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A new qualitative study in the Journal of Child Nutrition & Management found that reusable serviceware—like trays, cutlery, and bulk condiment dispensers—were widely accepted in a California school district pilot program. Students successfully advocated for reducing single-use items, prompting…

This guide will help you to enter the Agriculture Department at the Tri-County Fair. It focuses on vegetables, however the principles work for the entire department.The content below should match the fair book or be a good recommendation for the 2025 Fair. Remember: fair rules and classes can change every…

 Bugs are the creepy-crawly critters you find in your garden. Scientists divide them into groups. The largest group is insects, such as butterflies, bees, and beetles, which have three pairs of jointed legs and two pairs of wings. Other groups include spiders (arachnids), sowbugs (crustaceans), snails …

As the crop starts advancing towards heading, one concern is blast. So far I have not seen any leaf blast. Blast spores need free moisture on the leaves to germinate and infect. Leaf wetness is a good measure of free moisture. Typically, leaf wetness increases during the evening and stays high until early…

Dear Colleagues,I invite you to spend time in remembrance, reflection and connection on Sunday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. as we honor Ken’s life, spirit and the love he shared with all of us. This will be a time not only to grieve our loss, but to celebrate the joy, laughter and legacy Ken leaves behind…