It’s a field-by-field assessment, and I recommend that growers dig in fields to better assess soil moisture and depth.

UC San Diego researchers say genetically-enhanced crops of plants featuring enlarged roots present an opportunity for society ...

The southeast Minnesota group which markets its food-grade oats is selling most of its crop this year to La Crosse Milling ...

Oklahoma gardeners can now begin planting with confidence, guided by expert tips from OSU Extension horticulturist Brian Jervis on choosing the right plants and ensuring proper care for a successful ...

Typically, gardeners grow potatoes from seed potatoes, or tubers, rather than seeds. You can get a seed potato from a regular ...

Strawberries are one of the most rewarding fruits to grow in the spring, but sometimes they can be tricky to get right ...

Whether you're starting from seed or an established plant, here's everything you need to know about planting vegetables.

Studies confirm that washing produce is an effective way to reduce harmful microbes that can cause illness. For example, data ...

Spring in the mountains is a bit like a moody teenager — bright and hopeful one day, sulky and frosty the next. But if you know how to read the signs, you can coax ...

While the official jury is out on just how effective companion planting is, it doesn't hurt to give it a try. If you do, just ...

Above average temperatures has pushed alfalfa weevil development too, Iowa State University researchers report.

In alfalfa breeding, varieties are evaluated based on the percentage of plants that are resistant to specific diseases. If at least 50 per cent of the plants in a variety are resistant, the variety is ...