Over the past few decades, agricultural practices have changed dramatically. In the face of global challenges, technological innovations in agriculture have increased production records around the world. According to The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the world population is estimated to grow to 9.8 billion people by 2050, which will increase the…
Tomato-Solanum lycopersicum– is one of the most widely farmed crops. Tomatoes can be produced from seed indoors, purchased as young plants, or grown outdoors, in a greenhouse, in pots, or on the ground. These tender plants enjoy a long, hot summer and require a warm, sunny, protected place if planted outside. They grow exceptionally well…
Raised beds are garden beds that stand above ground level. “Raised” describes a bed of soil where the soil level is higher than the surrounding soil. The term “bed” denotes a size small enough to work in without actually walking onto the planting area. To provide structural support and prevent erosion, raised beds are usually…
No matter where you reside, knowing the proper time to plant your vegetable in the garden will guarantee a healthy growth cycle and yield. Here is an article on How To Start a Garden in Michigan. The timing of growing vegetables varies significantly between locations. Gardeners in Michigan, face cold winters and sometimes late springs,…
The Florida Everglades tomato, Solanum pimpinellifolium, is the closest wild relative and ancestor of our domesticated tomatoes, Solanum lycopersicum. The currant tomato, often called the Everglades tomato, is ideally suited to South Florida’s scorching summers. In about 30 – 60 days, a plant will start to develop fruit the size of a dime. This cherry-type…
Raised garden beds are a creative approach to growing plants in structures above the ground’s surface. Raised bed gardening offers countless advantages. Raised soil can be managed in terms of quality, resulting in a warm, nutrient-rich, well-draining growing environment for optimal root development and plant growth. Raised bed structures improve soil quality, increase growing area,…
