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Garden Tip of the Day
Keep weeds with mature seedheads out of the compost pile.
October Features
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A soil test can take the guesswork out of growing.
UMass Extension experts explain how. -
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Extension Expert Tawny Simisky Explains the Lanternfly’s Spread
Spotted lanternfly putting Mass. in sticky spot. -
Harvest Time at Cold Spring Orchard
Open daily, 10AM to 4PM, from August until Thanksgiving. -
Massachusetts 4-H Youth Shine at The Big E
Massachusetts 4-H youth are showcasing their skills, leadership, and hard work at The Big E, New England's largest fair. -
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Seasonal Table
Experience a selection of simple, healthy recipes using peak-of-the-season produce from the experts in our statewide Nutrition Education Program.
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