disasters, like the time I tried to make banana ice-cream, and bananas and Cheddar cheese don’t really go well together! I mainly stick to eating the fresh fruit. However, my greatest treat in the world is Bananas Foster – with real vanilla ice-cream! I never knew that you could coat sliced bananas in a warm, gooey, caramel sauce that you could turn crunchy by chilling! And you could even souse them with rum: a far cry from the smuggled tropical treats off the Banana Boats!\nPublishing Editor’s Note: Once again, Angela’s life experiences leap off the page and into our imagination and hearts. I know you will never view a bunch of Bananas in the same way. The photo was taken by me.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://rayacompremium.com/portfolio/produce-carton-with-die-cut-holes/", "date": "2024-02-24T20:05:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474544.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224180245-20240224210245-00820.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8696464896202087, "token_count": 247, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__111552495", "lang": "en", "text": "Introducing our specially designed Produce Carton with Die Cut Holes, a testament to the freshness and quality of Bean Sprout King’s premium produce. In a single, earthy colour, these cartons embody the essence of simplicity and sustainability, aligning perfectly with Bean Sprout King’s commitment to delivering nature’s best.\nCrafted from robust Brown Corrugated Fiberboard, these cartons not only ensure the protection and preservation of Bean Sprout King’s delicate bean sprouts but also underscore the brand’s dedication to eco-friendly packaging. The die-cut holes are strategically placed, allowing for optimal ventilation, and maintaining the crispness and vitality of the bean sprouts.\nThe utilitarian design of the carton, coupled with the durability of corrugated fiberboard, guarantees a secure and fresh delivery every time. Bean Sprout King’s commitment to quality shines through in every detail, and our Produce Carton is the ideal companion to showcase the excellence of their produce.\nDiscover how our innovative packaging solutions can elevate your brand’s identity and contribute to a sustainable future. Contact us today to explore the possibilities for your custom packaging needs.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://sweetleafmagazine.com/archives/136", "date": "2024-04-22T06:40:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818081.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422051258-20240422081258-00593.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9487142562866211, "token_count": 425, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__182281495", "lang": "en", "text": "Weedgrowhub.com has published a guide to successful cloning of cannabis, which is considered a good option for both beginners and experienced cultivators and can save growers of a lot of time and money, providing them with a good harvest with the needed properties.\nThe guide starts with highlighting the reasons why clones are better than seeds including the fact seeds from plants are always a bit different, so they display varying properties. With clones, on the other hand, the DNA of the mother plant will always display the same properties as the mother. This allows cultivators to produce a bigger harvest in less time. At this point, the guide provides a useful link to another article on the pros and cons of clones where growers are advised to be careful to choose a clone of a healthy plant rather than a diseased one.\nIn the second part of the guide, cultivators are advised to visit a dispensary to find the best plants and look for three signs of a healthy plant when selecting a strain to clone: the leaves, which should be smooth and green; the stalk, which should be light brown or green; and the roots, which should be white without any damage or bugs.\nThe third step advises growers to prepare their equipment including the sterilizing solution, razors or scissors, cloning powder/gel, starter cubes, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), and an incubator. Cultivators then need to take a 5-10 inch cutting from the mother plant that is not in flowering mode, place it in water to avoid air contamination, remove the lower leaves, place it in rooting solution, and put the cutting into a starter cube.\nIn the final step, cultivators are advised to prevent clones from flowering immediately by waiting for days to get longer for outside cultivation or place the clones 30 inches away from strong lights during the initial period if cultivating indoors.\nWeed Grow Hub is a site with a wide range of articles devoted to growing marijuana, from sourcing seeds and plants through to events that would be appealing to growers.\nInterested readers can find out more at www.weedgrowhub.com", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://zmosi.com/topacio8748", "date": "2021-08-05T15:37:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046155925.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805130514-20210805160514-00150.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9195151329040527, "token_count": 518, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-31", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__27902871", "lang": "en", "text": "Volume XXXIINumber 1Page 4 Jule-Lynne Macie, the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension coordinator in Rockdale County, offers five winning tips on keeping insects under control in your garden.1. Check your plants often. “You can’t just stand on your back porch with a cup of coffee and stare out at your garden,” Macie said. “Touch the plants and turn the leaves over.” Insect population growth can be so fast that you may not see them on one Saturday and they’ve taken over your plants on the next.2. Know how to care for each plant. “People try to do one thing and think it’s good for everything,” she said. It may not be, so learn what each particular plant needs.3. Don’t plant plants that are known to have pest problems. “If you do plant one of those,” she said, “make sure you take the time to take care of that insect, which can be a full-time project. Any time an insect is named after a plant, it’s not a good sign.”4. Mulch your plants. “This helps prevent competition so the plant can be healthier,” she said. “Use 3 to 4 inches of pine straw or nuggets around your plants. The larger the mulched area, the better.”5. Plant for your zone. “Blue spruce doesn’t grow down here because it’s too hot,” she said. Georgia’s plant hardiness zones range from a cool 6b in Young Harris to a sweltering 8b in Thomasville. Don’t expect plants that aren’t hardy in your zone to grow there just because you like them.These steps will help keep your plants healthier, Macie said, so they can help you quell potential insect problems.If you don’t know what plant hardiness zone you live in or have other gardening questions, call your county UGA Extension office at 1-800-ASK-UGA1.(Stephanie Schupska is a news editor for the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.) By Stephanie SchupskaUniversity of GeorgiaWhether you’re a complete newbie or a seasoned pro in the garden, insect problems can still ruin your whole day. But you don’t have to just wait for the worst to happen.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://paisleyfair.com/", "date": "2021-06-13T02:47:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487598213.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20210613012009-20210613042009-00227.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9614835977554321, "token_count": 360, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-25", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__171199384", "lang": "en", "text": "Executive, Directors and Volunteers have had a few meetings over the past year. The option has always been to meet virtually, along with attending our socially distanced, outdoor meetings. This has worked very well and ensures the continuation of the Agricultural Society, an important part of the community.\nAt Opening Ceremonies on Saturday Sept. 7th, Taylor Ribey, daughter of Bruce and Heather Ribey was chose as our Ambassador for this year. Great opening ceremonies with a record live auction of first place pies, official opening by Dr. Tammi Ribey, and presentation of Agricultural Service Award to John and Lisa Thornburn.\nBarn Quilt Workshops We are the grateful recipients of a grant providing financial support from Community Foundation Grey Bruce to offer barn quilt workshops in 2019. Our first workshop ran July 15th to 18th and was very well attended! The second workshop ran in late September and hosted even more eager barn quilt painters. […]\nCovid 19 Pandemic Update\nThe 2021 Paisley Fall Fair has been Cancelled\nIn light of Covid 19 and the devastating impact it has brought to our world, the Paisley Agricultural Society Board of Directors has made the decision to cancel the 2021 Fall Fair. We value our dedicated volunteers, we care about the well-being and safety of our members, judges, vendors and our fair-goers and we respect our community, our supporters and our surrounding agricultural societies. All of these factors made the decision be the only right decision.\nMark Your Calendars for an Alternative Agricultural Activity on Sunday September 12, 2021\nThe Directors, Executive and Committee Chairpeople are very keen to do something for our community and to Celebrate our Agricultural Traditions, so planning is underway. Watch for more information as it develops.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ooka.co.za/index.php?route=tmdblog/blog&blog_id=7", "date": "2024-02-25T14:48:09Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474617.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225135334-20240225165334-00138.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9609304070472717, "token_count": 621, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__47602681", "lang": "en", "text": "Growing your own food and using easy composting and recycling systems can benefit a home and community in many ways. The self-reliance that comes from being able to feed oneself is priceless. It is a substantial skill to have. The economy changes all the time, resources change all the time, income sources can change in a heartbeat, but you don't need to be at the whim of these changes when you can feed yourself. If there is a garden growing vegetables, there will always be food on the table.\nPlanting and growing vegetables are just the beginning of how gardening can benefit a family. Most garden rubbish and kitchen garbage can be eliminated with the use of a compost. Scraps from the dinner table and green waste from the garden get put into the compost bin. Once the compost reaches maturity, it can be spread in the garden as a nutrient-rich fertilizer. It is a low-effort system to set up too. Building or purchasing the compost bin is the hardest part. Then, a few times a month, the waste gets stirred and mixed up. This recycling can enhance your garden crops and improve them exponentially. It will also save you money on garden fertilizer since you are creating your own.\nRecycling grey water is another simple, low-energy, way to save money. Water used for cooking, bathing (as long as no toxic soaps, cleaners, or detergents are used), and washing should not be thrown away. This water can be used in your garden. It doesn't need to be treated or cleaned beforehand, either. A pipe can be installed that directs all the greywater from your house into the garden. Alternately, you can move the water yourself. Keep a bucket around to put old cooking water in or take the water out to the garden right in the cooking pot.\nA biodigester is an economical way to use organic waste as a means to produce fuel for cooking. A bio-digester is an investment as they are not inexpensive. The money that will be saved on fuel, however, is incredible. On average, a bio-digester made for a single home can produce 1-2 hours of cooking gas. No longer does a household need to rely on outside sources or pay for cooking fuel. The bio-digester is powered with leftover food scraps and organic material, stuff that would normally be thrown in the garbage.\nSelf-sufficiency is empowering. If you are growing your own food, composting your waste, and creating your own cooking fuel, the unpredictable nature of the world becomes less of a problem. There is less need to rely on others for your family's well-being.\nOoka is the next step in equipping you with the tools you need to succeed on your own. Ooka provides a place for you to sell the crops you grow on a small or large scale. Customers can find and connect with you easily without either of you leaving your home. They receive the fresh, local, vegetables they desire and you receive an income to help you achieve your dreams.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://kansabook.com/read-blog/91255", "date": "2023-03-25T14:07:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945333.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20230325130029-20230325160029-00167.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9092623591423035, "token_count": 1164, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__283544845", "lang": "en", "text": "Tomato Seeds Market Analysis:\nVarious factors are adding to the global Tomato Seeds Market growth. According to the new MRFR report, such factors include improvements in tomato farming for advances in breeding techniques seed science, growing demand for processed foods for improving living standards increasing disposable income, and surging demand for canned and frozen products such as tomato juices, soups, pasta sauces, and more.\nThe global Tomato Seeds Market Size is projected to reach US$ 1,798.9 million by 2027, at a CAGR of 6.7% over the forecast period, owing to increasing consumer awareness regarding health benefits of tomato seeds, according to the new report by Market Research Future (MRFR). Tomatoes are added in dishes or diet to improve the taste and flavor of the food. They are also processed in order to store it for future use.\nOn the contrary, the seeds perishable nature, high cost of research and development associated time frame, and high investments are factors that may limit the global tomato seeds market growth over the forecast period.\nBased on the region, the global tomato seeds market report covers the growth opportunities and recent trends across North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific (APAC), and the Rest of the World (RoW). Among these, North America is predicted to lead the market over the forecast period. The presence of several eminent players in this region, coupled with the growing awareness about tomatoes high nutritional value that in turn has boosted its consumption rate are adding to the global tomato seeds market growth in the region. The US has the maximum share in the region.\nThe global tomato seeds market in the APAC region is predicted to grow at a high CAGR over the forecast period. Increasing adoption of hybrid tomato seeds with better drought and disease resistance traits, growing population, and burgeoning demand for food owing to a favorable climate for tomato farming are adding to the global tomato seeds market growth in the region. China India have the maximum share in the region for the growing cultivation of tomato.\nThe global tomato seeds market in Europe is predicted to have a notable growth over the forecast period. Burgeoning demand for processed food that is tomato-based among European consumers, coupled with the growing demand for frozen vegetables is adding to the global tomato seeds market growth in the region. The UK, Germany, Netherlands, and France have the maximum share in the region as they are the key importers of frozen vegetables.\nThe global tomato seeds market in the RoW is predicted to have sound growth over the forecast period.\nEminent players profiled in the global Key Tomato Seeds Market Players report include East-West Seeds (Thailand), Sakata Seed Corporation (Japan), Namdhari Seeds Pvt. Ltd (India), BASF SE (Germany), Gansu Dunhuang Seed Co., Ltd. (China), Mahindra Agri Solutions Ltd. (India), Liaoning Dongya Agricultural Development Co., Ltd., (China), Takii Company, Limited. (Japan), VoloAgri Group, Inc. (US), Bejo Zaden BV (Netherlands), Advanta Seeds Pty Ltd (Australia), Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. (Netherlands), Syngenta Crop Protection AG (Switzerland), Vilmorin Cie SA (France), and Asia Seed Co., Ltd. (South Korea).\nThe MRFR report gives an inclusive segmental analysis of the global Tomato Seeds Market Overview based on category, variety, and plant type.\nBy category, the global tomato seeds market is segmented into conventional and organic. Of these, the conventional tomato seeds segment will lead the market over the forecast period. The high consumption of these tomatoes, coupled with the accessibility of different varieties of tomatoes grown by conventional farming methods, is adding to the segment's growth.\nBy variety, the global tomato seeds market is segmented into hybrid and heirloom. Of these, the heirloom segment will dominate the market over the forecast period. High nutritional content, open-pollinated, and cost-effectiveness are adding to the growth of the segment.\nBy plant type, the global tomato seeds market is segmented into indeterminate and determinate. Of these, the determinate plant type segment will have a major share in the market over the forecast period.\nAbout Market Research Future:\nMarket Research Future (MRFR) is a world-renowned market research company that offers a wide range of services, complete with accurate and precise analysis about diverse markets, sub-markets and target consumers. Our approach is a combination of extensive information and multiple data sources that help provide an exhaustive comprehension about the latest major developments to the client, in addition to future events and what measures and decisions to take on the basis of the same.\nOur fast-emerging market research firm is armed with an adept research analysts’ team that focuses on gathering useful data and analytics in terms of economic and technological advances. Our proficient analysts conduct industrial visits in a bid to achieve reliable and accurate information from established market participants. One of our foremost objectives is to keep the client well-versed with all the lucrative opportunities as well as challenges surrounding various global markets. We offer step-by-step guidance to our clients, through consulting and strategic services, enabling them to arrive at a practical and effective decision.\nMarket Research Future (part of Wantstats Research and Media Private Limited),\n99 Hudson Street, 5Th Floor,\nNew York, New York 10013\nUnited States of America\n+1 628 258 0071", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ista.ac.at/en/news/jiri-friml-receives-czech-neuron-award/", "date": "2024-04-12T14:08:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816024.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412132154-20240412162154-00384.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9571146965026855, "token_count": 393, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__8022478", "lang": "en", "text": "November 13, 2019\nJiří Friml receives Czech “Neuron Award for Lifetime Contribution to Science”\nNeuron Foundation honors plant biologist for lifelong research into plant hormone auxin.\nIn its commitment to support science, the Czech Neuron Foundation has presented this year’s awards and financial premiums to eight internationally recognised scientists. The highest award—the Neuron Award for Lifetime Contribution to Science—went to IST Austria professor and plant biologist of Czech origin Jiří Friml. He received the prestigious national prize worth around €80,000 for his research into plant development, in particular the function of the plant hormone auxin. According to the Neuron Foundation, his work is “a key contribution to an understanding of why, under certain conditions, plants are more flexible and resilient than humans.” Friml’s work contributes to the efforts of increasing the efficiency of crop yield as well as the improvement of their nutrition quality.\nProfessor Friml: “Receiving the Neuron award is very special to me. As it is a Czech award, it is great to know that my colleagues at home appreciate me and my group’s work. I feel that it is also a distinction to the whole fantastic plant research community in Czech Republic, which we share many fruitful collaborations with.”\nThe Neuron Foundation interviewed Jiří Friml about his research (video in Czech only).\n© NF Neuron\nThe Neuron Awards are prestigious scientific awards given to the best Czech scientists. Each award is associated with a personal financial premium; in the ten years of the Foundation’s operation the patrons have donated a total of CZK 66 million (ca. €2.6 million) to Czech science. The world-class quality of the laureates is guaranteed by an international scientific committee that participates in the selection of awardees.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://iitkgp.vlab.co.in/index.php?sub=79&brch=262&sim=1415&cnt=1", "date": "2018-04-21T07:27:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945082.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20180421071203-20180421091203-00386.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8877518177032471, "token_count": 3674, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__159623438", "lang": "en", "text": "- Anthocyanins, one of the important classes of flavonoids are important pigmented compounds in plants which play protective role under different stress conditions.\n- Pigmentation is the oldest trait employed for studies in genetics.\n- Sir Gregor John Mendel, the founder of modern genetics, studied inheritance of flower and seed color in pea. Mendel’s work on flower color in peas was the initiative to study the genetics of anthocyanin synthesis.\n- Barbara Mc Clintock, the discoverer of transposable elements and epigenetic gene regulation, used pigmentation pattern of maize kernels as marker in her research.\n- Before the structures of anthocyanins and flavonoids were determined, the color changes were observed with respect to genetic loci. Before the elucidation of the structures, the particular structural alterations of anthocyanins were correlated with single genes in the presence or absence of particular flavonoid.\n- Mutations in the anthocyanin genes are easily identified because they have no harmful effect on plant growth and development. More recently, genes involved in the biosynthesis of anthocyanin pigments have been isolated and characterized by using recombinant DNA technologies.\n- For elucidating the anthocyanin biosynthetic biosynthetic pathway, two species are particularly studied Maize and Petunia.\n- In this context, we are going to describe the genes controlling biosynthesis in Zea mays and Petunia hybrida. The biosynthetic pathways of both the plant species have some major common reactions, but there are some differences regarding the types of anthocyanins produced by each of the above two species.\n- Maize can't produce delphinidin whereas Petunia is incapable of producing pelargonidin pigments.\n- Genetic engineering of a secondary metabolic pathway aims to either increase or decrease the quantity of a certain compounds or a group of compounds. To increase the production of a group of compounds, two general approaches have been followed.\n1. Firstly methods have been employed to change the expression of one or few genes, thereby overcoming specific rate limiting steps in the pathway to shut down competitive pathways and to decrease the catabolism of the product of interest.\n2. Secondly attempts have been made to change the expression of regulatory genes that control multiple biosynthesis genes. Flavonoid and anthocyanin biosynthesis was the first target for genetic engineering, as the biosynthetic pathway was well known and the results could easily be observed by changes in flower colour.\n- In the past few years several secondary metabolism genes has been over-expressed in the original plant or in other plant species.\n- In some cases, over-expression resulted in an improved production of the desired production of the desired products, whereas in other cases only an increase in the level of the direct product of the over-expressed enzyme was achieved.\n- The below table shows increased product accumulation due to gene expression of some of the enzymes involved in the metabolic pathway of the plants.\nMaize Anthocyanin Pathway\n- The anthocyanins generally accumulate in the vacuoles of the aleurone cells late during development of the kernel after abscisic acid; a plant hormone activates the biosynthetic pathway.\n- The production of anthocyanin pigments in the aleurone layer of maize endosperm requires the products of both structural and regulatory genes.\n- The anthocyanin pathway of maize includes eight known enzymatic genes(a1,a2,bz1,bz2,c2,chi, pr and whp) that catalyze the biosynthesis or transport of anthocyanin and five regulatory genes(b, cl ,pl, r and vp1) that govern the tissue-specific expression of anthocyanin synthesis.\n- The over-expression of the maize transcriptions factors C1 and R in combination with the chalcone synthase gene resulted in activation of anthocyanin biosynthesis in rice, causing an increased resistance to fungi.\n- The anthocyanin color in the aleurone layer of the endosperm requires dominant alleles at eight loci a1, a2, c1, c2, r, bz1, bz2, vp and r. The regulatory c1 locus is required for the synthesis of anthocyanins in the aleurone and scutellar tissues of maize kernels.\n- The mutants can effect embryo and endosperm development (defective kernel, dek, mutants), endosperm development (defective endosperm, mutants) and embryo development (embryo specific, emb, mutants). These mutants affect embryo development at many different times and in different ways.\n- The mutants affecting endosperm have also been shown to differentially affect development in other tissues. The genes C, C2, R, A, A2, Bz, Bz2 and Pr are required for the formation of purple anthocyanin in the aleurone tissue of maize, and the recessive gene(s) results in non-purple (red, bronze and colorless).\nTransport of Anthocyanins in Zea mays\n- In Zea mays, anthocyanins are synthesized in the cytoplasm and they are transported in the vacuole by Multidrug Resistance Transporter (MRP).\n- There are two genes namely ZmMrp3 and ZmMrp4 involved in the expression of them in the pigmented aleurones of the maize kernels.\n- Phytic acid is the major source of the phosphate content in maize kernels. Phytic acid generally accumulates in the scutellum as a mixture of phytae salts of several cations such as potassium, iron, zinc etc). The phytase enzyme results in degredation of the phytic acid during the seed germination.\n- A novel gene ZmMrp4 coding multidrug resistance-associated protein is mainly responsible for lpa1 (low phytic acid) mutation. Lesions in the ZmMrp4 cause lpa1 mutations in maize.\n- The mutation caused by this gene leads to the higher level of accumulation of anthocyanins. Depending on the pH of the surrounding where anthocyanins accumulate, their color varies. This lpa1 mutant may be responsible for the color variation of the maize kernels.\nMaize genes studied by Barbara Mc Clintock\nC’- Dominant allele on the short arm of chromosome 9 that prevents color from being expressed in the aleurone layer of maize kernels, causing a so called “colorless” phenotype (which is actually white or yellow in color). This is also known as inhibitor allele.\nC- Recessive allele on the short arm of chromosome 9 that leads to color development.\nBz- Dominant allele on the short arm of chromosome 9 that leads to purple phenotype.\nbz- Recessive allele on the short arm of chromosome 9 that leads to dark brown phenotype.\nGenes involved in Maize anthocyanin pathway and their role\n- Chalcone Synthase(CHS)- Two genes encode the chalcone synthase activity in Maize anthocyanin pathway. colorless2 (c2), is involved in the anthocyanin biosynthesis in seed and white pollen 1(whp1) controls CHS activity in pollen.\n- Chalcone Isomerase (CHI) – (chi) encodes the enzyme chalcone isomerase in Maize. Expression of this gene is seen in light grown seedlings (pigmented) and pigmented pericarps but not expressed in unpigmented pericarps.\n- Flavanone-3-hydroxylase (F3H) – In Maize, this enzyme is encoded by the gene (fht1). F3H expression directly correlates with the pigmentation levels in kernels and flavonol level in anthers.\n- Flavonoid-3’-hydroxylase (F3’H) - This enzyme is encoded by the maize red aleurone1 (pr1) gene. Red Aleurone1 (pr1) describes the kernel color associated with the recessive phenotype phenotype and identifies a specific structure of the seed involved in its expression, the aleurone. This structural gene encoded for the protein flavonoid 3- hydroxylase, an enzyme that is responsible for the production of cyanidin-glucoside, the purple pigment produced in the anthocyanin pathway. The color of the aleurone pr plants is purple due to the accumulation of mostly cyanidin glucoside whereas aleurone of (pr) plants is red due to accumulation of mostly pelargonidin glucoside.\n- Dihydroflavonol-4-reductase (DFR) – (a1) gene encodes the DFR enzyme in maize. Mutations at the a1 gene of maize leads to the production of colorless aleurone layer.\n- Anthocyanidin synthase (ANS) – (a2) gene controls the enzymatic conversion of leucoanthocyanidins to anthocyanidins. Mutation of the (a2) gene blocks thee enzymatic conversion of leucoanthocyanidins to anthocyanidins. The (a2) genes codes for a protein that shares sequence similarity to the family of 2-oxo-glutarate-dependent-oxygenases like F3H.\n- UDP-Glucose Flavonoid-3-Glucosyl transferase (UFGT) - The maize (bz1) gene encodes the activity of this enzyme.\n- Glutathione-S-transferase (GST) - In Maize (bz2) gene encodes the activity of this enzyme. Recessive mutations of the bronze (bz2) gene of maize results in bronze pigmentation of the aleurone layer and modify purple plant color to reddish brown. Maize anthocyanin accumulates within the vacuole in the presence of (bz2) gene. Lack of this gene leads to the accumulation of anthocyanins in the cytosol.\nGene Gene product\nc2 chalcone synthase\nchi1 chalcone isomerase\npr1 flavonoid 3’-hydroxylase\nfht1 flavanone 3-hydroxylase\na2 leucoanthocyanidin reductase\nbz1 UDP glucose flavonol-3-O-glucosyl transferase\nZmMrp4 Multidrug resistance like transporter\nTable 2 : Maize anthocyanin genes and their products:\nRegulatory genes of the Maize anthocyanin pathway\n- In Maize kernels, anthocyanin biosynthesis is regulated by a combination of two transcription factors R and Cl.\n- The R protein shares homology with the basic helix-loop-helix protein encoded by the vertebrate proto-oncogene c-MYC, whereas the C1 protein has homology with the proto-oncogene c-MYB product. Induction of the complete flavonoid pathway has been achieved by the over-expression of the transcription factors R and C1 in undifferentiated maize cultures.\n- The expression of the structural genes of the anthocyanin biosynthetic pathway is controlled by the regulatory genes. The intensity and pattern of anthocyanin biosynthesis are influenced by the regulatory genes.\n- Each gene determines pigmentation of different parts of the plant. Accumulation of anthocyanins in competent tissues also requires the presence of either C1 (in the seed) or P1 (in the plant tissue).\n- Viviparous-1(vp1) controls the anthocyanin pathway in the developing maize seed primarily through regulation of the C1 gene. It is one of the regulatory genes whose product appears to influence the coordinate regulation of the expression of at least two structural genes in the anthocyanin pathway.\n- Kernels containing the dominant allele of C1 together, with dominant alleles of other genes in the anthocyanin pathway are deeply pigmented. A number of recessive c1 mutants have been identified which are colorless if homozygous and colored if heterozygous in the presence of c1 wild type allele.\n- Aleurones from kernels that are homozygous for a recessive c2 allele have low CHS activity. This low CHS activity leads to the formation of pale or colorless kernels of maize.\n- The (pl1) gene is a duplicate of (c1). It is generally described as the dominant gene responsible for the blotched aleurone pigmentation in kernels that were homozygous recessive for c1.\n- The (r1/b1) gene family acts as regulatory partners of (c1/pl1) in activating anthocyanin synthesis. The (r1/b1) only differs in the tissue distribution of pigmentation under their control.\n- Mutation in the recessive (in1) gene changes the pigment color of homozygous (pr1) aleurone from red to almost black. The mutation in the (in1) gene leads to increased levels of UDP-Glucose Flavonoid-3-Glucosyl transferase (UFGT) enzyme.\n- The (pac1) gene is identified as mutational screen for new regulators of the maize anthocyanin pathway. The mutation in the (pac1) gene results in pale pigmentation of the aleurone and the seedling roots. The (pac1) mutants have pale rather than colorless phenotype. Anthocyanin pigment in the aleurone and the scutellum of the maize seed requires the (pac1) locus.\nLocus Genes regulated\nR CHS, DFR, 3GT\nR(S) CHS, DFR, 3GT\nR (Sn) CHS, DFR\nR (Lc) CHS, DFR\nB DFR, 3GT\nc1 CHS, DFR, 3GT\nP1 CHS, DFR, 3GT\nTable 3: Regulatory genes that control the anthocyanin biosynthesis in Maize\nFig 1: Anthocyanin biosynthetic pathway in Maize\nAnthocyanin Biosynthetic pathway in Petunia\n- The anthocyanin biosynthetic genes can be divided into early and late genes in Petunia. The regulatory division between the early and late genes occurs before and after Flavanone-3-hydroxylase (F3H) in Petunia.\n- Thus the regulations of the genes in the flavones and flavonol biosynthetic pathways in Petunia are different from those in their anthocyanin biosynthetic pathways. An1, An2 and An11 are known to control the anthocyanin synthesis. They also control the vacuolar pH in petal cells and the morphology of the seed coat epidermis.\n- Loss of anthocyanin pigments is seen in An1, An2 and An11 petals of Petunia which is associated with increase in vacuolar pH.\n- Two genetic loci, Ht1 and Ht2 control the flavonoid-3’-hydroxylase activity in the flowers of petunia. Ht1 acts in the limb and tube of the corolla, whereas Ht2 acts only in the corolla tube. The Ht1 and Ht2 genes control 3’-hydroxylation of anthocyanins and flavonols.\n- Two genetic loci, Hf1 and Hf2 control F3’,5’H activity in Petunia. Hf1 acts in the corolla, stigma and pollen, whereas Hf2 acts only in the corolla limb.\n- Petunia contains the three DFR genes (dfrA, dfrB and dfrC). Among the three dfrA gene is transcribed in floral tissue. The dfrA gene corresponds to the (An6) locus.\n- UDP-rhamnose: anthocyanidin-3-glucoside rhamnosyltransferase (3RT)- (Rt) gene encodes the activity of this enzyme in Petunia flower.\n- Anthocyanin acyltransferase (AAT)-The activity of this enzyme in Petunia flower is encoded by the gene (Gf).\n- The (An13) gene encodes GST enzyme activity in Petunia. This gene also share homology with GSTs. The conjugation of the (An13) gene with Glutathione is required for the transport of anthocyanins into the vacuole.\nLocus Gene regulated\nAn1 DFR, ANS, 3GT, 3RT, AMT, F3, 5’H\nAn2 DFR, ANS, 3GT, 3RT, AMT, GST\nAn4 DFR, ANS, 3GT, 3RT, AMT, GST\nAn11 DFR, ANS, 3RT, AMT, GST\nTable 4: Regulatory genes that control the anthocyanin biosynthesis in Petunia\nFig 2: Anthocyanin biosynthetic pathway in Petunia", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://goodbodyhealth.com/team/mateusz-bojek/", "date": "2022-05-23T16:56:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662560022.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523163515-20220523193515-00291.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9722291827201843, "token_count": 135, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__100340627", "lang": "en", "text": "Mateusz is the Production Manager for the Extraction plant in Poland. He has been a part of Olimax since the beginning of the company, as he is the son of one of co-founders of the enterprise.\nHis knowledge of hemp industry in Poland is very extensive. He has many contacts in the industry and has many years of experience in farming and cultivating hemp.\nMateusz set up the extraction facility and is currently managing the Polish production process to include the production of new CBD end products.\nHis personal interests in both the vehicles industry and hemp industry encourage him to develop innovative improvements into farming equipment.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.tzg-cres.hr/en/What_to_do/Gourmet_Tours/Olive_growing", "date": "2021-11-28T05:10:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358469.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20211128043743-20211128073743-00530.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9363519549369812, "token_count": 256, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__22562944", "lang": "en", "text": "Olive growing in Cres is noteworthy because of the symbiosis of olives and sheep. Sheep graze freely all around the island and thus both clean and fertilize olive groves. „Liquid gold“ i.e. olive oil on Cres is made from varieties plominka and slivnjača: the oil produced from olives just picked is of the highest quality. Extra virgin olive oil from Cres is an original Croatian product.\nThis high-quality oil is produced from olives treated only mechanically: supremacy of the oil is provided by hand-picking of olives and their processing in the oil factory owned by the Cooperative Farm Cres on the very same day when they are picked. The Cooperative Farm Cres is also open to visitors: there you can taste the oil and learn everything about a hundred-year old tradition of olive growing.\nCooperative Farm Cres\nŠetalište xx.travnja 62\nPhone: +385 51 571 258\nFax: +385 51 572 061", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://westendwifi.net/come-and-see-us-at-cereals-2023/", "date": "2024-04-13T00:17:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00533.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9485793113708496, "token_count": 312, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__129171196", "lang": "en", "text": "We’re excited to be exhibiting at the Cereals 2023 show, and look forward to meeting you on our stand.\nThis year, the show is at the lovely Thoresby Park, close to Perlethorpe and conveniently located in Nottinghamshire. It also promises to be bigger and better, with a full programme of Knowledge Seminars, delivering a wealth of agricultural expertise. The show is on the 14th June and 15th June.\nThere will also be working demonstrations – over 200 of them covering all sorts of subjects from drone demonstrations to mechanical weeding demos.\nThese working demonstrations showcase a wide range of practical applications and are a great way for those in farming, to update and add to their knowledge.\nThe Agronomy Zone has been set up to provide insights and information on all aspects of crops, such as crop nutrition, varieties and crop protection.\nFinally, there will be an enormous range of exhibitors – something for everyone!\nWe’ll be on Stand 121b and are showcasing our Starlink systems which could prove an ideal solution for rural broadband. So, if you are struggling to get connected in the countryside, please pop down and see us. We are also providing internet connectivity for the whole of the Cereals 2023 site (and it’s a massive one) which is a brilliant way of demonstrating how Starlink works!\nCereals 2023 runs from Tuesday 14th June and Wednesday 15th June 2023\nWestend WifFi will be on stand 121b", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://licfree.com/farming-simulator-18-for-ios-now-free-for-a-limited-time/", "date": "2024-04-19T11:25:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817398.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419110125-20240419140125-00643.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9227371215820312, "token_count": 609, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__106938167", "lang": "en", "text": "For a limited time only, you can get the highly acclaimed farming simulation game Farming Simulator 18 from the App Store for free.\nFor those who enjoy farming games, this is a fantastic chance to bring the thrill of managing a virtual farm right to their iOS device.\n? Farming Simulator 18: A Virtual Farming Experience Like No Other\nUse this simulation game to feel the real fascination with farming. Plunge into the agricultural world and take care of crops, cattle, and sales as you sow, harvest, and tend to your crops.\nExperience life as a contemporary farmer right at your fingertips with this fully immersive game.\nPlayers can manage a variety of machines, cultivate crops, rear cattle, and more in this realistic and entertaining farming game created by GIANTS Software.\nA fleet of fifty agricultural vehicles and machines, faithfully modeled after pioneering brands such as Deutz-Fahr, Fendt, and Massey Ferguson, are at your disposal. Everything you could ever want from a farm life is right here.\n- Realistic Farming Experience: From managing resources to operating a variety of farming equipment, this game offers a realistic picture of farm life.\n- Fun and Varied Gameplay: Players can grow their food, tend to their livestock, and sell their wares to fund the expansion of their farm.\n- Play with actual vehicles and tools: The game has actual tools and vehicles from legitimate manufacturers, so you can get into the action.\nUser ExperienceBased on user reviews, this iOS game has a high rating of 4 stars. Players have praised the game’s lifelike tractors and trucks, intricate 3D visuals, and expansive open area, which allows them to see every inch of the southern United States and their machinery.\n? Free for a Limited Time: Don’t Miss Out!\nFor a limited time, this beloved farming simulator is completely free to download on iOS devices.\nThis incredible offer unlocks the core gameplay experience, allowing you to explore two expansive maps, cultivate fields, and tend to your animals.\nHowever, if you crave more content, additional vehicles, animals, and expansions are available through in-app purchases.\nThis free offer won’t last forever, so head over to the App Store and download Farming Simulator 18 today!\nStart tilling the soil, planting your seeds, and reaping the rewards of your agricultural endeavors. Who knows, you might just discover your inner farmer!\nRemember: In-app purchases exist for additional content. But even the base game offers hours of free farming fun.\nThose interested in agricultural simulation games can’t pass up the chance to get this game on iOS during the limited-time free deal\nAnyone interested in the genre should get their hands on this game because of its realistic gameplay, variety of activities, and realistic farming equipment.\nTake advantage of this limited-time deal to get the complete farming experience on your iOS smartphone without paying a dime.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://soffrittomenu.com/uncategorized/seasonal-ingredients/", "date": "2024-04-16T03:54:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817043.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416031446-20240416061446-00458.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9193418622016907, "token_count": 1436, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__61378247", "lang": "en", "text": "The Beauty of Seasonal Ingredients\nSeasonal ingredients are nature’s way of providing us with a variety of flavors, colors, and nutrients throughout the year. Eating seasonally not only supports local farmers and reduces environmental impact but also ensures that you are consuming produce at its peak freshness and flavor.\nEach season brings its own unique bounty of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. In the spring, we welcome vibrant greens like asparagus and peas, while summer delights us with juicy berries and tomatoes. Fall brings an abundance of root vegetables such as pumpkins and sweet potatoes, and winter offers hearty greens like kale and Brussels sprouts.\nBy incorporating seasonal ingredients into your meals, you can create dishes that are not only delicious but also nutritious. For example, using ripe summer tomatoes in a simple caprese salad highlights their natural sweetness and acidity. Roasting winter squash with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg brings out their rich flavors.\nShopping for seasonal ingredients at local farmers’ markets or joining a community-supported agriculture (CSA) program allows you to connect with the rhythm of nature and support sustainable farming practices. It also encourages creativity in the kitchen as you experiment with new flavors and recipes based on what’s available during each season.\nWhether you’re preparing a light summer salad or a cozy winter stew, let the beauty of seasonal ingredients inspire your cooking. Embrace the ever-changing palette of nature’s offerings and savor the fresh tastes of each season.\n8 Essential Tips for Cooking with Seasonal Ingredients: Maximizing Flavor and Freshness Year-Round\n- 1. Research what fruits and vegetables are in season during each time of the year.\n- 2. Visit local farmers’ markets to find fresh seasonal produce.\n- 3. Experiment with new recipes that feature seasonal ingredients.\n- 4. Consider preserving or freezing excess seasonal ingredients for later use.\n- 5. Choose organic and locally sourced seasonal ingredients for better flavor and sustainability.\n- 6. Be open to trying lesser-known seasonal ingredients to expand your culinary horizons.\n- 7. Use seasonal herbs and spices to enhance the flavors of your dishes.\n- 8. Enjoy the natural variety and flavors that each season brings to your meals.\n1. Research what fruits and vegetables are in season during each time of the year.\nTo make the most of seasonal ingredients, it is essential to research what fruits and vegetables are in season during each time of the year. By understanding the seasonal availability of produce, you can ensure that you are cooking with ingredients at their peak flavor and nutritional value. This tip not only helps you create dishes that are fresher and tastier but also supports local farmers and promotes sustainable eating practices. Take the time to explore the bounty of each season and let nature guide your culinary creations.\n2. Visit local farmers’ markets to find fresh seasonal produce.\nVisiting local farmers’ markets is a wonderful way to discover and enjoy the freshest seasonal ingredients available. By browsing through the stalls at these markets, you not only support local farmers and businesses but also have the opportunity to connect directly with the source of your food. The vibrant array of fruits, vegetables, and herbs on display reflects the changing seasons and offers a diverse selection of flavors to inspire your culinary creations. Whether you’re seeking ripe summer tomatoes or crisp fall apples, exploring local farmers’ markets is sure to enhance your cooking experience with the bounty of each season.\n3. Experiment with new recipes that feature seasonal ingredients.\nTo fully embrace the beauty of seasonal ingredients, it’s essential to experiment with new recipes that highlight the flavors and freshness of each season. Whether you’re trying your hand at a vibrant summer salad bursting with ripe tomatoes and basil or a comforting winter stew filled with hearty root vegetables, exploring different dishes allows you to fully appreciate the diverse bounty that nature offers throughout the year. By stepping out of your culinary comfort zone and incorporating seasonal ingredients into your cooking, you not only expand your palate but also gain a deeper appreciation for the unique qualities that each season brings to the table.\n4. Consider preserving or freezing excess seasonal ingredients for later use.\nConsider preserving or freezing excess seasonal ingredients for later use. By taking advantage of the abundance of fresh produce during its peak season, you can enjoy your favorite fruits and vegetables all year round. Whether it’s making homemade jams from summer berries or freezing batches of roasted tomatoes for winter soups, preserving seasonal ingredients allows you to capture their flavors at their best and reduce food waste. Stocking up on seasonal bounty not only ensures a constant supply of quality ingredients but also adds a touch of seasonal magic to your meals, no matter the time of year.\n5. Choose organic and locally sourced seasonal ingredients for better flavor and sustainability.\nWhen selecting ingredients for your meals, opt for organic and locally sourced seasonal produce to enhance both flavor and sustainability. By choosing organic options, you ensure that the ingredients are free from harmful pesticides and chemicals, allowing their natural flavors to shine through. Additionally, supporting local farmers not only promotes community growth but also reduces the environmental impact of transporting food long distances. Embracing organic and locally sourced seasonal ingredients is a delicious way to savor the best flavors of each season while contributing to a more sustainable food system.\n6. Be open to trying lesser-known seasonal ingredients to expand your culinary horizons.\nBeing open to trying lesser-known seasonal ingredients is a fantastic way to expand your culinary horizons and discover new flavors and textures. By stepping out of your comfort zone and experimenting with unfamiliar produce, you can unlock a world of exciting possibilities in the kitchen. Whether it’s incorporating unique fruits, vegetables, or herbs into your dishes, embracing these lesser-known ingredients can lead to delightful culinary adventures and elevate your cooking to new heights.\n7. Use seasonal herbs and spices to enhance the flavors of your dishes.\nUsing seasonal herbs and spices is a wonderful way to elevate the flavors of your dishes. By incorporating fresh herbs like basil, mint, or cilantro in the summer or warming spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in the winter, you can add depth and complexity to your meals. Seasonal herbs and spices not only enhance the taste of your dishes but also provide a connection to the time of year, creating a harmonious blend of flavors that celebrate the essence of each season.\n8. Enjoy the natural variety and flavors that each season brings to your meals.\nEmbrace the natural variety and flavors that each season offers by incorporating seasonal ingredients into your meals. From the vibrant greens of spring to the juicy fruits of summer and the hearty root vegetables of fall, each season brings a unique palette of tastes to elevate your dishes. By enjoying the bounty of each season, you not only savor the freshness and quality of ingredients at their peak but also add depth and richness to your culinary creations. Let nature’s offerings inspire your cooking and delight your taste buds with an ever-changing array of flavors throughout the year.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://rnrfamilyfarm.com/", "date": "2024-04-23T17:36:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818732.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423162023-20240423192023-00448.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9370340704917908, "token_count": 2310, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__14269939", "lang": "en", "text": "Savor the unmatched freshness of our pesticide-free Fresno lemons, now available for delivery. Grown sustainably in the Central Valley, our lemons promise pure, vibrant flavors for your culinary creations. Join us in celebrating farm-to-table excellence and elevate your dishes with the natural goodness of our citrus.\nVisit: https://olympicmoventransport.com to learn more\nSustainable Practices for a Healthier Tomorrow\nAware of the environmental and health implications of large-scale chemical agriculture, Russ and Regina have been vocal advocates for organic farming. They understand that direct support for family farms is crucial in reversing the trend of environmental degradation.\nWelcome to R&R Family Farms LLC, nestled in the heart of the Central Valley, where tradition and innovation flourish side by side. Our farm, a testament to the enduring legacy of family-owned and operated dedication, stands proudly upon the fertile lands shaped by generations past. Here, we honor the rich agricultural heritage bestowed upon us, committed to cultivating fresh, organic produce for our community. Our journey, fueled by passion, commitment, and an unwavering belief in sustainable farming practices, aims to nourish not just the body, but to safeguard our planet for future generations.\nRooted in history, our farm's story intertwines with the remarkable legacies of my ancestors, Alfred Cane and William Teague. Alfred Cane, a visionary in his own right, laid the groundwork for community-focused environmental stewardship as the founder of the Madera Valley Water District. His pioneering spirit in enhancing the community's well-being through sustainable water management has been a guiding light for our practices. Equally inspiring, the discovery that William Teague, my 5x great-grandfather, once farmed this very land in the late 1800s, imbues our work with a profound sense of purpose and continuity. This ancestral connection deepens our commitment to the stewardship of the land, honoring a legacy of resilience and dedication to agriculture.\nIn line with our heritage of innovation and community service, we are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Olympic Move & Transport CenCal. This pioneering partnership marks a significant leap forward in our mission, bringing the bounty of our farm to your tables with unmatched efficiency and eco-conscious care. Tailored to meet the distinct needs of the agricultural sector, Olympic Move & Transport CenCal ensures that our produce reaches homes, local restaurants, farmers' markets, and stores throughout the valley in the most seamless, efficient, and sustainable manner possible.\nAt R&R Family Farms, we are more than just a farm; we are a living legacy of environmental stewardship, community leadership, and a bridge connecting the past, present, and future through sustainable agriculture. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and cultivate not just crops, but a healthier, more sustainable world, one harvest at a time.\nOlympic Move & Transport CenCal, founded by Russ Larsen, is revolutionizing last-mile agricultural and freight delivery services in Central California. With a deep understanding of the agricultural community's needs, Olympic Move & Transport CenCal offers specialized, customized transport solutions that prioritize sustainability, efficiency, and reliability. Their upcoming transition to electric vans underscores a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and represents a leap forward in reducing the carbon footprint of farm-to-market logistics.\nBy choosing Olympic Move & Transport CenCal for our delivery needs, R&R Family Farms is not only elevating the standard of how we bring our produce to you but also reinforcing our dedication to practices that contribute positively to our community's health and our environment's well-being.\nTogether, R&R Family Farms and Olympic Move & Transport CenCal are setting new standards for excellence in the agricultural supply chain. We are committed to:\nAs we move forward with Olympic Move & Transport CenCal, we invite you to join us in this exciting new chapter. Discover more about our partnership and how we're working to bring the farm closer, Learn more by clicking the link below.\nWe know that food grown on healthy land with healthy farming is healthy food. We act as stewards of this land, caring for its health to support yours.\nOur family grew up in the central valley. We are proud to grow the food that feeds your families. Thank you for supporting this tradition.\nWe regularly add new pick-up sites and delivery times. Check to find a spot near you! If you have questions about delivery or pick-up options, drop us a line!\nAt R&R Family Farm, under the stewardship of Russ Larsen, we're deeply committed to nurturing our local community, a value that resonates profoundly with my personal journey. As someone who has navigated the challenges of dyslexia, I've found unparalleled fulfillment in working the land and leading our transport business. These endeavors not only connect me to the earth and our community but also empower me to tackle complex tasks with a unique perspective that dyslexia offers.\nOur mission extends beyond farming and transport; we're dedicated to fostering growth and learning within our community. Through educational tours and workshops, we aim to enlighten students and community groups about the significance of agriculture and the journey of food from farm to table. This initiative holds special importance for me, highlighting the power of understanding and knowledge—principles I hold dear as someone who has experienced the hurdles of learning differently.\nIn alignment with our commitment to education and community support, R&R Family Farm proudly donates a portion of our profits to local charities and organizations, with a particular focus on those enhancing reading programs. By supporting initiatives that offer resources and assistance to individuals with dyslexia and other learning differences, we hope to foster an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and learn in a way that suits them best. This endeavor is not just a contribution; it's a testament to the resilience, adaptability, and strength that define the dyslexic community and reflect the core values of our farm and transport business\nAs stewards of the land, we believe in honoring our roots. Discover the history of farming practices as we share insights into the evolution of agriculture. Learn how the challenges and triumphs of the past have paved the way for the sustainable and innovative farming methods we employ today.\nAt R&R Family Farms, we not only embrace the advancements of today but also celebrate the agricultural heritage that has shaped us. Gain a deeper understanding of how our commitment to preserving the environment, increasing efficiency, and fostering community collaboration propels us into an exciting and sustainable future.\nIndulge in the bounty of summer as we bring you a kaleidoscope of flavors straight from our fields. From juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers to sweet corn and robust bell peppers, our farm-fresh produce captures the essence of the sun-soaked season. Whether you're planning a vibrant salad, a refreshing salsa, or a flavorful grilled vegetable medley, our summer harvest has you covered.\nAs the days start to cool, our fields transition to an autumnal wonderland of rich, hearty vegetables. Delight in the earthy goodness of butternut squash, pumpkins, Brussels sprouts, and a variety of root vegetables. Our farm-fresh produce ensures your fall dishes are filled with the warm, comforting flavors of the season. Perfect for hearty stews, roasted vegetables, and savory pies that celebrate the harvest.\nAt R&R Family Farms LLC, we're proud to have over 20 acres of lush farmland, where we grow a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. We use sustainable farming practices to ensure that our crops are healthy and free from harmful chemicals. Our farm is also home to a variety of animals and chickens, which are raised in spacious and clean environments.\nIn the heart of Madera, California, a true pioneer named Alfred Charles Cane left an indelible mark on the community through his unwavering dedication and love for environmental stewardship. His inspiring journey shaped the very foundation of the Madera Valley Water District, transforming it from a depreciated entity into a thriving water district that continues to serve the community to this day.\nBack in 1956, the Madera Valley Water Company came into being under the management of Rusco Industries. Over time, however, the company's value declined, prompting Rusco Industries to divest itself of this precious resource. It was then that Alfred Cane, the largest stockholder, was entrusted with the company's destiny as he took on the role of a Director on the Board.\nRecognizing the immense potential held by the Madera Valley Water Company, Mr. Cane wasted no time in assembling a dedicated team to embark on a transformative journey. With the appointment of Mr. Herman Kophoff and Mr. M. Rader Roberts to the Board of Directors, a powerful collective was formed, determined to breathe new life into the company and serve the community with utmost devotion.\nThe summer of 1977 proved to be a challenging time for the shareholders residing in the service area. Faced with numerous changes and uncertainties, they were confronted with the task of establishing order and structure within the company. It was during this period that the true spirit of community shone through, as shareholders came together in living rooms, on front lawns, and across kitchen tables to unite and face the challenges head-on.\nOne of the greatest obstacles encountered by Mr. Cane and the shareholders was the lack of records left by Rusco Industries. Undeterred, a group of dedicated volunteers took up the arduous task of walking the main water lines, meticulously piecing together information, and drafting essential documents. Their tireless efforts were instrumental in establishing an accounting system, informing contractors of new regulations and company specifications, and ensuring a smooth transition for all.\nPiece by piece, the puzzle started to take shape. In January 1978, the company's business office opened its doors, initially renting space at Glen Freeman Realty. As the community continued to grow, a permanent location became imperative. In May 1978, the company found its new home at the corner of 6th and A Streets in downtown Madera. Finally, in August 1986, the district settled into its present location at 18454 Road 26, a testament to the perseverance and dedication of its shareholders.\nUnder the visionary leadership of Alfred Charles Cane, the Madera Valley Water District experienced remarkable growth. From humble beginnings with approximately 75 homes in 1977, it expanded its reach to serve 1,906 residences today. This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to Mr. Cane's unwavering determination and the enduring spirit of the community he helped build.\nAlfred Charles Cane's legacy lives on in the Madera Valley Water District, an enduring testament to his vision, resilience, and profound commitment to providing vital water services to the community. His remarkable contributions have laid the foundation for the district's continued success and growth, enriching the lives of thousands of residents for generations to come. Inspired by his legacy, we carry forward his spirit of environmental stewardship and community love as we embark on our own journey with Green Power 4 All, dedicated to bringing sustainable energy solutions and a brighter future to all.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.boutinot-rhone.com/about-us/winemaking-approach", "date": "2017-04-28T17:54:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917123046.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031203-00361-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9424906373023987, "token_count": 401, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__270426933", "lang": "en", "text": "We like to think of our wines as ‘hand-made’, with the emphasis on quality at every stage of the process.\nIn the vineyard, we use organic farming methods, though we haven’t chased official certification – we prefer to devote our energy to the vines. These we tend with great care to ensure they remain healthy, pruning them rigorously in order to keep yields low, and grape concentration high.\nWe select only the best grapes, with all picking done by hand, and each vineyard is picked when we determine that the grapes have reached optimum ripeness. Nature, not convenience, dictates when the harvest will take place.\nWe tend not to de-stem as we believe that this enhances the flavour. Next comes fermentation and we have invested in open top fermenters to aid the oxygenation of the wine. We allow the grapes a long cuvaison – typically 3 to 4 weeks – using gentle methods, even stirring by hand, to extract the colour from the skins.\nAt the end of this process we use our own basket press – a pressing method traditionally used for fruit and olives – to make sure we extract every drop of flavour from the grapes.\nSome wines are transferred into wooden barrels where complexity is added through oak. We are unusual in our preference for using “demi-muids” – large, 600 litre barrels which have gone out of fashion for economic reasons, but which we favour because the ratio of oak to wine is lower and hence the oak influence is less heavy, and more integrated.\nWhen it comes to bottling, our top down approach means we select only a proportion of each AOP wine to bottle under the name of the village. Only wine from the best tanks and barrels is selected and any wine which does not make the final blend is simply declassified to the next level – the accent at all times being on achieving the best quality for our wines, rather than the highest price.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.inthekitchenwithmum.com/2014/01/edamame-beans-and-how-to-cook-them-in-pods/", "date": "2023-09-30T00:24:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510529.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929222230-20230930012230-00011.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9834882616996765, "token_count": 983, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__324760171", "lang": "en", "text": "I bought these plants at the Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market in late October. I was thrilled to find them as I had been wanting to try growing them for sometime, but hadn’t been able to get them anywhere. http://www.hawkesbayfarmersmarket.co.nz/ In a previous blog “Spring Farmers’ Market” I mentioned buying the Edamame bean plants and the instructions I received on how they grow.\nI think they were from Links Organics http://www.marketground.co.nz/linksorganics/ Their stall at the Farmers’ Market was filled with a large supply of very healthy looking plants, and many different varieties.\nThese are the size of the plants when I first bought them :\nI gave two plants to Mum and I took the remaining four home. The plants I gave to Mum stayed in the same climate they had been raised in, whereas the plants I took home went to a cooler climate than what they were raised in.\nIn another blog “Interlude” I predicted that “The experiment is to see how easy they are to grow, what they turn out like, and also to see what a distance of approximately 160 kilometers between us [Mum and me] does to affect their growth rate. I’m betting that Mum will have beans before I do as she lives in a warmer climate.” Well, (I have to say it), it turns out that my prediction was right. Mum’s plants are more advanced than mine. My plants are still struggling along in their cooler climate, lagging in development several weeks behind her plants.\nI first noticed beans forming on my plants around the 14th of December, but they were developed enough to have been there a week earlier. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the beans on the plants and had to look again. I was surprised to see the pods because there didn’t seem to be any flowers before the beans developed. Also, the plants had spindly stems and were small, I was expecting the plants to be bushier and taller before they produced beans. By this stage, Mum’s plants had beans too, hers have been quicker to develop into proper pods than mine. Also, Mum’s plants are more bean than leaf, and mine are more leaf than bean! We have harvested edamame beans off Mum’s plants (a small harvest, but a harvest nonetheless), on the 2nd January.\nMy brother and I enjoy boiled and salted edamame bean pods at our favourite Japanese restaurant, Yeda, so I was extremely pleased that we could harvest the beans when he was visiting Mum at the same time I was – all the timings came together very nicely.\nHere is one of Mum’s edamame plants showing the beans just before harvesting. The edamame plant is next to a potato plant and it was difficult to tell the leaves apart. The edamame bean leaf looks like the potato leaf, but not as shiny.\nHere are the edamame beans, and a close up look at the hair on the outside of the inedible pod :\nEdamame beans are now starting to appear in supermarket freezers either shelled or still in their pods.\nEdamame beans are young, green soybeans. They are harvested before the soybean reaches full maturity. When mature, the beans are used to make tofu and other soy products. Edamame beans are high in protein, and they are a plant source of fibre and iron. The peak season for the beans is summer through to early autumn.\nTO COOK SALTED EDAMAME BEAN PODS :\nCut the stalks off the pods. Then drop the whole bean pods into a boiling pot of water with lots of salt added. The water should taste as salty as seawater. I used 1 teaspoon of salt in a medium pot of water. Cook until the beans inside the pods are tender, which is about 4-5 minutes. When cooked, drain the water and rinse the beans (with cold water to cool if needed, but they are nicer if they retain their heat from cooking). Place beans on a dish in their pods and sprinkle with coarse sea-salt. The pods are inedible, so remove the beans with teeth or fingers.\nI read some recipes where the beans are rubbed with salt before they are cooked. I’m not quite sure why this is, maybe the salt removes some of the hair off the outside of the bean pod, or maybe it’s just to make them taste saltier. We didn’t do this step.\nThe cooked pods sprinked with salt, ready to eat :", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.thesteelhorserally.com/make-an-impact/helping-local?view=article&id=172:antioch&catid=9:charities", "date": "2023-10-03T10:46:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511075.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003092549-20231003122549-00547.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9432176351547241, "token_count": 107, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__266179469", "lang": "en", "text": "Antioch for Youth and Family is a non-profit organization that helps local veterans, veterans’ families, seniors, and children in need of food assistance in Western Arkansas. Each month, Antioch serves approximately 30,000 people. Senior and Veterans Mobile Pantries deliver food to low income, elderly, disabled, and struggling families. Whenever possible, fresh produce is provided at the pantry. They also have a Discovery Garden that teaches children about growing food and is part of a seed-to-table farming initiative focuses on family nutrition.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://hennepinchurch.org/2012/05/its-time-to-dig/", "date": "2013-12-18T21:39:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1387345760007/warc/CC-MAIN-20131218054920-00094-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.912178099155426, "token_count": 147, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-48", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__18981056", "lang": "en", "text": "Emma Norton Gardening Project\nSaturday, June 2, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nJoin Hennepin women as we roll up our sleeves with women from Emma Norton to do some container gardening (veggies/herbs/flowers). It’s an easy way to give something back while getting to know some of the ENS women. Look for a signup sheet in Carlson Hall Sunday May 20 and 27 or contact Jenn Hipple. Can’t attend but would still like to help? You can donate $5 or $10 toward the purchase of plants. Carpooling will be available and lunch will be provided. We hope you can join us!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.doublemsupply.com/", "date": "2023-06-05T05:42:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224651325.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605053432-20230605083432-00504.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8744936585426331, "token_count": 104, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__75021019", "lang": "en", "text": "Provides quick and accurate flow rate checking of individual sprayer nozzles. This model is best for flow rates below 2.25 GPM typical of herbicide and insecticide application.\nMEGA FLOW METER\nThe SpotOn® Mega Flow Meter features an increased capacity of up to 44 GPM, improved accuracy and requires zero prep work! Released in November 2020, this meter replaces SpotOn®’s original Irrigation Flow Meter. Visit our website to learn more.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://vcbio.science.ru.nl/en/virtuallessons/angiosperma/", "date": "2023-09-28T16:43:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510427.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928162907-20230928192907-00689.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8771926760673523, "token_count": 1118, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__269639216", "lang": "en", "text": "Angiosperms: characteristics of the life cycle\n|Double fertilization in flowering plants\nPollen grain = Po consisting of a Vegetative cell = VG and a Generative cell = GC, St = Stigma, St = Style, Pt = pollen tube, SC1 en SC2 = Sperm cell 1 and 2, O = ovule containing an embryo sac = ES (PRE = Before and POST = just after fertilization), E = egg cell, Sy = synergides, CC = Central cell, A = Antipodal cells, Zy = zygote, f CC = fertilized Central Cell (forms the endosperm)|\nIn other pages on this site we discussed the Anatomy of the flower\nand features around Pollen development\nin Flowering plants.\nWhen pollen grains reach a receptive stigma of the same species (Pollination), in principle each vegetative cell of the pollen grain can develop a tube. The much smaller generative cell, or her mitotic products, the two -haploid- sperm cells, are enclosed inside the vegetative compartment and migrate forward along with the growing tube tip. The pollen tube penetrates the stigma and continues to grow through the style to an ovule inside the ovarium. Each ovule contains one embryo sac (ES),in fact a small female gametophyte, bearing a.o. one egg cell and one central cell. When the pollen tube reaches the embryo sac it bursts open and releases the two sperm cells, the actual sex cells. Then double fertilization occurs. One sperm nucleus fertilizes the egg cell so that a diploid zygote arises, from which an embryo develops. The other sperm nucleus fertilizes the central nuclei in the middle of the embryo sac and give rises through series of divisions to the endosperm, which function as a storage organ of nutrient for the seed. (Sometimes the storage food is transferred from the endosperm to the cotyledons). The ripe dry ovule with the mature embryo and the endosperm is the seed. Fruits are the ripened ovary with inside one (e.g. wheat) or several (e.g. tomato) seed(s).\n|Pollen tube growth through the pistil in tomato\nPollen tubes in a pollinated pistil of tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum cv money maker).|\nThe course of pollen tubes could be visualized by treatment with the fluorescing marker aniline blue that specifically binds to callose, a special cell wall component which is abundant in pollen tubes.\nResearch project of Kimberly Koens, Bart Schimmel and Maaike de Jong.\nA. Pollen tubes growing through the stigma (St) and the style (Sty). B. Detail of pollen tubes (arrows) in the style. The bright spots are callose plugs which separate the living and growing part of the pollen tube in the tip and the remaining degenerating part. C. Fluorescing pollen tubes can be seen in the lower part of the style (Sty)and the underlying ovarium (Ova) containing ovules (Ovu). D. Detail of three ovules (Ovu). The two upper ovules have been penetrated by pollen tubes (arrow) growing toward the embryo sac (ES, corresponding with the dark ovale shape on this photograph). In each pollen tube two sperm cells are present which are involved in double fertilization\n|Embryosac and mature embryo in plants|\nA. Transverse section through an ovule of Lily (Lilium sp.).\nIn the center an embryo sac (ES) can be seen surrounded by its two protective layers the integumenten (I1 and I2). Together they form the ovule. Ovules lay in the lumen of the ovarium. Bw: Inner wall of the ovarium. On one side the integuments come together and a small channel remains open, the micropyle (M),throguh which the pollen tube can penetrate in order to release the sperm cells. Inside the embryo sac the synergiden (Sy) that help conducting the sperm nuclei to the egg cell (E) a bit furtherup is located close the micropyle, whereas the large central cell (CC) is in the center. The embryo develops from the fertilized egg cell, the endosperm (Es) with a nutritional function from the fertilized central cell and the integuments become part of the seed coat.\nB. Cross section through a cereal fruit, here: Wheat (Triticum aestivum).\nAccording to botanical definitions, wheat grains are single seed fruits. The seed coat, which arises from the integuments, grows together with the ovary wall (pericarp). Such fruit is called a caryopsis and it occurrs nearly exclusively in grasses. The fruit incorporates the endosperm (Es) and the embryo (Em) a complete plantlet with rootlet (= radicula R) and the first leaves (leaf shoot or plumula, Pl). The one cotyledon is transformed into a shield-shaped organ, called scutellum (Sc). The scutellum is appressed against the endosperm and absorbs storage material from the endosperm to transfer it to the growing embryo.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.psi-network.de/en/Members/JUNG-since-1828-Sustainable-bee-project-started/45/n7262/", "date": "2020-02-20T19:51:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145282.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20200220193228-20200220223228-00219.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9491057395935059, "token_count": 404, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__53517526", "lang": "en", "text": "JUNG since 1828: Sustainable bee project started\nLooking forward to the new \"workforce\" (left to right): Jung's managing directors Dennis Dennig and Arne P. Bender together with beekeeper Markus Sautter.\nTwo new bee colonies were settled on the roof of the company building of JUNG since 1828 at the beginning of September 2019. This bee sponsorship in cooperation with the award-winning initiative \"nearBees – honey from next door\" is the latest contribution of the renowned manufacturer of tasty promotional products in its systematic commitment to more species protection and sustainability. The two managing directors Arne P. Bender and Dennis Dennig warmly welcomed their new \"workforce\". \"We are very pleased to welcome our new 60,000 hard-working employees and thus make a valuable contribution to the preservation of the local honeybees,\" says Managing Director Dennis Dennig. \"The global importance of honeybees is huge: As pollinators for more than 70 percent of all plant species, they are the guarantors of the diversity of our blossoming nature and thus the food base of humans and animals worldwide. In return, we humans should protect, support and ensure that they thrive. The settlement and care of new native bee colonies is an important step to ensure that the bee population in Germany can grow again. JUNG has been committed to this goal since 1828,\" says Managing Director Arne P. Bender. We have started with two new beehives on the JUNG company premises. There are plenty of meadows, fields and orchards for a fertile bee pasture in this area. With the help of an experienced beekeeper, everything is done to ensure that the zestful nectar collectors feel well and develop well. \"As a positive side effect, JUNG will also be making its own delicious and naturally sustainable honey. We are looking forward to this very much,\" says Dennis Dennig. www.jung-europe.de", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.aboutamom.com/upcycled-seed-starting-project-for-kids/", "date": "2023-09-28T22:06:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510454.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20230928194838-20230928224838-00053.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.932931125164032, "token_count": 955, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__126435657", "lang": "en", "text": "It’s Earth Month! How are you celebrating? My little girl and I just did some seed starting together, and it was such a great opportunity to talk about ways we can lessen our impact on the environment. Seed starting is a fun and educational project to do with kids, especially when you use upcycled materials.\nThis post contains affiliate links.\nVisit the garden section of your local discount or home improvement store this time of the year, and you’re sure to see a selection of seed starting pots and materials. A great alternative is to use some of your everyday throwaways as seed starting containers. We used Stonyfield® Organic Kids® yogurt multipacks for our upcycled seed starting project. They are just the right size, and as an added bonus – they are made from plants. Cups made from plants have a lower carbon footprint and are better for the environment than petroleum based cups.\nAfter your little ones are done eating their yogurt , don’t throw away the cups! Wash them and save them to be later used as seed starting cells or for craft projects.\nYou might also be interested in these articles:\nAlso, check out our Crafts category tab at the top of this website.\nUpcycled Seed Starting Project for Kids (Step by Step)\n1. First decide what you want to grow, and purchase your seeds. Instead of a big garden this year, we decided to start seeds for cooking herbs that will go in a small kitchen garden. Also, some lavender. Not all seeds need a head-start indoors, so you’ll want to do a little homework. The information you need can usually be found on the back of the seed packets.\n2. Gather your supplies. Wash and dry your yogurt cups. Carefully, use a drill or knife to make a small drainage hole in the bottom of each container. Make your own seed-starting medium or purchase seedling soil from the garden center. I opted for convenience this time and picked up a bag of seedling soil from the garden center. It was reasonably priced and saved me the dirty job of mixing it up myself. You’ll also need a garden trowel. Since my 9-year old would be using it, I picked a small plastic one that worked great.\nThese seed starting supplies are available online:\nHerb Garden Seed Packet Collection (10 packs)\nNon GMO Heirloom Vegetable Seeds Survival Garden 40 Variety Pack\nSet of 30 Pack Vegetable & Herb Seeds\n3″ Peat Pots Seedling & Herb Seed Starter Pots Kit\nHoffma Seed Starter Soil, 10 Quarts\nFiskars Ergo Trowel\n3. Moisten the seedling soil some before placing it into the pots. Have your children fill all the seedling containers with soil. Kids have so much fun with this step!\n4. Kids can also place the seeds into the little pots. Some seeds are very small, so younger children may need some assistance. Poke a small hole into each pot, sprinkle in a few seeds and gently fill the hole with soil. Some seeds require deeper planting, so be sure to read the back of the seed packet for directions. If have a variety of seeds, it may be a good idea to label them. Popsicle sticks and a marker work great!\n5. Water seeds after planting. Be careful. A stream of water can dislodge seeds. In my experience, children have a tendency to over-water, so we mist using a large spray bottle now.\n6. Your seeds need water to germinate, so check daily to make sure the mix stays moist, but not soggy.\n7. Most seeds germinate best in warm conditions, so move your seeds to a warm spot. Also, if your air is very dry, you may need to cover with plastic wrap.\n8. Germination time varies, so I recommend keeping a seed planting journal so you’ll know when to expect your seeds to sprout. It’s a wondrous moment when that first seedling emerges!\n9. Good light is essential to plant growth. When you see the first signs of germination, move the plants to a light-filled area.\n10. Once seedlings have grown enough and have true leaves, you can transfer them to a larger pot.\nStarting garden plants from seed is a great way to teach your child the joy of gardening. This upcycled seed starting project also gives you the opportunity to teach the importance of lessening our environmental footprint. Upcycling helps to reduce waste.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://berndbrunner.com/html/orchard.html", "date": "2020-05-29T16:22:34Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347405558.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20200529152159-20200529182159-00484.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9708306193351746, "token_count": 245, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__27185965", "lang": "en", "text": "Humans have always had a special appreciation for fruit that grows on trees. Could it be because orchard fruits grow closer to heaven than other plant products do? Or could it be because the places where these fruits grew were full of the interplay between light and shadow, the air was redolent with the sweet scent of blossom, and here we could retreat from the cares of daily life? Where did the types of fruits we grow in orchards come from and how did they develop? Bernd Brunner set out to find out how the search for desirable fruit has shaped us, and how we have shaped fruit by selecting those that appeal most to our senses of taste and delight.\nThe result is a readable, lavishly illustrated book about orchards as places that for millennia have stimulated human creativity and that have provided sustenance for both the body and the soul, the first to explore the history of orchards in such breadth. Historical illustrations—many hard to find elsewhere—show the varied aspects of orchards and the interactions of people and trees within them.\nFirst published in English, translated from the German by Lori Lantz, more information will follow soon or feel free to enquire.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://dusttolawn.com.au/lawns-canberra/", "date": "2023-11-28T21:55:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100016.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20231128214805-20231129004805-00338.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9532431364059448, "token_count": 578, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__70028314", "lang": "en", "text": "Nothing quite makes a backyard like a stunning, bright green lawn. It’s pretty much the mark of a great Aussie home. So, whether you go for turf lawns or synthetic lawns, it’s important to get the best people to do the job. And you’ll find them right here at Dust to Lawn.\nAs our name suggests, we live and breathe lawns. We love them for so many reasons. To begin, they’re important visually. A well-landscaped lawn suggests health, vibrancy and getting the best out of life. Secondly, they’re crucial, practically. A lawn is a place to host barbecues, a spot for children to play freely, and a private area to relax and sit, read, talk, drink or do whatever makes you happy. We love running our business because, over the years, we’ve satisfied thousands of customers by creating beautiful lawns, transforming their houses into ideal homes.\nTurf or synthetic?\nWith years of industry experience under our belt, we’re experienced with both synthetic and turf lawns. If you’re after a lawn that looks great all the time, doesn’t need any maintenance and is child and pet-friendly, a synthetic lawn might be the right solution for you. These days, thanks to technological advances, synthetic lawns are incredibly realistic and natural-feeling. And there’s none of the hassle associated with watering and fertilising!\nIf, on the other hand, you’ve long been dreaming of the smell of fresh turf, and revel in the joy of taking care of your own patch of grass, we can recommend the ideal blend for your area and will provide you with a striking turf lawn.\nOur lawn services cover all aspects of lawn creation. From the all-important preparation of levelling, spreading and compacting soil, through to future care and maintenance advice. If you’re after a brand new lawn, we’ll provide you with the necessary materials, bring them to your home and lay the lawn down for you. If you need poor soil excavated, to be replaced with high-quality soil, we’ll take care of that, too. After all, we’re just as keen as you to make sure that your lawn flourishes for years and years to come.\nOr perhaps you have an existing lawn that needs extending, upgrading or improving? Whether the job is small or large, we’re ready for it. That includes supplying and laying lawn edging, as well as building additional features, like retaining walls for gardens.\nDo you have any questions about any of our lawn services? Do you have a specific question about your property? Why not get in touch with us today?", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://tashawestbrook.com/lettuce-grow/", "date": "2024-04-12T18:42:47Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816045.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412163227-20240412193227-00230.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9217268228530884, "token_count": 391, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__183056067", "lang": "en", "text": "Lettuce Grow Farmstand Packaging\nLettuce Grow, a sustainable food company, aimed to streamline the unboxing experience for their farmstand, extension kits, and accessories kits. With a mission to make healthy and sustainable harvests accessible to every home, Lettuce Grow sought a packaging solution that mirrored the simplicity and ease of their hydroponic growing system. By unifying the packaging system across their product range, Lettuce Grow aimed to enhance the user experience and promote a clean, inviting aesthetic.\nRole: Structural Packaging Designer\nClient: Lettuce Grow\nStudio: Guacamole Airplane\nIn response to Lettuce Grow’s objectives, our team focused on creating a packaging system that facilitated a seamless unboxing experience while maintaining the integrity of each component. We meticulously labeled and organized each piece of the farmstand to create a clean and inviting look upon opening. By considering every step of the assembly process, we ensured that each component was placed strategically to facilitate easy and efficient assembly. Drawing inspiration from the silhouette of the farmstand, we developed a cohesive graphic language that could be applied across all kit boxes, enhancing the unified look and feel of Lettuce Grow’s packaging.\nThe implementation of our packaging system resulted in a thoughtful and sequential unboxing experience for Lettuce Grow users, simplifying the process of getting started with their hydroponic growing system. By nesting components in their own compartments, we minimized the risk of breakage and ensured the safety of nutrient kits during transit. The cohesive graphic language not only gave a clean and unified look across various kits but also reinforced Lettuce Grow’s commitment to simplicity and sustainability. In essence, the unified packaging system encapsulated Lettuce Grow’s mission of making healthy and sustainable harvests accessible to all, fostering a sense of ease and excitement among users.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.urbanblooms.org/mt-adams", "date": "2019-10-18T01:46:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986677412.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20191018005539-20191018033039-00156.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9449957013130188, "token_count": 320, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__53813937", "lang": "en", "text": "Corryville Kroger, Cincinnati Ohio\nIn 2016, Kroger set out to design a store that integrated with and contributed to University of Cincinnati’s vibrant community. Urban Blooms was thrilled to be selected to design and build a state-of-the-art 42-foot tall Living Wall in the food court/bar area. To highlight the incredible diversity of the neighborhood, we included 30 plant species, from bright bromeliads, 5-foot ferns, and banana trees, to small leafed philodendrons and wandering Jews. The ability for our system to support such a wide range of plants speaks to its flexibility.\nThe custom design our specialized team of engineers developed overcame challenges involving irrigation options and lighting sources due to the height of the wall. We designed a fully automated irrigation system, which is tied to the building’s plumbing system, and treated with an organic fertilizer ensuring each plant receives the optimal level of water and nutrients. A series of light tracks with specially tuned full spectrum LED lights allows this Living Wall to thrive indoors with almost no natural light.\nCompleted in February 2017, this is Ohio’s tallest Living Wall, and brings nature to thousands of shoppers and almost a hundred employees every day. Students, Professors, and local businesses often meet in the seating areas around the Living Wall, giving them a working environment often only available to those at progressive Silicon Valley companies. This installation and the spacious interior design of the area around the wall serves as an example of corporate responsibility that both Kroger and the community can be proud of.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.calciumrichfoods.org/calcium-rich-vegetables/", "date": "2016-02-12T12:12:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-07/segments/1454701163729.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20160205193923-00152-ip-10-236-182-209.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9322195649147034, "token_count": 190, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-07", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-07__0__144366675", "lang": "en", "text": "Vegetables in general do not tend to be rich in iron, however some garden greens are calcium-rich. Grape leaves and lambs quarters top the list, though grape leaves are used more as a condiment and lambs quarters is not commercially available, though can be foraged in many areas in the wild. Collards, spinach, and kale are widely available greens that are high in calcium.\nHowever, keep in mind that with all of these calcium-rich greens, your best strategy is to prepare them to reduce the calcium inhibitors, notably oxalic acid. Boiling them and discarding the boiling water is your best bet. You will discard some other nutrients in the boiling water, but you will absorb more calcium in your greens. Check out our article on reducing oxalic acid in your food.\nCalcium in Common Vegetables\nFor information on the calcium content of common vegetables, explore these pages on our website:", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.factolifestyle.com/post/seed-library-sprouts-at-central-ridge-library", "date": "2024-02-24T10:07:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474526.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224080616-20240224110616-00808.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9489963054656982, "token_count": 882, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__34894646", "lang": "en", "text": "Seed Library sprouts at Central Ridge Library Earlier this year, the Friends of the Central Ridge Library were proud to assist with the opening of a fourth Seed Library at the Central Ridge branch in Beverly Hills. The concept of a Seed Library is simple yet powerful. It provides a free platform for members of the community to borrow and exchange seeds, encouraging sustainable gardening practices and fostering a sense of community. The Seed Library at Central Ridge Library is located near the checkout desk and is easily accessible to all library visitors. It offers a wide variety of seeds, including flowers, vegetables, herbs, and fruits. Anyone with a library card can borrow up to three packets of seeds at a time, with the expectation that they will save and return some seeds from their harvest at the end of the growing season. Members can find helpful resources on gardening and seed-saving techniques, as well as information on the specific characteristics and requirements of each seed variety available in the library. The library also hosts workshops and events related to gardening and seed saving, providing opportunities for members to learn and share their knowledge. The Seed Library initiative aligns with the library's mission to promote community engagement and lifelong learning. It encourages individuals to connect with nature, learn about the growing process, and develop horticultural and environmental literacy. Sustainable gardening practices are becoming increasingly important in a world faced with environmental challenges. By offering a Seed Library, the Central Ridge Library not only supports sustainable gardening but also promotes biodiversity conservation and food security. The Seed Library concept has gained popularity in recent years, with many libraries across the country adopting similar initiatives. It is a testament to the growing interest in sustainable and eco-friendly practices within communities. By participating in the Seed Library, individuals can reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to the preservation of heirloom varieties. Seed saving allows gardeners to select and save seeds from the plants that perform best in their specific environment, resulting in plants that are better adapted to local conditions over time. Additionally, the Seed Library serves as a valuable resource for individuals interested in starting their own gardens. It provides an opportunity to experiment with different seed varieties before committing to purchasing larger quantities. The Friends of the Central Ridge Library played a crucial role in the establishment of the Seed Library. They raised funds to purchase an initial collection of seeds and provided ongoing support to maintain and expand the library's offerings. The Friends group is comprised of volunteers dedicated to supporting the Central Ridge Library and its programs. They organize various fundraising events throughout the year, including book sales and community auctions, to raise funds for library resources and initiatives. The success of the Seed Library at the Central Ridge branch is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Friends of the Central Ridge Library. Their efforts have created a valuable community resource that promotes sustainable practices and fosters a sense of belonging. In addition to the Seed Library, the Central Ridge Library offers a range of services and resources for community members. It provides access to a vast collection of books, e-books, audiobooks, DVDs, and digital resources through its online catalog. The library also hosts various educational and recreational programs for all ages, including storytimes, book clubs, crafting workshops, and computer classes. It serves as a hub for learning, creativity, and community engagement. Visitors to the Central Ridge Library can also take advantage of the library's public computers, Wi-Fi access, and meeting rooms. The library staff is always available to assist with research inquiries, reference questions, and technology support. The Central Ridge Library is a valuable community asset that continues to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of its patrons. The addition of the Seed Library is just one example of how the library listens to and responds to the interests of its community members. As the demand for sustainable gardening practices and environmental awareness grows, initiatives like the Seed Library become increasingly important. They provide individuals with the tools and resources they need to make a positive impact on their local environment and community. The Seed Library at the Central Ridge Library serves as an inspiration to other libraries and communities who may be considering implementing similar initiatives. It demonstrates the power of collaboration and the potential for positive change that can result from a shared vision. By promoting sustainable gardening practices and fostering a sense of community, the Seed Library at the Central Ridge Library is helping to create a greener and more connected future for Beverly Hills and beyond.\ntop of page\nbottom of page", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.urbanrootslondon.ca/community-partners/", "date": "2023-03-27T16:43:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296948673.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20230327154814-20230327184814-00703.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9061669111251831, "token_count": 158, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__218575195", "lang": "en", "text": "From our farm to your plate, here’s where you can find Urban Roots produce and support equity and access in the local, sustainable food movement.\nAt Urban Roots, we’ve committed to donating at least 33% of our produce to local charitable organizations, and distributing at least 33% of our produce at affordable rates (50% of market value) to social enterprises and directly to individuals within our neighbourhood.\nThese community partners are why we do the work we do; providing invaluable support services to the people and communities of London, and helping increase high-quality food access for all.\nGrowing Fresh, Healthy, Connected Communities\nWe deeply appreciate your support in helping us make Urban Roots a permanent fixture in our city!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.montchoisy.com/en/about-us/our-history", "date": "2023-06-09T00:34:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655244.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609000217-20230609030217-00736.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9227680563926697, "token_count": 753, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__169093353", "lang": "en", "text": "Established in 1820, Compagnie de Mont Choisy Limitée is a leading real estate development company that has started as a small sugar estate and become a well-structured, planned and diversified organisation, offering its stakeholders the opportunity to enjoy the best that Mauritius has to offer.\nMild climate and abundant beauty\nMont Choisy was discovered in 1747 by a young French officer, Captain Jules Armand de Mont Choisy.\nCompagnie de Mont Choisy was established 200 years ago and the first sugarcane plantations were introduced in 1820. Aloe vera was planted in 1875, to replace sugarcane that was lost due to the proliferation of diseases, as well as successive droughts which adversely affected crops.\nIncluding the famous Austrian explorer Isa Pfeiffer, the French adventurer Joseph Lambert, and the French aviator Maurice Samat. The Plaine de Mont Choisy was also the place where horse racing meets were held in 1891. Now the gateway to the North, Mont Choisy leverages its glorious past and ancestral assets to transform into a world-class resort, all the while preserving its historical heritage and the natural surroundings.It has become a lifestyle destination with houses, villas and various leisure areas, at the heart of which stands a spectacular golf course.\nMont Choisy throughout the years\n1820Beginning of activitiesCompagnie de Mont Choisy was launched to operate sugarcane plantations on part of the land.\n1875Cultivation with aloe veraThe proliferation of diseases and a series of droughts led the Company to partly replace sugarcane cultivation with aloe vera. The leaves of this robust plant were used to make jute bags for transporting sugar.\n1891Horse racingThe plain of Mont Choisy staged horse racing events.\n1933First international flight between Mauritius and Reunion Island at Mont ChoisyThe Mont Choisy race track, which subsequently accommodated the country’s airfield – which was the landing site for the maiden international flight between Mauritius and Reunion Island – before it was transferred to Plaisance.\n2009Mont Choisy Property Development is incorporatedDiversification of the Group’s activities to adjust to changes in the Mauritian economy and the emergence of new sectors. MC Property Development was incorporated and branched out into property development with the construction and marketing, a few years later, of luxury IRS villas and apartments.\n2012Mont Choisy Le MallInauguration of Mont Choisy Le Mall.\n2015Mont Choisy Smart CityInitiation of administrative procedures relating to Mont Choisy Smart City.\n2015Mont Choisy Le ParcCommencement of construction of Mont Choisy Le Parc\n2015GolfGround-breaking for the only championship golf courses in the North.\n2016Establishment of Mont Choisy CSR LtdEstablishment of Mont Choisy CSR Ltd to manage the Group’s social and environmental projects.\n2017Incorporation of Mont Choisy Smart CityLaying of the foundations for the Smart City project.\n0 HECTARES (1 458 acres)\nConstantine hunting grounds (Midlands)\n0 HECTARES (500 acres)\nLand in use\nCurrently under sugarcane cultivation\nParkland and others", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://strathconabia.com/slide/recycling-and-composting-pilot/", "date": "2013-05-25T23:17:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706470784/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516121430-00060-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9079068303108215, "token_count": 256, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__12649529", "lang": "en", "text": "Class “A” Compost from the Green Zone Resource Park!\nAt the end of November, staff started the Resource Park’s very first unit of compost with organic waste collected from SBIA members enrolled in our pilot commercial waste composting program. And after 56 days of feeding, aerating, monitoring moisture levels and temperature, and curing, we produced a batch of beautiful compost!\nSoil testing confirmed it met the standards set by the BC Ministry of Environment’s Organic Matter Recycling Regulation (OMRR) – and that the finished product is Class “A” compost suitable for unrestricted use in food production and general horticulture.\nIn January, the SBIA hired Charlotte Fesnoux as the Resource Park’s Site Coordinator, and she’s continuing and refining our composting process. The next big step involves replacing the small garden chipper we’re currently using to grind organic matter with a larger system: a Bokashicycle High Throughput Food Waste Pulverizer. It’ll be much more efficient (and less messy!) than the poor chipper, which just isn’t designed to process things like soggy bread, egg cartons, and chicken bones.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://pax1.weebly.com/blog/grains-out-look", "date": "2020-07-05T16:28:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655887377.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20200705152852-20200705182852-00039.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9248308539390564, "token_count": 265, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-29", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__25677532", "lang": "en", "text": "Farmers will see corn yields jump 4.1 percent this year, producing a record 13.985 billion bushels, the USDA said today in a report. Domestic inventories on Aug. 31, 2015, will reach 2.111 billion bushels, the highest since 2005 and 43 percent larger than the 1.481 billion projected for a year earlier, the government said. Prices are down 33 percent in the past yea\nCorn futures for May delivery dropped 0.7 percent to close at $4.59 a bushel on the Chicago Board of Trade, the biggest decline for a most-active contract since Jan. 29. While the grain has tumbled from a record $8.49 in August 2012, prices are up 8.8 percent this year amid signs of rising demand.\nWheat futures for May delivery slid 1.3 percent to $6.055 a bushel on the CBOT, the first drop since Feb. 12. U.S. inventories will rise to 587 million bushels before the 2015 harvest, compared with 558 million projected for June 1, the government said today.\nSoybean futures for May delivery advanced 0.9 percent to $13.6025 a bushel in Chicago, capping a 2.7 percent gain for the week.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mulam.in/flower-seeds/", "date": "2023-12-02T18:10:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100448.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202172159-20231202202159-00723.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8921158313751221, "token_count": 243, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__28430501", "lang": "en", "text": "Here is a list of some common organic flower seeds:\n- Sweet Peas\n- California Poppies\n- Black-eyed Susans\n- Shasta Daisies\nThese seeds can be found in most garden centers or online retailers specializing in organic gardening. Flowers can bring color, fragrance, and beauty to any garden, and many of them also attract beneficial insects and pollinators. When selecting flower seeds, it’s important to consider the growing conditions in your area, such as climate, soil type, and sunlight exposure, as well as the specific requirements of each flower species. With a little care, you can grow a wide variety of beautiful and sustainable organic flowers in your own garden.\nContent Specific Keywords: flower seeds, flower seeds online, flower seeds for sale, flower seeds near me, wild flower seeds, sunflower seeds, floret flower seeds, cone flower seeds, how to plant flower seeds, moonflower seeds, poppy flower seeds, bag of flower seeds genshin, perennial flower seeds, flower perennial seeds, flower morning glory seeds, flower seeds for home garden, trustbasket flower seeds, rose flower seeds, hybrid flower seeds, all season flower seeds online.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.helimission.org/en/post/vanilla-an-expensive-spice-from-madagascar", "date": "2024-04-13T15:55:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816820.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413144933-20240413174933-00459.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9697641134262085, "token_count": 234, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__164668446", "lang": "en", "text": "Summer is just around the corner and it’s time for delicious ice cream again! Which flavor do you like best? Strawberry, chocolate or vanilla? Let’s choose vanilla!\nMadagascar is one of the largest producers of vanilla in the world and is known for its high-quality vanilla sticks. Bourbon vanilla, which is grown in Madagascar, is particularly sought after for its unique taste and aroma. Vanilla is mainly grown in the Sava region in the north-east of Madagascar, especially in the town of Antalaha, which is known as the Vanilla Capital.\nVanilla plantations are cultivated by family farms and are an important export article of the country. The curious thing is that vanilla is a type of orchid and there are over 110 species of it. The vanilla beans are obtained from the flowers of the vanilla orchids, which have to be pollinated by hand to produce fruit. Pollination is a difficult process that requires a lot of time and patience, contributing to vanilla being one of the most expensive spices in the world.\nUnfortunately the plantations also have to be guarded, as the precious vanilla is often the target of thieves.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://writeforwine.com/wineblog/2007/09/11/", "date": "2016-02-13T10:42:43Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-07/segments/1454701166570.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20160205193926-00253-ip-10-236-182-209.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9666795134544373, "token_count": 352, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-07", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-07__0__50799017", "lang": "en", "text": "Anyone who knows about Washington state wine should know about Red Willow Vineyard. It’s where wine pioneer Mike Sauer planted his first vineyard in 1971. It’s where Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in 1973 are still in production. It’s where the first production of Syrah grapes in the state took place in 1988. It’s where the superb grapes are carefully tended and made into excellent wines at Columbia Winery and many others. And it’s where, we discovered last weekend, one of the nicest and most knowledgeable wine families in Washington state live.\nMike Sauer and his son Jonathan humbly refer to themselves as farmers. And indeed they are farmers, and mighty fine ones. But they are also both artisans of grape growing. And they have a joyous spirituality about their work that is evidenced in this quote by Mike on the Red Willow Web site:\n“In farming there is no substitute for the soil, water, and hard work. Inherently, the nature of farming brings a spiritual dimension to our efforts. There is a connection of past, present, and future generations.\nFor us wine brings the soil, the site, the season, and the efforts of many people together into a single vintage. Later that vintage becomes a cherished memory of that year.”\nWe had the fortune and the honor to meet Mike, his wife Karen and Jonathan Sauer and to visit Red Willow Vineyard over the weekend with Columbia Winery’s Cellar Club. I will be writing several posts over the next few weeks about the experience, the grapes, the terroir and the incredible story of the Sauer family and Red Willow Vineyard.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.digisilkroad.com/exhibition/info/5/sipsa-agrisime-algiers", "date": "2017-07-25T08:53:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549425117.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20170725082441-20170725102441-00640.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7489446401596069, "token_count": 307, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__15273652", "lang": "en", "text": "International agriculture fair\nSIMA, the worldwide reference event for suppliers to the agricultural and livestock sectors, and SIPSA, the international trade show for livestock, agri-food and agricultural equipment, have teamed up to create a new trade show, SIMA-SIPSA in Algeria, which will be Africa’s largest trade show dedicated to livestock and agricultural equipment.\nThrough this association of two leading brands, SIMA-SIPSA will offer industry professionals an exhaustive product range to meet needs in all sectors of agriculture. Visitors can see on the show many devices for agriculture, animal feed, and several articles for veterinary medicine. At the same time the fair is an opportunity for foreign companies to search for business partners and joint ventures.\nFOUR GOOD REASONS TO EXHIBIT AT SIMA-SIPSA :\nMeet 20,000 livestock and agriculture professionals\nBuild new partnerships and maintain your network\nObtain the best possible return on investment\nStay a step ahead on the sector’s latest innovation\nTARGETED AND QUALIFIED VISITORS FROM THE AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK SECTORS:\nAgricultural and forestry contractors,\nFarming and official bodies, etc.\nTrade Show Contact:\nPalais des Expositions/Safex Expo Center\n16000 Algiers, Algier, Algeria\nTel: +213 (0)70 908888\nFax: +213 (0)21 386229", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.yourdracuttoday.com/2017/03/23/137800/spring-compost-dates", "date": "2020-08-05T07:27:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439735916.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20200805065524-20200805095524-00461.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9404144883155823, "token_count": 213, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__110342104", "lang": "en", "text": "Spring Compost Dates\nMar 23, 2017 06:13AM\nBy Theresa Gilman\n(Editor's Note: the following information was supplied by the Town of Dracut.)The compost site located at the Dillon Center, 833 Hildreth Street, will be opened Saturdays only this spring on the following dates: April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13, and May 20. Hours of operation will be from 8:00am to 4:00pm.\nThe site is closed the holiday weekend of May 27 (Memorial Day).\nThe compost site will accept leaves, brush, and grass clippings only, with proof of residency.\nScreened compost is available at the compost site for residents to use on their lawns, gardens or flowerbeds.\nPlease call DPW Director Edward G. Patenaude if you have any questions.\nFollow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Dracuttoday/ Follow us on Twitter at @Dracut_Today", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.fasterthanexpected.com/2018/09/12/climate-induced-soil-changes-may-cause-more-erosion-and-flash-flooding/", "date": "2024-04-14T16:30:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00521.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9427008032798767, "token_count": 329, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__56234427", "lang": "en", "text": "SOURCE: UCR News\nDATE: September 12, 2018\nSNIP: The earth beneath our feet isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when people think about the impacts of climate change. However, a study by a UC Riverside-led team of researchers predicts a climate-induced reduction in large soil pores, which may intensify the water cycle and contribute to more flash flooding and soil erosion by the end of the 21st century.\nIn a paper published Sept. 5 in Nature, the scientists studied the impact of climate change on macroporosity—the amount of large pores in the soil. Macropores, which are greater than 0.08 mm in diameter, allow water to be absorbed easily into the surrounding soil, where it can be used by plants, transport nutrients, and eventually make its way back into underground aquifers.\nUsing a large database of soils collected over 50 years from across the continental U.S. combined with atmospheric data from a network of weather stations, the researchers examined changes in macroporosity across a rainfall, temperature, and humidity gradient. They found macropores were more likely to develop in drier climates than humid climates, and that climate-related changes in macroporosity occur over shorter timescales than previously thought.\nThe researchers then used climate projections for the end of the 21st Century to predict that increasing humidity by 2080-2100 will reduce soil macroporosity in most regions of the U.S.\nThe consequences could be less infiltration of water into the ground, more surface runoff and erosion, and more flash flooding.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.uniquegardensllc.com/mulching/", "date": "2017-11-20T20:46:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806225.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20171120203833-20171120223833-00151.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9504221677780151, "token_count": 258, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__99046977", "lang": "en", "text": "What is mulching and what are the benefits?\nTo begin with, it can really help to promote the health of both the trees and shrubs in your gardens and landscape. Mulch is placed over the surface of the soil and as it breaks down and biodegrades, nutrients are fed into the soil, which are then absorbed by the root systems of the plants and trees. Mulching is like natural fertilizing.\nWhen the soil is covered in mulch, it also helps the soil to retain more moisture as it is protected from the sun and the elements like the wind. This means your trees and shrubs require less watering to remain hydrated.\nAnother benefit of mulching is it stunts the growth and proliferation of those dreaded and unsightly garden weeds.\nThere really are many benefits to this practice, and a quality landscape contractor will help guarantee the health of your outdoor space. Contact Unique Gardens, LLC. for the following landscape services:\n- Weed control\n- Lawn care, lawn care maintenance, lawn care services\nSpecializing in landscaping for commercial and residential premises, Unique Gardens are the team to call for a free estimate at (610) 857-1907. We service Parkesburg, Coatesville, and Downingtown, PA.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.jnorchids.online/growing-guide", "date": "2024-03-02T02:22:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475727.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302020802-20240302050802-00595.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9298403859138489, "token_count": 703, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__136620911", "lang": "en", "text": "Growing guide for Phalaenopsis plants\nFor Phalaenopsis potted in pots, watering is only necessary when the medium is on the dry side. When the medium is dry, the whole pot and medium are relatively lighter and the colour of the sphagnum moss is pale.\nUsually for plants potted in pots of 2.5\" diameter, it takes around 7 to 10 days for the sphagnum moss medium to dry after the previous watering. While for those in 3.5\" pots, it can take 10 to 15 days for the medium to dry before the next watering. However, this depends on the weather, lighting and root system of the plants, hence the best way to determine if watering is necessary is by looking at the colour of the medium at the side of the transparent pots (one of the advantages of using transparent pots) and by feeling the weight of the whole pot and medium.\nOverwatering of the medium can lead to root rot issues. One way to prevent this from happening is by only watering the whole pot of moss partially, by watering the top layer only and letting the water sink through slowly. By doing this, sufficient water is given to the plants and it helps the sphagnum moss in the pot to dry in a shorter period of time.\nFor Phalaenopsis plants growing on wood or fern bark, it is good to mist the roots once to twice a day, depending on the humidity of the growing environment. During rainy days, misting can be reduced to once a day. If the plants are partially exposed to rain, there is no need to mist or water them. Do note that misting water in the evening may lead to crown or stem rot issues.\n2. Light requirements\nAs Phalaenopsis plants grow on tree trunks and limbs in their natural habitat, with branches and leaves sheltering them away from direct sunlight, their leaves can get easily damaged when exposed to strong and intense direct sunlight. Hence, it is best to avoid any direct sunlight or use 70% sun mesh to reduce the light intensity. A bright and airy environment with high humidity (50% to 80%) is ideal for Phalaenopsis plants.\nThe ideal temperature ranges from 25 to 28 degrees, but Phalaenopsis plants can also survive at temperatures of around 30 degrees.\nPhalaenopsis plants are very sensitive to extreme humidity. A humidity level of 50% to 80% is preferred. Spraying or misting water on the leaves can help to increase the humidity level when it is low.\nPhalaenopsis plants grow better with the use of organic-based fertiliser, such as plant compost extract and seaweed extract. Chemical-based fertiliser such as Epsom salt (MgSO4) can be given occasionally through foliage sprays as a supply of chemicals that organic fertiliser lacks.\nIt is better to use fertiliser of weaker concentrations on a more regular basis. By reducing the concentration of fertiliser used, it also reduces the chance of chemical burns on the root systems. Thus, it is safer to use chemical fertilisers as foliage sprays, in the early morning for better absorption. Excess chemicals can then be washed away by spraying water on the leaves a few hours later. Organic-based fertiliser, on the other hand, can be used in low concentrations (10-20% of usual strength), to be watered into the pots for better absorption.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://maniototomeats.com/", "date": "2018-03-24T11:31:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257650262.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20180324112821-20180324132821-00217.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9322364926338196, "token_count": 118, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-13", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__198635216", "lang": "en", "text": "Our ancestors pioneered farming world-class lamb and beef in Maniototo, New Zealand. Today we’re selling it direct to the world.\nWe produce top quality lamb and beef in the Maniototo high country as we have done for five generations. Qualities that ensured the success of our forebears, such as careful husbandry and prudent land management, today make our meat products some of the best in the world. We provide a direct link between the farmers on the land and our buyers worldwide so we can bring our meat to market at the best price for everyone.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.corowafreepress.com.au/2018/02/07/1619/grdc-update-in-corowa", "date": "2018-04-20T21:55:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125944742.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20180420213743-20180420233743-00513.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8985861539840698, "token_count": 312, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__28548995", "lang": "en", "text": "Growers and advisors at the Grains Research Development Corporation (GRDC) Research Update in Corowa this February will hear the latest in local research on retaining stubble.\nRiverine Plains Inc is a grower group dedicated to improving the productivity of broadacre farming systems in north-east Victoria and southern New South Wales. The group is one of 16 farming systems and research organisations involved in GRDC’s flagship stubble investment, ‘Maintaining profitable farming systems with retained stubble.’\nThe investment, which finishes in June 2018, is driving exploration of issues that impact the profitability of retaining stubbles across a range of environments in southern Australia. The aim is to develop regional guidelines and recommendations that assist growers and advisers to consistently retain stubbles profitably.\nRiverine Plains Research and Extension Officer Dr Cassandra Schefe said the group established four large, commercial scale field trials at Dookie, Yarrawonga, Henty and Coreen/Corowa (‘Focus Farms’).\nDr Cassandra Schefe will address the one-day GRDC Research Update at Corowa on Thursday 15 February 2018. Other speakers include Roger Lawes from CSIRO on Understanding the basis behind the yield gap and Rohan Brill from NSW Department of Primary Industries on critical agronomy management points for optimising canola profitability.\nGo to www.grdc.com.au/events/list/2017/02/grdc-grains-research-update-corowa for the full list of speakers and to register.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.justaguything.com/3-things-lawn-tractor-buyers-always-forget-to-ask/", "date": "2023-01-27T12:10:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764494976.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20230127101040-20230127131040-00253.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9557439088821411, "token_count": 641, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__188294451", "lang": "en", "text": "There are a few things many people forget when buying their first lawn tractor. Aspects like a machine’s warranty or attachments may be overlooked compared to machine features like horsepower, but in reality, they can make or break your experience with the machine. Make sure to take the following factors into consideration to ensure you get the best experience and use from your lawn tractor.\nFirst things first, make sure you understand the warranty of the lawn tractor before settling on a machine. Well established manufacturers like Cub Cadet will offer robust warranties broken out in terms of different aspects of the machine. Look for information on a lawn tractor’s warranty either in the support area or individual products listings on the manufacturer’s website, or inquire at your local retailer. Your local dealer may be able to register your lawn tractor directly with the manufacturer when you make your purchase. Each manufacturer will have a different warranty, so it’s important to choose one that suits your needs best. On average, 2-3 years is the most common length, but some manufacturers also offer options such as warranty extensions and packages. Make sure to check with your local retailer for more information.\nSize and style\nBesides the warranty, another aspect that is very important to know is which mower style and size will fit your needs best. Standard lawn tractors, which commonly are smaller and have a simpler design, are ideal for tighter yards that only need a regular grass trim but are a bit too big a job for a walk-behind mower. On the other hand, bigger garden tractors have more power and a larger engine, making them perfect for more acreage. Apart from style, it is also important to consider the size of your lawn tractor’s cutting width. Lawn tractors with a smaller cutting width are better for getting into tight spaces on smaller lawns or those with a lot of garden beds of varying sizes and shapes (though if you have a very challenging yard layout you may want to consider a zero-turn mower instead). Bigger mower decks are recommended for large and open yards as the increased width directly translates to fewer passes to completely mow the area.\nSomething that many buyers don’t realise when purchasing a lawn tractor is that they can be used for multiple purposes if you buy the right accessories. One of the most common accessories are baggers which can be used to store grass cuttings. Other accessories like sunshades and arm rests allow you to personalize your ride and help make it as comfortable as possible. In addition, those looking to get the most from their lawn tractor can also opt for add-ons such as a snow thrower attachment and leaf clearers, making it possible to get the most out of your machine year-round. When buying, make sure to check which lawn tractor is compatible with the accessories and attachments you’d like to use. You’ll find all sorts of examples of uses for lawn tractors online.\nThese three things are few of the important considerations you might miss when making a decision while buying a lawn tractor, so make sure to take them into account.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.creighton.edu/geo/sustainability/getinvolved/communitygroups", "date": "2023-06-02T08:49:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648465.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602072202-20230602102202-00785.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9118762016296387, "token_count": 137, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__149977588", "lang": "en", "text": "See a list of community groups dedicated to sustainability below.\nKeep Omaha Beautiful offers a wide range of programs, events, and educational services that promote litter reduction, community beautification, and environmental knowledge. From community park cleanups to recycling projects with area schools, KOB’s efforts focus on promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a thriving, beautiful city.\nCitizens Climate Lobby are ordinary Nebraskans across the political spectrum lobbying Congress for climate action.\nCity Sprouts works with Omaha-area residents, volunteers, and interns to grow vegetables, flowers, and herbs using environmentally responsible and sustainable gardening techniques in our community gardens and urban farm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.chilebeachjams.com/the-essence-of-quality-unveiling-specialty-coffee-bean-varieties/", "date": "2024-04-20T23:59:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817688.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20240420214757-20240421004757-00795.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9122957587242126, "token_count": 580, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__56248473", "lang": "en", "text": "In the world of coffee, where subtleties in flavor and aroma reign supreme, the pursuit of quality is akin to an art form. Specialty coffee, with its diverse array of bean varieties, unveils a rich tapestry of flavors, inviting enthusiasts on a sensory journey that transcends the ordinary. From the renowned Bourbon and Geisha to the lesser-known Pacamara and SL28, each variety contributes its unique essence to the world of exceptional coffee.