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Historical Atlas of Kansas

February 19, 2015 by hsotr

Historical Atlas of Kansas

If you love Kansas history, have we found the book for you! The Historical Atlas of Kansas contains over 70 maps of Kansas, past and present.

Filed Under: The Sunflower State Tagged With: Books, Cattle, Field Crops, History, Native Americans, Nature, Sheep, The West, Water, Weather

Lettuce

February 18, 2015 by hsotr

Lettuce

There is nothing like fresh, homegrown lettuce. If you pick leaf by leaf, you may even be able to enjoy a salad a day in season!

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Cucumber

February 11, 2015 by hsotr

Cucumber

Cucumbers not necessarily made for pickling. You may find that you actually enjoy your homegrown cukes better fresh.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Corn (Sweet)

February 4, 2015 by hsotr

Corn

There is one way to enjoy fresh sweet corn properly, and that is on the cob.  Some people enjoy just standing out in the garden and eating it raw.  But for the ultimate experience, try grilling the cobs and serving them with butter and pepper. Preferred Conditions Full sun. Ample moisture. Soil pH around 6.0 […]

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Carrot

January 28, 2015 by hsotr

Carrot

Carrots are a garden favorite, and they have the distinct advantage that they can be harvested at any time.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

The First Book of Farming

January 22, 2015 by hsotr

The First Book of Farming

Interested in taking a scientific approach to farming?  Give this oldie a try: The First Book of Farming by Charles L. Goodrich. Although not entirely up to date, The First Book of Farming nevertheless contains many sound principles.  It explores the needs of a plant, examining each of its parts in turn: Roots. Seeds. Leaves. […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Books, Family, Field Crops, Soil, Water

Beet

January 21, 2015 by hsotr

Beet

Beets are one of those things that you either love or hate.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Bean (Snap & Lima)

January 14, 2015 by hsotr

Bean

Green beans! Steamed, stir-fried, tossed into soup, or boiled and served with bacon bits—these vegetables have to be one of the highlights of the summer harvest.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Asparagus

January 7, 2015 by hsotr

Asparagus

Asparagus is not a very demanding vegetable. As long as you keep the weeds at bay, it will almost take care of itself.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

What Caused the Dust Bowl?

June 17, 2014 by hsotr

What Caused the Dust Bowl?

Drought caused the Dust Bowl, right? Well, yes, but there’s a little more to the story.

Filed Under: The Sunflower State Tagged With: History, Stewardship, Water, Weather

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