Why Every Farmer And Gardener Needs To Compare Chemical And Organic Fertilizers

7 October 2017
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Are you a farmer? Perhaps you are someone who has your own garden and enjoy producing your own produce. Under both of these instances, you have likely heard about the trend of organic foods. You may have never considered organic fertilizer for farming though. Many farmers and gardeners use chemical fertilizers. This is mainly because it has been the norm for many years. You may have never considered how chemical fertilizers impact the environment. Read More 

Is It Necessary For Small Operations To Have A Fire Safety And Prevention Plan?

4 June 2017
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You may have heard that a fully-written fire safety and prevention plan isn't strictly necessary for your small plant, construction, or agricultural operation. It's true that in some limited circumstances, OSHA doesn't mandate a written plan. However, it's still very important that you have one. What Does OSHA Say About It? OSHA strongly recommends all employers have an emergency action plan and a fire prevention plan. Of course, this is a recommendation, not a requirement. Read More 

Keep Pests At Bay With Garlic: It Repels More Than Vampires

9 January 2017
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You may have heard the myth about how garlic repels vampires, but did you know that garlic can also be used as an effective natural pesticide for your garden plants? With so many families and environmentalists concerned about using toxic chemicals as pesticides, it helps to find natural "green" alternatives to use. After all, you wouldn't want your children or pets exposed to toxins in your home or outside in the garden. Read More 
 

Your Crops Are Only As Good As Your Water

Your Crops Are Only As Good As Your Water

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Your Crops Are Only As Good As Your Water

A few summers ago, I learned a valuable lesson. I wasn't really paying attention to the water quality on my farm, and my water source was contaminated with a dangerous bacterial pathogen. That year, I lost my entire crop. The experience was as crippling financially as it was emotionally. I realized that in order to protect my community and my own personal livelihood, I needed to focus on water quality. Fortunately, by working with water filtration companies, I have been able to fuel my farm's growth with clean, pure water ever since. Learn more about water filtration and farming here, so that you can do the same.

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