\nAt the core of this intricate world lies the Arabica species, revered for its nuanced taste and aromatic qualities. Within Arabica, different varieties emerge, each distinguished by factors such as origin, growing conditions, and genetic characteristics. The Bourbon variety, originating from the Bourbon Islands in the Indian Ocean, captivates with its balanced acidity and nuanced sweetness, often regarded as a hallmark of quality.\nIn contrast, the Geisha variety, hailing from Ethiopia but gaining global acclaim from Panama, exudes an exotic allure. Renowned for its floral and tea-like characteristics, Geisha coffee entices with its vibrant and complex flavors, often fetching premium prices in the market due to its sought-after taste profile.\nExploring beyond these renowned varieties unveils Specialty coffee beans hidden gems like Pacamara, a hybrid of Pacas and Maragogipe. This varietal boasts a larger bean size, offering a unique flavor profile characterized by a full body and distinct fruity notes. Its rarity and distinctive taste have garnered attention among aficionados seeking novel coffee experiences.\nFurthermore, the SL28 variety, originating in Kenya, has made its mark with its exceptional cup quality. Known for its bright acidity, wine-like flavors, and hints of blackcurrant, SL28 exemplifies the diverse range of flavors that can emerge from a single bean variety grown in a specific terroir.\nThe journey of specialty coffee bean varieties extends beyond geographical boundaries, with factors such as altitude, soil composition, and climate playing pivotal roles in shaping their distinct characteristics. High-altitude regions often produce beans with enhanced acidity and complexity, while volcanic soils contribute unique mineral nuances to the final brew.\nMoreover, the meticulous processing methods applied to these beans further elevate their quality. From the washed process, which accentuates clarity and brightness in the cup, to the natural process, intensifying fruity and full-bodied flavors, each technique showcases the diversity of tastes inherent in these specialty varieties.\nThe allure of specialty coffee bean varieties lies not only in their exquisite tastes but also in the stories they carry—the tales of generations cultivating these plants, the artisans processing them, and the connoisseurs savoring their intricate flavors. Embracing the diverse spectrum of coffee varieties offers enthusiasts an opportunity to embark on a sensory expedition, discovering and celebrating the nuanced essence of quality encapsulated in each cup.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://foodguides.com/products/organic-hulled-millet-grain-48-oz", "date": "2023-11-29T20:55:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100146.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129204528-20231129234528-00011.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8908050060272217, "token_count": 758, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__200543135", "lang": "en", "text": "Organic Hulled Millet Grain (48 oz)Acid Reflux Dinner GERD Grocery IBS Low-FODMAP\nLooking for a Non GMO Cooking Solution? Look No Further! Millet grains are a perfect replacement for recipes that use rice and grains like organic amaranth, barley grain, whole sorghum, sorghum grain, organic hulled barley, sprouted buckwheat groats, quinoa flakes, and sorghum flakes. Packed with a good amount of your RDA, hulled millet contains many vitamins and is high in fiber. Being non GMO, kosher and vegan it gives recipes a great mild taste and texture. The Best of All Forms. With many varieties of millet including on the market it can be tough to know what to choose. Our organic hulled proso millet contains many of the health benefits of these other options while cutting down on your cooking time. So whether you are making rice millet or ancient grain pasta you can be assured you are using a top of the line millet ingredient! Making flour from our seeds? Millet flour is also a great substitute for other flours such as amaranth flour. Milled in the USA! USDA approved organic, kosher and vegan every seed is batch tested and perfect for a low fat, high protein diet! So no more need to search for \"millet hybrid,\" \"millet organic,\" and \"millets for food of humans\" because your all in one millet seed solution is here! Not Entirely Satisfied? We here at Organic Grains have a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and offer a no questions asked, 30-day money-back guarantee on every purchase! Now that's a great deal on some great millet grain for all your baking needs!\n- Rich in Protein, Fiber, Iron, and more! - Our proso organic millet grain is low in calories and contains more nutritional vitamins than whole wheat. Perfect for diet prepared meals our ancient grain will help you reach your Recommended Daily Allowances with key vitamins and nutrients! Talk about getting more for your dollar!\n- Perfect Substitute for Other Whole Grains! - Whole millet grain make a wonderful substitute for whole grain, organic oat groats, raw organic oats, amaranth grain, buckwheat groats, and hulled barley. With short cooking times and the high fiber and nutritional value in our organic millet, you can be confident knowing each millet seed will taste delicious and provide you with more nutritional benefits than other leading grains!\n- The Perfect Ingredient For Your Cooking Needs! - Whether you are trying to make millet bread, millet pasta, other millet noodles or puffed millet, our hulled millet seeds will help you get the job done! Additionally, with the millet hull removed you will be able to cook it faster while still receiving all the nutritional benefit of the seeds. Delicious and nutritious!\n- Kosher & Keto! - Everyone of our millet seeds from our supply of bulk grains is kosher and perfect for a keto diet! Whether you are using making millet puffed cereal or millet and flax chips you can toast, roast, steam boil, ground and cook with assurance that your ingredients are top of the line!\n- Milled In America, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! - You’ll love all the health benefits from our organic millet grain products. We offer a no questions asked, 30-day money-back guarantee on every purchase! Now that's a great deal on some great organic seeds!\nPackage Dimensions: 11.9 x 6.2 x 2.6 inches\nOther Reviewed Products", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://omololuschool.org/omololu-international-school-announces-the-launch-of-project-young-farmers-green-gardens/", "date": "2020-09-18T16:59:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400188049.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20200918155203-20200918185203-00078.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9385557174682617, "token_count": 490, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__179629166", "lang": "en", "text": "Omololu International School Announces the Launch of Project: Young Farmers…Green Gardens\nOmololu International School (OIS) opened the doors of its new school year to exciting plans to create and implement a sustainable “green” community project, “Young Farmers…Green Gardens”, as part of its community outreach program. This type of project dovetails with the new International Baccalaureate-oriented curriculum being pursued at the school. Elements of this project were pilot -tested by OIS students in The Primary School Science Fair held earlier this year, where they examined Portable Gardens versus Traditional Gardens and Organic Farming.\nOIS expresses profound gratitude to the Governor’s Office for making a grant available to magnify this project idea on a larger scale so as to have positive ripple effects on the Anguillian community. The project vision is to embrace various stakeholders in the community including OIS students and their families and other children within the community (aged 9 years to 11 years) to participate in a Young Farmer’s Club.\nThe project sets out to integrate and utilise principles and practices in a specific area of sustainable development in Anguilla, whilst improving awareness, attitudes, knowledge, skills and experiences of participants, on how to grow their own healthy food through community efforts and networking.\nThere will also be a strong educational component underscored, where students will learn about economic diversification, agriculture, sustainability, healthy living, recycling, entrepreneurship and community stewardship. The school will have a ‘Farmville” like concept where students participating in the project will partner with related agencies connected to the promotion of agriculture and community development. Brief workshops conducted by experts and field trips to farms and produce outlets will keep a strong link to current, hands-on practical techniques that can be readily used to get results.\nAn important hallmark of this project is the community connection – to inspire others to set up portable gardens and to make fresh produce available for sale to the community. A portion of the proceeds of the sale will be re-invested in active charitable causes in the community. OIS is pleased to invite interested parents of children between the ages of 9 – 11 years to indicate their interest by calling 497-5430 or emailing [email protected]\nFor more information on OIS see www.omololuschool.org or drop in to visit our school.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://josephbarneswines.com/collections/champagne/products/domaine-pierre-gerbais-lieu-dit-champ-viole-nv", "date": "2024-04-13T00:44:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00720.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.93763667345047, "token_count": 195, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__191105929", "lang": "en", "text": "The estate was founded in 1930 and is situated at Celles-sur-Ource in the Cote-des-Bar - the southernmost tip of Champagne. There are 18 hectares of vines in total and today the farm is run by 4th generation winemaker, Aurelien Gerbais. The estate converted to organic cultivation in 1996 and everything is done by hand. Aurelien and his father Pascal are pioneers in the use of Pinot Blanc in their house blends and the family is fiercely protective of its 4 hectares of this particular grape.\nA pale straw-yellow in colour with a lively and steady mousse. Aromas of green apples, ripe pears and buttered bread. Weighty and pure on the palate with further green fruit notes and a generous minerality, the finish is lingering and refreshing. Try with Oysters Rockefeller, butternut squash ravioli with a sage sauce or spring rolls with a sweet chilli sauce.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://findonlinepk.com/university-of-agriculture-phd-written-exams-last-date-2023/", "date": "2023-12-05T09:37:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100550.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205073336-20231205103336-00484.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9504676461219788, "token_count": 411, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__25669802", "lang": "en", "text": "The University of Agriculture Peshawar, commonly known as AUP, has been a leading institution in agricultural education in Pakistan since its establishment in 1981. The university is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovative research, playing a crucial role in advancing agricultural sciences.\nAUP Courses 2023\nIn 2023, AUP is set to offer a diverse range of courses designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to tackle the challenges of modern agriculture. These courses span various fields, including agronomy, horticulture, livestock management, and agricultural economics.\nPhD Written Comprehensive Examination Last Date Extended\nIn a significant development, AUP has extended the last date for the Ph.D. Written Comprehensive Examination 2023 until September 28, 2023. This decision reflects AUP’s dedication to creating a conducive learning environment and ensuring that students have ample opportunities to excel in their academic pursuits.\nAUP’s commitment to excellence is also evident in its admission process. The university invites aspiring students to join its academic community in 2023, offering them the opportunity to be part of a world-class institution dedicated to shaping the future of agriculture.\nAUP PhD Exams Last Date Extended 2023\nThe University of Agriculture Peshawar remains committed to its mission of providing quality education and research opportunities in agriculture. With its wide array of courses and commitment to accommodating students, AUP continues to be a symbol of excellence in agricultural education in Pakistan.\nThis extension of the deadline for the Ph.D. Written Comprehensive Examination is a testament to AUP’s dedication to its students and its commitment to fostering academic excellence. It provides aspiring scholars with additional time to prepare for their exams, further enhancing their chances of success.\nUniversity of Agriculture Peshawar continues to uphold its reputation as a beacon of excellence in the field of agricultural education. The extension of the deadline for the Ph.D. Written Comprehensive Examination 2023 is just one of the many ways AUP demonstrates its commitment to its students and their academic success.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mastersoftrivia.com/aloe-vera-propagation-seeds-cuttings/", "date": "2024-04-19T00:08:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817249.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418222029-20240419012029-00696.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9273301362991333, "token_count": 1048, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__9317915", "lang": "en", "text": "Greetings, trivia enthusiasts! Today, we embark on a journey into the verdant world of aloe vera. Ahead, we’ll be exploring another question from the Aloe Vera Trivia Quiz about propagating Aloe Vera by either seeds or cuttings.\nSo prepare to unlock the secrets of aloe vera propagation as we dive deep into the roots of this versatile succulent plant.\nSee if you can answer this question from The Aloe Vera Trivia Quiz before reading on.\nWhen it comes to expanding your aloe vera plant collection, you have two main options for propagation: seeds and cuttings. Each method has its own set of advantages and challenges, but both can be rewarding for those looking to grow their own aloe vera plants at home.\nPropagating aloe vera from seeds can be a more time-consuming process compared to using cuttings. Aloe vera seeds are relatively tiny and can take a few weeks to germinate. Additionally, aloe vera plants grown from seeds may not always resemble the parent plant due to genetic variations.\nTo propagate aloe vera from seeds, you can sow them in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Regular watering and patience are key to successfully growing aloe vera from seeds.\nUsing cuttings is a popular and quicker method of propagating aloe vera. Aloe vera plants readily produce offsets, also known as plantlets or pups, which can be removed from the mother plant and replanted to grow into new plants.\nTo propagate aloe vera from cuttings, you can carefully remove the offsets from the main plant, allow the cut ends to callus over for a day or two, and then plant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil lightly moist and provide indirect sunlight for the new plants to thrive.\nOne of the benefits of propagating aloe vera from cuttings is that the new plants will closely resemble the parent plant, maintaining its desirable traits.\nWhether you choose to propagate aloe vera from seeds or cuttings, both methods can be a fun and rewarding way to expand your aloe vera garden. Experiment with both techniques to see which works best for you and enjoy watching your aloe vera plants flourish.\nKnown for its soothing gel and air-purifying properties, aloe vera is a resilient succulent that thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil. It’s a versatile plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors, making it a popular choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.\nWith proper care and attention, aloe vera plants can thrive for many years, providing you with a natural remedy for minor burns and skin irritations, as well as a touch of greenery to brighten up your living space.\nEnjoying this article?\nHere are some more from “The Aloe Vera Trivia Quiz” that might interest you:\nLet’s dig into the common misconceptions surrounding the propagation of aloe vera plants.\nContrary to popular belief, aloe vera plants cannot be propagated through grafting. Grafting is a technique commonly used with fruit trees and some ornamental plants, not with aloe vera.\nAloe vera plants have a different structure that does not lend itself well to the grafting process. Attempting to graft aloe vera onto another plant would most likely result in failure, as the plant’s biology is not conducive to this method.\nWhile it may seem logical to assume that aloe vera can only be propagated through cuttings due to its succulent nature, this is not entirely accurate.\nAloe vera can indeed be propagated through cuttings, but it is not the only method available. Seeds are another viable option for propagating aloe vera plants, providing a different approach to expanding your aloe collection.\nWhile aloe vera seeds are a less common method of propagation compared to cuttings, they can still be used to grow new plants.\nSome people mistakenly believe that aloe vera can only be propagated through cuttings because they are more familiar with this method. However, seeds offer another avenue for propagation and can result in healthy, thriving aloe vera plants.\nIn the world of horticulture and gardening, aloe vera’s propagation methods are as diverse as its many uses. Whether you choose to grow it from seeds or cuttings, the journey of nurturing this resilient plant is a rewarding one.\nSo, the next time you admire a vibrant aloe vera plant sitting on your windowsill, take a moment to appreciate the wonders of nature and the simple yet remarkable ways in which we can cultivate it.\nIf you’re curious to test your knowledge further on aloe vera or other topics, why not challenge yourself with our trivia quiz? Take the Aloe Vera Trivia Quiz now!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ruforum.wordpress.com/2017/04/07/apply-now-africa-center-of-excellence-ace-africa-for-climate-smart-agriculture-and-biodiversity-conservation/", "date": "2021-09-21T09:07:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057199.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20210921070944-20210921100944-00538.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9128968715667725, "token_count": 145, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__148893481", "lang": "en", "text": "The recently established Africa Center of Excellence for Climate Smart Agriculture and Biodiversity Conservation (Climate SABC) at Haramaya University in Ethiopia, with financial support from the World Bank, provides a new opportunity for African students to enroll in a transdisciplinary post-graduate study conducted by a truly global faculty in one of the following programs:\n- MSc in Climate Smart Agriculture\n- MSc in Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Management\n- PhD in Climate Smart Agriculture and Biodiversity Conservation\nApplications can be submitted to the following addresses up to 31 May 2017 for the first batch. Applications will be accepted also in the subsequent years.\nClick here to read more: Haramaya ACE Climate SABC Brochure.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.selectshandong.com/home/article_en/index/id/670.html", "date": "2024-04-17T08:27:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817146.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417075330-20240417105330-00013.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8964501023292542, "token_count": 1216, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__60570055", "lang": "en", "text": "Comprehensive agricultural capacity is in the forefront. Shandong took the lead in launching the plan to improve the quality of cultivated land nationwide and organizing the implementation of six projects, including soil improvement and remediation, pesticide residue control, plastic film pollution control, comprehensive utilization of crop straws, livestock and poultry manure control, and heavy metal pollution remediation.\nThe momentum of agricultural development continued to increase. Shandong has continuously increased its sci-tech innovation ability, advanced the comprehensive reform in rural areas, and improved the opening-up level of agriculture.\nFormat & Model\nNew formats and new models are growing rapidly. Shandong has cultivated and expanded new agricultural business entities and developed rapidly new formats of business such as e-commerce agricultural products and leisure agriculture. The \"New Six Industry\", i.e. the integrated development of primary, secondary and tertiary industries in agriculture are becoming new highlights in increasing agricultural efficiency and farmers' income.\nBuild a strong province with standard agricultural brands. Comprehensively promote the county construction in respect to safe agricultural products and the brand leading actions in the name of \"Delicately Beautiful Shandong with Brand Agricultural Products\", accelerate the development of pollution-free agricultural products, green foods, organic agricultural products and agricultural products of geographical indication, vigorously promote standardized agricultural production, strengthen the supervision and management of pesticides, build a system to trace the quality and safety of agricultural products, and create a province excelling in quality brands of agricultural products. Focus on cultivating 70 regional public agricultural brands and 500 enterprise product brands.\nNew Six Industry\nBuild a province demonstrative of agricultural \"New Six Industry\" development. Vigorously develop new industries and new formats in rural areas and accelerate the cultivation of development highlights such as leisure agriculture and rural tourism, pastoral complexes, marine ecological pasture complexes, small towns with agricultural characteristics by focusing on the construction of pilot projects for the integrated development of primary, secondary and tertiary industries. Promote the \"link with secondary and tertiary industries\" in agriculture and realize full-link upgrading, full-chain value added and full-industry integration. Focus on the construction of 50 demonstration counties for and 600 demonstration entities for agricultural \"New Six Industry\".\nBuild a province advanced in the application of \"intelligent agriculture\". Promote the intelligent development of agriculture, the wide application of information technology in agricultural production and in the market circulation and safety supervision of agricultural products, and the in-depth integration of information technology such as Internet of Things, remote sensing, big data and cloud computing with agriculture and build a province demonstrative of national agricultural Internet of Things application and a demonstration base of intelligent agriculture.\nBuild a province leading in the open development of agriculture. Cultivate a number of multinational enterprise groups competitive in agriculture, improve and perfect the system and mechanism of agricultural opening-up, build a strong agricultural trade province, and enhance the international influence and competitiveness of Shandong's agricultural products by focusing on the establishment of national comprehensive experimental zones for agricultural open development.\nAdjust the planting structure of food, cash and forage crops in a coordinated way. Speed up the construction of a three-dimensional planting structure with coordinated development of food, cash and forage crops according to the requirements of stable food production, optimized cash crop development and expanded forage growing. Stabilize food production, focus on expanding the planting area of high-quality and strong-gluten wheat, moderately reduce grains and corns, and increase high-quality edible soybeans, potatoes, grains and beans, etc. Optimize the varieties and regional distribution of cash crops, consolidate the production of vegetables, fruits and oil in the main production areas, and promote the value and efficiency increasing of cash crops. Expand the planting area of forage crops, vigorously develop high-quality forage such as silage corn and alfalfa in areas where herbivorous livestock and poultry are dominant, encourage the establishment of demonstration bases for planting and producing high-quality forage, and cultivate a modern forage industry system.\nEnlarge and strengthen high-efficiency characteristic industries. Based on the resource endowments of various regions, make effort to cultivate \"famous, premium, special, rare and new\" cash crops, promote the industry upgrading in relation to grains and beans, vegetables and fruits, tea, silkworm and mulberry, flowers and seedlings, edible fungi, traditional Chinese medicine and characteristic breeding, create a number of characteristic agricultural industry belts and demonstration bases, and build local specialties and small varieties into large industries that will increase farmers' income. Vigorously develop characteristic economic forests and other green industries, promote economic models based on the forest such as forest fungi and forest medicine, and promote agroforestry. Promote standardized production, industrial management and specialized services of advantageous and characteristic agriculture and build a number of agricultural products of geographical indication and origin protection bases.\nImprove Quality and Efficiency of Animal Husbandry\nTransform and upgrade the traditional production mode of animal husbandry, build a number of modern industrial parks of animal husbandry based on large-scale breeding, with agriculture and animal husbandry combined and the ecological cycle as the development direction, and integrating the primary, secondary and tertiary industries, to create a highlight in the development of modern animal husbandry. Standardize the construction of large-scale livestock and poultry farms (communities) and manure pollution disposal facilities for farmers, strengthen the comprehensive waste disposal in livestock and poultry breeding and agricultural production, and establish a county-wide collection, disposal and utilization network to accelerate the waste recycling for livestock and poultry breeding. Vigorously develop modern livestock and poultry breeding industry, microecological preparations, biological preparations, high-efficiency and low-residue veterinary drugs, green and healthy feed industry, etc., and cultivate new advantages for the development of animal husbandry.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.haba.de/en_GB/kullerbue/who-will-help-me-with-the-kullerbue-fruit-harvest/e/8xke5", "date": "2020-05-24T21:28:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347385193.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20200524210325-20200525000325-00241.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9708648920059204, "token_count": 598, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__5225280", "lang": "en", "text": "As Paul and his parents sit down to breakfast in the morning, the sun shines brightly through the window. “Today is the perfect day for harvesting fruit in the garden,” says Paul’s father. “The apple, pear and plum trees are full of ripe fruit.” “Oh yes, I want to pick fruit,” calls Paul enthusiastically. “I’ll bet Kira and Douglas want to help too.”\nA little later Paul’s friends arrive and they all go to the big orchard behind the house. There they find a little black raven in one of the plum trees, picking a ripe plum with his beak. “Mmmm, delicious,” the raven croaks, “these plums are really sweet and juicy.” But when he sees Paul and the others he quickly flies away – as fast as a raven can fly when its belly is full of delicious fruit. While Paul’s parents climb up into the treetops with their buckets and ladders to pick the delicious fruit, Paul, Kira and Douglas collect freshly fallen fruit from the ground.\nUnexpectedly the flying mice also come past in the afternoon to help with the fruit harvest. They use their plane to fly high up in the treetops – all the way at the top where even Paul’s parents can’t get to with their ladder – and as they fly past they pick apples, pears and plums. Then they fly close to the ground and drop the fruit into the baskets. “Thank you very much for your help,” Paul calls to the mice as they change course with their plane and disappear toward the horizon. Even the brave parachuting frog comes past the orchard to help. He hops from one branch to another until he’s all the way up the top of the plum tree. There he picks as much fruit as his little hands can hold before parachuting back down to the ground.\nBy the afternoon the trees are almost picked clean and the baskets on the ground are completely full. “It’s time to take a little break,” calls Paul’s mum as she sets the table in the garden. “Who wants some apple crumble with whipped cream?” “Me!” “Me!” “Me too!” they all call out enthusiastically. They also all get a big cup of fruit juice.\nAnd once the plates are clean of the very last crumb they get to work again. Almost done! “As a reward this afternoon I have something special for you,” announces Paul’s mum smiling “I made you all a fruity yogurt ice cream!” The hard-working fruit pickers start cheering once again. With the prospect of a cool refreshment, fruit picking seems to go even faster.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hartlebury.worcs.sch.uk/news/exciting-news-from-eco-club/", "date": "2023-02-08T23:33:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500983.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20230208222635-20230209012635-00347.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9790682196617126, "token_count": 129, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__186080366", "lang": "en", "text": "Posted on: 19th June 2022\nExciting News from Eco Club!\nWe have some very exciting news from the members of our Eco club…They have grown their very own radishes!\nThe Radishes are the first thing they have grown and WOW don’t they just look amazing!\nWe were even able to bring the Radishes straight from the Eco garden to the children’s plates at lunchtime when they were used in our salad bowl. It doesn’t get much fresher than that!\nWell done Eco club! We look forward to seeing what other healthy food options you will be growing!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://fitolife.az/fito-life-factory?hl=en", "date": "2023-03-29T15:59:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949009.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20230329151629-20230329181629-00089.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.944073498249054, "token_count": 319, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__268897536", "lang": "en", "text": "\"Fito Life\" Factory\n\"Fito Life\" LLC\nThe Fito Life plant, built in Tovuz, collects, processes and exports products from medical herbs and fruits to the world market. “ABAD” reception centers have been set up in many picturesque regions of Azerbaijan. Medical herbs and fruits harvested from Gadabay, Shamkir, Tovuz, Goychay, Gusar, Guba, Aghsu, Imishli and other regions are sent to the factory in Tovuz. The plant produces a series of medical and plant teas, as well as dried fruits, which are exported both throughout the republic and the USA, Spain, Germany, Latvia, Turkey, India, China, Korea. Products are presented for sale in small and large packages, in sacks or in boxes.\nFruits harvested in Gadabay, Shamkir, Tovuz, Goychay, Gusar, Guba, Agsu, Imishli regions are collected at the “ABAD” reception center of the region. The fruits collected at the center are sent to Fito Life plant in Tovuz for further processing. Dried fruits produced at the plant are exported both throughout the republic and to the USA, Spain, Germany, Latvia, Turkey, India, China, Korea. Dried apples, apricots, peaches, palms, kiwi, black and yellow raisins are presented for sale in big and small packagings, as well as in boxes of 5 kg.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.godwinobaseki.com/News/edo-seals-deal-for-10-000-poultry-birds-per-day-modular-plant", "date": "2024-02-28T05:06:43Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474697.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228044414-20240228074414-00643.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9192404747009277, "token_count": 365, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__164122591", "lang": "en", "text": "…project to impact over 500,000 smallholder farmers\nThe Edo State Government has entered into a partnership with Heifer International and Amo Farms Sieberer Limited for the development of a modular poultry processing plant.\nWhen completed, the plant would process 10,000 poultry birds daily.\nDisclosing the partnership to journalists in Benin City, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Stephen Idehenre, said the state government is committed to making the state Nigeria's poultry hub.\nHe noted, “The essence of the partnership is to create a market for our poultry farmers. We have brought in poultry birds off-takers, which is Amo farms to off-take and process at least 10,000 poultry birds per day. Most of those abandoned poultry farms will be revived because there is a ready market now.\n“If we must grow the agribusiness, we must begin to find solutions to the off-takers challenge we have in all the agricultural value chains.”\nOn his part, the Country Director, Heifer Nigeria, Mr. Rufus Idris, said the initiative would increase access to premium market, finance and new technology for smallholder poultry farmers.\nHe said, “The project will improve productivity and sustainable livelihoods income for 500,000 smallholder farmers by 2030. The project will support market system actors to improve capacity competitiveness, resilience and bridge the demand and supply gaps.\n“In this tripartite market system development partnership, the state government will provide the enabling business development environment.”\nIdris added, “The new poultry factory would off-take broiler and noiler breeds of birds produced by hundreds of thousands of smallholder poultry farmers that are targeted as beneficiaries of the project.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://inkblurb.com/birth-of-the-seasons/", "date": "2020-08-13T14:51:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439739046.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20200813132415-20200813162415-00596.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9485442638397217, "token_count": 141, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__163789107", "lang": "en", "text": "Hades broke through the ground driving a chariot of black horses. He seized Persephone from the garden and fled back to the underworld.\nDemeter, the harvest goddess desperately searched for her daughter, neglecting earth’s bounties in her sadness. A great famine came to pass. Concerned by this neglect, Helios told Demeter what occurred.\nAngered, Demeter demanded Zeus force Hades to return their daughter. Hades agreement came with much trickery.\nHis ploy to keep Persephone was thwarted by Demeter.\nStill today, each spring the fields flourish; while autumn, when Persephone must return to the underworld, the earth’s bounty dies away.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.sitemap.greentocompete.org/eat-brazil-nuts-save-the-amazon-rainforest/", "date": "2024-02-27T20:44:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474686.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227184934-20240227214934-00250.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9356463551521301, "token_count": 259, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__65646970", "lang": "en", "text": "Trading sustainable products from the Peruvian Amazon creates the harmony between money, people, and planet that the world needs, says Shiwi Founder Sofía Rubio.\nHealthy. Conscious. Wild.\nThis is what the Amazonian Brazil nut is all about, and it is not only healthy, but tasty. Its smooth, buttery texture fills the mouth with a delicious, nutty flavour, like that of its tree nut sister macadamia. And the best part: Brazil nuts are the richest source of selenium to be found in any food product.\nBrazil nuts are harvested in the wild Amazon rainforest. Their massive trees rise above the canopy, each one producing a fruit that encases 10 to 20 individual nuts. Once these ripen, they fall to the forest floor, waiting to be collected.\nHowever, these trees are in danger. In June 2020, Reuters reported that the deforestation of the rainforest could be at its worst in over a decade. Wildfires, along with farmers cutting down trees to make way for cattle or agricultural products are constant threats.\nConserving the Brazil nut tree has become a symbol for saving the rainforest. Sofía Rubio, the founder of Peruvian company Shiwi, wants to get this message to the World.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://vancouverbc.com/top-10-family-friendly-farms-to-visit-in-metro-vancouver/", "date": "2022-08-17T01:22:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572833.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817001643-20220817031643-00427.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9573655128479004, "token_count": 1618, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__63742754", "lang": "en", "text": "During any season of the year, whether it’s hot and sunny or there’s a chill in the air, visiting a local farm with the family can be a blast. In the spring and summer months the farms are usually much more busy, with petting zoos, pony rides, various activities for the kids, and fresh produce at the farm markets. In the fall, many of these farms have huge pumpkin patches where you can choose your own pumpkins, wander through corn mazes, and go for a hayride. During the winter you’ll see Christmas tree fields, Christmas markets, and other festive events.\nMaan Farms, located in Abbotsford, is one of the most exciting farms you can visit throughout the year. Kids can enjoy playing at the Barnyard Adventureland, cruising down the zipline, and visiting the animals in the petting zoo. There’s fun to be had for adults as well, such as Goat Yoga, where you can enjoy a glass of their signature berry wine and participate in a yoga class while the baby goats wander around you. In the fall they run a Haunted Corn Maze and an interactive and terrifying Pitch Black experience. Their Christmas Market opens in the winter months, where you can buy hand-made gifts from local vendors or come early for a crepe breakfast by donation to BC Children’s Hospital.\nTaves Family Farms Applebarn\nThe Applebarn at Taves Family Farms can be found in Abbotsford near the US border. During the spring they put on an Easterfest event for the kids, with egg hunts, bunnies, hayrides, and other fun farmyard activities. They also host an Easter event for adults, with food, beverages, and live music. In the late summer and fall there are a ton of activities for the whole family, such as a visit to the Applebarn Country Store, the petting barn, or the pumpkin patch. Those looking to pick their own produce can U-pick apples, goji berries, and pumpkins, then pay for what you pick when you’re finished.\nOpen since 1975, Maplewood Farm is located on 5 acres of rural farmland in North Vancouver near Mount Seymour. Here you can visit and feed the animals, watch a milking demonstration, and meet the farm hands. The farm is home to over 200 birds and animals, such as rabbits, sheep, cows, pigs, goats, and horses. Come for the day to play, have a picnic, or book in advance for a pony ride.\nAldor Acres has been operating for over 30 years in Langley since 1988. Their farm is open year round for farm tours, petting zoos, school tours, birthday parties, and other special events throughout the seasons. There’s a Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch in the fall and they operate a Christmas Tree Farm where you can cut your own tree during the winter. During these special events there are tractor pulled hayrides, a market cleverly named as the Farmacy, and a ton of different animals to pet and feed.\nKrause Berry Farms\nKrause Berry Farms is a 200 acre berry farm located in Langley, operating since 1974. The Estate Winery is open year round, serving wine, waffles, lunch, and assisting with Market purchases such as pies, frozen berries, and frozen foods. The Market and Bakery open up in the spring, along with the U-pick fields where you can pick your own strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and even fresh flowers. This is a farm you should visit on an empty stomach because the berry topped waffles are mind blowing, the pies in the Market are loaded with fresh berries, and you can grab tons of other treats from the Creamery, the KB Corral Waffle Bar, and the Fudgery.\nSouthlands Heritage Farm\nSouthlands Heritage Farm is located in Vancouver, allowing you to escape to the farm without ever leaving the city. This farm provides educational experiences to both kids and adults about farming, livestock, and sustainability. They offer pony rides and horseback riding lessons, and they also host spring break and summer camps, birthday parties, and field trips. Their weekly Farmer’s Market is open from June until October and you can visit the Pumpkin Patch from October 1st to 31st. The animals that live on this farm include horses, ponies, goats, sheep, chickens, and ducks.\nEagle Acres Dairy Farm\nThe Eagle Acres Dairy Farm, located in Langley, is open to school tours, group tours, seniors tours, birthday parties, and drop in tours on certain dates. The various tours take visitors through how a dairy farms work, introduces them to farm animals, or takes them through the pumpkin patch. There are 9 different species of animals on the farm, with a total of over 200 animals living here. Tours and field trips may involve butter making, hand milking, cow and calf feeding, and an introduction to R2D2, the milking robot.\nRondriso Farms is a small-scale, traditional family farm located in Surrey. Their General Store is open year round, selling farm fresh produce and natural beef raised right on the farm. You can purchase their Localicious Produce Box in the summer, fall, and winter, which is filled with seasonal produce harvested fresh that day. On October 1st they open their Pumpkin Patch up to the public and offer hayrides down to the fields where you can choose your own pumpkin. You can also purchase mini-pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, and hay bales from their Farm Stand or visit the cows and chickens before you go.\nWestham Island Herb Farm\nWestham Island Herb Farm, located in Lander, has been a family run farm since 1916. You can sneak a peek into the past with the historic photos they have posted on their website. Today they grow produce, herbs, strawberries, flowers, and pumpkins. You can U-pick strawberries from the field, purchase a custom picked bouquet from their flower garden, or shop their General Store for jellies, honey, handmade aprons, and other farm fresh goods. Their pumpkin patch features all sizes of pumpkins available in various colors, such as white, grey, orange, red and variegated.\nBirchwood Dairy Farm\nBirchwood Dairy Farm is a 220 acre dairy farm located in Abbotsford. They offer 45 minute educational guided tours that take you around the farm, into the cow barn to meet the mama cows, through the milking area to learn about the equipment they use, and then into the calf barn to see the newborns. After the tour you’ll be treated to one of their gourmet ice cream cones and will be invited to explore the designated areas on your own. You can also book custom birthday celebrations here or go on your own self guided tour. Within their Country Store you can grab a light lunch and shop for farm fresh dairy products. From June to September you can also visit with the animals in the petting area.\nWhen planning a visit to any of these farms be sure to dress for the environment. Many farms have muddy or uneven ground, so appropriate footwear is important. If there’s a petting zoo, watch out for those tricky goats because they love to eat clothes and nibble on anything else you may have on you. It’s a good idea to wear something you won’t mind getting dirty. Between picking up pumpkins from the ground, sitting in a pile of hay, or rubbing up against the resident livestock, you’re bound to take a bit of the farm home with you on your clothes.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.speed.ph/potato-corner-gawad-kalinga-launch-harvest-chips/", "date": "2023-10-04T14:21:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511369.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004120203-20231004150203-00234.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9222025275230408, "token_count": 393, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__18862058", "lang": "en", "text": "Heads up, Potato Corner fans! Here’s your chance to indulge in your favorite flavorful snacks and make a difference for our local farmers and communities at the same time.\nPotato Corner and Gawad Kalinga have teamed up to launch Harvest Chips—potato chips that are coated with your favorite Potato Corner flavors.\nThe potatoes used for Harvest Chips are sourced from Benguet farmers who are part of Gawad Kalinga’s program, Bayan-Anihan.\nPriced at only P99, Harvest Chips are crisp and light—making them perfect for snacking. In true Potato Corner fashion, they can be coated in your choice of flavors, such as cheese, barbeque, sour cream, and white cheddar.\n“Our meaningful partnership with Gawad Kalinga is the perfect blend of flavor and purpose. At Potato Corner, we firmly believe in enhancing lives not only through our mouthwatering flavored fries but also by extending our unwavering support to farmers and communities in need. We’re committed to making a positive impact and spreading joyful moments through every flavorful bite,” said Joey Alvero, Potato Corner’s COO.\n“We are filled with pride in our partnership with Potato Corner which is an incredible opportunity to create sustainable pathways for our poorest farmers through Harvest Chips. “Harvest” or “Ani” is a shared vision of our partnership where farmers, Gawad Kalinga community members, and Potato Corner patrons are acting in solidarity to create a value chain that connects and empowers the potential of the poor towards a future full of Hope,” shared Luis Oquiñena, Gawad Kalinga Chairman.\nHarvest Chips are available in Metro Manila, Rizal, and select stores in Luzon and Cebu. Click here to see where you can get these flavorful chips.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://albertstaste.nl/Matetic-Syrah", "date": "2022-01-19T07:56:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320301264.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20220119064554-20220119094554-00456.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9536582231521606, "token_count": 645, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__99063953", "lang": "en", "text": "Naam van de wijn: Matetic-Syrah\nProducent: Matetic Vineyards, Chili\nHerkomtbenaming: D.O. San Antonio Valley, Chili\nThe 2015 harvest had very stable temperatures, with a steady summer of cool mornings and arm afternoons. The fruit was in very good condition, and harvest began during the second week of April and lasted through the beginning of May.\nThe grapes for Matetic Syrah come from sectors with unique characteristics within the Rosario Valley, selected for their enormous potential of quality and consistency for the production of this variety. One of the blocks that produces the grapes for Matetic Syrah is characterized by soils that are almost flat, with a very deep, loamy granitic texture. The other block is 100% granite soil in a state of decomposition, with some quartzite rocks and volcanic silt. Only Biodynamic techniques are used in the handling of the soil fertility, through natural methods such as the use of specific plants cultivated between the rows of grapevines, bolstered by compost and work in the soil. This allows us to achieve very good, deep root development with natural irrigation, or dry-farming, during a large part of the season. This wine is 100% Syrah, and a blend of the 174 and 470 clones, with the first lending unequalled aromatic complexity with spiced notes, and the second lending volume and texture on the palate.\nThe grapes were harvested by hand into 10 kg-containers according to the Biodynamic calendar, and arrived at the cellar, where they were cooled while undergoing a strict selection of bunches and grapes. The grapes then underwent a cold maceration for 10 days, then fermented with natural yeasts. Just 50% of the grapes are destemmed, while the other half remained in whole clusters, adding additional texture and complexity. Various techniques of punchdowns and pumpovers of the cap were used for a very elegant extraction of color, aromas, and flavors. The wine remained in French oak barrels for 22 months, before being racked and bottled, unfiltered. The bottled wine then aged in our cellar for 3 years, waiting for its optimal point to be tasted.\nDark violet in color, and deep. On the nose, it’s a Syrah with great varietal typicity, showing its coastal origin with lots of complexity: elegant notes of pepper, wet earth, meat, spices, and chocolate, with subtle violet notes. On the palate, it’s characterized by its precision and elegance, with smooth tannins and great depth with flavors that are reminiscent of black fruit with iodized notes. An intense, elegant finish.\nWe recommend pairing the wine with all types of red meat, including those with strong flavors such as lamb, grilled meats in general, as well as aged cheeses with intense flavors and textures.\nServe at 18°C. We recommend decanting the wine before service.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ceocolumn.com/news/the-sustainable-side-of-arabica-how-responsible-farming-practices-impact-your-morning-cup/", "date": "2024-03-05T01:57:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476592.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304232829-20240305022829-00474.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8972576856613159, "token_count": 988, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__21685329", "lang": "en", "text": "The aromatic allure of Arabica coffee extends beyond its taste; it intertwines with the ethical and sustainable practices employed in its cultivation. This article unravels the sustainable side of Arabica coffee beans, shedding light on how responsible farming practices influence the quality of your morning cup and the well-being of ecosystems and communities.\nShade-Grown Arabica: A Natural Canopy\nIn the pursuit of sustainability, many Arabica coffee farms embrace shade-grown cultivation methods. Unlike sun cultivation, where trees are cleared to make space for coffee plants, shade-grown Arabica thrives beneath a natural canopy of trees. This approach not only preserves the biodiversity of the ecosystem but also provides habitat for various flora and fauna. The result is a symbiotic relationship between coffee cultivation and the surrounding environment.\nBiodiversity Boost: Coexistence with Nature\nSustainable coffee farms become havens for biodiversity. These farms foster a balanced ecosystem by maintaining a diverse array of trees and plants alongside coffee crops. Within the shaded spaces, birds, insects, and diverse wildlife seek sanctuary, playing a crucial role in natural pest control and the pollination process. The interconnectedness of the ecosystem ensures the longevity of these coffee plants and the surrounding biodiversity.\nWater Conservation Practices: Nurturing a Precious Resource\nWater is a precious resource, and responsible Arabica farming recognises the importance of conservation. Sustainable practices include efficient irrigation systems, rainwater harvesting, and soil management techniques that reduce water wastage. By prioritising water conservation, Arabica farms mitigate the environmental impact of excessive water use, promoting a more sustainable approach to agriculture.\nOrganic Farming: Nurturing Soil Health\nEmbracing organic farming practices is a cornerstone of sustainable Arabica cultivation. This method avoids synthetic pesticides and fertilisers, relying instead on natural alternatives that promote soil health. Healthy soil, enriched with organic matter, not only enhances the flavour profile of these beans but also ensures the long-term fertility of the land. Organic farming methods prioritise the harmony between agriculture and the environment.\nFair Trade Initiatives: Empowering Coffee Communities\nThe sustainability of Arabica extends beyond environmental considerations; it encompasses the social and economic well-being of coffee-producing communities. Fairtrade initiatives play a pivotal role in ensuring that farmers receive fair compensation for their labour. By participating in fair trade, Arabica farmers gain access to international markets under ethical conditions, empowering them to invest in their communities, education, and healthcare.\nCarbon Offset Strategies: Mitigating Environmental Impact\nRecognising the carbon footprint associated with agriculture, sustainable coffee farms implement strategies to offset their environmental impact. This may include reforestation projects, the use of renewable energy sources, and carbon sequestration practices. By actively mitigating their carbon footprint, Arabica farmers play a role in the global endeavor to tackle and alleviate the effects of climate change while also ensuring a sustainable future for coffee cultivation.\nCommunity Engagement: Fostering Social Responsibility\nSustainable coffee cultivation involves active community engagement. Farmers collaborate with local communities to address social challenges, such as access to education and healthcare. Investing in social responsibility initiatives enhances the quality of life for those involved in coffee production and creates a positive ripple effect, fostering stronger, more resilient communities.\nCertifications: Guarantees of Sustainability\nVarious certifications serve as beacons of sustainability in the Arabica coffee industry. The Rainforest Alliance, Organic, and Fair Trade certifications, among others, signify adherence to stringent environmental and social standards. These certifications provide consumers with the assurance that their choice of Arabica coffee aligns with responsible farming practices, making sustainability an integral part of the coffee experience.\nConsumer Awareness: Shaping Sustainable Practices\nThe sustainable side of Arabica is not only a responsibility for farmers but also an opportunity for consumers to make informed choices. Increased awareness of the environmental and social consequences of coffee production empowers consumers to support brands and products that align with their values. By choosing sustainably sourced Arabica, consumers actively promote responsible farming practices. Moreover, consumer awareness serves as a catalyst for positive change in the coffee industry. In making conscious choices, consumers influence market trends and contribute to the collective effort towards a more sustainable and ethically responsible future for this coffee cultivation. This symbiotic relationship between informed consumers and responsible farming practices fosters a cycle of accountability, encouraging the adoption of environmentally and socially conscious measures across the coffee supply chain.\nThe journey from Arabica coffee farm to your morning cup encompasses more than just flavour; it tells a story of sustainability and responsibility. From shade-grown cultivation and biodiversity conservation to fair trade initiatives and carbon offset strategies, the sustainable side of Arabica coffee beans reflects a commitment to environmental stewardship and community well-being. As consumers, recognizing and supporting these responsible farming practices ensures that your morning ritual delights your palate and contributes to a more sustainable and equitable coffee industry.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sustainablens.ca/2023/12/sowing-the-seeds-of-food-security-in-shelburne-county/", "date": "2024-03-02T23:21:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476137.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302215752-20240303005752-00104.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9580328464508057, "token_count": 1124, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__39780018", "lang": "en", "text": "Group effort produces new community garden\nSeeds of the idea for a community garden in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, were sown about eight years ago at a conference hosted by the Centre for Local Prosperity, and then —quite literally — in a plot of land beside Shelburne District High School in the spring of 2023. Thanks to citizen engagement, a team of volunteer gardeners is already reaping far more than produce.\n“I am so proud of what our group has accomplished in such a short period of time,” says Shelburne Warden Penny Smith, an active volunteer and vice-president of the newly formed non-profit Community Garden and Food share Association of Shelburne County. “I’m optimistically looking forward to the potential for food hubs to build a more robust, local food system across Nova Scotia.”\nJohn Davis, president of the Community Garden and Food share Association, says the new community garden has too many supporters to name, but he acknowledges Warden Smith’s role in promoting the area’s long-term resilience and self-sufficiency.\nHe also applauds the contribution made by Mary Thompson, principal for Nova Scotia Community College’s Burridge, Shelburne, and Digby campuses. Thompson introduced a service learning program that sees college students work with the Municipality of Shelburne to explore ways to create greater food sustainability.\nAfter simmering for a number of years, plans for the community garden began to heat up when a meeting took place in December. Next came a survey to see who might be interested in helping with the project, and interest poured in from the local high school, First Nations, staff at the agricultural exhibition and members of the broader community.\n“This project brings the people together and fosters the idea of being more self sufficient when it comes to accessing healthy food,” says Thompson. “If COVID has taught us anything, it is how the supply chain is affected when there is a crisis. Even without a pandemic, skyrocketing prices make it more difficult for people to eat healthy foods, and marginalized citizens get hit the hardest.”\nThings have moved quickly since that December meeting. The Centre for Local Prosperity provided funding to purchase supplies and build raised beds, and the local council approved a request to situate the garden and an accessible greenhouse on about three acres of municipal land adjacent to Shelburne District High School.\nThe garden’s proximity to the high school comes with many advantages, such as experiential learning for students and opportunities for them to be mentored by volunteer gardeners, farmers and agricultural experts. The central location will also help when it comes to getting volunteers and community gardeners to and from the garden as well as for distributing foods grown in the garden and greenhouse.\n“Sou’West Nova Transit Association is working with our group to assist in distribution,” says Davis. “The plan is to raise money to pay for this service, but in the meantime, the company is helping with deliveries along some of its regular routes.”\nOrganizers know that the longterm sustainability of Shelburne’s community garden will depend on more than building raised beds, planting seeds and distributing produce.\nThey have put in a grant application to Agriculture Canada and plans are well underway for educational presentations on how to grow, harvest and preserve food.\nSupport from NSCC Shelburne will include relevant courses and programs through the continuing education program, use of campus spaces, cooperative education placements for students, and support through NSCC’s applied research program.\n“It really is about partnerships,” says Thompson. “Coming up with a vision is one thing. Developing realistic steps to achieve that vision is something else entirely.”\nAs executive director for the Centre for Local Prosperity, Robert Cervelli has been an invaluable resource in defining these steps. “It is part of Nova Scotia’s cultural DNA to have gardens and farms and roadside markets,” he says. “The plan for Shelburne County, in addition to a community garden and greenhouse, is to have a mobile team that will help residents with everything from revitalizing a dormant garden to propagating seeds and installing raised beds.”\nAccording to Cervelli, any municipality in Nova Scotia could benefit from a similar strategy, but outlying areas would benefit most. “While certain areas in the province are rich in food resources, others, such as Shelburne County, are veritable food deserts,” he explains. “Residents have to drive some distance to obtain their food, and shopping is often limited to only one store. Supply chain disruptions and production issues can cause general anxiety.”\nFor Davis, the garden, greenhouse and gardening mentors offer a timely way to address food insecurity.\n“It was very different several generations ago when Nova Scotians\ncaught their own fish, grew their own food, and had a family cow and a hunting rifle,” he says.\n“What I find absolutely outrageous is that in 2023, one in four Nova Scotians is food-insecure. This is an issue that our community is determined to address.”\nInterested in starting a community garden in your area? Contact John Davis, President of Shelburne’s Community Garden and Food share Association at email@example.com.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://casite-602150.cloudaccess.net/about-sid/mission", "date": "2017-02-27T02:11:43Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501172404.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104612-00377-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.942084014415741, "token_count": 184, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-09__0__4952733", "lang": "en", "text": "Strategies for International Development (SID) is a U.S. nonprofit that develops and promotes better methods for eradicating rural poverty. 75% of world poverty is rural poverty, and the great majority of the rural poor are small farmers who are making the transition from subsistence to commercial farming. We help farmers meet and negotiate with buyers, asses their alternatives for increasing income, and use business plans to make better decisions. Then, we help the adopt the farming practices that increase their productivity, product quality, value-added processing, and income in accordance with the opportunities of their market. We also organize best practices workshops with other NGOs in each region where we work in order to share lessons learned, agree on best practices, and improve the coverage and impact of all our projects. SID works in Guatemala, Perú, and Bolivia, the three countries in Central and South America with the greatest number of rural poor.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ehgdecor.com/self-watering-patio-planter-automatic-deluxe-system-review/", "date": "2020-06-05T01:27:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590348492295.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20200604223445-20200605013445-00336.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.950201153755188, "token_count": 906, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__110829884", "lang": "en", "text": "Self Watering Patio Planter Deluxe Automatic System\nWhen it comes to gardening one of the biggest challenges that many people face is getting a product that is both space conscious and is easy to use and maintain.\nWith the self watering patio planter, you don’t have to worry about space because it is designed to be space conscious.\nYou also don’t need to worry about watering your plant every day because it has a sub-irrigated system that takes care of the watering system for you.\nIn this article we are going to review this product to help you know what it is all about as well as its pros and cons.\nWhat is the self watering patio planter automatic deluxe system?\nGromatic automatic watering planter is a 36 inch deluxe garden planter that was designed to help you add color to your deck or patio.\nThis deluxe garden planter allows you to create gardens in places where space it at premium.\nWhich means that you if you love gardens but you live in an apartment with limited space; you can actually create your own beautiful garden in your apartment.\nLifted to 34 inches, this deluxe garden planter is the best and most comfortable way to garden.\nIt also has an extra-large sturdy deck box that can add color to the patio or deck.\nWhat is even more amazing with this garden planter is the fact that it comes with a totally automatic self-watering deck and patio planter system meaning that you don’t have to worry about your garden when you are away from home for weeks.\nSelf Watering Patio Planter Features and specifications\n-It comes with ten one gallon pouch grow bags with handles.\n-A DVD is included that gives you step by step guidance on how to set it up and planting tips.\n-They build it with an automatic UV float system that is protected and maintains constant watering of plants.\n-An automatic self-watering system makes it unique.\n-Dimensions 34″ X 36″ X 15.5″\n-Rated to hold 150 LBS, Shelf rated to hold 15 LBS\n*** Easy use and maintain\nEveryone wants to buy something that is easy to use.\nThe designer of gromatic automatic watering planter had that in mind when designing this amazing garden planter.\nIf you are physically challenged or you live with somebody who is physically challenged, this garden planter will enable you to plant easily without bending.\nThe self watering patio planter is very easy to use and needs very, little maintenance.\nThis automatic watering planter is actually the ultimate and pleasant way to garden because it is tolerant your back and knees too.\nIt also comes with a DVD that gives you step by step guidance on how you are supposed to set up and use the gardener as well as planting tips.\nConsumes less space\nIf you are space conscious but you love garden, self watering patio planter is the perfect garden planter for you.\nIt consumes less space and when it is not in use, you can take off the legs for easy storage.\nIt is durable.\nThis garden planter is not only of high quality but is also durable.\nConstructed from a durable resign you can be sure that this planter will not rust, rot or peel.\nIn addition, it is UV protected to help maintain its color.\nThe only real setback we found was its high price.\nMany people have complained that this garden planter is expensive and hence they cannot afford.\nYou need to way up the costs against the benefits, though it might be slightly costly it will save you a lot of effort as well.\nSelf Watering Patio Planter Video\nConclusion and Reviews\nCustomer Reviews and Scores\nReviewers online have been very impressed with the self watering patio planter especially how easy it is to set up.\nThey liked the fact that it contained a DVD to show them how to set it up as visual instruction is always better than written text Many were using it to grow vegetables and herbs such as radishes and Swiss chard.\nAll in all this is a well-made and useful addition to any garden.\nIts main benefit will be for those who have a small space to maintain a garden and those of you who suffer from back and knee problems.\nThis is a set and forgets watering system gets the thumbs up from us!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.slcsi.org.lc/slcsi-looks-to-the-future-with-green-tech-startups/", "date": "2023-06-08T15:27:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224655027.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20230608135911-20230608165911-00344.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9396395087242126, "token_count": 782, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__14160089", "lang": "en", "text": "Green Tech is trending and the SLCSI has taken the lead among Business Support Organizations in adding its voice to the movement and lending its technical and financial support to SMEs in the green tech space. With climate change creating an ever-increasing volatility to small island states with the scarcity of resources and dwindling water supplies affecting food production, there is a need for innovative ways of dealing with agriculture.\nIn 2015 the SLCSI served as the hub coordinator for the Caribbean Climate Innovative Centre (CCIC) and facilitated the Green Tech Bootcamp for green startups. That undertaking was an eye-opening and redefining experience for the SLCSI as it introduced a generation of non-traditional service providers brimming with opportunity for innovation. Clearly, the wave of greening our world was at our door and it was undeniably the way forward. Green technology shows all the signs of being the next industry to create significant grown within the region and providing a more secure, clearer future. Recognizing this the SLCSI has joined the green movement.\nThe remarkable success of the CCIC Bootcamp translated to several of the participants moving on to compete in the Caribbean Tech Enterprise Program (CTEP) and three Saint Lucian startups emerging winners in the three categories. Companies such as EcoCaribe, Eze Green and Greening the Caribbean have received mentoring and coaching through the Green Tech Bootcamp, whilst Eco Caribe benefited from export development training (Services Go Global) and financial assistance through the Caribbean Development Bank CSME Standby Facility, “Developing Saint Lucia Services Sector”.\nTo assist in jump-starting the Green Technology Industry in Saint Lucia the SLCSI has partnered with two young entrepreneurs to launch the first-ever climate-smart greenhouse in Saint Lucia. Powered by solar the greenhouse will be fitted with sensors to assist in the automation of process and providing key growing metric all to create a balanced high energy environment ideal for optimal crop yield. GEF UNDP threw its support behind the project with a USD 50,000.00 grant.\nFARMSAI, an agribusiness cooperative data management system driven by blockchain, received financial support from the SLCSI to participate in Pitch@Palace, an opportunity for Entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses to pitch to CEOs, Influencers, Angels, Mentors and potential investors and Business Partners.\nRevolutionizing agriculture through smart greenhouse technology\nFood security is a major global challenge and two young Saint Lucian entrepreneurs, Keigan Mayers and Jade Hutchinson are determined to tackle the challenge of food security by revolutionizing farming in Saint Lucia and by extension, the Caribbean. The Saint Lucia Coalition of Service Industries (SLCSI) in collaboration with Keigan and Jade successfully applied for a USD 50,000.00 grant from GEF UNDP and is set to embark on the first-ever climate-smart greenhouse project in Saint Lucia which was launched in April 2018.\nKeigan is a registered farmer since 2014 and has undergone training in protected farming and grower development in Mexico with the CRESIAP institute. A designer by profession and keen entrepreneur Jade is a Director at Noah, a solar energy solutions company. Keigan and Jade have combined their expertise and experience to cofound an agro-tech company which focuses on technologically advanced agricultural systems and climate resilient agricultural systems in developing countries.\nThe project will directly address the challenges farmers like Keigan face daily, challenges that limit their output, produce high vulnerability to the environmental factors and limit their ability to respond adequately to market changes. The goal is that through the application of technology Saint Lucia can usher in a new revolution in the industry of agriculture and take the lead within the region in addressing food security.\nToday, the project is in its early stages of implementation. The SLCSI is excited about working alongside these young entrepreneurs and is looking forward to breaking ground in June 2018", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://markspacificnwinc.blogspot.com/2013/01/pruning-your-roses.html", "date": "2019-05-26T15:24:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232259316.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20190526145334-20190526171334-00559.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9688896536827087, "token_count": 286, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__126440220", "lang": "en", "text": "When pruning roses one thing you will want to do is trim off and dead head during the growing season this helps create more flowering and keeps the beauty of the roses appearance during the year.\nAs for heavy pruning and thinning this will be done after the leaves start to fall off and we have had a frost or 2. ( late February or early March )\nAfter you have winterized your roses, by adding an organic mulch to the base of the bush and up to the crown of the bush ( this is to make sure the roots are protected) make sure to pack down the mulch, you can also add straw too, you will need to follow as below.\nYou will want to do 2 pruning sessions one with lighter pruning and the 2nd will be when you cut them down and thin out heavy\nYou will want to prune out crossing branches as well as any dead branches, prune to with in 6-8 inches of the main bush stem, not to short , just above an out ward facing bud, pointing towards the center of the rose bush this helps keep the roses from growing outward and keeps all blooming bunched up. Step back every so often and make sure your shape of the bush is how you want it.\nAfter you have finished pruning, I like to fertilize the roses we also add a little more of the organic mulch around the roses.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.villakuyaya.com/blog/2015/1/14/vintage-chocolate", "date": "2019-09-22T09:46:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514575484.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20190922094320-20190922120320-00467.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9694494605064392, "token_count": 298, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__194657814", "lang": "en", "text": "\"Fine\" or \"flavour\" beans, the top-quality varieties used in gourmet products because of their superior taste, account for only 5% of the world's cocoa production, but demand is increasing.\nMuch like wine, chocolate reflects the flavours of the region where cocoa beans are grown, and how they are dried and fermented.\nOver the last decade, as the demand for more flavourful cocoa has risen, Ecuador has emerged as the pre-eminent exporter of fine beans.\nIt is a favourite destination for globetrotting chocolatiers in search of the best, and cocoa production has also become a sustainable source of income for Ecuador's farmers.\n\"Farmers didn't use to pay much attention to cocoa,\" says Ignacio Estupinan, a 66-year-old farmer who is known in the area as Don Nacho.\n\"Now everybody knows how valuable cocoa is. It's the best business we have,\" he adds.\nScholars believe cocoa plants first grew in the Amazon basin, possibly in the area that now corresponds to Venezuela, another large cocoa exporter.\nEcuador's native cocoa beans are known as \"Nacional\" or \"Arriba\", a name believed to derive from the location of its discovery. Arriba means \"up river\" and many cocoa plantations were located along the Guayas river, which flows towards the port of Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ogf.ie/product-category/grow-your-own/", "date": "2024-04-14T01:00:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816863.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414002233-20240414032233-00733.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9458155035972595, "token_count": 274, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__97185550", "lang": "en", "text": "Planters are a great way to bring versatility to your garden. From fruit and vegetables to herbs and flowers the possibilities are endless. At O’Meara Garden Furniture we have a wide range of planters to suit all of your gardening needs. We use the best quality timber to hand make products that will stand the test of time and can be reused from season to season. Check out our full range and remember, if you don’t find what you are looking for we can also custom make planters to your own specific measurements.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://wildteaqi.com/support-farmers/", "date": "2017-05-28T16:27:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463610342.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20170528162023-20170528182023-00076.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9749773740768433, "token_count": 107, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__185444199", "lang": "en", "text": "Help support the farmers that grow your favorite tea.\nWhat is a tea artisan or true tea master? Usually these people have been trained since childhood how to grow, harvest and process tea. These skills have often time been passed down for generations in their family. It is an ancient skill that is fast disappearing unless you support the small family farms of skilled tea artisans. Each tea artisan has their own specialty, their own unique culture and story. We work closely with various tea artisans that produce some of the finest teas available.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.connellyindustrial.com/golf-course-irrigation", "date": "2019-01-16T01:42:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583656577.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20190116011131-20190116033131-00560.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9075758457183838, "token_count": 101, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__191602839", "lang": "en", "text": "Golf Course Irrigation\nWithout consistent and reliable delivery of water, golf courses will not attract regular or satisfied patrons. CIE works with irrigation manufacturers to integrate control systems that link single or multiple pumps to irrigation grids throughout the entire golf course. Variable frequency drives (VFDs) regulate water pressure, adhere to programmed set-points, and monitor flow to ensure that efficient demand for water is achieved. CIE has over 30 years of experience in providing the expertise required to help manage irrigation systems.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://user-hpa96tt.cld.bz/Olympic-CITRUS-Packing-Guide/8/", "date": "2023-06-03T07:09:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649177.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603064842-20230603094842-00043.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9369871020317078, "token_count": 291, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__294344865", "lang": "en", "text": "Olympic CITRUS Packing Guide\nQUALITY SCORING SYSTEM\nFRUIT INSPECTIONS The Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) regarding fruit inspections upon arrival can be requested via your contact person in Olympic Fruit.\nEXTRA CLASS I TOLERANCE: 2.5%\nThe sample is free of any major defects, has less than 2.5% minor defects and is hard to firm. The fruit has an excellent coloration for the variety and is uniform in shape and calibration. The fruit is above Olympic Fruit CLASS I color plates and requirements.\nNORMAL CLASS I TOLERANCE: 7.5%\nThe sample is free of any major defects, has less than 7.5% minor defects and is hard to firm. The fruit has a good coloration for the variety and a good shape and calibration. The fruit does comply with Olympic Fruit CLASS I color plates and requirements.\nBORDERLINE CLASS I TOLERANCE: 7.6% - 10.0%\nThe sample has combined minor and/or major defects between 7.6% and 10.0%. The fruit is hard to firm, has fairly uneven coloration and shape. The fruit is on the border of the allowance for CLASS I fruit.\nPAGE 8 | Citrus Packing Guide 2023 © | OLYMPIC FRUIT\nMade with FlippingBook flipbook maker", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://seedsaverskenya.org/renewed-hope-in-farmers-managed-seed-system-in-kenya/", "date": "2024-04-13T02:20:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816535.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413021024-20240413051024-00850.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9595528841018677, "token_count": 1813, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__116792075", "lang": "en", "text": "The birth and growth of modern science in plant breeding over the years was seen as a ‘savior’ in solving various agricultural production problems. Farmers sang the chorus ‘it is a new variety’ as breeders embarked on hybridization.\nMillions and millions of farmers abandoned their local ones hoping to improve their livelihood.This blossomed and there was massive plant genetic erosion for local varieties. The tendency entrapped farmers due to implications of Plant Breeders Rights (PBRs).\nTheir freedom to share and exchange saved seeds was limited. The practice was an old practice in Kenyan farming communities. This is clearly denoted in an African proverb ‘Mbegu ndiu managwo’ meaning that no one can deny another a seed.\nIn addition, farmers saving seeds are required by Kenyan seed laws to pay royalties to the breeders. The value is a given percentage of the total revenue at the farm gate level. This directly increases the cost of production and offers a second payment to the breeder; cost of seeds and royalty.\nSeed Savers Network identified an information gap in farming communities and awakened the spirit of farmers managed seed systems. The concept of seed and food sovereignty continue to transverse the country through farmers outreach programme. From field experiences, farmers feel at a great loss where some local seeds are no longer traceable in their communities.\nIncreased awareness on their rights has led to emergence of farmers’ champions who have played a significant role in empowering other farmers. This year, their vibrancy in training other farmers on their rights, importance of crop diversity, through songs and drama have been instrumental in sharing information in their regions.\nThe integration of demonstration plots for training farmers on farm saved seeds has changed their perception on its production. The essence of maintaining soil health for increased production has been an area of focus during the training. This has sparked a new practice of using locally available farm inputs to enhance productivity for their soils. Initially, farmers ignored incorporating manure in to their soils.\n‘And the way we throw it away because we don’t need it in our homesteads,’ Jane from Njeru Self Help Group narrated during a training session. Farmers in the area are known to have large flocks of sheep and usually dispose the manure to a neighboring forest where businessmen collect it for distribution to Kiambu at Ksh.22, 000 per lorry.\nThe lucky ones sold it at ksh.3, 000 which was used to buy fertilizer. The group after training in the demonstration plot provided by one of their members like other groups has adopted seed saving and integrated organic soil fertility management in their farms.\nIndeed, not all that glitters is gold. The introduction of hybrids led to mono-culture. This creates homogeneity in agricultural fields affecting crop diversity. As witnessed in the past, mono-culture exposes farmers to a high risk due crop failure attributed to adverse environmental conditions.\nIn Kenya for instance, the effect of climate change, outbreak of diseases (Maize lethal Necrosis) and Pests (Fall Army Worm) have been the darkest times to farming communities. Farmers experienced heavy losses leaving them with less/no food to provide to their families. This is especially in maize which is a major staple food.\nIn midst of these challenges were farmers part of Seed Savers Network. The outcomes of their efforts in diversifying their crops were promising as they had food for their families. Special traits in disease and pest resistant inherent to their local varieties was an incentive to save more and diverse seeds.The wave of change continue to blow to more farmers as the beneficiaries share the good news.\nThe debate on the high nutritional value of local food over the years seems to grow stronger and stronger. Voice from medical experts, nutritionists, media and researchers add more weight on this matter. Food consumption behavior is\ngradually changing in favor of local and organically grown food. The demand although growing slowly shows a foreseeable future in increased production of local crop crops. This means farmers will require local seeds for planting which will only be supplied through the farmers managed seed system. As a network, we continue to build capacity of farmers in seed saving to enhance realization of our mission of strengthening communities’ seed systems for improved seed access and enhanced food sovereignty. This is critical in matching the expected demand with production.\nThe introduction of Open Source Seed System in Kenya by Hivos ushers a new dawn in the seed sector in Kenya. The concept advocates for seeds to remain common goods, free and available for use to everyone without restrictions. Great news! what a joy that the chain of plant breeder rights entangling farmers freedom on seed saving, exchange and sharing will in the future be a story of the past.\nSeed Savers Network has been working closely with Hivos through the Open Source Seed System initiative. We continue to diffuse the idea to farmers, government agents, researchers, Like-minded CSOs and NGOs.This has been done through various platforms; Exhibitions at KARLO Njoro during World Food Day, media (radio and Facebook) and stakeholders meeting held at our hall.\nCurrently, the network is working with farmers in documentation of underutilized local crops in Nakuru County. This tries to develop a reference for local varieties as well as document its associated traditional knowledge. So far, farmers have been trained on various aspects of the work and remains determined in identifying custodians for various local varieties in their regions.\nThe output of this endeavor is to promote utilization of the local crops as seed or food under confines of open source seed system. More farmers will access diverse seeds freely and engage in production to meet the created demand due to increased information on the nutritional composition of local food items. The tendency will have a multiplier effect on the number of farmers saving seeds as they try to tap the emerging agribusiness opportunity.\nThe emergence of community seed banks in villages has ushered a new era of strengthening communities’ seed system. These acts as seed access points for other farmers in the village where custodian farmers store their seeds. On average each serves 200 farmers. The training on seed production and treatment is done by Seed Savers\nExtension Officers who undertakes farmers Outreach Programmes in farming areas.\nThe model used for the seed bank is that a seed bank member volunteer space for the members to store their individual seeds.The seed bank ensures security for the seeds. Farmers during difficult times in the past used to consume the seeds which exposed them further to food insecurity as they lacked the seeds for planting on onset of rain. The seed banks also ensures accessibility to diverse local seeds amongst the members and by other community members.\nSo far Seed Savers has established 40 seed banks. The operations of the seed banks involves seed; multiplication, collection and recording, processing and fairs. During seed fairs farmers from different seed banks come together to showcase their work, share seeds and also train other farmers in the area.\nThis has enhanced spread of the concept to many farmers where in some cases farmers champions have established community seeds in their villages on their own. The tendency brings aspect of sustainability on farmers managed seed system work as farmers take the lead role.\nThe current spirit by Kenyan Government through the Ministry of agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries in developing a policy for composite flours is another area. Of late senior government officials have been consistent in adding millet and sorghum to current maize flours. This will promote consumption of these crops thus trickling down the effect to farmers for more production.\nCurrently farmers obtain seeds from their farm saved seeds or sharing from other farmers.The dominance of maize in manufacturing had weakened the production and consumption of these two crops. This was also disincentive for producers and forced to embark on subsistence production.\nHowever, the proposed approach by the Kenyan government moving into the future will amplify the farmers managed seed system in supplying the seeds to match the increasing demand for sorghum and millet in the country.\nLastly, Seed Savers Network remains strategic and focused to tap and sensitize farmers on the opportunities. To strengthen the farmers managed seeds system, the organization has developed modules targeting farmers’\nchampions and staff from like-minded organizations. This will build their capacity and prepare them as drivers of change in their communities.\nThe module is designed to offer theoretical and practical exposure necessary in seed production, processing and storage (in community seed banks). Participants after the training will be guided by the organization to diffuse their skills back to their community. This will ensure seed savings occurs in various regions independently and in sporadic manner at grassroots level which is a pre-requisite for a seed movement.\nInitially, the efforts of strengthening farmers managed seed system was hampered by existence of knowledge gap on its components. The current approach by seed savers through the module will contribute in bridging the gap by streamlining and building capacity of the mentioned actors.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://bloomandgrow.in/event/gardening-for-beginners-online-workshop/", "date": "2023-05-29T14:54:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644867.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529141542-20230529171542-00582.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9020207524299622, "token_count": 654, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__14344935", "lang": "en", "text": "An Online Gardening workshop to get you hands-on in Gardening and develop a deeper understanding of Soil and Plants.\nGetting started with gardening can be a deterrent for a few. And that is what we are trying to leave behind as we help you uncover the basics in gardening and what you need to do minimally to motivate you to just get started.\nA two-hour session on Gardening basics, understanding soil and plants, we cover these topics in this power-packed session!\nQ & A session included in the last 15 minutes.\n1. BASICS OF SOIL, SUN, AND WATERING Make sure you have a strong foundation to start your green cover!\n2. 10 INDOOR PLANTS/ AIR PURIFIERS to grow and maintain, identify, understand, we will show and teach how to propagate and increase your garden naturally at home (Demo included)\n3. 10 HERBAL VARIETIES to grow, consume learn its uses, medicinal/ herbal varieties have wonderful qualities about them, we make you love them and consume regularly\n4. MICROGREENS how to, potting mix and care. The easiest plants to grow that adds that kick of energy and nutrients to your body (Demo included)\n5. NATURAL HOME REMEDIES – We have some useful tips to control pests, make sure you write these handy tips down.\n6. EASY GREENS Growing them easily at home for everyday consumption.\n7. SOIL BOOSTERS All natural, all easy, found at home and the kitchen, we get you to create a LIVING soil full of microorganisms and nutrients your plants will love!\nAbout the Trainer:\nKavya Chandra runs A Green Venture has been Gardening for 7 years now, runs a community garden where she grows over 10 kinds of herbs and vegetables, works with Natural and Organic farmers holding educational workshops, nature walks in Bangalore, Nature & Outdoor activities in the city and grows a wide range of plants from Indoor to herbs, edible greens, and flowers at home. She believes that all homes should keep edible and medicinal gardens and have Nature in their life every day.\nAge group: 12 years and above\nDay & Date: Saturday, 3rd April\nTime: 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm (IST)\nFees: Rs 800 per person (Inclusive of GST and convenience charges)\nVenue: Online class on Zoom\nThis workshop will primarily be a demo session. All you need is a Notebook & Pen.\nNote: You will be added to a WhatsApp group a day prior to the workshop for ease of communication with the steps to join in.\nAbout Bloom and Grow:\nBloom & Grow facilitates artist-led virtual and offline workshops for individuals and for corporates across the world.\nTo stay updated with the upcoming sessions, join WhatsApp group with the link https://chat.whatsapp.com/FLjH1Wy9xsWHuy7wiEJgw9", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.hydratelife.org/pakistan-flooding-and-agroforestry/", "date": "2023-09-27T01:26:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510238.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927003313-20230927033313-00168.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9824264049530029, "token_count": 843, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__21556135", "lang": "en", "text": "Pakistan is a place with an extreme climate that can go from scorching hot to cold pounding rains throughout the year. The hottest temperature on the continent of Asia and the fourth highest temperature in the world was recorded in Pakistan at 128.3 F. It also deals with cyclones and tornados with the onset of the monsoon season from April to July. However, the most devastating climate related event may be the flooding in Pakistan.\nIn 1950 flooding killed 2,910 people. In 1992 flooding killed 1,834. In 1993 flooding killed 3,084. Then in 2010 flooding hit and killed 1,781 people.\nBesides the terrible loss of life homes, businesses, and crops are destroyed by these floods. The Sindh region, which is called the “breadbasket” of the country due to its fertile soil, was hit by flooding in 2011 and 1.7 million acres of arable land was destroyed. This destruction of farmland hurts not only the farmer who has his crops destroyed, but also the people that depend on the crops for food. After living through this flooding for years one Pakistani farmer has figured out a way to safeguard his livelihood from flooding.\nAbdul Qadir Sha is a farmer in the Sindh region who traditionally grows cotton on his 14-acre plot of land. His crops were devastated in the 2010 and 2011 flooding leaving him with a net loss of 4 million rupees or $44,000 US. Fortunately for Qadir Sha he had planted mango, date and neem trees a few years earlier throughout his cotton crop and along an irrigation canal using a practice called agroforestry, and they had survived through the flooding. Although he had a huge loss on the cotton side of his farming he made up for it by selling the fruit from these tree’s saying they, “provided enough money to let me repair damaged water channels, buy cotton seed, farm tools and pesticides, and other inputs for cultivating my farmland again this year”. The trees had saved his livelihood.\nOnce this happened Qadir Sha realized that these trees were a great safety net for the years that flooding destroys his cotton plants, and now he’s letting others know it can help them too. He’s told his story and convinced a number of farmers in his area to plant trees along their crops as a safeguard against the flooding. Now Qadir Sha has 90 mango trees, 20 date palms and 25 neem trees that provide him with an income whether there is flooding or not.\nBesides the benefit of income and sustenance trees help the environment. When trees are planted they help to lower soil erosion and reduce water evaporation, but there are other benefits too. Trees help to lower carbon emissions and combat climate change, they also help the fertility of the soil by giving birds and livestock a place to hang out which leads to their waste being dropped onto the soil.\nThe government of Pakistan has some ideas about how to use agroforestry too. Like much of the world deforestation affects Pakistan through urbanization, the timber trade, construction and large scale agricultural development. Pakistan wants to raise its forest cover from 2% to 6% by 2015 and they think that agroforestry may be part of making this goal happen. While as of writing this I cannot find any indication that agroforestry is being used on at a large scale hopefully the practice will spread through Pakistan and help them meet their 2015 goal.\nI always find it really cool when someone does something small like planting trees around their crops for one reason (in this case to make money) and almost accidently it turns into something big that can help a lot of people. I guess that’s how a lot of discoveries are made; by accident. In this case farmers that adopt this method will no longer have to worry about floods destroying their crops or about not being able to provide for their family, and I think that peace of mind is probably priceless. And as an added benefit the trees are helping the environment. A win-win! Thanks for reading, and please leave a comment and let me know what you thought.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://hl.nwaonline.com/news/2018/may/16/jbu-golf-team-wins-first-tournament-201/", "date": "2019-01-23T22:12:18Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547584415432.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20190123213748-20190123235748-00554.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.978001594543457, "token_count": 500, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__209625165", "lang": "en", "text": "50 Years Ago\nFrom the Herald and Democrat in 1968\nFiring the best golf of the year, the JBU Golf Team swept the first annual Ozark College golf tournament at Joplin, Mo. \"When every man on the squad improves anywhere from 10 to 25 percent during the course of the season, you know it has to be a thrilling and exciting climax to pull off a victory in the first tournament the team has ever entered,\" exclaimed Coach Parker.\nMembers of the team were Larry Alexander, John Young, Duane Brandsgaard, Stewart Springfield and John Herman. Brandsgaard did not participate in the Ozark Tournament as it was a four-man team tourney.\n30 Years Ago\nFrom the Herald-Democrat in 1988\nOnce Benton County was known as the home of the Big Red Apple.\nBetween 1890 and 1910, this county produced more apples than any other county in the United States, and Siloam Springs and vicinity did its part to contribute to the record crops.\nIn 1895, over 30,000 bushels of apples were shipped out of Siloam Springs and in 1904, 187 railroad cars left the local depot loaded with the fruit. And, in addition to apples shipped out by rail, many bushels were processed at local evaporators, vinegar plants and cider plants. At one time the world's largest apple cider vinegar plant was located in Siloam Springs. The plant burned in 1916.\nThe Era of the Big Red Apple began to come to a close in the 1920s when disease invaded many of the orchards. The depression of the 1930s saw many orchards abandoned; there were few markets for produce, prices were low and funds were not available for sprays and other production costs. But, the Siloam Springs Museum's new exhibit served as a reminder of the time when apple and other fruit production was a mainstay of the local economy and Benton County was known across the country as the home of The Big Red Apple.\n10 years Ago\nFrom the Herald-Leader in 2008\nGrace Nast, 13, of Siloam Springs, received third prize in the February 2008 Cricket League photography competition of Cricket magazine.\nEach entrant was asked to submit a magazine cover photo. Nast's photo, \"Waiting for Spring,\" appeared in the May/June 2008 issue.Community on 05/16/2018\nPrint Headline: JBU golf team wins first tournament", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://shop.papery.ca/products/puzzle-occ-dutch-bulbs", "date": "2023-10-04T17:06:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511386.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004152134-20231004182134-00563.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9746358394622803, "token_count": 201, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__67274579", "lang": "en", "text": "Piece Count: 504 unique shapes (if 500 is good, 504 is better!)\nFinished Size: 42.0 x 59.4 cm (16.5 x 23.4\")\nPerfect For: Weekend at the cottage\nRecommended Pairings: Mimosa or a Rose Hip Tea\nThe Steele, Briggs Seed Company was founded in 1873 by Richard Steele and Sylvester Briggs. The company’s success was partially due to the fact that it developed seeds specifically for the Canadian climate and short growing season. While other seed companies based in the U.S. were plentiful, it was critical to find seeds that were proven to grow in the colder, shorter season in Canada. The mail-order seed catalogues published each year were beautiful, eye-catching works of art that were eagerly sought after. Plant on!\nReproduced in vivid wide-gamut colour, and mounted on genuine Eska board.\nThe Occurrence. Made in Haliburton, Ontario!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.innatglencairn.com/blog/2015/7/23/cherry-grove-farm-lawrenceville-nj", "date": "2019-11-12T22:02:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496665767.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20191112202920-20191112230920-00041.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9542508721351624, "token_count": 666, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__192396546", "lang": "en", "text": "Cherry Grove Farm History\nIn 1987, three brothers inherited 400+ acres of undeveloped farm land in the Lawrenceville/Princeton area. Their ancestors had farmed the area before the revolutionary war, and this particular parcel had been in the family since 1902.\nOriginally, the land at Cherry Grove was farmed for row crops and then, at some point, converted into a traditional dairy farm where black and white Holstein cows were fed on a mixture of grain and hay. Over the years, the dairy operation was leased to various farmers and the land suffered under more and more intensive industrial farming techniques.\nLand preservation and locally grown food are family passions, so the Hamill brothers put their heads together and decided to create something special — something that would give back to their community while keeping the land healthy and undeveloped for generations to come. The Hamills, with their children, planned to regenerate the land by embracing sustainable farming, using old fashioned, pastoral techniques as a guide. The focus would be artisanal farmstead cheese and everything done on the farm would support the making of a quality, handcrafted product.\nToday, at Cherry Grove Farm, the farm grazes roughly 120 cows (a mix of Jersey, Friesian, Milking Short Horn, Red Ayreshire, Holstein and Dutch Belted cows) on about 240 acres of certified organic pasture. The cows are milked twice a day, and their milk flows into our creamery to produce award-winning farmstead cheeses.\nVisit the Farm\nThey understand the importance of knowing exactly where our food comes from, so Cherry Grove Farm is open to the public. Their cheese is made on the farm from their own cows’ milk. The meats produced on the farm are processed without nitrates or preservatives so you can expect a clean, quality product. Neighbors and customers are encouraged to visit year-round, to enjoy the pastoral setting, participate in tours and classes, and develop a relationship with the source of their food.\nAt their on-site Farm Store, they sell their own farmstead cheeses, whey-fed pork, grass-fed lamb, grass-fed beef and pasture-raised chickens and eggs , as well as a plethora of local- and artisan-made goods.\nAlso at the Farm Store, you will find preserves and mustards, organic popcorn and gluten free snacks, handmade soaps and shea butters, cheese tools, handmade cheeseboards, alpaca socks, woven aprons, beeswax candles and handspun wools.\nThey are proud to carry products made with quality ingredients, crafted by people they know and respect. Finding new products that complement their cheeses and meats is great fun (such hard work!), and they are always looking for referrals.\nVisit the farm critters, watch their cheese makers making cheese, observe the evening milking (sometime between 3 and 4pm), and taste their award-winning farmstead cheeses.\nThe Farm Store is open 10-5 daily.\nCherry Grove Farm\nLawrenceville Road (Rt. 206 N.)\nLawrenceville, New Jersey 08648\nStore: (609) 219-0053\nOffice: (609) 895-1502", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.dllgroup.com/en/blogs/blogsoverview/Parts-supply-chains-farm-equipment-and-whats-next", "date": "2023-05-28T05:56:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224643585.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20230528051321-20230528081321-00676.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9629958271980286, "token_count": 1869, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__82788370", "lang": "en", "text": "Farm equipment sales typically follow farm commodity prices. When farmers can sell their crop at a higher price, naturally they have more money to upgrade their equipment to become more efficient. It’s simple economics.\nBut what happens when the companies manufacturing new, cutting-edge tractors, planters and harvesters can’t build farm equipment because a global pandemic shakes up manufacturing supply chains? What happens when there’s a shortage of rubber for tires, steel for frames and axles, and tiny microchips that control performance? That’s a different level of economics that farm equipment manufacturers, farm equipment dealers and farmers themselves are all trying to understand.\nDemand side: Pent-up demand for farm equipment from farmers\nWith prices for corn, soybeans, wheat and other commodity crops remaining stagnant over the past six years, farmers have been hesitant to make big purchases like new tractors, planters and combines. Instead, many have opted to extend the use of their older equipment. But with commodity prices coming back stronger than expected over the past year, farmers are now in a better financial position, allowing them to update their equipment. In fact, according to reports by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM):\n- Tractor sales are up almost 26% through May of 2021.\n- Combines sales are up 13% compared to the same time period in 2020.\n- Sales over the past year have been above the five-year average, indicating farmers are now acting on pent-up demand for equipment.\nInternationally, ag equipment unit sales are expected to continue rising around the globe through at least 2023. After growing 5% internationally from 2019 to 2020, most regions of the world are expected to continue seeing growth. For example, increases in tractor sales in the first five months of 2021 compared to 2020 are up in the following countries:\n- Canada (Up 52%)\n- Germany (Up 34%)\n- United Kingdom (Up 21%)\nFarm equipment sales could be even stronger were it not for struggles manufacturers are facing in keeping up with production. Many are still playing catchup due to COVID-related factory closings and production slowdowns due to labor shortages. But possibly the biggest unresolved problem for equipment manufacturers is disrupted worldwide supply chains that are making it hard to acquire the components needed to build the equipment.\nSupply side: Supply chain disruptions that slow manufacturing\nMost farm equipment requires hundreds of component parts made of steel, rubber, glass, plastic, electronics, lubricants and more. The average tractor itself is made up of more than 1,700 different components. Over the past few decades, manufacturers, looking to improve cash flow and be more efficient with their resources, have moved toward a just-in-time delivery of raw materials and component parts from their suppliers. This works great as long as manufacturing supply chains are predictable. But if even one part of the supply chain fails, manufacturers aren’t able to deliver product.\nCOVID-19 has been the biggest catalyst to supply chain breakdowns for farm equipment manufacturers over the past 18 months. Factories that supply raw materials and components have had to shut down or curtail production significantly because of government interventions and a labor force that has juggled temporary layoffs, illness and family needs. Steel, which makes up approximately 70% of farm equipment, saw a decline to 50% production capacity early in the pandemic according to the American Iron and Steel Institute. Less steel leads to less capacity to build farm equipment.\nMore recently, decreased production and increased competition for microprocessor chips from other industries —including the auto industry, video games and electronics suppliers — have impacted farm equipment. As farmers have adapted to precision technology and telematics — the computers that help them operate — their equipment has become more reliant on electronics. In a recent poll by Farm Equipment Magazine, 88% of respondents expressed concern that the lack of chips would cause farm equipment inventory challenges. To add to the concern, Intel’s CEO was quoted as saying he expects it might take 6 to 9 months to boost production of the chips and that the current shortage could extend for a couple years.\nRubber, used in tires and belts, is also seeing supplies tighten as a result of a variety of issues, including production challenges in Asia where most of the raw material is produced, a lack of shipping containers globally and this spring’s bottleneck in the Suez Canal. China’s efforts to stockpile rubber in anticipation of a shortage has also caused disruptions that will likely extend into the short term.\nFactory fires and hurricane Laura caused large petrochemical facilities in Texas and Louisiana — some of the world’s biggest producers of petroleum-based plastic inputs — to reduce production. The abnormally hard winter freeze across Texas also shut down electric utilities for weeks, causing a shortage of raw materials used by companies that produce plastic parts for farm equipment. As a result, normalized production levels for plastic parts and components could take months.\nWhat equipment dealers and farmers should consider\nWith farm equipment facing a shortage due to parts scarcity that could extend for months and possibly more than a year, farmers and farm equipment dealers are starting to make changes that will help them into the future.\n“I think the best dealers are thinking in advance rather than waiting to make the sale,” said Ken Whitelaw, global head of Program Management, Food and Agriculture at DLL. “They’re managing the relationship. It’s not just a transaction anymore. Dealers are changing their mindset and thinking about the needs of their customers further into the future and how they can continue to be involved along the way.”\nIn many cases, dealers now are working with customers who won’t see the equipment they want for six months or longer. Dealers are looking for creative ways to facilitate a deal — including taking advantage of early-order programs offered by manufacturers and working on creative trade and financing options.\n“We’re finding ourselves helping dealers and farmers book deals before the equipment is delivered,” said Whitelaw. “It helps the farmer with peace of mind that their equipment is on order with a delivery date, and it helps the dealer because it gives them the opportunity to sell their customer’s trade sooner than they normally would.”\nTaking a new look at technology\nFrom a farm equipment dealer standpoint, the past year has seen the use of technology accelerate both facilitating sales and developing customer relationships.\n“We literally had customers buying tractors from dealers that were physically closed due to local government mandates,” said Whitelaw. “Everything went online. Farmers could download their contracts with dealers and dealers could do a socially distanced delivery. Dealers learned that technology could make it easier and more convenient for the customer.”\nTechnology and the drive to build customer relationships has also opened the eyes of dealers looking to provide a deeper level of service.\n“I think the technology thing is really key. If I’m running a dealership, I’m now asking myself, ‘How do I position myself to service my customers?’ — whether I’m the seller of the equipment or not,” said Thomas Casey, vice president of Asset Management, Food and Agriculture at DLL. “It’s one thing to sell the asset, but can they play a bigger part from a service standpoint? How can they stay connected to the equipment and the customer and be a service provider on the technology side? I think the current environment has just opened people’s eyes to embracing technology.”\nIn the future, that might mean helping customers consider options that are not as common in today’s farm equipment market, but it may also evolve in the near future. With dealers lacking farm equipment inventory today, manufacturers are likely to encourage dealers to do a better job of stocking equipment as production levels improve and not rely as much on being able to order from factory stock and have it delivered in a week. Additional inventory on dealer lots may also create different revenue streams.\n“There’s never been much rental and rental fleet activity in the ag industry,” said Casey. “I think maybe it will be a reactionary thing, but I see that as a bigger opportunity for additional revenue for dealers and possibly manufacturers.”\nWith the jury still out on how long it will take for supply chains to get back to normal across the globe, the impact of the disruptions over the past year have brought light to opportunities for ag equipment dealers and manufacturers. Which of these opportunities will stick around over the long term is yet to be seen.\n“One of the advantages of being a global company is we have a footprint across more than 30 countries,” said Whitelaw. “In times like these, where things are unpredictable and changing, having that global perspective can be an advantage. Seeing how supply chains are working. Seeing how dealers and manufacturers are adjusting in different countries. Those are insights we can bring to our customers, along with solutions to support them, that can put our customers at an advantage.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://cpccommodities.com/cpc/farm-hardware/", "date": "2018-02-26T01:44:53Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891817908.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20180226005603-20180226025603-00319.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8641453385353088, "token_count": 151, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__155040634", "lang": "en", "text": "You know us for our quality feed, but we’re also an excellent source for the industry’s best farm hardware and equipment. That’s why CPC has teamed with the nation’s leading manufactures. CPC proudly offers our customers a full line of products from the following:\nAdditionally, we offer a variety of CPC-branded products to meet the needs of any farming operation, regardless of type or size. We strive to be a competitive, quality source for the staples you search for. Contact us for product and pricing inquiries.\nThe following offers a glimpse of what we have available:\nHigh Tensile Wire\nCattle Hay Rings\nHorse Hay Rings\nRubbermaid® Water Tanks\nPersonalized Lettered Gates", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://forestsmallholders.org/category/news/thailand-news/", "date": "2024-04-14T14:19:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414130604-20240414160604-00353.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9335079789161682, "token_count": 138, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__70847024", "lang": "en", "text": "The EU FLEGT Facility has published a story describing how farmers in Thailand are starting to reap the benefits from international timber trade talks between Thailand and the European Union.\nUntil recently, forest laws put limitations on farmers around the harvesting and transportation of certain tree species. Organisations such as the Private Forest Plantation Cooperative Limited – a cooperative of tree growing farmers and private land owners – used the trade talks to push for amendments to forest laws to improve the situation for farmers.\nIn 2019, the Thai Government changed regulations regarding the use of trees on private land. Farmers can now legally harvest all trees on their land and get additional income from them without burdensome paperwork and/or field inspections.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://skylightpros.ca/about_us/", "date": "2022-08-09T05:43:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570901.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809033952-20220809063952-00593.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9547061920166016, "token_count": 189, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__199622997", "lang": "en", "text": "About our Company\nOur family has been on roofs installing skylights for over 25 years! Our team takes great pride in workmanship and customer service. Skylight Professionals are committed to delivering exceptional value and quality in every facet of our operations. We are grateful to each and every one of our hundreds of satisfied clients, with whom we have had the distinct pleasure of working with over the years. We know about eco-friendly lighting solutions!\nSkylight Pros are committed to being \"green\" wherever possible. We recycle all our re-usable skylights and domes to Grow Calgary. This location makes greenhouses to grow vegetables for Calgary’s homeless and we’ve been told it’s enabled them to grow and supply hundreds of pounds of tomatoes each year!\nFully managed from consultation to the finished project\nOur work stands the test of time\nMotivated, highly-trained experts committed to their work", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cleveland.ces.ncsu.edu/master-gardener-classes-2019/", "date": "2021-05-16T12:20:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991269.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20210516105746-20210516135746-00215.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8836814761161804, "token_count": 402, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__167209716", "lang": "en", "text": "Master Gardener Classes 2019\nWould you like to become a N.C. Cooperative Extension Master Gardener?\nCleveland County Extension will offer classes in 2019.\nThe Extension Master Gardener program is an educational program designed to enhance public education in consumer horticulture. It provides educational assistance to the citizens of the county concerning lawns, fruits, vegetables, trees, and ornamentals through the utilization of a trained and supervised volunteer staff.\nUnder the guidance and support of Extension agents, selected residents of a county enter a specially designed training program in horticulture. Participants in the program must complete the training program, pass an examination, and volunteer a minimum of 40 hours per year (20 hours in subsequent years) through the local Cooperative Extension Center.\nThe Extension Master Gardener program allows the local Extension to extend education to an ever increasing gardening audience. It also provides the local center with a highly visible way to meet the public demand for information and to develop a strong clientele support group.\nNorth Carolina Cooperative Extension increasingly utilizes trained Master Gardener volunteers to meet the constant demand for consumer horticulture information by the citizens of our state. Seventy three counties offer the Extension Master Gardener program. Many of our county programs are relatively new. There are currently over 3,000 active Master Gardener volunteers.\nIf you would like to become an Extension Master Gardener, you will need to fill out, print and return the 2019 Master Gardener Application to:\nExtension Master Gardener\n130 S. Post Road, Suite 1\nShelby, NC 28152\nIf you have any questions, please give Julie Flowers a call @704-482-4365 or\n2019 Class Dates:\nAugust – 20, 22, 27, 29\nSeptember – 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26\nEach class will run from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nCost is $55.00", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://thevoice.us/master-gardeners-demonstrate-seed-starting-system-at-seed-exchange-event-in-kendall-county/", "date": "2019-04-23T16:09:34Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578605555.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20190423154842-20190423180842-00243.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8888092041015625, "token_count": 134, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__143142894", "lang": "en", "text": "Kendall County master gardener Steve Wolf shows Josephine Breyne of Yorkville how to test germination of seeds Saturday, Feb. 2 in Yorkville. The event allowed community members to share vegetable and flower seeds in the third annual Seed Swap by the University of Illinois Extension in Kendall County.\nGunnar McKinley of Elburn asks the master gardener and master naturalist volunteers a question about native seeds, such as milkweed. During the seed exchange event, master gardeners answered questions and demonstrated a seed-starting system. To learn more about University of Illinois Extension in Kendall County, visit go.illinois.edu/extensiondkk.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://delightcoffee.co/products/peru", "date": "2023-03-20T15:22:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943484.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20230320144934-20230320174934-00701.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8105564117431641, "token_count": 152, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__274614945", "lang": "en", "text": "- Certification/Grading: FT, Organic\n- Roast: Medium\n- Tasting Profile: Salted caramel, silky sweet, citrus\n- Grower: Cooperativa Agricola de Servicisios Norandino\n- Variety: Caturra, Bourpon, Catuai, Pache, & Catimor\n- Region: Piura, Amazonas, Peru\n- Altitude: 1100-1700 M\n- Soil Type: Clay Minerals\n- Process: Gully washed and dried in the sun.\n25% of all profits from this coffee are donated to causes that help support low-income coffee growers and alleviate child poverty\nA fresh bag of coffee will be delivered every 14 days.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ostvigtree.com/autumn-tree-care/", "date": "2018-11-19T04:49:02Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039745281.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20181119043725-20181119065725-00125.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9523588418960571, "token_count": 1177, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-47__0__137560068", "lang": "en", "text": "The leaves are falling and many trees are bare, but, that doesn’t mean the trees are inactive. Most deciduous trees are devoting energy to root systems at this time. They are investing in roots for winter storage as well as in expanding the root network to exploit opportunities for nutrient and water uptake.\nSince the trees are still growing, albeit underground and unseen, we can still make positive contributions to their health condition to make them more tolerant of freezing winter conditions and better prepared to begin above ground growth in the spring.\nWatering is probably the most critical care option for trees overwintering in Minnesota. Soil moisture allows for continuing root growth and storage, and nutrient and water uptake. In addition, well watered root systems are better able to handle the many winter stresses including root desiccation.\nFor evergreen trees and shrubs (spruce, pine, arborvitae etc.) watering in the fall is very important (Figure 1). Since these trees retain their foliage throughout the winter, they are much more prone to issues with winter desiccation. Conifers going into winter with a dry root system will experience more issues with winter injury, including salt damage leading to needle drop and even death of terminal branches. Keeping irrigation on or watering up until the ground becomes frozen will help these plants hydrated through the winter (Figure 2). Heavy snowfall helps protect the roots of trees from desiccation. With snow on the ground, winter injury is more related to structural damage due to weight of snow.\nAmending soils in the fall with prescriptive organic matter will also help root systems by creating more pore space for water and nutrient holding (Figure 3). The soil microorganisms that feed on the organic matter are literally soil builders. They will remain active until the ground is frozen and during that time they will naturally till the soil and reduce the bulk density of heavy clay soils. In sandy soils, the organic matter will help hold water and nutrients in the profile where the tree and shrub roots can access it this fall and into next spring.\nFall is also a great time to treat for insect scale problems on trees (Figure 4). Horticultural oils applied to branches and twigs in the fall will suffocate most overwintering scales. There is no risk of foliar damage on deciduous trees, because the foliage is gone. These treatments can however remove the bluish sheen from evergreen plants with blue characters such as Colorado blue spruce, concolor fir and some junipers.\nIn the winter, deer, rabbits and voles can cause significant damage to stem and trunk tissue on trees and shrubs. Putting metal window screening around the base of newly planted trees and shrubs or those with a history of damage will prevent rabbits and voles from getting to the delicate trunk tissues. The metal screens should be at least four feet tall and should be between 1-1/2 to two inches away from the bark of the tree. This prevents rabbits and voles from reaching over or sticking their noses through the wire to nibble. Metal screening should also be buried at least two inches into the soil to prevent burrowing beneath the screen. Chicken wire and other large gap screens are not effective at preventing access to the bark tissue.\nVoles especially need cover from predators. They can become a problem if snow banks go up and over the wire mesh and the voles can tunnel through the snow to get to the bark. They also like the cover of mulch. Having mulch piled up against the trunk of trees is not a good idea in general, but with voles it provides a sanctuary from predators so they can feed on trees unabated. Pulling mulch away from the trunks of trees with about a foot of open clearance between the trunk and the mulch is enough to make voles feel uncomfortable.\nPaper-based tree wraps, paints and sprays tend to not be as effective as the wire mesh physical barriers for rabbits and voles. Of course no one makes a screen large enough to prevent deer damage.\nDeer do prefer saplings and young trees with big tasty buds. Often they will even reach their neck over fences to rip off the succulent tissues. The key with deer repellents is that by using them you make the plant less attractive than other plants in the vicinity. Thus, even plants treated with repellents can be fed upon if the deer are very hungry or if there aren’t any better feeding options for them in the area (Figure 5).\nMost deer repellents contain putrescent egg solids as their primary ingredient. Think stinky sulfur egg smell. The best repellents are those that stay on the bark tissues even after a rain or snow event. Unfortunately, even those repellents will wear off over the winter. Repeated treatments are needed when and if the temperature rises above freezing throughout the winter to keep the trees stinky. An alternative that has shown some success is the use of capsaicin tablets that are formulated to be dissolved in the soil and taken up from the roots of trees into the tissue that is fed upon by deer. These tablets however require an active xylem stream within the tree to get the capsaicin where it will be effective. That’s probably not going to happen this late in the season, but planning early for to apply them in September of next year is certainly an option.\nDr. John Lloyd, Ph.D. of Plant Health Doctors, LLC contributes to the Ostvig Tree Care website blog. He is also available through Ostvig Tree Care to answer questions on tree care and plant health issues. Feel free to send any questions you may have about this blog or any other tree issues to firstname.lastname@example.org.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.730sagestreet.com/good-food-festival-chicago/", "date": "2018-01-20T13:03:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084889617.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20180120122736-20180120142736-00187.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9789727330207825, "token_count": 479, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__11629471", "lang": "en", "text": "In March I had the opportunity to attend the Good Food Festival in Chicago.\nThe Good Food Festival was created for food lovers concerned about the future of our food supply.\n“The purpose of the Good Food Festival & Conference is to link some of the best local farmers and family-owned producers of food and farm products with the public, trade buyers and leaders in the field to foster relationships that facilitate the growth of local food systems. FamilyFarmed.org now works with many of the nation’s largest buyers of local food including Whole Foods Market, Sysco, Compass Group, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Goodness Greeness, and others to connect them with local food sources.”\nMy kids, my mom and I attended the Exhibit part of the Festival on Saturday, March 17, 2012 and we walked away from it looking forward to next year.\nThere were so many great organic food products, organic product growers and all sorts of local food resources and information. There were product samples, demonstrations and many booths allowed you to purchase the products you were sampling, which was great for me because not only did I get to try something before I bought it, where I live these types of products aren’t as readily available as they are in the city. Hopefully that will change soon!\nThe event was held at UIC (The University of Illinois at Chicago), which is where I spent 5 years studying Architecture and obtained my Bachelor’s degree. It was great to go back and visit the campus and learn more about my passion for clean and organic eating.\nIt was sponsored by Chipotle, my favorite restaurant in the entire world and the exhibit floor was filled with great local and semi-local companies all there sharing a common passion for transforming the way we eat.\nAs I mentioned earlier, there were product samples, demonstrations and they made sure that the kids had a great time too. Purple Asparagus sponsored a children’s area where they learned about composting (and Abby fell in love with worms), planted tomato seeds and made puppets.\nI can’t even begin to describe the great food I came home with!\nMy mom and I both are looking forward to next year.\nJoin our newsletter!\nSubscribe to get updates and great stuff via email including subscriber-only goodies like free printables and giveaways.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.pwcn.org/220404105735-htm/", "date": "2022-05-25T10:39:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662584398.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20220525085552-20220525115552-00177.