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Ready for Spring Allergies? Here’s What You Need to Know
RALEIGH, N.C. — As spring arrives and temperatures warm, trees blossom and release pollen — the fine, yellow powder that covers cars, patios and other outdoor surfaces. Pollen is crucial to a tree’s reproduction, as it contains the male reproductive cells necessary to fertilize the female part of another tree. However, while important for tree reproduction…
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Blueberries: A Healthy, Tasty Snack from Florida Farmers
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — As we head into the heart of Florida blueberry harvest season – March through May — growers are shipping the fruit to market to meet statewide and national consumer demand. You can find Florida-grown berries in stores, farmer’s markets and U-picks from the Panhandle through South Florida. Along with vitamin C, manganese…
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Tips to Prevent Barn Swallow Nests This Spring
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting. The migratory spring season for swallows is underway, and barn swallows will typically enter the southern U.S. in mid-April.…
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Get Your Hands Dirty for World Planting Day
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Another Raw Pet Food Recall Is Tied to Illness and Death in Cats
Another Raw Pet Food Recall Is Tied to Illness and Death in Cats  WKTV
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National Chip and Dip Day Is the Perfect Excuse to Snack Big
WASHINGTON — Americans spend $7.6 billion on potato chips every year, and that’s just counting Lays, Ruffles and Pringles. Whether as an appetizer or simply an afternoon snack, there is a perfect chip and dip combination for every occasion. On March 23, celebrate this beloved combo on National Chip and Dip Day with classic favorites…
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Setting the Table for the Rising Popularity of Home Brunches
GREENWICH, N.Y. — A 2024 survey found 59% of consumers cut back on dining out, including brunch. Instead, people are rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty in the kitchen. Thanks to social media inspiration and a desire for healthier options, brunch at home has never been more popular. In today’s pricey brunch…
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Almost 700 people were killed 100 years ago this week in the deadliest US tornado
Almost 700 people were killed 100 years ago this week in the deadliest US tornado  The Daily Nonpareil
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Your grass-fed burger isn’t better for the planet, new study finds
Your grass-fed burger isn’t better for the planet, new study finds  The Washington Post
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Daffodil Day Festival to Feature Over 50,000 Blooming Daffodils!
SUMMIT, N.J. — Spring’s most anticipated celebration is back! Reeves-Reed Arboretum invites visitors to experience the magic of its Daffodil Day Festival on Sunday, April 13, 2025, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, a beloved community tradition that showcases one of the largest daffodil collections in New Jersey. With over 50,000 daffodils in bloom, the Arboretum’s…
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Gardens could be safer from slugs this year thanks to cold weather
Gardens could be safer from slugs this year thanks to cold weather  MSN
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Sheep, Stoats, and Songbirds: The Effects of Agriculture on Wildlife
Sheep, Stoats, and Songbirds: The Effects of Agriculture on Wildlife  MSN
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Farming Simulator 25 NEXAT Pack is out: A revolution in virtual and real farming
Farming Simulator 25 NEXAT Pack is out: A revolution in virtual and real farming  Univers Simu
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Is Red Wine a Healthier Choice Than White Wine? Uncorking the Cancer Risks
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A common perception is that not all alcoholic beverages are alike. Red wine, for instance, is often considered a healthier choice, with many believing its high resveratrol content — an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties — offers protection against cancer. Researchers from the Brown University School of Public Health, however, have put this…
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Brambles for the Home Fruit Garden
FRANKLIN CO., Pa. — Brambles are a group of plants in the genus Rubus that includes raspberries and blackberries. For the home gardener, brambles can be one of the easier and more rewarding fruits to grow. The aroma of a warm sun-ripened raspberry or the flavor of a just-picked ripe blackberry is not something you…
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Bold, Pure, Unforgettable: The Maple Magic Awaits
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Spring is just around the corner, and that means it’s time for one of New York’s most delicious traditions—Maple Weekends! Join us as we celebrate the magic of pure New York maple syrup on March 22-23 and March 29-30, 2025. Hosted by the New York State Maple Producers Association and proudly funded…
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How the Color of St. Patrick’s Day Went From Blue to Green
KENNESAW, Ga. (THE CONVERSATION) — St. Patrick’s Day usually conjures images of partying, Catholicism, Irish nationalism and, perhaps most famously, the color green: green clothes, green shamrocks, green beer and green rivers. So my students are often surprised when I tell them that St. Patrick’s Day was once a solemn feast day when you’d be…
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Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends celebrate state’s oldest agricultural activity
Michigan Maple Syrup Weekends celebrate state’s oldest agricultural activity  SooLeader
