Modern Farmer

MARCH 24, 2025

Jacques doesnt use a heated greenhouse or even a high tunnel…but he does live in San Diego. Start Early, But Not Too Early Start seeds six to eight weeks before planting outside. Once you figure out your intended planting date, count back six to eight weeks and label this your seed starting day.

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Harvest Harvester Harvesting Seeding 78

Kavya Organic Farm

JULY 26, 2023

In this article, we will delve deep into the intricacies of Adenium Arabicum seeds, equipping you with the knowledge and skills required and the first hand experiences to nurture these extraordinary plants. Adenium Arabicum seeds are small and dark, resembling tiny pebbles. Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 to 48 hours.

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Seeding Pruning Fertilizer Processing 52

Modern Farmer

MARCH 21, 2024

Soil blocking is also gaining in popularity because it promotes a healthier root system by utilizing a process known as “air pruning.” Left: A young soil blocked collard seedling in the Blue Ridge Farm greenhouse. To germinate small seeds, I usually begin with a 20-square press (3/4-inch-diameter block size).

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Compost Farming Farming Seeding 120

Modern Farmer

JANUARY 15, 2024

Small footprint, big potential “Microgreens” is a term used to describe the tender, edible seedlings of various herbs, vegetables and grains typically seeded in shallow, soil-filled trays, grown under natural or artificial light, then harvested within two weeks of germination. Photography submitted by Don DiLillo, Finest Foods.

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Cultivation Crop Real Estate Food 124

Civil Eats

JUNE 29, 2023

And after the group had fixed the farm up, putting up a greenhouse, and breathed new life into its rows of red raspberries, the owner wanted it back. ” Center: Ramon Torres prunes blueberry bushes at the Tierra y Libertad cooperative. Chilcayote and nopal seedlings in a Tierra y Libertad greenhouse.

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Greenhouse Farming Farming Food 52

Civil Eats

DECEMBER 5, 2023

With instructions on how to choose the heartiest cultivars, “harden” them for winter, and outfit a greenhouse to keep vegetables just warm enough without using massive amounts of energy, The Winter Market Gardener makes a strong case for winter growing. Jewell asks.

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Food Farming Farming Seeding 145