Backyard Chickens: Basics for Beginners by GRACE HIRDES Keeping chickens for eggs can be a fun and rewarding hobby. Not only do laying hens give you fresh eggs, but they provide entertainment, pest management, and fertilizer. It can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to the details of making sure they are properly taken …
Did you know that pollinators are the engine that runs healthy habitats? If you want a healthy garden, flowerbed or lawn, you need pollinators in your yard. In the past several decades, the numbers of pollinators such as native bees, butterflies and other insects have been declining. But no pollinators mean no food. That’s why …
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U Pick, I Pick, We All Pick… Strawberries: Find Out Where You Can Get Your Berry On by GRACE HIRDES This is the time of the year when we head to the fields to get some fresh air and pick our own strawberries by the buckets. If you are looking for someplace nearby to pick …
The Right Products Make DIY Landscaping Projects Easy by GRACE HIRDES Do you have a “honey do” list full of DIY projects you want to do to spruce up your outdoors? These projects can seem overwhelming as the thought of landscaping often involves lots of tools, permits, and being “under construction” for a long period …
Ag-cellent Gifts to Spruce Up Your Holiday Shopping by GRACE HIRDES We know it’s down to the line when it comes to holiday shopping for loved ones, so we’ve put together some ag-related gift ideas. Shhh, you don’t have to tell anyone it wasn’t your idea! Mann Lake Bee and Ag Supply301 Bert Schulz Boulevard, …
Let Nature Nurture Your Interior Design by GRACE HIRDES If you’re looking for an inexpensive, natural way to add some seasonal decor to your home, all you have to do is step outside your front door. This may sound all too simple, but don’t be deceived. There’s also more to decorating than simply gathering some …
Fall Festivals in Full Swing by GRACE HIRDES Are you looking for a way to celebrate the change of seasons? Central Florida’s agritourism operations kick into high gear in the fall. Not only are fall festivals fun but they are also a great way to explore the natural side of our state while supporting Florida’s …
Your Guide to Central Florida Ag-Recreation by GRACE HIRDES Even though Florida is known for its amusement parks and beaches, it’s also home to many amazing hiking trails, waterways, and scenic landscapes. As the cooler temperatures of fall find their way to our Sunshine State, try rolling down your windows and taking a road trip …
by GRACE HIRDES We all know the struggle of picking out produce. Is it not ripe enough, will it be rotten in a few days, or is it just perfect so that it melts in your mouth? For most of us, selecting fruit is hit and miss. That’s why we’ve put together a few tips …
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