Vermagreen Organics will discuss how using organics such as earthworm castings, compost, aerated compost tea and specialized equipment can help homeowners improve the health of grass, trees, plants and gardens while reducing dependance on synthetic fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. Registration required: call (952) 988-8400 or register online
Read more →Soil Nutrition – Vermagreen’s Focus A system wide approach toward soil and plant nutrition is necessary to produce the highest quality crops possible, especially when operating in high tunnels. Water testing and soil testing are primary to establishing a baseline from which to start the growing season.
Read more →The warm winter has many folks thinking about spring. Here’s a great article about the value value of compost, compost tea and worm castings in turf care management. The National Coalition for Pesticide Free Lawns has created a simple guide to produce a healthy lawn. It’s an excellent
Read more →The following article was produced by the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service. As the complexities of the soil become more apparent, it is easier to see how important it is to “feed” the soil and keep it healthy. Glomalin: Hiding Place for a Third of the World’s Stored
Read more →EcoLawn Applicator – Using compost is becoming more mainstream for residential turf care. Better Understanding of the soil sciences is helping turf care providers reduce the use of synthetic fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. In the November/December issue of Turf and Recreation there is an article discussing the
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