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A well-managed pile reaches 130 to 160°F in the active phase. Hot composting at those temperatures kills most weed seeds and pathogens.

Today, March 20, marks the beginning of the Spring Equinox which is the perfect time to shift your attention to your garden and get it ready for the new season. If you don't know where to start but ...

To properly store grain in Iowa, moisture content needs to be 13% to 14% for corn and 11% to 12% for soybeans, said Charlie Hurburgh, a retired Iowa State University Extension and Outreach grain ...

Discover 3 Spring Equinox gardening jobs to do this weekend to celebrate the start of the season. Garden pros share their top jobs to do at the end of March.

Composting promises rich, dark soil that plants love, but when the pile refuses to heat up, frustration sets in fast. That cold, sluggish mound looks innocent, but beneath the surface, decomposition ...

Raccoons have a reputation problem. Knock over one trash can, steal a few ears of corn, and suddenly they’re public enemy number one. But written off too quickly, these masked mammals are doing more ...

Compost is available in Iowa City to improve soil health in your yard or garden.Compost can be used as a soil supplement in ...

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By composting these often-overlooked materials, you're reducing waste whilst enriching your soil with diverse nutrients." Rather than discarding old sponges, cut them up and add them to your compost ...

As spring brings longer days and warmer temperatures, gardeners will now see their compost piles thrive, and for those who ...

Biochar is gaining popularity with viticulturists for its ability to sequester carbon and improve soil health, but researchers are still learning when and where it’s most ...