Coalition To Protect Jamaica's Farmers "cpjf"

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06/12/2023

Dairy farmers use water responsibly in their milking parlors and in manure management and storage. Typically, wastewater is recycled to flush barn alleys and irrigate fields. 🐮♻️ bit.ly/3qnvfb3

03/05/2023

High temperatures and humidity can either work magic on vegetables in the tropics or create problems with diseases and pests. It all depends on the type of crops found in this article.

10/04/2022

Fruits and vegetables bring more than just vitamins and flavor to our favorite meals. Explore how innovations in produce play a significant role in global food security.

05/01/2022

Minus empirical data, the suppliers claim they have been seeing a sharp rise in the purchasing of small packets in addition to more persons requesting information about farming on a small scale.

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Jamaica: A Fruitful Land..
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04/20/2022

Backyard Garden (Corn)

Once you have prepared the soil in the backyard garden, then it’s time to plant those corn seeds.

Corn appreciates good soil drainage and is a heavy feeder. Layer two inches of finished compost,on the soil surface and work it into a depth equal to the length of your shovel blade, around six to eight inches. After planting, apply two to three inches of mulch to the soil surface. It could take the form of compost, shredded newspaper, or a variety of other decomposing organic materials. Fertilize topically with more finished compost or a product recommended for vegetable crops when your plants reach 16 inches in height and again when they reach 36 inches.