One of the most important components in plant growth is soil compatibility. Certain types of soil means that plants will grow in some, but will not grow in others. Every species has a range of soil types that it can flourish in. This is because th…

Ask any farmer worth his salt about grass, and he’ll tell you that no two types are the same. Tons of factors affect how well each individual species grows—from animal traffic to human maintenance to soil quality. Even variations in seasonal weath…

For farmers and homeowners alike, spring crabgrass is both a fact of life and a menace. For the homeowner, crabgrass can ruin the aesthetic of a carefully tended-to lawn, not to mention rack up maintenance costs. For the farmer, it chokes out mor…

The goal of preparing your seedbed for corn growth is to develop a firm bed with minimum moisture loss or wind erosion. With some practice and patience, you can achieve this over time as you become a better farmer. Corn germination depends on the…

As we near the planting season, farmers are getting outside and assessing their alfalfa fields. Below are some tips when looking out in your alfalfa field to determine any winterkill.What to Look for with Alfalfa Winterkill Frozen and dried-up cro…