Moles are burrowing mammals that can cause problems in turf areas and garden plots while foraging for earthworms or insects in the soil. There are several mole species in North America, but this fact ...

The easiest way to start any vegetable garden is direct seeding—wait until the weather warms and plant the seeds directly in the garden. Unfortunately, direct seeding is not practical for some crops.

Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea), also known as 'Creeping Charlie', 'Creeping Jenny' and 'Gill-Overthe-Ground', is a common perennial, evergreen weed found throughout New Jersey. It thrives in shady, ...

The most important factor in planning a vegetable garden is location. Choose a site with full sun, good drainage and no standing water, even after the heaviest rain. Keep the garden away from trees ...

Blueberries are among the easiest of all the fruit crops to grow in the home garden, as long as soil and drainage requirements are met. They will require little or no spraying for insects or diseases ...

The micronutrients are taken up by plants from the soil in relatively small amounts compared to the macronutrients. Soils vary considerably in ability to supply essential nutrients for plant growth.

Breakfast plays an important role in children's health. Children who eat breakfast have a higher intake of vitamins and calcium and therefore are more likely to consume the recommended amounts of ...

With a busy schedule, it can be challenging to eat all the foods you need to stay healthy. Smoothies can be a great option for a healthy, on-the-go breakfast, snack, or dessert for kids and adults.

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Despite the fact that New Jersey receives ample rainfall--with average annual precipitation ranging from 38 to 54 inches across the state (NOAA 2002)--there is considerable demand on the state’s water ...

This publication provides pesticide applicators with a comprehensive source of information and guidance on the selection and safe use of respiratory protection for pesticides in compliance with ...

The purpose of this manual is to provide recommendations to land managers and landscape contractors on best management practices for effectively conducting organic land care. Organic land care is a ...