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Do you know the difference between ants and termites? In the spring, swarms of ants and termites can be easily confused. Proper identification is key to determine if control measures are necessary. Learn more on the K-State Horticulture Newsletter: ksuhortnewsletter.org #foresthealthfriday #antsvstermites #kstatehorticulturenewsletter

"Blooming knowledge at the farm! 🌸🌿 Exploring the beauty and diversity of flowers and shrubs, gaining hands-on experience in horticulture. 🌱🌞 #LPUHorticulture #HandsOnLearning #NatureAtLPU #LPUExperientialLearning #FutureHorticulturists 🌺✨"

Growing native species of fruit plants makes it easier to achieve a bountiful harvest, as their survival rate is higher. With proper horticulture training and by implementing these techniques at the farm level, fruit plants can thrive and produce abundant yields.  #FruitfulHarvest #NativePlants #HorticultureTraining #SustainableFarming #AbundantHarvest #AgricultureSuccess #EcoFriendlyFarming

Grower Exchange - Final Episode! 🎬 In the grand finale, our Finished Plants Head Grower Pablo Costa shares his wisdom on maintaining quality, boosting grower success, and the innovations shaping the future of the nursery industry. What are your thoughts on the future of horticulture? #VanBelleNursery #horticulture #greenindustry #nursery

Do you have your Christmas tree yet? Holiday horticulture fact…did you know that Lancaster County is a leading County in the number of Christmas tree farms? In fact, only Schuykill County has more than us. According to the Center for Rural PA, over 650,000 Christmas trees are sold annually in PA. The most common types of Christmas trees sold are Fraser (33%) and Douglas (32%) firs. There are also over 60 farms that primarily grow poinsettias, with about 2 million pots sold annually.

Horticulture vs. Agriculture: Understanding the Differences While both horticulture and agriculture involve the cultivation of plants, they serve different purposes and operate on varying scales. Here’s a quick breakdown: Horticulture: Scope: Focuses on the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants for food, comfort, and aesthetic purposes. Scale: Involves smaller-scale operations like gardens, nurseries, and greenhouses. Techniques: Requires intensive, detailed care and practices such as pruning, grafting, and specific soil management. Agriculture: Scope: Encompasses the cultivation of crops and the raising of animals for food, fiber, fuel, and other products. Scale: Involves large-scale farming operations and extensive land use. Techniques: Focuses on large-scale production techniques including plowing, planting, harvesting, and pest control. Key Differences: Scale: Horticulture is smaller scale and more intensive, while agriculture is larger scale and more extensive. Focus: Horticulture emphasizes plant cultivation for aesthetics and human-environmental improvement, whereas agriculture includes livestock and mass food production. Techniques: Horticulture requires specialized techniques for individual plants; agriculture involves broad techniques for large-scale production. Both fields are essential to our food systems, economies, and environments, each bringing unique contributions and expertise. 🌍 #Horticulture #Agriculture #PlantScience #Sustainability #FoodProduction #GreenIndustry https://lnkd.in/gDGUWfhf

Growing a bonsai tree is a rewarding but meticulous process that combines art with horticulture. 

The road to producing high-quality culinary herbs and optimizing yields starts early. There are two crucial steps: cultivar selection and propagation. Learn more from Christopher J. Currey at the Iowa State University Department of Horticulture: https://lnkd.in/gmGHTD2z #culinaryherbs #productionprimer #hydroponicproduction #hydroponicproductionprimer #yearoftheherb

Do property managers, community managers, and owners care about horticulture on their properties in the Middle Tennessee area? It will cost more as landscapers will need to learn the best horticultural practices and spend more time on your properties. In general, it will help with the vigor of your property and the overall longevity of your landscape. How much does horticulture matter in the Middle Tennessee Area?

RHS reports a 21% increase in applications across its School of Horticulture programmes for 2024, reflecting growing interest in green careers... read more on thedirt.news #CareersinHorticulture #Horticulture #RHS #SchoolofHorticulture https://lnkd.in/ekmqhABp