A new study out of Canada says teenagers who use marijuana are more likely to seek physical and mental medical attention than their counterparts. Published in the JAMA Network Open journal on Oct. 28, ...

Now that garden bounties have been harvested, the planning for 2026 can begin. Caroline Hegstrom of Taiga Farm & Seed likes to map out her garden space with pencil and paper. She says November is a ...

Now that recent rains have softened up the soil it is time to begin planting garlic. I spend a good deal of time and money on beefing up the soil before planting. It pays off with huge bulbs in early ...

There's something enchanting about blue blooms running through the landscape. In fact, it can be exciting to let a blue-flowering volunteer keep the space. After all, what could go wrong? Turns out, ...

Weeds were tough to manage this season in west-central Minnesota. Swift County farmer Harmon Wilts says they prioritized in-season nitrogen when conditions were finally dry enough to get back in the ...

DECATUR, Illinois — A new machine is on the market that lets farmers uses lasers to kill weeds which can be destructive for crops. "The guy said he needed a solution with weeding that didn't disturb ...

Soaking garlic cloves before you plant them is a practice that many gardeners swear by, including organic garlic producers. These same gardeners swear that it improves growth, creates robust roots, ...

Question: I am ready to replant my nasturtiums for fall and winter. Is now the time to sow the seeds? Answer: Wait just a few weeks longer for more moderate weather to return and then start nasturtium ...

It’s commonly called a weed, but it’s actually a perennial that brings beautiful color to pollinator gardens. In Grow Like A Pro, Horticulture Agent Taylor Jones tells us what makes the Joe Pye Weed ...

Spring weed control can get complex quickly for northern growers. More vegetation in the field at planting can negatively impact crop establishment, increase weed and disease risks and add weed seeds ...

Herbicide resistance in weeds seems to be exploding. For example, Waterhemp populations in the Midwest are now surviving three or more herbicide modes of action, and relying on chemical control that ...

Pulling weeds after rain makes the job easier because moist soil helps loosen their roots. Timing spray applications for a clear 24-hour window after rain boosts their effectiveness and helps prevent ...