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9249388575553894, "token_count": 827, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__155893740", "lang": "en", "text": "With the assistance of the CRISPR/Cas molecular scissors, genetic data in a plant will be modified to make the latter extra sturdy to pests, illnesses, or excessive weather conditions. Researchers of Karlsruhe Institute of Know-how (KIT) have now developed this technique additional to remove the entire DNA of particular cell sorts and, thus, forestall their formation throughout plant growth. This can even assist scientists higher perceive growth mechanisms in crops. The findings are introduced in Nature Communications.\nBy the use of molecular scissors, the DNA — the provider of genetic data — will be modified in crops. Up to now, the CRISPR/Cas technique co-developed in crops by Professor Holger Puchta, molecular biologist at KIT’s Botanical Institute has already been used to particularly insert, alternate or mix genes. The objective is to extend the plant’s resistance to illnesses and environmental impacts. CRISPR (stands for Clustered Often Interspaced Brief Palindromic Repeats)/Cas are molecular scissors that may particularly acknowledge and minimize DNA sequences. “We’ve got studied molecular scissors for plant use for 30 years now. At first, we utilized them to switch particular person genes. Two years in the past, we had been the primary worldwide to restructure full chromosomes,” Puchta says. For his analysis, the pioneer of genome enhancing twice acquired the Superior Grant of the European Analysis Council (ERC). “We had been capable of optimize this technique. With CRISPR-Kill, now we have reached now a wholly new stage of growth: We will remove sure plant cell sorts and forestall the formation of particular plant organs.”\nEliminating Secondary Roots and Petals with CRISPR-Kill\nThe experiments carried out by the scientists targeting secondary roots and petals of the mannequin plant thale cress (Arabidopsis thaliana). “These are classical examples in biology. Right here, we all know the genetic program and the cell sorts which can be essential for the formation of those plant organs,” the molecular biologist explains. After the elimination of those cells, CRISPR-Kill crops now not fashioned any petals or secondary roots, whereas the management crops exhibited regular progress.\nOpposite to different strategies that remove cells with cytotoxins or laser radiation, CRISPR-Kill induces a number of cuts within the genome. A genome consists of a sure variety of chromosomes, on which the person genes are organized in mounted order. “Up to now, CRISPR/Cas has aimed for precisely one location and has minimize a few times to switch a gene or chromosome,” Puchta says. “Now, now we have reprogrammed our molecular scissors. They now not deal with the genomic DNA solely as soon as, however intention within the respective cell kind for a sequence that’s encountered usually within the genome and that’s important for the survival of the cell. On this method, many cuts are induced on the similar time — too many for the cell to restore them. The cell will die.”\nHigher Understanding Improvement Processes in Vegetation\nThe work of the KIT researchers will be categorised as elementary analysis. “By learning what occurs when a sure cell kind is eradicated, we study extra in regards to the growth processes in crops. How does the plant react? How versatile is the plant throughout growth? Can we take away components of crops that aren’t essential in agriculture, as an illustration?,” Puchta provides. In the long run, meals manufacturing and pharmaceutical functions would possibly revenue from this expertise when the plant is prevented from forming cells that produce toxins, as an illustration. Furthermore, the expertise may be utilized in multi-cellular organisms for the precise modification of tissues.\nSupplies offered by Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT). Notice: Content material could also be edited for type and size.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.elkhornnursery.com/default.aspx?pid=b67c50a9-6edc-4815-a410-5c47dd51ccc1", "date": "2015-11-30T13:20:25Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-48/segments/1448398462665.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20151124205422-00137-ip-10-71-132-137.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9569449424743652, "token_count": 390, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2015-48", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-48__0__95995677", "lang": "en", "text": "Grass and Wildflower seed in bulk\nWe carry a wide range of native grass and wildflower seed in bulk and aim to have most of the seeds listed below available throughout the year. If you do not see the species you are looking for, please contact us as we may be able to order it for you.\nDuring the planting season (late fall to early winter) we try to keep all seed on hand to fulfill your order as quickly as possible, but as with our plants, we highly recommend that you call us first to check on availability before you make a trip out to the nursery. All prices are market prices and are subject to change without notice.\nTo ensure that the seed you buy is appropriate for your location, all seed orders are custom made and can take some time to put together. Please try to give us at least 48 hours notice if you need a seed order put together. This way, we can save you time by having everything ready when you arrive. When you contact us to place an order or to discuss a custom mix, it would help us greatly if you have answers to the following questions:\n- What is the size of the area you want to sow? (in square feet or acres)\n- Where is the site you are sowing?\n- What kind of soil do you have? e.g. sandy, clay, dry, moist, etc.\n- Is the area in full sun or partial shade?\n- Will the area have supplemental irrigation or just winter rains?\nAll seed orders are put together at our Moss Landing nursery. If you order seed it needs to be prepaid (Due to the amount of cancellations in the past).\nWe also sell our wildflower seed in pre-measured presentation packets. These cost $4.00 (tax included) each and are an ideal size for sowing smaller areas. They also make great gifts and stocking stuffers!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://friendsofgastateparks.org/node/1134", "date": "2022-11-27T18:36:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710417.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20221127173917-20221127203917-00259.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9691244959831238, "token_count": 662, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__200356411", "lang": "en", "text": "When a Friends member heard that honey bee hives were coming to Crooked River State Park in coastal St Marys, she suggested to Park Ranger, Tracy Worsham, that a one-acre mowed field be converted into a meadow of local native wildflowers and grasses. The new habitat would provide nectar, pollen, native seeds, forage and shelter to honeybees, native bees, bumblebees, wasps, flies, butterflies, birds, gopher tortoises, and other wildlife that live in the park. Her idea was well received. Thus began a collaboration between Friends of Crooked River State Park, where both Elizabeth King and Gail Farley are members, and the park.\nThe park called it the \"Pollinator Restoration Project.\" Friends of CRSP were given the responsibility to plan and implement the project. Gail Farley volunteered to lead the effort. Step one was to stop mowing the one-acre field so that existing vegetation could grow up. By Fall 2019, little bluestem grass, Schizachyrium scoparium, had emerged as the dominant flora. Shortleaf blazing star, Liatris tenuifolia, appeared and grew in in drifts. The best surprise was clumps of wiregrass, Aristida stricta, that surfaced once mowing stopped. We collected seeds of little bluestem and Liatris. Gopher tortoise burrows and wiregrass clumps were tagged so they would not get bush hogged.\nWe decided to tackle just one-third of the site in 2019. Once the site was bush hogged, volunteers removed as much of the existing vegetation as possible. Our goal was a cleared site that would offer the best native seed to soil contact. While not ideal, we chose to have the park use their tractor to disc and harrow the site. Our volunteers then spent many hours manually raking and removing plant debris from the sandy soil. The hills and valleys created by the tractor's work had to be smoothed to a flat soil surface. Before seeding, a mulched trail was created to weave its way through the site. We then seeded the bed with more than three dozen species of local ecotype native wildflowers and grasses, most being purchased from Florida Wildflowers Growers Association. We didn't have the luxury of collecting desirable seeds earlier. The bed was then rolled to press the seed into the soil. Finally, we spread a thin layer of longleaf pine straw to help keep seeds and moisture in place. With the seeds put to bed, we then walked away and hoped for the best. We knew that many of the seeds required rain and cold temperatures to germinate. And some seeds take 2-3 years for the seed coat to wear down enough for roots to grow. The site is not irrigated, relying exclusively on natural rain. When we say, \"Hope it rains soon,\" we mean it! Plans for 2020 include removing nonnative species from another one-third of the area through solarization this summer, then during State Parks Day, rake out the area and prepare for seeding. We will need volunteers! Please join us on Saturday, September 26, for Your State Parks Day at the Pollinator Restoration Area.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://energymanitoba.org/renewable_biomass.htm", "date": "2020-01-21T14:50:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250604397.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20200121132900-20200121161900-00464.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9316232204437256, "token_count": 214, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__152978676", "lang": "en", "text": "The term biomass refers to organic matter which can be used as fuel or for industrial production. For example, plant matter such as dead trees/ branches, yard clippings and wood chips can be used to generate electricity. Biomass can also include plant or animal matter used for production of fibres, chemicals or heat and biodegradable wastes that can be burnt as fuel. It excludes organic substances such as coal or petroleum. Biomass production is a growing industry fuelled by current interests in sustainable fuel sources.\nIndustrial biomass can be grown from numerous types of plants, including miscanthus, switchgrass, hemp, corn, poplar, willow, sorghum, sugarcane, and a variety of tree species, ranging from eucalyptus to oil palm (palm oil). The particular plant used is usually not important to the end products, but it does affect processing of the raw material. Other sources for biomass fuel can include forestry residue, farm waste, slaughterhouse and fishery waste, and organic municipal solid waste.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ciscoseeds.com/enduroplus", "date": "2024-02-26T13:30:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474660.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226130305-20240226160305-00581.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9087610840797424, "token_count": 175, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__118574171", "lang": "en", "text": "THE ENDURO - PLUS LINE IS CISCO'S OWN BRAND OF FORAGE PRODUCTS\nEnduro-Plus consists of only the best forage varieties available. All varieties in the Enduro-Plus product line have been developed and tested for forage quality, yield, and persistence. These products have been designed to give you higher relative feed values, which translates into more milk per acre, more beef per acre, or more energy for horses.\nWe sell Enduro-Plus products only through trained seed dealers. We know forage producers want quality products from people who can keep them up-to-date with the newest and best information available. That’s why we work closely with our dealers to keep them trained on the best forages available. You can be assured every Enduro-Plus dealer has the knowledge to help you be more profitable.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.g2g.govt.nz/sectors-of-expertise/agri-business/", "date": "2017-08-19T22:11:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886105927.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20170819220657-20170820000657-00494.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9447879791259766, "token_count": 330, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-34__0__123402112", "lang": "en", "text": "By 2050, global agricultural production will need to increase by 70 percent to feed a population that will grow from seven billion to nine billion.\nNew Zealand is emerging as a leading provider of agricultural technology solutions, including for countries that increasingly need to feed growing populations, and we are actively looking for opportunities to share our expertise.\nNew Zealand’s geographic and isolated location has seen farmers maximise production by converting grass and other forages to dairy and meat through efficient and productive pasture management.\nOver a century of excellence in food production and agriculture has provided the base for New Zealand’s highly competitive and efficient primary production systems. New Zealand’s expertise in pasture-based production has made it the world leader in efficient and low cost conversion of pasture to protein, and the systems that surround it — from food safety to processing and logistics.\nNew Zealand’s pastoral farming system enjoys significantly lower capital and operating costs than other farm systems, and there are considerable opportunities to modify and adapt this to other climates and geographic locations. New Zealand farming systems and agri-business has been adapted in a range of countries including Brazil, China and Saudi Arabia.\nNew Zealand agri-business solutions, from herd improvement, software, pasture mapping and management, to farm automation equipment, can be easily integrated on-farm to maximise increases in productivity and profitability - a key focus for New Zealand farmers, and a discipline that can be adopted internationally. Recent services provided to international customers have included veterinary training, meat-processing regulation, the development of an innovative measurement tool for sap flow in trees, and introducing genetics into an animal-management system.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://montana-dakotaranches.com/services/", "date": "2024-02-21T05:52:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473370.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221034447-20240221064447-00780.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9584141373634338, "token_count": 185, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__146637063", "lang": "en", "text": "Are you searching for just the right property to meet your needs? Ward Fenton and his team can assist you in finding Montana and South Dakota properties that are just what you are looking for. Ward’s extensive background in farming and ranching, his knowledge of the region, and his expertise in managing livestock and crops ensures he can locate a property that will work for you.\nDo you want to know the value of your property? Ward will put together a full packet of information about your property, compare it to other similar properties, and determine the market value.\nRanch Management and Consulting\nWard has managed ranches, farms, bull tests, and feedlots all over the region including the Northwest United States. His areas of expertise include cattle and horse breeding programs, farming and irrigation, feeding cattle, and developing agricultural operations. He brings his nearly 70 years of experience to the table when consulting with clients.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://getflorflower.com/strains/lsd/", "date": "2023-12-02T05:52:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100327.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202042052-20231202072052-00393.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9450733065605164, "token_count": 142, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__287116369", "lang": "en", "text": "LSD is an Indica-dominant cross between Skunk #1 and an Afghani landrace from Amsterdam-based Barney’s Farm. The strain was named by seed bank breeders for its powerful, cerebral, psychotropic high. Winner of 3rd Indica at the High Times Cannabis Cup in 2008, LSD is a hardy, mold- and disease-resistant plant that grows well in both indoor and outdoor environments. The seed bank reports the strain offers high yields of potent buds during a 60-65 day flowering period. Users can expect a musky, earthy, floral scent, and a citrusy chestnut aroma. Feminized seeds are available from Barney’s Farm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.sertsan.net/20-mm-round-drip-irrigation-pipes/20-mm-round-drip-irrigation-pipes-10-mm", "date": "2024-04-14T23:21:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816904.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414223349-20240415013349-00313.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9416888952255249, "token_count": 158, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__185882926", "lang": "en", "text": "Round drip irrigation pipes are produced and marketed in different models and sizes. These equipment are generally produced in diameters of 16 and 20 mm and thicknesses of 0.9 to 1.2 mm. The drippers are mounted on the pipe, the distance of which starts from 15 cm and reaches up to 100 cm. The output flow of these drippers is produced between 2 liters and 4 liters per hour. 20 mm Round Drip Irrigation Pipes are available in rolls of 300 meters.\nFeatures of round drip irrigation pipes:\n- Suitable for products that need equal water\n- Suitable for irrigation of large areas with low rainfall\n- Relatively high resistance to chemical reactions\n- easy washing\n- Places to add drippers online\n- Better weed control", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://jip.ph/governments-p5000-assistance-consuelo-de-bobo-farmers-group/", "date": "2019-11-22T09:27:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496671249.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20191122092537-20191122120537-00111.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9503451585769653, "token_count": 826, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__43667095", "lang": "en", "text": "Government’s P5,000 assistance consuelo de bobo — farmers’ group\nMANILA, Philippines — The government’s offer of a one-time P5,000 cash assistance to the country’s farmers is of little worth, as the rice industry’s liberalization has cost them way more than that, a farmers’ group said over the weekend.\nThe Federation of Free Farmers (FFF), one of the largest non-government organizations of rural workers in the Philippines, slammed the recent decision of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to no longer impose safeguard measures, at least for the meantime, even as farmers continue to suffer from low palay prices.\n“The P5,000 is only about one-fifth of what farmers have lost this season due to the drop in palay prices, so it’s just like consuelo de bobo for them,” FFF national manager Raul Montemayor told The STAR.\n“I foresee problems in how they identify beneficiaries, because not all rice farmers can be accommodated, and the negative reaction from farmers who also suffered but are not qualified to receive the money just because they have larger landholdings,” he added.\nAgriculture Secretary William Dar last week said the Cabinet has decided to not tap safeguard measures amid alleged inflationary effects.\nInstead, the government will give a one-time cash assistance of P5,000 each to farmers tilling one hectare and below.\n“It does not solve the problem and does not address the root cause as to why palay prices are dropping, which is the surge of cheap imported rice, and for which the only legal way to arrest the surge is to impose safeguard duties,” Montemayor said.\nThe group has also expressed disappointment with Dar for not deciding on his own, allowing other members of the Cabinet to decide what will happen to local farmers.\n“He opted to toss the problem to the EDC (Economic Development Cluster) and then the Cabinet, without taking a stand as DA secretary, which the law requires him to do,” Montemayor said.\n“It appears now that DA policy is being controlled by the economic managers, and he (Dar) has no choice but to follow them,” he added.\nAt the very least, the group urged Dar to divulge the results of their investigation on the need for safeguard duties, and not just say they terminated the investigation without any result.\nFFF also disputed the government’s claim that imposing safeguard duties may be inflationary given that large volumes of rice have already been imported at cheap prices and at the regular tariff.\n“The government just has to find a way to get this rice out into the market at a reasonable price. It is unfair that farmers will continue suffering without the safeguards just because government cannot control how imports are sold in the market,” Montemayor said.\nThe planned cash assistance will be taken from the excess tariffs being collected under the Rice Tariffication Law. The government has so far collected P11 billion since the law took effect in March.\nThe Bureau of Customs earlier said revenues from the opening up of the rice market will likely yield P15 billion this year, exceeding the P10 billion target under the law.\nThe tariff collection from rice importation will be allocated for the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund, which will be used for programs to boost the productivity and global competitiveness of local farmers.\nThe excess from the P10 billion will likewise be for the farmers, especially those affected by the drop in palay prices.\nThe DA recently terminated the study on imposing safeguard measures, pending consultation with the country’s economic team.\nUnder the rules of the World Trade Organization and the Safeguard Measures Act, the government can impose general safeguard duties on imports of rice on top of regular tariffs if imports are found to have caused, or threaten to cause, injury to rice farmers.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.oneawines.com/producer/forty-hall/", "date": "2022-12-09T13:44:25Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711396.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20221209112528-20221209142528-00142.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.927622377872467, "token_count": 202, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__180324363", "lang": "en", "text": "North London isn’t especially known for its wines but Forty Hall Vineyard is changing that perception. Forty Hall is a new social enterprise managed by award-winning wine maker Will Davenport and some local volunteers on 10 acres of organic vineyards in Enfield. Established in 2009, they produce still and sparkling wines farmed using biodynamic practices and are the first vineyard of this scale in London since the middle ages. The project has also been engaged with improving the health and wellbeing of the local community through ecotherapy.\nThe London Sparkling Brut is made with the traditional méthode champenoise from organically grown Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay grapes from their vineyard. It is delicate and light with hints of lemon and ripe apples with a depth highlighting London’s unique terroir.\nLondon Sparkling Brut, 2015\nPinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://grandgate.co/brand/duhok-agricultural-company/", "date": "2021-04-19T09:24:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038879305.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20210419080654-20210419110654-00354.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8994381427764893, "token_count": 329, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__249629868", "lang": "en", "text": "Duhok Agricultural Company\nThe farm is in operation since 1982.\nInitially commissioned by Lohmann Tierzucht GmbH, Germany as a Layer Farm.\nDAC farm consists of:\n- Battery Cages, feeding system, silos, drinking system, egg collection conveyors from Kutlusan Poultry Equipment-Turkey in 20 sheds\n- Feed mill from Yemtar, Turkey and\n- New egg store.\n- The existing farm consist of 15 farms, feed mill, hatchery, one egg store, veterinary complex, water pumping station, etc.\n- Every farm/ complex is approximately 1-2 km away from each other.\n- There is an abundant supply of sweet water from nearby Mosul Dam built on the Tigris River. It is pumped to a Tank and then supplied to all farms.\n- Every farm has a power supply from the country’s electricity grid, has in house power sub-station, and is also backed up by Generators.\n- Every complex has an approx. 200m2 office.\n- All farms are protected by wire mesh security fencing and manned by security personnel.\n|Total Number of Farms||15 Farms|\n|Total number of sheds in all the 15 farms||130 Sheds\nEach shed measuring 130 x 12.5 meters\n|Feed Mill complex||ONE|\n|Veterinary / Laboratory complex||ONE|\nLayer Farming Status\n- Total number of Chickens (Layer) currently in the farm: 550,000 Chickens\n- Current daily egg production: 470,000 Eggs equivalent to 1,300 Cartons", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://pollyannaofkaren.blogspot.com/2012/03/bane-of-northwest-gardening.html", "date": "2013-12-13T05:56:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164888618/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204134808-00091-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9695070385932922, "token_count": 678, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-48", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__180897075", "lang": "en", "text": "I resent slugs mightily, especially right now after looking at the primroses I planted earlier and seeing nasty, brown, rotting streaks over the blossoms that I know have been caused by those slimy menaces. They have been the one thing that have kept my vegetable (and flower) garden from being totally organic. I don't use anything but compost for fertilizer--no chemicals. I mulch. But no matter what organic method I have tried, those slugs keep coming, sliming their way to my flowers and veggies, laughing their silent but no doubt mocking slimy laugh as they consume the beauty and abundance I have TRIED to produce.\nDiatomaceous earth--no go, not in the very wet Pacific Northwest. It's basically ineffective after it rains, and slugs proliferate in the wet. Beer--somehow, I seem to have the only tea-totaling slugs on earth. The dear hubby has nixed putting geese in our yard, which I have to agree with, because I don't like having to avoid stepping over goose poop in our yard (yeah, I know, it's natural fertilizer, but geese are also often mean. Also, we have a cat--a big, affectionate, but weenie cat that would no doubt be terrorized by such a bird).\nSalt--no. There is a reason why ancient Assyrians \"salted the earth\" after conquering their enemies. Salt was their form of making the fields of the conquered people unable to produce crops. We have enough slugs here that using salt all the time to get rid of them would render my goal of producing luscious veggies near impossible.\nSo I have ended up using Cory's Slug and Snail Death. Part of the reason is that it is very effective. The other is that there is something honest and upfront about what the product does: no hiding it, no prettifying the goal of the product. It deals death to slugs and snails, period. I appreciate honesty like that.\nHowever, I still want an organic garden. I don't like the idea of nasty chemicals seeping into what I eat, look at, and smell. I want to be able to pick the veggies, give them a good rinse under the faucet, and eat, right then and there.\nI am persistent, so I keep looking. And today, much to my delight, I found the perfect Pacific Northwest solution: coffee!\nHere's where I found it: http://www.plantea.com/slug-baits-coffee.htm\nIt seems that caffeine is toxic to snails. However, as every avid gardener knows, coffee grounds are great to add to compost. So, using coffee and coffee grounds will repel slugs while at the same time helping your garden soil become richly productive. Is that great or what? The special obsession of the Seattle area--coffee in all its wondrous forms--gets rid of the bane of Pacific Northwest existence: slugs.\nI haven't tried it yet, but I certainly will. It will mean cutting open used Senseo pods, but I'm fine with that.\n- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad\nThere’s more going on\n2 weeks ago", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.tongaholiday.com/listing/tupuanga-coffee/", "date": "2022-06-30T02:11:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103646990.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20220630001553-20220630031553-00119.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8920118808746338, "token_count": 330, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-27", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__25734526", "lang": "en", "text": "Family owned and operated, Tupu’anga Coffee is an ethical trade product made up of 100% Arabica beans. It is grown, harvested and produced in Tonga, and provides sustainability to families and communities living there. The profits of the business are reinvested in to the delivery of AW programmes, providing mentoring to around 400 children and their families each year.\nTupu’anga coffee is 100% organically grown, handpicked and roasted in the Kingdom of Tonga.We work together with local farmers and harvest the coffee cherries, which are then processed in our factory to make an aromatic Arabican roast. The Arabica beans provide a unique taste with very distinctive mild flavours presenting a soft acidity and a good body.\nA community development approach is central to how Tupu’anga coffee operates. The purchase of our products provide a livelihood to Tongan farmers and their families, and allow us to support community development projects right throughout the Pacific.\n|Phone:||+676 770 1743 or +676 26 174|\n|Address:||Tupu'anga Factory Private Bag 3, Kolofo'ou Umusi, Ma'ufanga Tongatapu|", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.polishwinetasting.pl/our-vineyard", "date": "2022-12-03T22:55:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710941.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20221203212026-20221204002026-00813.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9582826495170593, "token_count": 249, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__122586616", "lang": "en", "text": "Our vineyard was established in the Spring of 2013.\nWine is our passion and we take care of the whole wine making process ourselves, from planting the grapevines till corking the bottles. In 2016 we finalised procedures necessary for legalising the vineyard in Poland and we also secured the liquor license as well as the varietal wine certificate. We’ve also recently joined The Lesser Poland Wine Trail, initiative focused on supporting the recovery of wine making tradition in our region. We offer a wide range of attractions: wine tasting, classical and jazz music live. Once a year in August we organise an international music festival - Vitis Music Sfera Festival, the only such event during which musicians from different countries perform on the hill of the vineyard.\nThe vineyard is currently 1 ha. in area, but we are planning to expand it in the following years. The spot is perfect for planting and harvesting grapevines – we are not the only vineyard in the vicinity, our closest neighbour is Winnica Uroczysko. We hope that you will enjoy the wines from Dunajec Valley and that in years to come the hills of Janowice will be covered in grapevines.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.newhamtruro.co.uk/news/article/226/cornishmutual.co.uk", "date": "2024-02-25T14:22:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474617.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225135334-20240225165334-00714.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9651785492897034, "token_count": 348, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__53019387", "lang": "en", "text": "Farming insurance company Cornish Mutual is celebrating its 120th anniversary\nWednesday 18th October, 2023\nFarming insurance company Cornish Mutual is celebrating its 120th anniversary.\nFounded by Cornish tenant farmers in 1903, the company provides services to farming and rural properties and businesses across Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset.\nCornish Mutual, which has offices in Newham Road, is owned and run for the benefit of its members. The company prides itself on putting the South West’s farmers and the rural communities at the heart of its services.\nManaging director Peter Beaumont said: “Cornish Mutual was founded by farmers and farming is still very much our heartland.\n“We have direct relationships with our members and really care about their success. We want to make things better, not just send out cheques when something goes wrong.”\nThrough its annual risk survey of farmers, Cornish Mutual has identified additional tools to help farm businesses build profitability and resilience, increase natural resources and protect their people.\nAiming to address areas causing most concern, Cornish Mutual is building partnerships with specialists in farm safety, rural crime and soil health as well as developing its Future Farming Programme of industry insights and case studies to inform and inspire.\nMost recently, its new fortnightly Farming Focus podcast, featuring industry experts and farming professionals, is bringing its listeners the latest on what really matters to farmers.\nPeter said: “Our wider services help members manage risk and find a way through an increasingly challenging climate\n“We are strengthening our commitment to agriculture so we can continue to serve the industry we care so passionately about for at least another 120 years.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://kindmankind.net/content/bosque-villiage-organic-farm-retreat", "date": "2017-05-22T23:21:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607242.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20170522230356-20170523010356-00617.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.923862636089325, "token_count": 117, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__101811278", "lang": "en", "text": "Bosque Villiage Organic Farm Retreat\nBosque Villiage Organic Farm\\/Retreat based near Morelia in Michoacan state (central Mexico). Volunteer in organic and permaculture farming, reforestation, renewable energy and sustainable living, there are also opportunities for creative and artistic activities. Good option for 'off the grid' living in a rural setting. Volunteers must be bilingual (English/Spanish) and commit to a minimum of 6 months. The Bosque also offers a short-term eco-experience program for visitors interested in learning about permaculture.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://essentialspetcare.com/grow-your-own-catnip/", "date": "2023-12-05T03:02:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100540.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205010358-20231205040358-00332.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9360226988792419, "token_count": 276, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__197189058", "lang": "en", "text": "Grow Your Own Catnip\nPublished February 19, 2019\nMost cats go crazy for catnip. Why? Catnip contains nepetalactone, which stimulates sensory neurons and causes them to act strangely by rolling around, vocalizing, and rubbing themselves on the plant. The effects are harmless and only last for a short time. Some cats do not respond to catnip−the response is genetic−an estimated 20% of cats are not affected. Young kittens do not respond to catnip until they reach sexual maturity.\n“Catnip is a known favorite, natural treat for cats, which many cat lovers grow in their garden, says Joan Casanova, spokeswoman for Bonnie Plants, “It’s also a member of the mint family and can be used to prepare an herbal tea that is said to possibly relieve minor headaches.”\nFollow these simple steps, courtesy of Bonnie Plants, to grow your own catnip:\n- Set out plants after the last frost of the season.\n- Space them at least 18 inches apart.\n- For best results, use premium garden soil and potting mix.\n- Keep plants full by pinching the growing stems and buds as they grow.\n- The flowers will form seeds that sprout, you can plant those when they mature and create new plants.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.bigredorchard.com/blondee", "date": "2024-04-25T05:27:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712297284704.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425032156-20240425062156-00410.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9821797013282776, "token_count": 421, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__42978331", "lang": "en", "text": "The yellow apples were discovered in an orchard in Ohio in the early 21st century and were selected for their unusual coloring, crisp texture, and sweet, mild flavor.\nThe apples are sometimes nicknamed Yellow Galas.\nBlondee® apples were discovered as a spontaneous mutation of gala apples in an orchard in Portsmouth, Ohio. The sport apples were noticed by McLaughlin Orchard owners Tom & Bob McLaughlin sometime around the year 2000. They were selected for their unusual coloring as they had a pale-yellow appearance, while their parent variety, the gala apple, was traditionally bright red.\nBlondee® apples have had their greatest success among u-pick orchards throughout the “Apple Belt” of Michigan. Also known as Michigan’s “Fruit Belt,” the region is comprised of a narrow stretch of land along the western state border that has a temperate climate due to Lake Michigan moderating weather extremes. The Fruit Belt also receives enough rainfall to maintain the region’s fertile soil composition, and over time, the state has developed this area into a site for agrotourism, where visitors can tour farms, purchase fruit, and participate in food-themed events. The region was given this nickname in the late 1800s, and throughout the 1900s, several billboards were promoting the famous belt, and farm stands were established along the roadways to sell fruit to passing motorists.\nIn the present day, Blondee® apples are grown in many of the orchards throughout the Fruit Belt, and the variety is favored for its long ripening period. Blondee® apples can remain on the tree for at least 2 to 3 weeks and are the only yellow variety to ripen during the early season, creating a pleasant visual contrast on the apple trees. Many of the u-pick orchards have commented that visitors select Blondee® apples for their unique appearance, and the apples have become the second most popular u-pick apple, just behind honeycrisp.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.tallaspumps.com/en/well-pump", "date": "2023-10-01T13:16:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510888.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001105617-20231001135617-00696.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.965616762638092, "token_count": 245, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__197503810", "lang": "en", "text": "The well pump draws water from a well, even a very deep one, and increases the pressure. It is suitable for various uses: it is mainly used to irrigate gardens or vegetable plots, even large ones. Well pumps can also be used to draw off accumulated rainwater, but this is not their main purpose.\nThe submersible electric pump pushes water from a well of varying depth, and can handle a higher or lower water flow rate depending on the model.\nDepending on the model, water can be pumped from a well with the water almost at the surface, or from a deep well (such as boreholes).\nIt is also possible to pump water up to more than 300 metres. Various models are available depending on the characteristics of the well, the desired flow rate, and the water use.\nThe well pump can be placed either inside the cavity or immersed in the water.\nAttention must be paid to the diameter of the well, which of course, must be larger than that of the pump. Conventionally, submersible pumps are classified by the width of the well in inches. So 4\" pumps are not really 4\", but are suitable for fitting into a 4\" well.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.highstreethero.com.au/products/certa-auger-planter-hole-digger-drill-bit", "date": "2024-04-24T08:38:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819089.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424080812-20240424110812-00494.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8577559590339661, "token_count": 275, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__164309616", "lang": "en", "text": "Hurry, Sale Ends Soon\nThe ultimate garden accessory, this auger attaches to most handheld drills and lifts dirt to create cylindrical, even holes for bulbs, seedlings, bedding plants and more, making gardening jobs faster and easier.\n- Solid steel 80 × 600mm auger\n- Fits 10mm and 13mm drill chucks\n- Compatible with most power drills\n- Fast and efficient cylindrical digging\n- Suitable for all soil types\n- Ideal for bulbs, tulips, iris, seedlings and more\n- Makes large plant jobs fast and easy\n- Cold rolled steel blade and bar\n- Ideal for professional use\nDig deep and get planting with the Certa 80 × 600mm Auger Planter Hole Digger Drill Bit that fits onto a handheld drill and effortlessly lifts dirt in the garden.\nBuilt from a solid steel bar and blade, this robust auger drills into any soil type with ease and requires minimal effort to operate, with a circular blade that allows soil to escape in a steady, controlled manner.\nThis versatile tool is ideal for professional and home use, digging holes ideal for bulbs, grass plugs, vegetable plugs, small potted plants, seedlings, bedding plants and so much more, reaching depths up to 600mm with ease.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.soilresources.com/home", "date": "2023-03-28T02:32:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296948756.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20230328011555-20230328041555-00092.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8944196701049805, "token_count": 265, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__81896168", "lang": "en", "text": "Global Soil Education for Regenerative Farming\nSUPPORT NATIVE FARMERS\nSUPPORT THE CHILDREN\nSoil Resources Initiative is a charitable and educational organization that teaches regenerative agriculture techniques which provides many benefits to improve human and animal health while also creating stable, prosperous communities.\nWe train farmers in intensive biological soil building methods that suit local conditions. The regenerative farming approach we teach increases soil fertility which in return:\nIncreases crop production and yield\nEnhances the nutrient content of food crops\nReduces irrigation needs by increasing drought tolerance\nIncreases pest resistance\nFarmers are trained how to increase soil moisture, organic matter and fertility without the use of chemicals\nSoil Resources Initiative operates exclusively on donations!\nWe have done our farmer training program in Senegal and Mozambique for almost 10 years now and are currently raising funds to bring this amazing program to Madagascar!\nTo learn more about why we chose Madagascar and our goals for it, check out our blog!\nWe are a 501-c3 organization, so all donations are tax deductible\nYou may donate funds directly to Soil Resources Initiative or volunteer to help raise money.\nYou may also volunteer your time and skills on one of our trips. Contact us for more information.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://postarticles.org/eight-advantages-of-hiring-a-quality-lawn-care-service/", "date": "2022-12-01T03:05:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710789.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20221201021257-20221201051257-00560.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.959356963634491, "token_count": 634, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__286431026", "lang": "en", "text": "A lawn is one of the most important parts of your home. When anyone visits your home, the lawn is the first thing everyone notices. Therefore, having a healthy, cleaned, and properly paved lawn is essential to have. You will always find it challenging to take care of the lawn independently.\nFor proper maintenance and beautification of it, you should hire quality lawn care services in NJ. These services come up with a lot of advantages, some of which are given below:\n- Quality work: The lawn care services team consists of highly trained professionals with the proper experience to take care of your lawn. They use advanced methods, tools, and technology that you don’t have. They also do routine check-ups of the lawn, and they make sure that your lawn looks the most appealing in the neighborhood.\n- Time-saving: Imagine how much time it will take if you take care of the lawn on your own. On the other hand, if you hire a professional lawn care service, then they can do it for you in a short interval of time. These services become essential when you need your lawn well maintained urgently.\n- Cost-efficient: If you consider the advanced technology, tools, chemical, and fertilizers involved in servicing the lawn, you will find that lawn care services are cost-effective.\n- Makes your home more valuable: When you get quality lawn care service in NJ, experts work for the beautification and health of your lawn. Such lawn care gives you a nice lawn, which directly increases the value of your home. If you want to sell your home, you should hire a lawn care service.\n- Maintain soil quality: The chemicals and fertilizers they use help maintain the lawn’s soil quality, which helps provide a lush green lawn.\n- Landscaping services: Landscaping is an essential part of your outdoor area, like lawns. It is something that you can’t do yourself. Lawn care services provide landscaping work like installation of drainage systems, walks and blocks creation, paving installation, lighting work, etc.\n- Expertise: Professionals at lawn care services have proper knowledge about their work. They know what is needed at which time. Their expertise can help you to maintain the lawn that requires special attention and care.\n- Provides peace of mind: As we already mentioned, hiring a lawn care service saves your time. It directly provides peace of mind. Experts solely do all the work. You don’t need to worry about anything and can entirely rely on them for the desired results.\nThe Last line\nLawn care services play a vital role in maintaining your lawn. They are way better than handling the lawn care work DIY, and their expertise, knowledge, and the use of advanced tools give you a lush-green and well-maintained lawn, saving you time and effort. Hence, you should definitely give a try to professional lawn care services, having a team of highly trained lawn care experts who have served hundreds of clients so far successfully. You can check their previous work before hiring for your lawn care and maintenance.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://rutadelvinoriasbaixas.com/en/socios/bodega-vina-cartin/", "date": "2023-12-08T00:35:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100705.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207221604-20231208011604-00741.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8819469809532166, "token_count": 203, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__111590856", "lang": "en", "text": "Viña Cartín Winery\nPart of the Rías Baixas Denomination of Origin, the current winery produces three labels (Viña Cartín, Ruta 49 and Terras de Lantaño), with grapes coming from over 16 hectares, divided in 6 different vineyards (owned by the winery) in the districts of Lantaño, Meis, Vilanova de Arousa and Vilagarcía de Arousa. The variety of the lots in terms of location, altitude, distance to the sea and climate conditions (sandy loam soils, with more or less clay content and depth), gives each wine its different nuances and complexity. Each lot is cultivated separately, depending on the traditional production schemes to later proceed with coupage, which will give way to the different wines.\nFrom 9:30 to 13:30 and 15:30 to 19:00. Group visits (with prior reservation) from 10:00 to 18:00, Monday thru Sunday.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.michellekarl.com/blogs/autumn-has-arrived", "date": "2023-11-29T12:58:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100081.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129105306-20231129135306-00465.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9844270944595337, "token_count": 474, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__190524981", "lang": "en", "text": "Autumn Has Arrived!\nIf you've been around this blog for any length of time or read any of the interviews I did around the release time of FATAL FREEZE, you're no stranger to this Fun Fact: I don't like cold weather! But what I do like is cool weather, specifically the kind that comes at the beginning of Fall.\nCooler weather means long-sleeved shirts, pumpkin everything, and... apples! Late summer / early Fall means our apple tree is ready for harvest. I'm still getting used to having an apple tree in our front yard -- in fact, we didn't even know it was an apple tree until two years ago, when we thought the little green apples that started appearing were crab apples.\nTurns out they're not -- they're Macs! Last year I trimmed the tree and we had a small yield, and this year the summer was very dry, so I didn't think we'd get a whole lot. The fruit looked quite small until only a few weeks before summer ended... but then we got some heavy rainfall, a few warm days, and voila! The apples matured and we had a decent harvest after all!\nI picked two baskets of apples, one is in the picture above. There's a second basket in the fridge right now, but the one above turned into slow cooker apple cider two nights ago. Delicious!\nThere were also a lot of dropped apples, which I assume happened because of the dry weather. But apparently that didn't matter to a neighbor, who knocked on our door yesterday and asked if she could take some of the dropped apples to make a pie. She took quite a few of them (I don't envy her work in cutting out the bugs & bruises!), so I suspect she'll have more than enough for a tasty pie. It makes me happy to know the dropped fruit didn't go to waste!\nAnd I should also mention... the squirrels are enjoying the dropped apples too. They keep dragging apples onto our porch, having a nice snack, and then leaving the rest of the apple for the ants (or for another squirrel to eat later). Yay for multiple people & critters benefiting from our fruit tree!\nWhat grew in your yard this year? Did you plant a garden or have you ever tried growing fruit?", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://mischer.com/news/urban-harvest-farmers-market-encourages-homegrown-cooking", "date": "2019-01-21T05:38:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583763149.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20190121050026-20190121072026-00479.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9290362596511841, "token_count": 246, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__120101007", "lang": "en", "text": "Urban Harvest Farmers Market Encourages Homegrown Cooking\nHouston’s Urban Harvest Farmers Market offers locally-produced vegetables, fruits and farm products every Saturday and Sunday morning at three Houston area locations, all year long. The market helps to sustain local family farms, promote health and wellness and boost the Houston economy.\nIn addition, the market features an exceptional program known as the Gardeners' Corner, which allows school groups, community gardeners and backyard gardeners to sell their produce and learn the basics of market gardening.\nTheir Community Gardens Program provides classes and information on how to start a community garden and provides ongoing support for a network of more than 100 community and school gardens and urban farms. Support includes gardening advice, volunteer recruitment, Web pages in their Web Directory of Gardens, networking events, an annual awards ceremony, and free gardening classes.\nVisit the Urban Harvest Farmers Market on Saturday at Eastside on Richmond from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. or on Sundays at the Highland Village from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Discovery Green Park from 12 to 4 p.m. For more information on their produce and programs, visit their website at UrbanHarvest.org.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://croppackagingks.com/profitable-farming/", "date": "2024-04-13T16:56:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816820.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413144933-20240413174933-00777.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8814650177955627, "token_count": 308, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__188563313", "lang": "en", "text": "Operation costs are one of the most impactful things on your bottom line. If you're trying to reduce costs without sacrificing the quality of your equipment and materials, Crop Packaging Specialists can help. We provide wholesale farm supplies in Wichita, KS and Shelby, MT, so our customers can maximize profits. By getting products like polypropylene baler twine wholesale, you can compete with large agricultural operations.\nContact us now if you need polypropylene baler twine.\nWhen you need supplies for your operation, we have you covered. Our wholesale farm supplies include:\n- Sisal twine\n- Baling wire\n- Baler twine\n- Bale net wrap\n- Stretch agricultural film\nAre you looking for wholesale farm supplies to help preserve your silage bales? We offer Sunfilm® RT-100 to tightly seal your bales for up to 12 months. Sunfilm® RT-100 is popular among farmers because it:\nAllows you to maintain a higher level of nutrition in your silage\nOffer greater ultraviolet protection with denser reflectivity\nProvides exceptional strength, memory and tack migration\nHas a high-density water-resistant core\nHelps eliminate wasteful caramelizing that normally occurs with black wraps\nSee what makes Sunfilm® RT-100 the preferred silage plastic wrap for farmers in Wichita, KS, Shelby, MT and worldwide. Call 800-848-9062 to place your order for wholesale farm supplies from Crop Packaging Specialists today.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.centralps.co.uk/421/mid-and-east-antrim-in-bloom-2018-winners/", "date": "2021-04-11T22:24:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038065492.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20210411204008-20210411234008-00394.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9680606126785278, "token_count": 123, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__270120033", "lang": "en", "text": "We are delighted to announce that Carrickfergus Central Primary School has won the Best School Gardening Project 2018 in the Mid and East Antrim in Bloom competition. A big well done to last year’s Eco-council and all of our pupils, parents and grandparents who helped us. Thank you to Carrickfergus Vineyard who made raised planters and a greenhouse for us and Gary at Inver Garden Centre who helped us to plant flowers and shrubs in our school gardens. Our Eco-School Green Flag is looking well at the front of our school! Well done everyone!!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.tgmarket.org/mission.php", "date": "2017-10-18T19:59:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187823114.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20171018195607-20171018215607-00304.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9241583347320557, "token_count": 456, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__20630156", "lang": "en", "text": "The Tower Grove Farmers' Market is an organization founded to pursue the following goals:\nTo give growers and producers of Missouri and Illinois agricultural commodities and other farm-related products alternative marketing opportunities.\nTo promote the sale of Missouri and Illinois-grown farm products.\nTo improve the variety, freshness, taste and nutritional value of produce available in the St. Louis area.\nTo make healthy, regionally produced foods accessible to lower-income residents.\nTo provide an educational forum for consumers to learn the uses and benefits of quality, locally grown or prepared food products.\nTo enhance the quality of life in the St. Louis area by providing a community activity which fosters social gathering and interaction.\nSustainable agriculture and urban education are of key interest to us:\nIn the U.S., our food travels an average of 1300 miles to get to our tables. This long-distance transport burns large amounts of fossil fuels, pollutes our air and our waters, and clogs our highways, waterways, airways and even our city streets with large food distribution transport vehicles. Local food systems offer an energy-efficient, sustainable, and less polluting alternative.\nRegional farmland preserves open space and beautiful natural landscapes in the St. Louis region and helps to control suburban sprawl and commercial development in surrounding areas, thereby contributing to a vastly improved environment for St. Louis region citizens.\nFarmers markets and local food systems build community ties and encourage civic life, offering urban residents a ‘small-town experience’ of buying produce directly from farmers, feeling connected to the land where their food is grown, and exercising consumer choice about how their food is grown.\nPesticides being used by large-scale conventional agriculture have toxic and polluting effects on the food, water, and air in our communities.\nSustainable agriculture addresses issues that concern urban residents; the preservation of open space, the survival of endangered species, the treatment of farm animals, the nutritional quality of the food they eat, the purity of our waterways, and biodiversity of plant and animal life. Building links with farmers offers urban residents a way to use their food dollars to directly support those practices that are most in keeping with their values and their ethical, political, and social concerns.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://indianspokesman.com/4850-2/", "date": "2019-06-19T23:40:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999066.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20190619224436-20190620010436-00138.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.939799964427948, "token_count": 243, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__85130779", "lang": "en", "text": "INDIA: Leading fresh fruit importer IG International has entered into an association with Mr Apple, a major global apple exporter from New Zealand, to launch DIVA, a premium variety of apples into the Indian subcontinent.\nDeliciously sweet and crunchy, the DIVA apple variant is naturally bright red in colour and high in flavour. DIVA apples are only available for a limited season, from April to August. One of the best apples cultivated in New Zealand, the DIVA variant is handled with great care and picked from the orchards at the right moment, so that its pure taste, crispness and aroma are passed on to the customers.\nTarun Arora, Director – IG International Pvt. Ltd, said, “Apples are highly sought-after in India for their abundant health benefits and juicy and crunchy wonders. The introduction of premium and fresh DIVA apples will help us meet the growing demand of exotic fruits in India, and at the same time resonates well with the Indian consumers who have developed distinct tastes and preferences for fruits. We are happy to include one more variety of exotic apples on our list through our association wi ..", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://biztellers.com.ng/2012/04/20/union-bank-director-tasks-on-improving-groundnut-production/", "date": "2021-05-12T21:26:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243989705.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20210512193253-20210512223253-00543.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9441028237342834, "token_count": 478, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__46472768", "lang": "en", "text": "Union Bank Director tasks on improving groundnut production\nBy Laz IBEABUCHI\nLAGOS-The Executive Director, Corporate, Investment Banking, and Treasury of Union Bank of Nigeria PLC, Mr. Philip Ikeazor has called for the collaboration of Nigerian farmers and International Crop Research Institute for the Semi Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) in the use of watershed irrigation technique in the production of groundnuts for export.\nHe made this call recently in India at the Governing Board Meeting of ICRISAT where he has been its member in the last six years. Mr. Ikeazor will complete his tenure of the international agency in July this year.\nSpeaking on the future of Agriculture in Nigeria, Ikeazor said:” last six years with ICRISAT has nurtured my belief that agriculture is one of the most potent ways to alleviate poverty and create significant income streams for the poor people of the semi-arid tropics”.\nHe believes that the giant strides and impact made by ICRISAT’s research work on the peasant farmers in India and East Africa and some parts of West Africa would work in Nigeria. Ikeazor is particularly keen on transferring the watershed irrigation technique piloted in India and the recent Groundnut Revolution in Malawi, which had seen a thriving export of improved groundnut to the United Kingdom.\nRecalling how Nigeria was once the world’s leading groundnut exporters in the 1960s with the crop accounting for about 70% of the country’s total export earnings, Ikeazor stressed that by working with farmers to grow improved varieties of groundnuts with more resistant to disease, export market demands, and better aflatoxin management to prevent contamination, Nigerian farmers would significantly boost groundnut production and sales. He added that this would create employment and yield significant income for peasant farmers especially in the Northern and the South Western part of the country.\nHe expressed optimism that with ICRISAT’s reopening of its research office in Kano, Nigeria needs to support the existing bilateral agreement in order to reinstate the country’s former groundnut pyramids.\nIkeazor will be handing over his board membership to Oluwande Muoyo, a chartered accountant, professional banker and currently the Commissioner for Budget and Planning in Ogun State.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://everlastingharvest.com/pages/faq", "date": "2023-10-03T00:21:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511023.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20231002232712-20231003022712-00850.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9258747696876526, "token_count": 207, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__9418138", "lang": "en", "text": "Frequently Asked Questions\nWhat is the difference between hard and soft wheat berries?\nEverlasting Harvest carries three main types of wheat berries; hard red, hard white, and soft white.\nLet's focus on hard vs. soft first. Hard wheat has more gluten than soft wheat, which provides the elasticity needed for yeast bread to rise. So, hard wheat is better for yeast recipes, and soft wheat should only be used in baking powder recipes.\nAs for the color, hard red wheat has a nuttier whole wheat bread flavor than hard white wheat. Hard white wheat tastes like whole wheat but isn't as nutty. Soft white wheat has the least amount of whole wheat flavor.\nHere is a simple cheat sheet. These are not rules, only suggestions:\nHard Red Wheat\nHard White Wheat\nSoft White Wheat", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.yoair.com/blog/the-progressiveness-of-horticulture-and-its-beneficial-future-post-covid-19/", "date": "2021-12-03T03:53:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964362589.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20211203030522-20211203060522-00582.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9513171315193176, "token_count": 2941, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__39784495", "lang": "en", "text": "Horticulture. One of the few great realizations brought on by the pandemic.\nIn the last year, people were forced to stay indoors, away from their workplace and leisure activities. They hurriedly bought food and necessities at the closest available grocery store. The uncertainty of the lockdown’s duration grew. Days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and months into more than one year.\nHowever, since the administration of the vaccine, normalcy returns to the world in small steps. People work in their office spaces, certain leisure activities begin again, and students return to their learning institutions.\nAdditionally, this led to a realization among those staying at home. The unpredictability of such situations may lead to another rush of panic. Food security and its uncertainty is seen through a different scope, its situation as unpredictable as what the future holds.\nDuring the lockdown, many aided feelings of isolation, restlessness, and anger through gardening. It started as a hobby but grew into something of greater importance. People realized that there is a possible way to secure their food supply. Growing their own.\nTherefore, horticulture became a widely researched topic. From simply growing flowers, people evolved to fruit and vegetables during the pandemic. Moreover, they continue to do so as restrictions lessen.\nHorticulture is far from a new concept. It has been around for tens of thousands of years, starting in the ancient years. Its past forms evolved through the years, giving us information and methods to lead a more sustainable and healthier life.\nIntroduction to Horticulture\nHorticulture comes from two Latin terms: hortus (garden) and cultura (cultivation).\nAn art and science, horticulture focuses on the growing of fruit, vegetables, nuts, and ornamental plants. It is the only plant science that incorporates the science and aesthetics of plants. It ranges from planting in gardens to food production and medicinal ingredients.\nHowever, slight confusion arises between horticulture and two other sciences concerning plants. ‘Crop science’, the study of the world’s major food, turf, and fiber crops. This discipline focuses on the production, improvement, and marketing of such products. ‘Botany’, the academic study of plants. It does not focus on plant use, improvement, and marketing.\nAlthough it may seem similar, it differs from agriculture. Horticulture focuses on specialized practices. Its operations are on a smaller scale.\nSimilarly, gardening and horticulture are of the same branch. They focus on the growing and cultivation of plants, but one is done in a professional manner.\nForms of Horticulture\nThere are many forms of horticulture, but four take precedence.\n- Olericulture. From the Latin words olerus (vegetable) and cultura, this focuses on the production of vegetables.\n- Pomology. From the Latin words pomo (fruit) and logus (study, knowledge), this form focuses on the production of fruit.\n- Floriculture. Where florus (flower) meets cultura, this form centers around the production and study of flowering and ornamental plants.\n- Post-Harvest. This deals with the methods of handling, packaging, and processing harvested crops. As a result, their storage life and availability increases.\nThe other forms are:\n- Viticulture. Vitis (wine) meets cultura. It is the production of grapes, specifically for wine-making purposes.\n- Turf management concentrates on turf grass for sports, leisure, and convenient use.\n- Arboriculture, where arbor (tree) joins cultura, is the cultivation and care of individual trees and perennial woody plants.\n- Landscape horticulture is the selection, production, and care of plants in landscape architecture. Landscaping refers to the art of beatifying a piece of land. It involves using garden designs, methods, and plant materials.\nThe Neolithic Age and Horticulture\nHorticulture in the Neolithic Age proved to be a turning point in human history. It shows humanity’s response to the changing environment. As a result, the development of horticulture and agriculture came to be.\nAbout 20 000 years ago, pre-historical humans began a trial-and-error process in domestication of wild plants and animals. Therefore, they evolved from nomadic goods collectors to settled food producers. The reason being is that their long-term processes of food security required a lot of care. Hence, settlements allowed them to regulate their food supply.\nBy 3 000 BCE, evidence shows the beginning of crop domestication.\nIn the very beginning, their efforts required hard manual labour. First, the crops grew near the dwellings of pre-historic farmers. Then, gradually, they spread into the countryside.\nHowever, there is no exact date for the start of enclosed yards. Yet, evidence shows that as early as 3 000 BCE, enclosed vegetable and fruit yards existed in ancient Sumeria. In short, it showed vegetables growing in rows and watered by irrigation systems.\nThe evolution of horticulture continued through the years, even with the tools used.\nIn 40 000 BCE, pre-historical humans used bone digging sticks for soft soil, a precursor for a shovel. Pike-like mattocks broke hard soil, a precursor to the hoe. Between 5 000 and 4 800 BCE, the early form of the plough developed.\nAs the years went on, to determine a plant’s conditions for survival, humans began observing their crops. Additionally, this led to the identification of weeds, pests, and diseases.\nMoreover, they implemented different treatments on their plants and crops. One required animal sacrifices to ward off disease and pestilence. Another was hand-picking noxious insects off plants.\nIn many cultures, women were the main garden cultivators. Men usually worked in the field.\nAncient Egypt and Horticulture\nHistorians believe ancient Egypt to be the birthplace of horticulture. The Egyptian temples cultivated fruit trees, palms, and grape vines.\nHowever, the horticultural advances did not occur within Egypt. Borrowed and refined, the ancient Egyptian advances were adapted from discovered innovations from other parts of the world.\nOn the other hand, they introduced the first hydraulic engineering and systematic irrigation systems. This advancement made us of canals and dikes. The discovered illustrations show small irrigation systems within the temples. Although it is likely that it was initially invented by the Sumerians, but improved and modified by the Egyptians.\nThey cultivated a wide range of food, a variety of herbs and spices, and medicinal plants. Moreover, they grew over 200 species of flowering and aromatic plants. Plants growing in pots show they understood container gardening.\nIn addition to their own advances, present-day gardening uses their methods and techniques. Firstly, symmetrical and rectangular garden layouts prove to be an efficient way to irrigate plants and crops. As well, it provides easy access for weeding and harvesting. Secondly, linked terraces held multiple levels of gardens. Thirdly, adding water features to gardens as an aesthetic. Fourthly, using walls, tree lines, or pergolas to separate garden sections. Fifthly, classifying gardens according to form and what grew.\nHorticulture in ancient Egypt linked to myths, folklore, and religion. This is seen in their early gardens, as well as in today’s modern culture.\nHorticulture of Greece and Rome\nAncient Greek writings on agriculture and horticulture spread throughout the world. This influenced ancient Rome’s methods during the rise of its empire. Additionally, it influenced medieval herbalists later on.\nThe ancient Greeks introduced knowledge of grafting, budding, legume rotation, and enclosed, sheltered gardening. Soon, it spread to the Roman Empire.\nAs for ancient Rome’s advances, their horticultural activities expanded to country estates. Within those country estates were fruit orchards, flower gardens, as well as decorated and landscaped gardens.\nAround the 2nd century BCE, the ancient Romans refined and improved their practices and techniques. They began creating specialized tools, such as pruning knives and fruit-picking ladders.\nThe ancient Greek and Roman methods to prevent pest and disease damage involved performing sacrifices and applying folk remedies.\nTheir horticultural practices influenced the development of European horticulture for centuries.\nHorticulture of China and Japan\nWhat sets ancient China and ancient Japan apart is their centuries-long isolation from other centers of development. In other words, their methods are their own.\nAmong their horticultural innovations were the cast iron hoe and single-wheeled wheelbarrow.\nAround the 2nd century BCE, they used heated structures to grow alliums (flowering plants such as garlic and scallions).\nIn the 1200s, oiled paper composed their greenhouses. There, they grew their flowers and vegetables.\nDocumented in their writings were their ornamental gardens. They contained artificial hills, water features, and irregularly shaped rocks.\nAncient Chinese ornamental designs influenced ancient Japan.\nTheir Zen gardens are a famed Japanese design known around the world. With a focus on Zen Buddhism, the gardens have a meditative focus.\nFlower cultivation and arrangement were art, with many plants holding a symbolic meaning.\nThe Importance of Horticulture\nHorticulture’s importance lies with continued sustenance. Additionally, with the combination of modern technology and techniques of the past, it maintains a levelled well-being within individuals.\nLandscapes continue to develop. With that, there is the need for sustainable landscape systems. This is essential for the growth of horticultural practices, as well as its importance to the environment.\nHowever, what sets it apart is the focus and care put into the growth of plants. As well, horticulture uses a combination of applied and basic methods. Therefore, there is further understanding and managing of plant cultivation.\nAbove all, there is a wide scope of plant materials.\nFruit and vegetables are important as energy-giving materials for the human body. They are a source of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, flavor, and aroma. Moreover, they provide health-benefiting compounds and medicine.\nAlong with the aesthetic value, horticulture plays its part in protecting the environment. The plants produce an abundance of oxygen through photosynthesis. As well, they remove the chemicals and bacteria floating in the air.\nAll this is done through the work of horticulturalists. Farmers work their hardest to provide the freshest vegetables and fruit for their consumers, along with the beauty of flowers and plants.\nHorticulture plays a role in a nation’s economy. It makes up a segment of a country’s total agricultural production. This segment is comprised of many factors within horticultural practices, such as the benefits of high export value, best utilization of wasteland, and the provision of raw materials for industries.\nIn addition to a country’s economy, horticulture improves farmers’ economic conditions. The livelihood of the unprivileged classes improves. Many of the harvesting and production processes offer employment opportunities for women in rural areas.\nBeing an international and national demand, it serves as a good source of foreign exchange.\nCOVID-19 and Horticulture\nCOVID-19 changed the quality of life. The infection and quarantine measures disrupted the regular flow of goods and their connected sources. It changed the political, environmental, and economic way of life.\nIt affected the agricultural industry, and therefore, affected the consumers. Businesses needed to adapt to what would become the new normal.\nWith the regular flow disrupted, there were shortages and a lack of availability and labour. Additionally, there was a reduction in demand for certain food products and flowers.\nHorticultural practices, just like the agricultural industry, put themselves on hold. The quarantine measures put a halt on exporting plants, fruit, and vegetables from known locations. The reason being is that specific measures need to be taken to ensure nothing becomes contaminated. At the same time, in a time of food security concerns, people began their own gardening. Starting small with a few plants, they branched out to grow their own own fruit, vegetables, and herbs. However, this does indicate that people will become less reliant on the hard work done by horticulturalists. It means that should a pandemic cause another lockdown, they will be better and sustainably prepared.\nHorticulture and the Future\nCOVID-19 taught the human population that at any given moment, there will be unpredictable circumstances. These circumstances will hinder the routines we follow in our daily lives. By disrupting those routines, it leads to anarchy within our own mental state. Added to that is the uncertainty of normalcy’s return.\nScientists predict that within the next ten years, we will face the same situation as 2020. Viruses such as COVID do not disappear, they only get stronger with time. In other words, the time will come for us to remain in our homes once again as the battle for health and safety commences on a larger scale.\nWhile another pandemic will affect horticultural practices, that will not stop its professionals from completing their purpose. They remain heavily involved in trends of sustainability and green energy. For example, the majority of modern-day buildings come with green roofs, where plants and small amounts of crops can grow. As a result, there is natural insulation. The buildings remain warm during the cold months and cool during the warm months. Moreover, there are reduced expenses and reliance on conventional methods.\nAnother benefit of green roofs is urban hydrology, where the collection of rainwater is used inside buildings.\nIn the combat against climate change, horticulture plays a crucial role in the architecture and maintenance of infrastructure solutions. As new technology develops, there are endless possibilities for what horticulturists thrive to accomplish to better the world.\nIn short, horticulture is not only beneficial to the body, but to its surroundings.\nAdditionally, this keeps the social and cultural connection to the past alive. If not for the trial-and-error basis of the past, none would have the innovations existing today.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://publicrecords.store/products/deep-coffee-nicaragua-250g", "date": "2020-09-20T06:38:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400196999.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20200920062737-20200920092737-00724.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9626747965812683, "token_count": 459, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__212078988", "lang": "en", "text": "It is with pleasure that we are working again with Cafetelera Buenos Aires - from Nicragua !\nWe find notes of pineapple, honey and apple, to make a complex, sweet, fruity and very funky espresso\nCafetelera Buenos Aires is a 215 hectare family business, created over 55 years ago by Luis Emilio Valladarez. The farm produces coffees of the Caturra, Catuaï, Maragogype, Maracaturra and Villa Sarchi varieties, in honey, plain and washed process. Located in the municipality of Buenos Aires, in the Dipilto mountains, the company is located in a specialty coffee production area, near the border with Honduras. The farm enjoys a microclimate, which favors the production of these specialty coffees.\nThe coffees are planted on sandy soil, at an altitude of between 1,200 and 1,700 meters above sea level, and the coffee trees are produced under shade (70% with various essences), with soil fertilization and plants respecting the environment. . The producers carry out full disease control and constant monitoring of the production stages. Their main objective is to carry out substantive work in terms of quality, in order to develop relationships of trust with their customers.\nLuis Emilio Valladarez has been working in the world of coffee for 60 years and started his activity by buying a small farm called Buenos Aires then two other farms, La Laguna and El Suyatal. All its production was then sold in cherries. A few years ago, the producer decided to build his own processing plant - Cafetalera Buenos Aires - with the aim of controlling the production and export of his coffees.\nToday, he works with his son Olman, on two plantations: Buenos Aires Estate and La Laguna. A family collaboration that began in 2004, when Olman began to support his father and brother in the management and administration of the family farms. Since 2005, the goal of these passionate producers has been to develop in the world of specialty coffee; They have also participated several times in the Nicaraguan Cup of Excellence. In 2014, they climbed to second place on the podium for their lot of Maracaturra El Naranjo Dipilto!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://geminiglobalgroup.com/nrcs-accepting-regional-conservation-partnership-program-applications/", "date": "2019-06-24T15:17:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999615.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20190624150939-20190624172939-00290.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9171094298362732, "token_count": 186, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__114374647", "lang": "en", "text": "The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has invited conservation partners to submit applications by April 21 to receive federal funding through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). This is the fourth RCPP funding opportunity, which will total NRCS awarding up to $252 million all over the country to locally-driven, public-private partnerships that will improve the nation’s water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and complete a variety of other environmental initiatives.\nProposal applicants are required to match or exceed the federal award with funds provided by private or local sources. Created by the 2014 Farm Bill, the RCPP aims to connect potential partners with various entities to design and implement voluntary conservation solutions that benefit natural resources, agriculture and the economy. These potential partners include private industry, NGOs, Indian tribes, state and local governments, local soil and water districts and universities.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.chriscano.com/blog/gainesville-organic-garden/", "date": "2019-05-22T15:05:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232256858.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20190522143218-20190522165218-00001.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9243521094322205, "token_count": 491, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__14331733", "lang": "en", "text": "A Glimpse at Our Gainesville Organic Garden\nHere are some photos of the garden(s) outside our home, a small brick house in the Gainesville “Student Ghetto” that has endured the torment of college students since 1929. No more.\nWith the knowledge, work and dedication of my former roommate Alex Mourant, we have turned a dull, dead landscape — front and back — into a flourishing and inviting space that is now the main attraction of our house.\nPhotos of Our Gainesville Garden\n(Click on any photo to see an even more beautiful, high-resolution version.)\nIt all starts with the compost. We put our veggie scraps in a pile and mix them with dried leaves to produce a potent fertilizer that is black gold for our organic garden.\nThis is our corn bed in the back:\nTomatoes spontaneously germinated from the compost on our corn bed, so we let them stay. We also planted beans, to semi-mimic the “three sisters” companion planting method — Native Americans planted corn, beans and squash together. The beans climb the corn, and the squash (or in our case tomato) shades the soil.\nThese are probably cherry tomatoes in our corn bed:\nMore tomatoes next to our raised bed.\nTrellised peas in front of our raised bed. If you just taste one of these peas off the vine, you will immediately understand one major benefit of growing your own food, the taste.\nSome pots with basil, cilantro, tomato, and hot Czechoslovakian black pepper.\nAlex adding freshly sifted compost to the front corn bed:\nThis is our front yard corn bed now, with beans and squash interspersed. I planted sunflowers in the old tire (pictured below) but volunteer tomatoes came up instead.\nBeans climbing up a post in our side yard. Something is eating the leaves. :-/\nFinally, this is our most recently planted bed, the Forget Me Not Plot, dedicated to my good friend and roommate Alex Mourant, who will soon depart to Fiji for a 27-month Peace Corps term. We planted a bunch of different seeds — including Forget Me Not flowers — in this plot and will let it flourish naturally, with little interference, in the spirit of Masanobu Fukuoka‘s ‘Do-Nothing Farming’ philosophy.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ojasguajrat3.com/kisan-samman-nidhi-yojana-list-2021-pmkisan-gov-in/", "date": "2024-02-24T06:53:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474523.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224044749-20240224074749-00889.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8888922929763794, "token_count": 830, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__99131917", "lang": "en", "text": "Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List 2021 @ pmkisan.gov.in: Under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-Kisan Samman Yojana), crores of farmers of the country have received economic benefits so far. Under this scheme, farmers are given financial assistance of Rs 6 thousand every year, which is transferred to the bank account of the farmers three times a year as an installment of two thousand rupees.\nThe sixth installment of PM Kisan Yojana released\nPM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme has been released. PM Modi has released a lump sum amount of Rs 17,100 crore under this scheme. According to the central government, so far an amount of Rs 75,000 crore has been released to 9.9 crore farmers under this scheme.\nInstallment to farmers so far\n1- Farmer scheme 1st installment – was released in February 2019\n2- Kisan scheme 2nd installment – was released on 2nd April 2019\n3- Farmer scheme 3rd installment – released in August\n4- Kisan Yojana 4th installment – released in January 2020\n5- Kisan Yojana 5th installment – released in April 1, 2020\n6- Kisan Yojana 6th installment – Money starts coming from August 1.\nAll Candidates who are willing to apply online application then download official notification and read all eligibility criteria and application process carefully. We will provide short information about “PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List 2021” like Scheme Benefit, Eligibility Criteria, Key Features of Scheme, Application Status, Application process and more.\nPM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List 2021 – Overview\n- Name of Scheme PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List (PMKISAN)\n- in Language किसान सम्मान निधि योजना लिस्ट\n- Launched by By the central government\n- Beneficiaries Small and marginal farmers of the country\n- Major Benefit Rs. 6000 Given in 3 installments of 2000 each\n- Scheme Objective Providing financial assistance to farmers\n- Scheme under State Government\n- Name of State All India\n- Post Category Scheme/ Yojana\nOfficial Website https://pmkisan.gov.in/Important Links\n- PM Kisan Samman Beneficiary Status Click Here (Available Now)\n- PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana State-wise/ Installment wise List of Beneficiaries Counts Summary Report Click Here (Available Now)\n- PM-Kisan Samman List – Urban List Click Here\n- PM KISAN List – Village List Click Here\n- PM Kisan Samman Registration Form Click Here\n- Submit Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojna Application Form Click Here\n- Official Website Visit Now\nPM Kisan Samman Nidhi: 7th Installment Beneficiary List\nPM Kisan Samman Nidhi: प्रधानमंत्री मोदी ने जारी की 7वीं किस्त, किसान भाई ऐसे चेक करें अपना Status\nCrores of farmers of the country who have been waiting for the seventh installment of Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan Samman Nidhi) for a long time, have been released by Prime Minister Modi today. 2000 rupees of the seventh installment have been deposited in the accounts of crores of farmers today and all the farmers must have received its messages as well.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://iautorbat.com/news/93b399003.html", "date": "2023-09-27T08:23:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510284.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927071345-20230927101345-00455.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9622329473495483, "token_count": 680, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__232140950", "lang": "en", "text": "Yuan Longping: The Pioneer of Hybrid Rice\nYuan Longping, often referred to as the \"Father of Hybrid Rice,\" is a renowned Chinese scientist and agronomist. Born on September 7, 1930, in Beijing, China, Yuan dedicated his life to developing hybrid rice varieties that have revolutionized global food production. His remarkable achievements in agricultural science have earned him numerous accolades and made him a household name in the field of agriculture.\nEarly Life and Education\nYuan Longping's passion for agriculture began at an early age. Growing up in a rural village, he witnessed the struggles of farmers who faced food shortages and hunger. This motivated him to pursue a career in agricultural research to find solutions to these pressing issues.\nYuan completed his undergraduate studies at Southwest Agricultural College in Chongqing, China. He then went on to earn his master's degree in genetics and plant breeding from the same institution. Later, he pursued a Ph.D. in agricultural genetics at the University of California, Berkeley, where he gained valuable knowledge and expertise in the field.\nBreakthrough in Hybrid Rice\nIn the 1960s, Yuan Longping began his groundbreaking research on hybrid rice. He focused on crossbreeding different varieties of rice to create new strains with higher yields and improved resistance to diseases and pests. After years of experimentation and refinement, he successfully developed the world's first high-yielding hybrid rice variety, known as \"Liangyou 63,\" in 1973.\nThis breakthrough in hybrid rice production marked a significant turning point in global agriculture. Hybrid rice not only increased yields but also exhibited superior quality and adaptability to different environments. It played a crucial role in addressing food shortages and improving food security, particularly in developing countries.\nImpact and Legacy\nYuan Longping's contributions to agriculture have had a profound impact worldwide. His hybrid rice varieties have been widely adopted in many countries, helping to alleviate hunger and poverty. The increased rice production resulting from his research has played a vital role in feeding the ever-growing global population.\nFurthermore, Yuan's work has inspired and influenced countless scientists and researchers in the field of agriculture. His innovative approach to crop breeding has paved the way for advancements in other staple crops, such as wheat, corn, and soybeans.\nYuan's dedication to improving agriculture and his relentless pursuit of scientific excellence have earned him numerous prestigious awards and honors. He was awarded the World Food Prize in 2004, the Wolf Prize in Agriculture in 2002, and the China Reform Friendship Medal in 2018, among many others.\nContinued Research and Future Prospects\nEven in his advanced years, Yuan Longping remains actively engaged in agricultural research. He continues to explore new ways to enhance hybrid rice production and develop varieties that are more resistant to climate change and environmental challenges.\nYuan's ongoing efforts are crucial as the world faces the daunting task of ensuring food security in the face of a growing population and changing climate. His research not only benefits China but also has the potential to positively impact global agriculture and contribute to sustainable development.\nIn conclusion, Yuan Longping's pioneering work in hybrid rice has revolutionized global food production and made significant contributions to addressing food shortages and improving food security. His legacy as the \"Father of Hybrid Rice\" will continue to inspire future generations of scientists and researchers in their quest for innovative solutions to global agricultural challenges.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://kids.frontiersin.org/section/understanding-biodiversity/articles", "date": "2017-08-19T09:09:53Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886105334.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20170819085604-20170819105604-00378.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9514232873916626, "token_count": 200, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-34__0__2341893", "lang": "en", "text": "“Where Did My Friends Go?”: How Corn’s Microbe Partners Have Changed Over Time\nMany of the foods we eat today look very different than they did in the past. Corn, or maize, didn’t exist ten thousand years ago: it descended from a weedy grass with tiny hard-shelled seeds that we wouldn’t recognize as corn kernels. That wild ancestor of corn, teosinte, grew in mixtures of many other plants instead of in cornfields like today. Big changes between teosinte and corn that we can see aboveground lead us to think that there have been changes belowground, too. Plants form partnerships with bacteria and fungi to get nutrients that they need to grow. Scientists are finding that microbes near the roots of teosinte are different than microbes that live around corn roots. Understanding how corn’s microbe partners have changed can help us make corn varieties that are better for the environment.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://saniblog.org/2008/12/15/philippine-allotment-garden-manual/", "date": "2023-12-07T07:06:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100650.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207054219-20231207084219-00837.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8969101309776306, "token_count": 280, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__104789678", "lang": "en", "text": "The “Philippine Allotment Garden Manual is a product of research and extension activities of the Periurban Vegetable Project (PUVeP) of Xavier University College of Agriculture in cooperation with the city government of Cagayan de Oro, barangay administrations, local communities as well as universities and local government units from Germany and Belgium.\nWhat started in October 1997 as an international research project on urban and periurban vegetable production, has resulted in eight allotment gardens for almost 100 urban poor families of Cagayan de Oro, a city in the Philippines.”\n“So what’s the relation to sanitation?” you may ask…well, they’re using Urine-Diverting Dehydration Toilets on all allotment gardens – which (among the provision of sanitational facilities) allow a reuse of treated faeces and urine as soil conditioners and free fertilizer.\nThe Philippine Allotment Garden project also provides answers to the question of urban farming – a challenge for the 21st century that may go hand in hand with proper sanitation.\nThe latest version of the “Philippine Allotment Garden Manual with an Introduction to Ecological Sanitation” of Xavier University’s Periurban Vegetable Project (PUVeP) is now available online as a PDF (0,8 MB).", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.fillpackpharmamachineries.com/sale-12182467-superior-pharmaceutical-wet-granulator-machine-high-shear-mixer-granulator.html", "date": "2020-07-03T13:35:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655882051.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20200703122347-20200703152347-00325.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.813620924949646, "token_count": 284, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-29", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__165040128", "lang": "en", "text": "HLSG-100 Superior Pharmaceutical Wet Mixing Granulator/granulation Machine\nFertilizer, Food, Chemical, Granulator\nHLSG-100 superior pharmaceutical wet mixing granulator/granulation machine\nThis machine is controlled by PLC in the whole process (HMI-optional) to unify the technology and guarantee stable quality, which can also be operated manually, convenient to find out the technical parameters and process.\nBoth the stirring paddles and cutting knives adopt frequency converter to adjust speed, convenient to control the granule size.\nThe rotation drive shaft is sealed with inflatable chamber, eliminating the dust coalescence phenomenon, which has the function of automatic cleaning.\nIt adopts conical chute to make the material in it mix evenly. The chute with interlayer at bottom is equipped with built-in water cooling circulation system, which has better thermostatic performance than normal air cooling system, improving the granule quality.\nThe pot cover of this machine can open and close automatically and the material outlet matches with drying equipment. Big size models are equipped with ladder, convenient to operate.\nIt’s equipped with paddle lifting system, more helpful to clean the paddles and pot.\nMain Technical Parameters\nMaterial input quantity\n(material density is 0.5 g/ml)\nMixing about 2 minutes, granulating 7-14 minutes/batch", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ghananewsupdates.com/authorities-companions-swiss-firm-halba-so-as-to-add-worth-to-uncooked-cocoa-beans-citi-enterprise-information/", "date": "2023-02-04T08:26:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500095.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20230204075436-20230204105436-00521.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9350119233131409, "token_count": 516, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__58348276", "lang": "en", "text": "The federal government of Ghana is hoping to collaborate with the Swiss authorities in including worth to cocoa.\nThe partnership with the Swiss authorities will reduce the export of uncooked cocoa beans and cocoa merchandise and enhance the livelihoods of cocoa farmers.\nThis comes on the again of the Cocoa Sustainability Initiative by one in every of Switzerland’s largest chocolate producers, Halba.\nDeputy Minister for Commerce and Trade, Herbert Krapa, throughout a cocktail occasion on the Swiss Residence on Monday, informed Citi Enterprise Information the federal government is contemplating getting Halba to start full-scale processing in Accra to spice up manufacturing within the sector.\n“They [Halba] import vital quantities of cocoa beans to Switzerland for processing. We expect that it is very important proceed that partnership and, with time, see how it’s possible to get them to start out full-scale processing in Accra,” he talked about.\n“President Akufo-Addo has a imaginative and prescient to make sure that majority of cocoa that we harvest and produce right here in Ghana is processed proper right here in order that we are able to have the roles created, financial advantages, and abilities switch and inclusive financial progress that the President has set to realize for the Ghanaian individuals.”\nGhana lately has begun rising its personal cocoa processing. For instance, in 2019, it elevated processing from 200,000 tonnes to 400,000 tonnes.\nAlthough analysts have welcomed the transfer, it largely stays on the stage of semi-finished merchandise. This implies the key share of worth in a chocolate bar continues to be generated overseas.\nSwitzerland is without doubt one of the leaders in cocoa processing and manufacturing of tertiary cocoa merchandise.\nFor years now, one in every of Switzerland’s largest chocolate producers, Halba, has been working a CHF3.5 million funded program often known as the Cocoa Sustainability Initiative which ensures sustainable and different livelihoods for cocoa farmers in Ghana.\nThe CEO of Switzerland’s largest chocolate producer, Halba, Andreas Hasler outlined the corporate’s future plans for cocoa farmers in Ghana.\n“We’re campaigning for smallholder farmers to earn a residing revenue in Ghana. We began the venture final October, and now we’ve paid the primary quantity of about US$84,000 as a further compensation for greater than 300 cocoa farmers. The growth continues, and 450 farmers can revenue from this added revenue.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.finegael.ie/latest-news/2012/griffin-welcomes-advance-/index.xml", "date": "2013-05-26T09:13:26Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706794379/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516121954-00051-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9696643948554993, "token_count": 364, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__82892092", "lang": "en", "text": "Fine Gael Kerry TD, Brendan Griffin, has today (Wednesday) welcomed confirmation from the Minister for Agriculture, Simon Coveney, that a 50% advance on Single Farm Payments is to be paid to farmers in October, in light of the impact of the recent inclement weather on farm incomes.\nDeputy Griffin raised the matter in a Parliamentary Question to the Minister.\n“The bad weather is not only ruining everyone’s summer, it’s having a serious impact on farming communities. Farmers are being forced to take their cattle indoors and buy feed, as the weather is severely hampering their ability to make silage. This has serious financial implications.\n“The Irish Farmers Association estimates that the poor weather could cost the agri-food sector up to €100 million this year, which is a severe blow to local rural economies. Farmers will also be concerned ahead of the grain harvest, which will be delayed due to the lack of sunlight and an abundance of rain.\n“Taking these impacts into consideration, I have asked Minister Coveney whether farm payments will be advanced this year to help farmers struggling with cash flow problems. The Minister has confirmed that it’s his intention to seek the approval of the EU Commissioner to allow the payment of a 50% advance of the Single Farm Payment.\n“This will come into effect from October 16th, which the Minister has said is the earliest payment date possible, as it is the first day of the new EU financial year. While it is unfortunate that the payments cannot be made even earlier, it will come as some relief to farmers than an advance is being made.\n“I will be urging the Minister to keep a close eye on the situation to ensure that farmers are fully supported during this difficult period.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://pastificiosandro.com.au/pages/our-producers", "date": "2024-02-22T05:22:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473690.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222030017-20240222060017-00065.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9313227534294128, "token_count": 168, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__138064861", "lang": "en", "text": "Provenance is important to us. We partner with the finest local producers and growers to ensure that only the freshest ingredients make their way to your table. Knowing the hands that grow the food makes all the difference.\nOver four generations of farming, Bellata Gold have been specialising in durum wheat grown and milled in the Bellata region. NSW.\nBellata Gold grains are sourced from the “Golden Durum Triangle” – a triangle bound by the towns of Goondiwindi, Mallaley and Tamworth in northern NSW, well known for its perfect conditions for growing exceptional durum wheat.\nThe family make a proud commitment to sustainable farming and employ practices of crop rotation. This ensures high-protein, high-gluten single origin grains – perfect for pasta making.\nShop Bellata Gold", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://peoplesawarenessnetwork.org/say-no-to-genetically-engineered-foods-and-crops/", "date": "2019-01-16T05:55:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583656897.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20190116052151-20190116074151-00137.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9548438191413879, "token_count": 813, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__200554470", "lang": "en", "text": "Where they are grown, genetically modified crops are linked to massive increases in herbicide use, the expansion of mono-cultural farming practices, and increased costs all along the food chain. The resulting social, environmental and economic impacts are severe, contributing to small farmers losing their land and livelihoods, and failing to alleviate poverty. That is why it is so important for all of us to get involved, raise awareness and take action to stop the spread of genetically modified crops. We need a future of food and farming that benefits people and planet, and not just the pockets of big business.\nMost GM crops fall in to one of two categories. They are either engineered to resist chemical herbicides, or they are engineered to produce insecticides in the plants themselves. Herbicide resistant crops increase the use of herbicides, increasing costs for farmers as well as creating environmental and health problems, affecting poorer communities who live near large GM farms in developing countries, as well as causing pollution. Insecticide crops are constantly producing toxins when they’re not even necessary, and can indiscriminately kill other insects beneficial for the environment.\nGM crops are patented, allowing research, breeding and ultimately the entire food chain of GM crops to be controlled by a few multinational companies such as Monsanto, Bayer, Syngenta, Pioneer and Dow. The GM market is driven by these companies’ desire to sell herbicides as well as seeds, in their aggressive pursuit of profit. Traditional crops and local varieties in combination with modern plant breeding are invariably cheaper and better suited to local conditions.\nThe cultivation and trade of GM crops adds costs not only for farmers but also for companies in the organic and conventional food and feed supply chain. The costs of keeping seeds, crop and foods separate from GM varieties to avoid contamination is borne by the non-GM producers. This is profoundly unfair — essentially placing the economic burden on the victim, not the polluter.\nGM crops do not tackle hunger or poverty\nContinued industry promises about the ability of GM crops to tackle the world’s growing social problems are pure myth: there is still not a single commercial GM crop with increased yield or salt-tolerance, enhanced nutrition or other ‘beneficial’ traits. GM crops are confined to a handful of countries with highly industrialised agricultural sectors where GM-cash-crops are grown to be sold on the world market for textiles, feed and fuel, and not to feed people.\nSo what can you do?\n- Spread the word. Tell people about what’s happening with GM and things they can do. Write about GM issues in your local newspaper, zene, blog, etc. Do you have your own website? Link to ours!\n- Boycott GM food. Don’t buy food or animal feed with a GM label. Protest and boycott retailers who sell it. Shop at independent whole food shops who are committed to only selling GM free food.\n- Call for accurate labelling. Accurate labelling of meat and dairy products that come from animals fed on GM feed is vital so that people have a choice. At the moment there is no way to tell whether food comes from animals fed on GM animal feed or not. Urge your government and elected representatives to act on clearer labelling of meat and dairy products from animals fed on GM.\n- Tell supermarkets to keep our food GM-free. There is currently a big push by the biotech industry to force GM foods onto supermarket shelves. Whether they succeed is largely in the hands of the supermarkets, which have most power over the European food supply. Until now the supermarkets, under pressure from consumers, have banned GM ingredients from their own-brand products but hardly any have so far banned the use of GM animal feed in their meat, dairy or egg production lines.You can find lots of useful info on writing to supermarkets including sample letters at GM Freeze. Friends of the Earth have also compiled a league table of supermarkets and their stance on GM animal feed, plus sample letters to supermarkets.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://dyvels.com/furniture-unique-pieces/unique-pieces/1940s-sugar-beet-bucket-detail", "date": "2020-05-26T13:42:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347390758.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20200526112939-20200526142939-00446.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9636743664741516, "token_count": 124, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__15127743", "lang": "en", "text": "1940s Sugar Beet Bucket\nAbsolutely loving these fabulous galvanised vintage metal buckets. They date back to the 1940s and are from a Sugar Beet factory, each farmer would have a sample of his Sugar beet put in a bucket with his name hidden under the spring-loaded flap and it would go off to be graded, he'd then be paid depending upon the quality and soil content. Read More\nDue to the fact that they have drainage holes in the bottom they make wonderful planters. Each Bucket is washed, cleaned and waxed, please note no two are the same which adds to their rustic charm.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hiha.info/what-are-butter-beans/", "date": "2022-10-06T02:00:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337680.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20221005234659-20221006024659-00308.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9556623101234436, "token_count": 947, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__286592660", "lang": "en", "text": "Butter beans, additionally called lima beans as well as sieva beans, are the seeds of the plant Phaseolus lunatus. They are offered fresh, icy, or dried out, and are sold in both younger and also mature kinds.\nWhat Are Butter Beans?\nButter beans are huge, creamy beans that are filling as well as nutritious. These legumes come from South America and also are made use of in a variety of meals. They’re readily available fresh during the late-summer growing season or as fresh-frozen or dried beans year-round.\nFresh young beans (occasionally called baby limas) have a slim skin bordering a light environment-friendly bean that can be eliminated after food preparation or left intact, depending upon the application. Mature, dried butter beans have a thicker, beige-colored skin that becomes tender when fully cooked.\nJust How to Use Butter Beans\nDried out butter beans are a trustworthy kitchen staple that can be used in soups, stews, braises, casseroles, dips, spreads, and also salads, just among others applications. They can additionally be prepared on their own and also served with a straightforward clothing of butter, salt, and a press of lemon juice.\nDried butter beans can be steamed and afterwards simmered on the stovetop or braised in the stove over a few hours. They can be soaked for numerous hrs or over night to shorten the cooking time. Butter beans are also an exceptional alternative for crock pot and pressure cooker recipes. Fresh or frozen butter beans can be prepared far more swiftly, commonly in around thirty minutes, as well as are best prepared on the stovetop.\nButter beans must not be eaten raw due to the fact that they include a substance called linamarin that breaks down right into poisonous cyanide when the bean is eaten or harmed. Wild butter beans have a greater focus of this compound, however beans grown in the U.S. are regulated to contain really reduced amounts. Boiling butter beans for 5 to 10 minutes lowers the amount of cyanide.1.\nWhat Do They Preference Like?\nButter beans have a smooth, luscious appearance and also moderate, buttery flavor. They hold sauces and take in the flavors they’re cooked with well. Fresh butter beans will have a slightly grassy, a lot more vegetal taste than cooked, dried beans.\nButter Beans Dishes.\n- Fresh Succotash With Okra, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, and also Corn.\n- Creamed Lima Beans.\n- Lima Bean Soup With Ham.\nWhere to Get Butter Beans.\nYou’ll find dried butter beans, usually labeled as lima beans, in the cupboard aisle of many grocery stores and grocery stores. They’re also available precooked in containers in the tinned items aisle. Baby or fully grown lima beans are additionally offered frozen in the fridge freezer aisle.\nFresh, never-frozen, butter beans are more challenging ahead by as well as are commonly just readily available in season, generally late summer to early fall in the United States. Look for them at farmers’ markets and farm stands during this moment of year. Fresh beans may be offered already shelled or still in their green, fuzzy pods, which must be eliminated as well as disposed of before food preparation.\nButter Beans vs. Lima Beans.\nWhile they’re just the same bean botanically, butter beans have various names relying on the region. In the South and in the United Kingdom, they’re normally described as butter beans. Elsewhere in the U.S., they’re referred to as lima beans (named for Lima, Peru, the bean’s factor of origin).\nShop dried butter beans in an airtight, food-safe container and also keep them in a great, dry area. Use them within one year of purchase. Past that point, completely dry beans lose dampness and may take longer to cook.\nIcy butter beans can be kept in their initial product packaging in the freezer for as much as nine months or vacuum-sealed in a deep fridge freezer for approximately 14 months. If you prepare to freeze your very own fresh lima beans, pale for 2 to 4 mins, depending on the dimension of the bean. Shock, pressure, and trendy before product packaging and also freezing.\nNutrition and Benefits.\nOne cup of completely dry beans includes 40 grams of carbs, 9 grams of dietary fiber, as well as 12 grams of healthy protein.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.friendsofwater.com/garden-sprinkler/", "date": "2024-04-13T19:14:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816832.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413180040-20240413210040-00361.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9324164986610413, "token_count": 764, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__25301566", "lang": "en", "text": "Since January 2006 Friendsofwater.com has been the supplier of the premier garden water sprinklers, the Noodlehead Sprinklers. The Noodlehead was our first product offered, and is still popular after all these years.\nNoodlehead Sprinklers hit every part of your garden, using just the right amount of water. You’ll save water while your plants get what they need.. If you have a property with annual, perennial, vegetable or herb gardens of any size or type, or if you have narrow, small or odd-shaped garden or lawn areas that you need to water, you will love these high quality, low cost garden sprinklers!\nGarden Sprinklers That Save Water\nThe great idea behind the Noodlehead Garden Sprinklers is a small head with 12 flexible tubes coming out of it – every tube with three water flows coming out the top, each angled just 5 degrees away from the others. Each of the tubes is flexible – but stays in the shape you bend it to. So you can send as much water to whatever spot you want. Want one plant to get a lot more water than its neighbors? Point more tubes at it. These sprinklers are small, light-weight, easy to use and put the water where you want it – in the amounts you want. This means you and your family save water.\nEvery Noodlehead comes with a spike you can use when you wish, to secure the garden sprinkler exactly where you want it. These garden sprinklers screw right onto your garden hose. The tubes can be angled to water at the roots, or you can point the spray more upward to water the leaves of others. In fact, you are able to do both from one garden sprinkler.\nGreat for Hard to Get or Odd Shaped Areas\nThe Noodlehead Sprinkler will adapt to any shape or pattern you want! Do you have a narrow stretch of garden or lawn that you’ve never been able to get the right sprinkler for? Don’t pay to put in six pop-up sprinkler heads. You can save a bundle by using one sprinkler instead!\nIf you have a spot where you want to set up a Noodlehead and leave it, it’s quick and easy to just screw it back on the hose when you are ready to water. You can do that without disturbing the tubes. (We find it easiest to lift the head and spin it onto the hose.) Of course if you’re using the heads on your underground system risers or a permanent hose, you don’t need to do anything.\nStop losing plants here and there because your sprinkler didn’t reach them!\nThe Noodlehead won the “Best New Product of the Year” at the International Hardware Show. Folks, that the hardware show – imagine the competition. There were 700 competing products!\nMoreover, the Noodlehead won “Best New Product of the Year” at the International Invention Convention. It was the best of 200 competing new inventions.\nThere are two stainless steel fine mesh filter washers on each sprinkler head – on for the garden hose thread and another in the bottom, for when you us and Extend-A-Riser. These mesh filters are washable. Together with the special nozzle design, these really do prevent clogging.\nThe Noodlehead Garden Sprinkler System is a great product, and it is priced very reasonably. You can try it for up to 30 days to be sure you agree. If you don’t you may return it for a full refund.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://durbini.wordpress.com/2017/03/16/on-the-farm-day-3/", "date": "2018-04-22T23:34:02Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945668.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20180422232447-20180423012447-00517.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9611948728561401, "token_count": 395, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__145342666", "lang": "en", "text": "This morning we drove to the Missouri Department of Conservation Tree Nursery in Licking, MO. We picked up our order of 100 red oaks, 100 white pines, and 100 holly and brought them back to the homestead.\nWhen we got back to the farm we began building our windbreak. We started by staking out mason’s twine to mark the path of the trees–starting at the northeastern corner of the homesite, heading due west toward Snake Creek, then bending south. We then placed three rows of stakes at predetermined intervals to show where each tree will be planted. The stakes will also anchor the rabbit wire collars we are making to protect the seedlings from rabbits and deer.\nOur reading indicated that the greatest hazard to our seedling trees was dehydration caused by bad planting technique–what the experts call “putting a five-dollar tree in a fifty-cent hole”. However, the second greatest threat is from rabbits and deer. The solution is something that prevents our trees from becoming a buffet line for fauna. Ironically, the commercially available solutions are plastic shields that cost about $2 to protect trees that cost 16-32 cents. So PaterFailias came up with a technique to bend 20″ of rabbit wire around a piece of 4″ PVC pipe to make shields for less than a dollar. We ended up having only enough time and materials to make about 150 shields, but every little bit helps.\nDigging holes for the trees in the rocky soil was dificult, but we were prepared for that. What we had not counted on–and were not prepared for–was getting enough water from one of our ponds to water 300 trees.\nSheWalksWithFlowers set up the water collection and transport process. It was a lot of hard work skimming water out of the pond and carrying it 150 yards to the nearest trees–and substantially farther for the rest.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hemptosavetheplanet.com/collections/remember-rise/products/verist-hemp-oil-organic-co2-extracted-natural-hemp-oil-dietary-supplement-to-help-ease-stress-support-sleep-full-body-wellness-measuring-dropper-included-30ml", "date": "2023-12-10T05:18:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679101195.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210025335-20231210055335-00624.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9331979751586914, "token_count": 789, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__60784641", "lang": "en", "text": "Verist Hemp Oil, Organic CO2 Extracted, Natural Hemp Oil 30ml\n0 in stock\nSingle-Origin Organic Hemp Oil: Because of its calming and relaxing effects, many use hemp oil to combat the stress of daily life and as a natural way to support restful, quality sleep. Others use it to ease aches, stiffness, discomfort, pain, and inflammation caused by exercise, injuries, or arthritis. It is truly amazing to see what this plant has the power to do.\nVersatile Drops: Our hemp oil is extremely versatile and can be taken orally as a supplement or added to food, smoothies, and drinks. Our premium vegan formula delivers fast maximum absorption for increased effect. Its potential health benefits make it an essential addition to any natural wellness routine.\nFarmed & Produced in America: We are proud that our hemp oil comes from plants we grow, harvest, and process on our fourth-generation family farm, located in the Minnesota River Valley. In our farming, we only have one rule: do it the right way, every time.\nSun-Grown & Nutrient Rich: Our hemp is fed only organic meal & compost teas. Beneficial insects, not chemicals, are used to protect plants, and complementary fungus aids root growth. We cultivate our non-GMO crops in a bio-diverse environment and let nature do its thing.\nCO2 Extraction: Not all hemp oil is created equal, and it isn’t just the fact that we use the highest quality hemp that sets ours apart. We use a special process called CO2 extraction to separate essential nutrients and compounds from the plant creating broad spectrum highly bioavailable hemp oil.\nThird-Party Lab Tested: Because we’re big on knowing what we put in our bodies, every single batch is third-party lab tested – so unlike other products you’ll find for sale, you can trust that it’s safe and you’re getting the same consistent quality and benefits in each bottle. Our product is guaranteed not to contain THC.\nWe’re big on knowing what we put into our bodies, and we’re guessing you are too. At Verist, we’re dedicated to truly organic practices. We cultivate our plants in an all-natural, bio-diverse environment, water them with rainfall or natural spring water and manage them with beneficial insects in lieu of chemicals or pesticides. We monitor for the optimal harvest period and hand-select flowers for the finest quality. After weeks of drying and curing to fully express the aromas and benefits of the plant, we carefully extract what we need and craft it into the Verist products we offer to you. As founders, we personally oversee the entire process, ensuring everything is crafted to the highest quality with microscopic attention to detail. The result is product quality head-and-shoulders above the rest. Verist products are single-origin, meaning they always come from hemp grown on our farm and are always processed to meet our high standards. Because of this, when you start using our products, you can feel confident you’ll get the same consistent benefits with every batch of product. Simply put, we grow and process hemp for you the way we’d want it done for ourselves. Here’s the lowdown on what you get with our Nonintoxicating Organic Hemp Oil: 1-oz bottle with measuring dropper. Suggested serving size: 1 dropper/1 ml once per day. Gently sweet taste with velvety smooth texture, free of chemicals and artificial ingredients. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a medical doctor before taking this if you are pregnant or nursing, have or suspect a medical condition or are taking any medications.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.stspl.com/iofisc/213da0-phytophthora-nicotianae-citrus", "date": "2021-05-09T14:29:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988986.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20210509122756-20210509152756-00216.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8927487134933472, "token_count": 7942, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__26878314", "lang": "en", "text": "149), citrus, papaya (see Fact Sheet no. Below-ground symptoms are the loss of feeder roots. Avoid wounding the base of the trunks of the trees. Z. Information from Hardy S, Barkley P, Creek A, Donovan N (2012) Impacts and management of flooding and waterlogging in citrus orchards. Survival of the water moulds occurs as thick-walled resting spores called \"chlamydospores\". Root stocks that have resistance to diseases include, trifoliate orange, sour orange, mandarin, and citrange hybrids. 17.2 .  Zoospores move toward nutrient gradients around root tips and host wounds. Hosts include tobacco, onion, tomato, ornamentals, cotton, pepper, and citrus plants. parasitica and Fusarium spp. Different stages of onion may be affected. Phytophthora gummosis and foot‐rot infections are typically initiated at the base of the trunk and there are few reports of Phytophthora spp.  Mefenoxam is twice as active as metalaxyl, but they both have the same mode of action. is reviewed, with reference to the damages caused by Phytophtora root rot, gummosis and brown rot of fruits. Susceptible cultivars in the right conditions can reach losses of 100 percent, because infected plants do not recover. To limit spread of structures limit traffic in infected fields and always clean after exposure. Phytophthora rot of lithospermum plant (Lithospermum erythrorhizon Sieb. Successful chemical control is difficult because we are limited to these two chemistries that are basically identical. , The action of P. nicotianae is amplified by the presence of root-knot nematodes, which through their own feeding habits, assist the pathogen in finding an entrance to the host. CHEMICAL CONTROLApart from the use of fungicides to treat trunk cankers (see under Cultural Control above), their use is not recommended except in commercial production. Roots may become necrotic in late disease. , Black Shank is a polycyclic soil borne disease, with the possibility of multiple disease cycles per growing season occurring from May to October. Initially, symptoms may be more obvious on one side of the tree, corresponding to the part of the root system with the most damage. Levels of calcium and magnesium in the soils can affect disease progress. Citrus root and collar rot diseases are common in wet areas (Photo 1). In Fiji, the order of resistance to collar rot is trifoliate orange, sour orange, mandarin, sweet orange, grapefruit, bush lemon, lime, and Lisbon lemon. Phytophthora root rot. The Phytophthora species involved are not fungi, although they have many fungal characteristics; they are water moulds or oomycetes, related to algae. As the disease progresses the … Citrus root and collar rot, Phytophthora foot and root rot (Phytophthora nicotianae), and brown rot of citrus fruit (Phytophthora citrophthora). A study by A. S. Csinos and P. F. Bertrand found out at a rate of 3.36 kg/ha would not inhibit many of the common races used in their study. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils, or dig drains or trenches to carry the water as quickly as possible away from the trees. In general, Phytophthora citrophthora causes root and collar rots in cooler areas. At … 2.2.3 Phytophthora life cycle, biology and mode of infection 24 2.2.4 Phytophthora nicotianae root rot in citrus 28 2.2.5 Management of Phytophthora root rot diseases in Citrus production 30 2.3 Metabolomics for Plant Protection 31 2.4 Conclusion 39 2.5 References 40 CHAPTER 3 50 is recommended. Equipment should be cleaned after use in infested fields so the disease does not spread into uninfested fields. Initially, tips of newly infected plants start to yellow and dry followed by softening of the \"neck\" of the plants that eventually fall over. In 1896, Black Shank was first described in Indonesia by Van Breda de Haan. Stored fruit may show a white cottony growth of the water mould, especially if kept at high humidity. In tobacco Black Shank affects the roots and basal stem area, but all parts of the plant can become infected. Citrus Phytophthora Info. With out this penetration device the pathogen would not be able to infect the plant. Chemical control is most successful if used with resistant varieties. Which to use, however, depends on other diseases present, those caused by viruses and nematodes, especially. CSIRO Publishing. Phytophthora nicotianae or black shank is an oomycete belonging to the order Peronosprales and family Peronosporaceae. Phytopthora citrophthora is reported from Australia, and Fiji. Spread of citrus water moulds occurs when sporangia, zoospores, or chlamydospores, reach stems and trunks at soil level providing water is in contact with bark for at least 5 hours.  Hosts include tobacco, onion, tomato, ornamentals, cotton, pepper, and citrus plants. Onion shows a leaf and stem infection. Binnen enkele dagen kan deze gevaarlijke schimmelziekte zich in een aardappelveld fors uitbreiden. , Breda de Haan, J. van. NSW Government Department of Primary Industries; and from CABI (2015) Phytophthora nicotianae (black shank) and Phytophthora citrophthora (brown rot of citrus fruit) Crop Protection Compendium (www.cabi.org/cpc). It is also also reported from Samoa, and Tonga on other hosts (see Fact sheet nos. Worldwide; two species are commonly found causing root and collar rots on citrus: Phytophthora nicotianae, and Phytophthora citrophthora. If infections are found, remove the affected bark and apply a fungal paste of, e.g., metalaxyl, phosphorus acid, or a copper fungicide. Tolerance to Phy… Remove soil (brought by ants) trapped behind tree guards on young trees, if these are being used. Also, there is much morphological variation in colony type with different isolates of P. nicotianae and the growth may differ when grown on different media.  Infection can proceed rapidly once the pathogen has made an entrance into the plant. Phytophthora spp. (Always refer to the product label for the correct method of application, timing, and also ways to avoid possible leaf burn.). Typically hyphae can be seen in the pith and cause blackening and necrosis. Regardless of the great importance of P. nicotianae for rootstocks, some mechanisms of resistance or susceptibility still require further scientific investigation. The focus of this thesis is on the application of plant metabolomics methodologies to study citrus rootstock tolerance towards the root rot pathogen Phytophthora nicotianae. Splashing water from rain or irrigation can infect healthy plant leaves leading to more repeating secondary cycles. Zoospores interact with the host by sensing and moving toward the nutrient gradients near the root tip and wounds of the plant. Some aspects of the biology and ecology of P. citrophthora and P. nicotianae are revised, like the inoculum dissemination, the fungus reproduction and epidemiology. Onion shows a leaf and stem infection. Above-ground symptoms are a loss of vigour and spindly growth. Often gum oozes from the wounds which can extend up to 50 cm above soil level and down to the roots. As this happens, tobacco leaves turn brown and become not marketable. De bibitziekte in de Deli-tabak veroorzaakt door Phytophthora nicotianae. In groves with a previous history of foot rot, consider use of Swingle citrumelo or other tolerant rootstocks (see Florida Citrus Rootstock Selection Guide) for replanting. Frequently inspect trees, especially during the first 2 years after planting, and after flooding. Phytophthora palmivora prefers moist dense soils and can cause severe brown rot infections because the inoculum can climb the tree from fruit to fruit. Soils that are not saturated will lead to little to no disease development, so water management is important. Feeder root rot of citrus causes a slow decline of the tree. There are also differences in appearance in culture, morphology and DNA tests. Another symptom is disk-like appearance of the pith, although this is not a definitive symptom as it may also be the result of lightning strikes. Citrus root and collar rots are serious diseases, and occur in all citrus growing areas in the humid tropics. The spots appear water-soaked, meaning they look wet, dark, usually sunken and greasy. Root rot symptoms are observed on tobacco, poinsettia, tomato, pineapple, watermelon, and as well as African violet. Pirie Printers Pty Limited, Canberra, Australia. Below-ground symptoms are the loss of feeder roots. 