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How to Use a Seedling Heat Mat to Start Seeds

A seedling heat mat is a waterproof plastic mat. It heats your soil by about 10-20°F or 6-11°C warmer than the air temperature. It keeps the soil at a constant temperature and helps the seeds g

Drip Irrigation – How to Install Drip Tape

Use Drip Irrigation to water long, straight rows of plants. Drip irrigation reduces spread of disease that droplets from sprinklers can cause.  It saves water and reduces weed growth.

Drip Irrigation – How to Fix a Leak in Drip Tape

Damaged drip tape can lead to underwatering. You can fix small leaks with duct tape. Fix larger leaks with couplings.

Drip Irrigation – How to Install Header Line

To install drip irrigation, first install a header line. Next, install a pressure regulator between the header line and the water source.

How to Fix a Leak in a Garden Hose

Fixing a leak in a garden hose is cheap and easy. You do not have to buy a new hose. You just need a few tools and new parts.

How to Run a Semi- Trash Water Pump Part 1 – Setting up Pump

Two-part series shows how to use a water pump to irrigate from a pond or stream.

How to Run a Semi- Trash Water Pump Part 2 – Operating the Pump

Two-part series shows how to use a water pump to irrigate from a pond or stream.

How to Make a Mobile Handwash Station

Make a mobile handwash station to wash your hands in the field or at a market, and prevent the spread of disease.

Flame Weeding

Flame weeding kills small weeds using fire. Use it on beds before planting and to kill weeds in paths. It works best on weeds under 4 inches tall. Growers will learn about the equipment needed, how

Floating Row Cover

Row cover lets sunlight and water IN and keeps pests OUT. Some insects overwinter in the soil. Check on plants under row cover. If you see any insect damage, consider treating. There are different

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