DIY Mosquito Control
06/24/19
Concerns about mosquito-borne disease this summer are prompting many of us to learn what to do to reduce the chances of mosquito bites in our own backyards and gardens. Fortunately, there are good ways to manage mosquitoes around your home at reasonable cost.
When You Should Use a Dewormer for Cattle
06/17/19
Deworming is important to maintaining cattle health and performance. The timing and frequency of deworming treatment will vary depending on geographic location, rainfall, stocking rate, age of the cows, and persistent activity of the product used.
Crapemyrtle Bark Scale
06/10/19
The blackish trunks on the crapemyrtles around town are caused by a Chinese insect known as crapemyrtle bark scale. It doesn’t kill the trees, but it does make them unsightly and less vigorous. This scale is causing concern because it is has spread quickly, and as you know, crapemyrtles are the most popular and common ornamental tree in the South.
Turfgrass, Ground Cover Plants and Weed Identification and Control
06/05/19
Grass is generally regarded as the most desirable ground cover for the home landscape; however, there are situations where grass may not be the most practical landscape covering.
3 Tips for Growing Heirloom Tomatoes: Part Two
05/20/19
Here are a few more ways taking care of your soil can help and a few tips on how to grow tomatoes.
Heritage Land Bank Awards Four Students $2,500 Scholarships
05/13/19
Tyler, Texas – As part of its ongoing support of area youth, Heritage Land Bank is pleased to announce the winners of its 2019 scholarship program for graduating high school seniors. Each of the four students selected will receive $2,500 towards their 2019-2020 freshman year at their chosen college or university.
3 Tips for Growing Heirloom Tomatoes
05/13/19
Here are a few tips that will help you successfully grow heirloom tomatoes and manage the seeds.
How to Mulch Your Garden
05/06/19
Mulching can be one of the most beneficial gardening practices in Texas. It conserves moisture, insulates the roots of plants from temperature extremes and helps control weeds.
Things to do on your Farm in April
04/29/19
May is almost here, below are some tips on how to to check off all the items on your April to-do list.
Farm Gardening Checklist
04/22/19
Here are a few tips to make sure that the garden you start is as successful as possible.