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Peach growers in Alabama are looking for competitive new cultivars to solve various production issues and improve production sustainably. Th...
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The current heat wave along with the dry spell occurring this week—which may extend through the next couple of weeks—might put corn ...
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Scouting for insect pests is a critical component of an integrated pest management (IPM) system. Scouting involves correct identific...
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Learn how to keep this menacing and potentially harmful spider away from you and your family. Monitor favori...
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Warm weather naturally allows people to engage in outdoor activities, such as barbecues, sports, hiking, or camping. Yet, warm weather can b...
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Millipedes are a group of arthropods. They have two pairs of legs on each body segment (except for the first three), this characteristic set...
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Broccoli is one of the highest value vegetable crops in the United States. While California is still the largest broccoli producer in the co...
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Before planting tomatoes you need to choose a site that has a well drained soil, is in the full sun, has good air drainage, and has access t...
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Pig reproduction is an adventure for new swine enthusiasts. The thought of farrowing a litter of piglets from the champion gilt is overshado...
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