Although every species on the planet somehow plays a role in maintaining the ecosystem, there are some species whose absence ...

Growers are cutting back on pollination as they face increased costs, said an industry expert. “Pollination isn’t an option ...

NEW Year is a  wonderful time for gardeners. Full of hopes and dreams for our outside spaces – nothing will come between us and a perfectly planned garden (until weather, other ...

A balanced approach is required that reconciles productivity with environmental integrity and cultural heritage The growing trend of high-density (HD) apple ...

Not all trees have the same care requirements, and that's especially true for fruit trees. To get the most bountiful yield, ...

The fig is an ancient and versatile fruit, that offers substantial potential for improving farmers' income through its high ...

You may be tempted to grow a fruit tree in your yard, but not all of them are desirable. Learn which ones to avoid and what ...

The scent of vanilla is instantly recognizable — it’s also in danger of disappearing. In this ode to the vanilla bean, writer ...

Aside from the occasional oddball, apples trees must be cross-pollinated or fertilized by pollen from a different variety to produce fruit and in turn, more seeds. But the plant that grows from ...

I first observed on campus that we had wild, feral honeybee colonies in trees, and so by the location of the trees ... which ...

The city of Martinsville is offering its tree collection and recycling service against this season, following the Christmas and New Years’ holidays. The trees they collect are ground into mulch ...