Jerry Brust, IPM Vegetable Specialist, University of Maryland; jbrust@umd.edu Ethylene (C2H4) occurs in trace amounts in gasoline and natural gas and is produced when these substances are burned. It also is present in wood and tobacco smoke. Ethylene is a… Continue Reading
Gordon Johnson, Extension Ag Agent, Kent Co.; gcjohn@udel.edu We have had a late spring with limited periods where soils were dry enough to plant spring crops. Warmer weather is being forecast for the coming week. However, soil temperatures currently are… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 12, 2009 5:00-7:00 p.m. University of Delaware Webb Farm 508 S. Chapel Street Newark, DE What is that weed!? Learning to identify weed species can help with controlling the weed, crop production and your bottom line. Learn to… Continue Reading
Tuesday, May 19, 2009 5:00-7:00 p.m. Two Eagles Farm 1311 McQuail Road Smyrna, DE Learn about Natural Resource Conservation Services Cost Share Programs and EQIP Eligibility. See on-farm manure storage facility and storm water management projects. Learn about pasture management… Continue Reading
Saturday May 2, 2009 2:00-4:00 p.m. 50185 Hays Beach Road Scotland, MD 20687 Hosts: Ruth & Peter Pry There will be a tour of host farm highlighting conservation practices. Learn about pasture and hay management, soil testing and nutrient management,… Continue Reading