149 & 154). Roots will be blackened and decayed. Phytophthora is een ziekte die planten binnen enkele dagen kan verwoesten. Phytophthora citrophthora is most damaging when citrus roots are inactive and their resistance to infection is low. Fig. De ziekte wordt vooral actief wanneer het nat weer is. Fallen fruit also become infected. There are important structures this pathogen uses in its disease cycle. The most widespread is Phytophthora nicotianae (also known as Phytophthora parasitica), which can cause severe It is important to ask local government experts for advice on the varieties to use. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Checklist dataset, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Phytophthora_nicotianae&oldid=999399666, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 10 January 2021, at 00:04. Currently, little is known about the host pathogen interaction between Phytophthora spp. Zoospores are kidney shaped with an anterior tinsel flagellum and a posterior whip like flagellum that helps to navigate toward root tips were infection occurs. Fawcett (1936) described damage caused by Phytophthora spp. The complex of citrus diseases caused by Phytophthora spp.  Damping off symptoms can be observed in young seedlings.  Zoospores, chlamydospores, and sporangia produce a germ tube that directly penetrates the epidermis of the plant. Finding new lines of resistance is becoming increasingly important due to new discovered resistant races of the pathogen. Citrus root weevils sometimes attack feeder roots and encourage the progression of decline. Trunk - infection of the trunk by Phytophthora results in dark water soaked areas in the area of active infection. Phytophthora nicotianae Breda de Haan (syn. Een probleem van alle aardappeltelers. 1896. Many fields only contain one mating type, so the zoospores rarely germinate and rarely cause epidemics. Phytophthora foot rot of sweet orange showing bark necrosis, slight gumming, and callusing (Florida). During favorable conditions, new generations of spores can be produced every 72 hours, so if this disease is not managed well it can be very destructive. pH management can be difficult because tobacco cannot survive in very low pH soils. , Phytophthora nicotianae has a wide host range, affecting agriculture rich areas all over the world. Another asexual structure and secondary inoculum, appearing ovoid, pear, or spherical in shape are called sporangium. Generally, Phytophthora nicotianae only causes brown rot on fruit within 3 feet of the ground. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was used for the specific detection of Phytophthora nicotianae and P. citrophthora in citrus roots and soils.  On onion it causes the disease known as Phytophthora neck and bulb rot. Bovendien kunnen de sporen via de grond de knollen aantasten. et Zucc.) Fungi in the genus Phytophthora are destructive phytopathogens, and caused the well-known Irish potato famine in 1840s. hypovirulent isolate of phytophthora nicotianae on citrus by glenn curtis colburn a dissertation presented to the graduate school of the university of florida in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of doctor of philosophy university of florida 2004 . Lesions usually occur on the bark or at the bud union. Infection leads to systemic rotting of the root system and wilting and chlorosis in the leaves. This disease is relatively common in citrus groves in the Salt River Valley and Yuma areas. Black Shank needs water for germination and movement because zoospores swim through soil pores and standing water. This can lead to severe yield losses as all the fruit on the tree are at risk. Crop rotation is recommended in combination with resistant varieties as genetic controls. Swingle citrumelo, a hybrid between a grapefruit and a trifoliate orange is resistant to severe citrus tristeza, Phytophthora root rot, and has tolerance to waterlogging. CULTURAL CONTROLCultural practices are important in the management of citrus root and collar rots. Prune low hanging branches to at least 1 m above soil level. Phytophthora nicotianae in citrus nurseries in Egypt Ten samples per each rootstock of 200 mL soil and associated feeder roots were collected monthly at a depth of 5‒10 cm from 2 L pots using soil probes, and each sample was obtained by mixing three sub … Citrus root weevils sometimes attack feeder roots and encourage the progression of decline. RESISTANT VARIETIESThe choice of root stock varieties is very important in the management of citrus root and collar rot diseases. Sweet orange tree more than half girdled by a Phytophthora lesion at the base of the tree (Florida). Notice the position of P. nicotianae selected specimen1 CPHST BL 44 = P7661 (WPC) (MG865550). Z. Zoospores are attracted to roots by the chemicals that they produce. Phytophthora parasitica is active during warm weather when roots are … This pathogen can cause root rot, crown rot, fruit rot, leaf infection, and stem infection. Two species of phytophthora commonly affect Florida citrus. Phytophthora root rot. Disease is favored by pH values greater than 6.2, so lowering the pH is an effective method for preventing germination. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was used for the specific detection of Phytophthora nicotianae and P. citrophthora in citrus roots and soils. Phytophthora root rot in citrus is caused by the pathogenic fungi P. citrophthora and/or P. nicotianae. Apply copper fungicides to the base of the trunk to prevent collar rots. Both are primarily soilborne but differ in how they spread as brown rot. A minimum three-year rotation is recommended. The cultural control, Crop rotation, is very effective at limiting disease. Lesions may exude copious amount of gum and a brown necrotic area will be found under the bark lesions. Phytophthora spp. , This pathogen causes secondary cycles of disease by mode of zoospores. Citrus requires good drainage! Once the root surface is contacted, zoospores encyst and a germ tube will emerge penetrating the epidermis. Leaf - yellow foliage and shoot die-back. Fruit rots occur on tomato, papaya, and eggplant. 149), and these are capable of swimming short distances before germinating and infecting. Loss of … It also depends on the likelihood of the trees suffering from waterlogging, even if it only occurs occasionally. Photo 2 Diseases of fruit crops in Australia (2009). infect fruit causing brown rot that leads to fruit drop in the groves and postharvest decay. and citrus roots versus leaves. A variable lifestyle favouring pathogenicity Phytophthora nicotianae, generally considered as a root pathogen, possesses a wide host range of herba-ceous and woody plants, and causes crown rots, and Infected leaves may show grey lesions. South Pacific Commission.  This pathogen thrives in warm climates, so it is destructive on crops grown in these areas. In the United States this is a major pathogen of ornamentals, tobacco, and tomato. Phytophthora insolita is known to be associated with citrus and reported for the rst time in India. This pathogen can cause root rot, crown rot, fruit rot, leaf infection, and stem infection. Produced with support from the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research under project PC/2010/090: Strengthening integrated crop management research in the Pacific Islands in support of sustainable intensification of high-value crop production, implemented by the University of Queensland and the Secretariat of the Pacific Community. , Several kinds of management exist for the prevention and suppression of disease. in the nursery, and inspection for fibrous root rot in the nursery or grove before planting is advised. Phytophthora foot rot or gummosis of citrus in Arizona is caused by two fungus-like soil microorganisms, Phytophthora nicotianae (syn. In citrus, all species of Phytophthora are responsible for diseases gummosis and fibrous root rot, especially.  Less than one propagule per gram of soil can lead to an epidemic. The most important species include P. nicotianae and P. citrophthora. Disease is prominent in many agricultural productive regions and therefore is a major host to many warm environment crops. Citrus root and collar rot (Phytophthora nicotianae) occurs on bele (see Fact Sheet no. 11:19-30 … The hyphae are heterothallic and require two mating types to produce oospores, the sexual survival structure. … The first sign of the diseases are spots on the trunk usually at the graft between the scion and rootstock or at soil level. Journal of Phytopathology, 122(3):208-221 It causes root, fruit and crown rot, blight and cancer diseases on various crops like tobacco (black shank), green pepper, tomato or citrus. Planting stock should be free from Phytophthora spp. Remove any trees with trunk infections that have led to their death. P. nicotianae is the kind that affects citrus plants in Brazil. Passion fruit dieback disease Phytophthora nicotianae var. … The oomycete is an important soil-borne pathogen with a worldwide distribution. Root rots occur if soil moisture is high; in such situation the fibrous (fine) roots can be destroyed in a few days; the outer tissues become soft and are easily stripped leaving only the white inner more resistant part, called the \"stele\". This fact sheet is a part of the app Pacific Pests and Pathogens. Notice the position of P. nicotianae selected specimen1 CPHST BL 44 = P7661 (WPC) (MG865550). Fruit rots occur on tomato, papaya, and eggplant. P. parasitica Dastur.) Metalaxyl or mefenoxam are chemistries used to control Phytophthora nicotianae. The pathogen interferes with transport by infecting the roots. Ridomil Gold is an example a systemic pesticide with a Metalaxyl chemistry. Bud high on root stocks (>30-45 cm) to avoid spores being splashed by rain onto susceptible parts of the stem or trunk. decay of fibrous roots. In final stages of the disease the stem begins to turn black, hence the name Black Shank. Phytophthora nicotianae is reported on citrus from Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, New Caledonia, Niue, Papua New Guinea, and Wallis & Futuna. Apply foliar sprays of phosphorous acid, after times of flowering and the main leaf flushes. Upon death of the host, the decomposing infected tissues will release the pathogen back into the soil, in the form of chlamydospores and zoospores.  Chlamydospores are the primary survival structure, the primary inoculum, and are usually produced in abundance. P. parasitica) and P. citrophthora. Behaviour of Phytophthora citrophthora and P. nicotianae var. When conditions are right (temperatures of 32-36oC, and chemical stimulants from the roots), the chlamydospores germinate and produce spores called \"sporangia\". Citrus trees with feeder root rot may also display damage on the trunk. If uncertain, testing of nursery stock for Phytophthora spp. Look for dieback symptoms, often on one side of the tree, and inspect the trunk at soil level. Citrus growers need every available tool to fight disease, reduce tree stress and keep groves healthy against Phytophthora root rot. Root rot symptoms are observed on tobacco, poinsettia, tomato, pineapple, watermelon, and as well as African violet. Overall, from their study they observed that Black Shank severity was increasing in Georgia due to Metalaxyl sensitivity and resistant races of Black Shank. in Clade 1: portion of the ITS rDNA neighbor-joining phylogenetic tree (1000 bs) of 161 species [139 ex-types (ET) and 22 well-authenticated specimens (SE)]. In tobacco Black Shank affects the roots and basa… Android Edition Without this means of sensing entry points there would be no secondary cycles of disease. Phytophthora nicotianae Breda de Haan 1896 - (black shank of tobacco) . The longer an infected field is planted in a crop other than the initial infected crop, the lower the population will become. Biochemical mechanisms for tolerance of citrus rootstocks against Phytophthora nicotianae by ANDRIES FOURIE Submitted to the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (Department of Microbiology and Plant Pathology) UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA In partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of … Phytophthora nicotianae Infection of Citrus Leaves and Host Defense Activation Compared to Root Infection | Read by QxMD. Field locations not previously planted with citrus are probably free of citrus-specific P. nicotianae. Chlamydospores are produced asexually and serve as long lived resting structures, surviving from four to six years. They have motile spores and this sets them apart from fungi. caused by Phytophthora nicotianae var. A culture of the oomycete is required for identification; this can be obtained from the margin of trunk lesions or from the lesions on fruits. According to the University of Florida Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), Phytophthora root rot is one of the most important diseases threatening citrus yield. DISEASE SYMPTOMS Damping-off Damping-off can affect newly germinated seedlings of … Low-lying areas of the soil that remain wet for prolonged periods of time will have more disease. parasitica. A resting spore, the chlamydospores are capable of surviving in the soil for years, but it has been noted that cold winters cause an inhibitory effect on the survival rate. Burley Tobacco, Burley Tobacco hybrids, and Dark Tobacco are varieties of tobacco that are resistant to Black Shank. They are also splashed in rain drops from the soil to the lower fruit. To disrupt chlamydospore germination crops should be grown in drained disease free soil. Citrus trees with feeder root rot may also display damage on the trunk. 152), passionfruit (see Fact Sheet no.154), pineapple, tobacco, tomato (see Fact Sheet no. , This pathogen thrives in temperatures ranging from 84–90 °F (29–32 °C). Mededeelingen uit 's Lands Plantentuin Batavia. Worldwide. Initially, the tolerance of 16 citrus rootstocks towards the pathogen was assessed in greenhouse experiments.  These spores germinate in warm and moist soil to produce a germ tube that infects plants or produces a sporangium. This pathogen synergy with root-knot nematodes has the ability to overcome much of the resistance of cultivars especially bred for P. nicotianae resistance. The first above ground symptom that will be observed is the wilting of plants, which leads to stunting. 149 & 154). Fruit may also become infected by spores splashing from the soil, developing a firm, leathery, brown rot with a strong smell of fermentation. 15: 57 (1896), Phytophthora nicotianae Breda de Haan stdterms.in GBIF Secretariat (2017). Phytophthora nicotianae is reported on citrus from Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, New Caledonia, Niue, Papua New Guinea, and Wallis & Futuna. In North Carolina black shank can be found in every county that grows flue-cured tobacco and currently causes statewide losses of 1 to 2.5 percent per year. A factor known as hormone α1 is secreted by the A1 mating type of Phytophthora nicotianae, and induces the formation of sexual spores in the A2 mating type. Once established, further reproduction of both chlamydospores and sporangia will occur within host tissues, amplifying the spread of disease within the host plant and spreading out into nearby plants. The bark dies, dries and falls away, showing brown stained rots with cracks beneath. Dead bark tends to break away from the trunk in vertical strips.  Disease was observed near Georgia in 1915 and reached major tobacco growing areas of Kentucky and North Carolina in the 1930s and 1940s. Editors, Tony Cooke, Denis Persley, Susan House. It is a rare and poorly Trunk branch canker on lemon showing gummosis and bark death caused by Phytophthora nicotianae (Argentina). Spread over longer distances is by the movement of water on the surface or within soil; it also occurs in soil on machinery and footwear, and also by the movement of contaminated nursery plants. Phytophthora root rot in citrus is caused by the pathogenic fungi P. citrophthora and/or P. nicotianae. Photo 1. 157) and many other hosts. Splashing water from rain or irrigation can infect healthy plant leaves leading to more repeating secondary cycles. 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{"url": "http://discoverfairfaxva.com/seasonal/picking-apples-in-northern-virginia/", "date": "2018-01-20T13:04:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084889617.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20180120122736-20180120142736-00712.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8799183964729309, "token_count": 465, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__263688328", "lang": "en", "text": "Acorns, crickets and apple picking season are a few signs that summer is nearing an end and fall is just around the corner! Much like the taste of biting into a Red Delicious, the arrival of apple season in Northern Virginia can be bitter sweet. As it marks the beginning of a fresh, new season that includes tons of fun fall activities, there is also a bit of sadness knowing that we will soon be saying good-bye to summer. But cheer up! Our list of orchards, just a short drive from Fairfax County, will get you geared up for a fall (or end of summer) road trip to some great orchards and farms where you can enjoy the thrill of picking your own apples fresh off the trees. Apple picking is a fun, family-friendly activity and a great way to welcome a brand new season here in Virginia!\nPlease visit the websites or social media pages of the orchards listed here for all the details about their apple harvest and hours of operation. Apple season usually begins in mid to late August and runs through October, but can vary due to weather conditions and other factors. It’s a good idea to call before making the drive to the country.\nHollin Farms, 1436 Snowden Road, Delaplane, VA 20144 Phone: 540-592-3574\nHartland Orchard, 3064 Hartland Lane, Markham, VA 22643 Phone: 540-364-2316\nMackintosh Fruit Farm, 1608 Russel Road, Berryville, VA 22611 Phone: 540-955-6225\nStribling Orchard, 11587 Poverty Hollow Lane, Markham, VA 22643 Phone: 540-364-3040\nMarker-Miller Orchards Farm Market, 3035 Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester, VA 22602 Phone: 540-662-1391\nRinker Orchards, 1156 Marlboro Road, Stephens City, VA 22655 Phone: 540-869-1499\nCrooked Run Orchard, 37883 W Main Street, Purcellville, VA 20132 Phone: 540-338-6642\nGreat Country Farms, 18780 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont, VA 20135 Phone: 540-554-2073", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.aquashardblog.co.uk/spotlight-on-isle-of-wight-tomatoes-aqua-shard/", "date": "2023-12-05T07:39:09Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100550.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205073336-20231205103336-00170.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9592108130455017, "token_count": 332, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__93454315", "lang": "en", "text": "Spotlight on: Isle of Wight Tomatoes for British Tomato Week\nPosted on May 11, 2017 by admin\nAhead of British Tomato Week, Executive Chef Dale Osborne along with kitchen team member Tom Ashmore headed south to the sunny Isle of Wight to meet with local British growers at The Tomato Stall. Dale and Tom were given a tour of one of their greenhouses and learned more about the great flavoured fruit that accompanies many of our dishes at aqua shard.\nProducing more than eight million kilos of tomatoes a year, the growers at The Tomato Stall nurture up to 200 different varieties of tomatoes each year. All of their tomatoes are left to ripen on the vine and are handpicked at their peak of flavour; two to three days later, they end up on your plate and result in a taste that’s bursting with freshness and flavour.\nThe Tomato Stall have built an optimum growing environment that is completely biodegradable and have Conservation Grade status. This means that they are ethical, sustainable and Fair to Nature.\nWhilst their site is not open to the public, you can pop by their stall in London’s Borough Market every Friday and Saturday to pick up some of their fresh tomatoes.\nThis summer, Dale is showcasing the fresh and naturally sweet Isle of Wight tomatoes in a Roasted seabass dish. He’s incorporated Cornish seaweed to the dish bringing a natural flavouring of salt to the Roasted seabass available on our lunch and dinner menu.\nTo reserve a table at aqua shard and try this dish, make your booking here.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://bugsforbugs.com.au/product/optiroll-super-blue/", "date": "2024-04-14T14:53:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414130604-20240414160604-00894.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.905954897403717, "token_count": 270, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__171209841", "lang": "en", "text": "- A 15 cm x 100 m roll of blue sticky tape\n- A physical barrier and mass-trapping device specifically designed to optimise capture of thrips\nBenefits of Optiroll Super Blue\n- The specific wavelength and patented design is highly attractive to thrips\n- Ideal for mass-trapping in large areas\n- The long-lasting glue is non-toxic, water-repellent and does not dry out in hot conditions\n- The rolls maintain their strength and colour for several months\nHow does it work?\n- Thrips are naturally attracted to the blue colour and distinctive pattern and they stick to the tape\n- Hang along crop rows to mass-trap thrips\n- Encircle the perimeter of the growing area to capture thrips before they enter the crop\n- For easy installation we recommend our Sticky Roll Holder products (Wire Clips or Suspension Frames)\nA wide range of protected crops, including\n- View the product Safety Data Sheet\n- Click here to learn about trial work that has been done around the world to prove the effectiveness of this product.\n*Please note that our sticky traps are currently unable to be used in Victoria.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cbgg.hapres.com/SpecialIssuesPGTSCC.aspx", "date": "2024-04-13T05:30:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816586.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413051941-20240413081941-00367.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.858924925327301, "token_count": 687, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__127144864", "lang": "en", "text": "The special issue of the journal \"Crop Breeding, Genetics and Genomics\" is dedicated to the perspectives of growing Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus L.) in changing climatic conditions. The articles in this issue analyze the adaptability of this plant to various climatic conditions and discuss potential breeding and genetic strategies aimed at adapting it to climate change. The themes of the articles focus on identifying phenotypic and genetic traits influencing the adaptability of Jerusalem artichoke to different climatic conditions, including tolerance to drought, temperature, and soil pollution. Subsequently, breeding strategies will be presented to improve the adaptability of Jerusalem artichoke to changing climatic conditions, including modern methods of genetic selection and genetic engineering techniques. The special issue will also include an analysis of the economic aspects of growing Jerusalem artichoke in the context of climate change, evaluating commercial and market perspectives and proposing adaptive strategies for producers.\nIn summary, this issue provides a comprehensive analysis of the perspectives of growing Jerusalem artichoke in the face of climate change, presenting both challenges and opportunities for breeders and researchers.\nProf. Dr. Barbara Sawicka\nClimate change adaptation\nEconomic analysis Commercial perspectives\nSubmission Deadline: 30 March 2025\nManuscripts should be submitted online through Hapres Online Submission System. Please visit Guide for Authors before submitting a manuscript. Authors are encouraged to submit a paper as soon as it is ready and don’t need to wait until the deadline. Submissions will be sent to peer-review in order of arrival. Accepted papers will be published continuously in Crop Breeding, Genetics and Genomics (CBGG) and then gathered together on the special issue webpage. If interested to contribute, please submit a 200–300 words pitch to the Editorial Office indicating a tentative title, authors, and key points of the study for pre-approval.\nVirtual Special Issue (VSI) is a collection of papers centered around a specific topic, led by an expert (Guest Editor) in the field. Virtual Special Issues are an important component of our journal and cover current hot topics within the scope of the journal.\nAll papers belonging to a Virtual Special Issue will be gathered together on a single webpage. They are published in the regular issues of the journal as soon as publishable, and labeled as belonging to the Virtual Special Issue. A link from each paper will take you to the Virtual Special Issue website.\nSubmissions to Virtual Special Issues will undergo the same rigorous peer-review process as regular papers submitted to the journal.\nUniversity of Life Sciences, Akademicka 13, 20-950 Lublin, Poland\nUniversity of Life Sciences, Akademicka 15, 20-950 Lublin, Poland\nDepartment of Potato Agronomy, Plant Breeding and Acclimatization Institute-National Research Institute, Jadwisin Research Center, Poland\nExperimental Station for Cultivar Assessment of Central Crop Research Centre, 21-211 Uhnin, Poland", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rohlig.com/offices/asia-pacific/australia/2019-2020-seasonal-measures-for-brown-marmorated-stink-bug-bmsb", "date": "2020-03-29T20:19:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370496227.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20200329201741-20200329231741-00300.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9279412031173706, "token_count": 107, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-16", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__38410176", "lang": "en", "text": "The Department of Agriculture (DofA) has finalised the seasonal measures for the 2019-2020 high risk season.\nMeasures are effective for ALL Sea freight shipments exported on or after the 1st of September 2019 and that arrive in Australian territory by 31 May 2020 (inclusive).\nFor detailed information please download the Rohlig BMSB Seasonal Measures Flyer click here.\nPlease contact your Rohlig customer service representative for the most updated information.\nDetailed information released by the Department of Agriculture can be found here.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ikeuchi.org/organic/en/report/", "date": "2022-12-07T20:04:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711218.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20221207185519-20221207215519-00535.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9420037269592285, "token_count": 781, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__20352107", "lang": "en", "text": "Regular cotton is grown using more agricultural chemicals that any other crop in the world. For years the global demand for cotton was met through this method; however since the 1970s evidence of the adverse impact these chemicals have on workers and the surrounding environment began to emerge. Meanwhile, with the advance in technology to manipulate genes, the use of genetically engineered seeds has seen a sharp growth worldwide as a means of producing big yields of high quality cotton. In India, a major cotton producer, genetically engineered cotton now accounts for more than 90% of the total. However genetic engineering technology cannot be accepted in the organic world. In order to sustain organic cotton, the procurement of non-GE seeds has emerged as a pressing issue.\nGlobal cotton production for 2011-2012 totaled around 27 million tons. Of that, production of organic cotton was a mere 138 thousand tons, not even 1% of the total. Organic cotton is produced in 18 countries including India, Turkey, China, Tanzania and America. Following is a summary of the state of production during this season.\nRecord droughts in Texas caused the national organic cotton yield to drop 45% from the previous year.\nOrganic cotton production is expanding rapidly in Africa. Blessed with plentiful rainfall, Tanzania saw a 153% growth in production from the previous year.\nIncrease in crop land lead to a 64% increase in production for Turkey.\nWhile small in scale, production in Nicaragua increased 190%.\nIndia saw a large drop in production last year due to an increase in genetically modified seeds, however still remains the world leader in organic cotton production at 74% of the global yield.\nSyria has been the second largest producer after India, however political turmoil and ensuing conflict has made production and inspection work impossible, leaving no data for this season.\n(Source：Textile Exchange Farm & Fiber Report 2011-2013)\nWith the release of the annual report, it is apparent how strongly organic cotton production is influenced by weather conditions and political situations. The towels we make at IKEUCHI ORGANIC are directly linked to this ever changing world. Organic cotton reflects the emotions of people in the surrounding world. We take that organic cotton and constantly endeavor to simply make towels with it. At the rapidly changing forefront of organic cotton, we continue to produce premium towels.\nGenetically modified seeds may not be used in organic farming. However there has recently been a rapid global increase in use of genetically modified seeds for many major crops including cotton. To continue growing organic cotton under these circumstances, bioRe India is working with a local agricultural university and Swiss Research Institute for Organic Agriculture (FiBL) to grow native varieties of cotton that are suited to local conditions and maintain seed stock. They also implement a strict management system to ensure that genetically modified seeds do not mix with non-genetically modified seeds.\nThe only way to purchase organic cotton seeds is directly from breeders who can ensure they are not genetically modified. Field tests to check for genetically modified cotton involve compressing cotton leaves and stems, mixing the extracted liquid with a test agent and watching for a reaction on a test strip. These tests are conducted regularly by bioRe staff and if results show the presence of genetically modified seed, the cotton from that field must be sold as regular and not organic cotton even if agricultural chemicals and chemical fertilizers have not been used.\nThe bioRe project maintains transparent traceability through the whole manufacturing process ensuring genetically modified seeds are not used for growing organic cotton. After eliminating the possibility of genetically engineered seeds, farmers grow the cotton each year and harvest cotton as well as seeds for the next season’s crop. This natural process is repeated every season in the fields, spinning together an organic future.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.agripartner.nl/en/nieuws/progeny/", "date": "2023-09-27T06:06:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510259.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927035329-20230927065329-00734.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9177172780036926, "token_count": 602, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__56634791", "lang": "en", "text": "6 maart 2023\nWhy Progeny Breeding has chosen E-Brida\nColombia is the second largest chrysanthemum exporting country, with over 160 million euros of export value. Progeny Breeding is one of the leading companies in Chrysanthemum breeding. Recently the company chose to work with Agri Information Partners’ software solution, E-Brida. We are curious about the first experiences Esteban Falconi Ph.D. Research Director of Progeny Breeding, wants to share.\nWhere are your breeding sites for those who do not know the geophysics of Columbia?\nProgeny Breeding has developed two breeding sites to breed varieties suited for Bogota Savannah and lower altitudes close to Medellin. The evaluation area is in “La Ceja,” the most significant production area in the country. Progeny Breeding’s varieties are known to have the best characteristics for the American, European, and Asian markets.\nWhat is essential in your breeding operations?\nAs a plant breeding company, we permanently generate much information and we need to keep, in a very well-organized way, all the data collected in evaluations, trials, experiments, etc. It allows us to take advantage of these data with calculations and analyses that we need to perform all the time.\nWhat made you decide to work with E-Brida?\nThe growth of the Company has driven us to make this wise decision. We must deal with bigger and bigger databases, and we realized that E-Brida could be the tool that we need to organize all this data and make it available to access and analyze it.\nYou are a new user of E-Brida. Can you describe the impact noticeable on your breeding operations? What is the most significant change you reckon?\nBecause E-Brida has developed an integrated system to collect the data directly from the field (using a simple device/cellphone), all these data are stored on our server. Even our images get stored in E-Brida . You can imagine that our amount of data is incredibly high. The significant advantage of using E-Brida is that every single data is associated with every Pedigree Item. Hence, data analyses and results come faster and are structured.\nWhat is your idea of using the other software solution Mercado\nAt the moment we are not using Mercado because we focus on E-Brida.\nWhat do you think of the cooperation of Agri Information Partners?\nWe received the appropriate training and a permanent accompaniment. So far, we have gotten timely attention and response. We are totally satisfied. Thank you, Esteban for your cooperation and openness! We think it’s a pleasure working with Progeny Breeding and certainly support your quote “Let’s watch the flowers grow!”. Good luck in the future!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://canadiancentreinvestigates.org/little-noticed-heroin-revival-hits-close-to-home/4/", "date": "2013-05-19T00:32:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368696383077/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516092623-00089-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9358924031257629, "token_count": 361, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__56028000", "lang": "en", "text": "Become a member and receive a signed copy of a CCIR advisor's book.\nCanada’s largest development project in Afghanistan may actually be fuelling the opium boom. Ottawa calls it Canada’s “signature project” in the country: a $50-million scheme to rebuild the country’s second-largest dam, the Dahla Dam, and a long-neglected network of irrigation canals in Afghanistan’s main breadbasket region.\nThis region of fertile farmland also happens to be Kandahar’s main opium-growing belt, according to the UN’s 2010 Afghan Opium Survey.\nOne of the districts that have benefited from the Canadian irrigation scheme is Zhari, just west of Kandahar City. Since 2008, when the Canadian project began, Zhari has emerged as one of Afghanistan’s key opium-growing areas. Opium cultivation there shot up by 70 percent from 2,923 hectares in 2008 to 4,978 in 2010, according to the UN survey.\nThe Dahla Dam itself is located in a district called Shah Wali Kot, just northeast of Kandahar City. Opium cultivation there has risen 45 percent since the Canadian project started, from 560 hectares in 2008 to 813 hectares last year.\nIn Kandahar province as a whole, opium production remained flat from 2005 to 2008, averaging about 14,000 hectares. Then it suddenly shot up to 20,000 hectares in 2009 and almost 26,000 last year.\nFindings from the UN’s Office on Drugs and Crime show that opium growers are benefiting from the rebuilt irrigation canals and ditches. Its 2007 Afghan Opium Survey reported that 37 percent of villages getting irrigation aid or other external assistance were cultivating opium.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://shiningindianews.com/2015/09/akshay-kumar-meets-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-to-discuss-farmers-suicides/", "date": "2018-02-18T01:04:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891811243.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20180218003946-20180218023946-00257.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9740554094314575, "token_count": 465, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__201556817", "lang": "en", "text": "New Delhi: Bollywood star Akshay Kumar on Tuesday met Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to discuss issues related to the country’s farming sector. The actor, who has been busy promoting his forthcoming film “Singh Is Blinng”, spoke to Kejriwal for 30 minutes, and they discussed issues related to the farming sector, growing farmers’ suicides and ways to help farmers get out of the distress situation, read a statement from the Directorate of Information and Publicity.\nDuring his 30-minute meeting with Mr Kejriwal held at Secretariat, the actor discussed issues related to the farming sector, growing farmer suicides and ways to help them get out of distress situation. A government official said Mr Askhay Kumar also briefed the Chief Minister on the work he has been doing for the farmers and how he supports 30 farmers every month.\nExpressing concern over the suicides of farmers in some parts of the country, Mr Kejriwal asked the Bollywood actor how the Delhi government could be of help in extending a helping hand to them. “We will do whatever we can. We must devise a method to help. It’s very disheartening to see the situation. They are the ones who feed us, therefore, we must take care of them. We need to get to the root cause of the problem.\nThey must get their due,” the Chief Minister said. Mr Akshay Kumar also expressed concern over increasing numbers quitting farming for more lucrative professions. He stressed the need to run a campaign for the cause of farmers and farming. “We must come forward to help them. People are not happy to farming, we must go back to our roots. It is very important. We need to have a campaign for the cause,” the Bollywood actor said. In his discussions with the actor, the Chief Minister said the farmers’ plight was largely due to hoarding of farm produce and undue profiteering by the middlemen.\nIssues like the drug menace in Punjab and how it was affecting a whole generation were also discussed during the meeting,’ the official said. The Aam Aadmi Party, which is considered as an active player for the coming assembly poll in Punjab, has been campaigning against the drug menace in the state affecting the youth", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.fsp-law.com/grazing-horses-on-agricultural-land/", "date": "2024-04-13T21:43:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00851.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9429425001144409, "token_count": 418, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__41421580", "lang": "en", "text": "Grazing horses on agricultural land\nUnderstanding the difference between agricultural use and equestrian use and how to document a grazing arrangement.\nHorses can be dangerous, as can the arrangements for keeping them!\nThe agricultural use of land and the equestrian use of land are two very different things as any planning enforcement officer will quickly explain to you. Grazing agreements, farm business tenancies and protected business tenancies are all very different too as any lawyer will tell you.\n“Grazing” horses on land is classified as agricultural from a planning use perspective even where the horses are recreational rather than working horses. The key is that the horses are only on the land for the primary purpose of “grazing”. If the horses are given supplemental feed, kept in a field for exercise, covered with rugs or if they are provided with a field shelter then the predominant use of the land may no longer be regarded as agricultural. Any non-agricultural use will require planning permission for change of use although temporary use (up to 28 days a year) for events such as gymkhanas and cross-country competitions can be held on agricultural land without the need for planning permission.\nIf horses are to be kept for grazing then a grazing agreement or licence should be entered into and in such circumstances it may be possible to retain the benefit of farming subsidies. If the grazing arrangement has any link to a trade or business then provided it just relates to genuine grazing of an agricultural nature then a farm business tenancy is likely to arise but where there is any non-agricultural element along the lines of the examples outlined above then the arrangement may fall within the definition of a business tenancy within the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 which affords a degree of protection (security of tenure) for the occupier. It is very easy to document a grazing arrangement in the wrong way.\nCases will turn on their facts and problems with the local planning authority or with protected tenancies can prove very costly. Be aware and seek advice.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.chemical.dimatrading.am/fertilizer/", "date": "2023-06-02T21:41:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648858.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602204755-20230602234755-00452.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8838692903518677, "token_count": 913, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__58243554", "lang": "en", "text": "THE HIGHEST QUALITY\nAmmonium nitrate, (NH4NO3), a salt of ammonia and nitric acid, used widely in fertilizers and explosives. The commercial grade contains about 33.5 percent nitrogen, all of which is in forms utilizable by plants; it is the most common nitrogenous component of artificial fertilizers. Ammonium nitrate also is employed to modify the detonation rate of other explosives, such as nitroglycerin in the so-called ammonia dynamites, or as an oxidizing agent in the ammonals, which are mixtures of ammonium nitrate and powdered aluminum.\nAmmonium nitrate is a popular fertilizer since it provides half of the N in the nitrate form and half in the ammonium form. The nitrate form moves readily with soil water to the roots, where it’s immediately available for plant uptake. The ammonium fraction is taken up by roots or gradually converted to nitrate by soil microorganisms. Many vegetable growers prefer an immediately available nitrate source of plant nutrition and use ammonium nitrate. Animal farmers like it for pasture and hay fertilization since it’s less susceptible to volatilization losses than urea-based fertilizers when left on the soil surface.\nAmmonium nitrate is commonly mixed with other fertilizers, but these mixtures can’t be stored for long periods because of a tendency to absorb moisture from the air. The very high solubility of ammonium nitrate makes it well suited for making solutions for fertigation or foliar sprays.\nConcerns over illegal use of this fertilizer for explosives have caused strict government regulation in many parts of the world. Restrictions on sales and transportation have caused some fertilizer dealers to discontinue handling this material.\nA low-density form of prilled ammonium nitrate is widely used as an explosive in the mining industry and on construction sites. Manufacturers intentionally make it porous to allow rapid adsorption of fuel oil (termed “ANFO”).\nInstant cold packs are made with two bags—one containing dry ammonium nitrate and the second containing water. When the barrier separating the bags is ruptured, the ammonium nitrate rapidly dissolves in an endothermic reaction, lowering the pack’s temperature to 2 to 3 degrees Celsius within a very short time.\n|1||Nitrogen Content||Wt %||S.T.E.C 2,4,2*||34/3 min|\n|2||Moisture||Wt %||S.T.E.C 2,4,4*||0/2 max|\n|3||Anticake||Wt %||---||0/05 min|\n|4||Particle Size (1-4 mm)||%||S.T.E.C 2,4,6*||96 min|\n|5||SO4||Wt %||S.T.E.C 2,4,7*||0/15 min|\nNitrogen fertilizer with 46% urea nitrogen that must undergo the nitrification process to be assimilable by the crop, and this process greatly depends on the soil and environmental conditions. Depending on these factors, it can be used both during sowing and as a top dressing.\nIt is applied mostly as a top dressing for any type of crop, preferably in warm areas to ensure a faster transformation process.\nDuring sowing, the application must be carried out as far in advance as possible so that the nitrogen is available as soon as the crop requires it.\nThe agricultural industry widely uses urea, a white crystalline solid containing 46 percent nitrogen as an animal feed additive and fertilizer.\n|Test Item||Spec (%)||Test Method|\n|Formaldehyde||0.55||UKF SBB 0071|\n|Particle Size||90||IV-A TFI-1982|", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.texasprimecountry.com/realEstateListings/view/280-stunning-acres-with-a-rock-home", "date": "2023-12-11T18:37:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679516047.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211174901-20231211204901-00840.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9283437132835388, "token_count": 338, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__101701100", "lang": "en", "text": "Escape to your own secluded sanctuary with this exquisite 280-acre ranch in the heart of Central Texas.\nAs you step onto the grounds, you'll be greeted by a landscape adorned with majestic oak trees that have stood the test of time. These towering trees provide not only shade and character but also a sense of connection to the land's rich history.\nA highlight of this remarkable ranch is the expansive tank, elegantly nestled within the property. Stocked with a variety of fish, it beckons both seasoned anglers and those seeking quiet contemplation by the water's edge. This serene oasis adds a touch of serenity to the landscape, inviting you to unwind and appreciate the wonders of nature.\nNature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise as the property teems with wildlife. From deer gracefully grazing in the meadows to the symphony of bird songs echoing through the trees, every day becomes a chance to witness the wonders of the natural world.\nFor those with an agricultural inclination, the ranch boasts a thriving Klein grass field currently in hay production. The prospect of cultivating your own harvest is not only a practical opportunity but also a chance to immerse yourself in the rewarding rhythms of rural life.\nImmerse yourself in the sweeping vistas and awe-inspiring horizons that define this exceptional property. Whether you're dreaming of a private retreat, an equestrian haven, or a place to build your legacy, this ranch promises a canvas of possibilities. Don't miss the chance to witness the enchanting views for yourself—schedule a visit to this extraordinary property and experience the allure of Central Texas ranch living at its finest.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.baileys.com/en-gb/stories/sustainability-and-animal-care", "date": "2020-08-14T23:36:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439740343.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20200814215931-20200815005931-00320.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9616935849189758, "token_count": 400, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__159477258", "lang": "en", "text": "Sustainability and Animal Care\nOur farming partners are some of the most important members of the Baileys family.\nSince the very first successfully crafted bottle of Baileys, we’ve been supporting Irish farming by working with some of the same family farms, year after year.\nWe work with them to create a routine for the cows and also for the flora, fauna, land, water and the farm crew. From making sure that the grass stays at its healthiest most perfect shade of green, to maintaining best irrigation practices and minimising waste where possible.\nIt’s not only to ensure our milk will continue to taste its best, but also so that future herds will have the same perfectly luscious fields to graze upon for countless years to come. It’s important too, that our partner farmers will have the ability to continue passing on the farm to future generations of farmers to come.\nWe, and our partner farmers, love the cows that make Baileys Irish Cream.\nWe’ve seen that look of recognition and awe on so many faces when we start talking about our partner farms and their cows. It’s like a lightbulb goes off – of course cows are involved in the Baileys recipe, which is why it is important that the cows are treated with such love and care.\nAnimal happiness is hugely important to us. For example, Joe plays his favourite music to help his herd relax during the milking process. It may sound a little funny, but that care and attention may just be the secret to the deliciousness in every bottle.\nThe cows hang out together on grass fed farms, exploring more grass than the eye can see, grazing for roughly 280 days of the year and only coming inside on chilly days. It’s important that our partners cows are comfortable, and to make sure they are, by giving each cow a stress test once a month by an independent technician.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rotam.com.tt/products/rodazim-50-sc", "date": "2023-06-06T20:09:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224653071.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606182640-20230606212640-00414.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9025624394416809, "token_count": 117, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__206353528", "lang": "en", "text": "ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Carbendazim\nFormulation: Suspension Concentrate - SC\nMechanism of Action: Systemic fungicide with contact and curative action, which is absorbed through roots and green tissues and translocates acropetally. Rodazim® 50 SC inhibits the development of germ tubes, the formation of appressoria and the growth of mycelium. It is used in the control of pathogens such as Fusarium, Colletotrichum and Rhizoctonia in beans and rice.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.prairieskyco-op.crs/sites/prairiesky/local/detail/rough-bark-greenhouse-at-the-home-centre/!ut/p/z0/fcxBCsIwEEDREw2TqlT32UhpqHUh7WxklDEJrZkSU89vT-Dyw-Mj4YCU-Bs9l6iJ561Hqu_7c2Wrzhpn2s6Y3trr6Wba5nA5YoP0H2yHXXbWeaSFS4CYXopD1tUHeHCewGeRFHT9CHCBEgSCvgWekkoWXCYaf-0W6cI!/", "date": "2023-06-03T20:36:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649343.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603201228-20230603231228-00100.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8793344497680664, "token_count": 143, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__49565193", "lang": "en", "text": "Rough Bark Greenhouse at the Home CentreActions\nRough Bark Greenhouse at the Home Centre\nMay 4, 2023\nThe Prairie Sky Co-op Home Centre is excited to welcome the Rough Bark Greenhouse!\nThe Greenhouse will open on May 13th at 7am. 15 Courtlin Rd\nThe Greenhouse is located inside the Home Centre and therefore will be open during normal business hours.\nMonday to Saturday — 7am to 7pm\nSunday — 10am to 5pm\nWhat items will be offered at the Rough Bark Greenhouse?\n- Shade, spruce and other trees\n- Locally grown flowers\n- Certified Organic Vegetable bedding plants", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://angel-acresfarm.com/pages/about", "date": "2023-04-02T06:12:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296950383.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20230402043600-20230402073600-00062.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9272524118423462, "token_count": 694, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__152601659", "lang": "en", "text": "About our Farm\nWe are on a mission to improve human health and the health of the planet by changing the way food is grown & raised through regenerative agriculture. We produce low PUFA pasture-raised eggs and grass-fed lamb that is better for you and for the planet.\nAt our farm, there are no toxic chemicals or added hormones. We are farming as nature intended.\nIt all started with health.\nOur names are Ashley and Sarah - two sisters who have been through a lot of health challenges.\nAlong our health journey, we realized that the way your food is grown and raised impacts your health.\nIndustrial agriculture and the current food system focus on maximizing yield with toxic chemicals at the expense of nutrients, human health and soil health.\nThis system is degrading our soil at unsustainable rates, which will result in the reliance on chemically-dependent lab made food, further disconnecting us from nature and hindering human health.\nWe decided to pursue regenerative ag as first generation farmers to do our part in fixing the food system and improving human health.\nInsert our farm - Angel Acres.\nRegenerative agriculture refers to a set of farming practices (including holistic planned grazing, biodynamic farming, permaculture, silvopasture, & diverse cover cropping) with the main goal of improving soil health, which is directly related to human health.\nRather than relying on external inputs (like fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, etc.) in industrial agriculture, regenerative land management strategies focus on soil biology & work with nature.\nIn proper functioning soil, plants intake carbon from the atmosphere, convert it into sugars, & then pump some of the sugars through their roots to feed microorganisms that use the carbon to build soil.\nThese microorganisms have access to water & a wide array of nutrients deeper in the soil, which they send to the plant in exchange for liquid carbon “food” - a beautiful symbiotic relationship which produces more nutrient-dense food.\nRegenerative Agriculture results in...\n💧Soil that has greater water-holding capacity, making it more resilient to droughts & flooding.\n🦟Crops that are more pest resistant.\n🌎More carbon cycled into the soil & less in the atmosphere.\n💰Less expensive fossil-fuel based inputs to grow food & more $ in the farmer’s pockets (which yes will come at a cost of large agrochemical companies profits, sorry Bayer).\n🌱The restoration of ecosystems.\n🚰An improved water cycle & cleaner water.\n🥭And soil that can grow more nutrient dense food to feed a healthy population.\nIn addition to producing nutrient-dense food, our goal is to create an educational and experiential hub where people can come visit, stay, and learn about and experience regenerative agriculture. Expanding the reach of regenerative agriculture is crucially important, as our agriculture system is broken. Industrial agriculture focuses on maximizing yield at the expense of nutrients and soil health. This system is degrading our soil at unsustainable rates, which will inevitably result in humans having to eventually rely on lab made food, further hindering human health. To produce more nutrient-dense food (and thus improve human health), our soil needs regenerative agriculture, and we need to #MakeSoilSexyAgain.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://english.radiopunjabtoday.com/punjab-cabinet-reviews-status-of-wheat-procurement/", "date": "2023-09-22T18:19:34Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506421.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922170343-20230922200343-00068.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9622397422790527, "token_count": 441, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__230662197", "lang": "en", "text": "Chandigarh, April 13 – The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday welcomed the decision of the Union Government to accept the request of the State Government to revisit the norms of shrivelled grains for the ongoing procurement of wheat. It also decided to appeal to the Union Government to issue the order for relaxations in the norms at the earliest.\nDisclosing this, a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that the Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs briefed the Cabinet about the status of the ongoing procurement. It was informed that 14.9 Lakh MT of wheat had arrived in the Mandis out of which more than 12 Lakh MT had already been purchased. More than 2 lakh MT of wheat, out of 5 Lakh MT that arrived yesterday alone, had been purchased on the day of arrival itself, he revealed.\nThe spokesperson added that while welcoming the early constitution of Central teams to assess the damage of shrivel grains in the state, the Cabinet also appealed to the Central Government to allow relaxation in the norms of shrivelled grains without any value cut, since the farmer had already been penalised on account of lower yield. A formal request in this regard had already been made by the State Government, he added.\nIt may be noted that due to extreme heat conditions the wheat grain has become shrivelled in many places and the grain coming in these Mandis contains shrivelled grain beyond the permissible limit of 6%. Thereafter, the Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India, had yesterday constituted five teams to assess the extent of the problem in the state. The teams are on the way and shall shortly arrive in the State to get a first hand assessment of the extent of shrivelled grain arriving in the Mandis. This data will then help the Government of India in taking a final decision on grant of appropriate relaxation in the specifications.\nThe spokesperson added that the Cabinet laid absolute emphasis on farmer welfare and asked the Department to take all possible steps to ensure smooth procurement. It also asked the Department to resolve any genuine issues of the staff deputed by the procurement agencies for procurement of wheat.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.nichecocktails.co.uk/blogs/news/sip-crunch", "date": "2024-04-16T10:53:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817081.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416093441-20240416123441-00674.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9650377035140991, "token_count": 373, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__132104897", "lang": "en", "text": "Sip & Crunch\nFollowing on from our post about our first food partners, Pump Street Chocolate, we next wanted to introduce you to our favourite crisps, Savoursmiths!\nAgain, an East Anglian connection with them based in Cambridge, we like to work with local companies wherever we can. As soon as we saw their eye-catching designs and intriguing characters, we just knew we had to offer something together.\n'In September 2016 we came together to create something rather special – Savoursmiths Luxury Potato Crisps. Cut from potatoes grown on our family farm in Cambridgeshire, we have created a better breed of crisps, with exceptionally indulgent and flamboyant flavours, and leaving the skin on to increase the nutritional value.\nAlthough crisping potatoes is rooted to established and traditional techniques, our crisps are modern, intuitive and fearless, with a confidence born out of both knowledge and use of the best high quality ingredients from around the world.\nOur brand was founded in 2016. Mike was raised on Russell Smith Farms and he has a natural love for English farming and the English countryside, later studying Agriculture at Cirencester. Food and farming has always been Mike’s passion and he has now moved back to the family farm taking the business in a modern direction and co-founding the Savoursmiths brand, which uses the farm’s incredible potatoes as well as luxurious international ingredients.\nColette was born in the food and wine region of South Africa and has always been a passionate foodie. Colette is a globetrotting model with a love of the British countryside. She is co-founder of the SAVOURSMITHS brand, combining quality home-grown produce with big global flavours in stylish packaging for a totally new take on a traditional snack.'", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.elementaryonlinecurriculum.com/2012/09/honey.html", "date": "2024-03-02T00:26:47Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475711.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301225031-20240302015031-00386.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9724407196044922, "token_count": 253, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__73930130", "lang": "en", "text": "Some kids might think honey comes from bears if they like hearing Pooh stories. Some kids might think honey comes from the grocery store. Have a bee-utiful time this month learning about honey, flowers, and bees in science.\nBees make honey to feed their young and to have something to eat during the winter. Bees live in colonies. There are three types of bees in each colony. the queen bee, the worker bee and the drone.\nBees do give us honey, but they also are great pollinators. They buzz around looking for nectar and enable plants to produce the fruits and nuts we enjoy by carrying pollen from one plant or flower to the next. Sometimes farmers contact professional beekeepers to have them send honeybees to them in order to help their crops get pollinated.\nScientists have a hard time studying bees because they can travel up to two miles from their hive to look for nectar and if they get hurt or die, the scientist doesn’t know where to find them so he can find out why they died. Also, when scientists return to a hive they have been studying, about half the bees they studied on their first visit will be dead, replaced by new ones in the natural life cycle of bees.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.sommpicks.com/products/2006-domaine-du-comte-liger-belair-vosne-romanee-clos-du-chateau-750ml", "date": "2023-11-30T18:30:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100229.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130161920-20231130191920-00735.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9287577867507935, "token_count": 448, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__112767771", "lang": "en", "text": "Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair, nestled in the heart of Vosne-Romanee, is a testament to winemaking excellence and resilience. This winemaking legacy began with Louis Liger-Belair, a general from Napoleon's army, who acquired the Château de Vosne-Romanée Estate in 1815. This once vast estate covered sixty hectares of some of the most prestigious vineyards in France, including the celebrated grand cru monopole, La Romanée. An unfortunate inheritance issue in 1933 led to the divestment of most of the family's holdings, leaving only a fraction of the former glory.\nIn the year 2000, the narrative of the domaine changed dramatically when Louis-Michel Liger-Belair, an agricultural engineer and oenologist, seized the reins of the family Domaine. Armed with dedication and an innovative spirit, he transformed the winemaking process, embracing biodynamic farming methods across the Domaine's near nine hectares. His holistic approach to farming includes the use of a horse-drawn plow and careful handling of the vineyard's fruit to respect grape integrity.\nAmong the more technical aspects of their winemaking, the Domaine is known for a distinct blend of free-run and pressed juices, allowing the lees to settle to avoid racking. They employ three different barrel types sourced from three different forests, offering unique characteristics to the wine. Bottling is done by gravity without the use of fining or filtration, a testament to the purity of the wine production process.\nToday, the Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair produces some of the world's most esteemed wines, their offerings vibrating with a \"seriousness of intent\" (Jancis Robinson). The wines’ unique quality stems not just from the dedication and expertise of Louis-Michel, but also from the profound lineage of the Liger-Belair family that has been intertwined with the vineyards and wines of Burgundy for over two centuries. This profound history, paired with the Domaine's future-facing approach to winemaking, ensures their place as a cherished producer in the heart of Burgundy.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.grelennursery.com/treecare.html", "date": "2021-06-25T13:19:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487630175.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20210625115905-20210625145905-00431.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9124433398246765, "token_count": 144, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-25", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__116215624", "lang": "en", "text": "Grelen Tree Care, Inc. is a partner company to Grelen Nursery and specializes in plant health and maintenance. Services include tree removal, expert pruning and plant health care. With the environment in mind, Grelen Tree Care utilizes an integrated pest management approach applying spray only where there is a need to control the problem. This allows for effective eradication of plant pests and diseases with minimal overspray and limits the negative impact on the surroundings.\nHOURS & CONTACT INFORMATION\nPlease click on the links below to see hours of operation and contact information for our various entities. Please note that The Market at Grelen & Grelen Nursery are incorporated separately and have different hours!!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://peakreportonline.com/NA-Article.aspx?region=2&article=14", "date": "2013-05-20T22:32:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368699273641/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516101433-00079-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.934402585029602, "token_count": 518, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2013-20", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__87146108", "lang": "en", "text": "Dr. Joseph Harrision\n, professor and researcher at Washington State University.\nDr. Joseph Harrison, professor and researcher at Washington State University, is involved with extensive research related to dairy cattle nutrition and its influence on nutrient management. The following research focuses on the effects of potassium and positive dietary cation-anion difference (DCAD) levels on lactating dairy cattle performance.\nTell us a little about your experience with DCAD research.¹\nPotassium is an essential regulator of sweat glands, helping keep cows cool, maintain rumen integrity and produce high levels of milk. Realizing that dairy cattle lose excessive amounts of potassium each day through normal daily functions and production needs, our research has focused on increasing levels and delivering potassium to the dairy cow.\nIn our study, 30 Holstein cows were randomly assigned to one of two groups at 15 days in milk (DIM) through 85 DIM. The Control group was fed potassium through forage sources only at the rate of 1.2% dry matter, resulting in a ration formulated for a DCAD of +25 meq/100g ration dry matter. Treatment cows were supplemented with DCAD Plus® Feed Grade Potassium Carbonate to increase dietary potassium to 2% dry matter and to increase DCAD to +42 meq/100g as shown in the table below.\nWhat were the results of boosting DCAD in lactating cow rations?\nThrough our research we found that boosting DCAD levels in the early stages of lactation can optimize dry matter intake (DMI) and increase milk and component yields. The chart below outlines the significant improvements in milk fat that were seen in cows fed DCAD Plus. We attributed these improvements to additional rumen buffering to help stabilize the high metabolic acid load occurring to meet the production demands of early lactation animals.\nFrom the trials and milk samples we discovered that potassium also has an effect at the rumen level, lowering the amount of trans-fatty acids in fluid milk.\nWhat are the implications of these findings for dairy producers?\nOver the last 18 months, dairy producers have faced many financial hardships; increasing the DCAD levels in the early lactation cows of your herd can improve income over feed cost (IOFC) through increased component levels and feed efficiency.\n1 White R, Harrison J, Kincaid R, Block E, St-Pierre N. Effectiveness of potassium carbonate to increase dietary cation-anion difference in early lactation cows. J Dairy Sci 2008; 91: Abstr. 106", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.bblondeel.com/siteId_425_columnId_24910_articleId_710404.html", "date": "2021-05-07T22:56:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988828.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20210507211141-20210508001141-00326.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9248805046081543, "token_count": 8476, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__65997020", "lang": "en", "text": "Jinshan Zhang, Zhenyu Zhou, Jinjuan Bai, Xiaoping Tao, Ling Wang, Hui Zhang, Jian-Kang Zhu, Disruption of MIR396e and MIR396f improves rice yield under nitrogen-deficient conditions, National Science Review, Volume 7, Issue 1, January 2020, Pages 102–112, https://doi.org/10.1093/nsr/nwz142\nThe microRNA miR396 directly represses GROWTH-REGULATING FACTORs (OsGRFs) and has been implicated in regulating rice yield and in nitrogen assimilation. Overexpressing the miR396 targets OsGRF4 and OsGRF6 improves rice yield via increased grain size and panicle branching, respectively. Here, we used CRISPR/Cas9 to assess the function of miR396 genes in rice. Knockout of MIR396ef (MIR396e and MIR396f), but not other isoforms, enhanced both grain size and panicle branching, resulting in increased grain yield. Importantly, under nitrogen-deficient conditions, mir396ef mutants showed an even higher relative increase in grain yield as well as elevated above-ground biomass. Furthermore, we identified OsGRF8 as a new target of miR396, in addition to the known targets OsGRF4 and OsGRF6. Disruption of the miR396-targeting site in OsGRF8 was sufficient to both enlarge grain size and elongate panicles. Our results suggest that rice-seed and panicle development are regulated by miR396ef-GRF4/6/8-GIF1/2/3 modules and that miR396ef are promising targets of genome editing for breeding environmentally friendly rice varieties that require less nitrogen fertilization.\nMicroRNAs (miRNAs) are single-stranded, non-coding RNAs of 21–24 nucleotides, which typically load into a silencing complex to direct cleavage or translational inhibition, and thus repression, of complementary messenger RNAs (mRNAs) [1–3]. In plants, miRNAs act as key regulators to control development, growth and stress tolerance [4–6].\nSeveral miRNAs have been shown to control rice yield. For example, miR156 and miR397 affect rice yield by regulating their targets, OsSPLs and OsLACs, respectively [5–9]. The microRNA miR396 was recently shown to regulate rice-grain yield by targeting the transcription factors growth-regulating factors (GRFs), which execute their function via GRF-interacting factors (GIFs) . miR396 can target and thus limit the expression of both OsGRF4 and OsGRF6 in rice . OsGRF4 controls grain development by regulating many brassinosteroid-induced genes and disruption of the miR396 target site in OsGRF4 enhances grain size and yield in rice [12,13]. OsGRF4 also balances the inhibitory activities of DELLA to promote and integrate nitrogen assimilation, carbon fixation and growth , but whether this is regulated by miR396 is not known. OsGRF6 directly promotes the expression of panicle-branching factor genes OsTAWAWA1 and OsMADS34, and decreased expression of MIR396b or overexpression of OsGRF6 increases the panicle-branching number and, in turn, grain yield . Overexpression of the miR396 target genes AtGRF1, AtGRF2 and AtGRF5 in Arabidopsis leads to the production of larger seeds, indicating that a miR396-GRF regulatory network broadly participates in seed development .\nmiR396 antagonizes the expression of its target GRF2 in the distal part of leaves, restricting cell proliferation in developed tissues . miR396 also negatively regulates cell proliferation by markedly decreasing the expression of cell-cycle-related genes, such as CYCLINB1;1 and TCP4 [17,18]. An miR396-GRF-GIF regulatory network has also been reported to regulate growth, development and abiotic stress tolerance in Arabidopsis [19,20]. Overexpression of miR396 in Arabidopsis reduces the accumulation of GRF7 [19,21]. GRF7 directly represses DEHYDRATION-RESPONSIVE ELEMENT BINDING PROTEIN2A (DREB2A) and other genes that are up-regulated in response to abscisic acid; these genes enhance tolerance of dehydration and high-salinity conditions in Arabidopsis plants .\nGiven that a single miRNA often targets multiple genes to regulate diverse biological processes, identifying and manipulating key miRNAs is considered a potential strategy to improve agronomic traits of crop plants . Gene-editing technology has been applied to improve agronomic traits and we were interested in using this approach to manipulate key miRNAs and generate resources for breeding elite crop varieties. Here, we studied the individual functions of the eight members of the miR396 gene family in rice. We discovered that two members, miR396e and miR396f (miR396ef), regulate seed and panicle development. mir396ef mutants showed increases in grain size and panicle branching, which resulted in increased grain yield. Importantly, mir396ef mutations showed a more substantial increase in grain yield and above-ground biomass under conditions of nitrogen deficiency. We demonstrated that OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 are the main targets of miR396ef and that miR396-GRF4/6/8-GIF1/2/3 modules regulate rice-grain and panicle development. Our work suggests that miR396ef is an attractive target for generating high-yield rice plants that are less dependent on nitrogen fertilization.\nmiR396ef isoforms regulate grain development in rice\nRice contains five different miR396 isoforms, encoded by eight genes (Fig. 1A). According to the plant miRNA database PmiREN (Plant miRNA ENcyclopedia, http://www.pmiren.com/), the family members MIR396e and f have the highest expression in reproductive tissues, such as inflorescence, florets and spikelets (Supplementary Table 1) [23,24]. MIR396c is also expressed in these reproductive tissues, but at a relatively lower level (Supplementary Table 1) [23,24]. To identify the miR396 isoforms that modulate rice-seed and panicle development, we used CRISPR-Cas9 and five sgRNA constructs to knock out the eight MIR396 members (Supplementary Fig. 1). miR396a–c and miR396e–f have the same mature sequences, respectively, and each group was targeted by one construct. Although miR396 d, g and h also have the same mature sequence, they are located on the complementary strands of different genes, and therefore were targeted by three different constructs to avoid functional disruptions of overlapping genes (Supplementary Fig. 1D).\nCRISPR lines with mutations in mature miR396 regions, which should disrupt function, were selected for further study. Unexpectedly, only mir396ef mutants exhibited grain-size phenotypes, whereas the remaining mir396 mutants displayed no differences compared with wild-type (WT) (Fig. 1B and Supplementary Figs 2 and 3). In addition, mir396abc triple mutants, mir396d and mir396g single mutants (with non-frameshift mutations in overlapping genes) and mir396h mutants exhibited no differences in morphological phenotypes compared to WT, including plant height (Supplementary Figs 2A and 3A, E and I), grain length, grain width (Fig. 1B and Supplementary Figs 2B and C and 3B, C, F, G, J and K) and panicle architecture (Supplementary Figs 2D and E and 3M and N). We also applied the short tandem target MIMICs (STTM) technology to block miR396ab functions (Supplementary Fig. 4A and E). The STTM-miR396 lines showed similar seed length, seed width and panicle branching compared with WT (Supplementary Fig. 4B–D).\nIn contrast, compared with the WT, mir396ef mutants showed obvious increases in grain length, width and thickness (increased 8.46%, 7.95% and 8.16%, respectively) (Fig. 1B and C). The 1000-grain weight was also significantly increased in mir396ef (31.78 ± 0.55 g) compared to WT (25.12 ± 0.30 g) (Fig. 1D). We obtained many mir396ef double-mutant CRISPR lines with different genotypes, all of which displayed the same seed phenotypes, confirming the functions of MIR396ef during seed development (Fig. 1B and Supplementary Fig. 5A and B). We generated mir396abcef mutants by crossing mir396abc with mir396ef mutants, which showed similar grain length and width as mir396ef (Fig. 1B). The mature isoform of miR396ef was almost undetectable in mir396ef leaf and flower (Fig. 1E and F), indicating successful elimination of MIR396e and f.\nDue to the extremely high genome-editing efficiency at the mi396e and f target sites, we obtained only mir396ef double mutants. To obtain an mir396e single mutant, we designed an sgRNA to specifically disrupt MIR396e (Supplementary Fig. 6A and B). The grain length and width of mir396e mutants are 4.77% and 5.58% larger than the WT, respectively (Supplementary Fig. 6C and D). The seed phenotypes of mir396e are weaker than that of mir396ef double mutants (Supplementary Fig. 6C), suggesting that both MIR396e and MIR396f contribute to the grain-size development. We examined putative off-target loci for miR396abc and miR396ef target sequences and did not observe any mutations (Supplementary Fig. 7). These results indicate that both miR396e and f isoforms are involved in rice-grain development, although mir396f single mutants are needed to confirm the function of miR396f.\nmir396ef mutants display simultaneous increases in grain size and panicle branching\nThe increased seed size of the mir396ef mutants was associated with a significantly enlarged grain husk, as demonstrated by both histological sectioning and scanning electron microscopy (Fig. 2O and P). The length and number of inner palea and lemma cells were significantly increased in the mir396ef grain husk compared with the WT (Fig. 2M and N). An MIR396e-promoter::GUS assay indicated that MIR396e was expressed in grain hull, spikelet, leaf and root (Supplementary Fig. 8), consistently with its regulation of grain-husk development.\nWe found that mir396ef mutant plants (74.13 ±3.54 cm) were taller than the WT (69.33 ± 3.20 cm), though the tiller number was similar to WT (Fig. 2A–C). In addition, compared to the WT flag leaf, the mir396ef flag leaf was 32.8% longer but had the same width (Fig. 2D, G and H), resulting in an increased leaf area. The photosynthetic rates of the flag leaf showed no difference between the mir396ef and the WT in the paddy field (Supplementary Fig. 9). The unchanged photosynthetic rates with increased leaf area would enhance overall photosynthesis, perhaps leading to the seed increase in mir396ef mutants relative to WT.\nRice grains grow on the panicle with numerous branches. Longer panicles and more panicle branches generally correlate with more grains. Compared to WT, mir396ef lines had longer panicles (20.55 ± 1.83 vs 17.93 ± 1.64 cm), more primary branches (8.8 ± 1.34 vs 7.33 ± 1.56) and higher grain numbers per panicle (77.82 ± 8.89 vs 72.35 ± 10.96) (Fig. 2E, F, I, J and K). However, the mir396ef panicles were partly enwrapped by the flag leaf, which affects the fertility and filling of the enwrapped panicle (Supplementary Fig. 10A–C).\nThe phenotypes of mir396ef, including a longer flag leaf for enhanced photosynthesis, larger grain size for more grain weight and more grains per panicle, suggest that mir396ef could be valuable targets to increase grain yield. Our paddy-field plot-yield test revealed an approximately 4% increase in grain yield on conventional agricultural 270 kg ha−1 nitrogen fertilizer (Fig. 2L). Like WT mature pollens, mir396ef pollens were deeply stained by iodine–potassium iodide (I2-KI) and their fertility was not changed (Supplementary Fig. 10D–F). The yield increase of 396ef was below what we expected, perhaps due to a higher rate of empty grains in the mir396ef mutants than in WT (Supplementary Fig. 10C).\nWe also tested grain-quality traits in the mir396ef mutants. The brown and polished grains of mir396ef mutants had a more ‘white splotch’ appearance compared with the WT-grain appearance (Supplementary Fig. 11A and B). The alkali-spreading value (gelatinization temperature) as well as the percentage and degree of chalkiness were increased (Supplementary Fig. 11C, D and F), whereas the gel consistency was decreased in the mir396ef mutants compared with the WT (Supplementary Fig. 11E).\nmir396ef mutants exhibit significantly increased grain yield under nitrogen-deficient conditions\nThe miR396 target OsGRF4 confers increased nitrogen assimilation and biomass accumulation in rice . To investigate the response of miR396 to nitrogen treatments, we examined the expression of miR396 family members in seedlings grown in hydroponic culture either with or without nitrogen supply. We found that the levels of miR396f increased transiently in seedlings grown under nitrogen-deficient conditions, reaching a maximum at about 6 hours after exposure to nitrogen deficiency, then decreasing and returning to normal levels at about 24 hours (Supplementary Fig. 12). In contrast, miR396e expression did not change in response to nitrogen deficiency (Supplementary Fig. 12).\nNext, we examined the nitrogen assimilation of the mir396ef mutants at the rice-seedling stage. We found that seedlings from mir396ef plants had a significantly higher nitrogen content than those from WT plants, when grown in hydroponic culture either with or without nitrogen supply (Fig. 3A and B). Recently, Li et al. showed that OsGRF4 recognizes the GCGG core motif by ChIP-Seq; ChIP-PCR and Electrophoretic Mobility Shift Assay (EMSA) confirmed that OsGRF4 associates with promoters that contain this motif and regulate genes involved in ammonia and nitrate metabolism, including GOGAT2, NIR1 and GS1.2, etc. . To determine whether genes involved in nitrogen assimilation and utilization are differentially expressed in mir396ef mutant and WT seedlings, we performed reverse-transcription quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR). Specifically, we examined the expression of NIR1, NIR2, GOGAT2 and GS1.2, which encode enzymes involved in nitrogen assimilation . We also examined the AMINO ACID PERMEASE genes (OsAAPs), which are nitrogen-use-efficiency-related genes that determine amino-acid delivery from source to sink in plants [25,26]. All of these genes we examined showed increased expression in mir396ef mutant seedlings compared to WT seedlings (Fig. 3C and D). These results suggest that MIR396ef is involved in nitrogen assimilation and utilization in rice.\nNext, we determined whether the improved nitrogen assimilation and utilization of mir396ef mutant plants affect growth and yield under nitrogen-deficient conditions. We found that mir396ef mutants grew substantially taller than WT plants when grown in hydroponic culture without nitrogen supply (Fig. 3A). Moreover, mir396ef plants showed a substantial yield increase (∼15%) compared with the WT under nitrogen-deficient conditions (0 kg ha−1 nitrogen fertilizer application) in the paddy field (Fig. 3E and F). The yield of mir396ef under low-nitrogen conditions was comparable to the yield of WT under normal nitrogen-fertilization conditions (Supplementary Table 2). Interestingly, mir396ef showed a 25% increase in above-ground dry biomass per plant under nitrogen-deficient conditions compared to WT plants (Fig. 3G).\nRegulation of grain size and branch length by an miR396ef-GRFs-GIFs module\nTwelve GRF transcription factors in rice harbor the miR396 target site . We found that only OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 were up-regulated in mir396ef plants compared to WT (Fig. 4A). RLM-RACE (5′ RNA ligase mediated rapid amplification of cDNA ends) analysis showed that miR396 could direct the cleavage of OsGRF4 and OsGRF6 mRNAs in vivo at a specific site within the miR396 pairing region with leaf samples (Supplementary Fig. 13A). Interestingly, in leaf samples, miR396 caused the cleavage of OsGRF8 mRNA at a site 118 bp downstream of the miR396 pairing region, and results of transient co-expression assays in Nicotiana benthamiana leaves are consistent with such a cleavage (Supplementary Figs 13A and 14). However, in flower samples, miR396 could direct the cleavage of OsGRF8 mRNA at the predicted miR396 pairing region (Supplementary Fig. 13A).\nTo investigate whether miR396-mediated regulation of OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 control seed and panicle development, we constructed miR396 target-resistant versions of OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 (designated np:rGRF4, np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8, respectively) (Fig. 4B) and introduced them into rice under the control of their respective native promoters. We found that np:rGRF4, np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8 lines exhibited larger grain sizes than WT plants (Fig. 4C and Supplementary Fig. 13B–D), with np:rGRF4 showing the largest increase and np:rGRF6 showing the smallest increase (Fig. 4D and Supplementary Fig. 13B–D). Both np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8 lines showed increased panicle lengths (Fig. 4E and F and Supplementary Fig. 13I), but their branching numbers remained unchanged compared to WT. The np:rGRF4 lines displayed similar panicle length and branching numbers to WT (Supplementary Fig. 13H). These results suggest that the miR396ef members regulate seed and panicle development by regulating their target genes OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8.\nGRFs have been shown to interact with transcription coactivators GIFs [12,20]. To uncover GIFs that interact with OsGRF4 and OsGRF6, we performed a yeast two-hybrid assay. We found that OsGIF1, OsGIF2 and OsGIF3 interacted with OsGRF4, and OsGIF3 also interacted with OsGRF6 (Fig. 5A). Biomolecular fluorescence complementation (BiFC) assays confirmed these interactions in tobacco leaves (Supplementary Fig. 15). The expression of OsGIF1 was significantly increased in mir396ef plants (Supplementary Fig. 16A). We used the CRISPR/Cas9 technology to generate gif1 mutants and observed the expected short-leaf phenotype (Supplementary Fig. 16B). osgif1 mutants also exhibited smaller plant stature and aborted seed phenotypes compared to WT (Supplementary Fig. 16B and C). These findings suggest that rice-seed and panicle development are regulated by the miR396ef-GRF4/6/8-GIF1/2/3 module.\nTo further explore the function of miR396ef in plants, we used RNA-sequencing analysis to examine the transcriptomes of leaves and young spikelet tissues from mir396ef and WT plants. We detected 558 DEGs (differentially expressed genes, ratio > 1.5) in young spikelet tissues, but only 189 DEGs in leaves. We observed 314 and 127 up-regulated genes in mir396ef mutant spikelet and leaves, respectively, compared to WT. In addition, 244 and 62 genes were down-regulated in mir396ef mutant spikelet and leaves compared to WT, respectively (Supplementary Fig. 17A). We observed 15 DEGs encoding ‘nitrogen-related genes’ in leaves and enrichment analysis of the DEGs identified ‘nitrate ion transport and metabolism’ as the top annotated category (Fig. 5B and C). In addition, 26 DEGs were related to brassinonsteroid-induced genes and 21 DEGs were related to auxin signaling, consistently with auxin- and brassinosteroid-mediated regulation of spikelet number and grain size (Supplementary Fig. 18A and B) [12,15]. We confirmed the expression of key genes within brassinosteroid and auxin-signaling pathways by RT-qPCR (Supplementary Fig. 19A and B). We also observed increased expression of the cell-proliferation-related genes, two CYCLINB1;1 homologous genes and one TCP4 homologous gene, in mir396ef mutant, consistently with the increases in cell number (Supplementary Fig. 19C–E).\nHere, we investigated the role of the miR396 gene family in controlling grain yield in rice, with the goal of identifying targets and strategies for breeding elite crop varieties. The miR396 target gene OsGRF4 increases grain size by activating brassinosteroid responses , whereas the miR396 target gene OsGRF6 promotes panicle branching through the activation of several auxin biosynthesis factors . Thus, targeting miR396 itself would be expected to enhance both grain size and panicle branching. We examined the miR396 members by CRISPR/Cas9 editing (Fig. 1A and Supplementary Fig. 1) and found that mir396ef mutants showed the expected traits of increased grain size and panicle branching. It was reported that miR396b negatively regulates panicle branching by targeting OsGRF6, and STTM-miR396b plants showed increased panicle branching and grain yield . However, in our data, STTM-miR396ab lines showed unchanged panicle branching compared with the WT. This discrepancy may be caused by the different genetic backgrounds, since the reported STTM-miR396b lines were in the indica background whereas our STTM-miR396ab lines are in the japonica background. More recently, Miao et al.  reported that mir396e single mutant rice had a similar grain size to the WT Xiushui 134. However, in our data, the grain length and width of mir396e mutants are larger than the WT Nipponbare, which may also be explained by the background difference.\nWe found that mir396ef mutants have several beneficial traits relative to WT plants, including increased plant height (Fig. 2A and B), enhanced length of the flag leaves and panicles (Fig. 2D and E), increased primary branch and grain number in panicle (Fig. 2F, J and K) and increased grain size and weight (Fig. 1B–D). Furthermore, the cell length and cell number in the grain hull of mir396ef mutants are both increased, which enlarged the sink size. Just as in OsGRF4-overexpression grains, the mir396ef mutant showed decreased grain quality because of increased chalkiness (Supplementary Fig. 11), which could be offset by alleles of high-quality genes .\nmiR396 attenuates cell proliferation in developing leaves and negatively regulates leaf growth in Arabidopsis thaliana [17,27]. We found that mir396ef mutant rice plants also showed an obvious increase in leaf length. In addition, the np:rGRF4, np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8 lines all exhibited increased leaf length and enwrapped panicles (Supplementary Fig. 13E–G). The np:rGRF4 plants are obviously shorter than the WT, perhaps because the np:rGRF4 panicles were severely enwrapped by the flag leaf (Supplementary Fig. 13E). The significant increases in the source leaves of mir396ef mutants could explain the increased grain yield and biomass. Although the grain yield of mir396ef mutants was only 4.0% greater than that of WT in test plots with normal nitrogen fertilization (Fig. 2L), it was 15.0% greater in natural paddy fields without nitrogen fertilization (Fig. 3E and F). Further, the above-ground biomass of mir396ef mutant plants was 25.0% more than that of WT plants under nitrogen-deficient conditions (Fig. 3G). These results suggest that mir396ef mutations cause enhanced nitrogen utilization, consistently with increased OsGRF4 function, which has been shown to balance the inhibitory activities of DELLA to promote and integrate nitrogen assimilation, carbon fixation and growth (Fig. 3C and D) . This notion is supported by our discovery that nitrogen transport and metabolism genes are up-regulated in mir396ef mutants (Fig. 5B and C).\nOsGRF4 and OsGRF6 have been reported as targets of miR396ef. Based on expression and mRNA cleavage studies, we uncovered OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 as major targets of miR396ef (Fig. 4A and Supplementary 13A). Plants expressing miR396ef-resistant versions of target genes, np:rGRF4, np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8, all exhibited larger grain size to varying degrees, with the largest increase in np:rGRF4. However, the panicle length and branching numbers of np:rGRF4 were unchanged compared to WT (Fig. 4C and D and Supplementary Fig. 13E). Panicle lengths were increased in np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8 (Fig. 4E and F), but branching numbers were unaffected (Supplementary Fig. 13H and I). In summary, we did not observe synchronous increases in grain size and panicle branching in np:rGRF4, np:rGRF6 and np:rGRF8 plants. These data suggest that the seed-size and panicle-length improvement of mir396ef mutants is due to the combined functions of OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8.\nWe found that GIFs OsGIF1, OsGIF2 and OsGIF3 interact with OsGRF4, and OsGIF3 also interacts with OsGRF6 (Fig. 5A). Knockout of OsGIF1 led to an expected short-leaf phenotype, suggesting that miR396ef-GRFs-GIFs modules directly control the development of seeds, panicles and leaves in rice. Previous studies demonstrated that miR396 regulates seed and panicle development through brassinosteroid and auxin-signaling pathways [12,15] and our RNA-seq data revealed an altered expression of many brassinosteroid-induced genes and auxin-signaling genes in the mir396ef mutant (Supplementary Fig. 18). We also found that np:rGRF4 and np:rGRF6 have enlarged leaf angles, exhibited as losing plant structure, which are typical phenotypes of brassinosteroid pathway mutants, such as m107 and Gi-2 . These data suggest that miR396ef might influence rice architecture by activating brassinosteroid responses.\nTaken together, our findings reveal that manipulation of miR396ef can simultaneously improve grain size and panicle branching. miR396ef thus represents a promising target to increase grain size and grain yield, especially in nitrogen-deficient environments, which might help breeders develop environmentally friendly elite rice varieties.\nMaterials and methods\nPlant materials and growth conditions\nThe rice variety Nipponbare (Oryza. Sativa L. spp. Japonica, var Nipponbare) was used in this study. Rice plants were cultivated under field conditions at two different experimental stations located in Shanghai (30°N, 121°E) and Lingshui (Hainan Province, 18°N, 110°E). The phytotron, with a 30/24 ± 1°C day/night temperature, 50%–70% relative humidity and a light/dark period of 14 hours/10 hours was used to culture rice seedlings.\nNitrogen-deficiency response assay\nNitrogen deficiency in hydroponic culture conditions was modified from previous work . Seeds were disinfected in 20% sodium hypochlorite solution for 20 min, thoroughly washed with deionized water and then germinated in a dish with sterilized water. The germinated grains were then selected and transplanted to PVC culture pots that contained hydroponic nutrient solution (0.5 mM NaH2PO4, 0.75 mM K2SO4, 1 mM CaCl2, 1.667 mM MgSO4, 40 μM Fe-EDTA (Na), 19 μM H3BO3, 9.1 μM MnSO4, 0.15 μM ZnSO4, 0.16 μM CuSO4 and 0.52 μM (NH4)3Mo7O24, pH 5.5) with or without 1.25 mM NH4NO3. All nutrient solutions were changed every 2 days. The temperature was maintained at 30°C day and 24°C night, and the relative humidity was 70% in phytotron.\nThe CRISPR-Cas9 vectors targeting MIR396abc, MIR396d, MIR396ef, MIR396g, MIR396h, MIR396e and OsGIF1 were constructed as previously described  and the oligos used are listed in Supplementary Table 3. To construct the miR396-resisitant vectors for OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8, the genomic sequences of OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8, fused with the OsGRF4 promoter, OsGRF6 promoter and OsGRF8 promoter, respectively, were amplified and the synonymous mutations were introduced in the miR396 target sequences. All the vectors described above were used to transform rice Nipponbare by Agrobacterium tumefaciens-mediated methods.\nPhenotyping and histological experiments\nPlant materials were photographed using a Canon EOS7D digital camera and observed using an OLYMPUS BX53 microscope. Grain size was analysed using an SC-A grain analysis system (Wseen Company, China).\nYoung rice grains were collected and fixed overnight at 4°C in FAA (50% ethanol, 10% formalin and 5% acetic acid) solution and dehydrated in a graded ethanol series. The samples were then embedded in Technovit 7100 resin (Hereaus Kulzer) and made into 2-μm sections using a Leica RM 2265 programmable rotary microtome (Leica Microsystems). After being stained with 0.05% Toluidine Blue, transverse sections were photographed using an OLYMPUS BX53 microscope. Dehydrated grain-husk samples were stocked on the copper stub and sputter-coated with gold-palladium. The seed samples were examined under a scanning electron microscope, JSM-6360LV. Cell number and cell length in the outer parenchyma layer of the spikelet hulls were measured using the OLYMPUS stream software.\nTotal RNA was isolated using the Trizol Reagent (Invitrogen) according to the manufacturer’s instructions. About 40 μg of total RNA from leaves and flowers were analysed on a denaturing 19% polyacrylamide gel, transferred to Nytran Super Charge Nylon Membranes (Schleicher & Schuell BioScience) and cross-linked using a Stratagene UV Crosslinker. DNA oligonucleotides complementary to different sequences of miRNAs were synthesized and labeled with [32P]-γ-ATP (PerkinElmer) using T4 polynucleotide kinase (TaKaRa). The membranes were pre-hybridized with PerfectHyb (Sigma) hybridization solution and then hybridized with the labeled probes. After several times of washing, the membranes were autoradiographed using an X-ray film (Carestream, X-OMAT BT Film). For RNA loading, 18S and 5S rRNAs were used as controls. The probe sequences are listed in Supplementary Table 3.\nPlants of the WT and mir396ef were grown in Shanghai paddy fields under natural conditions. The area per plot was 2.0 × 2.0 m and 100 plants were cultivated in each plot with planting density of 20 × 20 cm. The nitrogen fertilizer was 270 kg ha−1 in the control field, whereas the nitrogen-deficient fields were without nitrogen fertilizer. Plants were irrigated with river water.\nRNA extraction and RT-qPCR and stem-loop PCR\nTotal RNA was isolated from roots, leaves and flowers from different developmental stages of rice plants. The RNA extraction followed the method mentioned above. After being treated with RNase-free DNase I (Promega), total RNA (1 μg) was reverse transcribed using the TransScript II One-Step gDNA Removal and cDNA Synthesis SuperMix kits (TransGen Biotech). The reverse-transcription products were used as templates for RT-qPCR performed on a CFX96 real-time PCR system (Bio-Rad) using SYBR Premix Taq (TransGen Biotech) according to the manufacturer’s protocol. ACTIN1 was used to normalize gene expression and OsU6 was used in microRNA expression. Relative expression levels were measured using the 2–ΔΔCt analysis method. The primers used in RT-qPCR or stem-loop RT-qPCR are listed in Supplementary Table 3.\nTransient expression assays in N. benthamiana leaves\nThe CDS of OSGIF1, OsGIF2 and OsGIF3 were fused in frame with nYFP (yellow fluorescent protein) sequence. The CDS of OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 were fused in frame with cYFP sequence. nYFP-OsGIF1, nYFP-OsGIF2, nYFP-OsGIF3, cYFP-OsGRF4, cYFP-OsGRF6 and cYFP-OsGRF8 constructs were transformed into Agrobacteria. These stains containing nYFP and cYFP plasmids were co-infiltrated into leaves of N. benthamiana. YFP signals were detected by confocal microscopy LSM800 (ZEISS). The full-length and C-terminal deletion cDNAs of OsGRF8 were fused in frame with eGFP (enhancer Green Fluorescent Protein) sequence and driven by the 35S promoter. The stem-loop sequences of miR396e and miR396f were cloned and inserted after the 35S promoter. nYFP-OsGIF1, nYFP-OsGIF2, nYFP-OsGIF3, cYFP-OsGRF4, cYFP-OsGRF6, cYFP-OsGRF8, 35S::GRF8-eGFP, 35S::GRF8(1–574)-eGFP, 35S::GRF8(1–694)-eGFP, 35S::miR396e and 35S::miR396f constructs were transformed into Agrobacteria. These stains were co-infiltrated into leaves of N. benthamiana. YFP and GFP signals were detected by confocal microscopy LSM800 (ZEISS).\nYeast two-hybrid assay\nThe prey vector pGADT7 and bait vector pGBKT7 were used in the yeast two-hybrid assay. Full-length cDNAs of OSGIF1, OsGIF2, OsGIF3, OsGRF4, OsGRF6 and OsGRF8 were amplified and separately cloned into pGADT7 and pGBKT7. The prey and bait plasmids were co-transformed into the yeast AH109 strain and grew on SD-Leu-Trp solid media (Clontech). The strains were transferred to the SD-Ade-His-Leu-Trp solid media to test the interactions between prey and bait.\nRLM-RACE was performed with the FirstChoice™ RLM-RACE Kit (Ambion). In general, total RNA was extracted from samples and the first and second PCRs were performed, with the primers of OsGRF4/6/8-inner and OsGRF4/6/8-outer (Supplementary Table 3), respectively. The products from the second PCR were purified by agarose gel electrophoresis and then cloned for sequencing. For OsGRF4 and OsGRF6, leaf samples were used in these experiments. For OsGRF8, flower samples were also used in these experiments.\nTotal RNA was extracted using the RNeasy Plant mini Kit (Qiagen) according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Two independent replicates were used for each sample. The cDNA synthesis, purification and labeling were then performed following the standard protocols. The RNA-seq data were analysed with TopHat and Cufflinks software. Genes with at least 1.5-fold up- and down-regulation in the mir396ef plants compared with those in WT plants were considered as DEGs.\nNet photosynthetic rate measurements\nThe net photosynthetic rate was measured using an LI-6400XT (LICOR Biosciences) at a light intensity of 1000 μmol m−2 s−1 and the reference CO2 concentration was 400 μmol mol−1. The measurement followed the method from the LI-6400XT manual. Two leaves were used in one measurement and placed side by side in order to fill the area of the measure room because the rice leaves were narrower than the diameter of the measure room. The net photosynthetic rate was calculated and recorded by the machine. All experiments were conducted with at least five replicates.\nThis work was supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (XDB27040101 to J.-K.Z.), Postdoctoral Science Foundation Grant of China (2017 M621553 to J.Z.), National Natural Science Foundation of China (31801016 to J.Z. and 31871223 to H.Z.) and Shanghai Pujiang Program (18PJ1411000 to H.Z.).\nJ.Z., Z.Z., J.B., X.T. and L.W. performed the experiments and analysed the data. J.-K.Z. and H.Z. supervised the project, designed the research and participated in data analysis. J.Z., H.Z. and J.-K.Z. wrote the paper.\nConflict of interest statement. None declared.\nEqually contributed to this work.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.greentree-landscapes.com/?p=46", "date": "2021-06-14T16:09:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487612537.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20210614135913-20210614165913-00254.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9203567504882812, "token_count": 394, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-25", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__185724388", "lang": "en", "text": "What is grass-cycling? Grass-cycling is the practice of recycling your lawn’s grass clippings by leaving them on your lawn instead of raking or bagging them for disposal. The shredded clippings then decompose and return moisture and nutrients to the lawn. By simply leaving the clippings on your lawn you can: reduce mowing time; save money; and reduce waste. You don’t need a special lawn mower to do grass-cycling. Just remove the grass catcher from your mower and you’re ready to grass-cycle.\nJust keep in mind the following tips: · Never cut more than 1/3 of the grass height in a single mowing, otherwise, you’ll end up with messy clumps of grass clippings on the lawn. Adjust you mower blade height to approximately 3”—4” for summer mowing. The height may be lowered to about 2” for spring and fall mowing. Keeping your grass height higher also has the effect of shading out weeds in the lawn. · Mow when the grass is dry. This will help avoid clumps of grass being left on the lawn. · NOTE: If you do have a wet or taller growing patch of lawn and your mower leaves grass clumps behind, mow over the clippings a second time to further shred them. · Keep your mower blade sharp. A dull blade will tear the grass blades and leave ragged edges that will appear brownish. JUST THINK: A typical 40-foot by 100-foot lawn (4,000 square feet) produces about 1,200 pounds – nearly 50 bags – of grass clippings each year!!! Think of the time, money, and effort it takes to bag all those clippings. Why go through all that hassle when it’s not necessary? Start grass-cycling now.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://patriciagrieco.ca/growing-green-thumbs-why-kids-should-get-their-hands-dirty-in-the-garden/", "date": "2024-04-14T16:25:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00852.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9437909126281738, "token_count": 700, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__46871495", "lang": "en", "text": "In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s more important than ever to connect kids with nature. One fantastic way to do this is by teaching them about gardening. Gardening offers a host of benefits for children, like teaching responsibility, patience, and a deeper love for the environment. In this blog post, we’ll explore why teaching kids about gardening is so important and how it can positively shape their lives.\nNurturing Environmental Heroes\nGardening is a fantastic way to instill a sense of environmental stewardship in young minds. By getting involved in gardening, children learn about the significance of plants, their role in the ecosystem, and how they benefit us all. Understanding how everything in nature is connected helps children feel responsible for taking care of the environment. Who knows, they might even grow up to be the future superheroes saving our planet!\nPlanting Healthy Habits\nGardening gets kids off the couch and into the fresh air, giving them an opportunity to be active and healthy. Digging, watering, and caring for plants are all forms of exercise that keep their bodies moving. Plus, spending time outside exposes them to sunlight, which helps their bodies produce vitamin D for strong bones and a strong immune system.\nGrowing their own fruits and vegetables also encourages kids to make healthier food choices. When they see how much effort goes into growing food, they’re more likely to appreciate fresh, organic produce and make it a part of their diet. It’s a win-win for their health and taste buds!\nCultivating Patience and Responsibility\nGardening teaches children the virtues of patience and responsibility. They learn that plants need time, care, and love to grow and produce flowers or fruits. This understanding helps them develop patience, perseverance, and a sense of pride when they see their hard work pay off.\nTaking care of a garden also teaches kids to be responsible. Giving them tasks like watering or weeding helps them understand the importance of looking after something outside of themselves. This sense of responsibility can extend beyond the garden and positively influence their behavior and relationships with others.\nLearning through Fun and Adventure\nGardening is an exciting and hands-on way for kids to learn about science. They can explore plant life cycles, how photosynthesis works, and why soil and sunlight are essential for plants to thrive. It’s like having a real-life science experiment right in their backyard!\nIn addition to scientific knowledge, gardening teaches practical skills. Kids learn how to plan, organize, solve problems, and make decisions as they choose plants, prepare the soil, and deal with garden pests. These skills are valuable for life and help children become more independent and capable individuals.\nIn a world where children are becoming increasingly disconnected from nature, gardening is a powerful tool to help them reconnect. It’s not just about growing plants; it’s about nurturing environmental heroes, fostering healthy habits, cultivating patience and responsibility, and providing fun learning experiences. By introducing kids to the joys of gardening, we equip them with essential skills and values that will positively shape their lives and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. So let’s grab our shovels, get our hands dirty, and sow the seeds of curiosity, responsibility, and love for the environment in our children’s hearts. Together, we can cultivate a generation of green thumbs!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://preprod.mercurynews.com/2019/01/23/big-gilroy-farm-operation-closes-but-annual-pumpkin-park-event-survives/", "date": "2022-08-18T05:40:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573163.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818033705-20220818063705-00715.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9595671892166138, "token_count": 572, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__78465818", "lang": "en", "text": "SAN MARTIN — Blaming market conditions, one of Santa Clara County’s largest family-owned farm operations is going out of business, though its most popular attraction — the fall Pumpkin Patch festival — will continue to offer the usual hayrides as well a chance to blast apart the orange orbs with an air gun.\nAbout 50 full-time employees and 250 seasonal workers will lose their jobs as family-owned Uesugi Farms winds down operations in more than 5,000 acres in California, Arizona and Mexico, where it grows cabbage, corn, pumpkins and peppers.\nBut the company Wednesday announced it would continue to operate the annual festival from Sept. 28 through Halloween on Monterey Road in San Martin.\n“The Pumpkin Patch is going to be open this fall,” said Uesugi’s general manager, Pete Aiello, whose father Joe Aiello bought the operation nearly 40 years ago.\nThe festival includes a pyramid of about 4,000 pumpkins, a petting corral, carousel and corn maze, as well as train and pony rides.\nPete Aiello declined to comment on the circumstances that drove the family to make the 2018 season its last. But he said the company was not declaring bankruptcy, though a bank was helping handle the sale of much of its machinery.\n“We’re still winding down the situation,” he said.\nA source familiar with the operation said the costs of renting the land, buying fuel, pumping water and paying field hands had eaten up profits to the point where it was no longer feasible to continue.\n“They quit because they had to, not because they wanted to,” the source said.\nA recent statement on Uesugi’s website said that “due to market conditions and factors outside of its control,” the company would “wind down” its operations once the current harvest season ends.\n“Uesugi’s priority is to maximize the value of its assets and implement plans to work with customers, vendors, lenders, employees and others to obtain the best outcome possible for all its stakeholders,” according to the posting.\nDespite such market forces, about 20,000 acres in Santa Clara County remain under cultivation by other farmers and the local county Farm Bureau has about 300 active members.\nWhile the annual Gilroy Garlic Festival draws thousands every season, the most common crops in the county are actually peppers, including bells and jalapenos, and cherries, wine grapes, lettuce and tomatoes, said bureau president Paul Mirassou of B & T Farms.\nMushrooms were the top single crop with a market value of $74 million in 2017, according to the most recent Farm Bureau report.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://honeybythebay.com/blogs/news/sustainable-apiaries-in-san-francisco-bay-area-where-local-honey-and-beeswax-magic-flourish", "date": "2023-12-06T00:54:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100575.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206000253-20231206030253-00279.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8797016739845276, "token_count": 600, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__76493977", "lang": "en", "text": "In the bustling metropolis of San Francisco, nestled within the scenic beauty of the Bay Area, lies a thriving community of beekeepers cultivating sustainable apiaries. These apiaries not only produce delectable local honey but also offer an array of beeswax products, including luxurious hand creams and all-natural cosmetics. Join us as we delve into the enchanting world of apiaries, exploring the wonders of beekeeping, sustainability, and the magical benefits of beeswax.\nLocal Honey - Nature's Golden Nectar\nNothing compares to the rich and diverse flavors of local honey, and San Francisco Bay Area's apiaries boast some of the finest varieties. The region's diverse floral landscapes allow bees to collect nectar from a wide range of plants, resulting in unique honey flavors that reflect the essence of the area. From the delicate floral notes of lavender to the robust undertones of wildflowers, each jar of local honey tells a story of its origin.\nSan Francisco: A Paradise for Sustainable Beekeeping\nSan Francisco's commitment to sustainability extends to its vibrant beekeeping community. Embracing organic and eco-friendly practices, local beekeepers prioritize the well-being of their bees and the environment. With vast green spaces and abundant wildflowers in parks and gardens, the city provides an ideal haven for bees to thrive and contribute to the local ecosystem.\nBeeswax Magic: Hand Creams and Cosmetics\nBeyond the sweetness of honey, beeswax takes center stage in the realm of beauty and skincare. Local apiaries produce high-quality beeswax, which serves as a base for luxurious hand creams and natural cosmetics. Rich in natural emollients and antioxidants, beeswax hand cream nourishes and softens the skin, leaving it silky-smooth and revitalized. Similarly, beeswax cosmetics, free from harmful chemicals, offer a gentle and sustainable option for conscious beauty enthusiasts.\nA Hobby with a Purpose\nBeekeeping has emerged as more than just a hobby; it is an essential endeavor in promoting biodiversity and preserving our ecosystem. As beekeepers tend to their hives, they contribute to the vital pollination process, ensuring the flourishing of plants and agricultural crops. Engaging in beekeeping becomes a fulfilling and purposeful journey of coexistence with nature.\nThe sustainable apiaries of San Francisco Bay Area offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of beekeeping, local honey production, and the enchanting realm of beeswax products. Supporting these local beekeepers not only allows us to savor the sweetness of nature through local honey but also grants us access to natural and eco-friendly beeswax hand creams and cosmetics. As we immerse ourselves in this rewarding hobby, we contribute to the preservation of bees and the environment, making a positive impact on the planet and our lives. Embrace the magic of apiaries, where the wonders of sustainability and the charm of bees converge harmoniously.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://goatsinthecity.ca/services", "date": "2023-12-05T15:04:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100551.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205140836-20231205170836-00744.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9086465239524841, "token_count": 1520, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__242072413", "lang": "en", "text": "At Goats in the City, we offer a comprehensive range of target grazing services designed to address your urban vegetation management needs while promoting sustainability and biodiversity. Our innovative approach, using goats as natural grazers, provides numerous benefits compared to traditional methods. Here is an overview of our services:\nInvasive Plant Control: Invasive plants can rapidly spread and dominate urban landscapes, impacting native species and compromising ecosystem health. Our goats are expert grazers, selectively targeting and consuming invasive plants, such as kudzu, poison ivy, and multiflora rose. By employing goat target grazing, we effectively control and reduce the presence of these invasive species, restoring balance to the ecosystem.\nSelective Grazing: One of the remarkable advantages of goat target grazing is their ability to selectively graze. Unlike machinery or chemical herbicides, goats have a natural inclination to prefer certain plants while avoiding others. This enables us to specifically target unwanted vegetation while preserving desirable native plants. Our goats graze with precision, promoting the growth and proliferation of diverse, resilient plant communities.\nHabitat Restoration: Urban habitats often suffer from degradation and loss of biodiversity. Our target grazing services contribute to habitat restoration by revitalizing degraded areas. By selectively grazing on invasive plants and promoting the growth of native species, we create healthier ecosystems that support a wider range of wildlife, including birds, pollinators, and other beneficial insects.\nSite Assessment: We understand that each site is unique, with its specific vegetation challenges. Our experienced team conducts thorough site assessments to evaluate the condition of your land, identify target grazing goals, and develop a tailored plan to address your specific needs. This ensures an effective and efficient grazing strategy that maximizes results.\nOngoing Maintenance Plans: Vegetation management is an ongoing process. We offer customized ongoing maintenance plans to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of your landscape. Our team will work with you to create a maintenance schedule that suits your requirements, providing regular grazing sessions to keep invasive plants in check and maintain the desired vegetation balance.\nEducational Programs: At Goats in the City, we believe in the power of education and community engagement. We offer educational programs tailored for schools, organizations, and community events. Our programs provide valuable insights into the benefits of goat target grazing, sustainable land management practices, and the importance of biodiversity conservation in urban environments. Engage and inspire your community while learning about sustainable solutions.\nBy choosing our target grazing services, you can enjoy several advantages. These include reduced reliance on machinery and chemical herbicides, improved soil health through natural fertilization, cost-effectiveness compared to traditional methods, and the opportunity to actively contribute to urban conservation efforts.\nJoin us in embracing a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to vegetation management. Contact us today for a site assessment, ongoing maintenance plan, or to learn more about our educational programs. Together, let's create healthier, greener, and more vibrant urban landscapes.\nWe are always looking for innovative ways to enhance our target grazing services and provide the best possible outcomes for our clients. That's why we are thrilled to introduce our new Drone Assessment Service, utilizing advanced vegetation mapping technology to gather accurate property assessment information and assess the effectiveness of target grazing.\nWith our drone-assisted assessments, we combine the power of aerial imagery and cutting-edge vegetation mapping technology to gain a comprehensive understanding of the vegetation coverage on your target grazing site. Here's how our Drone Assessment Service can benefit you:\nAccurate Property Assessment: Drones equipped with high-resolution cameras capture detailed aerial images of your site, providing an accurate depiction of the vegetation coverage and distribution. This information enables us to identify areas that require targeted grazing and assess the overall condition of the landscape.\nData-Driven Decision Making: The captured imagery is then processed using advanced vegetation mapping technology. This technology analyzes the images and generates detailed vegetation maps, highlighting areas of concern, such as invasive plant hotspots or areas with low vegetation density. This data-driven approach empowers us to make informed decisions and develop precise grazing strategies tailored to your site's specific needs.\nMonitoring Grazing Effectiveness: After implementing target grazing, we can conduct subsequent drone flights to assess the effectiveness of our grazing efforts. By comparing before and after imagery, we can evaluate the changes in vegetation coverage, identify areas where the grazing has been successful, and pinpoint any areas that may require additional attention.\nEnhanced Efficiency and Precision: Our Drone Assessment Service enables us to gather valuable information in a highly efficient and precise manner. With drones, we can cover large areas quickly, reducing the time and resources needed for manual assessments. The detailed imagery and vegetation maps allow us to target specific areas with greater precision, optimizing the grazing process for maximum effectiveness.\nBy incorporating drone technology into our target grazing services, we are able to provide a more comprehensive and data-driven approach to vegetation management. This ensures that our grazing strategies are tailored to your site's specific needs and that we achieve the desired outcomes effectively.\nAre you ready to experience the benefits of our Drone Assessment Service? Contact us today to learn more about how we can utilize advanced drone technology to assess your property, monitor grazing effectiveness, and optimize your urban conservation efforts.\nWe are dedicated to raising awareness about sustainable land management practices and the importance of biodiversity conservation in urban environments. Our educational programs are designed to engage and inspire schools, organizations, and community events, providing valuable insights into the benefits of goat target grazing and sustainable solutions. Here's an overview of our educational programs:\nSchool Programs: We offer interactive and age-appropriate educational programs for students of all ages, from elementary schools to universities. Our knowledgeable team will visit your school and conduct engaging presentations, workshops, and demonstrations. Students will learn about the ecological benefits of goat target grazing, the importance of biodiversity conservation, and how sustainable land management practices can contribute to a greener future.\nOrganization Workshops: We collaborate with organizations and groups interested in sustainable practices and environmental conservation. Our workshops are tailored to meet the specific needs and objectives of your organization. We can cover topics such as urban conservation, sustainable land management, and the role of goat target grazing in promoting biodiversity. These workshops provide valuable knowledge and practical insights that can be applied to your organization's initiatives.\nCommunity Events: We actively participate in community events, fairs, and festivals to engage with a wider audience and spread awareness about sustainable practices. Our presence at these events includes informative booths, interactive displays, and engaging activities for all ages. We strive to make learning about sustainable land management and goat target grazing a fun and memorable experience for everyone in the community.\nDemonstration Visits: We offer on-site demonstration visits, where interested groups can witness our goats in action and observe the benefits of goat target grazing firsthand. Our team will explain the grazing process, highlight the ecological impact, and answer any questions participants may have. These visits provide a unique opportunity to experience sustainable land management practices in action and learn from our team of experts.\nBy participating in our educational programs, you can expect to gain a deeper understanding of sustainable land management, the vital role of biodiversity conservation, and the positive impact of goat target grazing on urban environments. Our programs are designed to inspire and empower individuals and communities to make environmentally conscious choices and contribute to a greener future.\nIf you're interested in scheduling an educational program for your school, organization, or community event, please contact us. Together, let's learn, engage, and create a more sustainable and environmentally friendly world.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://hvacinsider.com/belimo-releases-new-dual-channel-co2-temperature-sensors/", "date": "2023-12-02T01:10:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100309.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202010506-20231202040506-00080.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8933562636375427, "token_count": 454, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__239550471", "lang": "en", "text": "Belimo Releases New Dual Channel CO2 / Temperature Sensors\nBelimo Americas is excited to release the new dual channel CO2/temperature sensors with an increased range to 5000 ppm. The dual channel technology measures two-wave lengths split from a single light source.\nThe sensor automatically takes a reading using the reference channel. Any change in the measurement indicates a change in the optics of the sensor. The sensors automatically adjusts the CO2 measurement when a change is detected to prevent drift. Manual calibration is not needed. High accuracy is maintained even in busy applications such as retail stores or hospitals. The CO2/temperature sensors features accurate, reliable readings available in degrees Fahrenheit (model 22DTC-5105) or Celsius (model 22DTC-1105). The new CO2/temperature dual channel sensors are ideally suited for applications requiring 24/7 hours of operation such as hospitals, retail stores, manufacturing, and indoor farming.\n“Greenhouses, indoor farming, and hydroponic growers have expressed their need to monitor CO2 and temperature levels accurately. CO2 levels are essential for maximizing plant growth. Our high accuracy CO2/temperature sensors provide the opportunity for grow farmers to really boost their profit while increasing plant yields and reducing cropping time,” states Eddie Kelley, Belimo Sensors Product Specialist.\nBelimo is the global market leader in the development, production, and marketing of field device solutions for controlling heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Actuators, control valves, and sensors make up the company’s core business. Known for its direct-coupled actuator and innovations in pressure independent control valve technology, Belimo has solutions to maintain an efficient building environment. For 40 years, Belimo has provided innovations in comfort, energy efficiency, and safety solutions to customers through the world, all of which are backed by Belimo’s unsurpassed five-year warranty. For more information, contact Belimo at 1-800-543-9038 or visit the website at www.belimo.us.\nFor additional information, contact Lisa Hickey at 203.749.3341 or email at Lisa.Hickey@us.belimo.com.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://spot.sustainableharvest.com/products/coocentral", "date": "2021-10-22T07:04:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585460.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20211022052742-20211022082742-00153.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.884482741355896, "token_count": 175, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__179808390", "lang": "en", "text": "Coocentral’s Mujeres Cafeteras (Women’s Coffee) program started from an initiative to teach and empower 300 women coffee growers in the municipalities of Garzón, Pital, and El Agrado. Through Best Agricultural Practices training, the women learn technical skills in coffee harvesting, fermentation, and drying that they use to develop a differentiated cup profile with added value.\nLocated at altitudes between 1,200 and 2,000 meters above sea level, the farms produce coffee throughout the year. Nearly 700 hectares of farmland are planted with Caturra (54%) and other Colombian varieties (46%).\nLocation: Garzón, Huila, Colombia\nElevation: 1,200-2,000 masl\nHarvest Months: October - December\nShipping months: May - July\nNumber of Members: 584", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://kayakpaste02.blog5.net/6105670/natural-and-organic-gardening-ideas-that-will-help-you-expand-far-better-foodstuff", "date": "2018-06-23T07:58:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267864953.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20180623074142-20180623094142-00556.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9432848691940308, "token_count": 1296, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__4456906", "lang": "en", "text": "Possessing your very own garden can be a relaxing and satisfying way to increase the appearance of your property and give pleasure to all who view it. You can adhere to these suggestions to aid you on your way to making a stunning garden. You will be certain to appreciate the time expended admiring your yard.\nStart off your crops in containers before transferring them to the yard. This raises the likelihood that your crops will endure to adulthood. This also will help tighten time between plantings. As shortly as the mature crops are taken out, you can replace them with clean seedlings.\nPlanting a bare-root rose. Bare-root roses are greatest planted at the commencing of their dormant period to lessen the shock of transplanting. If the roots search dry, soak them in a bucket of h2o for a handful of several hours before planting. Take away diseased or broken stems, and trim any thick roots by a 3rd. 8 foot metal garden bridge Area the rose in a freshly dug gap, spreading out the roots and examining that the bud union is marginally previously mentioned floor amount. Backfill with soil and h2o extensively.\nPlant veggies and flowers that are native to your regional region. These plants will develop better with significantly less operate than crops that are not native. Also, indigenous plants will not likely need much extra watering, as they will normally adapt to the quantity of rain typical to that area. This will also lessen your require for pesticides and fertilizers, given that the vegetation will be in a position to deal with the soil and pests in your spot.\nKnow what grows in your location. When you see the vast range of seed packets supplied online, it is straightforward to get sucked into the concept of developing almost everything and anything! In truth, though, only some of them may possibly flourish in your regional environment. Research up on your region and what crops can survive.\nThe use of natural crops can make a garden with out any perform. Many crops will self seed and expand a perpetual crop without any perform at all. Butternut squash, pumpkins, and cilantro will grow and self seed increasing new crops 12 months following calendar year with practically no function and turn out to be a long lasting garden feature. Grow them in locations these kinds of as the compost pile or together fences for greatest results.\nNot only is gardening a great way to grow your very own food, but you can also develop your very own consume. You can grow apple mint to make a delicious tea or rhubarb stalk to make a tart substitute to lemonade. You should also can or freeze your berries and fruits to make them into soda, challenging cider, or wines.\nTo destroy off aphids on rose crops, spray them with a powdered milk and drinking water combination (one/three cup powdered milk to one particular quart drinking water). When the combination is sprayed, the aphids get caught in the liquid and at some point die. Each couple of months spray down the roses with drinking water to rinse off the mixture and reapply it if needed.