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How Many Types of Insects Are There in the World?
KENNESAW, Ga. — How many types of insects are there in the world? asks Sawyer, age 8, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Exploring anywhere on Earth, look closely and you’ll find insects. Check your backyard and you may see ants, beetles, crickets, wasps, mosquitoes and more. There are more kinds of insects than there are mammals, birds and…
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Heavy horses return to the fields at the Royal Agricultural University in its 180th year
Heavy horses return to the fields at the Royal Agricultural University in its 180th year  Farming Life
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Medicaid cuts rippling through rural America could bring hospital closures, job losses
Medicaid cuts rippling through rural America could bring hospital closures, job losses  KAKE
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Groundwater: It’s at the root of safe water consumption
Groundwater: It’s at the root of safe water consumption  FarmWeekNow.com
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John Deere over the years in Winfield
John Deere over the years in Winfield | The Hawk Eye – Burlington, Iowa  Mississippi Valley Publishing
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Crappie fishing is starting to heat up in the Midwest
On this episode of Outdoor Adventures, TOPHAT Jigs owner Derek Martin from Illinois joins Brent Barnett for a conversation about spring crappie fishing. He gives some tips on the best ways to catch crappies early in the spring. The post Crappie fishing is starting to heat up in the Midwest appeared first on Brownfield Ag…
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How sweet it is: Maple syrup season is here in New York, Pa. How weather impacts sap flows
How sweet it is: Maple syrup season is here in New York, Pa. How weather impacts sap flows  Corning Leader
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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
The post Get Your Hands Dirty for World Planting Day appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.
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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
