For many decades, oats have been a common cover crop because of their ability to quickly build biomass while suppressing weeds, absorb excessive nutrients in the soil, or serve as a mulch before growing low- or zero-till crops. As a high-biomass crop, planted in the spring, they will ...
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Many of these pathogens can be greatly reduced by picking the right location for plants. Full sun andwell-draining soilgo a long way to reduce the occurrence of diseases. Keep rows narrow and weed free to improve air circulation. Also, avoid watering at night. Wet leaves in the cool of ...
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Corn, like many other vegetables, prefers acidic and neutral soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Thus, it is advised to conduct soil testing to ascertain that the soil’s pH is right for growing crops.The soil’s moisture and efficient drainage are also important factors because of the ...
Use a sharp knife to cut the main head, retaining a portion of the stem, and expect smaller side shoots for later harvests from many varieties.To maximize quality, harvest in the cool morning hours.Check for hidden worms and select properly sized heads, typically 6 inches (15 cm) in ...