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Nutrients in the Garden 18: Oh Hail
Gardens
Oh Hail! I watched the dark clouds roll in as I weeded the garden. I thought I would weed until it started raining, however, when the lightning started I headed to the house. Within twenty minutes, the garden was gone. Hail and high winds shredded my tender plants as I helplessly watched from the window.
June 25, 2014 Read more
School Garden Spotlight: Tony Jensen
Gardens
Mr. Jensen, agriculture teacher in Nebraska, has always spent a lot of time outside. From landscaping with his wife to activities like hiking and camping, he knows the value of getting some fresh air. Now, with the creation of a growing dome, his students are able to connect with nature while at school!
March 24, 2014 Read more
Autumn Optimism
Gardens
Well, it’s the middle of October. How can that be? Time has a way of moving quickly and I find myself emotionally tied to the fall season.
October 23, 2013 Read more
Sharing the Wealth
Gardens
I feel like I am living a version of “Tomatoes Gone Wild.” Our garden has out produced the needs of my family of five. The cupboards, pantry, storage closet, and freezer are full of garden fresh goodness preserved for winter meals, especially anything and everything tomato based.
September 30, 2013 2 Comments Read more
School Garden Spotlight: John Cole
Spotlights
Mr. Cole heard about the Helping Communities Grow program for FFA chapters and thought, "my students would enjoy that." Little did he know, deciding to participate in the competition would lead to reconnecting with a classmate from over 40 years ago and so, so much more.
September 25, 2013 11 Comments Read more
Teacher Spotlight: Leslie Meredith
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"Soil is a precious resource that I hope students learn to protect so future generations may also reap the benefits," said Leslie Meredith when asked why teaching soil science is important to her. She is passionate about teaching environmental and agricultural issues at a global level to her 7th grade students at West Hardin Middle School in Cecilia, KY.
September 3, 2013 2 Comments Read more
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