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You’re Saying It Wrong: 11 Foods People Mispronounce
WASHINGTON — Have you ever stumbled over the name of a favorite dish, drink or ingredient? You’re not alone! Many foods and drinks have names that can trip up even the most confident speakers, and some of these words come from other languages, while others have unique pronunciations that aren’t immediately obvious. Whether you’re chatting…
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Mulch Rings Help to Promote Healthy Trees
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Homeowners who are looking for ways to promote healthy, growing trees in their yard are well-advised to remember this axiom: A ring is a tree’s best friend. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said a mulch ring is a circular border surrounding the base of a tree. When planting a new…
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Private Label Grocery Shoppers Came for Price, Stayed for Quality
DENVER (September 16, 2024)—Private label grocery brands are gaining momentum as changing consumer perceptions and a widening customer base are fueling sales growth and market share gains. Once perceived as inferior to national brands, private label store brands reached an all-time high market share in dollar and unit sales during the first half of 2024…
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Dogs Top the List of the Most Popular Pets in the US
GREENWICH, N.Y. — According to a study by the American Pet Products Association, 66% of U.S. households own a pet. Of those 86.9 million households, 65.1 million own a dog, 46.5 million households own a cat, and 11.1 million households own a freshwater fish. In 1988, only 56% of American households had a pet. Pet…
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Cats and Dogs Both Like to Play Fetch
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Many people have seen dogs fetch, but cats like to get into the game too. Despite their very different hunting and play styles, fetching appears to combine elements of predatory and social behavior for both species. Although their domestication histories and natural behaviors are very different, cats and dogs share many…
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The One Mistake People Make With Post-Workout Protein
The One Mistake People Make With Post-Workout Protein, From A Fitness Coach mindbodygreen
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5 Tips For Tending To A Larger Garden Than You’re Used To
HOOVER, ID — Most people would say that having too large of a property to manage is a good problem to have. You’ll be suffering from success, so to speak. Yet this doesn’t dismiss the real management effort you’ll have to implement in order to correctly care for this property. A large house that isn’t…
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Farm Safety Art Contest: Now Open for Submissions
Farm Safety Art Contest: Now Open for Submissions Morning Ag Clips –
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Cinnamon Rolls With Chili? Shocking Fall Food Combos Americans Love
GREENWICH, N.Y. — Can you handle fall’s most bizarre flavors? From pumpkin spice tacos to cinnamon rolls and chili, these unusual combinations push the boundaries of taste. Find out if you’ll be craving more or steering clear of these wild pairings. Why do we like trying unusual food combinations? Food combinations have always been part…
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The Remarkable Rise of Chickens: A Brief History
GREENWICH, N.Y. — To love a chicken is a different kind of love I have found. Most backyard hens come and go, but some steal my heart. These feathered friends of mine spend their days scratching at grass, pecking their chicken block, and occasionally getting in with the goats. To experience owning chickens is something…
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Beyond Apple Pie: Creative Ways to Use Your Apple Haul This Year
GREENWICH, N.Y. — The abundance of sweet and juicy apples in autumn is a tempting sight at grocery stores and markets. While an apple pie is a delicious way to use apples, this fall is a great time to get creative and try some exciting new apple recipes. Embracing fall with in-season apples Biting into…
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Canning Makes a Comeback: New Interest in Food Preservation
WASHINGTON — There’s been a recent noticeable resurgence in home canning, a method of preserving food that was once a staple in American households. This renewed interest is particularly strong among individuals who’ve never tried canning but like gaining self-sufficiency skills and control over their food supply. From young urbanites to rural families, people across…
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US consumer watchdog finds that school lunch fees are taking a toll on parents
US consumer watchdog finds that school lunch fees are taking a toll on parents WDAF FOX4 Kansas City
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Wicked Awesome Regional US Sayings and Why They Confuse People
WASHINGTON — When vice presidential candidate Tim Walz exclaimed, “Ope,” at a recent rally, he made millions aware of a seemingly Midwestern word for oops. It is one of dozens of regional U.S. sayings, phrases and colloquialisms that make sense in one part of the country but might leave visitors scratching their heads. Read on…
