Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Wood from trees is one of the most versatile and widely used materials on earth. It has been used for centuries to build homes, make furniture, create art, and heat homes. Today, wood is still…
With the weather warming up, many homeowners are getting their riding lawn mowers out of storage and ready to go for the season. But before you start mowing, it’s important to review some safety tips…
Having a well-tended lawn is the pride and joy of many homeowners. According to a report, people spend millions to maintain their few square yards of green and don’t mind spending several hours per week…
Tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables to plant in home gardens. They are relatively easy to grow, and they produce a lot of fruit. Tomatoes can be used in a variety of dishes,…
Tomato plants are a common addition to many home gardens, providing fresh fruits for salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. They are relatively easy to grow and produce a bountiful crop. Though they’re not difficult to…
If you’re growing tomatoes, you’ll need to provide some type of support for the plants. Just like any other plant, tomatoes need support to grow properly. Without support, the plant will become weak and produce…
Tomatoes are a very popular vegetable to grow in gardens, and for good reason. They produce a lot of fruit and are easy to grow. Tomato plants grow for an indefinite amount of time, which…
Cantaloupes are one of the world’s most popular fruits, grown for their sweet, orange flesh. Their delicious and creamy flesh is frequently used in fruit salads, and their juice is quite popular worldwide. Cantaloupes are…
If you’re planting cantaloupes for the first time, don’t worry if the first flowers fall off the vines without producing fruit. During this cantaloupe flowering early stage, the male flowers on these annual plants have…