Here at Magoffin County we are getting an early start on sending in soil samples through our extension service. The soil test results will allow us to improve the soil based on the crop being grown and the individual needs of each garden. Starting out with a healthy soil is a great way to improve
We have all heard the term “Food Insecurity.” Securing enough food has always been a struggle for man. Through the efforts of many, the problem of food insecurity is slowly being diminished. However, last spring, Plant Insecurity became a new hurdle for many.When the global pandemic hit, many decided to start gardening. Because
Now, this is what Growing Appalachia looks like. In the not too distant future, this building will house the Magoffin County Farmer’s Market. What a blessing this will be to our community. Having enough food to last throughout the winter was a problem for my mom’s family. Food insecurity was not only a problem for
We have all heard the quote “Parting is such sweet sorrow.” Now, this might have been true for Romeo and Juliet, but it is not true for the gardener and his plants. Parting between the gardener and his plants is not sweet when it is hastened by a visit from Peter Cottontail.Another quote which many
I’m sure you have heard that phrase, “Keep Them Coming Back for More.” Well, this year, I have learned a few things about the value of organic gardening. Now, I have heard so many different thoughts, I can’t remember them all, but I heard enough that I want to come back for more. Value of
How many of us love going to the local Farmer’s Market? The Farmer’s Market is a great place to find local produce. At the Farmer’s Market, you probably know the Farmer by name. Also, you know that Farmer raised his product with love. When you purchase his product, you are supporting a local family and
When it comes to gardening, more than one approach is acceptable. Traditionally, a plot is plowed, disced, and then tilled before sowing. The traditional approach has no protection against the weather. Recently, a new approach has begun to be utilized. This new approach is to use something called a high tunnel. The high tunnel resembles
“I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a tree.” Joyce Kilmer describes in this poem “Trees” the beauty of a tree. What is beautiful to you? The beauty of creation has always been prevalent in the art world. Artists write poems, paint landscapes, and snap pictures of nature. Each artist
Yesterday, my wife and I traveled to our hometown. We always go home around Mother’s Day to visit our mom and to decorate my dad’s grave for Memorial Day. On this trip, we always go to my favorite greenhouse to buy plants, Hardin’s Greenhouse. Several years ago, the owner, K. C. Hardin encouraged me to
WOW! Can you believe how the world has changed in just a few weeks. It was just a few weeks ago that site leaders were assembled in Berea getting ready for another year of Grow Appalachia excitement. Now, here we all sit, sequestered at home. No in person classes are allowed. Distribution of material
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