Agriculture and Food Systems
Organic Matter and Soil Amendments
… down in late April. Updated: February 17, 2023 Key points Organic matter includes plants and animals that are alive, dead, or in some stage of decomposition . Organic matter is a major contributor to soil health . Most … nutrients and some compost and manure products double as fertilizers with a guaranteed nutrient analysis. Organic …
Home Landscape Best Management Practices
Lead in Garden Soils
… Add phosphorus to the soil as recommended by a soil test. Fruits (tomato, pepper, cucumber) are much less likely to … Jon Traunfeld, Director HGIC, Extension Specialist, Fruits and Vegetables. Reviewed by: Rufus L. Chaney, Ph.D., …
Vines for Maryland Gardens
… varieties.) Full Sun Well-draining Twining/Woody Edible fruits for people and wildlife; pests include spotted … enough to climb trees and shade the canopy, leading to tree decline. Once established, these plants are difficult to …
Insects
… 20May29 19Jul19 17Apr28, 17Apr14 Borer, flat headed apple tree 18Jul20 16Jul15, 16Mar18 Borer, hickory 21Oct01 Borer, … 17Jun23 Bug, green stink 18Jul20 17Sep29 Bug, goldenrain tree (or red-shouldered) 20Nov13 16Aug12 Bug, harlequin … (Brood VI) 17May12 Chiggers 19Jul12 Cricket, snowy tree 23Oct20 19Aug30 17Sep15 D Back to top Daddy long-legs …
Follow the Progress
… on the plants and to get rid of any diseased or damaged fruits. The corn has come along nicely as well, the stalks … don't predict it will survive the winter and as such the tree will be replaced in the spring. In favor of IPM, after …
How to Make Compost at Home
… by the natural decomposition of leaves, grass clippings, and many other organic materials. The composting process … and contains a wide range of plant nutrients. Most soils benefit from regular additions of compost. Compost … Rotate the location of the trenches and holes. It works best in fenced gardens that exclude raccoons, possums, and …
Agriculture and Food Systems
… Nutrient Management Handbook 2020 Commercial Tree Fruit Guide Managing Cover Crops Profitably Plant …
Produce Safety
… (Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables) and recognized industry food safety … mushrooms, sprouts (irrespective of seed source), peanuts, tree nuts, and herbs - that are not explicitly excluded are … with the FDA, unless an exemption applies. Decision Tree: Food Facility Registration: Who, How, and When? Food …