Topic Tuesday: Asian Longhorned Beetle

Wow how time flies! We are already in August and that means it is Tree Check Month! The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is reminding people this month to check their trees for… Read More
Wow how time flies! We are already in August and that means it is Tree Check Month! The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is reminding people this month to check their trees for… Read More
Wonders of your Backyard There are so many wonders of nature in our own backyards or at a local park. They key is to slow down and look really closely. There are frogs, lizards, dragonflies,… Read More
There are several potential causes of loss of liquid from the jars. Lowering pressure in canner suddenly after the processing period. Make sure you are not forcing the pressure down by placing the canner in… Read More
Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy all that it has to offer. This includes your favorite summer vegetables. Vegetables, as you know, are loaded with vitamins, minerals and fiber that help reduce the… Read More
Suwannee County is home to many blueberry farms and U-pick operations where customers can go and pick themselves buckets of yummy berries. Blueberry growers have been preparing for harvest season for many months and are… Read More
Suwannee County is home to a vast array of diversified crops, such as peanuts, soybeans, hay, vegetables, and orchard crops. One important harvested crop is corn for grain and silage. Growing conditions can be tough… Read More
My Plants need a Snorkel We needed rain and our wishes were granted. The soil was dry and dusty when I planted salvia in my yard, right before the tropical storm that unleashed torrents of… Read More
The immune system is a complex “system” requiring many parts working together to function at its best. There are many variables that impact the immune system including foods in the diet. In general, choosing a… Read More
Humidity Levels As temperatures and humidity levels rise outdoors, you may find an unwelcomed visitor inside your bathroom. This visitor can cause allergic reactions to people who have sensitivities or those who have allergies and… Read More
The chicken mite (Dermanyssus gallinae) is an external parasite that feeds on more than just chickens. Despite the name of this pesky pest, the chicken mite has a much wider range of hosts including wild… Read More