\nPut on comfortable footwear and garments when gardening. Never work in the yard in bare feet or sandals. Put on shoes that lace up and give great cushioning and arch support. If it is hot and sunny out, use a hat to shade from the solar and clothing that will safeguard the pores and skin from burning. The much more comfortable you are, the far more you will get pleasure from your garden.\nUse scale, shade and texture in your backyard to boost interest. Use crops of distinct heights, placing tiny ones in front and tall kinds in the back again. Incorporate a few crops that have deep maroon leaves, which seems great next to greenery. Plant a tree or shrub that alterations to oranges and golds in autumn, and combine small-leafed plants with bigger-leafed or spiky crops, these kinds of as agave.\nWhen you acquire seeds for your backyard garden, be certain to purchase seeds that are labeled \"qualified natural.\" This makes certain that your plants will be natural through their lifespan and that the seeds you are getting are not contaminated with chemical fertilizers or pesticides. View out for labels, this kind of as \"genetically engineered\" or any mention of \"all-natural\" that does not contain the phrase \"certified organic and natural.\"\nSometimes when you are growing vegetables or fruits, it can be beneficial to lower off freshly fashioned buds or other non-fruit bearing regions. This will encourage the expansion of heavier fruit simply because the plant re-routes nutrients to in which its expansion should be navigating. When using care your yard, it truly is critical to make the distinction between harvesting the plant, or encouraging its development.\nWhen commencing your own organic and natural yard, you need to always make sure you moisten your mix that is in the containers prior to you sow the seeds. If your blend is not moist, it will dry out. This could trigger your plant to die before it is offered a chance to grow.\nWhen expanding your personal natural vegetation, you should go your seedlings absent from any air vents or radiators quickly upon germination. This is due to the fact your seedlings do not need to be truly warm like germinating seeds do. They require to be cooler in get for them to expand in the very best way.\nUse a soaker hose to h2o your yard. A soaker hose permits the drinking water to be absorbed right in to the soil, fairly than disbursed in to the air. This will help to conserve h2o, a valuable resource. Plant leaves also keep dry, which implies you get to keep away from pesky fungus issues.\nTo control weeds in your backyard garden without employing chemical herbicides about your organic crops, mulch between rows with bark, thoroughly clean straw, mulch-coated newspapers, or sawdust from untreated wooden. Beware of using anything to mulch or fertilize that may possibly contain seeds that can include much more weeds, such as grass clippings or clean manure.\nThe tips in this post are created to support you in creating the garden you want in your property. By utilizing these suggestions, you will be nicely on your way to getting the garden you wish to have. Your neighbors are certain to recognize the visual attraction it adds to the neighborhood.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.utu.fi/en/sites/drones/Pages/home.aspx", "date": "2017-04-25T06:43:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917120187.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031200-00413-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7628024816513062, "token_count": 137, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__171673456", "lang": "en", "text": "The project is a Rural Innovation Group (EIP), with participating researchers from the Molecular Plant Biology unit of the Department of Biochemistry and from the Department of Future Technologies. In addition, local farmers and a local drone service company participate in the project. We develop methods for field imaging and for automatic analysis of the images.\nThe fields under investigation are located in the Nousiainen-Mynämäki area near the village of Valpperi.\nFor more information, please contact Esa Tyystjärvi (mailto: email@example.com).\nDepartment of Biochemistry / Molecular plant biology\nDepartment of Future Technologies", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://masseyfergusonindia.com/newsroom/tafe-announces-free-tractor-rental-scheme-for-the-second-year-in-a-row-to-support-small-farmers-of-rajasthan-as-covid-relief", "date": "2023-10-01T19:04:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510924.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001173415-20231001203415-00695.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9334843754768372, "token_count": 1279, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__159561935", "lang": "en", "text": "TAFE Announces Free Tractor Rental Scheme for the Second Year in a Row to Support Small Farmers of Rajasthan as COVID Relief\nJune 02, 2021 | Rajasthan: TAFE - Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited, the world’s third largest tractor manufacturer, in a continuing effort to support the farming community and the Government amidst the second wave of the COVID surge, announced its ‘Free Tractor Rental Scheme’ to support the small farmers of Rajasthan during this critical cropping season.\nThis is the second year in a row that TAFE has offered this unique and much popular free tractor rental scheme. Over 1 Lakh Hours of free rental service, cultivating over 70,100 acres for small and marginal farmers was provided in Rajasthan alone, and over 213,500 acres were cultivated for free across India last year. This scheme is available from June 1 – July 31, 2021, for a period of 60 days in all the districts of Rajasthan. TAFE will offer over 41,800 Massey Ferguson and Eicher Tractors along with 116,700 implements, on a “free-of-cost” rental basis to small farmers owning 1 hectare or less.\nTAFE’s Chairman and Managing Director - Mallika Srinivasan said, “The Corona pandemic has disrupted functioning in rural areas at a critical time during the cropping cycle. Towards supporting farmers, we are happy to once again offer free-of-cost tractor rental services to the small and marginal farmers of the state. With the encouragement and support of the Rajasthan Government, TAFE will offer its Massey Ferguson and Eicher Tractors along with farm implements to support the farmers through this crucial cropping season. We thank the Hon’ble Chief Minister for his keen focus on the welfare of the farming community, and express our gratitude to the Hon’ble Agricultural Minister and the Department of Agriculture for extending their support towards this free tractor rental scheme.”\nFarmers can rent or hire tractors or farm implements using TAFE’s JFarmServices App or the toll-free helpline 1800-4200-100. The scheme will be implemented with the support of the Agriculture Department of Rajasthan and its district officials.\nAbout TAFE: tafe.com\nThe world’s third largest tractor manufacturer and second largest in India by volumes with an annual sale of about 180,000 tractors; TAFE is one of the leading exporters of tractors from India with a turnover in excess of INR 10,000 Crores. TAFE manufactures a range of tractors, in both the air-cooled and water-cooled platforms, and markets them under its four iconic brands - Massey Ferguson, TAFE, Eicher, and the recently acquired Serbian tractor and agricultural equipment brand - Industrija Mašina i Traktora (IMT). Acclaimed for its quality and dependability, TAFE’s products and services are present in over 100 countries across the world, including developed countries in Europe and the Americas.\nBesides tractors and farm machinery, TAFE manufactures diesel engines, silent gensets, agro engines, batteries, hydraulic pumps and cylinders, gears and transmission components, and has business interest in vehicle franchises and plantations. TAFE is committed to the Total Quality Movement (TQM). In the recent past various manufacturing plants of TAFE have garnered numerous ‘TPM Excellence Awards’ from the Japan Institute of Plant Maintenance (JIPM), as well as a number of other regional awards for TPM excellence. TAFE became the first Indian tractor manufacturer to win the Frost & Sullivan Global Manufacturing Leadership Award in 2018, being recognized with the ‘Enterprise Integration and Technology Leadership Award’ and two ‘Supply Chain Leadership Awards’. In recognition of its outstanding contribution to engineering exports, TAFE has been named the ‘Star Performer – Large Enterprise (Agricultural Tractors)’ at the 40th Engineering Exports Promotion Council of India – Southern Region Awards (2015-16), for the 21st time in a row. TAFE has also been conferred the ‘Regional Contributor Award’ for quality supplies from Toyota Motor Company, Japan, and the ‘Manufacturing Supply Chain Operational Excellence - Automobiles Award’ at the second Asia Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit for its supply chain transformation in 2013. TAFE's tractor plants are certified under ISO 9001 for efficient quality management systems and under ISO 14001 for environment friendly operations.\nAbout 'JFarm' and 'JFarm Services': JFarmServices.in\nTAFE established JFarm India in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 1964 with an objective of empowering farmers with advanced farm technologies to increase farm productivity and meet India’s growing food demands. Over the years, JFarm focuses on sustainable agriculture, adapting existing technologies in farming for local farming conditions and sharing this knowledge with farmers.\nJFarm Services is an initiative by TAFE to increase easy access to farm mechanization solutions through rental of tractors and farm equipment for small and large farms, localized weather forecast, latest mandi prices, agri-news alerts and advisory.\nSmall and marginal farmers, who hold about 85% of the land holdings in India may not be able to afford ownership of tractors or implements. JFarm Services bridges this gap by connecting these farmers with tractor and equipment owners through its Farmer-2-Farmer platform. Farmers can explore and book nearby equipment through: https://bit.ly/JFSAppLite\nJFarm Services since its creation has impacted the lives of about 26 Lakh farmers across 16 states in India since its inception. Currently, JFarm Services (JFS) operates in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh (MP), Uttar Pradesh (UP), Haryana, Punjab, Maharashtra, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Assam - making farm mechanization viable and affordable to all.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.gamedownloadkeys.com/product/farming-simulator-19-platinum-expansion-dlc-pc-download/", "date": "2023-04-01T20:11:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296950247.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20230401191131-20230401221131-00282.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9077755808830261, "token_count": 170, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__199736116", "lang": "en", "text": "Buy Farming Simulator 19 Platinum Expansion (DLC)\nGet a wealth of additional vehicles from new brand CLAAS to upgrade your Farming Simulator 19.\nThe official expansion of Farming Simulator 19 brings a host of fresh content to extend and enrich your game!\nFor the first time in franchise history, discover CLAAS, one of the world’s leading farming brands, and its new vehicles allowing you to expand a wide range of activities such as forage harvesting and baling.\nOver 35 faithfully reproduced vehicles and tools from CLAAS join the already huge garage of Farming Simulator 19, including the new LEXION 8900 combine harvester and its unique technology, the JAGUAR 960 TT forage harvester for effective silage, and the powerful XERION 5000 tractor.\nThere are no reviews yet.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://waterpulse.com/", "date": "2024-04-18T01:36:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817184.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417235906-20240418025906-00358.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8903080821037292, "token_count": 112, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__79156341", "lang": "en", "text": "WaterPulse mats are ideally suited for Retailers and Growers\nWaterPulse provides custom-sized mats to sit on retail tables and trays. Our system injects water directly into the mats, and virtually eliminates the need for retail store associates to hand water plants in stores.\nOur Mass Flow mats are available in 4′ and 5′ widths, and can be cut to any length needed. Connected to a water source and timer, these mats provide the most efficient irrigation system to grow your crop.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.getmoreatroar.com/premium-bark-mulch/", "date": "2023-12-07T00:58:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100626.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206230347-20231207020347-00522.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9059045910835266, "token_count": 383, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__313900307", "lang": "en", "text": "Transform your yard into aN oasis with ROAR\nOur premium selection of bark mulch will breathe new life into your landscape, creating an enchanting ambiance that will leave your neighbors in awe.\nSold by the cubic yard. All Products are subject to Mass State Sales Tax. Pricing subject to change without notice.\nDark Walnut MIXTURE\nElevate Your Landscape with Our Premium Bark Mulch:\nEnhance Beauty, Suppress Weeds, and Nurture Healthy Plants!\n- Enhanced Beauty: Premium bark mulch adds a touch of elegance to your landscape, providing a clean and polished look that instantly elevates the aesthetic appeal of your outdoor space.\n- Erosion Control: Premium bark mulch helps prevent soil erosion by acting as a protective layer that shields the soil from the impact of heavy rain and wind. This prevents loss of topsoil and preserves the integrity of your landscape, ensuring the longevity and stability of your plants and garden beds.\n- Moisture Retention: By acting as a protective layer, premium bark mulch helps to retain moisture in the soil, reducing water evaporation and promoting healthier plant growth. This feature is especially beneficial during hot and dry seasons.\n- Temperature Regulation: Premium bark mulch acts as an insulator, regulating soil temperature by keeping it cooler during hot summer months and warmer during colder seasons. This stable environment provides optimal conditions for root development and overall plant health.\n- Nutrient Enrichment: As premium bark mulch decomposes over time, it gradually releases valuable nutrients into the soil. This natural fertilization process enriches the soil, providing essential nourishment to plants and promoting their vitality and growth.\n- Weed Suppression: The dense composition of premium bark mulch forms a natural barrier against weeds, effectively suppressing their growth and reducing the need for constant weeding and maintenance.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.healthsnacks.com.au/product/cocoroselle-organic-coconut-sugar-raw-low-gi-500g/", "date": "2019-12-07T05:16:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540495263.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20191207032404-20191207060404-00232.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9036838412284851, "token_count": 224, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__24171405", "lang": "en", "text": "CocoRoselle Organic Coconut sugar is low GI; much lower GI (35) than white sugar, brown sugar, molasses, maple syrup and honey. Coconut Sugar can be used as an alternative to other sugars. Great for baking, using in tea or coffee, or mixing with coconut oil to create an incredible body scrub. It contains important minerals such as copper, iron, magnesium, zinc and potassium and vitamins C and B1 (thiamine).\nCoconut Sugar is also known as coco sugar, coconut palm sugar, coco sap sugar or coconut blossom sugar. It is a palm sugar produced from the sap of the flower bud stem of the coconut palm. It has a mild caramel flavor, unlike any other natural sweetener. Compared to natural cane sugar, the sweetness is somewhat less pronounced and the flavour is more floral.\n100% organic coconut sugar.\nMade from evaporated wild harvested, fresh organically grown coconut blossom sap.\nFree from artificial ingredients, preservatives, additives and extenders.\nNatural coconut sugars’ colour may vary depending on harvest season.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.beiselen.com/fertilizer/", "date": "2020-08-15T07:39:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439740733.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20200815065105-20200815095105-00085.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9337721467018127, "token_count": 214, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__49096803", "lang": "en", "text": "The fertilizer market belongs to the core competencies at Beiselen for more than 100 years. Due to this vast experience, an in-depth understanding of market needs, and our longstanding relationships with suppliers, our customers benefit from high reliability, comprehensive expert advice, professional handling and a high product quality.\nIn addition to nitrogenous fertilizers, our products range from P and PK fertilizers, all potash products, as well as limestone from various production sites.\nOur renowned, predominantly West European, fertilizer suppliers continuously develop their products in close cooperation with the official bodies. This ensures that our fertilizer product portfolio always meets the latest technical and environmental requirements. In order to offer you the widest range of products possible, we complement our range with products obtained from Central and Southeast Europe, the Baltic States, the CIS and the Middle East.\nOur sales network, which covers entire Germany, in addition to a high availability of stock, guarantees our customers the best possible service at an individual and regional level. You can find an overview of all our storage and handling locations here.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.futureag.org.au/industry/career-profile/indsutry-opportunites1.html", "date": "2018-12-15T19:31:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376826968.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20181215174802-20181215200802-00184.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9617505669593811, "token_count": 218, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__75146271", "lang": "en", "text": "What is it?\nA farm manager overseas farm operation including livestock managment, crop cultivation, fruit and vegetable production and other agricultural enterprises.\nWhat will I do?\nBeing a farm manager includes tasks such as preparing annual forecasts, budgets and other business plans. You would also monitor and maintain records of things like production, operating costs, inputs and market changes. Depending on the type of farm, you would be looking after animals, plants or both and preparing them for market. You would also be involved in the marketing and sale of your product. The farm manager also supervises other farm staff, ensures buildings and equipment are maintained and undertakes activities to ensure good environmental management.\nIs it right for me?\nIf you like working outdoors, working with animals and plants, can work independently and have skills in planning, problem solving, technology use, communication, mechanics and organisation - then yes!\nHow do I get there?\nThere are many pathways to a job on a farm - you can do a traineeship, study agriculture at university or go straight into a job.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://poyntonfruitfarm.co.uk/", "date": "2024-02-24T18:43:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474544.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224180245-20240224210245-00822.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.962296187877655, "token_count": 270, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__169575122", "lang": "en", "text": "WELCOME TO POYNTON FRUIT FARM\nWe are a family run pick your own fruit farm in Poynton, Cheshire.\nLevel punnet (approx 1kg) level basket (approx 2.5kg)\nSee what recent fruit pickers have had to say about our beautiful fruit farm!\n”Came for our first visit today and had a fabulous time. We will certainly be back next season to pick some more delicious fruit and eat some gorgeous ice cream.JENNIFER MCINTYRE\n”Visited the fruit farm today and had a great afternoon. The fruit was lovely, the ice cream was delicious and the staff were really friendly. We will visit again next season!TRACEY HOBSON\n”We took our 3 year old girls to the farm today, staff are absolutely brilliant and so friendly, our girls loved it so much can't wait to come back!AMY LEEANN TAIT\n”Lovely farm, friendly staff, great for family fruit picking and their ice cream is del-icious, should be much more than 5 stars.NICOLA AMBER\n”Love this place, staff are really friendly and the fruit is amazing. You must try their home made icecream!CAT MELLOR", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.shqp.gov.cn/english/news/20220811/956826.html", "date": "2022-10-01T04:27:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030335530.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20221001035148-20221001065148-00730.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.946084201335907, "token_count": 242, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__565559", "lang": "en", "text": "Recently, CCTV news channel focused on Shanghai's efforts to promote the automation and intellectualization of vegetable production, and made a special report on efforts of Qingpu District's Chonggu Town to improve the mechanized production and intellectualization of green leafy vegetables.\nIn the vegetable planting base in Chonggu Town's Xinfeng Village, more than ten varieties of green leafy vegetables are mainly planted in the greenhouse all-year round. Daily management and protection rely on automatic agricultural machinery, such as automatic dosing machine, automatic ridging machine, automatic seeder and automatic harvester.\nIn the past, a greenhouse needed 10 people, but now it only needs one to two people, which not only reduces the planting cost, but also increases production and income. In the past, the average annual income of farmers was about 60,000 yuan (US$8,880) to 80,000 yuan, but now it has increased to 100,000 yuan to 120,000 yuan.\nShanghai has established 27 agricultural machinery vegetable planting demonstration bases. By the end of last year, the planting area was more than 9,600 mu, and the average mechanization rate had reached 64 percent.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://sunshinestatenews.497elwb01.blackmesh.com/blog/sen-marco-rubio-explains-why-he-didnt-support-farm-bill", "date": "2019-08-23T22:58:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027319082.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20190823214536-20190824000536-00088.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9664470553398132, "token_count": 185, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-35", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__120151228", "lang": "en", "text": "Sen. Rubio Explains Why He Didn't Support the Farm Bill\nU.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, released a statement Tuesday after voting against the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill):\n“The farm bill released late last night fails to do what is necessary to protect farmers, working families, and taxpayers,\" Rubio said. \"The conference committee had an opportunity to take the best provisions from both the Senate and House farm bills, but instead it appears to have combined the worst elements into legislation that I simply cannot support.\n\"When I voted for the Senate Farm Bill, it was to advance the legislative process, with the goal being a five-year farm bill that would give Florida farmers much-needed confidence following the devastation of Hurricane Irma and the prospects of an uncertain trade future. The conferees failed to meet that standard.”\nComments are now closed.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://chenfarm.com.tw/en/", "date": "2024-04-12T12:05:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296815919.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412101354-20240412131354-00245.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9466104507446289, "token_count": 407, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__130448596", "lang": "en", "text": "Passion Fruit Jelly Drink\nGuava Jelly Drink\nOrganic Strawberry Juice Konjac\nOrganic Passion Fruit Juice Konjac\nOrganic Mulberry Juice Konjac\nMulberry & Litchi & Rose Jam\nOrganic Mulberry & Strawberry Jam\nOrganic Mulberry Jam\n陳稼莊 有機農業的先行者 Since 1989\nThe owner of the Chen Jiah Juang Orchard, Chen Kun-sheng, graduated from the Animal Husbandry Department of the Agricultural College, Chung Hsing University, used to be a straightforward and industrious peasant boy, born in Ditougang Village, Yanshui Township, Tainan County. Although he was away from home when he pursued studies, and engaged in animal husbandry-related careers after graduation. Until an unexpected chance came upon him that made him determined to return from the city to the countryside of his hometown to buy a piece of farmland and switched careers into Agriculture, and founded “Chen Jiah Juang Orchard” in 1989, due to his childhood memory of the natural farming experience with his father in the fields which affected him deeply.\nBeing concerned about the ecological environment and opposed to toxic substances, Chen Kun-sheng keeps his passion for respecting life and cherishing the land. He has made up mind not to use pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and herbicides starting from his first land’s farming when he aspired to become a farmer, and he held the principle “natural farming without pesticides”, which set forth the founding value of Chen Jiah Juang Orchard.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://landscape360.ca/spring-cleanup-services/", "date": "2022-05-16T21:18:02Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662512249.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20220516204516-20220516234516-00493.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9169133305549622, "token_count": 298, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__247011808", "lang": "en", "text": "When the seasons start to change and winter turns to spring, we always start by spring cleaning inside our houses. But it’s also important to make sure your lawn and yard are well taken care of, too, which is why we offer spring cleanup services.\nSpring is truly the best time of year to schedule a cleanup with Landscape 360. We specialize in lawn care, landscaping, and hardscaping, so your yard looks its best after the snow melts.\nWe can start you off right with a thorough spring cleanup to ready your yard for summertime. Not only will your yard be cleaner, but it will save you from future hassles that occur when your yard isn’t up to par. We can help aerate and elevate the dead grass to help with new growth below.\nWe start with the removal of any trash or debris leftover on your lawn.\n- Dog Feces\n- Bigger Twigs\nNext, we will begin to rake up your lawn, gathering the smaller fragments from your yard. This will ensure that you avoid snow mould, a fungal disease that occurs when dead plant life gets wet and begins to decay.\nAfterwards, we will unearth old perennial stalks and prepare flower beds for planting and fertilizing them.\n- Work In Compost\n- Weed Removal & Dead Growth\n- Prune Shrubs", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.branchesandknots.com/products/jennifer-glasgow-rosetta-top-denim", "date": "2023-10-03T17:27:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511170.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003160453-20231003190453-00787.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9204267859458923, "token_count": 412, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__230970980", "lang": "en", "text": "Jennifer Glasgow | ROSETTA Top - Denim\nMade in a sweet denim blend of organic cotton and hemp, the Rosetta can be worn as a top on its own or a little jacket. With the waist ties and buttons up the front, Rosetta is ready for everything. A very versatile item for fall and all the season.\n- 55% Hemp / 45% Organic Cotton. OEKO-TEX 100.\n- Available in Denim,\n- Sizes XS – XXL.\n- Harissa is 5’7” and wears size XL\n- Shelby is 5’8” and wears size XS\n- Made in Montreal\nKey Measurements & Wash Instructions\nKey Measurements based on XS.\n- Shoulder to sleeve hem 21.5\"\n- Shoulder seam to hemline 16.5\"\nWash instructions – machine wash in cold water with similar colours / hang to dry.\nEco Benefits of Hemp and Hemp Blends\nHemp is a wonderfully durable and long lasting textile that was first woven over 10,000 years ago. It is very breathable and has UV resistance and anti-microbial characteristics. It resembles linen and is usually mixed with other fibres to soften and give it draping characteristics. It is an excellent crop for farmers too! Needing far less water than cotton, almost no chemicals and much higher yields on less land, hemp has once again found its place in the textile landscape. In addition it blocks out weeds as it grows and can improve soil quality.\nEco Benefits of Organic Cotton\nFrom the seed preparation which is natural and untreated with pesticides, to soil conservation and harvesting, the farming of organic cotton ensures the land and the people working it, are healthier and happier. Conventional cotton is one of the most chemically insensitive as classified by the Environmental Protection Agency.\nOrganic cotton is not exposed to the fibre weakening chemicals that conventional cotton endures therefore it should outlast a regular cotton item.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://flxwine.wordpress.com/", "date": "2014-08-22T21:36:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-35/segments/1408500824562.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20140820021344-00245-ip-10-180-136-8.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9445074200630188, "token_count": 947, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-35", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-35__0__192258949", "lang": "en", "text": "One of the most visible signs of harvest approaching is when the red grape varieties begin to develop their color, in a process called veraison. The term in French means “the onset of ripening,” and everywhere in the world where grapes are grown it is accompanied by excitement and a buzz of activity.\nTable grapes at veraison.\nVeraison actually started about a month ago in the Finger Lakes. Each varietal marches to its beat of its own drum, with the unknown table grapes shown above from last weekend well on there way, while Cabernet Sauvignon right across the street is less farther along. Concords in my yard just have a few berries per cluster showing signs of pink.\nCabernet Sauvignon at veraison.\nFrom the time berries form until veraison, energy goes into cell division. At veraison, changes occur in the cells so that energy goes into sugar development. At the same time, malic acid degrades, leaving tartaric acid as the dominant acid component. For Chardonnay and red wines, it is often desired to convert tartaric acid back to malic by malolactic fermentation, but more about that when we actually get there.\nOne of many tools to scare away birds.\nUnfortunately, birds and deer also know something is up, in part visually and also due to changes in the aromas in the vineyard. Growers have a number of tricks at their disposal, such as these modern versions of scarecrows, propane powered cannons, and netting.\nBased on data collected by Cornell, the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets has notified wineries that they may purchase out of state grapes due to this year’s winter damage. State law allows this on a per-varietal basis when the loss for the varietal is 40% or more. The affected grapes are:\n- Cabernet Franc\n- Cabernet Sauvignon\n- Gamay Noir\n- La Crescent\n- Pinot Gris\n- Pinot Noir\nSeveral of these are surprising, for instance Frontenac and La Crescent that are supposedly winter hardy down to minus 33 degrees. A spot check of weather recorded up north (Watertown) and out west towards Buffalo, where wineries producing with these grapes are situated, did not uncover anything near that. It would be interesting to know more about the affected wineries and their fruit sources.\nAlthough I have come to believe that decks tend to be stacked against grape suppliers as opposed to purchasers, New York does have a rigorous process for granting waivers. A winery seeking to use out of state fruit must list 3 growers from which it tried to purchase, and the amounts must be in line with what it has purchased in the past. Further, if the wine is less than 75% New York grapes, it cannot carry a New York or regional appellation. The benefit to the winery is that it can at least continue to participate in the wine market. Alas, all the grower has to fall back on is crop insurance.\nYet another weather system in moving into the Finger Lakes the next two days with the potential to drop another 1 to 3 inches of rain. According to the Cornell University Northeast Regional Climate Center (NRCC), the temperature hasn’t been far off from the long term averages, but the summer has been decidedly wet, with flooding experienced in Ithaca, Penn Yan, and other areas in the Finger Lakes.\n|*through August 11\nMore troubling has been severe storms we have experienced, including several bouts of hail and one spate of tornadoes.\nHail on a deck near Ithaca, courtesy Finger Lakes Weather and Sharon Heller.\nWhile no farmer ever wants to see hail, this type of precipitation is particularly tough on grapes. The photo below is probably of a native American varietal, as indicated by the loose clusters. Vinifera tends to be more tightly clustered, and a puncture in the skin of a grape on the outside of the cluster allows juice to stream inside where, with nowhere to go, it produces rot. The juice from compromised clusters is decidedly, in the words of Alton Brown, “not good eats,” and they must be discarded or the grapes sorted before pressing – an arduous and expensive process for which there is little time during harvest.\nHail damaged grapes, courtesy Finger Lakes Grape Program.\nAt this point in the season, the grapes have all the water they need. Some stretches of sunshine and low humidity would be most helpful.\nPosted in Growing", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://biswawritesworlds.com/2021/12/06/millets-the-future-crop-of-india/", "date": "2022-12-06T22:00:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711114.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20221206192947-20221206222947-00366.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9374269247055054, "token_count": 1914, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__60633603", "lang": "en", "text": "In order to establish the fact that Millets really are the future crop of the country, a couple of things must be looked at. This article, therefore, arrives at the answer to the heading by exploring Millets through a number of different headers-\n- What makes Millets special?\n- Worldwide production & availability\n- Nutritional information\n- Health benefits of using millets\n- The business angle\n- The way forward\nBy exploring these topics in a somewhat detailed manner, it would be easier to support the fact that Millets truly are the crops of the future.\nMillet is the term given to a collective group of small-seeded grass (Poaceae, which is the scientific term for grass) that primarily grows in developing countries like India, Niger, Mali and Nigeria. Being one of the earliest cultivated crops, millets was primarily considered to be a major ingredient in bird seeds, but it is interesting to note that millets have been used in making beer, flatbreads, porridges and other fermented beverages for many years now.\nSome of the most popularly cultivated millets and their scientific names are listed down below-\n- Finger millet (Eleusine coracana)\n- Pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum)\n- Foxtail millet (Setaria italica)\n- Little Millet (Panicum sumatrense)\nThe genus Echinochloa contains the Indian and Japanese barnyard millets. There are several other variants of millets, but these listed are the most popular. Millets are divided into two broad categories- major and minor. While the major brand contains the most popular millets like pearl, foxtail, finger (Ragi in India) and Proso (White millet); the minor branch contains the unpopular ones like barnyard, little, Guinea, fonio, Kodo to name a few. It is heartening to note that Millets has been positively accepted in almost all parts of the world, especially the developed countries and many are now adding millets in their day to day diet because of its advantages.\nWhat makes millets special?\nOne of the best qualities of the crop is its extremely high tolerance for droughts. To highlight how little water is needed for rearing these plants, it is insightful to notice that whereas to grow one kilogram of rice, almost 5000 litres of water is required, the same quantity of millets requires only 250 to 300 litres at maximum. Millets are widely referred to as the climate-smart crop as it has the potential to combat the ongoing global climate crisis. In addition, millets grow well in the absence of pesticide and insecticide, and in the hands of the trained farmer, they require little to no input labour.\nAfter harvesting, the remaining stalks can be used for animal fodder, and millets themselves are used as bird feeds as well. In fact, in developed nations such as the United States and the United Kingdom, millets were primarily used as bird feed before their miracle qualities caught the public eye. In recent years, a trend towards organic farming and alternatives to the already well-established grains have made millets as a favourite go-to grain for many. Millets can also be used as the raw material for biofuels. There are several studies that have been conducted on the same.\nWorldwide production & availability\nIndia currently leads the world in Millet production followed by the African countries of Nigeria and Niger. China is also present in the list as one of the leading producers, although it lags much behind India in this aspect. The figures shown here are for the year 2107. In India, as of 2018, the crop is grown in 21 states, and the states of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Kerala and Jharkhand give high importance to the growth of millets.\nThe image below compares the nutritional content of different kinds of Millet to Rice, Wheat and Quinoa, which are other crops widely consumed throughout the world. Raw Millet is composed of roughly 73% carbohydrates, 9% water, 11% protein and 4% fat, thereby making them low fat but high carb alternatives. Millets are rich in phenols, especially catechins and ferulic acid which act as antioxidants. Millets are also gluten-free, making them an ideal source of food for those inflicted by the celiac disease or for those who choose to eat gluten-free.\nHealth benefits of using millets\nWith increasing obesity and stress in the upcoming population, millets serve as a cancelling factor for many of the diseases that develop because of obesity and stress. These claims are made only after years of testing with multiple test subjects within which the improvements were noticed.\n- Healthy heart: Being a good source of Magnesium, millets help keep the heart beating strong. Magnesium-rich foods help reduce the effects of asthma, and the frequency of migraine attacks.\n- Lowering the risk of Type 2 Diabetes: Another reason to have millets is their uncanny ability to reduce the risk of diabetes which can again be attributed to the high concentration of magnesium present in the grains.\n- Gallstone prevention: Consumption of fibre rich foods have shown to reduce the chances of gallbladder stones forming within the individual. It is speculated that fibre-rich foods pass through the intestines rapidly and also reduces the bile secretion, thereby decreasing the chances of stone formation.\n- Breast Cancer shield: Fibres are shown to reduce the instances of breast cancer among women who are pre-menopausal.\nThe Business Angle\nA strong business plan is extremely important for the success of a product. So, it is highly essential that a stakeholder analysis should be done keeping in mind, Millets. The potential stakeholders in India with respect to Millets would be-\n- The farmers\n- The Governments (both Central and State)\n- Entrepreneurs (preferably in the organic product area)\n- Suppliers and Distributors\n- Retailers and Wholesalers\n- The customers (People who buy might be different from the end-user, the consumer)\n- The consumers (People who cook and eat the Millets)\n- Workers employed across the value chain\nIt has to be kept in mind that for Millets, the competitor would be wheat, rice and other widely available and used grain crops.\nHigh power, high interest: These would be the farmers, as they have maximum involvement with maize. The customer, end consumer and Government belong in this category.\nHigh power, low interest: Retailers, Suppliers, Wholesalers and Distributors who keep stock of competitor to Millets would belong in this category.\nLow power, high interest: Entrepreneurs would belong in this category as when they are setting up a business; entrepreneurs don’t have much control over the external factors.\nLow power, low interest: This would comprise of the workers that are employed across the value chain. These workers, while taking up the role of customer or consumer, automatically gets shifted to the high power-high interest segment.\nThe image below gives the readers a brief idea of the marketing efficiencies of various marketing channels associated with the Pearl Millets.\nThe Way Forward\nIt goes without saying that government impetus is extremely important in making Millet the star crop of the country. Several marketing campaigns that focus on the importance of millets have to be designed and circulated amongst the masses by the government in addition to Millet based initiatives. Odisha government has taken a number of steps in this regard, and the images below show the initiatives taken by the government towards the same.\nA robust public distribution system of not only Millets but also other essential grains will ensure that Millets are helpful in satiating the hunger of the poor. In addition, farmers need to be incentivized properly regarding the production of Millets as a whole and a strategic team need to be deployed by the government that makes use of barren, low-quality lands to produce millets while useful well-nourished lands can be used for the production of other crops.\nIf India can successfully leverage the growing preference for Millets, both in the country and worldwide, improve its Yield per Hectare of Millets by commercializing it, incentivizing production amongst farmers and improving distribution using the PDS, then Millets will definitely be one of India’s top exports bringing in much-needed revenue from outside.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://freyacultivation.com/blogs/news/root-oxygenation-in-aeroponics-a-scientific-exploration", "date": "2023-12-06T04:05:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100583.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206031946-20231206061946-00217.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8725373148918152, "token_count": 1409, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__140275594", "lang": "en", "text": "Aeroponics, a cutting-edge cultivation technique, has garnered significant attention in recent years due to its ability to maximize plant growth by providing optimal levels of oxygen to the roots. This innovative method suspends plant roots in an air-rich environment while periodically misting them with a nutrient-rich solution. In this scientific essay, we delve into the crucial role of root oxygenation in aeroponics, supported by empirical evidence and scholarly research.\nUnderstanding the Importance of Oxygen\nOxygen, an essential element for plant respiration, plays a pivotal role in several critical physiological processes. In traditional soil-based cultivation, oxygen is often abundant in the root zone. However, in soilless systems like hydroponics and aeroponics, ensuring an adequate oxygen supply becomes paramount due to the absence of soil.\nThe primary functions of oxygen in plants include:\nCellular Respiration: Oxygen is essential for energy production through cellular respiration. During this process, plants convert stored sugars into energy, driving various metabolic activities crucial for growth and development.\nRoot Respiration: Roots require oxygen to respire and produce energy. In an oxygen-deficient environment, root respiration decreases, negatively impacting nutrient uptake and overall plant health.\nMicrobial Activity: Beneficial microbes in the root zone also rely on oxygen to carry out essential nutrient transformations and protect plants from pathogenic organisms.\nOxygen in Aeroponics: The Key to Success\nAeroponic systems excel at providing an oxygen-rich environment for plant roots. In these systems, roots are suspended in air, allowing for maximum exposure to oxygen. This elevated oxygen availability offers several advantages:\n1. Enhanced Nutrient Uptake\nResearch conducted by Zhou et al. (2018) on lettuce cultivation in aeroponics revealed that plants exhibited improved nutrient uptake efficiency compared to traditional soil-based systems. The study attributed this enhancement to the abundance of oxygen surrounding the roots, which facilitated nutrient absorption.\nScientific Source: Zhou, Y., Xin, C., Shen, C., & Song, W. (2018). Nutrient uptake and growth of lettuce as influenced by root-zone temperature in aeroponic production. Frontiers in Plant Science, 9, 1517.\n2. Rapid Growth and Development\nAeroponically grown plants often exhibit accelerated growth rates and increased biomass. The ample oxygen supply supports robust root development, which, in turn, promotes nutrient absorption and overall plant vitality.\n3. Disease Suppression\nA well-oxygenated root zone discourages the proliferation of anaerobic pathogens that thrive in low-oxygen environments. As a result, aeroponically grown plants are less susceptible to root diseases, reducing the need for chemical interventions.\n4. Efficient Resource Utilization\nThe enhanced oxygenation in aeroponics optimizes the efficiency of resource utilization. Plants can extract nutrients more effectively, reducing wastage and the environmental impact associated with excessive nutrient runoff.\nOxygen Dynamics in Aeroponics\nUnderstanding the dynamics of oxygen in aeroponics is crucial for optimizing the growth of cultivated crops. Several factors influence the availability and utilization of oxygen in these systems:\n1. Oxygen Saturation Levels\nAeroponic systems typically maintain oxygen saturation levels in the root zone ranging from 20% to 30%. This range ensures an abundant oxygen supply for roots to carry out respiration efficiently.\n2. Oxygen Delivery Method\nThe misting system in aeroponics serves a dual purpose—delivering nutrients and oxygen. High-pressure misting nozzles create fine droplets that envelop the roots, allowing for effective oxygen transfer.\n3. Environmental Factors\nEnvironmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, and airflow impact oxygen availability. Growers can fine-tune these factors to optimize oxygen levels based on crop requirements.\nRoot Oxygenation in Practice\nPractical implications arise from the scientific understanding of root oxygenation in aeroponics. Growers and researchers can implement strategies to maximize the benefits of this cultivation method:\n1. Monitoring and Control\nContinuous monitoring of oxygen levels in the root zone is essential. Oxygen sensors can provide real-time data, allowing growers to make timely adjustments to environmental conditions or misting intervals.\n2. Root Health Assessment\nRegular assessment of root health is crucial. Healthy, oxygenated roots appear white or light tan, while dark or brown roots may indicate oxygen deficiency or disease. Prompt corrective actions can prevent further damage.\n3. Environmental Optimization\nFine-tuning environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and misting intervals can help maintain optimal oxygen levels. Growers should tailor these parameters to the specific needs of their crops.\n4. Oxygenation Backup Systems\nTo ensure uninterrupted oxygen supply, backup systems, such as redundant air pumps or oxygen generators, can be employed. These systems act as fail-safes in case of primary oxygenation system failures.\nFuture Perspectives: Advancing Root Oxygenation\nThe importance of root oxygenation in aeroponics extends beyond current practices. Ongoing research explores innovative methods to further enhance oxygen availability to plant roots. Some of the promising areas of development include:\n1. Advanced Mist Systems\nResearch is underway to develop misting systems that not only deliver nutrients efficiently but also optimize oxygen transfer. Innovations in nozzle design and mist generation techniques hold the potential to elevate root oxygenation.\n2. Genetic Modification\nGenetic modification of crops to enhance their oxygen uptake capabilities is a fascinating avenue. Researchers are exploring genetic traits that promote the development of more efficient root systems for improved respiration.\n3. Artificial Intelligence Integration\nThe integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into aeroponic systems allows for dynamic control of environmental variables based on real-time data. AI-driven systems can ensure precise oxygen management, further enhancing crop performance.\nRoot oxygenation stands as a cornerstone of success in aeroponic cultivation. The ability to provide plants with an abundant oxygen supply is a defining feature of this innovative growing method. Scientific research has underscored the critical role of oxygen in nutrient uptake, disease prevention, and overall plant health.\nAs aeroponics continues to evolve, the optimization of root oxygenation remains a focal point for growers, researchers, and agricultural innovators. The practical implementation of monitoring, control, and environmental adjustments, coupled with ongoing advancements in misting technology and genetic research, promises to push the boundaries of what can be achieved in this revolutionary cultivation method.\nThe future of agriculture lies in our ability to harness the full potential of root oxygenation, paving the way for sustainable, high-yield crop production in an ever-changing world.\n- Zhou, Y., Xin, C., Shen, C., & Song, W. (2018). Nutrient uptake and growth of lettuce as influenced by root-zone temperature in aeroponic production. Frontiers in Plant Science, 9, 1517.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://medinalawncare.com/planting-in-the-fall-season/", "date": "2022-05-19T02:00:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662522741.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20220519010618-20220519040618-00519.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9504196047782898, "token_count": 676, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__11136269", "lang": "en", "text": "Time is running short! The countdown begins for the last successful planting in our fall season for Chicago.\nContrary to what the “Big-Box” garden centers would like to have you believe. Planting your tree in the spring when it is in full bloom is not a sound practice from a horticultural stand point. Trees, like humans, need their rest. By planting in the fall when the sap is down in the tree you are not disturbing its annual growth cycle.\nFall planting allows the roots to become established through the winter, especially the tender new feeders. This process is necessary for beautiful spring blooms and summer leaves.\nFall planting is especially recommended for “balled” and “burlapped” trees that have been dug up from nursery fields. Keep in mind that even “blooming” or “leafed out” trees experience some shock during a spring time planting.\nRegardless of how careful you are, the root of the tree to be planted can still be disturbed in a container grown tree; additionally, the tender blooms and the new leaf growth can be damaged in transport. This is why I always recommend covering your tree with a horticultural tarp while in transit.\nAdditionally, fall allows for ample time to correct soil instabilities, time to let soil modifiers do their stuff, time to prepare for the expansion and contraction from freezing and thawing that will loosen\nwell-worked clay soils. And there’s plenty of free organic matter at hand.\nThe advantages of fall plantings become very clear. You eliminate very hot days, days that can quickly dehydrate any plant life – especially trees. One of the key secrets to success in any planting is WATER, WATER, WATER! This not only promotes new root growth, it also provides protection from hard freezes. Thorough watering before an extreme cold spell is as important as a thorough watering before a summer dry spell.\nBe cautious however, not to plant in very wet soil as this can also be very harmful to the root system. I do not plant on a rainy day, or a day that has followed a big storm because when you work wet soil, especially in Chicago, you are only compacting the soil which needs to drain properly and provide nutrients to the root system.\nPrior to planting your tree or shrub, I always create a 30/30/30 mix of sand, top soil, and “pine fines” or compost to feed the roots of my plant. Chicago has very “silty” soil, which is soil that is heavily laden with clay. To break up the clay and promote proper drainage among other things in your soil, I strongly my recommend 30/30/30 practice.\nMulching at the base of the newly planted fall tree is also very important because it retains moisture in the soil and keeps weeds to a minimum. I recommend using two to four inches of any sterilized organic material. Black forest mulch is an ideal choice. There are several good options available, I prefer this one.\nNow that I have explained the advantages of fall plantings, pick out trees and shrubs that best suit you style and needs, and enjoy the beautiful display of color while you are preparing for the winter ahead.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://aclunkupstairs.blogspot.com/2013/08/my-slow-life-movement.html", "date": "2017-05-01T02:26:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917126538.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031206-00051-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9863227605819702, "token_count": 323, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__268693654", "lang": "en", "text": "For the last month I've been asking Mother Nature to grace us with a beautiful day for our garden harvest party evening. That day came yesterday, and we couldn't have had a more lovely evening to sit outside and visit with friends. I was so thankful for the sunshine and even more thankful for the cool temps. Though I was happy Mother Nature spread her arms wide and did her magic, I was somewhat sad that so many of my friends and family didn't join us. And as we sat there, eating and talking, I listened to several say, \"I can't stay long. I have to do _____________.\" Unfortunately, the ripple effect took place and as soon as one person left, others followed suit. It was almost a fast-food event.\nWhat happened to slowing down, truly slowing down and enjoying just being? Why is there a need to overlap activities, making it impossible to relax and give one's full attention to just the one event?\nI did enjoy all the work leading up to the garden harvest party--the painted chairs and the table we made from the pallets, the jams and relish, and the gardens themselves. Having the garden harvest party allowed me to be creative and productive. And seeing someone walking past the house look over, see all the color, and smile as they continue on their way makes me smile.\nNow, with the garden harvest party over and having to return to work just a week away, I'm going to slow down even more to soak up the last remnants of what has been one of the best summers I've ever had.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.gsi.ie/en-ie/events-and-news/events/Pages/Terra-Soil-Final-Conference.aspx", "date": "2024-04-25T04:55:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712297284704.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425032156-20240425062156-00265.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8950322270393372, "token_count": 271, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__121264379", "lang": "en", "text": "The Terra Soil Conference marks the conclusion of the collaborative research project between Geological Survey Ireland and Teagasc. Initiated in 2018, the Terra Soil project aims to derive agronomic and environmental indicators from Tellus soil sample data. The final conference will serve as the platform for the official release of new datasets, maps, reports, and scientific papers produced during this period.\nDr. Karen Daly from Teagasc and Dr. Jim Hodgson from Geological Survey Ireland will kick off the event with an overview of Terra Soil, the official data release, and future plans. Following this, Niall Ryan from DAFM will give a talk on policy, particularly focusing on the data needed for EU soil monitoring law. Dr. Rebecca Hall and Dr. Felipe Bachion de Santa from Teagasc, who will overview the main results from Terra Soil. After which, Dr. Olaf Schmidt from UCD will present on the link between soil geochemistry and biodiversity. The event will conclude with a panel discussion on the value of soil data, chaired by Ray Scanlon from Geological Survey Ireland.\nAll data produced by Terra Soil will be available for free on the Geological Survey Ireland website. For more information about Terra Soil, click here.\nIf you are interested in attending please email firstname.lastname@example.org.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://glaciermedia.ca/glacier-farmmedia-teams-up-with-the-canada-agriculture-and-food-museum-to-unleash-the-soil-superheroes/", "date": "2024-04-19T23:57:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817463.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419234422-20240420024422-00807.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9013193845748901, "token_count": 869, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__64554685", "lang": "en", "text": "Winnipeg, MB., April 22, 2021. A new partnership between the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum (CAFM) and Glacier FarmMedia will bring critical awareness to an issue that affects us all – soil health and sustainability.\n“Healthy soil is essential to our food security, climate, health, and the overall quality of life for all Canadians,” says Kerry-Leigh Burchill, Director General at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum. “Through this exciting partnership with Glacier FarmMedia, the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is committed to fostering a greater appreciation and understanding of this finite resource, and the importance of soil stewardship in contemporary agriculture.”\nThe Museum – one of three under Ingenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation – offers visitors of all ages the unique opportunity to interact with a working farm in the heart of the nation’s capital, alongside immersive exhibitions, educational programming, and skills demonstrations to support food literacy. Like Glacier FarmMedia, raising awareness about soil health and connecting audiences with sustainable solutions and best practices is a priority for the Museum.\n“The Canadian Agriculture and Food Museum and Glacier FarmMedia are aligned in our vision to promote and protect soil health,” says Lynda Tityk, Executive Vice-President, Glacier FarmMedia. “Soil is facing critical issues that impact everyone. Awareness and outreach is timely, critical, and paves the way for all Canadians to work together, which will be vital to protect this resource.”\nThe Museum will be working with the agriculture industry and soil experts to share the latest soil science and reinforce the essential link between healthy soils and food production. Through on-site and digital programming, their important message about soil sustainability will be shared across farming sectors and with their national audience of over 1 million people.\nAs a media partner, Glacier FarmMedia will help to launch and promote the initiative which will kick-off with the launch of the Soil Superheroes exhibition. The exhibition provides visitors with an underground perspective on the importance of soil science and conservation through imaginative characters that demonstrate how soil provides humans with food and medicine, cleans the water we drink, and protects our climate. The exhibition will launch at the museum in 2021 before touring from coast to coast with a discovery cart filled with educational resources. The format is designed to spark conversations and curiosity in a broad spectrum of venues with the intention of serving urban centres, remote communities, science centres, libraries or other public venues.\nFor more information:\nDirector of Corporate Communication, Glacier FarmMedia\nIngenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation\nAbout Glacier FarmMedia\nGlacier FarmMedia, is the agricultural division of Glacier Media Inc., an information communications company focused on the provision of primary and essential information and related services through print, electronic and online media. The Glacier FarmMedia family includes: Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, the Farm Forum Event, Advancing Women Conferences, The Western Producer, Grainews, Country Guide, Manitoba Co-operator, Canadian Cattlemen, Alberta Farmer Express, Farmtario, Le Bulletin des Agriculteurs, Ag Dealer, Global Auction Guide and Farmzilla. For more information, visit farmmedia.com.\nAbout the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum\nIngenium – Canada’s Museums of Science and Innovation oversees three museums, one of which is the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum. The museum offers hands-on food literacy demonstrations and immersive exhibitions on a working farm in the heart of our nation’s capital. It showcases milestones in Canadian agriculture which inform and inspire the future of food security and sustainable agriculture. It also highlights the relationship between agricultural science and technology and Canadians’ everyday lives. Visitors to the national site have a unique opportunity to experience hands-on demonstrations, participate in seasonal programs and to see diverse breeds of farm animals as well as technology. Virtual visitors and national audiences are able to access learning modules, experiments, recipes and online programs that feature key issues of our time.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lindamchawi.com/research/", "date": "2023-05-30T10:57:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224645595.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20230530095645-20230530125645-00247.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9200822114944458, "token_count": 270, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__224147119", "lang": "en", "text": "Second year Master of Science in Biodiversity Informatics student at the Malawi University of Science and Technology.\nResearch Topic: Loss of Agrobiodiversity of Underutilised Root and Tuber Crops in Malawi: A study on Livingstone Potato (Plectranthus esculentus)\nThe Livingstone potato is one of the earliest African crops to be domesticated, and has now become a rarity after a long history of cultivation throughout the African continent and it is regarded as a lost crop and as such, has been classified among the neglected and underutilised crop species (NUCS) (Kujeke et al., 2019). Countries known to grow this crop include Malawi, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Nigeria and South Africa. Some of the districts in Malawi where the Livingstone potato is grown as a garden crop are Dedza, Ntcheu and Neno. The loss of the Livingstone potato coupled with the insufficient knowledge of the crop poses a significant problem to researchers and agronomists attempting to revive the crop.\nIn my research, I am conducting a descriptive-exploratory study that aims to establish agronomical patterns of the Livingstone potato among Malawian farmers as well as establish why it is underproduced.\nSample Districts: Ntcheu and Dedza", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.mikeandsallygalebeefranch.com/u-pick-apples/", "date": "2023-12-03T10:30:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100499.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203094028-20231203124028-00686.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9480342864990234, "token_count": 439, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__83588270", "lang": "en", "text": "U-Pick at Chileno Valley Ranch\nEnjoy a day of family apple picking in our orchard with varieties such as Orin, Pinova, Candy Crisp, and Jonagold. We are open for u-pick on Sundays only, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, during September and October unless otherwise noted.\nOur 2023 U-Pick season is winding down!\nChileno Valley Ranch will offer one more U-Pick for the 2023 Season\nSunday November 5th from 9 am to 1 pm. We will close promptly at 1 pm.\nThere will be no reservations required for this last U-Pick.\nJoin our email list (in the lower right corner of this page) or like our Facebook page to be informed about the season.\nEntry time slots are available every hour, to help spread guests throughout the day, which creates a better experience for everyone. Admission is $10 per family and must be pre-booked online. Each family must have their own reservation.\n2023 Prices: Apples $2/lb. We often have other wonderful items for sale from our farm or our neighbors, such as free-range eggs, honey, and baked goods. All items subject to availability.\nPayment: cash, local checks, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.\nTo register for a U-Pick time slot click here. ** Registration is closed for 2023 — See you next season! **\nOur opening and closing dates vary from year to year depending on the climate, crop size, etc. Occasionally, we don’t open on a particular Sunday in-season because there aren’t enough ripe apples. Be sure to check this site and confirm that we are open before you come.\nNo dogs and no smoking, please.\nIf you don’t receive emails about U-Pick, please join our email newsletter below.\nWe had a great time picking apples and meeting the animals on the farm. They offer a variety of organic apples and asian pears, as well as a few vegetables, eggs and grass-fed beef. – Alexandra", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ohio.agrigold.com/sales-team/", "date": "2019-11-18T22:14:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496669847.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20191118205402-20191118233402-00336.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8546449542045593, "token_count": 1300, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__182783415", "lang": "en", "text": "LEGAL INFORMATION | Contact us for more information\nAll orders and sales are subject to the AgriGold Terms and Conditions of Sale, which include but are not limited to the Limitation of Warranty & Remedy and Agronomic Zone and Planting Year. All Terms and Conditions of Sale are subject to change from time to time without prior notice. For the most up to date Terms and Conditions of Sale, see the Producers website at www.agrigold.com.\nMonsanto Company is a member of Excellence Through Stewardship® (ETS). Monsanto products are commercialized in accordance with ETS Product Launch Stewardship Guidance, and in compliance with Monsanto’s Policy for Commercialization of Biotechnology-Derived Plant Products in Commodity Crops. Certain products have been approved for import into key export markets with functioning regulatory systems. Any crop or material produced from this product can only be exported to, or used, processed or sold in countries where all necessary regulatory approvals have been granted. It is a violation of national and international law to move material containing biotech traits across boundaries into nations where import is not permitted. Growers should talk to their grain handler or product purchaser to confirm their buying position for this product. Growers should refer to http://www.biotradestatus.com/ for any updated information on import country approvals. Excellence Through Stewardship® is a registered trademark of Biotechnology Industry Organization.\nB.t. products may not yet be registered in all states. Check with your Monsanto representative for the registration status in your state.\nIMPORTANT IRM INFORMATION: RIB Complete® corn blend products do not require the planting of a structured refuge except in the Cotton-Growing Area where corn earworm is a significant pest. SmartStax® RIB Complete® corn blend is not allowed to be sold for planting in the Cotton-Growing Area. See the IRM/Grower Guide for additional information. Always read and follow IRM requirements.\nDroughtGard® Hybrids with RIB Complete® corn blend the refuge seed may not always contain DroughtGard® Hybrids trait.\nALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON PESTICIDE LABELING. IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL AND STATE LAW to use any pesticide product other than in accordance with its labeling. NOT ALL formulations of dicamba or glyphosate are approved for in-crop use with Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® soybeans. ONLY USE FORMULATIONS THAT ARE SPECIFICALLY LABELED FOR SUCH USES AND APPROVED FOR SUCH USE IN THE STATE OF APPLICATION. XTENDIMAX® HERBICIDE WITH VAPORGRIP® TECHNOLOGY AND IN CROP USES MAY NOT BE APPROVED IN ALL STATES. Contact the U.S. EPA and your state pesticide regulatory agency with any questions about the approval status of dicamba herbicide products for in-crop use with Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® soybeans.\nRoundup Ready 2 Xtend® soybeans contains genes that confer tolerance to glyphosate and dicamba. Glyphosate will kill crops that are not tolerant to glyphosate. Dicamba will kill crops that are not tolerant to dicamba. Contact your Monsanto dealer or refer to Monsanto’s Technology Use Guide for recommended weed control programs.\nALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR USE ON PESTICIDE LABELING. Products with NemaStrike™ Technology are not registered in all states. The distribution, sale, or use of an unregistered pesticide is a violation of federal and/or state law and is strictly prohibited. Check with your local Monsanto dealer or representative for the product registration status in your state.\nConsult bag tags for E-Z Refuge product herbicide options; only those labeled GT/LL may be sprayed with glufosinate.\nSeed products with the LibertyLink® (LL) trait are resistant to the herbicide glufosinate ammonium, an alternative to glyphosate in corn, and combine high-yielding genetics with the powerful, non-selective, postemergent weed control of Liberty® herbicide for optimum yield and excellent weed control.\nAgrisure® Technology incorporated into these seeds is commercialized under license from Syngenta Seeds, Inc. Herculex® Technology incorporated into these seeds is commercialized under license from Dow AgroSciences LLC.\nAgReliant Genetics® and Design, Advantage Acre® and Design, AgriShield®, and AgriGold® and Design are registered trademarks of AgReliant Genetics, LLC. Agrisure®, Agrisure Artesian®, Artesian™, Agrisure Duracade®, Agrisure Viptera® and E-Z Refuge® are trademarks of a Syngenta Group Company. Acceleron®, DroughtGard®, Genuity®, NemaStrike™, RIB Complete and Design®, RIB Complete®, Roundup Ready 2 Technology and Design®, Roundup Ready 2 Xtend®, Roundup Ready 2 Yield®, Roundup Ready®, Roundup®, SmartStax and Design®, SmartStax®, VaporGrip®, and XtendiMax®, VT Double PRO® and VT Triple PRO® are trademarks of Monsanto Technology LLC. LibertyLink® and the Water Droplet Design® are registered trademarks of Bayer. Herculex® is a registered trademark of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Respect the Refuge and Corn Design® and Respect the Refuge® are registered trademarks of National Corn Growers Association. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.\n© AgReliant Genetics, LLC.\nSEED PIRACY STATEMENT: Seed containing a patented trait can only be used to plant a single commercial crop from which seed cannot be saved and replanted. Examples of seed containing a patented trait include but are not limited to Genuity® Roundup Ready 2 Yield® soybeans, and Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® soybeans. Additional information and limitations on the use of these products are provided in the Monsanto Technology Stewardship Agreement, the Monsanto Technology Use Guide, and the Roundup Ready 2 Xtend® Soybean Technology Use Guide Supplement. U.S. patents for Monsanto technologies can be found at the following webpage: http://www.monsantotechnology.com", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://coolstuff.nz/history-science", "date": "2022-07-03T17:10:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104248623.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20220703164826-20220703194826-00315.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9641138315200806, "token_count": 926, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-27", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__101554139", "lang": "en", "text": "Biochar is a form of carbon that results from pyrolysis (heating in the absence of oxygen) of biomass – e.g. wood, bark, stalks, chaff and crop residue, nut shells, or virtually any organic material – leaving behind a durable matrix with a porous structure. This substance has a range of physical, chemical and biological properties that can provide multiple, cascading ecological services. The first, and most compelling, application of biochar comes from the nature of the carbon itself. If we pyrolyse biomass at the correct temperature range, the resulting product is a highly stable and long-lived form of carbon, and as such represents a low-tech means of sequestering atmospheric CO2 captured by photosynthesis of the plants that provide the feedstock.\nWe could pyrolise large quantities of biomass and then simply store the end result in landfill, and by doing this we would have an effective tactic for global carbon drawdown over time. The fifteenth special report of the IPCC includes biochar as a promising mitigation technology and this development has acted as a catalyst for expanded funding of trials in the EU.\nBut there are so many uses of biochar aside from its value as a carbon sink that this direct storage route, although worthwhile, would represent a host of missed opportunities. The physical structure of biochar is a massively porous matrix, averaging over a hectare of surface area per 25 g of material. This property means that it can retain moisture and provide habitat for diverse and flourishing microbial populations. The carbon matrix also provides an array of chemical bonding sites where ions dissolved in solution can attach and be held loosely enough to be available for uptake by microbes or plants. The combination of these factors mean that biochar can effectively take out dissolved contaminants from water, for example. It also makes biochar an effective soil amendment for a range of settings, from arable, pastoral, and forestry lands to rehabilitated wetlands and marginal habitats. There is nothing novel or radical in adding carbon in this form to soils, either: it is a natural process of soil building that has been going on in nearly all parts of the world where fires occur, and on average pyrogenic (fire derived) carbon accounts for at least 13% of soil organic carbon globally.\nThe effects of biochar incorporation into soils over the long term can be seen in many settings, but the most striking examples would be the terra preta (black earth) of the Amazon, the famed black soils of Iowa and Ukraine, and, in Aotearoa, in māra kai where burnt matter was deliberately added to kūmara plots. In the Amazon, a flourishing and settled farming civilisation, numbering perhaps in the millions, was reported by the first Europeans to explore the interior in the 16th century. As the harsh and infertile nature of tropical rainforest soils was better understood, the presence of this culture (subsequently exterminated by introduced diseases) stood as a mystery that was not solved until the the late 1990s, as scientists worked with samples of the soil and found that it had high levels of carbon. As the carbon was dated, its effects understood, and a mechanism for its presence was formally described, a whole new area of research opened up into the qualities of biochar. Now we know that for a period of at least 1,500 years, and likely up to twice as long, the settled farming culture of the Amazon basin was routinely and purposefully incorporating charred organic matter into their severely depleted and leached rainforest soils and reaping the rewards of the increased fertility.\nIn temperate regions, the most productive agricultural areas are often atop the deep prairie soils formed by humid grasslands – places like the US Midwest, southern Russia and Ukraine, and the Argentine pampas. Soils with high amounts of durable carbon have formed in these locations by repeated low-intensity fires that charred the abundant aboveground vegetation and surface litter. The fire regime had natural beginnings, but would have been enhanced in frequency by the presence of humans, who deliberately set them in order to drive game and modify the landscape. Radiocarbon dating of these soils has yielded carbon fraction ages of over 12,000 years in Ukraine and 7,000 years in Iowa.\nThis is our evidence that incorporation of biochar in soil is one of the surest and safest methods of long-term sequestration available. Its corollary benefits to primary productivity are just the icing on the proverbial cake, but these serve as additional incentives to bring biochar into our climate response strategy.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://vadersmaple.ca/pages/about", "date": "2024-03-02T15:23:34Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475833.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302152131-20240302182131-00819.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9490814208984375, "token_count": 282, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__181308560", "lang": "en", "text": "Since 1910, the Vader family has been producing maple syrup on their farm situated on the south shore of East Lake in Prince Edward County. The family’s rich agricultural history and maple traditions have been carefully passed down through several generations to the present day, where Todd Vader and his wife Susan continue the maple legacy with passion and gratitude for mother nature’s pure harvest.\nThe Vader farm boasts a large maple bush where approximately 3,000 maple trees are tapped each year. A tubing system is used to gather the maple sap which is then boiled down on a 3 foot by 14 foot evaporator in their rustic sap house.\nAs a single-source producer, Vader's produce 100% of their maple products. The climate of southern Prince Edward County, in combination with the farm’s unique terroir-soil, provide Vader’s Maple Syrup with a distinctly decadent maple flavour.\nAll maple syrup grades: golden, amber, dark, and very dark are available in a wide variety of glass and plastic containers. Other maple products such as maple butter, maple jelly, granulated maple sugar, maple leaves, and whisky barrel aged dark maple syrup are handcrafted with great care and reflect the benefit of experience.\nA farm store located in the sap house is open year round for visitors to purchase maple syrup and maple products and to observe and learn about maple syrup production", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.hamiltoncountylandbank.org/success-story/urban-orchards/", "date": "2024-02-23T00:41:44Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00047.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.924443244934082, "token_count": 747, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__185545680", "lang": "en", "text": "Success Story | Urban Orchards\nVacant Lots Transformed into Urban Orchards in Five Cincinnati Neighborhoods\nChris Smyth has been involved in dozens of community garden projects in Cincinnati over the years. Formerly the Sustainability Coordinator at Price Hill Will, he helped the neighborhood community development corporation build seven different community garden projects and installed more than 100 home gardens through the Grow It Forward Program. Price Hill Will has partnered with The Port and Hamilton County Landbank on a number of initiatives ranging from homesteading, creating affordable housing opportunities, to a Percussion Park at the corner of Warsaw and McPherson.\n“It’s so important to help children understand our connection to food. Many kids think food comes from Kroger; they don’t realize there’s an entire ecosystem that supports the growth of fruit and vegetables.”\nEach lot has its own distinct features – such as sun, shade, slope, soil and water – that Chris takes into account when designing the master plan for each parcel. The nine orchards he’s established so far feature 100 fruit trees, 300 berry plants, 800 perennials/medicinals. After three years of growth, Chris expects the yield to be 6,000 lbs of fruit each year after 2022.\n“The work Chris is doing through these orchard projects helps activate vacant lots that may not be redeveloped back into housing,” shared Will Basil, Senior Planning Associate with The Port. “We believe using these lots to grow edible food and educating people about the importance of these types of ecosystems is a good start towards helping shape a more sustainable future.”\nOn a 1/3-acre at the corner of Glenway Avenue and Schiff Avenue, peach trees planted in Spring 2017 yielded fruit in 2018 and aronia bushes are full of berries in early September 2019. Chris uses a tarp system to keep weeds down and installed the orchard rows on contours because there’s no available water source.\n“By spacing the orchard rows and using tarps on the contour of the property, we’ve been able to maximize the water flow,” commented Chris. “The fruit trees are planted in patterns of three: a nitrogen fixer (Black Locust), an Apple and another fruit tree. In between the trees; berries, medicinal plants and pollinators provide habitat for bees and predatory wasps. This helps the orchard be self-fertile and creates a strong ecological immunity to pests.”\nChris has hosted students from the Deaf Institute and many other neighbors at the orchards in Price Hill. “The orchards help create community interaction,” he notes.\nWhile the Landbank has funded his work through the Neighborhood Initiative Program (NIP), from the Ohio Housing Finance Agency, Chris has plans to launch a non-profit called The Common Orchard Project later this year. You can find more information via www.facebook.com/commonorchards. He’d like to identify a 2-acre site in a central location to make it a demonstration space that can educate more children and adults about Permaculture throughout Greater Cincinnati. You can learn more about Chris, his work and plans at http://chrismyth.com.\nLearn More About the Gardens + Greens Program\nHelp us put properties back to productive use. Our gardens + greens program focuses on transforming vacant lots into gardens or community green space. Any party interested in purchase may apply. All applicants must be able to show a viable redevelopment project and the ability to maintain the property.See our Available Properties", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://intl.target.com/p/keys-to-the-tropical-fruit-flies-tephritidae-dacinae-of-south-east-asia-indomalaya-to-north-west/-/A-51404500", "date": "2019-03-23T08:56:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912202781.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20190323080959-20190323102959-00408.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8652282953262329, "token_count": 372, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-13", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__63680228", "lang": "en", "text": "product description page\nKeys to the Tropical Fruit Flies (Tephritidae: Dacinae) of South-east Asia : Indomalaya to North-West\nAbout this item\nFruit flies are a major issue facing horticultural producers, and as global warming and species migration become more prevalent issues there is an urgent need for easy identification of these pests. A companion volume to the recently published Tropical Fruit Flies of South-East Asia (Tephritidae: Dacinae), this book provides fully-illustrated keys for the identification of all currently-known Dacinae fruit flies. Focusing on south-east Asian fauna, it covers areas including India, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, China, Taiwan, Japan, the Philippines, Palau, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. This major new reference work is produced by experts with over 80 years' combined research experience, and through simple identification information can help prevent these major pest species being introduced to new geographical areas. Of particular value to agriculture and quarantine officers responsible for the detection of new incursions, where early detection is both economical and essential to guarantee eradication, this book is also a valuable resource for researchers and students of agriculture and entomology.\nNumber of Pages: 487\nGenre: Technology, Science\nSub-Genre: Agriculture / Crop Science, Life Sciences / Zoology / Entomology, Agriculture / Tropical Agriculture\nPublisher: Stylus Pub Llc\nAuthor: Richard A. I. Drew & Meredith C. Romig\nStreet Date: January 4, 2017\nItem Number (DPCI): 248-20-9320\nIf the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it. Report incorrect product info.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://bakalikocrete.com/webshop/en/3_meligyris-apiary", "date": "2019-10-22T12:41:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987817685.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20191022104415-20191022131915-00295.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.949531078338623, "token_count": 155, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__68896060", "lang": "en", "text": "List of products by manufacturer Meligyris Apiary\nMeligyris Apiary is located in the village of Arkalohori, Heraklion. The Stefanakis family tradition of beekeeping dates back to 1920 and is currently under the leadership of agriculturalist Manolis Stefanakis. Today, scientific knowledge combines with family traditions to bring a range of exclusive honeys which are carefully harvested and packaged to retain all their natural characteristics and nutritional benefits. The honeys are 100% natural, premium products with unique organoleptic characteristics that are directly related to the special terroir and exceptional flora of Crete. Manolis Stefanakis is also one of the founders and members of the Scientific Community of Greek Beekeepers.\n- No featured products at this time.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.alivin.ca/en/catalogue/quinta-do-portal-s-a", "date": "2023-12-08T00:05:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100705.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207221604-20231208011604-00270.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.954492449760437, "token_count": 151, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__170251931", "lang": "en", "text": "We proudly produce DOC Douro wines, premium Port Wines and Moscatel. This project that started in the early 90’s of the XX century, had on its base a centenary estate where our family has been producing Port since the last years of the XIX century. Our commitment to the production of quality wines has been, since the first moment, the heart and soul of Quinta do Portal. This effort, passion and dedication have been recognized both at a national and international level during the course of the years.\nQuinta do Portal vineyards are under integrated farm management, a farming system that has the objective of producing high quality grapes by using natural resources and regulating mechanisms to replace polluting inputs and to secure sustainable farming.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://nourishathome.net.au/food-ethos/", "date": "2023-04-02T12:40:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296950528.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230402105054-20230402135054-00003.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9332084059715271, "token_count": 274, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__175239926", "lang": "en", "text": "We support local growers by sourcing our produce from farmers markets at Bangalow, Lismore, Byron Bay and Ballina.\nWe source fresh organic and spray free produce, ingredients you can feel good about feeding your family. Our meals are prepared and delivered on the same day so you get the freshest quality.\nOur menu reflects local offerings of the season, produce at its peak nutritional value.\nWe pride ourselves on using environmentally friendly packaging, including: a jar return system (detailed in FAQ)\nA minimal waste system where all parts of the produce are used. Even the food scraps fed to our bunny or composted to rejuvenate the soil.\nOur packaging and general waste is kept to a minimum due to sourcing from local farmers markets where food can be transported without excess plastic packaging.\nClick here to view our cancellation policy\nRecognition of Traditional Owners\nWe would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Arakwal people, the Minjungbal people and the Widjabul people of the Bandjalang Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our business operates and honour their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.longchamp.com.de/metrop-mr1-fertilizer-for-root-growth/", "date": "2023-12-07T22:32:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100705.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207221604-20231208011604-00871.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9414206147193909, "token_count": 689, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__187042641", "lang": "en", "text": "If you want to promote root growth in your plants, consider buying Metrop MR1 fertilizer. This is a high-concentrated growth fertilizer. This product contains both high-nitrogen and high-phosphorus ingredients to support healthy root growth. This fertilizer can help you grow plants at an accelerated rate, and its formula is also compatible with all kinds of plant types.\nMetrop MR1 High Phosphorus Growth fertilizer\nWith a high phosphorus content, the Metrop MR1 high phosphorus growth fertilizer will make your plants’ roots stronger. This is especially helpful during the flowering stage, when the plant’s root system is critical for the strength and health of the plant. It also contains essential trace elements that plants need to produce hormones and vitamins. As a result, your plants will have a better taste and health.\nMETROP MR1 is a high-concentration, fast-acting growth fertilizer with bio-minerals and natural extracts. Whether you’re cultivating in the ground or in pots, this nutrient is designed to provide all the necessary nutrients for root growth. It’s also biodegradable and free of harmful coloring.\nMETROP MR1 contains magnesium and phosphorus for maximum root growth. The high-phosphorus content is important for the root system of plants, because most of their phosphorus content is in their roots. Because of this, your plants’ roots need to have plenty of phosphorus to grow big and strong. This fertilizer also contains magnesium, a key mineral for the correct synthesis of chlorophyll.\nBuy Metrop MR1 fertilizer for root growth\nIf you want your roots to grow as big and strong as you want them to be, you need to use METROP MR1 fertilizer for root growth. This fast-acting concentrated growth fertilizer contains a high level of phosphorus. Combined with a root stimulator, this fertilizer will give your plants the nutrients they need to grow as big and strong as they can be.\nIt is also suitable for hydroponics. It is 100% natural and does not contain harmful dyes or chemicals. It is made of pure raw materials, suitable for all substrates, and is non-toxic. Depending on the type of soil you have, you can apply this fertilizer every day. You should make sure that it is stored in a cool, dry place and that it is not in the reach of children.\nThe high level of phosphorus ensures that root growth will be explosive. This fertilizer is also rich in potassium, which will help your plants grow more vigorously. It also contains a high amount of magnesium, which optimizes the synthesis of proteins and chlorophyll.\nA1- MR1 Growth fertilizer for sale\nA1 MR1 Growth fertilizer is a concentrated liquid plant fertilizer that contains high phosphorus and is specially designed for the growth phase. Its components are very pure and contain high concentrations of all the necessary macro and micro-elements for plant growth. It is formulated to deliver maximum yield, and is safe for use on all substrates.\nMetrop MR1 grow fertilizer is made from high quality plant extracts. It is free of harmful colouring agents and water-based solutions. All the raw materials used in its formulation are natural and pure. The product is biodegradable, and must be stored in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://eutrema.co.uk/sulphur-fertiliser-the-forgotten-hero/", "date": "2023-11-29T16:11:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100112.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20231129141108-20231129171108-00040.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9316654801368713, "token_count": 1214, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__158782246", "lang": "en", "text": "When it comes to discussing essential elements for plant growth, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium often steal the spotlight. However, in the list of essential plant nutrients, sulphur, with its remarkable benefits, deserves recognition. Often overlooked, this vital element plays a crucial role in the development and overall health of plants. In this article, we will uncover the importance of sulphur in plant growth and its undeniable impact on the flourishing green world around us.\nSulphur: A Powerful Ally for Plant Health\nSulphur, a naturally occurring element, is a vital nutrient necessary for the synthesis of proteins, enzymes, and vitamins within plants. Just as we rely on protein for our growth and development, plants also require an ample supply of sulphur to thrive. Although plants do not require sulphur in as large quantities as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, it is by no means a micronutrient, and it needs to be available in good quantities for optimal growth.\nSulphur deficiencies a modern problem!\nUp until the 1970s sulphur deficiencies in crops were fairly rare. This was due to factors. In the developed world, sulphur was being supplied to agricultural fields as dissolved sulphur dioxide; a pollutant from a number of industrial processes. As industry has cleaned up its act, and we have moved away from coal-fired power stations, the supply of sulphur nutrition from pollution has dramatically reduced. Secondly, the organic matter content of soils has reduced. Organic matter/ humus is a good source of sulphur (and some micronutrients) for plants.\nSo together these two factors, reduced pollution and reduced organic matter content, have resulted in a number of crops suffering from sulphur deficiencies. However, there are two problems for growers/farmers wishing to address sulphur deficiencies. Firstly; sulphur deficiencies are hard to spot and often mistaken for signs of nitrogen or iron deficiency. This is because the main symptom is chlorosis of leaves, very similar to nitrogen deficiency. However, unlike nitrogen deficiency the chlorosis presents on younger leaves first. Unfortunately your plants may be suffering significant reductions in growth (stunting) before chlorosis become visible.\nThe second major hurdle to addressing sulphur deficiencies is that many ‘complete/compound’ fertilisers completely lack sulphur. This is because sulphur can react with the other nutrients in the mix, and because many of these traditional ‘old school’ fertilisers were developed before sulphur deficiency became an issue. Therefore, I strongly advise that you check the label on your fertiliser and see if it contains a good amount of sulphur. If it does not, consider supplementing the feeding of your plants with one of these three sulphur fertiliser options:\n- Ammonium thiosulphate: A soluble form of soluble sulphur. Allows for both instant and medium-term sulphur release to the plants.\n- Liquid Gypsum: Combines calcium and sulphur. Also flocculates (breaks up) clay soils.\n- Lime Sulphur: Calcium and sulphur, but also has a sterilising effect on the plant surface and in the soil. So use when pests or diseases get out of hand. Very popular with rose growers to control Black Spot fungus.\n- Epsom salts: magnesium sulphate. A good option for lawns where you want to green them up, without stimulating excessive leafy growth.\nAvoid powdered sulphur as a fertiliser. It is not plant-available or soluble. Plus it is converted to sulphuric acid and acidifies the soil.\nThe Role of Sulphur in Plants\n- Aiding in Protein Synthesis: Proteins are the building blocks of life, and sulphur plays a key role in their formation. Sulphur-containing amino acids, such as cysteine and methionine, are essential components of proteins. These amino acids provide structural stability and contribute to the functionality of enzymes, hormones, and chlorophyll molecules, thus supporting the overall growth and development of plants.\n- Enhancing Nutrient Uptake and Efficiency: Sulphur promotes the efficient uptake and utilization of other essential nutrients. It aids in the absorption of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, allowing plants to maximize the benefits of these macronutrients. Sulphur also contributes to the activation of enzymes responsible for nutrient metabolism, ensuring that plants have a well-balanced diet.\n- Stimulating Root Development: Strong and healthy roots are the foundation for robust plant growth. Sulphur plays a crucial role in the formation of roots by encouraging cell division, elongation, and differentiation. By facilitating root development, sulphur promotes better nutrient and water absorption, leading to overall plant vigor.\n- Boosting Disease Resistance: Sulphur is known for its fungicidal and bactericidal properties. By producing chemical compounds that inhibit the growth of pathogens, sulphur enhances the plant’s natural defense mechanisms. This reduces the risk of diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, and certain pests, ensuring healthier plants and higher crop yields.\n- Contributing to Flavor and Aroma: In addition to its essential functions in plant growth, sulphur also plays a role in enhancing the flavor and aroma of certain crops. For example, it is responsible for the distinctive taste and aroma of onions, garlic, and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage. Sulphur compounds contribute to the pungent and aromatic qualities that make these foods so appealing.\nWhile often overshadowed by other essential nutrients, sulphur is undeniably critical for plant growth and overall plant health. From protein synthesis and nutrient uptake to root development and disease resistance, the role of sulphur is multifaceted and essential for the flourishing of plant life. By recognising the significance of this hidden hero, farmers and gardeners can unlock its full potential to cultivate healthier crops, promote sustainable agriculture, and nourish the world with bountiful harvests.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.fresharts.org/events/farming-future-now-only-thing-real-malcom-smith", "date": "2018-10-19T01:24:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583512161.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20181018235424-20181019020924-00058.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9260925054550171, "token_count": 320, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__223346137", "lang": "en", "text": "May7–June 12, 2010\nOpening Reception Friday, May 7, 2010 from 6:30–8:30 PM\nArtist Talks at 6 PM\nFarming of the Future (Now is The Only Thing That is Real) | Malcom Smith\nMary E. Bawden Scuplture Garden\nAquaponics is a high-density food production arrangement that produces both plant matter and fish in one system with an absolute minimum of water usage.\nVery little power is required to operate the Aquaponic system. The lower part of the system houses the fish that create the fertilizer for the plants. The plants are contained in what is called a “grow bed” which sits above the fish tank. A single water pump propels nutrient rich water from the fish tank to the grow bed(s). Plants become a natural filter as they absorb nourishment from fish waste, reducing or eliminating the water's toxicity for the aquatic life while the water fills the plant container. Once the plant container is full a device known as an “auto siphon” drains sparkling water effortlessly back to the fish tank using only the power of gravity. No external power is needed for the auto siphon to operate.\nThe water, now clean, is returned to the marine animal environment and the cycle continues. Aquaponic systems do not discharge or exchange water. The systems rely on the natural relationship between the aquatic animals and the plants to maintain the environment. Water is only added to replace water loss from absorption by the plants, and evaporation into the air.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://wilbraham-ma.gov/435/Community-Garden", "date": "2023-12-06T03:27:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100583.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206031946-20231206061946-00009.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9534196257591248, "token_count": 274, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__90753867", "lang": "en", "text": "A Community Garden creates opportunity for recreation, exercise, therapy and education. Having a garden plot encourages self-reliance, provides nutritious food for your family and reduces a family’s annual food budget. The Wilbraham Community Garden grows in leaps and bounds each year with over 60 active gardeners growing veggies in plots varying from a 10 feet by 50 feet area to almost an acre. We also have four raised garden beds for those folks who have limited mobility.\nGarden plots are available on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to returning gardeners. New and returning gardeners are invited to attend the annual spring sign-up meeting held at the Wilbraham Town Hall prior to the growing season. The exact date of the meeting is posted in the local newspaper. Garden plots are approximately 25 feet by 50 feet, or 1250 square feet, and the rental cost is $30 per plot. (as of 2017) There are several gardeners that share a plot each season to help alleviate the work and time. During the growing season, there is water on site as well as a portable toilet. If you are interested in joining us at the Wilbraham Community Garden, or if you would like more information, you may contact the garden coordinator Melissa Graves in the Conservation Commission Office at 596-2800, ext. 204.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://mkbhambu.com/2019/05/29/lets-build-ponds-for-taking-care-of-ground-water-in-villages/", "date": "2021-10-22T21:46:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585522.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20211022212051-20211023002051-00530.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9533240795135498, "token_count": 300, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__205274746", "lang": "en", "text": "India lives in villages and it has 649481 villages. The ground water table is going down in most of our villages. It is said that if third world war is fought it will be fought for water. To improve water table village ponds can help a lot.\nThese ponds can be used for drinking water for the cattle and at times it can be used as irrigation of land. Ponds can also be used for fish farming. If we decide to have an additional pond of 5 hectare in each village built with the MNREGA scheme in the coming year and put it to use for fish farming. It can boost fish production of 9.7 lakh tonnes per annum taking an average of 3 tonne per hectare.\nTaking an average price of Rs 200 per kg it will be additional revenue of Rs 19400 crore to village panchayats.\nEven if the fish are to be used by panchayats for serving to the students in mid-day meal scheme free of cost it will improve the health of the students. A 5 hectare pond can give 15000 kg fish per annum and 300 kg of fish per week to the school can be sufficient to be served to 1500 children once per week. This quantity can be adjusted as per the number of students in the village schools. This will go a long way in improving the health of children in times to come.\nThe ponds will also help recharge ground water and a source of water for cattle and irrigation.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://miltopexports.com/product/cowpeas-chowli-currently-banned-for-exports-from-india/", "date": "2024-02-27T07:03:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474671.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227053544-20240227083544-00023.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9565050005912781, "token_count": 409, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__143954837", "lang": "en", "text": "Cowpeas are one of the most important food legume crops in the semi-arid tropics covering Asia, Africa, southern Europe and Central and South America. Cowpea is an important grain legume throughout the tropics and subtropics, covering Asia, Africa, and Central and South America, as well as parts of southern Europe and the United States. Cowpea, a drought tolerant crop, has the unique ability to fix nitrogen even in very poor soils. It is also shade-tolerant and, therefore compatible as an intercrop with many cereals and root crops. Subsistence farmers in sub-Saharan Africa usually intercrop their cowpea with maize, sorghum, millet, and cassava.\nCowpeas are a common food item in the southern United States, where they are often called field peas. A subcategory of field peas is crowder peas, so called because they are crowded together in their pods, causing them to have squarish ends.\nThese are an integral part of the cuisine in southern region of India. In TamilNadu during the Tamil month of Maasi (February) – Penguin (March) called Kozhukattai/Adai (steamed sweet cake) prepared with cooked and mashed cowpea bean mixed with jaggery, ghee and other sub ingredients. In Hindi, it is called ‘Lobhia’. According to the USDA food database, cowpeas have the highest percentage of calories from protein among vegetarian foodsCowpea, an important legume in the tropics, has many uses. In fresh form, the young leaves, immature pods and peas are used as vegetables, while several snacks and main meal dishes are prepared from the grain. All parts of the plant that are used for food are nutritious, providing protein, vitamins (notably vitamin B) and minerals. The cowpea haulm is also a great source of livestock feed, and therefore of great value to farmers.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://kesarworld.com/blogs/saffron/production-of-saffron", "date": "2023-12-05T04:24:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100545.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205041842-20231205071842-00623.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9470524191856384, "token_count": 512, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__292435002", "lang": "en", "text": "Why is Saffron so expensive?\nKesar, another name for saffron, is one of the most costly spices available. The labour-intensive saffron harvesting process and the comparatively low saffron yield per flower are the main causes of the spice's high price. In this piece, we'll look at the factors that make saffron valuable as well as the reasons why it costs so much.\nThe stigma of the Crocus sativus plant, which only blossoms for a few weeks each year, is harvested to make saffron. Only three delicate stigmas are produced by each flower, which means they must be manually harvested before the bloom withers. One kilogram of saffron requires approximately 150,000 flowers to make, which explains why the spice is so expensive.\nThe soil and climate requirements for saffron cultivation increase the expense of the spice in addition to the labour-intensive harvesting process. The Crocus sativus plant is indigenous to the Mediterranean region and needs a particular set of circumstances to flourish.\nThe environment must be dry and sunny with mild winters, and the soil must be well-draining and abundant in organic matter. The areas where saffron can be grown are constrained by the absence of these conditions, which raises the cost of the spice.\nThe medicinal qualities of saffron are another reason in its high cost. Traditional medicine has used saffron for thousands of years to address a variety of ailments, such as anxiety, PMS, age-related macular degeneration, and depression. Saffron may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may enhance mood and cognitive performance, according to some studies. Because of this, saffron is expensive and in high demand in the pharmaceutical business.\nDue to its expensive cost, saffron has become a target for fraud and adulteration. Some vendors may combine pure saffron with other ingredients like plastic fibers, pepper, or even turmeric to increase weight and volume while lowering price. In order to guarantee the quality and purity of their saffron purchases, consumers should exercise caution and only buy from reliable sources.\nAs a result of its labour-intensive harvesting, restricted growing environments, medicinal qualities, and vulnerability to fraud and adulteration, saffron is expensive. Saffron continues to be a highly valued spice despite its high price, and its distinctive flavour and aroma make it a necessary component in many different cuisines all over the globe.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.chirpndalespetsupply.ca/my-rewards-organic-soak-serve.html", "date": "2023-09-26T13:09:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510208.72/warc/CC-MAIN-20230926111439-20230926141439-00076.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.918276309967041, "token_count": 151, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__279081419", "lang": "en", "text": "A nutritious mix of canola seed, canary seed, white and red millet, safflower, corn, oat groats, buckwheat and red milo.\nSimply soak overnight to start germination, rinse in morning, and feed. Seeds become soft and more digestible.\nSoaking seed, starts the germination process, causing the protein levels to rise, and increases the levels of B vitamins.\nWonderful during breeding season and when chicks are weaning.\nCan be very beneficial for weak/ill small birds, that do not have the strength to crack dry seed.\nAny seed left uneaten after a few hours, should be thrown out before it becomes sour, especially in hot and humid environments.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://silentsparks.com/2016/07/10/how-can-i-make-my-yard-more-firefly-friendly/", "date": "2023-06-10T14:32:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224657720.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610131939-20230610161939-00668.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8780185580253601, "token_count": 320, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__286908213", "lang": "en", "text": "Here are a few simple ways to attract your local fireflies (from Silent Sparks Chapter 8):\nCreate an inviting habitat\n- Let the grass in part of your lawn grow longer by mowing it less frequently. This will help the soil hold more moisture.\n- Leave some leaf litter and woody debris in parts of your yard – this makes good habitat for larval fireflies.\n- Fireflies need moist places to lay their eggs, so preserve any wetlands, streams, or ponds in your neighborhood.\nBring back the night\n- When installing or re-thinking your outdoor lighting, use only what you need to get the job done.\n- Use Dark-Sky compliant, shielded lighting fixtures; these direct light downward, where it’s most useful for safety and security. Use bulbs as low-wattage as possible to provide just the light you need.\n- Turn off outdoor lights when they’re not needed, or put them on timers or motion sensors.\nReduce pesticide use\n- Avoid using broad-spectrum insecticides like malathion and diazinon. Instead, choose horticultural oils or insecticidal bacteria like Bt that will kill specific target pests.\n- Get informed about the health and environmental impacts of pesticides. Consider using organic or least-toxic practices and products on your lawn and garden.\n- Only apply pesticides when problems arise, never routinely. Don’t use Weed & Feed or similar products – they might seem convenient, but they put pesticide when and where it isn’t needed.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://bali.com/bali/travel-guide/culture/subak-bali-water-irrigation-system/", "date": "2024-03-05T08:43:18Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707948223038.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20240305060427-20240305090427-00345.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9309669137001038, "token_count": 762, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__192005596", "lang": "en", "text": "Subak – a UNESCO World Heritage\nThis irrigation system, which dates back to the 9th century but is still in use today, can be found in the agricultural areas of Bali and stretches through terraced rice fields and even connects the fields to nearby temples. Temple priests who practice Tri Hita Karana, a philosophy that seeks to bring harmony to the spiritual, human, and natural worlds, keep an eye on water management.\nThe Bali Subak system is an ancient and intricate irrigation system that plays a pivotal role in Balinese agriculture and cultural heritage. This UNESCO-recognized agricultural system is not only crucial for sustaining the island’s agriculture but also holds deep religious significance and reflects the profound interconnectedness of the Balinese people with their environment.\nReligious Significance: The Subak system is deeply entwined with Balinese Hinduism, and its management is overseen by water temples, which are considered sacred sites. These water temples are essential for maintaining harmony between humans, nature, and the spiritual world. Balinese farmers believe that water is a gift from the gods, and the water temples act as mediators, ensuring proper distribution of water and coordinating planting and harvesting schedules.\nComplexity and Functioning: The Subak system is intricate, involving a complex network of canals, tunnels, weirs, and terraced rice fields. The water is sourced from rivers or springs and channeled through a series of canals to reach the rice paddies. A unique and democratic water-sharing system, called “Subak Sanggah,” is employed, ensuring fair water distribution to all farmers within a specific Subak community.\nThe system relies on precise timing and coordination to control water flow. Water temple priests, known as “Pemangku,” carry out rituals and offerings to appease the gods and seek their blessings for a bountiful harvest. The priests also interpret natural signs, such as the behavior of birds or the movement of stars, to determine the appropriate time for planting and harvesting.\nImportance for the Balinese People: The Subak system is not only an agricultural technique but also a way of life and an essential part of Balinese identity. The system fosters a strong sense of community and collective responsibility among farmers. It promotes cooperation and harmony among neighboring villages, reinforcing the Balinese people’s interconnectedness with nature and each other.\nTemples Associated with the Subak System:\nPura Taman Ayun: Located in Mengwi, Pura Taman Ayun is considered one of the most important water temples. It was built in the 17th century and served as the royal family’s temple, reflecting its historical significance and cultural importance.\nPura Ulun Danu Batur: Situated on the shores of Lake Batur, Pura Ulun Danu Batur is a significant water temple in the Kintamani region. It is dedicated to the goddess Dewi Danu, who is the protector of lakes and rivers. The temple plays a vital role in managing the water supply for the surrounding rice terraces.\nPura Ulun Danu Bratan: Located on the shores of Lake Bratan in Bedugul, this iconic water temple is a popular tourist attraction. It is dedicated to Dewi Danu and is known for its picturesque setting amidst the serene lake and lush surroundings.\nThe Subak system’s preservation and maintenance reflect the Balinese people’s commitment to their cultural heritage and sustainable agricultural practices. It stands as a testament to the island’s harmonious relationship with nature and its deep-rooted religious beliefs, making it a unique and vital aspect of Bali’s cultural landscape.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.mendolakefamilylife.com/businesses/california-laytonville-juice-plus-", "date": "2021-04-16T20:35:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038089289.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20210416191341-20210416221341-00501.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8629629015922546, "token_count": 234, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__123509804", "lang": "en", "text": "Laytonville, California 95482\nVegetable gardens. Fruit orchards. They give us nature's bounty and provide the foundation for healthy living and good nutrition.\nThe latest dietary guidelines and clinical research consistently emphasize that people need to eat more fruits and vegetables to improve their chances of living long and healthy lives. And scientists learn more every day about the nutritional power packed into every tomato, cranberry, and piece of broccoli. Antioxidants. Phytonutrients. Vitamins. Fiber. And more.\nJuice Plus+ provides the nutrition from 17 different fruits, vegetables, and grains in convenient and inexpensive capsule form. Juice Plus+ Orchard Blend contains seven of the most nutritious fruits around: apples, oranges, pineapple, cranberries, peaches, acerola cherries, and papaya. Juice Plus+ Garden Blend contains ten nutrient-dense vegetables and grains: carrots, parsley, beets, kale, broccoli, cabbage, spinach, tomatoes, and rice bran and oat bran.\nTaking Juice Plus+ capsules every day provides the nutritional foundation we so desperately need that is so lacking in our diets today.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sullivancce.org/agriculture/sullivan-county-agriculture-and-farmland-protection-board", "date": "2023-11-30T13:08:08Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100227.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130130218-20231130160218-00568.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8366056680679321, "token_count": 474, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__265587704", "lang": "en", "text": "The Sullivan County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board (AFPB) was established by the Sullivan County Legislature in accordance with Article 25AA §302 of NYS Agriculture and Markets Law. The purpose of the AFPB is to:\nThe AFPB consists of eleven members, identified as either Regular or Ex-Officio, nominated by the AFPB and appointed by the Sullivan County Legislature; and includes at least: four active farmers, one agribusiness representative, one member of the County Legislature, a representative from the Sullivan County Soil & Water Conservation District, the Commissioner of the Sullivan County Division of Planning and Community Development, the Director of the County's Real Property Services Office, a Cornell Cooperative Extension Agriculture Educator; and may also include an agricultural land trust representative. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County currently provides staff assistance to the AFPB for administrative matters.\nCurrent Board Members\nFarmer: John Gorzynski, Gorzynski Ornery Farm, Chairman (Term expires 12/31/22)\nFarmer: Dan Brey, Breys Egg Farm (Term expires 12/31/24)\nFarmer: Ed Leonardi, Wildcraft Farm (Term expires 12/31/24)\nFarmer: Erika Malmgreen, Winterton Farms (Term expires 12/31/23)\nFarmer: Eugene Thalmann, Sprouting Dreams Farm (Term expires 12/31/26)\nAgri-Business Representative: Dr Joe D’Abbraccio, Catskill Veterinary Services (Term expires 12/31/23)\nSoil & Water Conservation District Representative: Willie Hughson (Ex-Officio)\nSullivan County Legislature Representative: Luis Alvarez (Ex-Officio)\nCommissioner of Division of Planning & Community Development: Freda Eisenberg (Ex-Officio)\nDirector of Real Property Services: Chris Knapp (Ex-Officio)\nCCE Sullivan Agriculture Educator: Michelle Proscia (Ex-Officio)\nAll correspondence for the Sullivan County Agriculture & Farmland Protection Board (AFPB) should be directed to Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County, to the attention of Melinda Meddaugh, Ag & Food Systems Issue Leader, email@example.com or 845-292-6180 ext. 116.\nLast updated May 17, 2023", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://honey.ucdavis.edu/about/our-partners", "date": "2024-04-18T15:08:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817206.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418124808-20240418154808-00339.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9386316537857056, "token_count": 368, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__160563151", "lang": "en", "text": "About Our Partners\nThe UC Davis' College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences is #1 of its kind in the world. The Honey and Pollination Center is pleased to be working with:\nThe Department is world renowned for its quality research, education and public service. Globally, it is ranked No. 7 by The Times Higher Educational World University Rankings. The UC Davis Bee Lab is home to world class research and extension programs supporting California’s beekeepers and growers, students, colleagues and the people of California. Programs include integrative research on honey bee and wild bee health, management, behavior, genetics, microbiology, ecology and conservation, as well as pollination of wild and crop systems. Members bring together collaborative teams to address pressing issues and longstanding challenges for bees and pollination.\nThe California Master Beekeeper Program was established in 2016 in response to the ever-increasing numbers of California beekeepers. The program uses science based information to educate stewards and ambassadors for honey bees and beekeeping. Then this program is perfect for you! The mission of the California Master Beekeeper Program is to provide science-based education to future stewards and ambassadors for honey bees and beekeeping.\nThe Viticulture and Enology department combines the sciences of viticulture and enology in a single research and teaching unit that encompasses all of the scientific disciplines that impact grape growing and winemaking. The LEED Platinum Teaching and Research Winery, made possible by a gift from Robert Mondavi, is the most advanced and most sustainable winery in the world. Currently the department is collaborating with the center doing mead research.\nThe Department of Food Science & Technology is internationally recognized to make food safer, tastier, and healthier for consumers. Currently the department is collaborating with the center researching varietal honeys, analyzing nutrients and evaluating sensory attributes.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://capbotanica.com/gb/shop/3-l-audacieux.html", "date": "2021-09-28T17:09:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780060877.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20210928153533-20210928183533-00095.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8044224977493286, "token_count": 349, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__34234491", "lang": "en", "text": "NOURISHES & TONES\nSatureja, also called \"Donkey Pepper\" in French.\nRich in rosmaniric acid (antioxidants) helping to restore and protect your skin barrier against external aggressions (cold, pollution, stress,...).\nThe Savory is cultivated by a local producer in France. This extract is made with a first cold-pressed carrier oil used as a solvent to extract the properties of the plant.\nCistus ladaniferus, recommended by Charlemagne's royal domains for its aromatic properties.\nRich in monoterpenes helping to regenerate your skin tissue.\nThe Cistus Ladanifer is cultivated by a local producer in France. This extract is made with a first cold-pressed carrier oil used as a solvent to extract the properties of the plant.\nCamelina sativa, cultivated in Europe since more than 3000 years.\nRich in fatty acids (omega 3), vitamin E and antioxidants helping to calm and protect your skin.\nThe Camelina is cultivated in France. Its seeds are slowly cold-pressed to extract the oil and preserve the high quality of its active ingredients.\nINCI: camelina sativa seed oil*, satureja montana extract*, cistus ladaniferus leaf extract*, cera alba*, anthemis nobilis flower oil*, rosmarinus officinalis extract*, helianthus annuus seed oil*, limonene*\n*From organic farming\nNature & Progrès certified\nFabriqué par GAEC Plantes des Cévennes, 48110 Les cambous, titulaire de la mention Nature & Progrès", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.mediagrouponlineinc.com/2019/02/11/national-garden-bureau-releases-2019-year-of-the-marketing-materials/", "date": "2020-12-02T10:08:53Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141706569.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20201202083021-20201202113021-00336.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8776005506515503, "token_count": 242, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__90141751", "lang": "en", "text": "2019’s featured plants are snapdragon, pumpkin, Salvia nemorosa and dahlia.\nEach year National Garden Bureau (NGB), the non-profit organization that promotes gardening on behalf of the horticulture industry and its members, encourages the use of selected plants for its “Year of the” program.\nFor 2019, they are:\n• Annuals: Year of the Snapdragon: A nostalgic plant that has been updated for today’s garden.\n• Vegetables/edibles: Year of the Pumpkin: A wide variety of sizes, shape and colors make this a very fun class to promote!\n• Perennials: Year of the Salvia nemorosa: Commonly known as Woodland Sage and is a great food source for pollinators.\n• Bulbs: Year of the Dahlia: Highlighted in cooperation with the American Dahlia Society, a respected organization that helped make the NGB dahlia photo library the most extensive in “Year of” history!\nPromotional marketing materials for the four 2019 “Year of the” classes are now available on the National Garden Bureau’s website.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://borntodoscience.blogspot.com/2010/07/super-wheat-follow-up.html", "date": "2018-07-23T15:28:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676596542.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20180723145409-20180723165409-00478.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9757596254348755, "token_count": 150, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__266681850", "lang": "en", "text": "Remember our first session this past season, \"Super Wheat\" with USDA wheat geneticist, Cheryl Baker? Remember she brought little vials of wheat for us to look at and taste?\nI got an email from the Slavens family a while back. They said, \"Thank you for giving us the wheat. We planted it and look how much it has grown! Thank you lots! :)\"\nRecently I received this update: \"We have harvested the wheat and hope to get it cleaned, the old fashioned way, with a sheet and some breeze. Our goal is to eventually make some bread! Wish us luck!\"\nIs that cool, or what? Good luck to you, and let us know how it goes with the bread!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.nmgk.ru/en/business/oilseeds-and-grain-operations/elevator-services/", "date": "2021-04-23T11:28:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618039617701.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20210423101141-20210423131141-00129.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9435021877288818, "token_count": 294, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__193171146", "lang": "en", "text": "We, group of companies \"NMGK\" care for our relations with our partners - producers of agricultural products and we are always open to new opportunities for interaction. Our goal is a long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation with regional producers of grains and oilseeds.\nAdvantages of cooperation with \"NMGK\"\n- Stability: If you cooperate with us, you choose reliable, proven partners. The guarantee of this is the history of purchasing growth of the Group, the success of GK “NMGK” products in the market and our aim to establish long-term relationships with raw materials suppliers;\n- Honesty in the receipt of agricultural products: automated control systems, modern equipment allows us to accurately and objectively determine the quantity and quality of raw materials;\n- Quality of acceptance, storage, handling and shipment services: we are constantly improving material and technical base of plant facilities, and we also closely monitor the quality of operations at all the stages.\n- Efficiency: We understand the importance of well-coordinated fast work in the height of the season - that's why we tend to promptly accept and pay for raw materials;\n- Flexibility: we tend to maintain good-neighborly relationships with the suppliers. Therefore, we are always ready for discussions and resolutions of various issues and problems. If you have questions about selling of raw materials and elevator services, please contact the head of the facility in your region.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.curacao.ubuy.com/en/category/health-household/household-supplies/paper-plastic/trash-compost-lawn-bags/lawn-leaf-bags-15755311", "date": "2024-04-23T08:34:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818468.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423064231-20240423094231-00064.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9458233118057251, "token_count": 568, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__125279469", "lang": "en", "text": "Do lawn leaf bags come in different sizes?\nYes, our lawn leaf bags are available in various sizes to accommodate different amounts of yard waste. You can choose the size that best suits your needs, whether you have a small yard or a larger outdoor space.\nAre lawn leaf bags reusable?\nWhile some lawn leaf bags are designed for single-use, there are reusable options available in the market. These reusable bags are typically made from durable materials and can withstand multiple seasons of use. Look for specifically labeled reusable lawn leaf bags if you prefer an environmentally-friendly and cost-effective choice.\nCan lawn leaf bags handle wet leaves?\nYes, our lawn leaf bags are designed to handle wet leaves and other damp yard waste. The materials used are water-resistant and prevent moisture from seeping through, keeping the bag and its contents secure. You can confidently use these bags even during rainy seasons or after watering your garden.\nHow do I close and seal the lawn leaf bags?