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If you don't sterilize pots before you reuse them, you could be introducing disease. Learn how to properly disinfect containers and give potted plants a healthy start.

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Be kind to your plant friends. Here’s what you need Gather up some water, microfiber cloths (or old clean socks!), soap, and a plant tray and cork pad (to protect your home from water damage).

WILLISTON, N.D. — The seed cleaning plant at the Williston Research Extension Center can separate the weed seeds from as many as 30 crop varieties, reaping benefits for the growers who buy its ...

Garden tools are expensive and should last for several seasons. Proper cleaning and care will protect your tools and give you ...

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Wiping “phantom agents” from a list of suspected plant pathogens would improve agricultural efficiency and food security by updating regulations on international shipment of ...