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• Effect of cereal rye termination timing on soybean yield – Terminating cereal rye at or before soybean planting had minimal impact on soybean seed yield. • Impact of cereal rye biomass on soybean yield – No association was observed between rye biomass accumulation and soybean yield. •...

In a Bean Pod

The Conservation Practice Adoption Motivations Survey was mailed to 43,000 forest and grazing landowners and managers across the United States. The survey gathers information to understand why people choose to use different conservation practices. The data will help improve voluntary conservation programs. Visit nass.usda.gov/go/cpams for more information. Nominations open for...

Crop Connection

Indiana State

As wheat harvest in Indiana approaches completion, one might wonder how the wheat is used. It can be fed to livestock, and it is used in several types of foods. However, it may be surprising to learn that the wheat is not typically used to make bread. According to the...

Understand wheat use in Indiana

When USDA came out with its crop production report earlier this month, the numbers came as somewhat of a surprise to the corn market, which was expecting one thing but got another, in this case a report that was friendly to corn. “Turns out the July 12 crop production report...

USDA report friendly to corn market

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking information from the public regarding procedures for quantifying, reporting and verifying the effect of climate-smart farming practices for greenhouse gas emissions associated with biofuel feedstock crops. The input is being collected through a Request for Information to establish voluntary standards for biofuel feedstocks grown with practices that mitigate emissions and sequester soil carbon. The information will help inform options for a standard that creates additional market opportunities for U.S. farmers and provides reliable environmental benefits. Visit bit.ly/agrvroi for more information.

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Using coffee grounds as fertilizer has become a popular trend among gardeners, touted for its ability to enrich soil and boost plant growth. However, while coffee grounds can offer some benefits, they also come with several potential drawbacks that are often overlooked. Before you sprinkle your leftover grounds around your plants, it’s essential to understand the full impact they can have on your garden.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Coffee Grounds as Fertilizer

Overwatering is one of the most common mistakes gardeners make, often leading to root rot and other issues that can harm or even kill plants. Fortunately, many beautiful and hardy plants actually thrive in dry soil, requiring minimal watering once established. These drought-tolerant plants are perfect for gardeners looking to save water and reduce maintenance.

Stop Overwatering! 12 Plants That Prefer Dry Soil

There are many ways to prepare and cook white rice, yet one essential step remains consistent: washing it. Rinsing rice is an imperative step to get rid of dust, debris, and even small insects left from the rice hulling process. However, rather than simply discarding the water used to wash your rice, you should really be saving it to water your plants.

My Mom Calls Leftover Rice Water 'Liquid Gold'—You'll Never Guess Why

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Squirrels can be pesky for various reasons, but you might've never suspected the bushy-tailed fiend scampering around your garden to be a tomato thief, too. Squirrels do eat tomatoes, which may be why your slug repellents, bird net coverings, and other defense mechanisms are no longer working to protect your plants.

Do Squirrels Eat Tomatoes? How to Keep Them Away from Your Harvest

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Pitcher plants (Nepenthes spp.), also known as tropical pitcher plants or Asian pitcher plants, are colorful carnivorous plants that feed on insects by capturing them in cup-shaped structures that hang on tendrils from the main plant. Pitcher plants can be grown outdoors year-round in tropical climates or indoors as houseplants...

Pitcher Plants Are Perfect for Indoor Insect Control—How to Grow Them Like a Pro

Dengarden

Pumpkins and beans are at the top of her list.

Homesteader Shares the Best Seeds to Plant Today for a Fall Harvest

Upworthy

Have you ever seen anyone put an avocado pit in water to grow an avocado tree? I've seen lots of people try, but only a few succeed. My mom has a tiny avocado tree growing in her living room that she managed to grow from the pit of a Hass avocado she ate. It's small but thriving, and I've often wondered if it will ever grow actual avocados.As it turns out, it could—but they won't be Hass avocados. Wait, huh?

Avocado farmer explains secret why you can't grow Hass avocado trees from Hass seeds

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Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month

5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops

Whether you enjoy your tomatoes fresh in your favorite dish or have plans to preserve them for later consumption, a healthy plant is essential for producing top-notch produce. So what happens when you notice yellow leaves—and more importantly, what do you do to correct it? While it might take a bit of sleuthing to uncover the exact cause, our experts are here to offer guidance to save your crop.

Why Your Tomato Plant Leaves Are Turning Yellow—and How to Fix It, According to Experts

The best fertilizer for tomato plants is not what you would think. If you’ve ever gone down the aisle at a garden center, there are a lot of formulations of fertilizers specifically for tomatoes. However, there are only rare instances when the premade fertilizer mixes are the right thing to add to the soil.

The Best Fertilizer for Tomato Plants

A few weeks ago, I wrote about our bucket calf named Lucky and talked about his perilous start in this world. He got his name because he was lucky to be alive. I thought this week I would give you an update on Lucky and we could decide if he was aptly named or if we should change it to Unlucky.

The unlucky bucket calf

Arkansas State

Manhattan, KS

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University researchers are continuing to build a defense against one of the most debilitating fungal diseases affecting soybean production, recently reporting a breakthrough on the value of increasing phosphorus levels. Plant pathologist Rodrigo Onofre and agronomist Eric Adee have spent several years studying the...

Phosphorus helps boost defense against sudden death

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Using soybeans as forage and dealing with flooded bales

Floodwaters have brought up many issues for South Dakota farmers this year. As water recedes slowly, I’ve been working with growers to help find options for...

Using soybeans as forage and dealing with flooded bales

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