\nOur lawn leaf bags feature easy-to-use closures that allow you to seal the bags securely. Once you have filled the bag with yard waste, simply gather the top edges and twist them tightly. Some bags also come with built-in ties or drawstrings for added convenience. Ensure the closure is tight to prevent any contents from spilling or leaking.\nAre lawn leaf bags suitable for other outdoor cleanup tasks?\nAbsolutely! While lawn leaf bags are commonly used for collecting leaves and grass clippings, they are versatile enough to handle other outdoor cleanup tasks. You can use these bags for disposing of branches, twigs, and other garden debris. Additionally, they can be handy for organizing and transporting bulky items during outdoor events or camping trips.\nDo lawn leaf bags have reinforced handles for easy carrying?\nYes, our lawn leaf bags are equipped with reinforced handles that provide a comfortable grip. These handles are designed to withstand the weight of the filled bag and make it easier to carry the yard waste to the designated disposal area. Say goodbye to flimsy bags with unreliable handles!\nCan I use lawn leaf bags for indoor storage?\nWhile lawn leaf bags are primarily designed for outdoor use, they can also serve as temporary storage solutions indoors. Whether you need to pack away seasonal clothing, kids' toys, or household items, these bags offer a spacious and affordable option. However, for long-term storage or delicate items, we recommend using dedicated storage containers.\nAre there eco-friendly options for lawn leaf bags?\nYes, we have a range of eco-friendly lawn leaf bags that are made from biodegradable materials. These bags are designed to break down naturally over time, reducing their impact on the environment. By choosing eco-friendly options, you can contribute to sustainable waste management practices and minimize your carbon footprint.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.aprilrinehart.com/property/id/83607/caldwell/0-not-applic/16865-goodson-rd/635bf92986bb977f56cca997/", "date": "2023-12-10T23:46:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102697.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210221943-20231211011943-00334.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8955787420272827, "token_count": 143, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__82101142", "lang": "en", "text": "Rare 5 acre building lot. Prior row crop ground with views and water rights. Quiet country living yet close to I84. Pressurized irrigation included. Building permit available. Limited CC&Rs and no HOA, no dues. Shared irrigation and road maintenance agreements in place. Note final address will be Edenbrook Ln, not Goodson Rd.\nThe data on this website relating to real estate for sale comes in part from the IDX Program of the Mountain Central Association of REALTORS.\nAll information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. The properties displayed may not be all of the properties available through the IDX Program. Any use of this site other than by potential buyers or sellers is strictly prohibited.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://youngredangus.com/regenerative-agriculture/soil-health-principles/", "date": "2023-06-06T12:47:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652569.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606114156-20230606144156-00338.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.937864363193512, "token_count": 619, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__219696404", "lang": "en", "text": "Soil Health Principles\nPlant Diversity can be achieved in multiple ways. A producer can add a cover crop to their rotation, they can inter seed cover crops into their cash crop. Plant diversity boost a plants immune system so that it can fight off harmful parasitic fungi and also increases a plants drought tolerance. This is accomplished because plants of different species share micronutrients with one another. Plants of the same species will not share micronutrients with one another.\nWhy not? Who doesn’t love cattle? Adding livestock to a system helps to improve any regenerative system. When properly manage, cattle can get armor on the soil by eating your cover crop reside or cash crop reside. Once the material has passed through their gut and place back on the ground their manure provides beneficial microbes and fertilizer to your system.\nContinual Living Root(Living Roots As Long As Possible)\nKeeping living plant roots in the ground year-round is the biggest challenge in a dry environment. This principle is in place because roots build soil structure through the secretion of exudates. Exudates bind soil particles together to form aggreges and aggreges build soil. Aggreges also allow for more water filtration allowing a producer to capture more moister in rain events. Living roots are important but it is also important to follow the 6th soil health principle of Know Your Context. It is the fall and it is too dry for a farmer to get a cover crop to germinate after corn, you might want to wait until the spring to get a cover crop established. We have had a challenge with wind erosion when trying to plant when it is too dry.\nLeaving armor on the soil is one of the most important soil health principles to follow. This is accomplished by leaving reside from a cash crop or cover crop rather than, bailing the residue for hay, over grazing it or tilling/ working the reside into the ground. Leaving soil armor reduces water and wind erosion, Keeps the soil moister in the ground during hot summer days and decreases water evaporation. The reside also provides protection for earthworms.\nTillage is extremely destructive to the health of the soil. Tillage destroys fungal life, eliminates aggregate stability and decimates the habitat for earthworms, protozoa, nematodes, microarthropods and other beneficial microbial life. Incorporating no-till to minimize the disturbance within the soil ecosystem is the best way to start building up the life within our farm ground.\nKnow Your Context\nThe newest of all soil health principles might be just be my favorite. A farmer must know his climate, soils and goal for his farming operation and apply the first 5 soil health principles to the best of his ability. If you search soil health principles you will find that other people have different takes on the first 5 I listed. No farm is the same and applying the principles will look a little different in each environment.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://youthofthesun.com/2016/02/29/the-garden/", "date": "2017-10-21T01:27:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-43/segments/1508187824537.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20171021005202-20171021025202-00494.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9689087271690369, "token_count": 245, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-43__0__191810178", "lang": "en", "text": "About six months ago we decided to plant every seed we had from fruits and vegetables, along with plants from the local Farmers Market. We decided to grow our first garden together once we realized how great we feel after eating only organic fruits and vegetables. We also planted our organic garden out of curiosity. We live in Florida so the climate is perfect for our new outdoors project. So we did our research and found ways to germinate the seeds, feed, and graft the trees to promote rapid flowering. We found that manure was a great way to get our garden growing. Witnessing new life rooting from the seeds of the fruits and vegetables is a treasure. We strive to reap all the benefits from plant based foods. The garden is our sanctuary, our place of relaxation, growth and living enzymes! Sometimes we will excercise our bodies by the garden to breathe its eager vitality. Although we grew many seeds unfortunately some did not root, however many did! Including; pineapple tops, papaya seed, date seed, lemon seed, sunflower seed, avocado seed, coconut, mint and milkweed and patiently waiting to see some escarole, kale, jackfruit, mamey, lychee and apple trees.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.sjwtx.com/", "date": "2022-05-17T06:38:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662517018.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20220517063528-20220517093528-00799.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9127857089042664, "token_count": 112, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__214928519", "lang": "en", "text": "On April 18th, SJWTX implemented Stage 1 Watering Restrictions for all customers in Comal and Blanco counties. Landscape irrigation with a sprinkler or irrigation system will be limited to one day per week. Watering variances will not be approved during Stage 1 or any other declared drought stage.\nAs weather conditions are forecasted to be drier than average through the summer months, we expect to move into progressive stages early this summer.\nTo learn more about Drought Contingency, click on the service area you live in:", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://druidebio.com/10-reasons-to-go-organic/", "date": "2020-10-20T06:23:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107869933.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20201020050920-20201020080920-00044.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9351063966751099, "token_count": 622, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-45", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-45__0__1725879", "lang": "en", "text": "10 Reasons To Go Organic\n- Organic products meet stringent national standards. The “Organic Canada” label assures the public that products have been grown and handled using strict methods and guidelines.\n- Reduction of chemicals! Many herbicides and insecticides commonly used in agriculture have been shown to be endocrine disruptors, carcinogens or have a negative effect on a child’s development. The choice of certified organic products is a way to reduce exposure to chemical residues. This is even more true with synthetic ingredients found in conventional cosmetics.\n- Organic farms take water seriously. Organic farmers must manage their land and lives around bodies of water very carefully and are subject to annual inspections. The absence of synthetic fertilizers and persistent toxic chemicals makes organic agriculture more conducive to protecting our precious water supplies.\n- Organic farmers work in harmony with nature. Organic farming contributes to the formation of healthy ecosystems and biodiversity, both on and around organic farms and more importantly for promoting sustainability and ecological balance.\n- Biological methods reduce pollution and energy loss. More energy is needed to produce synthetic fertilizers from fossil fuels than to grow and harvest crops or transport food. Canadian studies show that organic farming practices can use as little as half of the energy required for other farming methods and help sequester carbon back into the soil.\n- Protecting the health of farmers and children. Farmers exposed to pesticides are much more likely to suffer from cancer than non-farmers or organic farmers. Children are more exposed than adults when they ingest pesticide residues in food. The choice of organic products reduces the exposure for children and farmers.\n- Organic Farmers Contribute to Healthy Soil. Soil is the very foundation of the food chain. Organic agriculture focuses on sustainable practices that promote healthy soil microbiology and prevent erosion leaving fertile soil that will feed future generations.\n- Organic farming is good for rural Canada. The Census for Agriculture has shown that organic farming families, on average, are more successful in harvesting than the typical Canadian farm and on average employ more people.\n- Organic producers strive to preserve genetic diversity. The loss of a wide variety of species (biodiversity) is one of the most important concerns of our time. Fortunately, for decades, many organic farmers have been collecting and preserving seeds and cultivating heritage varieties and breeding rare livestock breeds.\n- Organic is the only standard for non-genetically modified products enforced by the Government of Canada. Organic standards prohibit the use of GMOs in seeds, feed and feed ingredients as well as processed organic products. If you are concerned about GMOs, think before you eat: think Organic Canada!\nThe ECOCERT®, COSMÉBIO and COSMOS standards that we follow in body care and cosmetics at Druide® Laboratories go even further than in agriculture, since all transformation processes are evaluated, as well as, all added ingredients, such as natural preservatives or natural stabilizers. No petroleum products are allowed and there is no testing on animals for ingredients or finished products. Two annual audits are done on-site and with all our suppliers for ingredients and packaging.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sicweb.com/blog/50-conductivity-meters-and-why-you-need-to-calibrate", "date": "2023-12-07T03:51:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100632.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207022257-20231207052257-00810.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9318007230758667, "token_count": 355, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__28947436", "lang": "en", "text": "CONDUCTIVITY METERS AND WHY YOU NEED TO CALIBRATE\n29 September 2019\nAn EC (Electronic Conductivity) Meter is a device used to measure the electrical conductivity of a solution. Small labs use these types of meters to help solve problems in the agricultural sector that concern the productivity of a soil.\nCalibrating Conductivity meters is important to ensure their abilities to measure how well solutions conduct electricity and remain accurate. You should calibrate the instrument each time it is used in order to get accurate readings at all times.\nHow to Calibrate:\nCalibration of these meters require the use of a solution that has a known conductivity to adjust the meter so as to read that known conductivity when testing that solution. Metal containers will affect the conductivity of the solution, so it is important to always use a plastic container when checking and calibrating the conductivity meter.\nThe calibration process of conductivity meters does require a keen and clean procedure to ensure the device is set to make accurate measurements. Contamination of the standard solution can cause its conductivity to vary away from the known.\nConductivity of solutions also depends on other variables such as temperature, and such factors have to be considered correctly when calibrating a particular meter. Electronic calibration should be conducted by well-trained people, to handle such solutions and done in appropriate lab environments.\nFor more than 30 years, Scientific Instrument Center has served businesses. We provide thorough, honest, and dependable services specializing in scientific equipment maintenance and scientific equipment calibrations.\nTo inquire about our services, you may contact us or give us a call at (614) 771-4700.\nWe are here to answer any questions you may have.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://fairweathergrowers.com/product/csa-summer-half-share/", "date": "2024-04-24T09:08:34Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819089.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424080812-20240424110812-00185.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9385385513305664, "token_count": 243, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__151311663", "lang": "en", "text": "Summer CSA Half Share\nFamily of two (Pick up every week)\nPick up days: Sunday (9AM-5PM), Tuesday (9AM-6PM), Thursday (9AM-6PM)\nFair Weather Growers Responsibility: Harvest produce that meets our high quality standard. Have shares packed and ready for pick-up on the designated days and time. Write and post Weekly Newsletter. We are a vegetable grower. Your box will be primarily vegetables. Fruits will be added only when available from local growers and feasible\nMembers Responsibility: Pick up their share on designated day and within allowed timeframe. If you can’t pick up send a friend, family member, or coworker to pick it up. Read the Weekly Newsletter, will be email to the above email this is the primary way we communicate with all of our members; there is some very important information in it. Understand that your payment entitles you to a weekly share of produce and also the risk involved in agriculture. (Such as weather and crop failure). Understand that as a member of the CSA I share in that risk and accept unforeseen outcomes.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://orderhenrys.com/product/decaf-whole-bean-coffee/", "date": "2021-01-21T06:05:26Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703522242.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20210121035242-20210121065242-00165.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9338082075119019, "token_count": 116, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__221840497", "lang": "en", "text": "The Colombian Sugarcane decaf process is unique in its ability to retain exceptional flavour while using natural extraction methods. This process uses solvent produced from fermenting locally grown sugarcane.\nThe delicate process of decaffeination begins by steaming the green coffee to remove the silver skins and increase porosity. They then soak them in the solvent which extracts the caffeine. The cup retains sweetness and the original character of the beans. Due to being processed at origin it also reduces the carbon footprint over other decaffeination processes. This coffee is also part of our flagship sustainability program.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://events.uiowa.edu/event/science_on_tap_-_growing_local_food_small-scale_farming_in_a_big_farm_state", "date": "2018-04-23T15:02:47Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125946077.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20180423144933-20180423164933-00555.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9393295049667358, "token_count": 230, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__29985249", "lang": "en", "text": "Science on Tap - Growing Local Food: Small-scale farming in a big farm state\nSpeaker: Dr. Brandi Janssen (Director, Iowa’s Center for Agricultural Safety and Health; Clinical Assistant Professor, Occupational and Environmental Health)\nIn Iowa, agriculture looms large. The state is the number one producer of corn, soybeans, and hogs and, most years, eggs. Iowa’s Big Ag reputation has put the state in the epicenter of some of the most hotly contested debates about farming and the future of food production. But Iowa is also home to a robust network of smaller scale farms that supply ever-expanding statewide and regional food markets. The rhetorical tendency to pit conventional and alternative agriculture against each other becomes complicated when those two systems co-exist in rural neighborhoods. This talk considers the ways that local and global food systems overlap in Iowa, and how their interactions can contribute to a healthier local food system.\nThursday, November 9, 2017 at 5:30pm to 6:30pm\nHancher Auditorium, Stanley Cafe\n141 Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.sdmrkcollege.co.in/pages/about-sdmrk.html", "date": "2021-09-21T13:49:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057225.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20210921131252-20210921161252-00715.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.944128155708313, "token_count": 291, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__87551199", "lang": "en", "text": "The SDMRK is a flagship institute under Indian Council of Agricultural Research to provide engineering solutions for overall prosperity and sustainability of farming systems. The mandate is fulfilled by providing national and international leadership by means of independent and coordinated research through the network of research centers established all over the country that results in developing commodity and location specific technologies needed by farmers and manufacturers. Transfer of agricultural engineering technology and education are also important activities of the institute. The efforts have resulted in about 250 technologies including research prototypes, processes, software and protocols besides many publications in the form of research papers, popular articles, technical bulletins, books etc. The activities of the institute are conducted through five research divisions, one Centre of excellence, four All India Coordinated Research Projects and Two Consortia Research Platforms. Besides, one arm of the institute located at Coimbatore also contributes to research and extension activities. The institute has adequate laboratory facilities and excellent infrastructure for support of all its endeavors – 93-hectare land, prototype fabrication workshops, state of the art library, guesthouses, hostels, auditorium and around 350 qualified and trained personnel. The developed technologies are transferred through licensing to private and public sector enterprises. Linkages with different institutes, international, central and state government agencies, NGOs, and industries also provide impetus to the spread of technologies. Testing of agricultural machinery, one of the major activities of the institute also helps to liaise with the agricultural machinery manufacturers.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.crigroup.com.cy/properties/kalo-chorio-limassol-ref-r-165-35/", "date": "2023-09-30T08:54:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510671.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930082033-20230930112033-00581.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8764922022819519, "token_count": 100, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__164922411", "lang": "en", "text": "Plot & Land\n€ Sale by Tender\nCALL +357 22 45 55 45\nThe plot is situated in the area of Mavridia of Kalo Chorio village in Limassol District, with easy access to the Limassol - Agros road. It has a total area of 7,693 m² and falls within the Agricultural Panning Zone Γ3.\n(Reg. no. 4739, Sheet/Plan 47/40, Plot no. 331)", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sanvifoods.com/the-royal-grain-exploring-the-unique-qualities-of-basmati-rice/", "date": "2024-03-05T07:17:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707948223038.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20240305060427-20240305090427-00245.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9109522104263306, "token_count": 1287, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__29827804", "lang": "en", "text": "In the vast world of rice varieties, one grain stands out with an unrivalled aroma, slender shape, and exquisite taste – Basmati rice. Known as the “queen of fragrance,” Basmati has earned its royal status in the culinary realm for its unique qualities that set it apart from other rice varieties, rightfully establishing it as the best long grain rice in India. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the exceptional characteristics that make Basmati the best rice for daily use and the undisputed choice for discerning palates.\nThe Basmati Legacy\nOriginating from the foothills of the Himalayas, Basmati rice has a rich history that dates back centuries. The name “Basmati” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Vasmati,” meaning fragrant or aromatic. The unique geography and climate of the Himalayan region contribute to the distinct aroma and flavour of the best long grain rice in India.\nBest Rice for Daily Use\nWhen it comes to choosing the best rice for daily use, Basmati rice effortlessly claims the throne. Its long grains and fluffy texture make it a versatile staple that complements a wide array of dishes. Whether you’re preparing biryanis, pilafs, or simple steamed rice, Basmati adds a touch of sophistication to every meal.\nThe Charminar Rozana Experience: A Case Study\nCharminar Rozana Rice, a trusted name in the world of Basmati, is known for its commitment to delivering the finest grains to households across India. Sourced from the heartland of Basmati cultivation, Charminar Rozana Rice undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure that only the best grains make it to your kitchen.\nWhat sets Charminar Rozana Rice apart is its ability to consistently provide long, slender grains that cook to perfection, offering a delightful texture and an irresistible aroma. This makes it the best long-grain rice in India, catering to the culinary preferences of those who demand nothing but the finest.\nAre guests coming over? Well, fret not, as something like Charminar Rozana Basmati is well-placed to take care of all your culinary requirements there are.\nThe Aroma of Basmati\nOne of the most captivating features of Basmati rice is its enchanting aroma. The grains release a distinct fragrance during cooking, filling the kitchen with an inviting scent that heightens the anticipation of the meal to come. This natural fragrance is attributed to the specific compounds present in Basmati rice, creating an unparalleled sensory experience.\nNot only does the aroma add a sensory dimension to the dining experience, but it also indicates the quality and authenticity of the Basmati rice. The best rice is not just about taste and texture; it’s about engaging all the senses, and Basmati excels in this aspect.\nCooking with Basmati\nThe cooking process plays a crucial role in bringing out the best in Basmati rice. To ensure that you enjoy the full spectrum of its flavours and aromas, it’s essential to follow a few key steps.\nFirstly, rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which can make the grains sticky. Soaking the rice for about 30 minutes before cooking helps achieve the perfect fluffiness. Use the absorption method, allowing the rice to absorb the water gradually, resulting in light, separate grains.\nFor an extra touch of indulgence, consider adding a cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, or a bay leaf to the cooking water. These aromatic additions enhance the overall flavour profile of the Basmati rice, turning a simple side dish into a culinary masterpiece.\nHealth Benefits of Basmati Rice\nBeyond its culinary allure, Basmati rice also offers health benefits that make it a wholesome choice for daily consumption. Basmati rice has a lower glycemic index compared to many other rice varieties, making it a preferred option for those mindful of their blood sugar levels.\nAdditionally, Basmati rice is naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. The long-grain rice is also a good source of complex carbohydrates, providing sustained energy without causing rapid spikes in blood sugar.\nBasmati rice contains essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and fibre. These contribute to overall well-being and make it a nutritious foundation for a balanced diet. By choosing Basmati rice, you not only indulge your taste buds but also nourish your body with a wholesome grain.\nBasmati in Global Cuisine\nWhile Basmati rice has deep roots in Indian cuisine, its popularity has transcended borders, becoming a staple in global kitchens. Renowned chefs and home cooks alike appreciate the versatility of Basmati, using it as a canvas to create diverse dishes that cater to a variety of palates.\nFrom Mediterranean pilafs to Mexican rice bowls, Basmati adapts seamlessly to different culinary traditions, adding its signature fragrance and texture to each creation. The global embrace of Basmati attests to its universal appeal and the cultural bridge it forms through the shared love of exceptional food.\nSustainability and Basmati Farming\nAs the demand for Basmati rice continues to rise, it’s crucial to address the sustainability of its cultivation. Basmati rice is primarily grown in the fertile plains of the Himalayan region, where responsible farming practices are essential to preserve the ecosystem.\nMany Basmati producers, including Charminar Rozana Rice, are committed to sustainable and eco-friendly farming methods. These practices not only ensure the long-term viability of Basmati cultivation but also contribute to the well-being of the local communities and the environment.\nBasmati rice, with its regal aroma, long grains, and exceptional taste, stands as the epitome of premium rice varieties. When searching for the best rice for daily use, Basmati emerges as the undisputed choice for those who appreciate the finer things in culinary life. Elevate your meals, indulge your senses, and savour the royal experience that Basmati rice brings to your table – a grain fit for kings and queens, now available for you.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.wyseguide.com/preserve-sweet-corn/", "date": "2023-12-04T04:17:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100523.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204020432-20231204050432-00892.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9674186110496521, "token_count": 550, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__18465596", "lang": "en", "text": "Table of Contents\nThe Farm is still high on energy as we all wrap things up so we can escape to the lake for a few days before my sister and family head back to their home in Virginia. On the agenda this week was freezing (preserving) sweet corn for my sister, mom, grandma, and myself! The corn was at its peak.\nThere are many different ways to freeze sweet corn but we think we have perfected the process to a fine science. Since preserving corn is a bit of a mess, once you start, you may as well do as much as you can, especially if you have plenty of help. It’s no secret that many hands make for light work.\nWe start by harvesting the corn, usually in the early hours of the day for cooler weather, and immediately husk the corn and take off as much of the silk as possible. You do not want to leave corn in the husk for too long or many of the sweet flavors will be absorbed into the cob. Cut off any abrasions or bad spots on the corn. If you are not used to handling sweet corn, there are two easy ways to tell if the corn is ready. If the kernels are dented, the corn is over-ready. On the other hand, if your fingernail pokes the kernel and the juice releases quickly, it is at its prime time to eat and preserve.\nAfter cleaning, always wash the corn and remove any more silk that may be on the corn. During this time, large pots of water should be brought to a boil so you can start cooking the corn as soon as it is cleaned. Place the corn in boiling water and bring back to a boil for five minutes.\nRemove the corn from the cooker and cool immediately in ice water. This cooling process will take a while; you want the center of the cob to be cold before you start cutting off the corn or it will not keep well in the freezer during the year. Make sure to have a lot of ice ready to use.\nOnce cold, start cutting off the corn. We have found no easier way to remove the corn from the cob than by using the old-fashioned method of cutting with a sharp knife. It may take you a few ears to feel how deep to cut, but you will learn quickly.\nPlace the cut corn in freezer bags or reusable boxes. Label and freeze!\nI have found that one five-gallon bucket of unhusked corn will yield close to seven pints of corn for the freezer. This corn will be the envy of anyone you share it with. It is immeasurably superior to the store-bought variety and is absolutely delicious!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://craftwayfloral.com.sg/shop/uncategorized/flower-food/", "date": "2024-03-05T14:57:41Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707948235171.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20240305124045-20240305154045-00590.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9479472041130066, "token_count": 356, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__188037559", "lang": "en", "text": "Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau is a flower fertilizer that contains all the essential nutrients that flowers need to thrive.\nIt is a water-soluble powder that can be mixed with water and applied to flowers to promote healthy growth and strong blooms.\nThe product is specially formulated to provide a balanced ratio of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, along with other micronutrients such as iron and magnesium.\nOne of the main benefits of Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau is that it is easy to use.\nSimply mix the powder with water according to the instructions on the packaging and apply it to your flowers.\nThe product is suitable for use on a wide variety of plants, including flowers, vegetables, fruits, and herbs.\nAnother benefit of Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau is that it is highly effective.\nThe balanced formula ensures that your plants receive all the nutrients they need to grow strong and healthy.\nThe product also helps to promote flower growth and overall health.\nIn addition to promoting healthy growth, Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau also helps to improve the quality of blooms.\nThe product contains high levels of phosphorus, which is essential for flower development.\nRegular use of Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau can help to promote larger, brighter, and longer-lasting blooms.\nOverall, Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-quality plant fertilizer.\nThe product is easy to use, highly effective, and suitable for use on a wide variety of plants.\nWhether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Flower Food Fleur ‘Eau can help you to achieve beautiful, healthy, and vibrant plants.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.toymodels-sale.com/bachmann-harvest-express-ho-scale/", "date": "2023-03-28T14:31:49Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296948867.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20230328135732-20230328165732-00510.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8862876296043396, "token_count": 203, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__165361846", "lang": "en", "text": "This is a Bachmann HO Harvest Express. Streaking through the golden wheat fields of central Canada is the Harvest Express. As it hauls colorful hoppers bursting with grain, its powerful EMD GP40 engine ensures a bountiful harvest is swiftly delivered across the vast Canadian landscape.\n- EMD GP40 diesel locomotive with operating headlight and all-wheel drive\n- Three Canadian 4-bay cylindrical grain hoppers\n- Body-mounted E-Z Mate® couplers\n- 47″ x 38″ oval of snap-fit E-Z Track® including 12 pieces of curved track, 1 piece of straight track, and 1 plug-in terminal Rerailer\n- Power pack and speed controller\n- Illustrated instruction manual\nShipping Weight: 9.5lbs\nScale: HO 1:87\nThis product was added to our catalog on November 5, 2021\nThere are no reviews yet.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cultivate-curiosity.com/2016/07/20/july-means-cherries/", "date": "2018-06-23T06:23:25Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267864943.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20180623054721-20180623074721-00428.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9509513974189758, "token_count": 1745, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__188834517", "lang": "en", "text": "Summertime means delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, and July means cherries. Since starting my graduate thesis in tart cherry breeding, I have developed an adoration for cherry production, and if you love cherries, Michigan is the right place to be. Within the United States, Michigan produces around 75% of the nation’s tart cherries and Washington, Oregon, and California collectively produce 90% of the sweet cherries.\nThe Cherry Family Tree\nCherries belong to the Rosaceae family which originated in Eastern Europe. Other members of this family are peaches, strawberries, plums, apricots, apples, pears, raspberries, almonds, roses, and others. Within the Rosaceae family, cherries belong to the Prunus genus. The two cherry species that we grow for fruit are sweet cherries (Prunus avium) and tart/sour cherries (Prunus cerasus). Sweet cherries are a progenitor species of tart cherries: in the ancient past, sweet cherries hybridized with another species, ground cherry, to produce what we know today as tart cherry. Cherries were brought to North America by Europeans and are now grown across the continent, particularly in areas like the Great Lakes and the Northwest United States where the effects of climate extremes are reduced by the surrounding topography.\nSo what’s the difference between sweet and tart cherries?\nThe major difference, of course, is that one is sweet and the other sour, but there are several other differences in both physical characteristics and production practices. Let’s start with the different characteristics. Commercially available sweet cherries are typically large, dark purple colored, and firm. You may recognize names like ‘Bing’, ‘Regina’, and ‘Sweetheart’. Sweet cherries can also be lighter yellow with a red blush, like the popular cultivar ‘Rainier’. There are fewer commercially grown tart cherry cultivars, with the most common being ‘Montmorency’, which is smaller and soft with red skin and light flesh. Another tart cherry cultivar you may recognize is ‘Balaton’ which is dark purple in color. ‘Balaton’ is grown on a small percentage of the total tart cherry acreage and is more commonly found in farmer’s markets and you-pick locations than in grocery stores. ‘Balaton’ has a charming origin story and was brought to the U.S. by my advising professor Dr. Amy Iezzoni, read more about its history here.\nSweet and tart cherries are both grown in monoculture over many acres of orchards and require similar growing conditions. Even though the two species are closely related they do differ in some cultural practices. One example of this is the use of fungicides to control the fungal disease Cherry Leaf Spot, which defoliates trees and is devastating to growers. Tart cherries are more susceptible to Cherry Leaf Spot than sweet cherries, and therefore\nrequire more frequent fungicide sprays.\nBecause my thesis is regarding different host-tree responses to Cherry Leaf Spot and breeding tart cherries for resistance to it, I will save these details for another post. Nonetheless, there are slightly different cultural inputs for sweet and tart cherries. The biggest difference, however, is the end use of these two cherry species and how this changes the way they are harvested and the ideal traits for each.\nSweet cherries are sold to consumers in the fresh market, while tart cherries are usually sold frozen and dried or as a component of baked goods, juices, and jams. Because sweet cherries are eaten fresh, they are picked and transported around the country shortly after harvest. This is why it is difficult to find sweet cherries out of season. Consumers prefer sweet cherries with the stem still attached, therefore all sweet cherries are hand-picked in order to keep the stems, which cannot be accomplished with a mechanical harvester. For fresh eating, it is preferred that the cherries be large in size and firm. Size appeals to consumers and increases grower profits while firmness allows the fruit to be transported long distances with less damage.\nOppositely, tart cherries tend to be processed just after harvest and are eaten as an ingredient in other food products. They are typically soft and therefore difficult to transport as a fresh product. About two weeks prior to harvest, tart cherries are sprayed with a plant growth regulator, Ethephon, which loosens the stems from the fruit. This allows the cherries to be more easily harvested with mechanical shakers that grasp the trunk of the tree and shake the fruits from the branches, catching them on a tarp (*see links to videos below). Once collected on the tarp, a conveyor belt moves the fruit into a large square bin of cold water. This cold water helps to preserve the quality of the soft fruit. These bins are then taken to a platform, or cooling pad, where cold water is continuously pumped throughout the bins until they can be transported to a nearby processing plant that same day. At the processing plant, the pits will be removed and the cherries will eventually be made into products like canned pie filling, dried cherries, frozen cherries, jam, and juice. Because tart cherries are harvested using mechanical shakers, fruit can only be harvested from trees that are at least 6 years old: any younger and the trunk may break. This is a big restriction to tart cherry growers, as cherries can flower and produce fruit when they are 3 years old. To address this issue, alternative methods, such as the use of precocious dwarfing rootstocks and over-the-row harvesting systems, are being explored for both young orchards and high-density plantings.\nTart Cherry Breeding Goals\nAs mentioned in previous posts, plant breeders tend to target specific traits depending on the crop, environment, and needs of growers. As far as tart cherry breeding goes, Michigan State University is home to the only tart breeding program in the United States, led by Dr. Amy Iezzoni. As a student in this program, I have been lucky enough to see firsthand the progress made in improving tart cherry traits and the impact this work has on growers. So what are the traits being targeted in tart cherry breeding? You may have been able to guess a few from the above descriptions of various fruit traits and production practices.\nWhen it comes to fruit traits we are looking for larger and firmer fruits that have both red skin and red flesh, and detach easily from the stems for harvest purposes. Because consumers associate red color with cherries, it is the color preferred by processors. The current major cultivar ‘Montmorency’ has red skin but nearly clear flesh, so red food dyes are often added to cherry products; however, fruit with naturally red flesh would eliminate this use of added dyes. For processing, it is best if the fruits are round so that they sit appropriately in the pitting equipment, and firm enough that they do not break apart when the pit is poked out. It is also essential for the pit to be round so that it is not chipped by the machinery, freestone so that it easily detaches from the flesh of the fruit, and small enough so that it doesn’t take up too much of the fruit size but large enough that it is not missed by the pitting equipment. In addition to fruit traits we are breeding for increased fruit yields, resistance to Cherry Leaf Spot, and late bloom time. Later bloom time reduces the risk of yield losses caused by flower death in the occurrence of Spring frosts.\nProgress in breeding for these traits has been hastened through the use of genetic markers which provide information to be used in designing breeding crosses and selecting individuals. To learn more about how this technology is being used in breeding Rosaceous crops like cherries, visit these links for the RosBREED Project and Dr. Iezzoni’s Program and look for a future Cultivate Curiosity post on genetic markers in breeding.\nThis summer, enjoy fresh sweet cherries while they are in season and keep an eye out for any local fresh markets with tart cherries! The rest of the year, enjoy tart cherries in pies, jams, juices, as well as dried and frozen. To learn more about tart cherry’s admirable qualities and to get some creative cherry recipes visit choosecherries.com.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://technologytransfer.icipe.org/technologies/cowpea-aphids-ipm/", "date": "2023-09-26T19:29:49Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510219.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20230926175325-20230926205325-00292.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8841375708580017, "token_count": 118, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__111345748", "lang": "en", "text": "Cowpea aphids are shiny black with white and black legs. They inject a powerful toxin into the plant while feeding and, when their numbers are high, this can stunt or even kill plants. While feeding, this aphid produces a considerable amount of honeydew upon which sooty mold can grow. Icipe research investigates the use of entomopathogenic fungi as biopesticide and also the use of parasitic wasps.\nP.O. Box 30772-00100 Nairobi, Kenya", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.yoki.gr/manufacturer-skaza?product_id=1287", "date": "2024-04-18T10:28:11Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817206.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418093630-20240418123630-00612.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8635212779045105, "token_count": 596, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__100461518", "lang": "en", "text": "An innovative kitchen composter made from recycled plastics that you can use even if you do not have a garden.\nSimple Composting at Home\nBokashi Organko is a sophisticated and practical composter for organic waste disposal which eliminates inconveniences with collecting organic waste. Waste decay is the most frequent reason for unpleasant odor. The use of bran with beneficial micro-organisms ensures the fermentation process occurs properly and thus prevents decay. As a result, fermented organic waste is an excellent basis for first-rate compost.\nWithout Unpleasant Odour\nBokashi Organko has an airtight container that prevents the inflow of the air. This and the use of the bran with effective microorganisms that we put on the bio-waste we ensure that during the whole process the food does not rot, but ferment. During the whole fermentation process, there is no unpleasant odor of rotting even when opening the container.\nEffective Bran and Tap\nBokashi bran consists of bran meal, molasses, and useful micro-organisms. The presence of natural micro-organisms in the Bokashi bran initiates the fermentation process and prevents decay. Fermentation liquid produced in the process can be used as an excellent fertilizer for plants or as a natural drain cleaner.\nFor your Lush Garden\nA lush garden like never before! Finally, a garden full of plants, flowers and vegetables, and a fridge, full of home-made and healthy food. Try Bokashi composting and find a natural way for a more sustainable zero-waste lifestyle.\nFor your Sustainable Lifestyle\nGive your lifestyle a more sustainable but simple solution - Bokashi Organko 1. This kitchen composter made from recycled plastics will get you a completely natural fertilizer for your plants and an organic drain cleaner.\nAbout this item\nBeginner set: the set contains everything you need for both beginners and already enthusiastic users.\nEffective microorganisms: due to the effects of micro-organisms in the EM scattering, waste does not rot. Vitamins, minerals and minerals are retained.\nFirst-class foundation for compost: during the fermentation process, some pesticides and other environmentally harmful substances are decomposed. The resulting blend provides a first-class foundation for the compost.\nSet contents: 1 x composter, 1 x EM spreading 1 kg, accessories (1 x smoother, 1 x colander, 1 x measuring unit for scattering, 1 x drip container), 1 x user manual (English language not guaranteed).\nDimensions: 38 x 27 x 32 cm (H x W x D), volume - 16 litres, material - recycled, environmentally friendly materials, made in the EU.\nColour Olive green\nBrand Skaza Exceeding Expectations.\nCapacity 16 litres\nItem dimensions L x W x H 32 x 27 x 38 centimetres\nItem weight 1 Kilograms", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.naturesgoldusa.com/blogs/news/farming-together-to-bring-you-the-best", "date": "2023-03-30T01:11:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949093.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330004340-20230330034340-00169.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9315165877342224, "token_count": 411, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__19216580", "lang": "en", "text": "May 29, 2018\nAt Nature’s Gold, our number one priority has always been to produce high standard products with elite natural ingredients. Manuka Honey\nis a featured ingredient in all of our products, and we are always researching initiatives to ensure the Manuka Honey in our products is the best quality around. In March 2018, Nature’s Gold helped to incorporate the Australian Farming Together/ABC Honey co-op initiative, which allows beekeepers to share in the profits from the entire chain of the hive to the consumer. Beginning with production right up to the end user, beekeepers benefit.\nForming a co-op and undertaking a joint venture with Nature’s Gold\nhas helped apiarists invest in technology to create the highest standards of Australian honey for the world to enjoy.\nBy collaborating with ABC Honey and Nature’s Gold, the co-op has been able to create a stand-alone packing house, and install a sophisticated honey aeration plant to secure a major supply contract. The co-op also offers packing services to all members of the co-operative under their own labels. The co-op is also preparing to introduce mobile extraction units for the honey, which creates a natural process for preventing raw honey from crystalizing. Aeration plants are used extensively overseas, but are an Australian-first.\nWorking collaboratively allows beekeepers to save money, potentially make more money, and ensure their honey stays at a high-standard from the hive all the way to the end customer, whether those customers are local or overseas.\n“Co-operatives are the building blocks of all great economic activity, they formalize loose partnerships and make them work for the benefit of all the members,” - Richard Symes Cooperative Co-founder.\nThis exciting new collaboration for Nature’s Gold means that we can ensure we maintain healthy relationships with the elite beekeepers across Australia, whose quality standards are only the best.\nLeave a comment\nComments will be approved before showing up.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.carbohort.com/en/products", "date": "2020-06-02T13:10:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347425148.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20200602130925-20200602160925-00305.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8939951658248901, "token_count": 362, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__41579605", "lang": "en", "text": "Our natural and ecological substrate suits perfectly for soil and soilless cultivation of every plant species. It consists of naturally selected fractions of soft brown coal, that can successfully be used to improve the overall quality of soils, including light soils. Brown coal (lignite), as a rich source of humic substances (humic, humin acids and their salts), plays a key role in maintaining fertility of soils and providing plants with mineral compounds. It ameliorates physical, physico-chemical and biological properties of soils.\nHumic substances regulate the concentration of soil solution through sorption and release of the elements into solution. They also effectively protect soil environment and the ecosystem from effects of heavy metals contamination.\nis a natural and ecological plant nourishing formula, created from the rich in humic acids Polish leonardite mineraloids, located directly above lignite deposits. It contains concentrated humins, fulvic and humic acids, conducive to the formation of humus in the soil, which is the main source of nutrients for plants. Carbohumic improves the structure, increase the abundance of soils and stimulate their microbiological activity.\nCarbohumic is much more effective than the commonly used manure and compost, which quickly mineralize and do not allow to create the proper amount of humus. Scientific research has proved that field crops, in which Carbohumic was applied in combination with Carbomat substrate, were characterized by a higher yield, and the plants retained all nutritional properties.\nCarboHort Sp. z o.o.\nUl. Jeżynowa 1\n62-002 Suchy Las\n+ 48 506 383 715;\n+ 48 506 066 663;\n+48 506 066 663", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://redshift.autodesk.com/agricultural-engineering/", "date": "2022-01-19T23:44:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320301592.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20220119215632-20220120005632-00259.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9486027359962463, "token_count": 1592, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__149191217", "lang": "en", "text": "When you think of nontraditional farming methods or agricultural engineering, you may picture greenhouse-type configurations of Bluetooth-enabled seed beds. You might also see stacked shipping containers filled with row after row of greens, herbs, and vegetables.\nIndeed, today’s farming is quite different from the farming of just a generation or two ago. But in many cases, agriculture conglomerates have purchased independent farms to create megasize industrial farms that are good for one thing: churning out lots of food. Sure, it feeds the beast of modern food supply, but at the current pace of production, these megafarms won’t be capable of keeping up with the population of the future—and they certainly don’t appeal to consumers who worry about the impact of their food choices on the environment.\nThe grow-your-own food movement is fueled in large part by these consumers’ demands. The ultimate answer to easing your own food fears is to be your own farmer, but traditional farming methods don’t suit a modern, urban life. This void of farming alternatives has inspired engineering startups, empowered by accessible design tools such as Autodesk Fusion 360, to create smarter, more efficient farming models. Here are three examples of farming alternatives using agricultural engineering to change the way the world gets its food.\nMost grocery-store foods are lackluster versions of the beautiful, vibrant produce farmers grow. That’s because the produce is often picked early and forced to sustain a long transport—in some cases traveling thousands of miles or across oceans—from the farm to the store. By the time you get the produce home, you may have a mere 48 hours before it is wilting or rotting.\nThat reality is what drove agrilution to create the plantCube. “We are not just another startup building another DIY home-growing device,” says Maximilian Loessl, agrilution’s cofounder and CEO. “The concept of agrilution at its target is much bigger. We are creating a home-growing ecosystem where the best, freshest, healthiest, and tastiest greens are the focal point.”\nOne key way agrilution enables DIY growers’ success is by using the power of modern technology to make growing as seamless—and as painless—as possible. “The agrilution ecosystem consists of a fully automated home growing device, the plantCube, and an app to remote-monitor and control what’s growing in the plantCube, to connect with other users, and to buy new refill varieties,” Loessl says.\nThe plantCube is roughly the size of a dishwasher. The climate-controlled device can replicate conditions of any country, so if you are keen on growing special produce for Japanese or Chinese cuisine, you could do so, say, from your house in coastal Georgia or the highest elevations of the Rockies. But the greatest power of technologies like plantCube is its impact—or rather its lack of impact—on the resources that are already vulnerable because of standard farming methods.\n“The sustainability advantages of vertical farming technology are vast,” Loessl says. “We use zero pesticides and only 2 percent of the water used in conventional agriculture, only 40 percent of the fertilizer, 50 percent of the space, and zero arable land is needed. But the greatest impact our products make is to reconnect people with what they eat and how plants grow. Growing your own food makes you more aware of what and how you eat and buy.”\nBright Agrotech’s ZipFarms\nIn the realm of vertical farming, Bright Agrotech is taking to the skies, literally. Its ZipGrow towers, which leverage true vertical-plane farming, can line the sides of buildings or fill vacant lots while still producing more food than conventional farming methods could yield in the same plot of land.\nZipFarms rely on hydroponic growing. “Hydroponics is great in a few different ways,” says Bright Agrotech CEO Nate Storey. “One, it is very lightweight. It removes a lot of the complications of working with soils. It allows us to concentrate production in a way that minimizes the use of fossil fuels and machinery, and it’s formulated, so we know exactly what’s in it, and we know exactly how it will impact plant growth, and we know exactly what kind of nutrition value of that plant will be, because everything is highly standardized.”\nThis soilless growth allows for high-density production in unlikely places, and it allows farmers to crop up anywhere. “It’s way more accessible than having to go out and find 50 or 60 acres that you can buy or lease to farm,” Storey says. “Ninety-eight percent of the population lives in cities now, and 2 percent live in rural areas. If we really want to grow food close to the source, then we’re growing in developed areas where land is really expensive. We have to figure out a way to grow with much, much higher density. You can’t stack fields on top of each other, but you can grow hydroponically in superdense configurations.”\nFrom mom-and-pop growers to restaurant-scale projects, Bright Agrotech has seen a dramatic increase in interest and use of its products in the past three years. Customers are planting the seeds for big change—starting with basil, mint, kale, watercress, and other leafy greens.\n“The best kind of herbs and greens are the ones that are not bred for transportation,” Storey says. “What that means is, if you can grow those closer to the market, you can grow them more efficiently, get them to the customer, and get the customer a much higher-quality product.”\nLivin Farms’ Hive\nThe same eco-friendly food movement that has given way to home farming, vertical farms, and kelp gardens has also spurred the creation of a bug-farming device. That’s right: Livin Farms, a company based in the UK and Hong Kong, has developed a product, called Hive, that helps you seed, grow, and harvest bugs.\n“Edible insects, such as mealworms, that you can grow inside your Hive are sustainable to raise, they need very little water and energy and can be raised on food that is in no competition with human food,” says Katharina Unger, founder and CEO of Livin Farms.\nUnger knows this is unsure territory. “We are excited that the Hive really does make people rethink how and what they eat,” Unger says. “It’s a cultural and a paradigm shift that comes with edible insects becoming part of the Western diet. But it’s a healthy and sustainable one. We love to be at the forefront of a movement that really does get people to make a conscious choice.”\nThese three examples of agricultural engineering are the tip of the green iceberg—and where they grow, so grow many more like them. Traditional farming will likely be antiquated within a few generations, and in its place will be brilliant solutions for modernized food production. After all, the collective mind-set is moving from one that simply demands food to one that questions every aspect of that food: Where did it come from? Who grew it? What was its impact on the environment? There’s no better way to answer those questions than to know the farmer personally—or, rather, to be the farmer yourself.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.maritimeexpress.ca/product-page/storm-cider-hurricane-teddy", "date": "2022-05-29T07:40:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652663048462.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20220529072915-20220529102915-00568.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9563310742378235, "token_count": 172, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__289366384", "lang": "en", "text": "Semi-Dry Cider - 5.5% ABV\nThe newest in our Storm Cider series, Hurricane Teddy semi-dry cider.\nOn September 23, 2020, Hurricane Teddy hit Nova Scotia as a post-tropical storm. While it wasn’t nearly as destructive as predicted, a few unlucky apple farms in the Annapolis Valley lost nearly all their apples. This cider was made from those salvaged apples.\nBright and bubbly. Smooth and well balanced with notes of fresh apple, white cranberry and kiwi. Delicate aromas of pear and green apple.\nWith the storm cider series, we help our local fruit growers by taking what would have been a lost crop and turning it into a premium, one of a kind product.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://liherald.live.communityq.com/glenhead/stories/a-planters-paradise-in-sea-cliff,104907", "date": "2019-06-16T02:43:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627997533.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20190616022644-20190616044644-00542.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9593731164932251, "token_count": 1267, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__161667749", "lang": "en", "text": "The scorching heat last Saturday morning didn’t discourage visitors from attending the Bi-Annual Secret Garden Tour, sponsored by the Sea Cliff Beautification Committee. Since 1997, committee members have identified “hidden retreats” in the village that residents can explore in a self-guided walking tour.\n“This is a big year for Beautification because it’s our 60th anniversary,” said Gwynne Lennon, a member of the Garden Tour committee. “There are nine stops, including six private gardens, and we try to keep the gardens secret until the day of the tour.”\nThe event celebrates “home-grown horticulture” in Sea Cliff and flaunts the “floral ambitions” of some of the village’s residents. Among this year’s stops were a micro farm, a garden vista with water views and elaborate perennial shade gardens.\n“People will be able to see beautiful suburban gardens, a smaller garden based on a French landscape design, and one stop which is very creative is the micro-garden,” Lennon said. “The family sells veggies throughout the season in their front yard.”\nDonna and Peter Kianka have nurtured a micro-farm since 1989, when they moved to the village. What began as a few modest plantings along the north end of their property has blossomed into small “maze” that fills the backyard, abundant with herbs, fruits and vegetables. This is the first year their home was featured on the tour.\n“We put it off for a couple of years because it’s a little bit of a maze, but we had faith that people would be able to navigate it,” said Donna, who is an herbalist by avocation.\nHer husband’s interest in farming grew out of spending summers on his grandparents’ 90-acre farm in New Jersey. He called sharing his expertise with fellow plant-lovers “fun.”\n“I like answering their questions and running into people who also like to garden, and they give me some ideas, too,” Peter said. “We had one guy come earlier, and we were sharing advice regarding irrigation systems and whatnot.”\nThe micro-farm boasts more than a dozen raised beds bursting with vegetables like tomatoes, onions, peppers, corn, beans, carrots, cucumbers, garlic, squash and eggplants. Lining the beds are vibrant marigolds, which act as a natural insecticide, true to the Kiankas’ tradition of organic farming.\n“We would like to see more people growing their own herbs, avoiding all those pesticides, and we’d like to see more of an interest in vegetable gardening,” Donna said. “I think it’s better for your health, and it renews the spirit to be out cultivating and nurturing plants.”\nJust across from Pirie Park, on Summit Avenue, Nancy Gordon, another first-time exhibitor, greets guests visiting her clifftop garden, which blends stone, metal, wood and greenery into one tranquil scene. She said her green thumb was only recently realized, when she saw the opportunity to transform the eroding cliffside of her new home into a planter’s paradise. It took over 10 years to complete, which included the building of tiered retaining walls.\n“I’ve always loved the garden tour, and it’s been a lot of fun being a host,” Gordon said. “We’ve been working very hard the last three or four years to restore the backyard.”\nHydrangeas, roses and boxwoods border the stone stairwell at the top of the cliff. Taking a closer look in between the stones, one can see a cultivation of Irish moss, sedum and other succulents flourishing in the cracks. Farther down on the patio, surrounded by shade plants, visitors are offered panoramic views of the waterways below.\n“In my last house, I didn’t have the spots that I have here [to garden], so this is really fun for me, but the lead-up to it is really the most fun,” Gordon said. “I like the idea of it being a secret.”\nDown a shady, winding road, self-proclaimed anglophile Posey Heisig, who has been designing gardens for 30 years, gives tour-takers detailed descriptions of her own secret garden, which emulates the ethereal landscapes of southwestern France, a beloved destination she and her family used to visit every summer.\n“The French designers of the 17th century weren’t out of their minds,” Heisig said, explaining the garden’s layout. “There was a reason they built the châteaus [on top of hillside] and the gardens down [below].”\nThe result is a cascade of roses, peonies and hydrangeas into Heisig’s backyard, which is dotted with upcycled antiques — think refurbished doors and wrought-iron benches. Two lines of manicured bushes cut a walkway through the middle of the space to Heisig’s back porch. At the center of it all stands a marble fountain, burbling with glee. On the side of the house, handmade mosaics crafted from shards of old tea sets provide a pop of color.\n“I don’t like what’s going on in the world today, so I make my own world here — this is my little paradise,” Heisig said.\nThis is the third year Heisig has put her immaculate gardens, which span three lots, on display. She enjoys the visitors, especially those with green thumbs. “I think gardening people are the nicest people in the world,” she said.\nCheck out next week's edition of the Herald Gazette for more photos from the tour.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://moonbridgebooks.com/2015/02/14/color-printing-and-good-food-for-your-memoir/", "date": "2022-11-30T07:00:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710733.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20221130060525-20221130090525-00473.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9584081768989563, "token_count": 660, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__293836870", "lang": "en", "text": "My mom-in-law is known for her soul-satisfying Southern cooking. If I lived closer to her, I’d gain a lot of weight but probably be less stressed thanks to all those endorphins she brings to the table. She also has some fascinating stories from her childhood growing up on a farm in the Tennessee countryside during the 1940s and 50s. She’s seen the advent of electricity, indoor plumbing, and automobiles. She’s picked cotton by hand. I had to get all these stories down on paper to save for generations, and why not save those recipes, too.\nLast summer I published her book of stories and recipes, also photos of food, farm, and even farm crops since most kids these days have no idea what okra flowers or purple-hull pea pods look like. I’m glad my own kids have helped harvest the crops from my in-laws’ current big vegetable gardens. Stooping in the heat and buzzing insects to pull potatoes out of the dirt and snapping a giant pile of green beans to ready them for canning are meaningful life experiences in my books. Don’t take for granted where your food comes from, and appreciate those farm laborers.\nI had the book printed for family only through Lulu.com since I only needed about 20 copies. Lulu did a fine job on the color interior! I scanned old photos, including some faded b&w ones, at 300 dpi and used high-resolution digital photos taken with my decent-quality Nikon Coolpix. Lulu’s color printing is not meant to make glossy, pro-photography, coffee-table style books or color-illustrated children’s books, but is just fine for family books with smaller size photos or art. The price was right, too. The 36-page paperback, 8.5” x 11” size, was about $18 each. Can’t beat that for color printing. I uploaded a photo taken in my in-laws’ kitchen for the cover and used a free Lulu cover template. Note from my last post, Far-reaching Effects of Family Stories, that Theresa had trouble with Lulu’s printing of her b&w photos. I’ve never had trouble with that before, but that’s something to take into consideration – and always get a print proof copy to head off any problems.\nWe are thrilled to have Grandma’s cool stories and those recipes saved. Even if we never make some of those rich recipes, they are of historical and cultural interest. Food was a big part of farm life. Homemade boiled custard, mmm. Farming sure has changed over the years. If you’ve got farm stories in your family, write them down to save. Even if you don’t have Grandma’s recipes, you can still write about the food. Tell what you do know and let the younger generations taste it in their hearts and minds.\nPS: I enjoyed Carol Bodensteiner’s memoir of farm life back in the day, Growing Up Country: Memoir of an Iowa Farm Girl.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://chowney.email/poultry-for-pleasure-all-part-of-the-family", "date": "2024-04-12T21:10:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816070.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412194614-20240412224614-00555.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9654271006584167, "token_count": 1412, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__131069401", "lang": "en", "text": "Keeping chickens has been such an enormous pleasure. There’s something very relaxing about them, their movements, the noises they make, their behaviour … it’s a much more pleasurable experience than I’d expected. And of course, fresh eggs every day.\nWe’d been thinking about getting chickens for a couple of years. Our garden is a reasonable size, but not huge (about 30 metres long), so we had to think about how we’d fit them in. After a lot of research and a chicken keeping course at Mantel Farm in Catsfield, we finally succumbed last September. We bought three: Marge (a Light Sussex, the white one); Phyllis (a Cuckoo Maran, the speckled one); and Hilda, (a Skyline, the brown one). They quickly established a pecking order: Marge at the top, although she’s the most placid and doesn’t mind being picked up, and Hilda at the bottom, she’s the least placid and hates being picked up. The names come from Jo’s three great aunts – long dead now, but she thinks they would have approved. We did wonder what the cats would make of them, but after being a little alarmed at first, they’ve quickly accepted them as part of the family.\nTheir house and enclosed run came from ‘Buttercup Farm’, an online retailer – expensive, but very solid and completely fox proof. The chicken house part is 1.8m x 1.2m, the attached covered run is 2.4m x 1.2m. It did need a bit of modification though to block up the eaves (installing a covered air vent instead) and fitting a door jamb. The house wasn’t designed for coastal environments where the rain falls horizontally. We tried a number of different feeds, but eventually settled on Marriage’s Organic layers’ pellets, which they seem to like best. We also give them ‘treats’ made up a mixture of dried maize and mealworms. Treats are how you get chickens to co-operate – once they learn the sound of a shaken treat box, they’ll go anywhere you want them to. We also give them a tin of tuna occasionally – they love tuna, and it provides lots of protein. But overall, chickens seem to eat more or less anything: worms, snails, woodlice, spiders, grass, weeds, courgettes, cabbage, and indeed your favourite plants if you let them. On this diet, they lay about an egg a day each – a bit less in the depths of winter. Hilda, the Skyline, lays blue eggs. The other two lay brown eggs.\nThe floor of the enclosed run (which is just earth) is covered with a 100cm or so layer of hardwood chips, which are cheap and work well, giving the chickens something to scratch around in. The coop part is quite large, and has allowed us to use a ‘deep litter’ system. You don’t hear much of deep litter chicken management nowadays. It used to be popular, but was abandoned in favour of more ‘hygienic’ methods. But I wanted to try it as it’s how my Dad used to keep chickens, in the garage in Chobham at the house where we lived until I was five years old (we didn’t have a car then). ‘Deep litter’ was something I heard every day, and was quite probably one of my first words.\nThe idea with deep litter is that you turn the floor of the chickens’ indoor housing into a sort of compost heap. That requires a bit of modification to the housing. I asked for the pop-hole (where the chicken pop out) to be raised six inches above the floor when I ordered the housing, and I had to put a board across the bottom of the door opening. You put in a deep layer of bedding, and allow the chickens to scratch around in it, mixing their droppings in. A natural decomposition process starts, with an ecosystem established in the litter, from microorganisms up to predatory arthropods, and indeed the chickens themselves. The advantage of deep litter is that you don’t have to clean it out for months; the disadvantage is that it has to be quite carefully managed to make sure the process works as it should, maintaining the right kind of decomposition of the droppings and the right microflora in the bedding.\nI used hemp bedding, which is very absorbent and stops the litter getting too damp. If the moisture content gets too high, the droppings will decompose producing ammonia, which is toxic. I put in a 150cm layer, and rake it over once a week, using a cultivator hoe to make sure air remains in contact with the droppings and hemp bedding throughout. It’s been there for six months now, and there’s no sign of any ammonia odours, it still smells as sweet as when I put it in. I was thinking it would need changing after six months, but I’m going to leave it longer now. The chickens like it, scratching around in it and picking out insects that are now in the bedding helping the decomposition process. It’s also still quite dry, which seems to be more to do with the extraordinary absorbing properties of the chopped hemp. Using the deep litter system, the rest of the weekly clean-out (cleaning the nest boxes, washing their perches, refilling their oyster shell and grit, generally tidying up) takes about half an hour.\nWhen we’re out in the garden (or in the summerhouse, which is close to the chickens) we let them out into a larger, uncovered run. It’s not fox proof, but is fairly robust – we’ve used chicken fencing from Omlet, an online supplier – pricey, but good quality and easy to move around. Throughout the winter, they roamed our vegetable patch (with our winter kale and spring cabbage carefully enclosed in a cage), which worked really well, they scratched it over, fertilised it, and got rid of all the weeds. Now they’ve moved on to their summer quarters, part of the lawn and our ‘wild area’.\nSo it’s been an enjoyable experience. Marge, Hilda and Phyllis are part of the family. They provide us with eggs and endless, calming entertainment. If you’re thinking about chicken keeping, I can recommend it. And if you’re not thinking about it, and you’ve got the space, do consider it!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rukusamay.com/accommodations", "date": "2023-12-11T01:37:28Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679103464.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211013452-20231211043452-00026.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9733898043632507, "token_count": 154, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__58571330", "lang": "en", "text": "Our Healing Center\nOur healing center and ecolodge is located about a 2 hour drive from Tena and Misahualli deep into the Amazon rainforest. Ever since its creation many years ago, it has been a place where people from around the world and from all walks of life have been welcomed to experience our culture and learn the healing ways of the forest.\nOur farming is deeply rooted in permaculture and ancient Kichwa cultivation methods. Our fields are located within the forest and utilize its natural biodiversity. You are welcome to join us in our daily efforts and explore how crops are raised in the rainforest. The most important crop is yuca, a nutritional, delicious root harvested throughout the year for the well being of the family and all our guests.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://elleshome.com/best-backpack-sprayer/", "date": "2023-12-03T03:47:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100484.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203030948-20231203060948-00323.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9298120141029358, "token_count": 3743, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__210911552", "lang": "en", "text": "Many people opt for gardening as a hobby, and why not, it is one of the most relaxing and comforting things in life. However, your lawn requires extra care, and sometimes you’ll find yourself in need of helpful tools to aid you with the process. One of such necessary and beneficial tools is a backpack sprayer.\nYou might stay frustrated with outgrown weeds consuming your beautiful flower beds, and irregular grass patches may have driven you to your breaking point. If you want to ease your gardening struggles, a good-quality backpack sprayer can be the perfect solution to most of your lawn problems. In this article, we’ll inform and help you with choosing the best backpack sprayer for your needs. Let us dive right into it.\nComparison of 10 Best Backpack Sprayers in 2020\n|Chapin Commercial Backpack Sprayer||\n|Field King Professional Backpack Sprayer||\n|Field King Max Backpack Sprayer||\n|Roundup Heavy Duty Backpack Sprayer||\n|M4 MY4SONS Backpack Sprayer||\n|Scotts Professional Sprayer||\n|Hudson Commercial Bak-Pak Sprayer||\n|Solo High-Performance Backpack Sprayer||\n|Petra Backpack Sprayer||\n|VIVOSUN Sujer Backpack Sprayer||\nTop 10 Best Backpack Sprayer Reviews in 2020\nHere are the product reviews for the best type of backpack sprayers you can get your hands on today.\n1. Chapin Tree and Turf Pro Commercial Backpack Sprayer\nChapin 61900 Turf Pro Commercial Backpack Sprayer is a top-rated backpack sprayer that features a four-gallon tank with a wide opening at the top for convenient refilling. The opening measures around five inches and the tank has a translucent design to make it easier for the user to check the current level inside the container. Most notably, this sprayer works with most conventional pesticides, fertilizers, and other gardening chemicals.\nChapin 61900 Backpack Sprayer has a few safety and comfort features for the users that might help you during your gardening endeavors. First, it has a unique three-stage filtration system that combines with the built-in filter to offer a complete and efficient spray. You can remove, clean, and replace the in-tank filter whenever needed. Second, the turn-off assembly of this tank has a cushioned grip, consists of three variable nozzles, and has an analog pressure gauge to check current pressure.\nLastly, the straps of this tank have a padded design for prolonged work without hurting your shoulders. This backpack sprayer operates at 40-60 PSI and has a flow rate of 0.4 – 0.5 GPM. The packaging includes a detailed instruction manual, and manufacturers provide in-house customer support for this product.\n2. Field King Professional Backpack Sprayer\nField King Professional 190328 Pump Backpack Sprayer is a handy gardening tool that comes with a no-leak design to prevent chemicals from getting in contact with your skin, especially on your back. It has a four-gallon tank, and the internal piston provides an optimum pressure of around 150 PSI. Manufacturers of this product claim to provide 65% higher pressure than regular best backpack sprayers so you can access hard-to-reach areas with multiple pattern designs.\nField King Professional Backpack Sprayer has a durable design to last through tough gardening and spraying work. It requires minimum maintenance, and you can repair it without the use of any tools. It features a 21-inch poly wand with optimum quality vacuum seals that you can use with wettable powders or compatible liquids. Additionally, the internal brass components ensure a premium shut-off and operation of the product. It also features a four nozzle system that includes an adjustable brass nozzle, two flat fan nozzles, and a foaming nozzle.\nMore importantly, this product also accepts TeeJet nozzles for user convenience. This top-rated backpack sprayer has a unique one-way valve to prevent spillage in case of tank inversion. It comes with a threaded bolt for secure attachment and integrated carry handle for on-the-go wand storage. Lastly, this backpack garden sprayer has a filtration basket to filter out any debris while refilling the tank.\n3. Field King Max Backpack Sprayer\nField King Max Backpack Sprayer is a professional-grade backpack sprayer to spray herbicides, pesticides, or chemicals in lawns, backyards, and grassy patches. It has a no-leak pump design that is much safer to use as it prevents spillage of harmful substances onto your skin. The pump provides a powerful spray pressure of up to 150 PSI and a spray radius of up to 30 feet.\nField King Max has a built-in agitator that features internal paddles and effective pump action to keep the liquids mixed. It also includes high-quality Viton seals for optimum resistance to rust and chemicals. Additionally, this backpack sprayer offers a unique shut off feature for a superior grip, and you can lock the trigger for continuous spray. As a better alternative to cotter pins, Field King Max offers a secure handle that works on the threaded bolt principle.\nFurthermore, it can keep a constant pressure of 25 PSI using an in-built regulator and includes four different nozzles for different spray patterns. Lastly, this premium backpack sprayer features a comfortable, padded harness with full back support and a wide waist belt. It also has a chest cinch strap, so you stay comfortable during long hours of work.\n4. Roundup Heavy Duty Backpack Sprayer\nRoundup 190314 Backpack Sprayer is one of the best heavy-duty back sprayers in the market that comes with a four-gallon tank capacity to meet the standard gardening needs. You can use this sprayer to eradicate weeds or pests, spray herbicides over flower-beds, and for cleaning decks.\nRoundup Backpack Sprayer has several user-friendly design features that can aid you during your gardening endeavors. Foremost, it has a premium-quality poly-wand that includes Viton seals for high-quality grip and shut-off. You can lock the switch for continuous spraying, and the inline filter is removable as per user needs. Additionally, this backpack sprayer has a built-in carry handle for safe placement and storage for the wand. You can also adjust the straps and waist-belt to fit your body structure better.\nLastly, this best backpack sprayer comes with three different types of nozzles for versatile operation for most of your gardening needs. The first nozzle is poly adjustable, the second one is a high volume fan, and the third is a low-volume fan. Notably, this sprayer also accepts TeeJet nozzles.\n5. M4 MY4SONS Backpack Sprayer\nM4 MY4SONS Backpack Sprayer is one of the best battery powered backpack sprayer that features a no-pump design and an elongated running time of six to eight hours on a maximum charge. You can fully recharge the 8Ah acid battery in under eight hours using the factory-provided charger. The manufacturers of this product claim to provide four times better battery life than regular lithium-ion batteries. This backpack sprayer also provides the user with variable pressure settings, and you can cycle it between 20 to 60psi.\nM4 MY4SONS Backpack Sprayer includes a stainless steel wand and an acid bleach wand to variable user needs. You can lock the included plastic squeeze handle for the efficient operation of the device. This backpack also features a wide top with a lid and a screen filter, so it is easier to refill the tank while preventing any debris from falling inside the chemical solution. Furthermore, you can choose from several available nozzles to adjust the spray for your current needs. The nozzles include cone, fan tip, fog, and many more brass and plastic spray designs.\nThis battery backpack sprayer has many helpful design features for handy user experience such as thick shoulder pads, compartments for organizing your wands and accessories, quick-replace battery, anti-leak lid, and a strain-relief hose. It comes with included battery and charger, and manufacturers provide you with a one-year limited warranty against any faulty parts.\n6. Scotts Professional Sprayer\nScotts 190567 Pump Zero Technology Sprayer is a battery-powered backpack sprayer that features a two-gallon tank. It operates on lithium-ion batteries, and a single charge can spray up to 12 tanks for prolonged and unhindered usage.\nScotts Pump Zero Sprayer has a high-quality shut-off that provides a comfortable and firm grip while operating the device. The lock-on feature allows you to spray continuously, and you can easily clean the inline filter, so your sprayers work optimally. Additionally, this sprayer has a sturdy, non-leak construction that includes a 21-inch poly wand with premium Viton seals to resist chemicals and corrosion. To cater to user safety, a pressure release valve is attached to the device to release internal pressure before opening the lid.\nFurthermore, the teardrop-shaped tank allows more stability for the user and comes with an included safe storage for the nozzle. The nozzle of the sprayer is interchangeable between three settings i.e., fan spray, stream spray, and cone spray. This sprayer has a limited warranty of three years, and you can claim free replacement parts during the warranty period.\n7. Hudson Commercial Bak-Pak Sprayer\nHudson 13194 Commercial Bak-Pak Sprayer is a professional-grade backpack sprayer with a tank capacity of four gallons. It features an extra-large opening at the top of the tank for easy refill and to prevent spills. The attached PVC sprayer-style hose measures 48-inches in length and is beneficial in accessing hard to reach areas. It also features an extra-long fiberglass wand that measures about 20-inches in length.\nHudson Bak-Pak Sprayer has four different nozzle spray settings and a powerful piston pump for versatile and efficient operation. You can choose from right or left-handed pump action to better suit your preference. It also features a large, premium shut-off valve that is equipped with a standard lock-on switch for continuous spray.\nFurthermore, this commercial best backpack sprayer comes with high-quality straps that provide chemical resistance against any harmful chemicals. Manufacturers offer a one-year limited warranty against any faulty equipment or defective parts.\n8. Solo High Performance Backpack Sprayer\nSolo 475-B Diaphragm Pump Backpack Sprayer is one the best backpack lawn sprayer that features a unique bleach resistant pump assembly. This sprayer is effectively capable of handling strong solutions such as disinfectants, bleach, fertilizers, and anti-weed formulas. More importantly, this sprayer works with wet-able powders without blocking the spray with residue particles. You can increase the pressure of the spray to up to 60 psi.\nSolo Backpack Sprayer works on the diaphragm pump principle, and the diaphragm has a Tivilon construction to provide efficient resistance from harmful or reactive chemicals. You can also interchange the pump handle to adjust it according to your preferred hand. The 48-inch hose provides an elongated reach, so you don’t have to bend too much. Additionally, this sprayer provides its users with four different nozzle spray settings i.e., adjustable, fan spray, hollow cone, and jet stream nozzles. Lastly, it also supports TeeJet nozzles on the go.\n9. Petra Powered Backpack Sprayer\nPetra Powered Backpack Sprayer is a unique commercial backpack sprayer that includes a custom-fitted cart for better portability and transportation. The cart features an attached wand holder and a rack for the hose extension. The included commercial hose measures around 100 feet in length so the user has easy access to hard to reach areas. It also has an extra four-feet hose that can easily connect to the tank to replace the longer tube.\nPetra Backpack sprayer has a no-pump design and operates on a 12Ah lead-acid battery that provides four times better battery efficiency than regular batteries. A single charge of the battery can last about six to hours or can allow you to spray up to 200-gallons of chemical solution. You can recharge the battery using the included AC charger that fully juices up the battery in about eight hours.\nThis backpack sprayer comes with a stainless steel wand as well as an acid bleach wand to meet most of your spraying needs. It has a steel valve and a plastic valve with a locking mechanism, where both valves have quick-connect adapters. Additionally, the mouth of this sprayer has a wide design and a screen filter to keep out debris and avoid contamination. You can use multiple nozzle attachments with this device, and manufacturers provide a one-year limited warranty for any defective parts.\n10. VIVOSUN Sujer Backpack Sprayer\nVIVOSUN Backpack Sprayer is a multifunctional manual pump sprayer that has an accommodating design for indoor as well as outdoor usage. It features a four-gallon tank with a wide opening that you can easily refill without wasting any chemical solution. Most importantly, this unique sprayer is made out of polypropylene material that is resistant to harsh chemicals and keeps the tank sealed to avoid leakage or spills.\nUnlike most backpack sprayers, VIVOSUN best Backpack Sprayer has a translucent tank so the user can check the current level of the solution without having to open the container. It features four different types of nozzles and five spray modes for specific gardening needs. Additionally, the rocker of this sprayer is removable, and you can adjust it as right-handed or left-handed operation.\nFurthermore, this sprayer allows you to choose between a pump or continuous spraying by using an easy-to-use lock switch. The straps of VIVOSUN Backpack Sprayers have a padded design for extra comfort, especially in longer working hours. Manufacturers provide a one-year warranty for the product, and customer service is available for confused or concerned users.\nChoosing an efficient best backpack sprayer out of so many available options can be tricky, and you ought to have detailed information of the products before making a purchase. Our researchers picked out the best ones for you, so it is easier for you to make the best buy. Here are the essential factors we kept in mind while selecting the products for this list.\nFactors You Need to Consider to End Up With the Best Purchase\nMost backpack sprayers work on a pump-action mechanism that requires manual effort to spray the liquid onto lawn patches and weeds. These types of sprayers demand more effort and time from the user and have no electrical or battery components. However, there are motorized sprayers in the market that operate on battery power to save time and effort. Such sprayers have a no-pump design, are relatively expensive, and require recharge once the battery drains out.\nSafety and Convenience:\nWith the involvement of harmful chemicals in the spraying process, it is elementary for the user to come across injuries due to skin exposure to those chemicals. Hence, the best backpack sprayers have a no-leak design, and the tank has a tight seal to prevent spills or leakage.\nSimilarly, during long hours of work, you will need a sprayer that aids and supports your body posture with additional components such as a high-quality harness, easy shut-off, etc. Well-padded straps and a firm-grip handle are also crucial so you can avoid any hand or shoulder injuries.\nDurability and Support:\nYou’d want to invest in a backpack sprayer that has durable construction and can efficiently operate through the desired work output. Similarly, it should be sturdy, easy to use, and must have maintenance and replacement parts. We advise you to choose a product from a reputable and renowned brand so you can avail of customer support or warranty in case of defective parts.\nFrequently Asked Questions\nTo further aid you with the purchase process, we are listing some FAQs about the best backpack sprayer down below:\nWhat is a Backpack Sprayer?\nA backpack sprayer is a spraying apparatus that consists of a tank, nozzle, and a hose for multiple or customized usage. Through this device, you can spray chemicals, herbicides, insecticides, etc. over your lawn to restrict or eradicate unwanted plant growth. You can also use it as a water sprinkler or a fire extinguisher.\nHow Many Types of Backpack Sprayers Can I Purchase?\nTypically, there are two types of backpack sprayers; motorized and manual. Manual sprayers work on the pump mechanism and require continuous pumping to operate and spray. Alternatively, the motorized sprayers have built-in batteries and work without manual pumping effort.\nAre Backpack Sprayers Safe to Use?\nUsage of backpack sprayers has many involved hazards, such as chemical burns, fatigue, etc. But if you follow the instruction manual carefully and only invest in safety equipment, it is safe to use the sprayers as much as you desire.\nTo wrap things up, backpack sprayers are handy, convenient tools that can help you maintain your lawn or garden and get rid of the unwanted growth of weeds and herbs. Also, the fact that they are incredibly easy to use and do not require continuous power except for occasional battery charge makes them an essential part of your gardening toolkit. However, you do need to be careful about leaks and spills, so your skin is never exposed to the damaging chemicals. So it is wise to invest in a no-leak tank with high-quality construction so you can stay safe.\nWe hope that this buying guide will help and guide you towards a better choice. A thorough study of this article may result in an optimum purchase of the best backpack sprayer that’ll be worth your money and prove to be a helpful companion on your gardening adventures.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://alumni150.cusointernational.org/dr-teresa-mellish/", "date": "2020-08-13T06:01:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738960.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20200813043927-20200813073927-00254.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9335066080093384, "token_count": 302, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__36772395", "lang": "en", "text": "Dr. Teresa Mellish\nIn 1970, Dr. Teresa Mellish and her new husband Ken decided to embark upon a life-changing adventure by taking on Cuso International volunteer placements halfway around the world. Teresa taught Agricultural Economics at Kolej Pertanian Malaysia, while Ken conducted livestock nutrition research with the Malaysian Agricultural Research Development Institute (MARDI).\nThrough volunteering, Teresa experienced different agricultural practices and connected with staff and students from the Kampongs. She developed a new perspective on how agriculture development works, as well as the benefits it brings to the host country and to Canadian volunteers.\nTeresa and Ken appreciated that volunteering allowed them to work and travel together. “We always wanted to see the world,” remembers Teresa. During their placement, Teresa and Ken explored Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, India, Burma, Afghanistan and Iran.\nUpon returning to Canada, Teresa had an extensive career with the Prince Edward Island government, where she supported effective agricultural practices.\nIn 1980, Teresa helped found Farmers Helping Farmers (FHF), an award-wining not-for-profit organization that partners with farming families in Kenya on practical projects to support sustainable subsistence farming.\nIn 2011, Teresa received an honorary doctorate degree from the University of Prince Edward Island for her contributions to sustainable international development.\nNow retired, Teresa remains active with FHF, as well as the Dutch Warmblood horse breeding farm she shares with Ken, the couple’s children and grandchildren.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.southfloridaweekend.com/2022/06/08/how-pick-cut-perfect-mango-according-sprouts-farmers-market/", "date": "2023-02-05T07:15:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500250.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20230205063441-20230205093441-00566.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9143720865249634, "token_count": 399, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__158057066", "lang": "en", "text": "Summer is here and it’s mango season in South Florida! Sprouts Farmers Market shared some healthy hints with our team on how to pick, cut, and store mangoes. Enjoy!\nHow to pick a ripe mango:\n- Pick the very best mango by ensuring it has a sweet, aromatic scent and a slight give when squeezed.\n- Depending on the variety, a mango’s color doesn’t always determine ripeness! The best way to know when it’s ready to enjoy is by the firmness and sweet aroma.\nHow to cut a mango:\n- Mangoes have an oblong seed running through the center that’s about 1/4-inch in width. Make your first slices alongside the center seed, creating two halves.\n- Gently make vertical slices in each half, being careful not to pierce the skin on the other side.\n- Once both halves have vertical slices, cut the flesh in a grid-like pattern, making small squares without slicing through the skin on the other side.\n- At this point, you can use a spoon to gently scoop between the flesh and the skin to pop out the cubes or you can use your hands to push the skin from underneath the flesh, creating a hedgehog-like effect. If your mango is ripe enough, you may be able to salvage a bit from the seed. Use a small paring knife alongside the seed and the skin to remove a little more goodness!\nHow to store a mango:\n- Once you have sliced or diced your mangos, you can use them right away or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about five days.\n- They also freeze extremely well and make a delicious addition to smoothies or can be used as ice cubes in your favorite mocktail!\nTo find a Sprouts Farmers Market near you, visit Sprouts.com.\nCopyright 2022 WFLX. All rights reserved.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.intensenutrients.com/climax", "date": "2019-09-22T12:21:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514575513.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20190922114839-20190922140839-00023.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7457091808319092, "token_count": 231, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__96042413", "lang": "en", "text": "Bring your plants to an explosive finish.\nCLIMAX contains the essential elements required to get your plants over the finish line. CLIMAX will increase essential oil production, improve nutrient uptake and force your plants to finish evenly and on schedule.\nDIRECTIONS FOR USE:\nAdd to reservoir at 2-4ml per litre for 5-7 days 2 weeks before harvest.\nAfter using CLIMAX flush plants for 7 days with a quarter strength base nutrient solution.\nCLIMAX - 250ml - £17.95\nCLIMAX - 1 Litre - £34.95\nCLIMAX - 5 Litre - £99.95\nCOMPLETE COMPOUND FERTILIZER WITH TRACE ELEMENTS\n0.0-9.9-7.0 (2.6 magnesium, 2.5 sulphur)\nTotal Nitrogen - 0.0%\nPhosphorous Pentoxide - 9.9%\nPhosphorous Pentoxide soluble in water - 9.9%\nPotassium Oxide - 7.0%\nPotassium Oxide soluble in water - 7.0%", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://letoilecatering.com/2012/02/", "date": "2023-12-04T23:28:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100535.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204214708-20231205004708-00569.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9789261817932129, "token_count": 1107, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__297398056", "lang": "en", "text": "I have been craving Virginia peanuts for many days now, and if I bring them into l’etoile – they do not last long at all. Of course I love out culinary heritage here in Charlottesville and the rest of the state, but the peanut named after our commonwealth are hard to beat.\nThe peanut plant probably originated in Brazil or Peru, although no fossil records exist to prove this. But for as long as people have been making pottery in South America (3,500 years or so) they have been making jars shaped like peanuts and decorated with peanuts. Graves of ancient Incas found along the dry western coast of South America often contain jars filled with peanuts and left with the dead to provide food in the afterlife.\nPeanuts were grown as far north as Mexico by the time the Spanish began their exploration of the New World. The explorers took peanuts back to Spain, where they are still grown. From Spain, traders and explorers took peanuts to Africa and Asia. In Africa the plant became common in the western tropical region. The peanut was regarded by many Africans as one of several plants possessing a soul.\nWhen Africans were brought to North America as slaves, peanuts came with them. Slaves planted peanuts throughout the southern United States (the word goober comes from the Congo name for peanuts – nguba). In the 1700’s, peanuts, then called groundnuts or ground peas, were studied by botanists and regarded as an excellent food for pigs. Records show that peanuts were grown commercially in South Carolina around 1800 and used for oil, food and a substitute for cocoa. However, until 1900 peanuts were not extensively grown, partially because they were regarded as food for the poor, and because growing and harvesting were slow and difficult until labor-saving equipment was invented around the turn of the century.\nThe first notable increase in U.S. peanut consumption came in 1860 with the outbreak of the Civil War. Northern soldiers, as well as Southern, used the peanut as a food. During the last half of the 19th century, peanuts were eaten as a snack, sold freshly roasted by street vendors and at baseball games and circuses. While peanut production rose during this time, peanuts were harvested by hand which left stems and trash in the peanuts. Thus, poor quality and lack of uniformity kept down the demand for peanuts.\nIn the U.S., peanuts are used in candies, cakes, cookies, and other sweets. They are also enjoyed roasted and salted. Peanut butter is one of the most popular peanut-based foods in the U.S., and for four hundred years, recipes for peanut soup have been present in the South, Virginia in particular. In some southern portions of the U.S., peanuts are boiled for several hours until soft and moist. Peanuts are also deep fried, shell and all.\nAround 1900, equipment was invented for planting, cultivating, harvesting and picking peanuts from the plants, and for shelling and cleaning the kernels. With these mechanical aids, peanuts rapidly came into demand for oil, roasted and salted nuts, peanut butter and candy. George Washington Carver began his research into peanuts in 1903 at Tuskeegee Institute. Research that would lead him to discover improvements in horticulture and the development of more than 300 uses for peanuts (including shoe polish and shaving cream).\nPeanuts have many uses. They can be eaten raw, used in recipes, made into solvents and oils, used in make-up, medicines, textile materials, peanut butter, as well as many other uses. Popular confections made from peanuts include salted peanuts, peanut butter (sandwiches, peanut candy bars, peanut butter cookies, and cups), peanut brittle, and shelled nuts (plain/roasted). Salted peanuts are usually roasted in oil and packed in retail-size plastic bags or hermetically sealed cans. Dry roasted salted peanuts are also marketed in significant quantities. Peanuts are often a major ingredient in mixed nuts because of their inexpensiveness compared to Brazil nuts, cashews, walnuts, and so on. Although peanut butter has been a tradition on camping trips and the like because of its high protein content and the fact that it resists spoiling for long periods of time, the primary use of peanut butter is in the home, but large quantities are also used in the commercial manufacture of sandwiches, candy, and bakery products. Boiled peanuts are a preparation of raw, unshelled green peanuts boiled in brine and often eaten as a snack. More recently, fried peanut recipes have emerged – allowing both shell and nut to be eaten. Peanuts are also used in a wide variety of other areas, such as cosmetics, nitroglycerin, plastics, dyes and paints.\nThe talented botanist recognized the value of the peanut as a cash crop and proposed that peanuts be planted as a rotation crop in the Southeast cotton-growing areas where the boll weevil insect threatened the regions’ agricultural base. Farmers listened and the face of southern farming was changed forever. For his work in promoting its cultivation and consumption, Carver is considered the father of the peanut industry.\nPeanut production rose rapidly during and after World Wars I and II as a result of the peanut’s popularity with Allied forces, and as a result of the post-war baby boom.\nToday, peanuts contribute over four billion dollars to the U.S. economy each year.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://clinecellars.com/our-wines/2018-los-carneros-syrah", "date": "2021-10-17T03:10:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585120.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20211017021554-20211017051554-00109.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9708431363105774, "token_count": 267, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__33672169", "lang": "en", "text": "Big, well-balanced flavors of cherry, spices and summer savory lead to a lengthy finish with silky tannins.\nOur Syrah is grown at our Five Sisters Estate Vineyard located just to the west of the winery, perched on a small, 18-acre hillside that offers commanding views of the Carneros wetlands. It is ideally situated for growing world-class cool climate Syrah. The grapes receive cooling benefits from morning fog and afternoon breezes from the nearby Pacific Ocean and San Pablo Bay. During the mid-day, temperatures warm up providing the grapes with excellent exposure. This unique terroir creates a very long growing season. The rugged hillside is meticulously tended by hand (and sheep) and yields spectacular fruit year after year.\nOur Los Carneros Syrah grapes were handpicked, destemmed without being crushed, and pumped to our fermentors. The must began to ferment with natural yeast within 48 hours of crushing. The wine was pumped-over three times a day to maximize fruit and color extraction. Fermentation was kept at moderately warm temperature and the must was pressed shortly after the wine had gone dry to achieve the desired amount of tannin and extract. The wine was racked once and then moved on to French oak with a medium-dark toast level for aging.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://svearedskap.se/en/pages/fakta-om-ogras", "date": "2023-02-03T04:18:44Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500042.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20230203024018-20230203054018-00102.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9315966367721558, "token_count": 232, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__235186928", "lang": "en", "text": "Mechanical weed control\nMechanical weed control used in three ways.\n1st Cutting off the plant. When doing this, it is important to cut the plant below the growing point. Which is the point on the plant where it grows out of. If you cut the plant above the growing point the plant will continue to grow and expand.\n2nd Pulling up plants by the roots. It is the most time-consuming method when you have to do this by hand.\n3rd Cover the plants so that no light reaches them. All plants require sunlight to grow.\nThermal weed control\nThe fastest method is by quickly heating the weeds using a weed brurner. It's important to understand you should not actively burn the weeds away (do not start a fire that you can't control) but just sweep the flame over the weeds. The fluid in the cells expands when heated and burst the cell walls. The plant can no longer take up fluid and nutrients and dies. Some weeds die immediately after treatment, while others survive. These weeds require repeated treatment. Do not give up - be patient.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://hm3energy.com/torrefaction-feedstock/energy-crops-feedstock/", "date": "2017-04-24T15:07:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119637.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00026-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9274436831474304, "token_count": 110, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__268353333", "lang": "en", "text": "Some biomass energy crops make sense environmentally and economically. For example, poplar trees are farmed sustainably to yield energy harvests every 3 to 6 years. Poplar requires less water and other inputs than crops such as corn. After harvest, the tree re-sprouts from the same root stalk, a very efficient way to produce biomass.\nEspecially on marginal lands, energy crops that are not deemed invasive and do not require water may be an economical and a productive use of the ground to produce biofuel feedstock for torrefaction.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://neorigins.wordpress.com/2017/01/31/sweet-chestnut/", "date": "2019-09-15T18:49:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514572235.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20190915175150-20190915201150-00531.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9497928023338318, "token_count": 239, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__120049939", "lang": "en", "text": "Sweet Chestnut / Castanea Sativa\nOrigin: Auvergne, France\nThe Sweet Chestnut is an ancient tree originally from minor Asia. Evidence indicates that it has been cultivated by man even far before Christ because of its many uses. The fruit being the most known part of the tree, the leaves also possesses valuable qualities.\nUse and advices:\nInfuse 1-2 tablespoons of dried leaves per teacup and let them steep in 70-80ºC water for about 8 minutes before enjoying. We always recommend drinking herbal infusions in slow sips.\n1-3 cups / day\n- Within normal consumption there are no known contraindications.\nSweet Chestnut leaves are harvested in the spring since it’s the young leaves that are the most interesting to collect. Harvest on a dry and warm day, and always in clean areas. As with all wild harvesting, make certain of your identification of the tree prior to collecting and consuming.\nThe availability of the plants that we propose can vary during the year, as nature itself changes with the season, and our stock. If you require large quantities, please contact us in advance.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://webearyouinmind.blogspot.com/2013/04/25-week-belly.html", "date": "2018-07-18T06:51:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590069.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20180718060927-20180718080927-00539.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9748963713645935, "token_count": 108, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__202339537", "lang": "en", "text": "Here's my 25 week belly! It feels like it has grown a lot in the past week. The weather here's been great -- 60's and sunny -- so we've been really active: bike riding, walking everywhere, chasing after the kids we babysit outside, and going on picnics in the park. It's been great! The nice weather also means we get to start gardening. We have a plot for veggies right in our apartment complex, and we just started breaking up the soil today for planting a few spring plants.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.scottspoolman.com/living_in_the_environment_126707.htm", "date": "2023-06-05T20:18:31Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652161.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605185809-20230605215809-00339.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9675018191337585, "token_count": 592, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__74792460", "lang": "en", "text": "Living in the Environment\nA food desert is an urban area where people have little or no easy access to nutritious food without traveling long distances. In the United States, an estimated 23.5 million people, including 6.5 million children, live in such areas, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. People living in these urban neighborhoods tend to rely on convenience stores and fast food restaurants that mainly offer high-calorie, highly processed foods that can lead to higher risks of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.\nWill Allen (Figure 12-1), one of six children of a sharecropper, grew up on a farm in Maryland, but left the farming life for college and a professional basketball career, followed by a successful corporate marketing career. In 1993, Allen had decided to return to his roots, and he bought the last working farm within the city limits of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was to become a food oasis in a food desert.\nOn this small urban plot, Allen developed Growing Power, Inc., an ecologically based farm and a showcase for forms of agriculture that apply all three scientific principles of sustainability. It is powered partly by solar electric and solar hot water systems and makes use of several greenhouses to capture solar energy for growing food throughout the year. The farm produces an amazing diversity of crops—150 varieties of vegetables along with organic herbs and sunflowers. It also produces chickens, turkeys, goats, fish such as tilapia and perch, and honey- bees. And the farm’s nutrients are recycled in creative ways. For example, wastes from the farmed fish are used as nutrients to raise some of the crops.\nThe farm’s products are sold locally at Growing Power farm stands throughout the region and to various restaurants. Allen also worked with the city to establish the Farm-to-City Market Basket program through which people can sign up for weekly deliveries of organic produce at modest prices.\nIn addition, Growing Power runs an education program for school children who visit the farm to learn about where their food comes from. Allen also runs a training program for about 1,000 people every year who want to learn organic farming methods. In 2011, the farm partnered with the city of Milwaukee to create 150 new green jobs for unemployed, low-income workers, building greenhouses and growing food organically. Growing Power has expanded, locating another urban farm in a neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, and setting up satellite training sites in five other states.\nFor his creative and energetic efforts, Allen has won several prestigious awards, including a MacArthur Fellowship. However, he is most proud of the fact that his urban farm helps to feed more than 10,000 people every year and puts people to work raising good food.\nIn this chapter we look at different ways to produce food, the environmental effects of food production, and how to produce food more sustainably.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cdn.stonemillmatcha.com/about", "date": "2019-08-22T06:08:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027316783.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20190822042502-20190822064502-00461.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9315239787101746, "token_count": 322, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-35", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__228244991", "lang": "en", "text": "Serving the finest matcha from the shade-grown farms of Kyoto, Japan\nStonemill Matcha is sourced from Kyoto, the birthplace of matcha\nOver 800 years ago, a monk carried the seeds of the green tea plant from China to be cultivated and transformed in Japanese soil. Our matcha is sourced from farmers who continue the tradition on that same soil.\nOur matcha is curated by a master blender from a traditional teahouse in Kyoto\nEach year, tea leaves produce their own flavors distinct from the generation before them. Only a master’s hand can develop a perfect blend from an array of the finest leaves.\nMatcha selected from the youngest, most tender leaves\nAttention to every detail\nFrom harvesting to packaging and brewing, we give attention to every detail so that the vibrant color, Umami-rich flavor and nutrition is preserved at its best.\nVarious health benefits\nYou will immediately experience the energized calm of green tea as your body absorbs the long-term benefits of antioxidants and vitamins. L-Theanine and catechin are unique to green tea and especially abundant in our Matcha because we are true to the authentic method of growing Tencha leaves. All these nutrients can be consumed at once in a soothing bowl of matcha.\nRelaxed and focused\nAlthough matcha has caffeine content equivalent to that of a coffee, L-theanine helps you to be relaxed and focused without the jittery feel. Because of these qualities, matcha was ritualistically used before meditation practices by Zen monks from ancient times.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://agrigolden.com/2022/01/11/suspendisse-faucibus-interdum-posuere/", "date": "2023-09-24T16:46:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506658.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230924155422-20230924185422-00773.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9291940331459045, "token_count": 1308, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__61739478", "lang": "en", "text": "Beautiful Plants For Your Interior\nBeautiful Plants For Your Interior\nFixed wing and multi-copter drones are the two types of drones used in agriculture.\nFixed-wing drones are more durable than multi-copter drones; they can resist extreme weather conditions and typically have longer flight times.\nFixed-wing drones require a big takeoff and landing space due to their design, which makes them more expensive.\nCompared to fixed-wing drones, multi-copter drones are significantly more adaptable, simpler to fly, and considerably less expensive.\nMulti-copter drones can be utilized for precision insecticide, fertilizer, and even seeds spraying in addition to photogrammetry because of their unique design.\nFor farmers and agronomists, the DJI Phantom 4 Multispectral drone is an effective tool.\nThe multispectral sensor enables you to monitor nutrient levels, identify soil moisture, and more to learn more about the health of crops.\nFarmers will be able to more precisely monitor plant growth and check crop health with the use of the DJI Phantom 4 Multispectral drone.\nThe visible and near-infrared light, which are generally filtered out by conventional cameras that only collect red, green, and blue wavelengths, can be captured by the DJI Phantom 4 Multispectral Drone.\nFarmers will now be able to use this technology for activities like monitoring plant stress or recognizing insect infestations early on so they can make adjustments in the growing process accordingly. This camera is reported to provide a much sharper picture of crops.\nReal-Time Kinematic (RTK) technology is used by the DJI Phantom 4 RTK drone.\nPrecision farming and mapping applications are both possible with this kind of location.\nThe drone can fly for up to 30 minutes, has a 7-kilometer operational range, and can take 20MP photos.\nIt’s an excellent drone for mapping and 3D modeling farmland since it can deliver centimeter-level accuracy, which is useful for plant counting, crop height and density measurement, and crop health inspection.\nDue to its numerous payload capacities and RTK system, which enables users to take incredibly detailed photos for precise maps and 3D models, the Matrice 300 RTK is appropriate for a wide range of sectors.\nIt boasts a sturdy construction that enables it to be flown in adverse weather situations, powerful AI capabilities, 6-directional obstacle detecting and avoidance, and an advanced health management system. It also has an industry-leading flight length of 55 minutes.\nThe drone is appropriate for mapping vast farms because to its extraordinarily long flight time, and thanks to its numerous payload possibilities, including those from third-party manufacturers, users will be able to take pictures for orthomosaic, thermal, and multispectral maps.\nThe eBee AG is one of the top fixed-wing drones created exclusively for mapping farms and is quite similar to the eBee X, which is the top all-around drone from SenseFly.\nThe eBee AG can go over 300 acres of land in a single flight and has a flight time of about 45 minutes.\nA dual camera system consisting of an RGB and multi-spectral camera is included.\nBecause of its RTK mechanism, the RGB camera can produce centimeter-accurate orthomosaic maps from high-quality photos.\nThe visual data that multi-spectral cameras collect at various wave lengths will highlight any crop difficulties and show whether there are any pest infestation, disease, or irrigation issues.\nThis drone is the company’s flagship and is appropriate for a variety of industries, including agriculture because it works with a variety of cameras.\nIts rugged construction makes it appropriate for usage in a variety of circumstances, and its PPK/RTK technology enables it to deliver aerial photos with survey-grade precision.\nIt can fly for up to 90 minutes and has a 59-minute flight period, which enables users to cover almost 500 hectares of ground.\nThis hybrid drone combines the greatest features of multi-copter and fixed-wing drones; it has a multi-copter-like fixed-wing design but also has VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) capabilities.\nOne of the greatest mapping drones on the market, this drone has a 55-minute flying time and can map hundreds of acres of land with sub-centimeter precision. Here is a short sample of drones used for crop spraying.\nOne of the newest crop spraying drones, the DJI Agras T30, has an enormous 30 liter tank, a tough build that can withstand flying in adverse weather conditions thanks to its IP67 classification, and it can spray up to 40 acres in an hour.\nIt has 16 nozzles with a 9-meter spray range and an optimized plunger that can pump out 8 litters each minute.\nThe drone boasts an innovative spherical radar system for safer flying as well as front and back FPV cameras for better visibility.\nThis drone was created specifically for spraying crops.\nIt has a 20L capacity and a 15-minute maximum flight time (depending on the load).\nIt has an improved spraying mechanism, 8 nozzles, and a spray width of 7 meters. It can cover 12 hectares in an hour.\nThe drone can be used for fertilizing, seeding, and spraying.\nIt includes an advanced obstacle avoidance technology for safer flying and was designed to fly in extreme weather conditions. It can also be used during the day or night.\nFarmers will be able to adjust the drone’s autonomous flight modes with centimeter-level accuracy using the RTK dongle on the remote controller and the built-in RTK technology, which allows for centimeter-level accuracy.\nSimilar to the T20, but with a 16-liter cargo capacity, 10 hectares of ground may be covered in an hour, RTK GNSS technology, and a sophisticated obstacle avoidance system.\nThere are a few additional crop-saving drones made by DJI, but they are exclusively sold by authorized resellers.\nThese drones are the DJI Agras MG-1P and MG-1S, which offer an obstacle avoidance system, autonomous flight modes, and a 10 liter.\nSo do you want to know more about agricultural drones? visit our list of best drones for agriculture here", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.powerhouse.com/en/about-us/boiler-case-studies/envitec-biogas", "date": "2023-03-23T23:21:18Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945218.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20230323225049-20230324015049-00386.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9435549378395081, "token_count": 221, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__75163014", "lang": "en", "text": "During one particular project, the manufacturer was building 2 biogas digester systems at two separate dairy farms in upstate N.Y. Unfortunately, the projects were both in full swing through the winter months and the frigid temperatures that accompany them. These low temperatures represented a big issue, as the manure digesters only produce biogas when the nearly 2 million gallons of manure is kept at 100 degrees Fahrenheit - this allows the enclosed microorganisms to digest the manure and produce their biogas.\nIn a fully functioning digester, this heat is generated by the CHP unit (combined heat and power) - a 600 KW generator that uses the produced biogas to provide heat to the digester through a heating loop. More importantly however, the CHP unit also produces electricity that the dairy farms can use and then sell back any excess to the grid.\nThis crucial CHP unit is typically the last component to be completed in the construction of the digester system, meaning both projects found themselves with an immediate solution to power their digester’s heating and electrical operations.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.collegeperk.org/book/what-a-plant-needs/", "date": "2022-12-05T01:44:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446711001.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20221205000525-20221205030525-00526.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7652717232704163, "token_count": 124, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__146162819", "lang": "en", "text": "- Author : Nadia Higgins\n- Release Date : 01 August 2017\n- Publisher : Lerner Publications ™\n- Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction\n- Pages : 32\n- ISBN 13 : 9781541509467\nExperiment with What a Plant Needs to Grow Book Summary\nSunlight, air, water, and minerals help keep plants alive. But do you know how much water is needed for a seed to sprout? Or what a plant will do to find the light it needs? Let's experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore key science concepts.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://roodsandperchescocoatt.com/2022/01/17/roods-perches-gets-an-award/", "date": "2023-05-28T06:13:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224643585.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20230528051321-20230528081321-00346.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.941844642162323, "token_count": 520, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__24674591", "lang": "en", "text": "At the virtual Cocoa of Excellence 2021 Awards ceremony on 16 December 2021, in Italy, the Roods and Perches sample (Commercial Sample No. 1120201701 – CoEx Sample Code: 353/21), received a Silver Award, one of two silver awards presented to producers from Trinidad and Tobago.\nThe 2021 Edition of the Cocoa of Excellence Awards recognised 16 Gold, 17 Silver, and 17 Bronze awardees in the four global cocoa- producing regions of the world. C\nCheck out our local and international winners here\nCOCOA OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS\nFifty-three (53) cocoa producing regions participated in the 2021 Edition of the Cocoa of Excellence Awards.\nTwo hundred and thirty-five (235) cocoa bean samples were received, assigned a blind code, and evaluated.\nOf these, two hundred and thirty-four) 234 cocoa bean samples were processed into cocoa liquor and evaluated blindly by the eleven members of the Cocoa of Excellence Technical Committee, a panel of international experts in sensory evaluation.\nFrom the liquor evaluation, the Best 50 high quality cocoa samples were selected to represent the four global cocoa-producing regions.\nTrinidad and Tobago is in the Central America and Caribbean Region.\nThe sample from Roods and Perches was among the Best 50 high quality liquor samples.\nThe liquor samples were then processed into a dark chocolate, tempered, and molded. The Best 50 samples were evaluated blindly by the Cocoa of Excellence Technical Committee and a larger panel of 39 experts and professional chocolate makers.\nThe Cocoa of Excellence Programme was started in 2009, by the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), to recognise cocoa quality and flavour diversity in the production of cocoa.\nThe Cocoa of Excellence Award is a global competition to recognise the work of cocoa farmers and celebrate the diversity of cocoa flavours across the different cocoa producing regions of the world.\nTo participate in the competition, cocoa farmers have to submit a sample of 5kgs of well-prepared, fermented, and dried beans to their local National Organizing Committee (NOC).\nIn Trinidad and Tobago, the NOC is the Cocoa Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (CDCTTL).\nThe bean sample is evaluated locally for physical, whole, and cut bean sensory qualities.\nThe Roods and Perches sample received 2nd place in the local leg of the competition and was selected to represent T&T at the international competition in Italy.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://blog.albanywoodworks.com/2014/11/how-to-eat-sugarcane-memories-from-deep.html", "date": "2017-12-15T16:05:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948575124.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20171215153355-20171215175355-00292.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9527459740638733, "token_count": 531, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__70193243", "lang": "en", "text": "Blogger's Note: This blogger had their first Sugarcane at the Old Farmer's Day festival at around age eight. The outside looks of the rugged stalks belied the juicy delicious syrup contained within. This time of year is Sugarcane harvesting time in Southern Louisiana, let's take a moment to \"stop and taste the sugar\".\n(Above): Cut stalks of Sugarcane from the harvest.\nFrom the LSUAg Center website:\n\"Sugarcane has been an integral part of the south Louisiana economy and culture for more than 200 years. When Jesuit priests first brought sugarcane into south Louisiana in 1751, little did they know that the foundation was being laid for an industry that now contributes $2 billion to the Louisiana economy.\nThe first successful sugar crop used to produce raw sugar was that of Etienne de Bore. In 1795, de Bore succeeded in making sugar that was valued at $12,000. A thriving sugar industry soon replaced the cultivation of indigo in Louisiana. The first sugarcane varieties grown in Louisiana were 'Creole,' from which Etienne De Bore first granulated sugar, 'Otaheite,' and later 'Louisiana Striped,' 'Louisiana Purple' and 'D74.' These varieties were called the 'Noble' canes and were characterized by a large stalk diameter, low fiber content and a sucrose content satisfactory for sugar production under Louisiana conditions.\nToday, Louisiana sugarcane yields range from 30 to 50 tons per acre, with recoveries ranging from 180 to 240 pounds of sugar produced from each ton of cane. These sugar levels rival yields obtained in the more tropical sugarcane-growing regions. That's why sugar continues to be a major part of the south Louisiana economy.\"\nHow to Eat Sugar Cane\nFrom the WikiHow website:\nStep 1 Take out a sharp knife and a cutting board.\nStep 2 Cut the stalk into sections between the segments, as the end of each segment is woody and not edible.\nStep 3 Start from the top and slowly and carefully cut into it and slice down to the bottom to remove the outer, woody layer.\nStep 4 If you look in the middle of it, you will see the fibrous veins; that is where the sweet sugar sap will be.\nDig into it and pull some of the fibrous material out.\nStep 5 Chew it like gum to squeeze out the sugary sap. Spit out the fiber after it is no longer sweet.\nEnjoy! Sugarcane has been a tasty treat for generations of children throughout the South.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://oceanopticsconference.org/poster-fragoso/", "date": "2023-01-30T07:22:01Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499804.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20230130070411-20230130100411-00621.