Adding organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure on a regular basis can make a big difference. It helps the soil hold onto moisture while still allowing extra water to drain away. After you ...

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Used coffee grounds also contain small amounts of trace minerals such as magnesium and potassium, which can boost your ...

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Prepping garden beds in late fall can help keep pests, weeds, and diseases from away when its time to plant in the spring.

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Healthy soil is the foundation of every good garden. Whether you’re growing flowers, vegetables, or trees, the soil decides ...

Something's deeply satisfying about dumping compost into a spinning drum and watching dirt and worms go their separate ways.

If you saw smoke in south Fort Worth on Tuesday, there was no need for concern. A field was actually burned on purpose.

In this article we feature the winners of the Teagasc FBD Sustainability Awards from many farming sectors and different ...