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Growing edible flowers is reawakening an age-old tradition
ARLINGTON, Va. — Edible flowers are finding their place in a reawakening movement. Northern Virginia Master Gardener Nancy Dowling makes the most out of limited outdoor space in Arlington. Dowling is among the many gardeners and growers who are rediscovering the lost art of edible flowers. Along with offering habitat to her frequent bird and…
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Why Supper Swapping is the New Meal Delivery Trend
GREENWICH, N.Y. — In an era of rising food costs and busy schedules, a growing number of Americans are turning to an innovative solution: Meal swapping. These modern-day meal swaps are revolutionizing how people approach their daily meals, with participants taking turns to prepare dishes for their entire group. From lunch swaps in office settings…
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Yard and Garden: Tomato Problems
AMES, Iowa — Tomatoes are popular vegetables in the home garden. Most gardeners currently are enjoying their harvests. However, tomatoes are susceptible to a range of disorders that can compromise their quality and yield. In this article, horticulturists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach discuss what you can do when you encounter issues with…
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Turn up the Heat for National Hot and Spicy Day
GREENWICH, N.Y. — If you prefer your food to have some heat, National Hot and Spicy Day is your day to celebrate. Stock up on your favorite bottles of hot sauce, replenish the spice cabinet and explore new recipes to set fire to your taste buds this year. Whether you prefer mild flavors or the…
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Insight: The Joy in Meeting Season
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Fall doesn’t officially start until September, but August is the unofficial end of summer as a new school year begins. Even those of us who don’t have children in school feel the transition as churches, organizations and activities pick back up after a summer break. Farmers are beginning to transition to fall…
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All Hail the Honeycrisp!
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota apple pickers, flex your muscles! The time to reach into those phenomenal fruit trees and pluck out mouth-watering home-grown gems is near. As apple season approaches, a new CFANS Insights survey shows that more than half of Minnesotans (52 percent) claim the University of Minnesota-born Honeycrisp as their favorite, and nearly…
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Grape Growers Desperately Need You to Drink More Wine as They Grapple With a Glut of Uncontracted Grapes
Grape Growers Desperately Need You to Drink More Wine as They Grapple With a Glut of Uncontracted Grapes  Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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Healing Through Horticultural Therapy
MANHATTAN, Kan. – With most of modern medicine treating patients inside a physician’s office, more and more people forget about the curative benefits of being involved with nature. Horticultural therapy, an innovative method of healing using gardening, reconnects people with the natural world while relieving many health concerns, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini…
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9 Rules Parents Throw Out the Window During Fair Week
9 Rules Parents Throw Out the Window During Fair Week  Agweb Powered by Farm Journal
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1 ton of meth, hidden in truckload of celery, seized from farmers market, DEA says
1 ton of meth, hidden in truckload of celery, seized from farmers market, DEA says  WHSV
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Record-Breaking Year for Wisconsin State Fair: 1,136,805 attendees
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — After 11 incredible days of feeling good fun at the 173rd  Wisconsin State Fair, presented by UScellular, Wisconsin State Fair officials are ecstatic to announce a record-breaking 1,136,805 fairgoers visited the annual event, beating the previous record of 1,130,572 from 2019. “I am so proud of the State Fair Park staff, and thankful for our sponsors, vendors,…
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Hiking Is America’s Favorite Outdoor Activity
ONLINE (AP) — Outdoor Foundation’s Participation Trends Report finds a record 175.8 million participants in various outdoor activities. 57.3% of all Americans aged 6 and older are getting outdoors. The number one nature-based leisure activity is hiking — 20% of the population hit the trails, approximately double the number in 2010. In 2022, the Outdoor…
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Are You a Mosquito Magnet? Science Says You Might Be
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — If you feel like you’re the victim of itchy mosquito bites more often than others, it may not be all in your head. Sonja Swiger, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service entomologist, professor in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Entomology and self-proclaimed mosquito magnet from Stephenville, said there is some…
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5 Most Expensive Grocery Items On Shelves This Fall
5 Most Expensive Grocery Items On Shelves This Fall  Eat This, Not That
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Former Huskers help USA to silver medal
KTIC 840 AM/98.3 FM/98.7 FM – Former Huskers help USA to silver medal  Rural Radio Network
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How Much Have Our Crops Changed Since Agriculture Began?
How Much Have Our Crops Changed Since Agriculture Began?  Science ABC
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Ouch! What just bit me?
ATHENS, Ga. — As autumn approaches and the stifling heat of summer begins to cool down, spending more time outdoors may be on your radar. But, as Georgia is home to many stinging and biting insects, fall fun can turn into a minefield of discomfort. Elmer Gray, a research entomologist with the University of Georgia…