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.937148928642273, "token_count": 371, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__71952919", "lang": "en", "text": "Poster Session 4, Thursday, October 6, 11:00–12:40\nDeveloping optical methods for seaweed biomass estimation and biofouling growth in cultivated kelp farms\nCultivated macroalgae (seaweed) is considered one of the largest under-exploited sustainable global biomass resources, for both food and energy, and a growing industry with great potential in Europe. As kelp farms continue to expand, autonomous methods for monitoring of growth, biomass and biofouling become increasingly important. This project (MoniTARE) aims to develop an open source, optical and imaging method where, in the future, seaweed farmers can apply this technology themselves to decide when to harvest to maximize high quality biomass. Growth of the sugar kelp, Saccharina latissima, was monitored during slack tide and once every two weeks from February to June 2022 in a commercial kelp farm located in the coast of mid-Norway. For seaweed length and biomass estimation, a built-in Full HD camera, in addition to GoPro stereo-cameras, were mounted on the Blueye – a mini, portable and affordable remotely operated vehicle (ROV). Several methods were used for accurate lamina length estimations and were compared to manual measurements of size. Our results are an initial step towards autonomous identification and quantification of kelp biomass using computer vision and artificial intelligence. These findings are a first step towards revolutionizing biomass monitoring in the seaweed aquaculture industry, with the potential to influence decision-making regarding management and optimization of cultivation at sea.\nMartin Overrein, NTNU, [email protected]\nDavid Aldridge, Seaweed Solutions, [email protected]\nGeir Johnsen, NTNU, [email protected]", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://news.cybergolf.com/golf_news/tpc_at_deere_run_opens_may_1", "date": "2016-09-25T21:04:04Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738660350.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173740-00126-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9726549386978149, "token_count": 213, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__93846547", "lang": "en", "text": "Featured Golf News\nTPC at Deere Run Opens May 1\nThe Tournament Players Course at Deere Run in Davenport, Iowa, has reopened. The course officially debuted last year, and hosted a PGA Tour event, the John Deere Classic in July. But an unseasonably hot and humid September caused problems with the greens and a premature closure of the course.\nThose kinds of weather problems should be a thing of the past, as efforts were made in the offseason to weather-proof the young course, a co-design of Chris Gray and D.A. Weibring. Selected trees were removed to allow more sunlight, while limbs and underbrush were cleared to enhance air flow. Also, an expensive sub-air cooling system was installed to keep the greens cool in hot weather.\nThe TPC at Deere Run is a semiprivate facility that allows public play. Reservations can be made by calling toll-free at 877/872-3677 or 309/796-6000 ext. 110.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.savers.pk/home-and-kitchen/lawn-and-garden/organic-khaad-by-alico/", "date": "2019-06-26T10:29:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560628000266.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20190626094111-20190626120111-00028.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8819620013237, "token_count": 200, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__156047152", "lang": "en", "text": "#KHAAD (100% Organic Compost) by Alico Waste Experts can be used as a soil conditioner, can be added to existing soil to build health and is particularly useful in poor or nutrient depleted soil.\nThis high quality organic compost creates stronger and healthier root, plant growth and adds the fertility most gardens need as it:\n- Increases organic carbon in the soil\n- Improves aeration and water infiltration\n- Increases nutrient uptake by plant roots\n- Improves plant resilience against disease and during extreme conditions\n- Helps keep soil temperatures more constant – cooler in summer and warmer at night\n- Contains organic green waste compost.\n- Encourages the presence of beneficial soil micro-organisms for soil fertility\n· Improves Soil Biology\n· Apply 1 to 4 cu ft per 100 sq ft (layer on top of the soil) depending on soil fertility. Incorporate into the top 2\"- 4\" of soil by raking, tilling or digging.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.wineofancientegypt.com/publications/publications-team/item/51-grape-archaeology-and-ancient-dna-sequencing", "date": "2022-01-17T15:59:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320300574.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20220117151834-20220117181834-00539.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9131259918212891, "token_count": 373, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__202162960", "lang": "en", "text": "Guasch-Jané M.R. (2019) Grape Archaeology and Ancient DNA Sequencing. In: Cantu D., Walker M. (eds) The Grape Genome. Compendium of Plant Genomes. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-18601-2_4\nAbstract The cultivation and domestication of the grape appears to have occurred between 7000 and 4000 BC. The archaeological and historical evidences suggest that the domestication of the grapevine took place in the Near East. Nevertheless, whether a single origin or secondary independent grapevine domestications occurred and where they happened remains so far unanswered. Wine has had an important role in religious rituals since Antiquity. In mythology and theology, wine was symbolic of the power to revitalize and rebirth. In Ancient Egypt, wine was daily served to the gods by the Pharaoh and the priests in ritual ceremonies in the Egyptian temples. In daily life, wine was an enjoyable drink consumed by the elite in festivals, banquets and funerals. Further, the grape was one of the most important fruits in the Classical Mediterranean civilizations and grapevines and the wine were widely spread through trade sea routes. This chapter presents an overview of the archaeological evidence for wine culture in the ancient Near East, Egypt and the Mediterranean region. It also presents a discussion of the chemical and morphological research methods and paleogenomic analyses and discussion that have been applied to ancient grape and plant material.\nKeywords: Ancient DNA, Amphora, DNA preservation, Grape domestication, Wine archaeology.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.santostefanooil.com/our-estate", "date": "2023-05-29T19:35:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644907.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529173312-20230529203312-00163.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9013254642486572, "token_count": 1059, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__96800196", "lang": "en", "text": "Our olives are grown and hand-harvested from our single estate in Sicily, Italy\nOur Family-Owned Estate Olive Oil\nSanto Stefano® Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made from olives grown and harvested by hand from our single estate in Santo Stefano Quisquina, AG, Sicily, Italy.\nOnly olives from Santo Stefano Quisquina’s family-owned, century-old olive groves are used to create Santo Stefano® Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil.\nOur estate follows time-honored and tested processes, allowing them to consistently produce some of the finest olive oil to be found.\nSince its foundation nearly 150 years ago in SANTO STEFANO QUISQUINA AG, Sicily Italy, both BIVONA® and SANTO STEFANO® Extra Virgin Olive Oils have become the epitome of a passionate love affair with nature, exquisite taste, and old-fashioned authenticity passed from generation to generation.\nDedicated to making only the finest Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, LA CUCINA ITALIANA LLC (our Italian Kitchen) provides estate olive oil cultivated and nurtured in our natural and organic environment, combined with production and packaging techniques that produce the purity, quintessence, and holistic value.\nEach of our gourmet olive oils is crafted from our meticulous selection of hand-harvested olives using the combination of traditional stone mill pressing methods with state-of-the-art technology.\nThe size of SANTO STEFANO QUISQUINA AG's olive grove makes it possible to do everything by hand from pruning and irrigation to picking, crushing, and bottling, all of which contribute to the production of our finest quality olive oil. With our smaller scale production, there is less room for errors and a lot more room for the integrity of the product - a commitment that permeates the soil, the trees, the blushing olive fruit, and ultimately the quality that defines BIVONA® & SANTO STEFANO®'s organic extra virgin olive oil.\nIntense golden yellow with light green hues, with a fruity smell and hints of almond flavor and a sweet aftertaste, BIVONA® & SANTO STEFANO® organic extra virgin olive oils are made from Biancolilla, Nocellara del Belice, and Cerasuola olives, grown on the farm of Santo Stefano Quisquina AG. and the neighboring town of Bivona - the names we've dedicated these finest olive oils.\nThe olives are harvested between late October to late November, when not quite ripe, which accounts for its intense fruity flavor and balanced aroma.\nIn an effort to maintain the tradition of olive oil production, our harvesting is done by hand which reduces the damage to the olives during the process and ensures low acidity levels. For optimal quality, our olives are cleaned and cold-pressed in a traditional way within 24 hours of harvesting.\nAfter being pressed, our oil is kept in the dark in closed containers, at a cool temperature around 14-18 C, away from direct heat and light. During the bottling process, each bottle is filled and labeled with pride that symbolizes the passionate connection with the art of olive oil and the pride of a land rich with nostalgic traditions.\nKnown for producing the highest quality olive oil, LA CUCINA ITALIANA LLC's oil-fueled gastronomy has earned a respectable reputation in the region, thus becoming the main supplier of organic olive oil for local consumers proud to be a part of the pastoral culture in this traditional heartland of olive oil.\nOur exquisite olive oils are produced by the Cicarello family on their estate in Santo Stefano AG, Sicily, from 150-year-old olive trees. Pressed within 24 hours of hand picking, our distinctive blend of Sicilian olives brims with the flavor and aroma of green grass and almonds.\nWe guarantee our finest quality and the most fragrant Organic EVOO is perfect to satisfy an avid gourmet foodie and novice alike.\nEssential for any fresh olive oil lover’s pantry, SANTO STEFANO® & BIVONA® versatile olive oils create a complex depth of flavor in salads, pasta, grilled foods, and more.\nChefs Worldwide Demand High Quality Olive Oil\nSanto Stefano® Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is crafted from our exclusive and select blend of Biancolilla, Nocellara del Belice, and Cerasuola olive varieties, and harvested at the zenith of their ripeness, October and November.\nThis traditional practice and attention to detail yields an authentic Sicilian unfiltered extra virgin olive oil with a clear, vibrant golden-green color, permeating a harmony of sweet, bitter, and spicy elements.\nSanto Stefano’s sweet aroma and distinct flavor enhances, but never masks, all food types.\nOur Organic EVOO exceeds all quality benchmarks for our Santo Stefano® olive oil products.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.cacleantech.org/rainwater-harvesting-and-using-rain-barrels-for-gardening/", "date": "2017-11-23T14:50:20Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806842.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20171123142513-20171123162513-00086.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9415338635444641, "token_count": 2958, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__179288920", "lang": "en", "text": "Rainwater Harvesting Systems is an important system and had been in used since many centuries through the world. In industrialized countries, rainwater harvesting systems have been developed for the purpose of reducing water bills, watering crops, or providing drinking water. In many countries where there is a shortage of clean water, rain water is the main source for providing water for both drinking and for cultivating crops. In these countries, rain water are collected from trees and houses using leaves or stems. The more advance countries use sophisticated filtration and catchment tanks. Harvesting rainwater is growing in usage once more due to diminishing resources and an ever growing population.\nOne of the easiest way to store rain water is the use of rain barrels. These barrels can hold up to 55 gallons of water which can be used for gardening. There are various types of rain barrels available in UK, You need to buy according to your need. We will be discussing in details about rain barrel later in this article.\nBenefits of rain water harvesting\nThe harvested rainwater can be used for potable purposes. It can be used for people and animals (usually livestock). Often it is used for watering gardens and food crops. The surplus water, after usage, can be used for recharging ground water aquifer through artificial recharge techniques. This can also result in improving the quality of the ground water, e.g. less fluoride content in the ground water.\nWhen captured and stored correctly, rainwater is an economical and sustainable source of water. Although close to three fourths of our planet is made of water, not all of it is suitable for use. Most rural households have to source all their water on their property, and rainwater often provides a better quality household supply than river, bore or dam water. By creating a rain garden, you can help protect the watershed from storm water pollution and you get to enjoy the beauty of a low-maintenance garden filled with native plants. Compared to mains water – which is stored in dams and treated with chemicals – rainwater is considered to be a safer, higher quality and more cost-effective alternative.\n- The water in the oceans and seas cannot be used as drinking water and little of it can be utilized for other purposes.\n- Rainwater harvesting is not just for rural areas though.\n- Safe drinking water from local drinking water systems or private wells originates in ground water, streams, rivers, springs or lakes – this is called a watershed.\n- Installing a rainwater harvesting system is a cost-effective and low-maintenance alternative to water recycling on its own.\n- As a result, there is a constant shortage of water that is either good for drinking or home and industrial use.\n- Although urban households may be connected to a reticulated, treated (mains) water supply, rainwater harvesting can significantly lower mains water usage. t is important to note that only those properties fitted with a water meter will benefit financially from rainwater collection systems.\nProtection of all water sources in the watershed requires the combined efforts of municipalities, water systems managers, conservation agencies, farmers and individuals. These days, many companies even consider integrating rainwater harvesting systems from the planning stages of their new site, rather than leaving it as an afterthought. Areas on the planet that have long faced water shortage were able to combat this problem by harvesting what little rain water they received. Those who do not have a meter and pay a flat rate for water will not see much in the way of financial return, as the amount of drinking water saved will make no difference to the eventual bill (though the ecological effect is still sizeable). More and more people are starting to turn to a metered water provision, even if they have a large family.\nRainwater Harvesting systems can capture the natural rain fall for later use. When harvesting rainwater in this way, the water that you’ll be left with will be relatively pure and free from toxins and minerals. Due to a range of factors which include increased infrastructure costs, unpredictable weather patterns and increased consumption across the country; water bills are rising and are likely to continue to do so for quite some time. Being on a meter can save a large amount if your initial water usage is low (in some cases halving the bill) but it can also prompt you to be more conscious of recycling and not taking this valuable asset for granted. The storm water retention systems divert water from roofs or a matrix of pipes into underground rainwater tanks before they ever become contaminated by the earth or any chemicals placed there by the water companies.\nYou can then use it for sprinklers in your garden, for watering your home-grown vegetable patch, for filling up your pond, for washing your car and for a lot of other related household chores that require water. In addition to increased water costs, many homes & businesses are looking to become greener, more efficient and more self reliant and look towards these technologies as sound investments. Of course, there could be some natural contaminants from rooftops or even birds and insects but Rainwater Harvesting systems are developed to manage this effectively. Rainwater Harvesting is one of the quickest and easiest ways for you reduce water consumption and become more efficient.\nRain water and gardening\nGardeners can play a key role in conserving freshwater by harvesting rainwater. Determining how much water your roof collects can involve lots of complex calculations. Stored rainwater contains some organic matter. During the summer, much of our potable water is used outdoors. In addition to reducing demand on our water supplies—especially important during drought and summer (when 40 percent of all water is used outdoors)—rainwater harvesting reduces water pollution.\n- But all you really need to do is figure how much water your garden will need and if your roof can collect that much.\n- If collected from your rooftop, rainwater contains traces of organic material.\n- We fill our pools, wash our cars and water our lawns and gardens.\n- In a rainstorm, oil, pesticides, animal waste, and fertilizers from our lawns, sidewalks, driveways, and streets are washed into sewers that often overflow into rivers and estuaries, contaminating fish and other wildlife.\n- The gardener who’s going to irrigate a large vegetable patch in the desert Southwest will need a lot more water than the one dousing a few container plants on a patio in the Midwest.\n- While the water is very clean and should run clear, it has been exposed to anything on your roof.\nThis water must be chemically treated to make it safe for drinking. which is great for you, but not necessarily great for your plants. The most common tank materials are plastic (polyethylene), concrete, and coated steel. The rule of thumb is the average 25 foot by 40 foot home roof sheds about 600 gallons of water in an hour of moderate rainfall, around 1 inch. We’re not talking about chunks (these get pre-filtered out on their way into properly-designed rain barrels)–we’re just talking about contact exposure to leaf litter, pollen, bird droppings and the like (which perhaps not surprisingly are great for your plants). A rain barrel hosts a beneficial biology to keep the water alive – literally.\nCollecting rainwater for gardening can eliminate many of these chemical salts and harmful minerals from your soil. The type of material you select depends on your budget, the size of tank, water use and whether the tank will be sited above or below ground. If you have two downspouts, they’ll each divert about 300 gallons of water toward the barrel under them. It’s like a light application of fertilizer every time you water. Rainwater is naturally soft. Modern steel tanks have a long life polymer coating on the inside and a wide range of shapes and sizes are available. The more barrels you have, the more of this water you can collect. Fresh, treated mains water isn’t all that great for the environment – or the garden. The less water used from your local treatment facility, the fewer chemicals they have to use and the less money they have to spend on those chemicals. Domestic wastewater (known as ‘grey water’) may also be used in the garden. There are a range of slim-line designs suitable for urban sections available.\nEven many experienced gardeners have trouble comprehending just how much water soil can hold. For a start it has to be extracted from somewhere. This may be from the kitchen, the washing machine or baths, basins and showers. ‘Black water’ from WCs should always be consigned to the sewerage system and never used in the garden. Concrete tanks are strong and can be sited below the ground. Except in areas with consistently high rainfall, your garden soil’s moisture level will seldom be at “field capacity.” That’s the term scientists use to describe the maximum amount of water a soil can hold.\nThen it has to be purified then stored, before finally being pumped into our homes. Water from septic tanks is best not used either. Plastic is tough, durable and relatively lightweight, and – like steel – there are a wide range of sizes and shapes suitable for urban environments. When it rains or when we irrigate, gravity pulls the water down into the soil. This requires (a) a lot of energy and (b) an inordinate volume of chemicals to treat the water. Household soaps and detergents are harmless to plants, but water containing bleaches, disinfectants, dishwasher salt and stronger cleaning products should not be used, as they can harm plants and even damage soil structure if used long-term on soil.\nAfter a heavy rain, some of the water may move all the way down to the water table or the bedrock, but a large amount of it is held by capillary forces that cause water to coat each soil particle and partially fill the spaces between particles. Extracting and storing this water often disrupts natural ecosystems and/or lowers water tables, which in turn can threaten fertile farmland. And when it does finally get to us, our fruits and vegetables don’t much care for it, preferring instead the natural balance and purity of highly oxygenated rainwater.\nWhy use Rain Barrels and buying guide\nA rain barrel is essentially a large tank with a spigot that sits under your home’s gutter downspout to harvest rainwater from your roof. Winterize your rain barrel system when temperatures are below 41-deg. The simplest rain barrel setup requires a storage tank (water barrel), a secure lid, a basket strainer or screen, and a spigot or drain valve. The amount of water you harvest from your roof depends on how many barrels you use. You can make one for just a few dollars, or you can purchase a basic model for around $50 to $100.\n- Water flows off of the roof into the gutter, then enters the downspout and pours through the basket strainer attached to the lid of the barrel.\n- In a perfect example, with wooden rain barrels under all of your downspouts to harvest all of the runoff from your roof, 1 inch of rain (on a 1,000-sq.-ft. roof) can yield approximately 600 gallons of water.\n- A more decorative model will cost upwards of $300.\n- By completely draining the barrel.\nRainwater can be retrieved directly from the spigot at the bottom of the barrel, or a hose can be attached by which the water can be directed to the desired location. Since there can be issues such as gutter leaks or clogs, subtract about 20 percent of that total for a more accurate total (approx. 480 gallons). You can also look up you area’s average monthly rainfall and using the square footage of your roof, determine your potential amount of harvested rain water. Rain barrels come in all sorts of materials, from durable stainless steel to fiberglass and recycled plastic, so let personal preference be your guide. If storing outside, be sure to turn the barrel upside down and place a heavy object on top to keep it from blowing away. You’ll find something to match every design motif, from sleek and contoured modern vessels to classic terra cotta urns and rustic faux wooden barrels.\nRetrieving your water can be done with a spigot, electric or manual pump. Some retailers even sell rain barrels made from old whiskey or wine barrels, probably a more sustainable choice, saving materials from ending up in a landfill. Emptied rain barrels can also be stored in a shed, garage or basement during the winter months. If you’re trying to keep a low profile, consider a rain barrel disguised as a rock, or even a rain barrel disguised as a brick wall. Most tanks are equipped with a regular garden spigot at the bottom of the tank that can be hooked up to a garden hose.\nA barrel full of rain may be good for your garden, but dangerous for a small child or the family pet. Rain barrels are for water collection and outdoor use only. There’s something for everyone, and the sky is the limit with the new designs that have been hitting the market for the past several years. If you have a larger barrel of system, a pump can be used to retrieve the water. Check your barrel for specific design elements that prevent it from tipping over. Rainwater harvested from roofs can contain animal and bird feces, windblown dust, pesticides and particles from pollution making it unsuitable for drinking. Since hand pumps need to be worked manually, electric pumps are easier to use but are more expensive. For example, many barrels come with a flat back so it can be attached to the side of the house or a fence. No other uses are recommended.\nProtect your home’s siding with a sheet of wood inserted between the downspout and the siding to prevent damage. In order to find the best rain barrel to suit your needs, you’ll need to consider several factors – the amount of water you can harvest, your intended use for the water, the materials used for the barrel, the area where your barrel will be installed, and more. We’ve laid out all of the most important factors in the rain barrel buying guide below, along with some general guidelines to help you narrow down your choices.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://somethingovertea.wordpress.com/tag/cosmos/", "date": "2020-11-25T20:32:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141184123.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20201125183823-20201125213823-00417.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9677798748016357, "token_count": 832, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__106298715", "lang": "en", "text": "The postage stamp size garden I am endeavouring to maintain with far too little water has yielded great pleasure in terms of colour. Especially pleasing are the Namaqualand / African daisies. I planted a packet of out-of-date seeds in the bare, dry ground with great faith and have watched them anxiously from the first tiny shoots to the orange and yellow flowers that open with the sun and wave merrily in the breezes.\nGrowing plants from seeds in a drought is a risky affair and so I caved in once our local nursery opened and bought calendula seedlings. These have survived being chomped by several locusts to produce pretty blooms, such as this one.\nThe miniature marigolds were also purchased as seedlings, but very few have survived the onslaught of snails.\nThis Van Stadens River Daisy (Dimorphotheca ecklonis) originates from plants my late mother grew on our farm in the now Mpumalanga.\nTo my considerable joy, several self-sown cosmos have grown up from last year’s crop.\nA very strange thing I have discovered since the COVID-19 lockdown began is that there are no flower seeds for sale in the supermarkets. At first they weren’t allowed to sell any seeds (don’t ask) and now only have vegetable seeds on offer!\nBees have been very scarce in our garden for a while now. I am thus concerned that the few flowers we have enjoyed this winter have fallen foul of the lack of pollinators.\nBUT WE HAVE THESE:\nWhile looking at the stunted, yet very pretty, self-sown cosmos I noticed it being visited by this insect:\nA much closer view reveals it to look like this:\nIt moved to the next flower and was joined by this one:\nBoth have a long proboscis. There are a lot of ordinary flies about too, so I realise I need to stop thinking about bees, butterflies, moths and beetles being the only pollinators – nature makes sure there is a variety.\nThe winter cold is associated with the end of a vibrant life cycle and a period of dormancy as shown by these leaves and the dead dahlia head:\nMost of our trees are evergreen, as are the euphorbias and aloes:\nThe aloe flowers are both beautiful and provide important nutrition during this harsh season.\nBlackjack seeds abound, just waiting to be dispersed.\nWhile self-sown cosmos make a brave start.\nIt is Lockdown Day 34: this means that it is over a month since we have been able to go outside of our gardens (thankfully I have a garden!) and go for a walk. During the course of the month the cheering array of cosmos flowers dancing in the breezes have dwindled to the last few; the tall stems have fallen over; and soon there will be none left. The last few continue to be visited by bees and so I show you one of the last ‘action’ cosmos and its visitor:\nWe all know that pollination takes place when a bee carries pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another. Close observation reveals that the pollen clings to the sticky hairs on the bee’s body and is rubbed off as the bee flies from one blossom to another. The flowers in this and other photographs are Cosmos.\nIn addition to pollinating plants, bees collect pollen to take to their hives for food. The large orange-yellow bulges on the hind legs of this bee looks as though it is carrying baskets for this purpose – much as we would use a shopping basket.\nThese baskets or pollen sacs are known as the corbicula, which are made up of hairs blended together to form a concave shape. Once a bee has visited a flower it begins a grooming process during which the pollen that has gathered on the body is brushed down towards the hind legs and packed into the pollen baskets mixed with a little nectar.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://twinsandtravels.com/blog-posts/top-reasons-to-get-gardening-with-your-kids/", "date": "2024-02-27T10:15:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474674.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227085429-20240227115429-00308.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9486821889877319, "token_count": 971, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__66274406", "lang": "en", "text": "Table of Contents\nTop Reasons to Get Gardening With Your Kids\nGardening is a rewarding and educational activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. One of the most wonderful ways to introduce your children to the joys of gardening is by involving them in the process. Gardening with kids offers numerous benefits, from fostering a deeper connection with nature to teaching valuable life skills. In this article, we’ll explore the top reasons why you should consider getting your hands dirty with your little ones in the garden.\n**This is a paid collaborative post\nConnecting with Nature\nIn today’s digital age, children are often glued to screens, disconnected from the natural world. Gardening provides an opportunity for kids to connect with nature on a personal level. As they dig, plant, and watch their garden of flowers and shrubs grow, they become more aware of the environment around them. This hands-on experience can instill a lifelong love for nature and a greater appreciation of the outdoors.\nLearning About Life Cycles\nGardening is a wonderful way to teach kids about the life cycles of plants. They can witness firsthand how a tiny seed transforms into a flourishing plant with proper care and attention. This process of growth, flowering, and eventually, seed production can be a powerful lesson in the circle of life and the importance of nurturing living things.\nTaking care of a garden requires consistent effort and responsibility. Kids can learn valuable life skills such as discipline, commitment, and accountability by tending to their garden regularly. They’ll understand the importance of watering, weeding, and protecting their plants from pests and harsh weather conditions. These responsibilities can translate into other aspects of their lives as they grow older.\nEnhancing Fine Motor Skills\nGardening activities like planting seeds, transplanting seedlings, and pruning require fine motor skills. These activities help children develop hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and precision. Digging in the soil, handling tools, and delicately caring for plants all contribute to the improvement of their fine motor skills.\nPromoting Healthy Eating Habits\nWhen kids participate in gardening, they are more likely to develop an interest in the fruits and vegetables they grow. This can have a positive impact on their eating habits, as they become more open to trying fresh produce straight from the garden. Studies have shown that children who are involved in gardening are more likely to consume a variety of fruits and vegetables, which can lead to better overall nutrition.\nGardening is a creative endeavor that allows children to express themselves. They can design their garden layout, choose colorful flowers, and create unique plant arrangements. This fosters creativity and helps them develop a sense of ownership and pride in their work.\nIn today’s fast-paced world, patience is a valuable virtue that can be cultivated through gardening. Children learn that plants take time to grow and develop. They must wait for their efforts to bear fruit or bloom, teaching them patience and delayed gratification.\nConnecting with Science\nGardening is an excellent way to introduce children to basic scientific concepts. They can observe the effects of sunlight, water, and soil on plant growth. They can also learn about the role of insects and pollinators in the garden ecosystem. These observations can spark their curiosity and interest in science.\nFostering a Sense of Pride\nWatching a garden thrive due to their care and effort can boost a child’s self-esteem and confidence. They feel a sense of pride and accomplishment when they see their plants flourish. This positive reinforcement can have a lasting impact on their self-image.\nQuality Family Time\nGardening is a wonderful bonding activity that allows families to spend quality time together outdoors. It provides an opportunity for parents and children to work together towards a common goal, share experiences, and create lasting memories. Gardening can strengthen family relationships and create a sense of unity.\nThrough gardening, kids can develop a greater understanding of the environment and the importance of sustainability. They learn about conserving water, reducing waste, and creating a habitat for wildlife. These eco-friendly practices instill a sense of responsibility towards the planet and the need to protect it.\nIn conclusion, gardening with your kids is a fulfilling and enriching experience with numerous benefits. It not only connects children with nature but also imparts essential life skills, fosters creativity, and promotes healthy habits. As you watch your children nurture their garden and witness the wonders of growth and life cycles, you’ll be creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. So, roll up your sleeves, grab some seeds, and embark on a gardening adventure with your kids – it’s a journey filled with growth, discovery, and the joy of watching your garden and your children flourish.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://wellerdesigns.co.uk/project/airlinks-golf-course/", "date": "2019-12-09T20:47:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540523790.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20191209201914-20191209225914-00277.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9511191248893738, "token_count": 244, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__95350915", "lang": "en", "text": "Airlinks Golf Course, London\nWeller Designs were appointed by Glendale Golf Operators to remodel all 18 holes to make the course more competitive within the local golf market\nAs a former refuse tip, the site has its complications as the existing subsoil (or cap) was not to be disturbed and no rainfall falling onto the site was to leach through to the refuse layers below or be allowed to migrate beyond the course boundaries.\nThe scheme involves re-capping the site with inert recycled soils and reshaping all the holes on the course. This will require in the region of 500,000 m3 of imported soil. The rainfall management scheme involves extensive use of subsoil drainage and catch basins within the golf course to not only prevent water migrating to the refuse below or off the site but also to provide a rainwater harvesting scheme for use in the irrigation system.\nClick the images below to view larger versions and description.\nWe are incredibly proud of creating a golf course that will not only be a fabulous experience to play but will be recognised as being right at the forefront of sustainability, serving as a model for water conservation and recycling for other architects to follow.Stephen Ridgway", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://charles-armstrong.com/chapter-13-sugar-spice-mid-19th-century/", "date": "2020-07-12T23:29:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593657140337.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20200712211314-20200713001314-00584.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.951606273651123, "token_count": 137, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-29", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__245562389", "lang": "en", "text": "Green gold was planted in Natal and flourished like a well fertilised weed. Sugar Cane, a labour intensive crop, promised to be the saviour of the British colonial conclave at Port Natal. However, the indigenous Zulu refused to perform manual labour in the sugar fields. This paved the way for indentured labour from India to plant, harvest and tend the cane crops. This is their story and marks the beginning of the largest population of Indian people in one place outside of India itself. From these humble beginnings, with diligence, hard work and innate intelligence, they grew into a wealthy nation within a nation, which subsequently enhanced the cultural and fiscal fortunes of southern Africa.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://harboroughchamber.co.uk/members/listing/waterloo-cottage-farm/", "date": "2024-04-24T07:10:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819067.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424045636-20240424075636-00498.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9449554681777954, "token_count": 127, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__169742443", "lang": "en", "text": "Waterloo Cottage is a 125 acre nature-friendly farm, award winning farm shop, butchery and community garden. It all began in 2010 with 5 acres, a farm house and two pigs called Fleur and Ruth. From there, was born Angus’ dream of rearing well cared for animals, producing healthy meat, whilst also enhancing the natural environment.\nAngus now employs regenerative grazing methods, alongside agroforestry, to produce pasture fed beef, lamb and hogget and free range pork. This type of agro-ecological farming has been shown to sequester carbon and support the recovery of nature.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://followlovebe.wordpress.com/2014/03/29/gardening-in-the-desert/", "date": "2018-06-23T17:50:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267865145.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20180623171526-20180623191526-00037.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9276311993598938, "token_count": 381, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__143291899", "lang": "en", "text": "Mercy Junction is gardening in the desert — a food desert.\nAccording to the USDA: “Food deserts are defined as urban neighborhoods and rural towns without ready access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food. Instead of supermarkets and grocery stores, these communities may have no food access or are served only by fast food restaurants and convenience stores that offer few healthy, affordable food options. The lack of access contributes to a poor diet and can lead to higher levels of obesity and other diet-related diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease.”\nWe started planting in early March in raised beds behind Renaissance Presbyterian Church, 1211 Boynton Dr, Chattanooga, TN 37402.\nMercy Junction’s Morgan Koch hauling top soil for the garden\nSo far we have planted several different types of greens, onions, broccoli, cauliflower, herbs, and raspberry and blackberry bushes. We have also started seeds for a variety of vegetables. We’ll be planting strawberries, potatoes, beans and more in the upcoming weeks. We’ve also set up rain barrels to collect water for the garden.\nFood from the garden will be given to those who live in Chattanooga’s food deserts. Any surplus produce will be shared with other programs that provide free food to people in our community.\nWe need volunteers!\nWe’re working in the garden every Monday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, as spring rolls into summer, we’ll need volunteers daily to tend to watering and weeding.\nIf you’d like to help us with the gardening, please join us any Monday evening. For more information, email firstname.lastname@example.org or call 423-457-2519.\nMercy Junction’s Austin Young and William Nix planting berry bushes.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.leekueichih.com/single-post/%E7%B1%B3-rice", "date": "2024-04-22T10:10:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818105.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422082202-20240422112202-00308.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.7328317165374756, "token_count": 1395, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__31150931", "lang": "en", "text": "尺寸：700cm(L)x 550cm(W)x 150cm(H)\nArtist: Lee, Kuei-Chih\nMaterial: Bamboo, rice shell\nSize: 700cm(L)x 550cm(W)x 150cm(H)\nLocation: Yunlin County Cultural Center, Yunlin County, Taiwan\n“12% SKIES- Yun-Chia-Chia-Ying Visual Art Link”\nI was born in Yunlin County known as the \"Capital of Agriculture\". Because my grandparents grew rice, I have deep emotions for land and water, and gradually developed my creative ideas in the organic world, using the most powerful metaphors in Chinese philosophy -\"water\" as the catalyst when I created. To present the energy in nature through works, and then explore the relationship between the nature of creation and the relationship between people, nature, and the environment.\nThe theme of this exhibition is \"12%of the sky\". Yunjianan Plain occupies 12%of the total area of Taiwan. The rice farmers often watch the sky through the reflection of water, and feel that the sky is closely linked to the land. And rice is a Chinese staple food. It has a long history and rice food customs that change with the season. It is also the crystallization of culture and economy.\nTherefore, I use the two elements of \"rice\" and \"ripples\" to interpret the importance of water breeding the earth. I used bamboo to weave the huge rice grains sculpture, and the ripple-shaped shape is arranged in the space with rice shells. The ripple of the rice shell is a symbol of the cycle, which reminds me of the scene of the Rice drying in the sun in the past. It is also like the cultural ripples of rice on this land. It is not only production that continues to expand with the water, but also the humble attitude in life with the seasons—care of the land, and ecological wisdom with nature.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.historichotels.org/hotels-resorts/the-wigwam/history.php", "date": "2016-09-29T03:18:22Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738661778.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173741-00037-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9795816540718079, "token_count": 199, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__30163882", "lang": "en", "text": "It all started with cotton. Oddly enough, cotton grows exceptionally well in the Arizona soil and the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company took notice when they found that cotton helped to lengthen the life of their famous tires. Goodyear bought 16,000 acres of Arizona land to begin farming cotton.\nIn 1918, the company set up the first building on the site--the Organizational House, which served as lodgings for ranch suppliers. They suggested, as did the company's executives who often brought their families to the ranch, that the site would be perfect for a winter vacation spot.\nThe company took their advice and on Thanksgiving of 1929, The Wigwam officially opened as a guest ranch with a maximum capacity of 24 guests. A golf course with nine holes was built in 1930, with nine more holes following in 1941.\nAfter 80 years and many changes to the site, the Organizational House still stands as a reminder of The Wigwam's small beginnings.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ballaratfood.com/recipes/item/60-lavender-chocolate-cake", "date": "2017-03-29T19:11:33Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218191353.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212951-00028-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.936802327632904, "token_count": 292, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-13", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__100544331", "lang": "en", "text": "LAVENDER CHOCOLATE CAKE\nLavender is a classic garden plant in the Ballarat region, it is one of the most enduring fragrant herbs in our gardens. Most of us have memories of lavender and old ladies and the many fragrant uses for the dried flowers. It is also an amazing culinary herb, although the only variety suitable for cooking is the English variety and you must ensure to use lavender that is free from chemicals and pesticides, so definitely not the lavender varieties you will find in most gardens or nurseries.\nFor this classic chocolate cake we used Egerton Blue dried lavender from the Yuulong Lavender Estate, they also sell lavender plants for you to grow in your kitchen gardens. You will be surprised at the wonderful flavour lavender infusions add to many recipes from sugar and milk baked goods to fruity dishes and savoury cooking. The key to using lavender in cooking is to keep it subtle, lavender has a strong flavour with the potential to overpower your dishes, when really just a hint of the flavour to compliment other flavours is the key.\nThe Lavender Chocolate cake is a deliciously moist recipe that uses coconut oil instead of butter. A rich and rather dessert like cake which lasts for quite a few days. To compliment the chocolate and lavender flavours we have used a marscapone frosting with a hint of lemon, perfect for a summer afternoon tea.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.you.com.au/melbourne/market/flower", "date": "2023-11-30T00:24:18Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100164.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130000127-20231130030127-00813.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9513381719589233, "token_count": 96, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__137038439", "lang": "en", "text": "open days: Friday, Monday, Saturday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday\nNot open for public sales except for public tours (see the their website), parking at gate 7, 8 and 9. The National Flower Centre which is located on the Melbourne Markets site provides a wholesale trading facility for cut flowers and plants. Victoria produces about 40% of the national market for cut flowers. There are 140 permanent grower stands plus an extensive group of casual growers who sell through the flower markets.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://networknature.eu/casestudy/20834", "date": "2024-04-22T07:07:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818081.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422051258-20240422081258-00699.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9359288215637207, "token_count": 677, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__176178440", "lang": "en", "text": "The main objective of the project is the creation of a mycological reserve with a demonstrative and informative purposes as well as to guarantee the fructification of a wide fungal cortex through the application of waterings. Parallel to this main objective and taking advantage of synergies, an experimental device has been established aiming to evaluate the evolution of fungal ecosystems under climate change scenarios. Specifically, the incidence of rainfall variations on wild mushroom production is evaluated for further analysis on future climate change scenarios.\nThe experimental device consists of 4 sample units, each composed of four permanent plots, with an area of 60 m2 each. Each plot is randomly distributed within a continuous forest site of Pinus sylvestris with a perimeter delimitation that prevents access and uncontrolled harvest. This space is equipped with an infrastructure for the application of different doses of irrigation through micro irrigation that reach 20 liters per week. Since year one (2017), scenarios with different rainfall conditions are being tested with a parallel development of weekly inventories of macromycetes.\nDespite having a short data series (3 years) in a preliminary analysis of the results, in all cases (years) a positive response in the fructification of macromycetes with application of watering has been observed, along with a clear relationship between the fructification and the moment in which irrigation is applied. Moreover, dependence on climatic conditions during the fruiting period has also been noticed. In three inventory campaigns, a total of 6972 macromycetes have been recorded, identifying 75 different mycological species. The informative and demonstrative character of this space was accomplished through an average of 15 visits and 500 visitors per year.\nThe development of the inventories should be carried out by highly qualified personnel due to the complexity of the identification without collection and to avoid duplication when counting the specimens that have been recorded in previous samples. Despite this peculiarity of the inventory, in most cases the taxonomic classification has been achieved at the species level. To avoid the bias of duplication of specimens, it has been designed an application where it is possible to consult, during the sampling, the specimens registered in previous samplings. The fungal species are registered in the database for further analysis.\nThe promoter of the space (Natural Heritage Foundation of the Region Castilla y León) and the managing entity (Environmental Territorial Service of Soria) have supported this experimental initiative, while contributing with the necessary resources for the execution of the infrastructure, as well as the development of the fungal inventories. The approach of new experimental designs for an analysis of the variation of the fungal cortex under the influence of climate change requires sophisticated designs of rainwater exclusion structures, in order to avoid the influence of shading and of the water flows eliminated with the forest mass adjacent to the plots.\nWhat, how much, why and at what point? These are some of the answers that we must solve with the experimental designs that are proposed from now on. There is the need for models that relate productions, using tools that quantify accumulated precipitation at any point in the territory, in real time, with great precision and fine scale. The early prediction of the fructification is useful information for the exploitation manager, allowing anticipated actions directed to a sustainable management of resources.\nJosé Miguel Altelarrea Martínez", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://bannerspl.us/a-simple-plan/", "date": "2023-09-27T22:54:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510326.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927203115-20230927233115-00712.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9591533541679382, "token_count": 593, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__222007153", "lang": "en", "text": "When it pertains to producing a rich and also lively grass, turf setup is one of the most reliable ways to achieve quick and magnificent outcomes. Turf, likewise called grass, provides instant plant as well as eradicates the demand for waiting on yard seeds to sprout and also mature. Whether you’re going back to square one or wanting to revamp your existing lawn, right here are some valuable tips and also tricks to make certain a successful sod setup.\n1. Preparation is Key\nPrior to setting up sod, it’s essential to prepare the location properly. Begin by getting rid of all existing debris, such as rocks, sticks, as well as weeds. Next, farm to a deepness of at the very least six inches to produce a loosened and also abundant surface area. This step assists with water drainage and origin infiltration, inevitably advertising healthy and balanced sod growth. Finally, make certain the dirt is smooth and also level by raking it, getting rid of any kind of lumps or high spots.\n2. Pick the Right Turf\nThe choice of sod plays a significant function in the end result of your yard. Choose a yard range that fits your regional environment, dirt conditions, as well as maintenance choices. Common turf kinds include Kentucky Bluegrass, Bermuda lawn, and Zoysia grass, each with distinct qualities as well as treatment demands. Consult a local grass vendor or a lawn care expert to determine the very best turf for your specific demands.\n3. Proper Watering\nAppropriate watering is crucial during the first stages of sod installation. Immediately after installing the sod, water it thoroughly to ensure good root-to-soil call. This aids to stop air pockets as well as advertises deep root establishment. Over the following few weeks, keep the sod continually moist by sprinkling it deeply two to three times a day, particularly during warmer months. Gradually lower the regularity of watering as the sod begins to develop sturdy origins.\n4. Maintenance and also Care\nKeeping your recently set up sod is necessary to accomplish a lavish as well as healthy and balanced lawn. Stay clear of walking on the turf for the first couple of weeks to avoid damaging it and also impeding root development. Slowly introduce light foot web traffic as the roots develop themselves. On a regular basis trim the yard, keeping it at an optimal elevation for your details turf selection. Additionally, fertilize the yard according to the grass type and also local suggestions to ensure appropriate nutrition and growth.\nFinally, sod installation supplies a convenient as well as quick option to change your outside area into a verdant oasis. By following appropriate prep work strategies, choosing the right sod, giving sufficient water, and also preserving it vigilantly, you’ll be rewarded with a gorgeous and dynamic lawn in no time. So, prepare yourself to enjoy the benefits of a lavish eco-friendly rug under your feet!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.reservebank.to/index.php/economic/aev.html", "date": "2017-04-23T10:07:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118519.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00526-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9379266500473022, "token_count": 355, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__145142693", "lang": "en", "text": "Agriculture Export Volumes\nNovember 2016 | Released on 4 April 2017\n|Nov 16||Oct 16||Sep 16||Aug 16|\n|Total volumes (tonnes)\nAgricultural export plunges as Tongan squash season ends\nNovember’s agricultural exports volume has declined immensely by 81%. This significant decline is explained by the squash season coming to an end therefore the amount of squash exported overseas fell by 97.8% from 2693.2 tonnes in October to only 59.8 tonnes in November. The Tongan squash season is towards the end of the year hence October 2016 recorded the highest volume of Tongan squash exported, which accounted for 80% of the total agricultural exports of the previous month with no Tongan squash exported during the month of November.\nOn the outlook, NRBT anticipates that both volume for export and domestic production will increase in 2016/17 supporting the expected growth in the agricultural sector. The higher squash exports during the squash season supports this projection. The latest revised climate update released by the Meteorology Division forecasted a period of more rainfall than usual for the upcoming three to six months, which is an advantage for growers to start planting various crops. The year 2016/17 has seen better weather conditions than that of the previous year which will likely have favourable effects on the agricultural sector’s growth. In addition, Tonga is currently negotiating the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER) Plus which may contribute to the increase. On the downside, the export of Kava Tonga and coconuts will continue to decline due to low supply as a result of unfavourable weather conditions in the past years.\n- Download the complete report | 398 KB\nAgriculture Export Volumes Archive", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://edgeofurbanfarm.com/", "date": "2014-12-20T22:55:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-52/segments/1418802770415.113/warc/CC-MAIN-20141217075250-00089-ip-10-231-17-201.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9500126838684082, "token_count": 118, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2014-52", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-52__0__121582735", "lang": "en", "text": "Welcome! We at Edge of Urban Farm are happy you have found your way here. A family farm has sprung to life at the edge of San Diego County, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Check out options for our CSA, Contact us with any questions, and don’t forget to follow us on Facebook. We can’t do this with out your support of local, organic produce – we are eternally grateful to you!\nWe strongly believe in organic, which is why all of our produce is certified organic through CCOF.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.wiremeshsupply.com/open-gable-trellis-system", "date": "2022-09-26T00:18:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030334620.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20220925225000-20220926015000-00263.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9088796377182007, "token_count": 414, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-40__0__270067219", "lang": "en", "text": "The vineyard gable trellis post is made with hot rolled steel. It’s “Y” shape, some people also called it “V”shape.\nTrellis poles are an essential part of growing beautiful and healthy grapes.\nThey also serve many other purposes. Grape vines become heavy after they start bearing fruit.\nTrellis offers better support when vine is trained, and it grows up on the wires as well as supports.\nThe gable trellis pole allows for better air flow and efficient growing techniques. It also creates a cooler and shaded environment for harvesting. Our unique trellis system enhances our plastic covering program ensuring quality product for the fall harvest.\nThe metal steel gable trellis systems mainly used in vineyard, orchard,\ngrape manor, agriculture plantation and farming. Compared to traditional wooden post systems.\nThe gable trellis has far more advantages thanks to its design and easy\nset-up,strong and long life.\nAn open gable system is recommended for table grapes,which are cropped to hold a much heavier crop,up to 15tons per acre(or more).This system uses six wires in the lyre to support the canes and the fruit.Posts are placed very 20feet, and the gables can be mounted on wood or steel.The manufacturer recommends installation of one wood end post,about 5’ in from the final end post to add stability and strength to the system.\nMaterial: Hot Dipped Gal. steel sheet\nThickness: 1.2mm 1.5mm 2.0mm 2.5mm,3.0mm\nCenter bar: 1120mm, 1307mm\nLateral bar: 1460mm, 1473mm\nSurface treatment: Hot dipped galvanized, Black (no treated)\nPacking: on pallet.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://issaquahhistory.org/looking-back-series/looking-back-pickering-farm/", "date": "2021-10-23T21:05:23Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585768.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20211023193319-20211023223319-00360.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9513342976570129, "token_count": 151, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-43", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__254422467", "lang": "en", "text": "The press is beginning a new Looking Back series featuring photographs of the Pickering Farm. The farm was acquired in 1867 by William Pickering, Sr. , the territorial governor of Washington Territory. The farm was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. The nine remaining acres of the farm and buildings are owned by the City of Issaquah and are designated one of Issaquah’s 35 city treasures.\nPublished in the Issaquah Press on September 27, 2000\nIn this 1911 photo, Charlie Baxter is driving the three-horse team corn harvester, harvesting corn which appears to be about 10-feet-tall. The man at the right is believed to be a salesman holding up a bundle of harvested corn.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://hbultandsons.com/", "date": "2021-07-27T08:15:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046153223.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20210727072531-20210727102531-00438.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9562190771102905, "token_count": 197, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-31", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__132757496", "lang": "en", "text": "A family business, trading used agricultural machinery for over fifty years, H Bult & Sons remain farmers to this day. As operators of Massey Ferguson machinery on their arable farm, the team at H Bult have a fantastic knowledge of these machines, built up over decades. As well as quality used machines we also supply STARK flail mowers, Tuchel Sweepers and products, and LWC Agricultural products supplying attachments such as bale grabs, buckets, forks etc, and we can supply these at very competitive prices and also supply a full range of spare parts.\nCustomers can be confident not only in our experience of buying and selling quality machinery, but also in the quality of servicing carried out in our dedicated on‐site workshops.\nOur own transport is available to deliver machines across the UK and we often export used tractors and machinery to Ireland.\nBased near Bridgwater, we are five minutes from junctions 24 and 25 of the M5.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.stanfordinfo.co.za/2018/02/06/stanford-food-heroes-food-for-us/", "date": "2024-02-22T07:29:15Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473735.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222061937-20240222091937-00800.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9391590356826782, "token_count": 610, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__199855217", "lang": "en", "text": "The Stanford Food Heroes is a collective of Stanford growers and producers who live and work in the area surrounding Stanford. You can inhale the scent of their herbs and aroma of their buttery bakes, roll their tomatoes and lemons around in your hands and breath in the spices of their charcuterie at the weekly Wednesday Morning Farmers’ Market at Graze, and the Saturday Morning Market on the Stanford Hotel stoep. Besides these markets, some heroes supply or run their own restaurants and delis. Their identity is that they hold home-grown, local produce dear and believe in keeping the supply chain local and lekker. They believe that the best things in life take time.\nIn 2017, a small group of ideas people identified the Stanford Food Heroes and the increasingly foodie identity of Stanford, and approached them to ask if they were interested in being a part of a new phone application trial aimed at marketing fresh surplus to the closest market, and reducing food loss. What a great idea for a communications app to team up with a group of growers and producers – the Stanford Food Heroes could really sink their teeth into this partnership.\nThe new FoodforUs app is a United Nations-funded application that links local growers and buyers. It was designed to ensure that edible and nutritious food is not wasted at farm level but instead fulfils its primary purpose of feeding people. It will do this by linking local groups of growers (farmers at all scales) and buyers (feeding schemes, early childhood development centres, restaurants, guesthouses and individuals) through a convenient mobile app. The app will provide an overview and images of what is available from each grower and enables growers and buyers to communicate on payment and delivery methods.\nFood is wasted at farm levels for a variety of reasons. Retailers sometimes cancel orders at the last-minute leaving farmers unable to find appropriate markets for their produce in time, or farmers can produce a surplus that they have not planned for in terms of marketing and sale. The FoodforUs app provides farmers with immediate access to a group of local buyers.\nThe app is available on the Google and iTunes play stores. Once registered, participants will be sent a password that they use to log into the app to view the produce available. This research trial is being conducted in Stanford, Worcester and two pilot sites in the Eastern Cape. Once the initial phase is complete, users’ feedback will be incorporated into a revision of the app’s features and the platform will be released to a wider audience.\nFollow the project on Facebook @foodforusza or contact the team directly on firstname.lastname@example.org.\nFoodforUs looks forward to working with Stanford’s innovative food networks to trial the app that helps to reduce food waste by linking local growers and buyers. More information can be found on the project at www.foodforus.co.za.\n*For more on the Stanford Food Heroes, click here\nWords by Phil Murray and Stephanie Swanepoel", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ssec.si.edu/stc-program-soils-unit-kit-3rd-edition", "date": "2023-06-03T08:13:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649177.24/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603064842-20230603094842-00043.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.962567150592804, "token_count": 117, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__105578146", "lang": "en", "text": "STC Program: Soils Unit Kit, 3rd Edition\nIn Soils, students investigate the chief components of soil (sand, clay, and humus) and the relationship between soil and plant growth. They create their own compost bags to observe decomposition of organic materials over time. Students observe and read about earthworms to learn about their connection to plant roots and soil. They also conduct tests to observe and compare such properties of soil as odor, appearance, and texture. Settling, water content, and soil consistency are explored.\nKit Tips & Tricks", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://wiccaacademy.com/13-best-herbs-for-a-witchs-garden/", "date": "2024-04-15T18:09:37Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817014.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415174104-20240415204104-00849.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9492759108543396, "token_count": 2951, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__29403609", "lang": "en", "text": "April 16, 2021\nEstimated Read Time: 9 Minutes\nAs we all know, nature plays a huge part in Wiccan rituals. So why not bring the ingredients you need into your home — or your yard? If the prospect of cultivating your garden is a bit overwhelming, don’t worry, we’ve narrowed down a list of thirteen herbs that are all great choices!\nMind you, while most of the herbs we’re about to discuss have magickal properties, some of them have other beneficial properties as well. For example, basil, mint, lavender, and rosemary are all considered to be natural pest deterrents. So even though we use them for casting, their protective properties extend to our gardens too.\nMany of the plants on our list can thrive indoors as well. So with that in mind, let’s talk about the herbs that are great for witches to grow.\nTop 13 Herbs a Witch Should Plant\nBasil leaves have a wonderfully complex flavor that makes them ideal for culinary purposes. However, that’s not the only benefit we get from the herb.\nNamely, basil can help us fight bacterial infections and even strengthen our immune systems against viruses. Additionally, it seems to be an effective treatment for bloating, as well as kidney and liver issues. But how can it be used in Wiccan practices?\nWell, basil is useful for casting protective and warding spells, as well as attracting love, money, and general prosperity. It’s mainly associated with Mars (Ares) and therefore gives off fiery masculine energy.\nYou can plant basil in your garden or in a container — though you’ll need to ensure adequate moisture drainage. The herb needs to get about seven hours of sunlight every day. However, if you opt to plant it outside, make sure to plant it near vegetables, not herbs. If you must, you can keep it near rosemary or chamomile, but make sure it’s nowhere near sage or rue.\nChamomile is famous for its soothing effects. Aside from promoting sleep and relaxation, it can also reduce inflammation and pain. Needless to say, these associations make chamomile ideal for anxiety and stress-relieving spells. On top of that, we can use them to attract happiness, peace, as well as money, and success.\nWashing your hands in chamomile tea will attract abundance. Alternatively, you can also use dry chamomile flowers to cleanse your space and release negative energy. We usually associate chamomile with the Sun and various solar deities. So if you need someone to call to during a ritual, try Apollo, Helios, or Ra.\nYou’ll note that the flowers of this plant look a lot like common daisies. But unlike daisies, chamomile doesn’t grow as easily. You’ll want to be particularly vigilant about watering the herb during the summer, though it generally needs dry soil. If you can, plant your chamomile somewhere that’s partly in the shade.\nYou could also grow the herb in a container, though you’ll have to make sure it has room to grow. After all, chamomile loves to spread out — though it also likes to grow next to mint or basil! Lastly, depending on the type of chamomile you get, it’ll either produce flowers annually or perennially.\nChives are another herb that is associated with Mars and masculine energy. As such, it helps repel evil spirits, cast wards, and other protection spells, as well as break hexes. On a more medicinal level, eating chives can also help us fight off bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. And it’s been shown to repel certain insects!\nBest of all, you’ll be able to take advantage of those effects whether you plant the herb in your garden or indoors. If you have to use a container, you’ll need to give each plant about 6 inches of space. It won’t spread out as it grows, but more chives will probably want to come out from the ground.\nUltimately, you’ll be able to harvest your chives several times each year. You’ll just have to wait until it’s about 6 inches tall, then snip the leaves at the base.\nWant to learn more about familiars, spells, dreams, tarot, crystals, herbs, and much more?\nBecome a student of Wicca Academy today!\nCilantro, a.k.a. Mexican parsley, is an herb we often sprinkle over various soups, as well as bean, egg, and fish-based foods. The annual plant is a wonderful garden companion for tomatoes and spinach. Additionally, it goes well with basil, mint, and lavender, among other things.\nNow, cilantro contains an antimicrobial compound that could help us fight off infections and food poisoning. However, the real benefits of cilantro go beyond its culinary and medicinal uses. Namely, the seed of the cilantro plant, called Coriander, is an ingredient many Wiccans use for healing spells and even to attract love!\nIf you decide to keep it in a planter, you’ll have to put it near a southern window. While the herb appreciates sunlight, hot weather makes it bolt pretty quickly. Still, once you figure out the right placement for your cilantro, it’ll be a wonderful addition to your garden.\nDill is a fantastically flavorful herb to use in everyday cooking, particularly for soups, dips, and salads. It has numerous health benefits, such as promoting digestion, boosting immunity, and even reducing blood pressure and preventing diabetes. These attributes make it pretty useful for casting protection spells against diseases.\nBut the most popular use of dill as a spell casting ingredient is for love and lust spells. Since the herb is aligned with the element of fire and masculine energy, it’s also a useful ingredient for warding off evil magick and banishing spells.\nThe perennial herb should keep growing year-round, whether you plant it in a garden or keep it in a pot. However, you’ll want to figure out the size of the container based on the variety of dill you’re using. Above all, you’ll want to make sure the plant is getting plenty of direct sunlight. Do that, and your dill will not only enhance your spells but also help your garden thrive!\nMost people know exactly what lavender is used for. Whether you get it in dry form or as an essential oil, it’s generally considered to be an anxiety-relieving plant. As such, we can use it to attract serenity — but that’s not the only way to use lavender for spell casting.\nNamely, lavender can also help us purify and cleanse our tools and space. Additionally, it can enhance our clairvoyant abilities. It’s also a common ingredient used in love and attraction spells.\nThis herb is associated with the goddess Hecate, the sorceress Circe, and many other female deities. However, since it’s also connected to the planet Mercury, it has distinctly masculine energy.\nAbove all, lavender needs direct sunlight and fairly dry soil. If you keep it in a pot, make sure the moisture can drain away freely. That will help it bloom throughout the year. However, if it only gets sunlight and drainage during the summer season, that’s when it will bloom.\nMint is another wildly popular ingredient for spell casting. The plant’s name comes from the Greek Menthe, which was the name of a nymph that tried to seduce Hades. The nymph was subsequently turned into a plant by Persephone. That should explain why we still associate this herb with the King and Queen of the Underworld.\nOn its own, the herb is a natural remedy for stuffy noses and upset stomachs. It could even improve brain function and bring mental clarity. In Wicca, we use it for healing and purification, as well as to enhance psychic awareness.\nUnlike most of the herbs we’ve discussed so far, this perennial seems to fare best in wet soil. Its roots spread very quickly, so you might want to plant it in a container even if it’s in the ground or in your garden. Otherwise, in a few years you might have a garden completely full of mint! Still, mint will be a fantastic addition to your garden because it’s an effective insect repellent.\nOver the centuries, people have used pretty much every part of the mugwort plant to achieve various results. The root of the herb was said to boost energy, while the other parts were used to relieve digestive issues. Some of those uses have even made it into folk magick practices. For example, people might put mugwort leaves in their shoes before embarking on long journeys.\nIn Wiccan practices, we use the bushy perennial plant to enhance various psychic abilities. Aside from scrying and divination, mugwort can also help us get into the right state of mind for lucid dreaming.\nNotably, this plant is also known as Artemis Herb. That’s why we mainly associate it with Artemis or Diana. In any case, that’s what gives mugwort psychic properties that are perfect for practicing Lunar magick as well.\nWhile mugwort is pretty flexible, it should ideally get plenty of direct sunlight and well-draining soil. Because of that preference, you can easily plant the herb in a pot, as long as you move it to the sun.\nLike most herbs on this list, oregano requires direct sunlight and well-draining soil. As long as it has those things, you can grow it in your garden or in your kitchen. If you keep it in a garden, the plant should be quite an effective pest repellant. However, it’ll also attract beneficial insects that help with pollination.\nBelieve it or not, oregano shares some common associations with mugwort. For example, both are associated with the planet Venus. Additionally, both offer protection, particularly when traveling. On top of that, oregano can boost creativity and happiness, and even enhance prophetic dreams.\nRosemary is a hugely important spell casting ingredient for Wiccan practices. It’s great for protection, purification, and cleansing spells, as well as attracting honesty, fidelity, and happiness. Additionally, you can use rosemary to improve your memory — wearing it while you study will help you retain information.\nWith that being said, rosemary doesn’t seem to get along with other herbs. Apparently, sage is its only companion. So you might want to plant it near vegetables instead, if you get the chance. Alternatively, you can just keep it in a pot.\nAs an evergreen shrub, rosemary should do well in moderate climates, though it’ll thrive in sunlight. Thanks to its strong aroma, rosemary should be an effective insect repellent as well.\nSage is an excellent herb for cleansing and purifying our space and tools before performing rituals. Like juniper, lavender, mugwort, and rosemary, this herb is great for smudging. Of course, if you don’t like the smell of burning herbs, you can always make a cleansing spray instead.\nOther than its protective properties, sage also promotes wisdom, knowledge, and healing. It also enhances mental clarity and psychic power. On top of that, people have been using sage for its medicinal properties for centuries now.\nIf you don’t live in a humid climate, your sage will grow as a perennial. The plant should do well whether you keep it in a pot or you plant it in a garden. Just keep in mind that the only herb it seems to agree with is rosemary.\nSummer and Winter Savory are aromatic herbs that belong to the mint plant family. As such, they share some of the same medicinal benefits as mint. However, unlike mint, these herbs still prefer well-drained soil and direct sunlight. Both can be annual or perennial, depending on the conditions.\nThe best way to utilize savory herbs in Wiccan practices is to carry or wear them in pouches. According to Wicca, the savory plant enhances mental powers. So it’s great for improving clairvoyance or practicing divination.\nLast but not least, we have thyme. If you’re looking to attract the blessings of the Fair Folk, this is the perfect herb to plant in your garden. Of course, you can also put it in a clay pot, as long as you provide plenty of sun, heat, and soil drainage.\nThyme can help treat colds and maintain overall health — but then again, so can many of the other plants on our list. As for its magickal benefits, this herb is unrivaled! We can use it for beauty spells, to gather strength and courage, and enhance psychic power. Additionally, thyme is famous for protecting against evil spirits, so having a bush in your garden or home can summon positive energy.\nCultivating the Ultimate Wiccan Garden\nThe herbs we’ve listed above are a good place to begin building your garden. Don’t feel obligated to plant all of these, even just one in a planter is a great start! These herbs are hardly the only ones you might want to use for your rituals though. Furthermore, fresh ingredients aren’t a necessity for casting spells. Many of the ingredients we use for spell casting could already be in your pantry! Happy casting!\nLove this article? Share the magick with your friends and loved ones!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ycan.org.au/2020/06/ycan-climate-solutions-webinar-series-two/", "date": "2021-08-04T21:43:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046155188.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20210804205700-20210804235700-00165.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9448469877243042, "token_count": 201, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-31", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__234272604", "lang": "en", "text": "Webinar Two: Biochar for a Sustainable World\nIn June 2020 Dr Adrian Morphett from Earth Systems presented a free online webinar for the community. He covered how biochar is produced and about its economic, soil health and carbon sequestration benefits. This was the second online webinar in our Climate Solutions Series.\nMissed the Webinar?\nWednesday 17 June at 7.00pm (for approximately an hour with a Q&A after).\nVenue: Online via Zoom\nRegister on Eventbrite.\nBiochar is a form of stable carbon produced from organic matter that represents a practical, localised opportunity for carbon sequestration. It is also tremendously beneficial for soil health. Dr Morphett runs a facility on behalf of the nearby City of Manningham which produces biochar from the municipality’s green waste marketed under the brand Green Man Char.\nThis is the second in the YCAN Climate Solutions Webinar Series and you are most welcome to participate.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://plantifulwellness.com/?tag=quesadilla", "date": "2023-06-02T04:36:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648322.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602040003-20230602070003-00614.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9655534625053406, "token_count": 380, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__11046662", "lang": "en", "text": "What the heck is that plant? Is it beets? Is it spinach? No! It’s chard, or Swiss chard to which its often referred. This leafy green is one of the healthiest plants you can eat. It comes in green and white, green with yellow stalks, or the type I grow, green with beautiful red stalks. Foods belonging to the chenopod family—including beets, chard, spinach, and quinoa—continue to show an increasing number of health benefits not readily available from other food families. Containing powerful antioxidants and phytonutrients beneficial for all aspects of health, this amazing vegetable is an important component to the diet. And, it tastes great!\nI never knew what the heck to do with chard before I started growing my own. I grow it in my amazing aeroponic Tower Garden, which I absolutely love. I never had success with growing my own food before. The feeling of going out back to grab some homegrown chard, a few cucumbers, some kale and lettuce, or some strawberries, is like none other! I had read that chard was easy to grow so I bought the seedlings and in no time, I had these gorgeous, huge, green and red leaves ready to be eaten. The young, smaller leaves are good raw, but the mature leaves are too “green” tasting and bitter for me. I much prefer them cooked. The way I prepared them yesterday is my favorite so far. Up until then I had just steamed them, and eaten with a little sea salt and lemon juice, or added to pasta with marinara sauce. I’ve enjoyed all preparations, but this one is the winner so far.\n*gluten-free if you use gluten-free (i.e. brown rice) tortillas.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.universitycircle.org/newsroom/2012/07/16/epa-awards-grant-to-cleveland-botanical-garden-to-use-vacant-lots-to-protect-water-quality", "date": "2018-08-18T03:26:52Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221213264.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20180818021014-20180818041014-00679.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.902557373046875, "token_count": 240, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__213347045", "lang": "en", "text": "EPA Awards Grant to Cleveland Botanical Garden to Use Vacant Lots to Protect Water Quality\nPosted July 16, 2012 in Articles\nAuthor: US EPA\nThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $59,680 under its Urban Waters Small Grants program to the Cleveland Botanical Garden to improve vacant land in Cleveland neighborhoods and reduce stormwater runoffto Lake Erie and its tributaries.\n“EPA’s Urban Waters program provides grants to protect and improve water quality and revitalize urban areas,” said EPA Regional Administrator Susan Hedman. “This grant will help to improve water quality in Lake Erie and transform vacant lots in Cleveland neighborhoods.”\nThe Botanical Garden will cover 12 vacant lots with a mixture of dredge material, wood chips and compost, and plant low-maintenance groundcover. These efforts will improve soil nutrient levels, reduce lead toxicity in soil and reduce stormwater runoff. The deep roots of low-maintenance lawns absorb more water than regular grass and stabilize soil, preventing erosion. The improved appearance of the lots will help stabilize neighborhoods and reduce the city’s maintenance costs associated with mowing and caring for vacant urban land.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.vaultcoffee.us/products/ethiopia", "date": "2020-11-26T23:27:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141189030.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20201126230216-20201127020216-00298.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9268436431884766, "token_count": 277, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__206419612", "lang": "en", "text": "FLAVOR: Apricot, black tea, sweet, toast\nThis Washed Yirgacheffe Grade 2 Kanketi comes from smallholder farmers in the villages of Foggi and Negele Gorbitu in Abaya which borders the Gedeo Zone in Yirgacheffe. Coffee farming in Abaya started in the 1970s under the European Union's Coffee Improvement Program. Only in the last decade did farmers in Foggi and Negele Gorbitu start coffee production. Coffee from these villages have a bean structure and cup quality that reflect vigor of their youthful coffee trees.\nThis coffee was produced by Fikadu Abayneh Kebede whose mill serves approximately 400 smallholder farmers from the villages of Foggi and Negele Gorbitu. Fikadu started working in coffee over 15 years ago, under the supervision of his father; he established the wet mill in Foggi about 10 years ago. Fikadu's wet mill buys freshly harvested coffee cherries from local farmers for processing. The cherries are fermented in tanks for 36 hours before being washed. Afterwards the coffee goes through a natural drying process on raised beds over a period of a week. Post processing, coffees from Fikadu's mill are put up for sale through Kanketi Coffee Export.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://1050wfsc.com/blog/2012/08/20/ag-commissioner-wants-more-nc-corn/", "date": "2017-07-22T20:51:21Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549424148.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20170722202635-20170722222635-00591.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9499645233154297, "token_count": 178, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-30__0__103698468", "lang": "en", "text": "Ag Commissioner wants more NC corn\nHere in North Carolina, the state’s Agriculture Commissioner is calling on farmers in the Tarheel State to help meet more of the demand across the world for corn.\nAccording to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, over 96 million acres of corn was planted in the United States this year, but less than one percent was in North Carolina.\nCommissioner Troxler has challenged North Carolina farmers to come up with a certified 400 bushel per acre yield of corn.\nNorth Carolina corn farmers are forecasted to harvest about 114 bushels per acre this year, which up from last year and more than the 10-year average.\nTroxler’s request to see more corn produced in North Carolina comes on the heels of a drought in the Midwest that has devastated parts of the nation’s corn crop.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.ironlot.com/dictionary/underground-utility-terms-d-f/drip-irrigation-system/", "date": "2023-10-04T04:22:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511351.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004020329-20231004050329-00139.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9133086800575256, "token_count": 1601, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__312429644", "lang": "en", "text": "What is a Drip Irrigation System?\nDrip irrigation is an underground irrigation system that delivers water directly to the root zone of plants or crops, providing a controlled and efficient method of watering.\nKey Points About Drip Irrigation Systems:\n- Water Delivery: In a drip irrigation system, water is distributed through a network of pipes or tubing with small emitters or drippers spaced along the lines. The emitters release water in a slow, steady, and localized manner, allowing it to drip directly onto the soil surface near the plant roots.\n- Water Conservation: Drip irrigation is known for its water-saving capabilities. By delivering water directly to the root zone, it minimizes evaporation, runoff, and overspray, resulting in significant water conservation compared to traditional sprinkler systems. Drip irrigation can reduce water usage by 30-50% or more, making it an environmentally friendly and sustainable irrigation option.\n- Precise Watering: Drip irrigation provides precise control over water application. Each emitter or dripper releases a specific amount of water per unit of time, allowing for precise and uniform watering across the entire irrigation system. This precision ensures that plants receive the right amount of water, minimizing under-watering or over-watering issues.\n- Reduced Weed Growth: Drip irrigation targets the root zone of plants, delivering water directly to their base. By avoiding wetting the entire soil surface, drip irrigation helps suppress weed growth. This is because weed seeds require moisture for germination, and by keeping the soil surface dry, weed growth is inhibited.\n- Improved Plant Health: Drip irrigation promotes healthier plants by supplying water directly to the roots where it is needed most. By maintaining consistent soil moisture levels, plants can efficiently take up water and nutrients, leading to better growth, stronger root development, and improved overall plant health.\n- Reduced Disease and Pest Problems: Drip irrigation minimizes leaf wetting, which can reduce the risk of diseases caused by fungi and bacteria. By keeping the foliage dry, the chances of fungal diseases spreading are reduced. Additionally, the localized watering provided by drip irrigation can minimize conditions that attract certain pests.\n- Flexibility and Adaptability: Drip irrigation systems are versatile and adaptable to different landscapes, crops, or plant types. They can be designed to accommodate various soil types, slopes, and plant spacing. Drip irrigation can be used in gardens, agricultural fields, orchards, vineyards, or even for potted plants and container gardening.\n- Automation and Control: Drip irrigation systems can be automated and controlled using timers, sensors, or soil moisture monitoring devices. This allows for precise scheduling and optimization of irrigation cycles based on factors such as plant water requirements, weather conditions, or soil moisture levels. Automation ensures efficient water management and can help reduce labor and maintenance requirements.\n- Fertilizer and Nutrient Application: Some drip irrigation systems can also incorporate fertigation, which is the simultaneous application of water and fertilizers through the irrigation system. Fertigation allows for precise and controlled application of nutrients directly to the root zone, enhancing plant nutrition and reducing the need for separate fertilizer applications.\n- Cost Savings: While the initial installation cost of a drip irrigation system may be higher than traditional irrigation methods, it can result in long-term cost savings. Water savings, reduced labor, lower energy requirements, and improved plant health can contribute to overall cost efficiency and return on investment.\nDrip irrigation systems have gained popularity due to their efficiency, water conservation benefits, and ability to improve plant health. They offer a sustainable irrigation solution suitable for various applications, providing precise and targeted water delivery while minimizing water waste.\nAdditional Details About Drip Irrigation Systems:\n- System Components: A drip irrigation system consists of several components, including the main water source or supply, a filter to remove debris, pressure regulators to maintain consistent water pressure, distribution tubing or pipes, emitters or drippers to release water, fittings to connect the tubing and emitters, and optional valves and controllers for automation and control.\n- Emitter Types: Drip irrigation systems utilize different types of emitters or drippers to release water. Common emitter types include inline drippers, which are integrated into the distribution tubing, and individual emitters that can be installed directly onto the tubing at specific intervals. Emitters can vary in flow rates, allowing for customized water delivery based on the plant’s water requirements.\n- Distribution Methods: Drip irrigation systems can employ different distribution methods depending on the application and desired water distribution pattern. These methods include inline tubing, where the emitters are evenly spaced along the tubing’s length, and micro-sprinklers or micro-sprayers, which release water in a small spray pattern. The choice of distribution method depends on factors such as plant spacing, soil type, and water needs.\n- Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI): Subsurface drip irrigation is a specialized form of drip irrigation where the distribution tubing is buried below the soil surface. This method is particularly beneficial for row crops, orchards, and landscapes where a discreet or hidden irrigation system is desired. SDI minimizes water evaporation and provides more uniform water distribution.\n- Soil Moisture Monitoring: Soil moisture monitoring is an important aspect of drip irrigation systems. Various sensors and monitoring devices are available to measure soil moisture levels, allowing for precise irrigation scheduling. These devices can provide real-time data on soil moisture conditions, enabling irrigation to be triggered only when necessary, based on the plant’s water needs.\n- System Design and Layout: Drip irrigation systems require careful planning and design to ensure optimal water distribution and efficiency. Factors such as plant water requirements, soil type, slope, and spacing must be considered when determining the layout of the distribution tubing, emitter spacing, and flow rates. Proper system design helps ensure uniform water distribution and prevents over- or under-watering.\n- Maintenance and Operation: Regular maintenance is essential for the proper functioning of drip irrigation systems. This includes periodic inspection and cleaning of filters to prevent clogging, checking for damaged or clogged emitters, and ensuring proper water pressure and system operation. Routine maintenance helps maintain system efficiency, prolongs the life of components, and ensures consistent water delivery.\n- Crop Suitability: Drip irrigation is suitable for a wide range of crops, including vegetables, fruits, flowers, and ornamental plants. It can be adapted to different crop spacing and can accommodate irregularly shaped planting areas. Drip irrigation is particularly beneficial for plants with shallow roots or those that are sensitive to over-watering or foliar diseases.\n- Environmental Benefits: Drip irrigation systems offer several environmental benefits. They minimize water waste by delivering water directly to the root zone, reducing runoff and evaporation. By conserving water resources, drip irrigation contributes to water conservation efforts, particularly in areas with limited water availability. It also helps prevent soil erosion and nutrient leaching, as water is applied at a controlled rate.\n- Customization and Scalability: Drip irrigation systems can be customized and scaled to fit different landscapes or agricultural operations. They can be expanded or modified as needed to accommodate changes in planting areas, crop types, or water requirements. Drip irrigation allows for flexibility in irrigation management and can be tailored to specific site conditions and plant needs.\nDrip irrigation systems offer a highly efficient and precise method of delivering water to plants while minimizing water waste. With proper design, installation, and maintenance, they can provide significant water savings, improved plant health, and environmental benefits. Drip irrigation systems are adaptable to various applications and can be customized to meet specific crop and landscape requirements. They offer a sustainable and effective solution for irrigation, promoting efficient water use and supporting healthy plant growth.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.savaliyaexports.co.in/black-mustard-seeds.htm", "date": "2021-09-27T21:59:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780058552.54/warc/CC-MAIN-20210927211955-20210928001955-00151.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8159770965576172, "token_count": 127, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__71026441", "lang": "en", "text": "|Type||Black Mustard Seeds|\n|Shelf Life||2 Years|\n|Packaging Type||Jute Bag, Plastic Bag|\n|Packaging Size||15-20kg, 20-25kg|\nBlack Mustard Seeds are the small round seeds of various mustard plants. The seeds are usually about 1 or 2 mm in diameter. Mustard seeds may be colored from yellowish white to black. They are important spices in many regional foods. The seeds can come from three different plants: black mustard (Brassica nigra), brown Indian mustard (B. juncea), and white mustard.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://troublespots.smartencyclopedia.eu/2022/07/21/russia-and-ukraine-sign-grain-export-deal-on-friday/", "date": "2023-01-29T12:44:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499713.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20230129112153-20230129142153-00277.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9636980891227722, "token_count": 800, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-06", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__146967482", "lang": "en", "text": "UN Secretary-General will be in Turkey this Thursday.\nRussia and Ukraine will sign the agreement on the export of cereals on Friday, according to a Turkish government source, quoted by Agence France-Presse.\nThe announcement comes a day after Turkey’s president said he wanted a written deal later this week.\n“The signing ceremony of the grain shipment agreement, which will be attended by [Turkish] President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and UN Secretary-General António Guterres, will be signed tomorrow at 4:30 pm [2:30 pm in Lisbon] at the Dolmabahçe Palace, with the participation of Ukraine and Russia”, notes the text.\nThe agreement was expected this week\n“An agreement began to emerge last week during talks in Istanbul last week. Now, we want this agreement to be in writing,” reads a statement issued by the official’s office on Wednesday, quoted by Jazeera. “Hopefully it will be ready in the next few days,” said Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.\nIn addition to the statements made by the Turkish leader, the Kremlin also showed on Wednesday some willingness to sign the agreement.\n“Yesterday [Tuesday] we sent a signal to the (UN) Secretary General saying, here it is, this is your initiative, let’s make a decision on the Ukrainians, then on the Russians,” said the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov.\nEarlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin had already made a similar request.\n“We will facilitate the export of Ukrainian cereals, but on the basis of the lifting of all restrictions related to air deliveries for the export of Russian cereals,” said the Russian head of state, on a same-day visit to Tehran, Iran.\nGuterres on his way to Turkey\nThe secretary-general of the United Nations, who is also involved in the negotiations, is traveling to Turkey this Thursday, according to a spokesman for the organization.\nThe information was given before the signing of the agreement was known, but the spokesman said that Guterres “travels to Istanbul as part of his efforts to ensure full global access to Ukrainian food and Russian food and fertilizer.” The official excluded, on the other hand, that a future agreement could include any relief from international sanctions imposed on Russia following the invasion of Ukraine, which began on February 24.\nFarhan Haq stressed that “this is not an agreement between two parties, Russia and Ukraine, it is an agreement for the whole world”, since “hundreds of thousands, maybe millions of human lives could be saved” if the agreement is signed it’s applied.\nThe representative did not specify how long it would take to transport Ukrainian grain held in Black Sea ports via negotiated routes, but stressed that the UN and “other parties” are working to ensure that this is done “as soon as possible”.\nEarlier this week, the Turkish president had talked about the possibility of the parties involved – Ukraine, Russia, Turkey, and the United Nations – reaching an agreement in the coming days, which happened.\nIstanbul hosted last week a meeting of military experts from Russia, Ukraine, and Turkey and UN representatives to try to unblock the export of Russian and Ukrainian grain held back due to the war in Ukraine and to avoid a global food crisis.\nTogether, according to the British magazine The Economist, Ukraine and Russia supply 28% of the world’s wheat, 29% of barley, 15% of corn, and 75% of sunflower oil.\nRussian grain and fertilizer exports have been affected by Western sanctions on Russian logistics and financial chains.\nRussia is a key fertilizer exporter. In 2021, the country was the world’s leading exporter of nitrogen fertilizers and the second largest supplier of potassium and phosphorus fertilizers.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://wireofinformation.wordpress.com/2010/12/24/diy-underground-greenhouse-the-walipini-warm-place-from-the-bolivian-highlands/", "date": "2017-03-24T15:56:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218188213.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212948-00129-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8539141416549683, "token_count": 180, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-13", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__315812864", "lang": "en", "text": "DIY Underground Greenhouse: The Walipini “Warm Place” From The Bolivian Highlands\nThe Walipini (underground or pit greenhouse) in this pdf is designed specifically for the area of La Paz, Bolivia. However, the principles explained make it possible to build the Walipini in a wide variety of geographic and climatic conditions.\nThe word ‟Walipini” comes from the Aymara Indian language and means ‟place of warmth”. The Walipini utilizes Nature’s resources to provide a warm, stable, well-lit environment for year-round vegetable production. Locating the growing area 6’- 8’ underground and capturing and storing daytime solar radiation are the most important principles in building a successful Walipini.\nDownload plans: DIY Underground Greenhouse: The Walipini From Bolivia", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://theemptyquarter.com/show-item/coffee-the-people-behind-your-cup/", "date": "2021-04-11T04:32:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038060927.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20210411030031-20210411060031-00417.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9669809341430664, "token_count": 432, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__199792451", "lang": "en", "text": "Two billion cups of coffee are drank daily around the world, and it has become a part of our daily life, culture and expression. A cup of coffee facilitates communication, allows us to share moments with friends, colleagues and even strangers. For many of us, coffee is our morning partner, the one that gives us the much needed strength to start the day, or even go the extra mile at night when we strive to stay sharp and focused. However, very few of us have really ever seen where the coffee journey begins.\nGuatemala is known for producing one of the world’s best coffees. What makes its coffee so special is Guatemala’s high altitudes, rich soils and over 300 different micro climates.\nStill, what Mathieu Hutin really discovered during the years he spent in Guatemala, was revealing: what trully makes Guatemalan coffee so special is the dedication, energy and passion its people put into growing and harvesting their beans.\nGuatemala is a country of strong contrasts and extreme diversity in many aspects, including socially and culturally. This beautiful diversity made it difficult for Mathieu to find a common story to describe Guatemala, until he discovered the coffee community and their story.\nCoffee is grown in almost all the regions of Guatemala. It is part of everyday life for millions; some travel hundreds of kilometers with their families over the course of the harvest season, others inherit and transmit their knowledge and passion from one generation to another. Today Guatemala has over 125,000 coffee producers. These producers spend the entire year looking after their coffee plants, to sell every single bean at the end of the harvest season. For many, coffee is the main -if not the only source of income. Unlike us, they will never enjoy the taste of their coffee, nor will they ever experience the vast diversity of Guatemalan coffee.\nThrough his work, Mathieu celebrates and show his respect to the hard manual work behind the various stages of growing coffee. His photography highlights the beauty of human diversity and resilience in a world that pushes us into becoming ever more homogeneous and identical, forcing us to lose or identity.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lakesideleader.com/core-funding-for-ag-societies-maintained-says-government/", "date": "2020-05-25T15:11:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347388758.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20200525130036-20200525160036-00211.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9489754438400269, "token_count": 185, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__173927250", "lang": "en", "text": "From the High Prairie South Peace News\nLocal agricultural societies and rural utilities will get continued funding and support from the provincial government. This news comes from Agriculture and Forestry Minister Devin Dreeshen.\n“With a difficult harvest, farmers can at least bank on a government that supports them,” said Dreeshen in a Nov. 7 news release. “The Alberta government is committed to funding important rural initiatives.”\nCore annual funding for agricultural societies is being maintained at $11.5 million. Ag societies operate more than 700 facilities across the province, including hockey and curling rinks, community halls and facilities that serve rodeos, fairs, farmers markets, 4-H clubs, ag and safety education.\nIn the release, the ministry says engagements with farmers will take place over the winter, “to determine their research priorities and then programs will be built to support them.”", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://knownvalley.com/best-raised-planter-ideas-small-yards/2/", "date": "2017-06-25T17:24:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128320545.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20170625170634-20170625190634-00214.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9234236478805542, "token_count": 168, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__16676431", "lang": "en", "text": "This Green Fences’ 48 x 48 in. raised garden bed is perfect for those looking to add a pot which doesn’t take up too much space in their gardens. Made from chemical-free rot- and insect-resistant cedar wood, it is just what you need to provide a durable and healthy environment for your plants and vegetables. This raised garden is quite easy to set up and requires no tools whatsoever with the side boards sliding into the corner posts to form a secure garden frame. The corner posts have decorative tops which can be easily installed using a screwdriver. Stacking them will make them ever taller (12-16 in.) if it’s a deeper garden box you are looking for.\nGrab it here: Greenes Fence 48-Inch x 48-Inch Cedar Raised Garden Bed", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://3kingscherries.co.nz", "date": "2024-04-23T20:02:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818740.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423192952-20240423222952-00376.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9260606169700623, "token_count": 217, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__109840693", "lang": "en", "text": "Premium Clyde Valley Cherries\nOur history, our family, our quality. Shared with you.\nWelcome to 3 Kings Cherries\nProudly growing and exporting New Zealand's most delicious cherries.\n100 Years in the making...\nIn the heart of Central Otago lies the Clyde Valley. The Paulin family have been farming cherries in the Clyde Valley for the past 100 years. Steeped in rich gold mining and fruit production history, this region produces the best cherries in the world.\nThe Paulin family has been growing in Central Otago for more than 100 years. Always in sight of the Cromwell Gorge, and always in sight of the '3 Kings' rock formation.\n3 Kings Cherries Growers have more than 100 years of growing heritage and expertise\nWith the best of seasons come the best of cherries\nEach season our growers and pack house review the best of the best of our cherries to assess whether they qualify for our premium reserve range. These are incredibly special and very rare!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://ddpr.biz/uncategorized/banana-brand-nets-bunch-of-awards/", "date": "2020-02-28T11:43:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875147154.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20200228104413-20200228134413-00157.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9728596210479736, "token_count": 468, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__148454007", "lang": "en", "text": "Banana brand nets bunch of awards\nCeinconsa SA, growers of BanaBay bananas, the new brand launched earlier this year, have netted an impressive two places in the hotly contested ‘Banana King’ competition, which is held each year in Ecuador – a country recognised worldwide for producing premium quality bananas.\nCompeting with over 30 established plantations for five winning positions, BanaBay premium bananas were judged on both size and quality. After a thorough examination of each plantation’s entry, the judges announced the winners, including both third and fourth position for BanaBay producers Ceinconsa.\nPlantation director Danilo Serrano was extremely pleased with the result, “We were up against plantations widely known as the best in Ecuador, so the pressure was really on,” he said. “We’re extremely happy to have achieved both third and fourth place – out of five positions on the podium, our BanaBay bananas were on two! It was great to have the quality of our fruit recognized in this way by the industry.”\nSince BanaBay bananas were introduced into the UK just nine months ago, the new brand has gone from strength to strength, with a million BanaBay bananas transported a week, not only supplying the UK, but also being importing into Ireland, The Netherlands, Egypt and, most recently, New Zealand.\nManaging Director Mark O’Sullivan believes the brand’s success is due to the premium quality of the produce, but also the direct sourcing opportunity created by the company’s 50% Ecuadorian and 50% UK ownership, which means customers enjoy the benefits of shorter, more flexible supply chains and can have confidence in reliability of supply.\n“Our success in this Ecuadorian competition confirms what we already know – our bananas are top quality,” he says. “Feedback from the marketplace confirms people love both the look and the taste of our bananas – and clearly the judges agreed!”\nBanaBay bananas are grown on extensive, ethically managed plantations, harvested and shipped all over the world. The growers have built a reputation for quality over the last thirty years; currently they hold GlobalGAP certification and shortly will be FairTrade and Organic Fair Trade accredited.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.enviroselects.com/FIESTA-2-x-30-gal-Drum-FREE-SHIPPING_p_14804.html", "date": "2021-04-12T07:40:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038066613.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20210412053559-20210412083559-00533.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9060112833976746, "token_count": 500, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__276238616", "lang": "en", "text": "note: FIESTA is not currently available in the following states - Hawaii, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Wyoming, North Dakota.\nFIESTA is a new Iron-based selective bio-herbicide with low toxicity that controls weeds, moss & algae on commercial and residential lawns, golf courses, parks, rights of way, schools and playgrounds.\nFIESTA is a selective broadleaf bio-herbicide that works quickly, even in cool weather and is rainfast in 3 hours.\nThis effective organic weed killer's mode of action is to cause iron toxicity (oxidative damage) at the cellular level. Fiesta is quickly absorbed by the leaf tissue and transported down to the root. Toxicity of the contacted leaf tissue cells also occurs turning the leaves black or brown.\nBroadleaf weeds (dicots) absorb more iron than grasses (monocots) which provides the mechanism of selectivity. For this reason, adequate coverage is important.\nFIESTA controls and suppresses weeds such as:\nMix 1 part FIESTA with 24 parts water (5 oz. To 1 gallon)\nBroadcast Treatment: Apply the mixed solution at a rate of 2.5-10 gallons/1000 ft2. Uniform coverage is important.\nSpot Treatment: Thoroughly spray weeds to point of runoff using any standard hand-held or backpack sprayer. Use a coarse nozzle setting to reduce drift.\nRepeat treatment in 3 to 4 weeks for best results.\nFrequently Asked Questions\nQ. How quickly can I expect to see the results of an application of FIESTA to the weeds?A. FIESTA works quickly. You can expect to see dying weeds within a few hours of application. Treated weeds, moss or algae will turn brown or black. Occasionally grass leaf blades can darken after treatment, however the grass will recover within a few days to weeks.\nQ. When are the best times to apply FIESTA to turf weeds?A. Best results are obtained when applied in the Spring or Fall when environmental conditions are cool and there is ample moisture. Apply FIESTA on days when daytime temperature will not exceed 85deg F. And rainfall is not expected within 3 hours of application.\nQ. Are there any applications that FIESTA is not recommended for use?A. Yes, FIESTA should not be applied to bentgrass or dichondra.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.designbyatticus.com/most-efficient-push-mowers-for-your-lawn/", "date": "2022-11-28T20:43:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-49/segments/1669446710662.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20221128203656-20221128233656-00700.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9367662072181702, "token_count": 730, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-49__0__5834039", "lang": "en", "text": "To keep the lawn looking perfectly, you have to mow the grass periodically. For this task, you should use a great and efficient push lawn mower that can provide with the best results while offering comfort in use. On bestlawnmowers.reviews, we found some very helpful reviews of the best-rated lawn mowers, which helped us narrow down our options to three of the best units. For even more models to choose from, the Bestlawnmowers.reviews comparison is at your service with detailed reviews of various lawn mowers from various categories . If you want to find out which are the most efficient push mowers that you can use for your lawn, read the following lines. No matter the model that you choose, you will surely end up with a quality machine that will last you for years.\nThe Husqvarna HU725AWD push gas lawn mower can be yours for the price of $450. The all-wheel drive of this model makes it efficient even when it’s faced with handling a hilly terrain. It’s ideal for large lawns. The cutting swath of the HU725AWD measures 22 inches. It uses a 160cc 4 HP Honda GCV160 motor to offer great power. The cutting deck is durable due to the fact that it’s made from steel. The cutting methods provided by this model are collect, mulch, and side ejection. The collection bag can handle 2.2 cubic feet of grass. The cutting height can be adjusted between 1.25 inches and 3.42 inches. It comes with 5 height increments that you can choose from. It features a soft grip for comfort in use. The front wheel measures 8 inches and the rear wheel measures 12 inches. It weighs only 66 pounds, which makes it easily maneuverable. Also, it comes with a useful 3-year warranty.\nCub Cadet SC 500 HW\nThe Cub Cadet SC 500 HW push gas lawn mower can be purchased for the price of $430. It’s one of the most mobile lawn mowers on the market due to the adjustable self-propulsion drive. It can perfectly handle large lawns that are filled with obstacles. It uses a 159cc Cub Cadet OHV motor to provide with amazing power. It has a 21-inch cutting deck. The cutting height can be adjusted by choosing one of the 6 positions that the model offers and that range between 1.25 inches and 3.75 inches. It weighs approximately 90 pounds. It comes with a 3-year warranty. It offers the useful deck wash feature due to its SmartJet high-pressure deck washing system. In addition, it offers 3 cutting options that include bag, mulch, and side discharge.\nHonda HRX 217VKA\nFor the price of $600 you can ride behind the Honda HRX 217VKA gas lawn mower the next time you have to mow your lawn. This amazing model uses a powerful Honda GCV190 motor to operate. It provides with a generous cutting width of 21 inches. The material from which the desk is made is NeXite. The mowing height ranges between 3/4 inches and 4 inches and it offers 7000 mowing height adjustments. It can reach the maximum speed of 3.6 MPH. It uses 9-inch plastic wheels. It comes with a standard bag that has the capacity of 2500 bushels. It backed up by an impressive 5-year warranty. Also, it weighs around 90 pounds.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://creve-coeur.org/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2019&month=9&day=21&CID=14,29,28,25,22", "date": "2020-01-22T08:24:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250606872.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20200122071919-20200122100919-00521.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8829817771911621, "token_count": 203, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__13740616", "lang": "en", "text": "Create an Account - Increase your productivity, customize your experience, and engage in information you care about.\nSeptember 21, 2019, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ American Legion (behind Bristol Seafood Grill)\nThe Creve Coeur Farmer’s Market kicks off its sixth summer season in May. Shop the market for a variety of fresh, regionally produced fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, honey, flowers, plants and art. Products may vary each week, so look to future newsletters and the Farmer’s Market Facebook page, www.facebook.com/crevecoeurmarket or www.crevecoeurmo.gov/market for updated information.\n***Community Plant Swap - September 21 ***\nBring a plant from your own yard to the Community Plant Swap and trade it in for something different! Please be sure to not bring any invasive plants. A list of invasive plants is available at www.crevecoeurmo.gov/landscapeguide.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://michiganurbangreens.com/", "date": "2022-08-14T22:31:38Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572077.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20220814204141-20220814234141-00663.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9417806267738342, "token_count": 348, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__189738274", "lang": "en", "text": "Welcome to Michigan Urban Greens\nWe specialize in healthy, nutritious Microgreens and Wheatgrass. All our products are grown using organic methods and are never sprayed with any kind of pesticide or chemicals. If you would like to receive microgreens on a weekly basis, you can sign up for a Delivery Subscription. There is no additional cost to sign up! If you are new to microgreens check out our best-selling Sunshine Sampler!\nWhat are Microgreens?\nMicrogreens are the tender immature seedlings of edible vegetables and herbs. They have two developed embryonic leaves called cotyledon leaves. When the cotyledon leaves have fully developed, and the first true leaves have emerged, usually between 7 to 14 days, these immature seedlings become microgreens and are harvested. They measure between 1 to 3 inches in height, pea shoots usually grow to be 8 inches tall. Microgreens are small, but come in a variety of strong flavors, bright colors, and crunchy tastes, and are packed with nutrients.\nThere are hundreds of options for microgreens. Almost any vegetable or herb you can eat can be enjoyed as a microgreen. Our farm grows Sunflower, Broccoli, Radish, Zesty or Mild mixes, and Sweet Pea.\nMicrogreens are packed with nutrients\nIn a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, it was discovered that microgreens contained between 4 to 40 times more nutrients by weight than their fully grown counterparts. In addition, broccoli, kale, and red cabbage Microgreens, shows remarkably high concentrations of sulforaphane, scientifically shown to have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://nygossipgirl.com/balkan-turkish-tobaccos-making-a-comeback/", "date": "2022-01-24T16:17:29Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304572.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20220124155118-20220124185118-00112.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9806972146034241, "token_count": 701, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__202974093", "lang": "en", "text": "With a lengthy history that is second to few other products, the growth, spread and use of tobacco throughout the world has been a major factor in trade since its first being observed by Europeans in the Americas. As was the case among the native tribes, the tobacco plant was soon used in a broad range of applications from patent medicines that claimed miraculous cures for virtually any ailment to the more familiar methods of ingestion including chewing, inhalation as snuff and in smoking. Both in Europe and America the methods of\ntaking tobacco that were reserved for society’s aristocrats quickly became often a source of ridicule. Even then, many thought tobacco, like the potato, to be the work of the devil.\nHowever used, the earlier tobaccos all sprang from American stock. Initially, there was one variety that was grown by the North American Indians that was the first to be transported to England and Portugal and another that was grown by those from Mexico to South America that was taken to Spain and France. Later, John Rolfe used the second variety from the seed juul pods dubai obtained from the larger leaved “Spanish” variety to serve as the foundation for Virginia tobacco growing.\nSince that time the spread of tobacco’s influence and ease of propagation drove the development of many varieties around the world, each suited to unique climates and the local preferences for curing, processing and ingestion. As tobacco crossed the Atlantic from the Americas and was popularized in Spain, England and France, its spread reached to Germany, Russia and then the Baltic countries as each region and nationality introduced their own preferences as well as requirements for cultivation such as those driven by the climate, the local soil characteristics and terrain.\nToday, most tobaccos may be categorized as either Virginia, Burley, or Turkish, but all have roots tracing back to the original Nicoteana Tabacam of Mexico and South America. In fact, the world’s most popular tobacco which is generally known as Virginia Bright Leaf was the result of an accident in curing during 1839 White Burley of today didn’t arrive on the scene until 1864.\nWhile tobacco was introduced into Turkey and Poland around 1585, its use was sufficient to result in torture and execution throughout Russia, Turkey, Persia, India and the east. Though cigarettes were making themselves known in Europe by 1915, it was not until the Crimean War in 1856 that Turkish, English, French and Italian soldiers took the popular Turkish tobacco cigarettes home with them.\nIn truth, the name “Turkish” tobacco is something of a misnomer as many of the seed stocks of Turkish Tobacco actually originated in towns in Greece. However, the name was popularized as referring to those countries that were within the Ottoman Turkish empire, many of which were long a part of the Soviet Union. Today, much of the region is referred to as Balkan.\nBy any name, Turkish tobaccos have long been regarded as among the world’s finest, adding a richness, spice, and smoothness that, when properly blended, transports a great Virginia into a blend in the realm of the sublime. Sadly, the great Turkish/Balkan tobaccos had virtually disappeared in the western world, leaving mediocre, lesser grades and varieties that for decades left smokers associating Turkish blends with tobaccos that were hot, heavy, harsh, pungent and loaded with nicotine, all attributes of an inferior product.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://portofmorrow.com/article/feldon-favors-win-win-solutions-safe-drinking-water", "date": "2024-04-19T04:59:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817289.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419043820-20240419073820-00071.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9283534288406372, "token_count": 319, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__201633899", "lang": "en", "text": "In an interview with Pat Dooris of KGW-TV, DEQ Director Leah Feldon described an immediate ban on winter land application of industrial wastewater by the Port of Morrow as a “lose-lose” proposition. Feldon said resulting plant closures would have a significant economic impact with no significant effect on safe drinking water in the Lower Umatilla Basin.\nFeldon said she is looking for “win-win” solutions that result in safe drinking water, as well as upgrade the Port’s wastewater treatment system to control nitrate levels in reused water for irrigation and larger lagoon storage capacity to avoid winter land application.\nDuring the interview, Feldon reiterated the Port is only a small contributor to the Basin’s longstanding water quality issues. Feldon also said the Port for the last two years has limited winter land application of wastewater to “low risk” irrigation circles. Winter land application of Port wastewater will be banned in 2026.\nWinter irrigation with wastewater is problematic, she explained, because crops don’t absorb as much nitrogen as they do during the growing season.\nPort wastewater treatment improvements will cost around $500 million. Anaerobic digesters are already completed. Construction on secondary water treatment and storage lagoons will start this summer.\nYou can watch the entire Feldon interview at https://youtu.be/nqfLvF7yCc8?list=PLP1SbsVYy04xMBTwAu1zlzZ233qnmS8aG", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://perfection.com.au/", "date": "2016-08-24T06:38:30Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-36/segments/1471982291143.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20160823195811-00250-ip-10-153-172-175.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9080893397331238, "token_count": 225, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-36", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-36__0__43715650", "lang": "en", "text": "In season for Autumn\nAs the urge for warm soups, laksas and comfort food hits, our winter recipe collection will be featuring Baby Brussels sprouts, Vine Sweet Minicaps®, Treviso™ radicchio, Broccolini®, Figs and Blueberries.\nFigs are among the oldest, sweetest and tastiest of fruits. Delicate La Bella Figura® figs have a deep purple outer skin and pink, soft, satiny flesh dotted with crunchy seeds.\nCalypso® Mangoes have a firmer flesh and juicier cheek that is perfectly suited to use in salads, grilled on the barbecue, even cooked lightly on the stove or in the oven. This versatility means you can include that mango flavour you love in your favourite recipes.\nBaby Brussels sprouts\nBaby Brussels sprouts have been specially bred for their size and shape and are about half the size of their regular cousins. Up to 50 sprouts at a time grow around stalks reaching up to a metre. Once each sprout reaches 25mm in diameter, the stalks are harvested.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://woodenspoon.org.uk/2017/04/06/joseph-norton-academy-wooden-spoon-farm-opens-yorkshire/", "date": "2024-04-12T15:00:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816024.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412132154-20240412162154-00222.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.957159698009491, "token_count": 305, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__10095373", "lang": "en", "text": "Joseph Norton Academy Wooden Spoon Farm Opens in Yorkshire\nSATURDAY April 1st saw the opening of the Joseph Norton Academy Wooden Spoon Farm, in Scissett, Huddersfield.\nWooden Spoon Yorkshire Committee attended the opening of this fantastic project and the opening was also attended by parents, teachers and representatives of Kirklees Council. Wooden Spoon Yorkshire Region chairman Stuart Watson cut the ribbon to declare the project open, following which the farm manager gave a tour of the superb new facilities.\nWith the backing of Wooden Spoon Yorkshire the school has taken a run down garden area and transformed it into a mini farm.\nA refurbished polytunnel and raised beds give the pupils the chance to grow their own food. Alongside this, the pigmy goats, chickens and rabbits help them enjoy the wonderful experience of animal husbandry. A pig enclosure has also been built, but a yew tree and its poisonous leaves need to be removed before pigs can be brought onto the farm.\nThe school is the areas only special school catering for pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health difficulties. As the head explained, the farm helps the pupils develop a sense of responsibility and empathy, improves their confidence and their ability to build relationships and work together. All in all an inspiring project for all involved.\nStuart Watson commended this as a project that Wooden Spoon members can be proud of for many years to come as it makes a big difference to the education and well-being of the pupils at the school.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.kekeisso.com/view1-6.html", "date": "2020-07-08T14:22:46Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655897027.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20200708124912-20200708154912-00022.