spring

Figure 3. Comparison of plant residue amount with ability to capture snowfall moisture.
Central Region, Hay Range Pasture, Land, Livestock, South Dakota, Water

Winter Pasture Report: What’s your plan for spring?

Nearly three-fourths of the region is experiencing abnormally dry conditions, while a third of the region is experiencing severe drought. Read More

Greenhouse gardening, starting seedlings for summer homegrown vegetable gardens, spring season gardening activities. Photo concept, lifestyle background (Photo: Adobe Stock │ 417488465 - Kristin)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

For spring gardens, start transplants now

Cattle in winter beside bails of hay (Photo: iStock │ #152996510 - knapjames)
Forage Crops, Hay Range Pasture, Livestock

Preparing for spring grazing after a dry fall



Peony garden (Photo: AI generated)

Peony: A Memorial Day tradition

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension
Repotting houseplants (Photo: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach)

Spring houseplant care

  • By Aaron J. Steil │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Tips for Parents: Spring activities help to build kids’ appreciation of outside world

Tuna and Rice Nicoise Salad. (Photo courtesy of Family Features.)

Simple, convenient salads to celebrate spring 

If conditions have been dry, wildflowers will need a drink. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Late night proves taxing on Easter sunrise

The center pivot irrigation system at the Oklahoma State University McCaull Research and Demonstration Farm will be one of the topics discussed at this year’s Panhandle Crops & Forages Field Day in Eva. The Aug. 31 event kicks off the fall field day events with topics like sorghum varieties, nitrogen management, soil moisture monitoring and managing spider mites in corn. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agriculture.)

Corn price outlook for spring

Wildfire. (Chad Boyd (D4935-1)).

Spring wildfire prevention and protection

To revive a compost pile or bin like the ones pictured, begin by assessing a starting point, turning the pile, managing inputs, and setting reminders to put this process on repeat. (Photos: Gemini Bhalsod, Illinois Extension)

Spring into composting by reviving a compost pile after winter