Are you looking for a low-labor, chemical-free method to help eradicate weeds and soil-residing pests in the garden? Solarization and occultation, often referred to as “tarping,” may be just what you’re looking for. Simply put, tarping covers the soil with plastic, clear or opaque, depending on whic...

b C by Courtney Llewellyn Ll ll The same way humans need vegetables to survive, growers need bees for their operations to thrive. In light of that, a team from Michigan State University Extension put together a Pollinator Stewardship Guide to help us help our six-legged friends. Ana Heck, Ron Goldy,...

Fresh air and sunshine can do wonders for the body and even the soul. People realize this, which is why outdoor activity is encouraged. Staying indoors all the time can quickly sap energy levels and diminish mood. What is good for human beings also may be good for pets – within reason, of course. Do...