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IoT in Urban Agriculture

The Internet of Things (IoT) can be used to monitor and control the environment in urban farms, such as temperature, humidity, and light...

Leafhopper Assassin Bug

The leafhopper assassin bug, Zelus renardii, is a predatory insect that is native to North and Central America. It has since been...

Importance of Soil PH in Urban Farming

Soil pH is one of the most important factors to consider when urban farming. The pH of soil affects the availability of nutrients to...

Food Advocacy

What is food advocacy? Food advocacy is the act of speaking out or taking action in support of a cause related to food. This can include...

Food Security

Food security is the state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food for all household members...

Tips on how to grow tomatoes in North Texas

Choose the right variety.** There are many different varieties of tomatoes available, so it's important to choose one that will do well...

Growing Your Own Food

Growing your own food is a great way to save money, eat healthy, and connect with nature. It's also a lot of fun! If you're thinking...

Urban Farm to Urban Table

A small urban garden can be a BIG deal. When most people think of farms, they imagine hundreds of acres of cows, chickens, and other farm...