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Food Safety in Gardens
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1153
water is recommended. Have your soil tested for nutrients (macro and micro), pH and heavy metals such as ... and for determining the use of soil amendments. The fact sheet “Soil Testing for Ohio Lawns, ... Landscapes, Fruit Crops, and Vegetable Gardens” (HYG-1132) provides detailed information on soil tests ...
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Modified Relay Intercropping
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/agf-504
application should be based on a soil test. Soil pH should be between 6 and 7. Calculate the row spacing ... yield at high levels at wider row spacings. It should be noted that the wheat plant is very ... wheat varieties have been tested with most high-performing wheat able to be interseeded. Wheat variety ...
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Preventing Heart Disease
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AEX-982.3-11
the risk of heart disease is reduced by 50% within just one year. And no matter how long or how much ... cholesterol level, and reduce your risk of diabetes. Meaningful Exercise Many farmers feel they receive plenty ... Screenings High blood pressure and high cholesterol damage the heart and blood vessels. Therefore, people ...
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Selecting, Storing, and Serving Ohio Cherries
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5515
stirring to mix well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring ... reduced inflammation and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Cherries contain vitamin C, ... their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities. Storage Cherries are highly perishable and should be ...
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Soybean Cyst Nematode
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/plpath-soy-5
other soil-borne pathogens. The female index (FI) is the best way to check for the true level of ... Fertility—Maintain optimum fertility based on a soil test. Under high SCN populations, even the most fertile fields ... Soil Cyst Count Population Level Management Strategies 0-40 0 None Detected Continue to monitor field ...
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Challenging Growing Conditions
https://extension.osu.edu/node/4516
Learn More image of dry farm field Challenging growing conditions are impacting some Ohio farmers again this year. Here’s an update on conditions in various regions. ...
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Drones for Spraying Pesticides—Opportunities and Challenges
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/fabe-540
likely to cause a significant level of soil compaction resulting in reduced crop yield. Spot spraying, ... increasing interest in drone spraying and the high level of public demand for relaxation of current rules and ... data points: soil characteristics (type, moisture content, and nutrient content) location of drainage ...
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Growing Peaches and Nectarines in the Home Landscape
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1406
compost. Take a soil sample, have the soil tested by your local Extension office, and add the recommended ... considered as substitutes for peaches. Genetically, the only difference between peaches and nectarines is the ... yellow or white-fleshed. Selecting Peaches and Nectarines for Consumption High quality peaches and ...
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Growing Tomatoes in the Home Garden
https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-1624
soil samples. The soil test reveals the soil pH, buffer pH (also called lime index), and nutrient ... a slightly acid soil with a pH of 6.5 to 6.8. It is a good idea to have your soil tested by a reputable ... testing lab (Figure 4). Refer to OSU Extension Fact Sheet, HYG-1132, “Soil Testing Is an Excellent ...
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Preserve and protect your bounty of summer produce
https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/preserve-and-protect-your-bounty-summer-produce
Sherrie Whaley COLUMBUS, Ohio — Summer begins this week, so now is the time to level up your food ...