In recent years, lettuce has suffered a bad reputation – some foodies and environmentalists claim that too much water and fertilizer are being used to grow a crop with very low nutrient density. Even so, lettuce contains Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Iron, Potassium, and Manganese. Additionally, lettuce has dietary fiber and can help you stay hydrated because it is high in water
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Most Efficient Farming Tips
Today, there are many ways to make your farm more productive at a lower cost. Thanks to modern technological solutions, it is possible to significantly reduce the workload on people and make field activities less labor-intensive. Thus, you can devote more time and energy to planning and decision-making process improvement. No matter what business you … Read more
NASC, NESG unveils the Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Act 2021
The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) on Thursday the 29th of July, 2021 unveiled the Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Act 2021 in an event held in Lagos, Nigeria with the theme “Unveiling the Plant Variety Protection Act 2021 and Plans for Implementation.”
US Cotton Production Record: Varieties Grown, States Production
Cotton is a very important plant grown all over the world that is used as a raw material for the production of so many finished goods and products. In the United States and other parts of the world such as China and India which are the leading countries that produce cotton, two major varieties of cotton are produced on a large scale for commercial purposes. These two are
Best Time Of Day To Water Vegetable Garden
Many garden owners have always agreed to the fact that owning your garden at home despite the work put into it is always worth the effort. A garden is a place where one can cultivate plants and herbs that are beneficial for everyday use. Flowers and trees can also be planted to add to the beauty of the house and landscape.
Best Time Of Day To Water Lawn In Hot Weather
In many regions of the world today, especially in the tropics, the hot weather or dry seasons can be a very bad time for lawns because the heat usually dries them up and makes them wither especially when they are not given adequate care and attention or watered properly and at the right time.
Agronomic Guide For Growing Japanese Flowering Cherry In A Garden
Japanese Flowering Cherry Trees are also known by the names of some of the varieties such as Kwanzan, Kanzan, and Sekiyama, are flowering trees that originate from Japan as the name implies and produce one of the most amazing, beautiful, and elegant flower blooms by springtime.
29 Perennial Flowers That Bloom All Summer In Full Sun
Neighbors and other gardeners alike usually admire a beautiful garden filled with blooming and beautiful flowers. It is a very pleasant sight to see and provides some sort of calm and relaxed feeling to the onlooker. Their amazing scents and fragrances alone could make one wish to stay there for a long time. But there … Read more
How To Plant And Manage Weeping Cherry Blossom Tree
The weeping cherry tree comes in many varieties of various shapes and sizes and colors. It has become one of the most popular and most sought for trees by individuals who want to plant trees. The elegance and grace displayed by this tree have made it beloved by gardeners and onlookers alike more so in the spring when it begins to bloom and produce its beautiful flowers.
Best Time To Plant Corn: Planting Condition, Varieties & Others
Corn is a tender, warm-season annual and as mentioned earlier, corn needs to be planted as soon as possible because it requires a long growing period as well as warm weather before it can be harvested. Seeds should be planted outdoors about two weeks after the last frost of spring. But for farmers who live in areas with short growing seasons, it is advisable to choose a variety of corn that will be sure to mature well before the first frost fall.