A lot of yards are quite shady, and this can become a problem for gardeners. In our next episode, Mark Viette shows us how we can work with the shade to keep our gardens lasting for several years. More at www.vafb.com.
Fish farming in Virginia traditionally has been done outdoors in ponds or streams. As Sherri McKinney reports that trend is changing, as the nation's largest indoor aquaculture facility brings this industry to the forefront of agriculture.
As we wrap up another growing season, many gardeners are already looking forward to next year. Mark Viette shows how to save seeds from many of your plants so you're ready to go next spring. More at www.vafb.com
By August, many Virginia gardens are showing signs of disease. Garden expert Mark Viette has some tips on how to spot them... and treat them.
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As kids return to school, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are popular in the lunch room. In our next episode, Professor Brad tells us all about a man who popularized peanut butter -- George Washington Carver. More at www.vafb.com.
Some may think that tobacco is Virginia's largest crop, but that's not true. In fact, per acre, Hay is the largest crop in the Commonwealth. With more on Virginia's hay crop here's Professor Brad with the ABC's of Agriculture. For more, go to www.vafb.com
It's finally tomato time! There are some great varieties of tomatoes for the home gardener to choose. Mark Viette offers some neat tips on how to serve them. More at www.vafb.com or www.saveourfood.org.
Bee colonies are mysteriously disappearing across the country, and farmers are struggling to pollinate crops without them. For more, visit www.vafb.com.
Fresh Virginia scallops, crispy bacon and apple salsa. All tasty treats cooked up by Chef Maxwell in this month's Chef Maxwell's Kitchen. More at www.vafb.com.
It seems like everyone chooses to put their garden space together a little differently. The good news is, there is no wrong way to design a garden. But there are dramatically different styles. Here to tell us more about them is our garden expert, Mark Viette. For more, visit www.vafb.com.
What's the secret to a great pie crust? Chef John Maxwell has the answer, as well as a tasty recipe for an American classic dessert - apple pie. Here's the Chef!
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