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9481768012046814, "token_count": 366, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-29", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__212654075", "lang": "en", "text": "In order to accelerate the resolution of the serious problem of post-production losses of agricultural products in China and comprehensively implement the subsidy policy for agricultural products' preliminary processing facilities, the \"Notice on the Implementation of the Primary Processing of Agricultural Products in 2014\" issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Finance has been officially released recently. Among them, the subsidy standard for drying facilities is 30%, which will greatly promote the application and expansion of heat pump drying, and will also further promote the development of the air energy heat pump industry.\nIn recent years, as the demand for agricultural and sideline products in China has become more and more clear, the role of dryer equipment in the industry has also become greater. As a new and energy-saving new technology, air energy can largely solve the problems of low traditional drying efficiency and high drying cost. Taking Tongyi Air Energy's high-temperature heat pump dryer as an example, it has the advantages of energy saving, emission reduction, safety and environmental protection, good drying effect, high efficiency and energy saving, low operating costs, labor cost savings and wide range of use, etc. .\nAt present, air energy heat pump drying is gradually applied in many industries. Tongyi Air Energy is a leading brand in the air energy industry. Its high-temperature heat pump dryer has been widely used in tobacco drying, fruit and vegetable drying, medicinal material drying, seafood drying, wax product drying, betel nut drying, etc. , Praised by the majority of users. Under the dual favorable effects of policy tilt and changes in citizens' consumption concepts, air-energy heat pump dryers will usher in an unprecedented opportunity for development, which will not only benefit consumers, but also play a significant role in energy conservation and emission reduction. The driving role.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cinemagic.org.uk/event/cinemagic-belfast-the-biggest-little-farm/", "date": "2019-09-18T10:07:10Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514573264.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20190918085827-20190918111827-00007.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8629956841468811, "token_count": 282, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__90961060", "lang": "en", "text": "The Biggest Little Farm chronicles the eight-year quest of John and Molly Chester as they trade city living for 200 acres of barren farmland and a dream to harvest in harmony with nature.\nThrough dogged perseverance and embracing the opportunity provided by nature’s conflicts, the Chester’s unlock and uncover a biodiverse design for living that exists far beyond their farm, its seasons, and our wildest imagination. Featuring breath taking cinematography, captivating animals, and an urgent message to heed Mother Nature’s call, The Biggest Little Farm provides us all a vital blueprint for better living and a healthier planet.\nDir: John Chester – USA – 2018 – 91 mins – Cert: PG – in English\nBefore the screening we will have a delicious harvest farm foods ‘pop-up’ shop in the QFT foyer where you can purchase fresh foods to enjoy during the screening.\n- Ticket price: GENERAL ADMISSION - £5.00 + £0.50 Booking fee = £5.50/CONCESSIONS - £4.00 + £0.40 Booking fee = £4.40\nWhen & Where\n- From:Oct 6, 2019,02:00 PM\n- To:Oct 6, 2019,03:30 PM\nQueens Film Theatre\n20 University Square, BT7 1PA, belfast.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://wallinside.com/post-534577-all-the-air-ndash-cathodes.html", "date": "2017-11-23T02:45:26Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806715.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20171123012207-20171123032207-00646.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8941424489021301, "token_count": 286, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__203565207", "lang": "en", "text": "All the air ndash cathodes\nThe genus Methanosaeta represented the more predominant acetoclastic methanogen than the genus Methanosarcina in the 10th-round culture, possibly due to the concentration of acetate as the substrate. The MI-773 (SAR405838) Methanosaeta and Methanosarcina become predominant at acetate concentrations of below 100–150 mg COD/L, corresponding to 1.7–2.5 mM, and above 250–500 mg COD/L, corresponding to 4.2–8.4 mM, respectively ( De Vrieze et al., 2012). In this study, the period of exposure to the latter high concentrations of acetate changed during the cultivation as follows: above 7.4 mM between 2 and 17 days during the 20-day cultivation period in the first round of cultivation ( Fig. 2a); above 4.5 mM for all of the 12-day cultivation period in the third round of cultivation ( Fig. 2b), and temporary exposure to above 17 mM at 8 and 16 h in the 10th round of cultivation ( Fig. 2c). These results indicate that the period of exposure to high concentrations of acetate became shortened. The shortened period of exposure to high concentrations of acetate may facilitate the cultivation of an acetoclastic methanogenic community with Methanosaeta as the predominant genus.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://eng.tpo.ir/index.aspx?fkeyid=&siteid=5&pageid=1904&page=5", "date": "2017-04-24T01:31:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917118950.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031158-00585-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9235191941261292, "token_count": 94, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__123988179", "lang": "en", "text": "14 Jan. 2017 - Iran, Italy set up joint venture to grow agricultural products\nThe Italian company Nature SRL and the Iranian company UPRO have set up a joint venture under the name UPRO NATURE. The goal of the joint venture is to grow products that comply with the quality standards of European target markets. It aims to meet these standards by combining Iranian resources with Italian modern technology.\n| 13:53 - 14/01/2017||More >>|", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://fa.wikipedia.org/wiki/%DA%A9%D9%84%D8%B3%DB%8C%D9%85_%D9%BE%D8%B1%D8%A7%DA%A9%D8%B3%DB%8C%D8%AF?match=en", "date": "2019-12-14T02:41:48Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-51/segments/1575540579703.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20191214014220-20191214042220-00526.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8878068923950195, "token_count": 206, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-51__0__48009011", "lang": "en", "text": "Calcium peroxide or calcium dioxide is the inorganic compound with the formula CaO2. It is the peroxide (O22−) salt of Ca2+. Commercial samples can be yellowish, but the pure compound is white. It is almost insoluble in water.\nStructure and stability\nIt is mainly used as an oxidant to enhance the extraction of precious metals from their ores. In its second main application, it is used as a food additive under the E number E930 it is used as flour bleaching agent and improving agent.\nIn agriculture it is used in the presowing treatments of rice seed. Also, calcium peroxide has found use in the aquaculture to oxygenate and disinfect water. In the ecological restoration industry it is used in the treatment of soils. Calcium peroxide is used in a similar manner to magnesium peroxide for environmental restoration programs. It is used to restore soil and groundwater contaminated with petroleum by the process of enhanced in-situ bioremediation.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://captainblankenship.com/pages/ingredients", "date": "2023-11-30T04:12:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100164.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130031610-20231130061610-00592.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.91553795337677, "token_count": 211, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__241746204", "lang": "en", "text": "Into The Wild\nFrom the sun-drenched hills of Southern California, heading north to the remote regions of British Columbia, and across the wild sea to the warmth of Sri Lanka - we have searched the globe seeking the natural world’s most unadulterated and sustainable ingredients, selecting those with abundant, time-tested benefits for both hair and scalp health.\nWe intentionally source ingredients grown with sustainable farming practices. We choose to formulate with plants and minerals that have been used by cultures throughout time for their healing and beneficial qualities for scalp and hair health. We do not use rare or trendy ingredients, and avoid contributing to over harvesting and unsustainable farming practices.\nEach botanical is carefully harvested, consciously produced, and meticulously preserved from the moment it leaves the earth to the time it lands in Captain Blankenship’s bottles.\nConsciously Sourced Ingredients\nEvery ingredient we select is grown and extracted from locations where they thrive, using methods that consider the earth, and its people, first. Hover to learn more.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://www.courtney.ca/news.php?rekorb=caltd&password=valued&document=2322agrifood.php", "date": "2018-12-14T12:31:51Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376825728.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20181214114739-20181214140239-00313.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.914670467376709, "token_count": 340, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-51", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__23883593", "lang": "en", "text": "Courtney Agencies Ltd. provides a weekly industry news update to its clients.\nPlease click here to receive this update by email.\nAugust 14, 2018\nThe EU is the largest global exporter and importer of agri-food products\nWith an agri-food trade value of 255 billion in 2017, the European Union (EU) remains the largest global exporter and importer of agri-food products.\nEU exports of agri-food products reached 138 billion in 2017, representing an annual increase of 5.1%. With imports at a value of 117 billion, the EU has a net trade surplus of 21 billion in its agri-food trade.\nThe EU exports a wide range of products from all parts of the value chain, from commodities and other primary products, processed agricultural products (such as cheese and wine) to highly processed food industry products. The EU's flagship products leading exports are wine and spirits, infant food, food preparations, chocolate and pig meat.\nRegarding imports, the EU is in essence sourcing three main types of products from non-EU countries: products that are not (or only to a small extent) produced in the EU itself due to natural conditions (such as tropical fruits, coffee, etc.), products that are mostly used for animal feed and products that are used as ingredient in further processing.\nThe top five world agri-food importers are, in order: The European Union, the United States, China, Japan and Canada.\nThe top five world agri-food exporters are: The European Union, the United States, Brazil, China and Canada.\n|Copyright 2006. All Rights Reserved.|", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://santotomas.com.mx/about-us/", "date": "2022-08-18T12:47:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573197.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20220818124424-20220818154424-00111.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.941450297832489, "token_count": 463, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__4880137", "lang": "en", "text": "The effective and reliable supplier of high value dry products and ingredients in Mexico and the world. We provide safe and high-quality products to the food, food service and retail industries, supported by an integrated and sustainable value chain.\nCreate a lasting relationship with our stakeholders through the transformation and distribution of dry products and ingredients, incorporating the value chain in an integrated and sustainable management with social impact.\nTo be leaders in the supply of dry products and ingredients of high value for their quality, safety, traceability and sustainability for the food industry, foodservice and retail in Mexico and the world.\nSense of relevance\nWe are part of Grupo Arancia, a company that has been in the business of agriculture, ingredients for the food industry, food service, logistics and biotechnology for more than 95 years\nComercializadora Santo Tomás began operations in 1986, with the ideals and the drive of an entrepreneur who decided to bring chili peppers and spices from India. To supply an important company in Jalisco that gave him his trust.\nDuring the first years, Santo Tomás faced enormous challenges to ensure that its operations met industry standards and thanks to the persistence of its founder, the company was gaining a place among the main chili and spice marketers in the country.\nWith the arrival of the new millennium, different opportunities were opened to increase the product portfolio and the second generation also joined, who very soon learned about the business and incorporated their ideas and projects in different areas to accelerate growth.\nThe decision to transform from a family business to an institutional company was the key to broadening the scope to different geographies.\nBy 2007, the company already operated in 25 countries, supplying more than 50 industrial clients in Mexico and with greater logistical capacity.\nComercializadora Santo Tomás adheres to the Global Compact and is committed to complying with its principles.\nIn the process of SQF certification", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://farmette.ie/the-farm/", "date": "2017-05-01T04:17:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917127681.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031207-00610-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9709702730178833, "token_count": 989, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__321958065", "lang": "en", "text": "The farm at Dunmoylan has been in the McDonnell family since the early 1800’s. Dunmoylan, which refers to the townland on which the farm is situated, is Irish gaelic for “Land of the Fort” or the “Fort of Maolin.” Farming at Dunmoylan had very humble beginnings, starting off with only a handful of milking cows, a horse and cart to deliver dairy to the creamery, and a hearth fire to prepare food in a thatched stone dwelling house that would have been attached to the cow shed. Richard and his brother, David are the 7th generation of McDonnells to be the honorable custodians of this land.\nToday, Dunmoylan is a modern grass-fed dairy and free-range poultry farm with a focus on sustainability and renewable energy. The farm is split into two sections that work together in forming a self-renewing circle of agriculture: the traditional farmyard which is managed by my husband and consists of the dairy and poultry sectors; and the other half, run by David, which handles wind power, anaerobic digestion, and the development of other renewable energy projects.\nWe have adopted the traditional intergenerational approach to Irish farm living. There are three homes that are part of the farm at large. The “home” farmhouse which is inhabited by my father-in-law, Michael and would have been where the original 18c dwelling house was located. Our little homestead, adjacent to the farmyard, which is named Dunmoylan Grove, with “Grove” symbolizing a row of very old Ash trees that line the hedge on the northern side of our house. And, David’s home across the road which was the original Presbytery built in 1872 for the local parish priests. David is married to Rosanne, who hails from a local O’Connor farming family. They have three lovely children.\nIn the farmyard, Richard milks Holstein Freisian dairy cows which are on grass from spring until early winter. Grassland management is a huge responsibility for him with a number of fields to juggle at a time. In the spring, maize and oregano is planted for an autumn harvest. The maize, herb and grass silage makes up the winter feeding diet for the cows, but only when the weather proves too harsh to be outdoors.\nRichard also raises free-range poultry, which was proudly implemented on the farm in the 60’s by my late mother-in-law, Peggy. The chickens are fed a uniquely developed diet which encourages them to forage for food on the lush green pastures outdoors while also having barn shelter.\nThere is a small, rather overgrown, orchard on the home farmyard which was originally planted in the 1940’s for the purpose of supplying an Irish cidery, and has since been cut back to a scale that provides just enough for our families with a bounty of apples, pears, plums, gooseberries and currants each summer and autumn.\nMy father-in-law is also a beekeeper. He has three buzzing hives in a wooded area near the Shannon River that keeps us in honey all year round. In time, the beekeeping duties will be passed on to Richard or perhaps Geoffrey if he is brave enough!\nDunmoylan Grove is my “farmette.” This is where we grow many of our vegetables, some fruit, and raise small amounts of pastured livestock for meat. It’s where I make wholesome magic with the milk from the home farm and press orchard apples and pears into juice. We are currently developing this homesteading farmette concept to include more growing space and a center for mindful cooking and learning.\nWhile the farm and its working practices have been updated over time, my husband’s family remains very much a traditional Irish farming family with regard to the beliefs and etiquette systems that are observed within the family as well as the local community. Raw milk in the tea, big roast dinners at lunchtime each day, quaint country suppers, inviting the Wren Boys to entertain our family with traditional Irish music and dance in the farm kitchen on St. Stephen’s Day, the blessing of the farm on May Eve, a fresh shamrock on a lapel for St. Patrick’s Day, a protective cross made of reeds for St. Brigid’s Day, a penny for luck on a sale of land or cattle, and unwavering support of small local businesses. Here in the Irish countryside, there is a such a strong appreciation for tradition and sense of community that it can sometimes feel like we’ve stepped back in time.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://en.oilexpo.com.cn/2014/sh-ind-news_0312/40.html", "date": "2024-02-28T15:59:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474737.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228143955-20240228173955-00053.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9626903533935547, "token_count": 735, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__186315664", "lang": "en", "text": "Core prompt：Olive oil imports are up 31 percent in Japan, 24 percent in China, 15 percent in Canada, 14 percent in Brazil,\nOlive oil imports are up 31 percent in Japan, 24 percent in China, 15 percent in Canada, 14 percent in Brazil, and 9 percent in Australia and Russia, for the first four months of the 2012/13 crop year, according to the latest data from the International Olive Council (IOC).\nIn its March newsletter, the IOC also said that compared to the same period in 2011/12, imports had risen 3 percent in the United States (U.S.) – a market which enjoyed growth of 9 percent last season and is the world’s biggest olive oil consumer after Italy and Spain.\nIn January, the U.S. imported 24,570 tons, while China took an unseasonably high 6,360 tons, Brazil 5,500 tons and Japan 4,253 tons.\nImports up 66 percent into E.U.\nMeanwhile, the drop in European Union (E.U.) production this season is obliging its member states to buy outside the E.U., the IOC said.\nImports of olive oil into the E.U. for last October-December were up two-thirds on the same period a year before.Tunisia accounted for about 73 percent of the nearly 29,000 tons of imports – most of it virgin grade – into the E.U. in that quarter, and Morocco nearly a fifth. Italy took most of the Tunisian imports and Spain most of the Moroccan oil.\nE.U. trading trends\nIn a section on E.U. trading trends, the IOC said leading world player Spain exported about 956,400 tons in 2011/12, of which 70 percent was sold within the E.U., Italy alone bought nearly 405,000 tons from Spain.\nItaly, on the other hand, sells nearly two-thirds of its olive oil beyond the E.U., mainly to the U.S.\nThe newsletter also shows intra-E.U. exports (olive oil sold to one E.U. country from another) totaled nearly 988,800 tons in 2011/12 but separate IOC figures put the total declared for intra-EU imports at about 1.07 million tons – a discrepancy of more than 81,000 tons.\nIn its February newsletter, the IOC expressed concern about the growing gap in these figures – which already stood at 24,033 tons for the first two months of the current season – and said it would need to be tracked.\nOlive oil prices\nEx-mill prices for extra virgin olive oil now lie at €2.97/kg in Spain, up 70 percent on a year ago.\nIn the last week of March they stood at €3.21/kg in Italy and €2.04/kg in Greece.\nThe difference between the price of refined olive oil and extra virgin olive oil currently lies at about €0.27/kg in Spain and €0.39/kg in Italy, the IOC said.\nTable olive imports in the first four months of the 2012/13 crop year (October 2012–January 2013) rose 24 percent in Canada, 11 percent in Australia, 10 percent in Russia, and 6 percent in Brazil.\nThough they fell by 1 percent in the U.S., it remains the biggest non-E.U. buyer and has this season been importing an average of more than 10,000 tons of table olives a month.\n(From: Olive Oil Times)", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.robertsgordon.com/infrared-heater-applications/greenhouse-heating/", "date": "2023-12-10T01:45:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100989.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209233632-20231210023632-00066.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8950150609016418, "token_count": 425, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__222464725", "lang": "en", "text": "Heating Greenhouses with Radiant Heat\nEnergy Efficient, Infrared Heating for the Healthiest, Highest Quality Plants\nGreenhouses Require Gentle, Even Heat – Just Like the Sun\nTo produce the healthiest, highest quality plants, greenhouses require gentle, consistent heat. Because the heat from our infrared tube heaters simulates the sun’s warmth, it promotes healthy plant growth by improving soil conditions. At the same time, moisture is eliminated from plants’ surfaces reducing the potential for disease. In addition, our heaters are energy efficient by heating plants, soil, benches and other objects, not the air, letting you focus on growing.\nReduce Heat Loss in Your Greenhouse\nGrowers rely on knowing the air temperatures in their greenhouses, as nearly all crop recommendations are based on the air temperature required for the best growth. By reducing stratification and producing a consistent heat, you are creating the best environment for your plants.\n“We’re seeing phenomenal results with these heaters, even when it drops down to 25 °F out.”Ron – Devi Cannabis, California\nWatch How Devi Cannabis Improved Production with Infrared Heaters\nRecommended Greenhouse Infrared Heaters\nUnitary Infrared Heaters Versus Burners-in-Series Radiant Heaters in Greenhouses\nUnitary heaters such as the VANTAGE CTH2V consist of a single burner located at one end of the heat exchanger tube. They offer design flexibility with straight U-tube, or L-shaped configurations for greenhouses big or small.\nBurners-in-series infrared heating systems, CORAYVAC are most suitable for greenhouses requiring energy efficient heating. Because multiple burners allow for even heating, they can be custom engineered to fit any facility.\nGreenhouse Heating Resources\nGet a Free Heat Loss Analysis or Greenhouse Design Today!\nFind A Rep Near You!\nMany of our independent representative partners are second and third generation firms. These infrared heating experts can help guide you through the entire buying process from design to installation.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lilisfarm.com/mushrooms/", "date": "2020-12-03T07:59:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141723602.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20201203062440-20201203092440-00385.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.944549024105072, "token_count": 217, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__215318244", "lang": "en", "text": "Our mushroom production is organic certified. We use the finest available organic raw materials from our own organic farm and from local farms in the Bekaa Valley, and import the spawn for the various strains we spawn from Europe’s leading providers. We currently produce organic specialty mushrooms like Oyster mushrooms, Red-Wine Cap or King Stropharia mushrooms, Shiitake and others.\nOur Specialty mushrooms have renowned health benefits which have been appreciated in various cultures. Oyster mushrooms for example have been enjoyed in Asian cultures for thousands or years. They are Gluten Free, low on calories, fat free and very low on Sodium. They are rich in nutrients as they are high in protein and fiber, and contain significant levels of zinc, iron, calcium, vitamin C, Folic acid, and Vitamins B1 & B2. They have medicinal properties and are antioxidents and anti-cancer. Oyster mushroom varieties under production include the Florida variation, summer & winter Oyster mushrooms, as well as the Golden Oyster mushrooms, featuring in the photo above.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://shop.newpi.coop/shop/pantry/rice_grains_and_dried_beans/rice_dishes_and_mix/alter_eco_heirloom_quinoa_organic_black_12_oz/p/4900495", "date": "2023-09-30T23:10:02Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510730.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930213821-20231001003821-00140.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8830673098564148, "token_count": 312, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__122283099", "lang": "en", "text": "Alter Eco Heirloom Quinoa, Organic, Black 12 oz\nOrganic. USDA Organic. Certified Organic by QAI. Certified Gluten-free. A good source of protein & fiber. An excellent source of folate & phosphorus. Organically grown. Fairly traded. Hand-cultivated . Heirloom variety taste the difference. Bright, festive supergrain of the andes. Revered by ancient Incas as chisaya mama (chee-sa-waya ma-ma) or mother grain, this heirloom nutrition source is fluffier, nuttier and without the bitterness so common to lesser grades. Just one spoonful, and you'll see why it should be the only quinoa that graces your plate. Nourishing foodie, farmer and field. 100% traceable ingredients. 112 villages building a prosperous future. 5,600 llamas for healthy soils. We believe in the power of food. Eating heirloom, organic, and non-GMO keeps families healthy and strong. Fair and direct trade sustains farmers and ecosystems. And delivering food with zero waste and carbon insetting will mean a brighter future for us all. Learn more at www.alterecofoods.com. www.alterfoods.com. For more cooking tips and recipes, visit us at www.alterecofoods.com/recipes. Certified B Corporation. Fair Trade: Fair for life. Carbon Neutral Product: Agriculture that restores ecosystem. Country of Origin: Bolivia.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://lifeboatcoffee.com/products/5th-annual-1000-jamaican-blue-mountain", "date": "2021-11-28T21:15:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358591.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20211128194436-20211128224436-00368.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9431995749473572, "token_count": 222, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-49", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__62574822", "lang": "en", "text": "5th ANNUAL 100% JAMAICAN BLUE MOUNTAIN\nJamaican Blue Mountain Coffee is known throughout the world as one of the most delicious and sought-after of all coffees. If you are already a Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee lover you already know this coffee is out of the world. If you have never tasted Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee you are in for a delicious surprise. The only place this coffee is grown is along The Blue Mountains on the island of Jamaica between Kingston to the south and Port Maria to the north. This coffee is grown at over 7000 feet above sea level, in the highest mountains of the Caribbean. This is one of the highest grown coffees in the world. At over 7000 feet above sea level you are going to find the climate cool with perpetual mist and ample rainfall. It is the mist that gives the mountains a bluish appearance and that is why they are called the Jamaican Blue Mountains.\n***ROASTED AND SHIPPED ONLY BETWEEN NOVEMBER 26th -- DECEMBER 30th***\n<<<WHOLE BEAN ONLY>>>", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://tbilvino.com.ge/index.php?page=jisebi&hl=en_US", "date": "2017-04-28T14:01:16Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917122992.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031202-00605-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8861347436904907, "token_count": 1149, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__123925308", "lang": "en", "text": "Rkatsiteli, a white-grape variety, is grown mainly in the Kakheti region but it is also present in other regions of Georgia and elsewhere. In Kakheti, it reaches full ripening from mid-September and up to the beginning of October. For the production of top quality wines its yield per hectare should not exceed seven or eight tonnes. In Georgia, Rkatsiteli is used for making both classic (European) and typical Kakhetian, amphora (Kvevri) fermented Vins de Table, Vins de Pays and AOC’s. Rkatsiteli wine is often blended with Kakhetian Mtsvane. Rkatsiteli also produces a large range of white wines, from fortified to ice-wines. Principal micro-zones include Kardenakhi, Tibaani, Tsinandali, Gurjaani, Napareuli. We make a number of wines from the Rkatsiteli grape - among them are white Rkatsiteli, Tsinandali, Gurjaani, Vazisubani, Sachino, Alaznis Veli, and Tbilisi. Rkatsiteli is also used in red Alazani Veli, Sachino, Tbilisi, and Pirosmani.\nKakhetian Mtsvane (Kakhetian Green)\nThis is a Georgian white-grape variety from the Kakheti region which reaches full ripening from the second half of September. Average yield per hectare is 5-8 tons. Yields for Kakhetian Mtsvane must be limited in order to maintain quality. It is used for making both, classic (European) and typical Kakhetian, amphora (qvevri) fermented Vins de Table, Vins de Pays and AOC’s. Principal micro-zones: Manavi, Tsinandali, Akhmeta. Our AOC Tsinandali and Tsinandali Special Reserve are made from Kakhetian Mtsvane sort mixed with Rkatsiteli.\nThis is a Georgian red grape variety grown in Kakheti and other regions of Georgia, and it can also be found outside Georgia. Saperavi reaches full ripening started from the second half of September, with the harvest-time lasting up to the end of October. Saperavi’s average yield per hectare amounts to 8-10 tons. Wines produced from Saperavi (Vins de Tables as well as AOC’s) are suitable for extended aging and it is also used for producing naturally sweet wines and rosé. Principal micro-zones: Mukuzani, Akhasheni, Khashmi, Kindzmarauli, Napareuli, Khvareli, Kondoli. The Saperavi grape sort is used extensively by Tbilvino for such brands as Saperavi, Mukuzani, Napareuli, Kindzmarauli, Akhasheni, Alazani Valley, Sachino, Pirosmani and Tbilisi, plus the premium Saperavi and Mukuzani Special Reserves.\nA Georgian aboriginal white-grape variety widely present in Imereti region. In terms of cultivation it comes second after the Rkatsiteli variety. Outside of Imereti, it can also be found in Racha-Lechkhumi, Guria, Mingrelia, Adjara, and Abkhazia. A late ripening variety, Tsolikouri reaches its full maturity by late October. Its average productivity per-hectare amounts to 7-9 tonnes and it is particularly well-suited for premium white dry, sparkling and naturally sweet wines. Principal micro-zones: Baghdati and Zestaphoni regions; village Tvishi. We harvest Tsolikouri only in Tvishi micro-zone and use it for white semi-sweet Tvishi brand.\nA red grape variety mainly grown in the Racha region. Like all varieties in Racha it is a late ripener and reaches full maturity by late October. Its average productivity per-hectare amounts to 5-6 tons. Blended with the Mujuretuli grape variety wine material in Racha’s Khvanchkhara micro-zone, it contributes to naturally semi-sweet Khvanchkhara. We use Aleksandrouli only for making of premium Khvanchkara brand.\nA Georgian red grape variety most widespread in Mingrelia. It reaches its best expression in Martvili and Senaki districts and can also be found in Lechkhumi. It is a late ripening variety and reaches full maturity in mid-November. Ojaleshi’s harvesting period often ends either in late November or early December. Its average productivity per-hectare amounts to 5-6 tons. Ojaleshi contributes to quality naturally sweet and dry red wines. We use Ojaleshi harvested in Lechkhumi for making the semi-sweet Ojaleshi.\nA Georgian red grape variety grown mainly in the Racha-Lechkhumi region. It is a medium-late ripening variety and reaches full maturity by mid-October. Its average productivity per-hectare amounts to 6-8 tons. Blended with Aleksandrouli, Mujuretuli is mainly used for delicious Khvanchkhara brand.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://russellpowell.net/2012/05/21/manuscript-done/", "date": "2024-04-13T00:38:17Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816465.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412225756-20240413015756-00355.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9595498442649841, "token_count": 168, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__202813487", "lang": "en", "text": "TODAY at 6:47 P.M., I completed a 240-page draft manuscript for a book about apples, which I began in earnest one week shy of a year ago. The book is due to be out by late summer. It looks at horticulture, history, culinary uses, food safety, pests and disease, and the race to develop the next Super Apple.\nIn addition to the text, the book features beautiful orchard photographs by Bar Weeks and me, and a photographic index of more than 120 apple varieties grown in the United States.\nIt is hard to describe what I am feeling. Giddy, dazed, and exhausted come to mind. There is plenty of work to be done in order to publish this, but completing the manuscript is a major milestone, without which the remaining steps are moot!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.cordier-usa.com/lyngrove-chardonnay-2/", "date": "2023-12-11T10:05:27Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679103810.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211080606-20231211110606-00275.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8849760890007019, "token_count": 153, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__115019135", "lang": "en", "text": "Ripe white peach and other stone fruit dominate the nose with nuances of spice and sweet melon. Hints of biscotti and honey add to the complexity and palate weight with crisp and zesty acidity ensuring balance.\nVines are drip-irrigated to ensure optimal ripening and trained on the 5-wire Perold trellis system. Planted in soils consisting of weathered granite on clay, the vines are situated on south facing slopes. The nearby Atlantic Ocean (False Bay) has an additional cooling effect on the vineyards during the ripening season.\nSERVING & FOOD PAIRING\nEnjoy at 10-12°C with Seared Scallops, crispy bacon, salsa, gremolata & rocket.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.rocktherind.com/", "date": "2023-12-04T15:59:58Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100531.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204151108-20231204181108-00506.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8929885625839233, "token_count": 213, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-50", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__311320485", "lang": "en", "text": "STAY UP TO DATE WITH ALL THINGS RTR\nMobile Numbers from US Carriers Only\nNestled in the hills of Southern Indiana, the town of Brownstown comes alive to celebrate the illustrious Jackson County Watermelon with some of the hottest artists in country music.\nAround the country its just another weekend. In Jackson County it's watermelon season and it's time to Rock the Rind.\nThe juicy watermelons grown in the sandy fields of Jackson County are worth the trip, alone, but it doesn't stop there.\nGrab some grub from one of the many vendors lining Sugar Street and pair it with a watermelon shakeup or cold beverage and enjoy the show!\nJoin us on the square for a weekend full of live music, great food, and tons of events!\nFrom the - Watermelon Patch - a family friendly area jam packed with kid activities, to seed spitting, the watermelon steal, and more. The Jackson County Watermelon Festival is home to\nALL THINGS WATERMELON!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://harvardhrj.com/2015/04/freeing-trade-at-the-expense-of-local-crop-markets-a-look-at-the-trans-pacific-partnerships-new-plant-related-intellectual-property-rights-from-a-human-rights-perspective/", "date": "2023-03-22T12:30:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943809.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20230322114226-20230322144226-00153.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8794260621070862, "token_count": 5359, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-14", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__40763896", "lang": "en", "text": "By Hannah Brennan & Burcu Kilic \nClick here to access a PDF Version of this article\nOn October 16, 2014, a new draft of the intellectual property chapter of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) was leaked. The TPP is a free trade agreement currently being negotiated in secret between the governments of Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, United States, and Vietnam. The intellectual property chapter released in October contains a plant-related intellectual property provision proposed by the United States and Japan that could pose a serious threat to food security within the lower-income parties to the TPP. Intellectual property rights (IPRs) on plants endow plant breeders and seed manufacturers with varying degrees of control over the propagating materials (seeds, tissue cultures, cuttings) and sometimes harvested materials (fruits, foliage, flowers) of any new plant variety they create.\nThe newly released chapter reveals that the TPP will require signatories to make patents on plants or plant-related inventions available as well as accede to the 1991 version of the International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (1991 UPOV). Currently, most nations, including the majority of parties negotiating the TPP, set their own plant protection policies without interference from international authorities. Most nations have not acceded to the 1991 UPOV, and only a handful offer patents on plants or plant-related inventions. If implemented, the new provisions of the TPP would force many of the negotiating parties—in particular, the less wealthy states—to dramatically alter their domestic laws. For example, the new TPP language will prohibit farmers from saving and exchanging many varieties of seeds—a practice vital to the livelihood and welfare of traditional farming communities—and most likely increase multinational control of the farming industry in TPP nations. This short piece examines the TPP’s new plant-related language and its implications for the human right to food within TPP signatory nations.\nII. The TPP’s Provision on Plant-Related Intellectual Property\nArticle QQ.E.1 of the TPP’s chapter on intellectual property outlines the scope of patentability under the agreement. The United States and Japan have proposed a provision reading: “each Party shall make patents available for inventions for plants and animals.” Alternatively, Japan and the United States propose the language: “[c]onsistent with paragraph 1, each Party confirms that it makes available patents for plant-related inventions,” with a footnote explaining that “[f]or greater certainty, no Party shall be required to make patents available for plant varieties that are protectable in that Party under the International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants  (UPOV Convention).” The other parties to the TPP oppose this language and instead propose that plants be listed among the materials a party may exclude from patentability, i.e., among the list of materials for which the parties do not have to offer patent protection. Furthermore, article QQ.A.8.1(c) provides that all parties to the TPP must accede to the 1991 UPOV. Therefore, under the proposals from the U.S. and Japan, the TPP would force the negotiating parties to either make patents on plants available in addition to protecting plant varieties under the 1991 UPOV or make patents available for plant-related inventions in addition to protecting plant varieties under the 1991 UPOV. Currently, six of the twelve TPP signatories have not acceded to the 1991 UPOV, and only three parties make plant patents available, as the table below demonstrates.\nIII. Patents on Plant-Related Inventions\nA patent grants its holder the right to exclude all others from manufacturing, using, or selling the product on which the patent was granted. A plant patent can be described as a patent on a plant as a whole, whereas a patent on a plant-related invention would be a patent on a particular aspect or feature of a plant, such one of its genes. Some patent systems allow individuals to obtain patents on both plants and features of those plants. For example, the seed manufacturer Monsanto inserted an herbicide-resistant gene into the genome of a soybean plant, enabling that soybean plant to resist a certain type of herbicide. Monsanto was able to obtain patent protection on both the herbicide-resistant gene and the soybean plant into which it was inserted in United States, which offers patent protection on plants and plant-related inventions. The patent on the plant excludes others from the use and sale of the pesticide-resistant plant; the patent on the gene (the plant-related invention) excludes others from the use and sale of any organism containing that gene.\nIV. 1991 UPOV\nThe International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) requires its signatories to provide plant variety protection to breeders for the creation or discovery of any plant that is novel, distinct, homogenous, and stable. Under this agreement, breeders and multinational seed manufactures can obtain exclusive rights over the propagating materials of plants they create, whether these plants were bred through traditional cross-breeding techniques (more common among farmers in the developing world) or genetic engineering. The 1991 UPOV also specifies that certain discovered plant varieties qualify for protection. These exclusive rights are known as breeders’ rights.\nOnce a breeder or seed manufacturer has obtained plant variety protection on a plant, the 1991 UPOV allows this rights holder to exclude all others from producing or reproducing the protected plant, offering that plant for sale, and exporting or importing the plant. Importantly, these exclusive rights apply not only to the plant’s propagating materials, but also to its harvested materials in certain circumstances. This provision enables breeders to gain greater control over trade in processed foods, ornamentals, and other high-value commodities. Finally, the 1991 UPOV permits member states to obtain both a breeders’ right and a patent on a particular variety of plant.\nNevertheless, the 1991 UPOV does provide for two important exceptions to the exclusive rights granted to breeders and seed manufacturers. First, Article 15(1)(ii) requires member states to allow breeders to use and experiment with protected plant varieties for the purpose of creating and marketing new varieties. This provision preserves farmers’ ability to create new beneficial crops, therein maintaining and enhancing biodiversity. Second, Article 15(1)(i) allows farmers to plant the seeds of protected plant varieties on their land for noncommercial purposes without the breeders’ prior authorization. However, this privilege does not permit farmers to sell or exchange seeds with other farmers for propagating purposes. Therefore, this privilege only protects a farmer’s right to use protected plants as food source for himself and his family; it does not enable a farmer to sell or trade a protected variety to others.\nThese two exceptions render the 1991 UPOV significantly less restrictive than patent protection, which does not permit exceptions for experimentation or personal consumption. Therefore, the TPP’s real significance with respect to plants lies in its new requirement of patent protection on plants or plant-related inventions.\nV. Implications of Heightened Plant-Related Intellectual Property Rights for the Protection of the Human Right to Food\nArticle 11 of the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights and Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights protect the right to food. Article 11 further provides that all people have the right “[t]o improve methods of production, conservation and distribution of food by making full use of technical and scientific knowledge, . . . by developing or reforming agrarian systems in such a way as to achieve the most efficient development and utilization of natural resources.” Therefore, critically, this covenant not only guarantees the right to food, but also to methods of food production.\nWorldwide, at least 1.5 billion individuals depend on small-scale farming for their livelihoods. For such farmers, saving, selling, and exchanging seed in informal markets is pervasive and essential to the viability of their farming practices. Often accounting for 98% of seed supply in developing nations, informal seed-trading systems enable farmers to access a stock of different plant genes. These supplies of seed varieties are crucial to the improvement and conservation of traditional varieties that are well adapted to local environments. Accordingly, these informal seed supply systems play “a fundamental role in ensuring household food security.”\nImplementation of the 1991 UPOV and/or plant patents (no matter if they are on plants or plant-related inventions) will enable breeders and multinational seed manufacturers to remove many previously unprotected varieties of plants from the public domain and bar exchange of these varieties on informal seed markets, greatly impacting the breadth of seeds available in these markets. Because plant patents as well as 1991 UPOV prevent farmers from selling and exchanging protected seeds, such IPR provisions prevent farmers from cultivating and selling improved crops that have been granted protection. As a recent report found, “[f]rom a human rights perspective, restrictions on the use, exchange and sale of protected seeds could adversely affect the right to food, as seeds might become either more costly or harder to access. These restrictions could also affect other human rights, by reducing the amount of household income which is available for food, healthcare or education.” The Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food further warned that “[t]he oligopolistic structure of [the breeders’] market may result in poor farmers being deprived of access to seeds[,] productive resources essential for their livelihoods, and it could raise the price of food, thus making food less affordable for the poorest.” Accordingly, the U.S. and Japan’s plant-related intellectual property provision could threaten the right to food in Pacific-rim nations through the disruption it would cause to informal seed markets and traditional farming practices.\nThe typical response to this criticism of plant-related intellectual property rights is that farmers are not required to purchase protected seed varieties just because they are available. As the Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food has explained, however, this contention “presupposes that farmers have real alternatives to acquiring their seed from the commercial system.” Unfortunately, “the coexistence between farmers’ seed systems — operating at local or community levels between farmers, and mostly informal — and commercial seed systems is sometimes problematic. . . . Farmers often receive commercial varieties as part of a package that includes credit (often vouchers), seed, fertilizer and pesticide. In many cases, acceptance of such packages is the only way farmers can access credit in rural areas. They need to accept the whole package in order to do so.” Thus, governmental involvement in seed and fertilizer distribution complicates the seed supply system such that avoidance of commercial seed varieties is often infeasible.\nIncreased intellectual property protection of plant varieties may also skew incentives in the seed industry in ways that reduce genetic diversity among plants, causing harm to developing nations. Plant variety protection does not encourage breeding related to minor crops with small markets “because the likelihood of good returns on breeders’ research investment is small even with the legal protection provided by [plant variety protection].” Instead, intellectual property rights on plant varieties create incentives for breeding major crops with significant commercial potential. This trend is already visible: very little research has been directed towards developing new varieties of foods important in the developing world, such as tropical maize, sorghum, millet, banana, cassava, groundnut, oilseed, potato or sweet potato. Accordingly, implementation of the 1991 UPOV and a system of plant patents in TPP nations may further reorient crop development towards the needs of farmers in rich countries at the expense of farmers in developing countries.\nThe UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food has decried the increasing pressure on low- and middle-income countries to adopt national legislation that increases intellectual property protection on plants. More specifically, he has criticized free trade agreements that require the introduction of patent protection for plants or legislation implementing the 1991 UPOV. A recent report from a network of NGOs, including the Third World Network and the Berne Declaration, echoed this criticism, noting that governments in industrialized nations regularly pressure developing countries into introducing stringent intellectual property protection for plants.\nThe TPP’s current provision on plant intellectual property rights is not only an example of that mounting pressure, but also, in and of itself, would serve to augment it. In requiring parties to implement the 1991 UPOV Agreement and make plant patents available, the TPP further normalizes the pressure on developing nations to jeopardize farmers’ rights and food security in favor of unclear gains in biotechnical research and development. Ascension to the 1991 UPOV will force many TPP parties to trade away the food security of their populations for the benefit of breeders—primarily large multinational corporations.\n Hannah Brennan is a Legal Fellow in Public Citizen’s Global Access to Medicines Program. Burcu Kilic is Legal Counsel to Public Citizen’s Global Access to Medicines Program.\n Secret TPP Treaty: Intellectual Property Chapter Working Document for all 12 Nations with Negotiating Positions, WikiLeaks (Oct. 16, 2014), http://wikileaks.org/tpp-ip2/tpp-ip2-chapter.pdf [hereinafter Secret Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) – IP Chapter].\n Under the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), member nations are permitted to “provide for the protection of plant varieties either by patents or by an effective sui generis system or by any combination thereof.” Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights art. 27.3(b), Apr. 15, 1994, Marrakesh Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization, Annex 1C, 108 Stat. 4809, 1869 U.N.T.S. 299, http://www.wto.org/english/docs_e/legal_e/27-trips.pdf [hereinafter Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights]. Furthermore, some of the parties to the TPP have already signed free trade agreements with the United States (Australia, Canada, Chile, Korea, Mexico, Peru, and Singapore). However, these agreements allow the parties more flexibility with respect to plant-related patents.\n Secret Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP) – IP Chapter, supra note 2, art. QQ.E.1.\n Id. art. QQ.E.1.3.\n Id. art. QQ.E.1.3 n.55.\n Id. art. QQ.E.1.4(b).\n This table originally appeared in Burcu Kilic, Hannah Brennan, and Peter Maybarduk, 40 Yale J. Int’l L. Online 34 (2015), available at http://www.yjil.org/docs/pub/o-40-killic.pdf.\n Members and Observers, World Trade Org., http://www.wto.org/english/thewto_e/whatis_e/tif_e/org6_e.htm (last visited Sept. 30, 2014).\n Members of the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants, Int’l Union for Protection New Variants Plants (June 10, 2014), http://www.upov.int/export/sites/upov/members/en/pdf/pub423.pdf.\n However, Brunei will join the UPOV by 2015. Intellectual Property Office of Brunei Darussalam, Intellectual Property Regime, Brunei-Patents, http://www.brunei-patents.com.bn/index.php/about-us/ip-regime (last visited Sept. 30, 2014).\n Brunei’s current patent law neither explicitly includes nor excludes plants from its provision on patentable subject matter. See Brunei Darussalam Patent Order 2011, Part III, World Intell. Prop. Org. (Oct. 17, 2011), http://www.wipo.int/edocs/lexdocs/laws/en/bn/bn027en.pdf.\n See Monsanto Canada Inc. v. Schmeiser,  1 S.C.R. 902 (Can.) (explaining that patents on plant genes and cells are valid but patents on plants are not); Harvard Coll. v. Canada, (Commissioner of Patents), 2002 S.C.C. 76, 5, 7 (“Since patenting higher life forms would involve a radical departure from the traditional patent regime, and since the patentability of such life forms is a highly contentious matter that raises a number of extremely complex issues, clear and unequivocal legislation is required for higher life forms to be patentable. The current Act does not clearly indicate that higher life forms are patentable.”).\n The Andean Pact countries, which include Peru, have chosen not to grant patents on plants. Decision 486: Common Intellectual Property Regime, art. 20 (Sept. 14, 2000), available at http://www.wipo.int/edocs/lexdocs/laws/en/can/can012en.pdf.\n What is a Patent?, Intell. Prop. Off. of Sing., http://www.ipos.gov.sg/AboutIP/TypesofIPWhatisIntellectualProperty/Whatisapatent.aspx (last updated Dec. 12, 2013).\n Vietnam Intellectual Property Law 50/2005, Art. 59(5); see also Nguyen Nguyet Dzung, Vietnam Patent Law Substantive Law Provisions and Existing Uncertainties, 6 Chi.-Kent J. Intell. Prop. 138, 142 (2007).\n U.S. Patent No. 5,633,435.\n International Convention for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants, art. 5(1), Mar. 19, 1991, http://www.upov.int/en/publications/conventions/1991/act1991.htm [hereinafter UPOV 1991].\n Id. art. 1(iv).\n Id. art. 14(1)(a).\n Id. art. 14(2).\n Laurence R. Helfer, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Intellectual property rights in plant varieties International legal regimes and policy options for national governments 26 (2004), available at http://www.fao.org/3/a-y5714e.pdf.\n UPOV 1991, supra note 19, arts. 15(1)(ii), 14(5)(a).\n Id. arts. 15(1)(i).\n Jayashree Watal, Intellectual Property Rights in the WTO and Developing Countries 141 (2000).\n G.A. Res. 2200A art. 11, U.N. GAOR 3d Comm., 21st Sess., Supp. No. 16, at 48, U.N. Doc. A/6316 (1966) [hereinafter ICESCR].\n Universal Declaration of Human Rights art. 25, G.A. Res. 217A, U.N. Doc. A/810 (1948).\n ICESCR, supra note 27, art. 11.\n Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food, Report on Seed Policies and The Right to Food, General Assembly, ¶ 24, U.N. Doc. A/64/170 (July 23, 2009) (by Olivier De Schutter), available at http://www.srfood.org/images/stories/pdf/officialreports/20091021_report-ga64_seed-policies-and-the-right-to-food_en.pdf [Hereinafter De Schutter, Report on Seed Policies].\n Berne Declaration, Owning Seeds, Accessing Food: A Human Rights Impact Assessment of UPOV 1991 Based on Case Studies in Kenya, Peru, and the Philippines 7, 24 (2014), available at https://www.evb.ch/fileadmin/files/documents/Saatgut/2014_07_10_Owning_Seed_-_Accessing_Food_report_def.pdf [hereinafter Berne Declaration].\n Claudio Chiarolla, The Right to Food and Intellectual Property for Plant Genetic Resources, in Research Handbook on Human Rights and Intellectual Property 13 (Edward Elgar ed., 2014); see Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 7.\n See Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 7 (“There is an important interaction between the formal and informal sectors whereby seeds from the formal sector are integrated into the informal sector by seed saving, exchange and sale of farm-saved seeds. Small-scale farmers also use “improved” varieties, which in some cases are protected by plant breeders’ rights.”).\n Chiarolla, The Right to Food, supra note 33, at 13; see Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 7.\n See Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 7, 14; Geoff Tansey, The Future Control of Food 41 (2008).\n Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 7.\n De Schutter, Report on Seed Policies, supra note 30, at ¶ 27; see also Berne Declaration, supra note 30, at 7 (“In the case of protected varieties, seed costs drive production expenses further up. From a human rights perspective, higher production costs pose a risk for cash-strapped farmers as they affect the stability of their household budget and compete with other essential household expenditures, including for food.”).\n De Schutter, Report on Seed Policies, supra note 30, at ¶ 36.\n Id. at ¶ 24 (“[T]he expansion of surfaces cultivated with commercial seeds accelerates crop diversity erosion, as an increasing number of farmers grow the same crops, using the same, ‘improved’ varieties on their fields.”); Tansey, supra note 36, at 41; S. Ragavan, To Sow or Not to Sow: Dilemmas in Creating New Rights in Food, in Agricultural and Biotechnology and Intellectual Property: Seeds of Change 318, 323-24 (J. Kesan ed., 2007).\n Tansey, supra note 36, at 41.\n See id.; De Schutter, Report on Seed Policies, supra note 29, at ¶ 34.\n De Schutter, Report on Seed Policies, supra note 29, at ¶ 34.\n Id., at ¶ 40 (“This convention prohibits the commercialization of varieties which are essentially derived from a PVP-protected variety (article 14 (5)), and farmers are now prohibited from exchanging or selling seeds saved from the harvest of protected varieties (article 15). In order to circumvent these limitations, developing countries where the function of traditional, farmers’ seed systems is most important both for the prevention of genetic erosion and for the livelihoods of farming communities should design sui generis forms of protection of plant varieties which allow these systems to flourish, even if this means adopting non-UPOV compliant legislation.”).\n Id., at ¶ 18.\n Berne Declaration, supra note 31, at 46.\n Harbir Singh, Plant Variety Protection and Food Security: Lessons for Developing Countries, 12 J. Intell. Prop. L. 391, 396 (2007) (“Data on the North American seed market revealed that in case of hybrid corn and soybean, top five companies account for 69% and 51% share, respectively. In case of cottonseed, Monsanto alone controls 84% of the market on account of its purchase of Delta and Pine Land.”).\n[…] fuentes que ya hemos difundido en nuestro face: Impacto en Semillas/ Universidad de Harvard: http://harvardhrj.com/2015/04/freeing-trade-at-the-expense-of-local-crop-markets-a-look-at-the-trans… Impacto en medicinas / Medicos sin Fronteras: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvCJ4ZUBZE4 Impacto […]\n[…] de los derechos vulnerados serían el de la soberanía alimentaria. Según investigadores de la Universidad de Harvard, el TPP obligaría a los países menos ricos a adecuarse al cien porciento al convenio […]", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://natres232.blogspot.com/2010/02/fire-goat-co-op.html", "date": "2018-07-18T02:37:12Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590046.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20180718021906-20180718041906-00376.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9646462202072144, "token_count": 322, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-30", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__45351456", "lang": "en", "text": "Reading about the 'fire-y' methods of ecosystemic control employed by the native Americans in North America reminded me of a similar, interesting example; that of the use of fire by farmers in India and their ensuing social/business interactions with goat-herding nomads.\nMy family comes from a small village in the Konkan area of coastal western India, and we traditionally have a growing season of 4 months coinciding with the monsoon. Paddy is the staple crop. After the rice is harvested in September, the land is allowed to lie fallow till April-May. However, right after the crop is harvested, the fields are burned in controlled fires to clear any remains of the rice stalks on the ground or any weeds that might have lodged themselves in the field. The ash is later used as a natural fertilizer. However, as in the case of North American Indians, the farmers in the Konkan are aware that a profusion of (in this case, unwanted) grasses and shrubs begin to shoot up soon after the fires. The farmers deal with this by making a 'contract' with the dhangars, a nomadic tribe of goat- and sheep-herders. The farmers allow the dhangars to live and trespass on their fields and lands, in return for which the goats and sheep of the tribe graze on the succulent new grasses. This means that the unwanted weeds and grasses are controlled without any expense to the farmer, while the dhangars are able to perpetuate their herds. It is a win-win situation for everyone.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.cottontailclub.com/can-rabbits-eat-tomatoes/", "date": "2022-08-14T01:11:05Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571989.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20220813232744-20220814022744-00493.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.952269434928894, "token_count": 1216, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__140819402", "lang": "en", "text": "By entering your email address you agree to receive emails from Cottontailclub. We'll respect your privacy and you can unsubscribe at any time.\nIf your rabbit is acting abnormally and you have concerns please take them to a vet immediately.\nRabbits are among the so-called “folivores” and are therefore leaf eaters. Their main food is the green parts of plants, such as buds and leaf tips. But Lagomorpha are also allowed to eat vegetables and fruit now and then. Find out in our article whether you should also feed your rabbit tomatoes!\nTomatoes belong to the nightshade family and contain the poisonous substance solanine. However, this substance is mainly contained in the unripe fruits and the green parts of the plant. Ripe fruits usually do not pose a threat to rabbits, which is why they can be fed.\nTo determine if the tomatoes are already ripe, look out for the following characteristics:\nThe response to this query is yes. Tomatoes can be eaten by rabbits, but they should not be their primary source of nourishment. But because they enjoy this fruit so much, it is a great way to add variety to your pet’s meal as a treat.\nIt’s vital to understand that we can only supply the tomato, not other plant components like leaves, blossoms, or stems. This is primarily owing to the presence of solanine in the greens, which is toxic to rabbits. This is usually not a problem if the rabbit simply consumes a few tomato leaves.\nTomatoes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, ranging from the traditional round and bright red to lengthy tomatoes and the renowned cherry tomatoes, which are a popular element in gourmet dishes. Because of their size, the latter is suitable for animals such as rabbits, hence the question of whether rabbits can eat cherry tomatoes is frequently asked.\nThe answer is once again affirmative. The tomato, regardless of its size, is unaffected by the rabbit as long as it is ripe, neat, raw, and without leaves.\nTomatoes are helpful to rabbits not only because they can consume them without becoming poisoned, but also because they provide a variety of benefits. It’s high in vitamin A, C, and antioxidants. Furthermore, tomatoes contain many carotenoids and B vitamins.\nCholine is present in tomato pulp, a substance that lowers cholesterol and improves immunity. It is easy to grow, simple, and inexpensive treats.\nHowever, only mature red tomatoes provide all of these advantages. Is it possible for rabbits to eat green tomatoes? In this instance, it’s best not to provide green tomatoes or stalks to the rabbits because they’re toxic and can cause symptoms of allergy or poisoning.\nRabbits should feed food that is high in fiber but low in sugar and fat. Tomatoes have a lot of fiber, but they also have a lot of sugar and acid. Accordingly, only feed the red fruits as a treat in between meals. In general, it can be said that rodents can consume a maximum of one or two tomato slices per day.\nUnder no circumstances should they be fed tomatoes too often, otherwise they can get digestive problems.\nNow that you’re aware that rabbits cannot eat green tomatoes but only red ones, let’s look at how to incorporate them into their diet. The procedure is quite straightforward; simply choose a tomato that is quite red and thoroughly wash it.\nIf you do choose to feed your bunny tomatoes, keep the amount to a minimum. Tomatoes should be considered a small treat rather than a true source of energy.\nEnsure the tomatoes are sliced into rabbit-sized portions. Even though rabbits are adept chewers, you don’t want to put in danger of choke.\nIs it safe for rabbits to eat tomato peel? Certainly, it may consume the tomato skin without danger. It is not necessary to peel or remove the peel, you just have to remember that it is an occasional ingredient in the diet. It is suggested that you offer some items no more than a couple of times a week.\nTomatoes can be fed to rabbits, but it’s crucial to keep an eye on how they react to such a treat. Rabbits’ digestive systems can be affected if they eat it in some situations. An adult rabbit should only be given 300 g a day, and only in the morning.\nSeeds, particularly tomato seeds, should never be eaten by rabbits. They’re also harmful to your health. Before you feed your rabbit, you should take the seeds out.\nGiving a tomato to baby bunnies is not a good idea. It’s best to start including it in the rabbit’s diet when he or she is three months old. Even after reaching this age, a rabbit should be given tomatoes in modest amounts while being monitored for reactions.\nTomatoes are commonly provided to rabbits as part of a diversified diet. The most significant component of a rabbit’s diet is hay. Tomatoes should never account for more than a modest amount of your rabbit’s diet, even though fruits and vegetables can aid.\nIt’s not just the high acid and sugar content of tomatoes that can be troublesome for rabbits. Because the high water content can also lead to health problems in rodents. If rabbits eat too many tomatoes, it can affect the firmness of the feces. Because very often the animals suffer from the so-called “mud droppings”, extremely soft droppings.\nInterestingly, this does not always happen with eating a lot of tomatoes. Because mud excrement is linked to a shift in feed, as well as low feed quality and parasites. If the rodent eats tomatoes and produces muddy excrement or diarrhea, you should stop feeding them. It’s also a good idea to follow the steps below:", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ruohonjuuri.com/products/foodin-red-rice-organic-500-g", "date": "2022-05-23T11:55:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662558015.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20220523101705-20220523131705-00058.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9471786022186279, "token_count": 103, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__115956936", "lang": "en", "text": "Tasty and spectacular rice!Exotic red organic rice looks and tastes delicious.\nThe gorgeous rice of the indigenous variety, Khao Deng, grown in the north-east of Thailand, has a gentle flavour. It can be used as normal rice on its own or as a substitute for regular rice in recipes.\nUse: Cook gently under a lid for about 40-50 minutes, 1 part rice/ 2 parts water.\nThe products are manufactured at Foodin's own factory, which is carbon neutral.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.yengstassociates.com/market-analysis/company-profiles/agco-corportation", "date": "2023-10-03T14:47:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511106.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003124522-20231003154522-00244.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9605435729026794, "token_count": 242, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__72891466", "lang": "en", "text": "AGCO is a leading manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and related replacement parts throughout the world. It provides farming technologies in addition to farm equipment. Although it is an American publicly held company, most of the equipment it makes and sells is not to the North American agricultural market. The company was organized in 1990 by an investment group formed by management to acquire the successor business of Allis-Chalmers. In 1994 the company purchased Massy Ferguson including 24 percent of the Indian Massey Ferguson licensee TAFE and some part of Landini, which it held until 2000.\nAGCO offers a full range of agricultural equipment including tractors, combines, self-propelled sprayers, hay tools, forage equipment, tillage, implements, grain storage and protein production systems. Its products are marketed via many brand names including Challenger®, Fendt ®, GSI ®, Massey Ferguson ® and Valtra ®. AGCO distributes most of its products through a combination of independent dealers and distributors (1,300 in North America, 3,100 globally) in 140 countries. In addition, AGCO provides retail financing through its retail finance joint ventures with Rabobank.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.claytoncountyiowa.com/news-notes/2018/o-w-l-s-forest-hill-farm-tour", "date": "2018-08-19T15:23:43Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221215222.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20180819145405-20180819165405-00603.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9361164569854736, "token_count": 324, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__153543557", "lang": "en", "text": "Thursday, August 23rd\nReservations Required at Osborne Nature Center\nOsborne’s Older, Wiser, Livelier, Souls will be touring Forest Hill Farm for the August 23rd destination. This year’s theme is “Northeast Iowa Grows It Better.” O.W.L.S. are traveling around Northeast Iowa to find unique farms and businesses who are growing locally.\nForest Hill Farm raises certified organic, grass-fed beef and lamb along with pastured pigs and poultry. Keith and Glenda Plozay began their adventure in 1991 on a very small scale with just three acres. A couple years later they bought another ten acres and slowly grew their dream into an 85 acre farm. Raising heritage hogs, certified red angus cattle and most recently bees to pollinate the pastures, garden and fruit trees show that conservation is a high priority. To learn more about the animals they raise and their passion for the environment visit their website at foresthillfarmiowa.com\nMake reservations by calling (563) 245-1516 or visit the Osborne Nature Center. Please meet at Osborne Park at 10:30. Lunch will be at a local restaurant.\nThe Osborne Center is located on Highway 13, ten miles north of Strawberry Point or five miles south of Elkader. The center is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday-Saturday, and Sunday noon to 4:00pm. Please call 563-245-1516 for more information or visit www.claytoncountyconservation.org.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://donmillerland.com/2020/06/25/upcoming-land-auction-date-tbd/", "date": "2020-08-09T05:16:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738425.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20200809043422-20200809073422-00324.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8074547052383423, "token_count": 93, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-34", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__83540285", "lang": "en", "text": "Absolute Land Auction 160.00 +/- acres of productive cropland and pasture in Knox County, Nebraska\n160 +/- acres of productive farm ground and productive pasture. Good corn and bean base acres and yield. Spring 2021 possession.\nLegal Description: The Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) in Section Thirteen (13), Township Twenty-nine (29), Range Four (4) West; in Knox County, Nebraska containing 160.00 +/- tax acres.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://pdtfoods.com/?p=504", "date": "2021-05-10T18:49:50Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243991759.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20210510174005-20210510204005-00163.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9716256856918335, "token_count": 100, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__224510585", "lang": "en", "text": "Why is PDT low on eggs?\nAs fall sets in for the season, hens start to prepare their bodies for the winter. Much of their energy starts to be used for the production of stronger feathers to keep them warm. Another reason for the slow down in a hens egg production is a reduction in the amount of daylight hours. Hens need at least 12-14 hours of daylight to lay at their full potential.\nOur great egg producers are keeping us as stocked as they can!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.insidefitnessmag.com/en-us/blogs/nutrition/from-bean-to-cup-the-art-and-science-of-coffee-making", "date": "2024-04-14T16:49:03Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00018.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9343830347061157, "token_count": 785, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__153082461", "lang": "en", "text": "The journey of coffee from bean to cup is a fascinating process that involves several stages, each contributing to the unique flavors and aromas that coffee lovers worldwide cherish. This article delves into the intricate process of coffee making, from the initial cultivation of coffee beans to the final brewing process, providing insight into what makes coffee one of the most beloved beverages around the globe.\nCoffee begins its journey as a seed planted in large beds in shaded nurseries. The coffee plant, requiring a specific climate to flourish, is predominantly grown in the \"Bean Belt,\" which encompasses regions along the equator in countries like Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Vietnam. These regions offer the ideal conditions of rainfall, altitude, and temperature for coffee plants to thrive.\nAfter several years, the coffee plant starts to bear fruit, commonly referred to as coffee cherries. The cherries turn from green to bright red when they are ripe and ready for harvesting. The harvesting process can be done either by hand, selectively picking only the ripe cherries, or through mechanized methods that harvest all cherries at once. The method of harvesting plays a crucial role in the quality of the coffee, as mixing unripe, ripe, and overripe cherries can affect the beans' flavor.\nOnce harvested, the coffee cherries undergo processing to remove the fruit and expose the coffee bean inside. There are two primary methods of processing:\nDry Method: The harvested cherries are spread out in the sun to dry for several weeks, being turned regularly to prevent spoilage. Once the cherries are dried, the outer layers are mechanically removed.\nWet Method: This method involves removing the pulp of the cherry soon after harvesting, leaving the bean with a slimy coating. The beans are then fermented in water for up to two days to remove this layer, followed by rinsing and drying.\nAfter drying, the beans are hulled, removing the parchment layer (in the wet process) or the entire dried husk (in the dry process). The beans are then polished (optional), graded, and sorted by size and weight. This stage is crucial for quality control, ensuring that only the best beans proceed to the next stage.\nRoasting is where the magic happens, transforming green coffee beans into the aromatic brown beans we purchase. The roasting process involves heating the beans at high temperatures until they reach the desired roast level, ranging from light to dark. Roasting develops the beans' flavor, color, and aroma, significantly influencing the final taste of the coffee.\nThe roasted beans are then ground to a size that suits the brewing method. The grind size can range from coarse (ideal for French press) to fine (for espresso). The right grind size is crucial for proper extraction, ensuring that the water can absorb the coffee's flavors and aromas effectively.\nFinally, the ground coffee is ready for brewing, the final step in the coffee-making process. There are various brewing methods, including drip brewing, espresso, French press, and pour-over, each offering a different taste experience. The choice of brewing method, water temperature, and brewing time all influence the final cup's flavor and strength.\nThe process of making coffee is an intricate dance of art and science, from the careful cultivation of coffee plants to the precise roasting and brewing techniques. Each step in the process plays a vital role in shaping the coffee's character, offering a rich tapestry of flavors and aromas. Whether enjoyed as a morning ritual, a midday pick-me-up, or a reason to gather with friends, coffee's journey from bean to cup is a testament to the dedication and passion of those who bring this beloved beverage into our lives.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://cfgnb.org/frank-e-rogers-scholarship-for-agricultural-studies/", "date": "2021-01-27T00:05:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610704804187.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20210126233034-20210127023034-00746.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9581054449081421, "token_count": 310, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-04", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__113584596", "lang": "en", "text": "Frank E. Rogers Scholarship for Agricultural Studies\nThe Frank E. Rogers Scholarship for Agricultural Studies was established in 2009 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of\nRogers Orchards and the legacy of Frank “Bud” Rogers, the orchard’s 6th generation owner.\nThe scholarship provides financial support for graduating seniors of the Carl M. Small Regional Agriculture Center of Southington High School who are pursuing a college degree in agricultural food production. Future graduates who meet the criteria will be invited to apply each spring. Students who receive the scholarship may apply for renewed funding in their second, third and fourth years if they are attending college full time and pursuing a degree in agricultural studies as it related to food production.\n“Having the younger generation pursue the study of farming so that we can continue to grow food locally is important and a very worthwhile career. I was fortunate to do what I love and would like to make it a little easier for someone else to pursue an interest and a dream through this scholarship. Our success was due in no small measure to Dad’s efforts. He came back to the farm after graduating from UConn with a degree in business in 1948 and was intent on passing it on to the next generation in better shape than he found it.” John Rogers, Rogers Orchards.\nTo learn more about how to apply for the Rogers Scholarship, contact Candice Tabone at email@example.com or 860.229.6018, ex. 300.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://ayamm.org/en/this-place-in-oman-has-a-bumper-grape-crop-this-year/", "date": "2023-05-29T11:06:55Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224644855.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20230529105815-20230529135815-00188.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9499416947364807, "token_count": 649, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__270716384", "lang": "en", "text": "Muscat: Grapes cultivation is growing in Al Mudhaibi.\nAl Rawdha village in the Wilayat of Al Mudhaibi in the Governorate of North A’Sharqiya is known for its diverse agricultural crops throughout the year thanks to its fertile soil and year-round availability of water in abundance. Besides the cultivation of date palm trees, citrus fruits, fodder and multiple types of fruit trees, grape cultivation stands out as one of the most important agricultural crops in the village.\nCurrently grape is very abundant in the markets of the wilayat and neighbouring wilayats, achieving a great economic return for farmers, and being able to compete with imported grapes.\nEng. Qais bin Amer Al Ma’awali, Head of the Agricultural Development Section in of the Agricultural Development Department in Samad Al Shan said, “The cultivated area of grape in Al Rawdha village is estimated at 13,000 square meters, and it produces about 14 tonnes, at a value of up to OMR20,000 annually.”\n“There is a great interest in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries in grape cultivation. The ministry provides materials and moral support to farmers, including seminars, improved seedlings, introducing farmers to modern agricultural methods, and promoting agricultural products”, he said.\nSarhan bin Shatit Al Habsi, grape farmer in Al Rawdha village said, “The interest in growing grape is continuously increasing. It receives significant attention from farmers and officials at various agricultural development sections in the wilayat. This is noticed in recent years in the large agricultural areas where grapes are grown.”\nThe availability of fertile agricultural soils and fresh water whether from Aflaj (ancient irrigation system) or wells in Al Rawdha village contributed greatly to the success of the grape cultivation.\nAttention given to grape cultivation in the village starts at the beginning of the season until the date of harvest, including continuous irrigation, fertilisation, pruning, creating an appropriate environment, protection against agricultural pests and using modern agricultural methods.\nAl Habsi indicated that there are many types of grapes including black, white, and Lebanese, which achieve outstanding success in cultivation and quality. Harvesting of grapes in the village starts from June and ends at the end of August.\nThe price per kilogramme of grape during this period reaches approximately OMR1 to OMR1.5, and the prices go up at the end of the season. Grapes are marketed in the neighbouring markets and sometimes it is sold directly in the farm. The prices of grapes are appropriate due to its high quality.\nFarmers in Al Rawdha village are interested in cultivating many other agricultural crops that have been successful, including figs, oranges, and mangoes.\nThey aspire to introduce other various agricultural crops in order to diversify production throughout the year.\nThere is continuous monitoring and guidance by the farmers themselves in the management of farms, especially those with experience, next to the technical guidelines that are obtained by technicians in the agricultural development sections, which direct farmers to modern agricultural methods, whether to grow grapes or other agricultural crops.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://indonesiaaccess.co.id/2019/02/19/indonesian-processed-coffee-exports-continue-to-increase/", "date": "2019-05-27T05:43:54Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232261326.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20190527045622-20190527071622-00234.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9399614930152893, "token_count": 526, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__136518424", "lang": "en", "text": "Indonesian processed coffee exports show increasing performance. Besides being supported by the status of the fourth largest coffee bean producer in the world, Indonesia has hundreds of medium and large scale coffee processing companies.\nBased on data from the Ministry of Industry, coffee exports in 2016 reached 145,000 tons or US $ 428 million, then in 2017 it increased to 178,000 tons or US $ 487 million. In 2018, there was a surge in exports of 21.49% to 216,000 tons with an increase of 19.01% to US $ 580 million.\nMinister of Industry Airlangga Hartarto said that the export of processed coffee was dominated by instant processed coffee amounting to 87.9% and the rest based on extracts and essence.\n“The main export destinations of the national coffee processing industry include the Philippines, Malaysia, Iran, China and the United Arab Emirates,” he said in a press statement quoted by bisnis.com, Tuesday (02/19/2019).\nAirlangga also said, Indonesia is the fourth largest coffee producer in the world after Brazil, Vietnam and Colombia. This has become a potential development of the domestic coffee processing industry.\n“Our coffee production is 639,000 tons in 2017 or 8% of world coffee production with a composition of 72.84 percent, which is robusta coffee and 27.16% arabica coffee,” he said.\nIn 2017, there were 101 processed coffee companies covering large and medium scale with a total employment of 24,000 people and a total production capacity of more than 260,000 tons per year.\nIn addition, Indonesia also has various types of specialty coffee that are known in the world, including Kopi Luwak with distinctive flavors and aromas according to the geographical indications that are the hallmarks of Indonesia.\nTo date, 24 geographical indications for Indonesian coffee have been registered, including Gayo Arabica Coffee, Toraja Arabica Coffee, Bali Pupuan Robusta Coffee, Koerintji Sumatra Arabica Coffee, Liberika Tungkal Coffee Jambi, and Liberika Rangsang Meranti Coffee.\nIn order to improve the performance of the national coffee processing industry amidst the era of globalization of trade and free markets, strategic efforts are needed to boost competitiveness and productivity.\nThese steps, among others, are through the use of technologies that improve efficiency and innovation, improve product quality by implementing quality management and food safety systems, as well as increasing human resources such as baristas, roasters and cupper.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://teachermj.com/courses/vanilla-cupcakes/", "date": "2021-04-10T22:57:24Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038059348.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20210410210053-20210411000053-00540.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9155076146125793, "token_count": 139, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-17", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__48007279", "lang": "en", "text": "Parsley and mint are also good companion herbs for tomatoes and deter a number of pests. Basil is also a favorable plant to grow near tomatoes and purportedly increases not only the vigor of the tomatoes, but their flavor as well.\nFlowers such as marigolds keep nematodes from attacking tomato plants and their sharp odor confuses other insects. Nasturtiums help to deter whiteflies as well as aphids.\nRead more at Gardening Know How: Tomato Companions: Learn About Plants That Grow With Tomatoes https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/tomato/tomato-plant-companions.htm", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.bredaphoto.nl/dick-de-koning/?lang=en", "date": "2022-01-27T10:54:59Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320305260.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20220127103059-20220127133059-00154.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9729291796684265, "token_count": 220, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-05", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__12539005", "lang": "en", "text": "King Of The Farmers\nDick de Koning is a cattle farmer who, together with others in the agricultural sector, wants to change the predominant image of the farmer. Many people, mainly from the urbanized western part of the Netherlands, see farmers as being animal-unfriendly and not very clean, although they have no idea of what things are really like in the sector. According to Dick, the agricultural sector in the Netherlands is the cleanest in Europe, and farmers are unjustly made the scapegoats for a variety of environmental problems. He is therefore now in consultation with others on how they can change this prevailing image.\nHis own farm plays a central in that new, alternative image. Together with photographer Gerard Nel, he wants to openly show the realities on his farm. For the Power to the Models project, he wants to make a presentation with fences and cut outs of farm animals, so that visitors really get the feeling of being in an agricultural environment. In addition, he is producing a video that gives more context about farm life and why people have formed the wrong image of it.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://amirstha.com.np/asare-ropai-dahi-chura-asar-15/", "date": "2023-09-22T08:08:14Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506339.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20230922070214-20230922100214-00324.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8895968198776245, "token_count": 131, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__220051978", "lang": "en", "text": "Asare Ropai | Dahi Chura |Asar 15\n“Rice Planting Festival in Nepal – 15 Ashadh” This is one of the country’s most important monsoon season festivals which marks the first planting of the staple crop (Rice). “Ashar Pandhra” or the fifteenth of Ashar is the day when the crop planting season officially begins. Farmers all over Nepal celebrate this festival by plowing the field, planting Rice saplings, singing, and dancing. The special food, Dahi- Chiura (yogurt and beaten rice) is eaten to celebrate the festival.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://erezkedem.com/en/agriculture-in-israel/", "date": "2022-08-08T23:10:07Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570879.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808213349-20220809003349-00173.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9175474643707275, "token_count": 594, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2022-33", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__110013976", "lang": "en", "text": "Agriculture in Israel\nWhat is cultivated?\nWhere are they cultivated?\nThe orchards are located north-east of the Kinneret\nIn the Kahal / Maale Gamla / Had Nes Region\nKibbutzim, moshavim, agricultural organizations and private farmers\nErez Kedem’s Orchards\nWhere are the orchards located?\nErez Kedem’s orchards are spread out in the Galilee and Golan region, in a large expanse between Moshav Kahal that faces the Kinneret from the West,\nthrough the winding road that ascends from the valley reaching Maale Gamla in the Golan up to Had Nes that is almost submerged in the teeming Jordan River waters.\nWhat do the orchards contain?\nHundreds of thousands of square meters of mango orchards of all varieties\nTens of thousands of square meters of established avocado orchards.\nTens of thousands of square meters of citrus fruits – Lime, tangerines and various types of oranges.\nThe choice fruits that grow in Erez Kedem’s orchards go directly from the tree to the packinghouses and large customers in Israel and globally.\nThe orchards and nurseries undergo strict inspection and control by the flora protection services which operate within the framework of the Israeli Ministry of Agriculture and they comply with the strict demands and all the relevant international export standards.\nMango – A tropical fruit that is that most Israeli available.\nThere are hundreds of thousands of square meters of mangos in our orchards,\nof the best Israeli varieties – Noa, Sheli, Omer, Tali and David etc.\nApart from eating it as a fruit, the mango is also used as an ingredient in pastries, salads, and desserts.\nOrange – the most well-known Israeli fruit in the world.\nOf course, it is the most common among the citrus fruits.\nWe cultivate tens of thousands of square meters of oranges over a variety of species.\nThe Israeli orange is the most delicious available\nThe avocado is an evergreen subtropical fruit tree originating in Central America.\nWe cultivate tens of thousands of square meters of well-established avocado orchards on the Northern slopes of the Golan down to the Kinneret.\nLimes also found in our citrus groves.\nThe lime is a fruit from the citrus family.\nThe fruit has a dark green to yellow color.\nIn shape and taste, the lime resembles the lemon, but is sourer and, of course, rich in vitamin C.\nDo you want additional details? Contact us by completing the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://sarvabioremed.com/products/agroremedbr/agroremedbr-case-studies/mandarituba-municipal-garden-project-brazil/", "date": "2019-02-23T02:18:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550249434065.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20190223021219-20190223043219-00519.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9809206128120422, "token_count": 351, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-09", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__147810907", "lang": "en", "text": "Conclusions: At the municipal garden in Mandarituba, soil was contaminated with transformer oil due to an act of vandalism. COPEL, the utility company was responsible for the cleanup and restoration of the contaminated soils and the company decided to use AgroRemed BR CTBA specially customized for such applications. The site was excavated and treated as biopile with AgroRemed BR CTBA. Both TPH values and VOC’s were acceptable and the project is closed. The studies showed that AgroRemed BR CTBA was effective in the ratio of almost 1 gallon per ton of soil contaminated with transformer soils.\nTransformers at the substation and spilled oil\nThe transformer oil from the transformers was spilled by miscreants at the substation in a municipal garden in Mandarituba in Brazil. The utility company COPEL was responsible for the cleanup according to the regulators. It was not possible to transport the contaminated soil and hence on-site treatment using AgroRemed BR was considered as the available option.\nOn-site treatment through biopile\nContaminated soil was excavated and set in biopiles at the site for bioremediation treatment.\nApplication of AgroRemed BR using watering can\nAgroRemed BR received in 55 gallon drums was transferred into inexpensive watering cans for spray on the biopiles.\nAgroRemed BR being sprayed on the biopile\nAgroRemed BR was sprayed at the rate of almost 1 gallon per ton of soil and the soil was analysed after three weeks and there was a great reduction in the TPH values. Concentrations of VOC was also determined and based on these values the project was closed.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://24diy.store/product/funteck-plant-tying-machine-for-grapes-raspberries-tomatoes-and-vining-vegetables-comes-with-tapes-staples-and-two-replacement-bladesorange/", "date": "2023-10-04T12:13:44Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511369.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20231004120203-20231004150203-00405.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.8710493445396423, "token_count": 239, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__48741401", "lang": "en", "text": "FUNTECK Plant Tying Machine for Grapes, Raspberries, Tomatoes and Vining Vegetables, Comes with Tapes, Staples and Two Replacement Blades,Orange\n$36.99 - $34.99\n(as of Oct 20,2022 17:03:40 UTC – Details)\nTo calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.\nVery easy operation – Half press to catch tape and then a full press to staple and cut.\nTime saver – This tying stapler makes trellising your plants much more efficient than using zip ties and cable ties.\nA practical and economic way for nurserymen, tree growers, vineyards, and orchards to tie plants.\nThe tape tool can be used for different kinds of plants such as grapes, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, flowers etc.\nThe plant tying tool comes with 10 rolls of tapes and a box of staples and ready to go.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://institutomahle.org.br/en/projects/compass-action/", "date": "2023-06-10T18:17:36Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224657735.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610164417-20230610194417-00202.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9436154365539551, "token_count": 283, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-23", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__274135974", "lang": "en", "text": "Florianópolis – SC\nThe insertion of young people with special needs and women from peripheral communities in the labor market is the focus of this project that provides training in organic and biodynamic agriculture, legal access rights, school monitoring, artistic activities and the preparation and processing of sheep’s wool. According to the WHO (WHO, 2012), there are about 45.6 million people with disabilities in Brazil. The Compass Action project promotes professional training for teenage and adult women with disabilities, through sustainable practices in organic urban gardens. There are about 100 people benefiting directly – including apprentices and their families, biologists, artists, teachers, agronomists, sheep producers and material suppliers – and another 800 indirectly, consumers of wool products sold from the surrounding community.\n– Promote socio-educational actions in the training and education of young people with special needs.\n– Promote the professional training of this vulnerable and underserved group of people through training in biodynamic agriculture and wool work.\n– Distribution of 11.5 tons of organic food in 2020.\n– 1,900 baskets of vegetables sold directly to the consumer, in addition to the consigned sale of 200 kg of sunflower sprouts to five organic product stores.\n– Donation of 200 baskets and sprouts to the Solidarity Kitchen project, which prepares meals for socially vulnerable people.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.qac.org/538/Agricultural-Preservation-Advisory-Board", "date": "2021-05-07T16:02:13Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988796.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20210507150814-20210507180814-00087.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9350231289863586, "token_count": 221, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-21", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__44301638", "lang": "en", "text": "The Queen Anne’s County Commissioners are looking for county citizen volunteer to fill upcoming vacancies on the Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board. Anyone interested in serving is encouraged to send a letter of interest and brief resume to email@example.com or via mail to Lynda Thomas, 107 N. Liberty Street, Centreville, MD 21617. Those with questions may also reach Ms. Thomas at 410-758-4098. Deadline for submissions will remain open until filled.\nThe Agricultural Preservation Advisory Board was formed in 1990 and is based on Maryland State Law concerning such boards. The purpose of the board is to:\nAdvise county government with respect to establishment of agricultural districts and the approval of purchases of easements by the foundation within the County.\nAssist in reviewing the status of agricultural districts and land under easement.\nAdvise the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Fund concerning County priorities for agricultural preservation.\nPromote preservation of agriculture within the County by offering information and assistance to farmers concerning the establishment of districts and purchase of easements and to perform any other duties assigned by the County.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.kitozyme.com/en/news/kitogreen-now-approved-for-organic-agriculture-by-european-commission/", "date": "2024-04-12T20:58:19Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816070.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412194614-20240412224614-00605.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.935145914554596, "token_count": 474, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__60361909", "lang": "en", "text": "Herstal, Belgium (15 November 2023) KitoZyme announces a significant advancement in the world of organic agriculture: the European Commission has officially amended Regulation (EU) 2023/2229, granting approval for the use of KitoZyme’s innovative KitoGreen® product, derived from Aspergillus niger, in organic farming.\nOriginally acclaimed for its non-animal origin, non-GMO, vegan, and eco-friendly elicitor properties, KitoGreen® has been recognized as a Basic Substance for Plant Protection since 2022. The recent amendment published by the European Commission highlights the inclusion of fungal chitosan in organic farming, a testament to KitoZyme’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. The approval of KitoGreen® for use in organic farming is set to provide a new tool to all EU farmers. It offers an effective solution for plant diseases through its eliciting properties, perfectly aligned with the principles of organic farming.\nFrançois Blondel, Chief Executive Officer of KitoZyme, commented, “Receiving confirmation from the European Commission on KitoGreen ® ‘s approval is a positive achievement for our team at KitoZyme. It reinforces the value of our fungal chitosan as a plant-based alternative in organic agriculture, and it’s a clear signal that our approach to sustainable agriculture is on the right track”\nKitoZyme has demonstrated the efficacy of its compound, thanks to its eliciting properties, for the prevention of fungal and bacterial diseases on a wide variety of crops, including vegetables, grapes, berries and sports turfs, and the company is continuously strengthening its scientific knowledge, as Guillaume Deleixhe, Business Development Manager, explains: “KitoZyme further advance the science of KitoGreen® , either on a stand-alone basis or in close collaboration with our partners. Besides foliar applications, we are delighted by the good results emerging from seed treatments as well as post- harvest usages.”\nKitoZyme is gearing up to make KitoGreen® available for organic farmers across all 27 European countries. The company is also actively exploring partnerships to enhance the reach and impact of this revolutionary product.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://onceinabluemoon.ca/the-worlds-beloved-brew-exploring-the-art-and-science-of-coffee/", "date": "2024-02-21T01:56:45Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473360.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221002544-20240221032544-00405.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9414198398590088, "token_count": 925, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__20305795", "lang": "en", "text": "Coffee, the aromatic elixir that has captivated hearts and minds around the world for centuries, is more than just a beverage. It is a cultural phenomenon, a social lubricant, and an art form. From bustling coffee shops in cosmopolitan cities to remote villages in the heart of coffee-growing regions, this humble bean has a universal appeal that transcends borders and languages. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of coffee, exploring its origins, the cultivation process, various brewing methods, and the science behind its complex flavors and aromas.\nThe Origins of Coffee\nThe story of coffee’s origins is steeped in legend and lore. According to popular belief, coffee was discovered in the ninth century by an Ethiopian goat herder named Kaldi. Legend has it that Kaldi noticed his goats became unusually energetic after eating the berries from a certain tree. Curious, he tried the berries himself and experienced a newfound burst of energy. The word about these magical berries soon spread, and coffee began its journey through the centuries.\nThe Coffee Plant\nCoffee comes from the seeds, or beans, of the Coffea plant, which belongs to the Rubiaceae family. The two most common species of coffee are Arabica and Robusta, each with its own distinct flavor profile. Arabica beans are known for their smooth, mild taste, while Robusta beans tend to be bolder and more bitter. The coffee plant requires specific conditions to thrive, including the right altitude, climate, and soil composition. As a result, coffee is primarily grown in tropical regions near the equator, often referred to as the “coffee belt.”\nCultivation and Harvesting\nCoffee cultivation is a labor-intensive process that involves several stages. Farmers carefully tend to coffee trees, ensuring they receive the right amount of sunlight, water, and nutrients. Coffee cherries, which contain the coffee beans, are usually harvested once they have ripened. There are two primary methods of harvesting coffee: selective picking and strip picking. Selective picking involves hand-selecting only the ripest cherries, while strip picking involves harvesting all the cherries at once.\nProcessing and Roasting\nOnce harvested, the coffee cherries go through a series of processing steps to extract the beans. This can involve methods such as dry processing (sun-drying the cherries), wet processing (fermenting and washing the cherries), or honey processing (removing the skin but leaving some mucilage on the beans for added flavor). After processing, the green coffee beans are ready for roasting.\nRoasting is where the magic happens. Roasters carefully control the temperature and duration of the roasting process to develop the desired flavors and aromas. Lighter roasts tend to have more pronounced acidity and floral notes, while darker roasts offer richer, bolder flavors with hints of chocolate and caramel.\nBrewing Coffee: An Art and a Science\nThe act of brewing coffee is a delicate balance between art and science. There are numerous methods, each offering a unique experience. Some of the most popular brewing methods include drip brewing, espresso, French press, AeroPress, and pour-over. The choice of method, grind size, water temperature, and brew time all contribute to the final cup’s flavor and aroma.\nThe Science Behind Flavor\nThe flavor of coffee is a result of complex chemical reactions that occur during brewing. Compounds such as chlorogenic acids, lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins all play a role in shaping the taste and aroma of coffee. The brewing process extracts these compounds from the coffee grounds, and their interaction determines the final cup’s flavor profile. The balance of sweetness, acidity, bitterness, and body can vary widely depending on factors like coffee bean origin, roast level, and brewing method.\nCoffee is more than just a drink; it is a worldwide cultural phenomenon that brings people together, fuels creativity, and provides comfort. From its legendary origins to the meticulous cultivation and the science of brewing, coffee is a fascinating journey of discovery. Whether you savor a single-origin pour-over at your local artisanal cafe or enjoy a cup of espresso on a bustling street corner, coffee offers a rich tapestry of flavors and aromas that continue to captivate the hearts of millions around the world. So, the next time you sip your favorite brew, take a moment to appreciate the art and science that goes into that humble cup of coffee.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://eastsidefarm.blogspot.com/2010/08/", "date": "2018-06-20T10:53:35Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267863518.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20180620104904-20180620124904-00154.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9748904705047607, "token_count": 292, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2018-26", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__2023773", "lang": "en", "text": "|Our farm/garden was featured in Discoveries Magazine, August 2010|\nAfter Farmer Jeff gave me an incubator for Christmas (yes, all his fault!) we have had a dramatic rise in the number of chickens. We also now have a dramatic number of roosters and are offering them to anyone that will take them! I have even considered butchering them and making Coq au Vin, but can't bring myself to do it...yet. It will really depend on how many more sleepless nights we and the neighbors suffer through!\nI don't dare try to recap May - almost September. Suffice to say it has been a strange growing season on the farm. We have over 500 tomatoes planted...and the coldest summer in 70 years. Our melons, however, are the best ever, with Crane melons as the current favorite. They are on the Slow Food Ark of Taste along with other things we are growing such as the Jimmy Nardello Sweet Italian Frying Peppers, Petaluma Gold Rush Beans. The rest of what we have planted are heirloom varieties.\nWe are about to move into the \"preserving the harvest\" phase of the year. We have peaches to turn into jam, tomatoes to turn into sauce, pears to dehydrate, and lots more to pick! Peppers and pepper roasting will follow.\nThanks for following our journey...more tales to come!", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://regenagscience.org/2019/03/03/the-carbon-controversy-of-christine-jones/", "date": "2020-05-31T09:53:00Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347413097.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20200531085047-20200531115047-00571.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9433396458625793, "token_count": 1349, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2020-24", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__26032795", "lang": "en", "text": "14 May 2019 Note these were my quick thoughts on the matter, and this issue would do well with a much deeper, nuanced and well researched (and cited) article, the writing of which I haven’t gotten around to and likely won’t for some time. Thanks to Christian Stalberg for alerting me to the rather terrifying reality that someone besides my mom and a few close friends might be able to find this site before it’s really organized and ‘put out there’. I’d welcome comments, feedback and your thoughts in the comments below, or email me at [susan] dot [cousineau] at [gmail.com]. Thanks.\nDr. Christine Jones is raising some ire. In her workshops, such as that held at Paicines Ranch in early February, she contends that because carbon dioxide comprises just 0.4% of the atmosphere, while water is 80% by mass and 95% by volume, the former is trivial while we really need to be focusing our climate-change efforts on water vapour. Others in the regenerative agriculture community also make similar claims, included renowned former-CSIRO microbiologist Walter Jehne, and soil educator and Soil Carbon Coalition founder Peter Donovan.\nI brought up this claim at our lab meeting and everyone was pretty adamant that because water vapour is so variable – basing the argument on differences in humidity – it can’t possibly be considered the most important greenhouse gas, and that whatever science she was citing was either bunk, misunderstood, or both. To be fair, it does seem, at first, appealing and perhaps intuitive to equate ‘most abundant’ (i.e. water) with ‘most important’. That still didn’t really satisfy, because I wasn’t clear if we were all (me, the lab, Christine) referring to atmospheric concentrations, e.g. partial pressures, relative volumes or masses, or local concentrations, e.g. percent humidity, or what, and I wasn’t clear for myself whether it mattered or not. So I left it ‘for now’ and continued writing up my article summarizing the weekend’s workshop. I brainfarted out a place-holder paragraph to note the controversy without landing my foot in either boat, for now:\n“One point of Christine’s work, though, raises a lot of eyebrows, and that’s her contention that water vapor, not carbon dioxide, is the critical greenhouse gas that we need to be working to mitigate. A quick read through the literature reveals this is anything but a settled question, and the controversy has been going on for over a decade, with American Chemistry Association, NASA, NOAA, Yale Climate Connections, and other climate research bodies weighing in.”\nThe ‘over a decade’ remark alludes to a number of articles written in 2008, namely on those websites listed above, but also one in 2004, in addition to others in 2011 and 2016. Clearly the conversation has been going on for awhile; Forbes, The Guardian, New Scientist, Skeptical Science, and Regeneration International (via the AgJournal article) have all weighed in since.\nThe gist of the counterargument, i.e. water vapour isn’t the gas we need to worry about, lies in the distinction between forcing and feedback. The Yale Climate Connections was the best layperson review for me on this topic, if you’re not clear already. So reducing water vapour, which has been increasing since the Industrial Revolution along with other key greenhouse gases carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxides, could be advantageous in reducing the feedbacks, it won’t do anything to impact the forcing effects of increasing the other (non-compressible) gases.\nHere’s the rub, though: surface warming due to loss of vegetation and desertification is increasing both the amount of water vapour entering the atmosphere by evaporation, and the temperature of the air, allowing it to hold more water as vapour (increased humidity with rising temperature). What Christine Jones is proposing – keeping soils covered year-round with green, growing plants – has enormous capacity to greatly reduce surface soil temperatures. (Here’s a good overview of the surface cooling effects of vegetation on climate). Furthermore, those actively growing plants are busy taking up carbon dioxide and, if her claims are accurate, stacking that carbon deep in the soil, locking it away in soil biology and organic complexes, i.e. humus.\nI’m not going to say that it doesn’t matter if her, and others’, take on the science of carbon dioxide vs. water vapour is right or wrong; it does, because if they get that wrong it throws into question her expertise and credibility on all of the other work she speaks on, including the roles of quorum sensing, epigenetics and self-organization in soil microbial communities. The water vapour conversation is controversial, for sure, and for all intents and purposes from what I have read and gleaned from colleagues working in climate-related fields, the claim is wrong: the greenhouse gases carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxides, are the ones we need to be worrying about in terms of emissions reduction, changes to cultural norms and technology, and agricultural reform. We can impact water vapour patterns and distribution by revegetation, especially in trees, which is what Walter Jehne and Peter Donovan (also) actively support; but we ignore the other gases at our peril (see Yale’s discussion on forcing and feedbacks).\nHowever, the impacts of heeding her advice for keeping soil covered year-round, while adding and supporting existing soil biology and plant biodiversity, are good for both the climate and agriculture, in terms of capturing and storing carbon dioxide through the liquid carbon pathway, while reducing surface temperatures, evaporative water losses, and nutrient loss due to run-off and leaching. All these lead to productive gains for farmers, reduced inputs (less pollution, less money, less time), improved ecological health, greater soil water storage (less irrigation), and so on.\nFor now, I’m going to have to be content to pick and choose through the information she’s offered us. None of us get it right all of the time; most of us get it wrong more than we think; and maybe the best we can hope for, is to get it right when it counts the most.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://blog.infochimps.com/2012/08/13/the-impact-of-a-nationwide-drought/", "date": "2017-11-21T19:28:39Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806422.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20171121185236-20171121205236-00732.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.946404755115509, "token_count": 102, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2017-47", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__196035016", "lang": "en", "text": "- August 13, 2012\nAccording to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal, more than half of the United States is dry. Insufficient rainfall and soaring temperatures have left much of the country ravaged with severe crop damage. The latest US Drought monitor indicates that 20% of the country is facing extreme or exceptional drought conditions, up 7% from just one week ago. Perhaps it is time that the country as a whole take a hard look at solutions, such as Tom Mason’s Water Plan.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.pratttribune.com/news/20191219/kansas-leaders-tout-usmca-passage", "date": "2021-09-24T09:13:57Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057508.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20210924080328-20210924110328-00587.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9533382654190063, "token_count": 845, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2021-39", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__195173940", "lang": "en", "text": "The House of Representatives passed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement by a bipartisan vote of 385-41. USMCA will now be advanced to the Senate.\n“I’ve long said that support for USMCA crosses political parties, the bipartisan passage of the agreement today is proof of that,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue in a release. “I am pleased the House finally brought this agreement to a vote and encourage quick passage in the Senate. President Trump delivered on his promise to replace NAFTA and USMCA is a huge success for America’s farmers and ranchers. This agreement will unleash the bounty of America’s agricultural harvest to two of our largest trading partners in the world and it is critical to the success of rural America.”\nFor the past two years, this trade agreement awaited approval in the House. Rep. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., said this bill will create thousands of jobs in Kansas.\n“This deal delivers hundreds of millions of dollars in market opportunities for Kansas agriculture goods, streamlined supply chains for our small businesses and thousands of new jobs for hard-working Kansans,” Marshall said in a release.\nSen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., agreed.\n“Canada and Mexico are Kansas’ top two export markets, and over the last two years, I have heard directly from Kansans how vital a modern trade deal like USMCA would be for our farmers, ranchers and manufacturers to compete and succeed in the 21st Century economy.”\nSupport for the agreement came from many in the agriculture realm. Grain growers have rallied behind the bill for months. This agreement builds upon already strong partnerships.\nNational Sorghum Producers Chairman Dan Atkisson, a sorghum farmer from Stockton, Kansas, said in a release, \"USMCA provides a needed level of certainty for U.S. farmers and ranchers.”\nAgricultural growers hoped this agreement would pass before 2019. According to the American Soybean Association, Mexico is the No. 2 market for whole beans, meal and oil, and Canada is the No. 4 buyer of meal and No. 7 buyer of oil for U.S. soybean farmers.\nAs both Mexico and Canada can be reached by rail and truck, the opportunity for trade at lower shipping costs can be realized.\n\"USMCA builds on the success of the NAFTA agreement, and will ultimately lead to greater market access and stronger partnerships with our nearest neighbors,” said Rich Felts, president of Kansas Farm Bureau. “Kansas agriculture is the backbone of our state’s export-focused economy that has benefited under NAFTA.”\nRep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, has championed the trade deal since it was announced by President Donald Trump last year.\n\"As I have said for more than a year, passing the USMCA is great news for Kansas and our country,\" Estes said in a release. \"The journey to this day has been longer and harder than it should have been. For too long, the USMCA took a back seat to partisan politics, causing farmers, ranchers and workers to miss out on economic growth and jobs in the meantime. However today, we take a giant step forward to finally make this free and fair trade deal a reality.\"\nAccording to Purdue, Canada and Mexico are the first- and second-largest export markets for United States food and agricultural products, totaling more than $39.7 billion food and agricultural exports in 2018. These exports support more than 325,000 American jobs.\nAll food and agricultural products that have zero tariffs under the North American Free Trade Agreement will remain at zero tariffs, Purdue said in a release. USMCA will create new market opportunities for U.S. exports to Canada of dairy, poultry and eggs, the release said, and in exchange the United States will provide new access to Canada for dairy, peanut and a limited amount of sugar. Canada also agreed to terminate its wheat grading system. This would enable more competitive trade.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://greenbeltmuseum.org/2011/03/17/museum-lecture-series-welcomes-smithsonian-gardening-expert/", "date": "2016-10-01T22:14:32Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738663308.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173743-00052-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9290565848350525, "token_count": 325, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2016-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__31511797", "lang": "en", "text": "We are honored to welcome Cynthia A. Brown, the Smithsonian Gardens’ Education Specialist and Manager of Collections and Education, as the speaker for the next Museum lecture, Designing an Urban Potager, scheduled for April 19, 2011 in the Greenbelt Community Center. According to Ms. Brown, “a traditional French kitchen garden – potager – mingles vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs to make the function of providing food for the table aesthetically pleasing. An urban potager uses every inch of available space, growing edibles and ornamentals on balconies, patios, porches and rooftops.” Join us to hear how Ms. Brown will eliminate excuses for excluding edibles with suggestions on what edibles to grow, unusual ways to grow them and how to do it all with style!\nMs. Brown is a regular contributor to Washington Gardener magazine and the Washington Post blog AllWeCanEat/Groundworks. She is a frequent speaker at many venues and enjoys entertaining the public with her gardening trials and tribulations. Ms. Brown wasn’t always an expert. She started gardening because she loves to cook and was frustrated at the inability to purchase the special herbs and vegetables mentioned in cookbooks and cooking magazines. She believes that every garden should be a mix of ornamentals and edibles for a truly gourmet garden!\nThe Friends of the Greenbelt Museum Annual Meeting will begin at 7pm immediately prior to the lecture. Please join us.\nThis Greenbelt Museum lecture is offered in conjunction with our exhibit, Green from the Start: A History of Gardening in Greenbelt.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://www.brauerei-treiber.de/en/home/", "date": "2023-09-30T18:28:56Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510707.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930181852-20230930211852-00222.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9607350826263428, "token_count": 197, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2023-40", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__248978917", "lang": "en", "text": "The purity law of 1516 is considered the oldest food law. It states that only the raw materials hops and malt, water and yeast may be used to make beer, any other addition is prohibited. This guarantees the unique purity of the beer, to which German brewers have long been committed and which can also be found more and more abroad.\nThe grain from the field must first be converted into malt. For this purpose, barley or wheat is usually germinated by soaking it in water. During this work step, enzymes are formed that have to perform important tasks in the later brewing process. The germinated grain is then dried at temperatures of up to 80 – 110 ° C to make it durable.\nFurthermore, this drying process has the greatest influence on the later color of the beer: the stronger the temperature, the darker the malt and thus the beer.\nDriver – Kurpfälzer beer since 1880.\nOne name, one region – top quality.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://munmenggroup.com/our-durians/", "date": "2024-02-26T20:53:40Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474663.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226194006-20240226224006-00722.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9419063925743103, "token_count": 305, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-10", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__96224441", "lang": "en", "text": "Durian - The King of Fruits\nDubbed the King of Fruits, durian is undoubtedly one of Malaysia’s most significant products. There are many different durian breeds planted in Malaysia, with each breed having its own distinctive flavour and aroma. Unlike artificially ripened durians commonly found in other countries, where the durians are unnaturally ripened by ethephon (a ripening agent) and immediately collected upon ripening, the durians in Malaysia mature naturally and are collected when they separate from the tree naturally. This natural process gives the durians their distinctive flavour and pleasurable aroma. Although durian is a seasonal fruit, it is available throughout the year here in Malaysia. Generally, July-September and November- January are the peak harvest periods for durians.\nThe Home of Durian – Raub\nNestled in Pahang, Raub is acclaimed as the home of Musang King due to its premium quality and good harvest. Raub is the ideal place to grow premium Musang King durian because of its strategic location in the Peninsular Malaysia’s main mountain range that is home to Malaysia’s three famous mountains – Genting Highlands, Cameron Highlands and Fraser’s Hill. These three mountains embrace Raub, providing the cool climate, clean air and abundant rain that are essential for Musang King’s abundant growth. Raub’s abundant sunlight and good drainage further ensure a bountiful Musang King harvest.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "https://alicewilliams.com/picking-olives-what-fun/", "date": "2024-04-15T13:02:06Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816977.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415111434-20240415141434-00380.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9774555563926697, "token_count": 566, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2024-18", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__128909855", "lang": "en", "text": "November is the start of the season here in Provence. From November through January, anyone who has olive orchards are busy picking!\nSo, if you are lucky enough to have a beautiful orchard of olive trees to enjoy all year around, you are now obligated to pick them! Not to mention the delight of having your own delicious olive oil to enjoy for the next year!\nWhether you have 30 trees or even 200, friends are invited and their friend’s friends, too, to come and pick. It’s an occasion to get together, to see friends you haven’t seen in a while, to chat, have fun, enjoy the sunshine and fall nip in the air and pick olives. In exchange for all this free labor, the owners are obligated to serve the most scrumptious meals they possibly can.\nLast year I attended my first olive picking at the home of a new French friend I had recently met through a mutual friend… Ariane. Well, it was a fabulous experience. Set up in the hills beyond a small village very close to where we live, Ariane’s father had planted 200 trees over 100 years before. But the number is deceiving as most of the individual trees were a tight group of three or four. Reason being is that a terrible frost in 1956 in this orchard had killed most of them. But instead of just dying, these stubborn olive trees sent out new young shoots around the mother plant as a way of saying, ‘I’m not through yet!’ Nature is such a strong force. My point being… there were one hell of a lot of trees to pick.\nHere’s the process:\nFirst, a large net is spread around the base of the tree, then everyone grabs a plastic rake with a short handle that has teeth just wide enough to scoop down the olives. Or you pick by hand (which I prefer) for, as Ariane says, your hands benefit from the oil. The young volunteers climb to the top, while the older ones attack the bottom. And, amazingly, in just a very short time, the tree is picked clean. The net is gathered by many and all the olives are put in crates or large bags which will eventually be put in the trunk of cars to be taken to the co-op. And so it goes, as the team moves slowly down the rows of trees. For me, it was a good way to practice my French, listening to stories and chatting away with the others.\nAround one, we break for lunch. And… quel repas. The French sure know how to eat. Always wonderfully simple, very fresh and delicious and, definitely, with some wine of the region.", "domain": "agronomy"}
{"url": "http://blasytir.com/mrs-claus-kitchen-visits-the-royal-welsh-winter-fair/", "date": "2019-05-19T22:24:42Z", "file_path": "s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232255182.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20190519221616-20190520003616-00026.warc.gz", "language_score": 0.9625238180160522, "token_count": 331, "dump": "CC-MAIN-2019-22", "global_id": "webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__222713581", "lang": "en", "text": "On the 30th November and 1st December festive fun hit the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells with the arrival of the Royal Welsh Winter Fair, bringing the Christmas spirit to mid Wales.\nOver 32,900 people braved the wind and rain to visit the event this year, yet again breaking the record for the largest attendance to the show over 2 days, a sure bet that this show will continue to get bigger and better over the coming years!\nWe were, once again, delighted to be able to attend and promote the quality Welsh produce grown in Pembrokeshire and Wales to visitors from all over the UK. This year we chose the theme of ‘Mrs Claus’ Kitchen’, as every family has a Mrs or Mr Claus who prepares their Christmas dinner lovingly on Christmas day.\nWith our potato oven bringing a warm glow to the stand, we gave away approximately 5,000 free samples of our Rudolph potatoes that were either baked, roasted with rosemary oil or bombay spiced.\nVisitors to the stand also had the opportunity to enter our free prize draw, with first prize being a set of professional saucepans and runners up having the chance to win a pair of Cariad mugs, designed by Welsh potter Keith Brymer Jones.\nOn Monday we also had a special visitor to our stand, Mrs Claus just had to try some of our tasty Rudolph potatoes, which she thoroughly enjoyed!\nWith the festive season in full swing we look forward to next year’s Royal Welsh Winter Fair, where our quality Welsh produce can, once again, be on show!", "domain": "agronomy"}