There are many benefits of using compost in your garden, planting beds, and your lawn, and fall can be the perfect time to start a compost pile while you are cleaning up the garden and removing leaves ...

If you want to help take care of the planet, there are many things you can do on an individual level to be more sustainable. You can use eco-friendly products like Swedish dishcloths, reusable bags ...

I recently got a question from a reader about where to get good soil and compost. Part of her request was for “organic” soil and compost. The Spokane region is home to a wide variety of soils ...

Some gardeners have asked if composting garden, yard and food waste is sustainable or beneficial to the environment since the composting process generates lots of carbon dioxide, the principal ...

Did you know that you don't have to throw away all the fallen leaves in your yard? Leaves are a valuable source of nutrients ...

Farmers always prefer to work on land whose soil is fertile enough and able to supply sufficient nutrients in the right proportions to support good plant growth in order to generate high yields. The ...

Adding compost to your garden soil is a step that you really shouldn't be skipping. A well-made compost is the key to soil health because it adds essential nutrients, improves soil structure, and ...

I often hear farmers say “My farm is organic; I don’t use chemicals”. Although not using pesticides and herbicides is an important part, organic farming is much more than that. Organic farming starts ...

Want to learn how to make compost for your garden? Not only does compost help your plants grow stronger and healthier, but it's also the perfect way to reduce waste and do your part for the ...

Over time, the soil in raised beds becomes more compacted and more depleted of nutrients, which is why a regular refresh is essential for healthy vegetables.

Knowing how to add nitrogen to soil is one of the most important steps you can take to keep your garden healthy and thriving! It’s the edge you need to help give you high yields without using ...