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Increased rain creates fungus, bacteria problems for vegetables

Posted on 17 July 2013 by Greg

http://www.wkrn.com/story/22858773/increased-rain-creates-fungus-bacteria-problems-for-vegetables?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=9099367 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Although the abundant rainfall earlier this month has kept local farms and gardens well-watered, the increased moisture has created more fungus and bacteria problems for many vegetables. Diseases such as “Early Blight,” “Fusarium Wilt” and “Septarium … Continue reading →

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Tree Planting Day in Lebanon – Friday March 8

Posted on 6 March 2013 by Greg

On March 8 and 9 Tennessee Environmental Council along with several member groups, partners and sponsors will plant 10,000 trees and we need YOUR help!  Planting a tree is a simple act with TREEmendous benefits.  Trees have a myriad of benefits … Continue reading →

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Fact Sheet on the FSMA Proposed Rule for Produce: Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption Summary On January 4, 2013, FDA released for public comment its proposed rule to establish science-based standards for … Continue reading →

Posted on 16 January 2013 by Greg | Comments Off on Food Safety Modernization Act Fact Sheet

Spring Festival & Tour Planning Meeting – Thursday, 18 October

Posted on 14 October 2012 by Greg

The next Spring Festival and Tour meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 18th. We will be meeting in the Education Building at the Ag Center. As always, we will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will not go beyond 8:30 … Continue reading →

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Work Day at the Ag. Center – Tuesday, 16 Oct 2012 @ 9:00 AM

Posted on 14 October 2012 by Greg

Volunteer Opportunity There will be an opportunity for volunteer hours at the Ag Center (fairgrounds) on Tuesday, October 16th, at 9:00. . We will meet at the Demonstration Vegetable Garden in Fiddlers Grove. We will be organizing and getting the … Continue reading →

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