[…] seed are typically perennial, which means that they will grow for longer than two years.  Before a field is planted, the ground is prepared by loosening the soil and ridding it of any weeds. The grass is then planted in either the spring or fall depending on the variety type. Grass seed is put […]

[…] spring. The rows are raised into hills. Potatoes have little buds called eyes. The buds sprout from the eyes and grow into plants. The plant above the soil is green and leafy. White or purple flowers will grow on the potato plant when tubers are growing under the soil.  The seed potato piece will […]

A very long time ago, blueberries only grew wild in Oregon. The state has a climate and soil that blueberry plants grow very well in. Native Americans used blueberries for many things. They were for food and medicine. They were also used for dye.  Image by Veronica Bosley from Pixabay As time went on, […]

Like all crops, onions can be damaged by insect pests and diseases. Unlike some crops, the part we eat grows under the soil. This means that insect feeding and disease infections can cause problems in onions that they might not in some crops.

[…] produced in the United States, all of which fall into one of six recognized classes. Where each class of wheat is grown depends largely upon rainfall, temperature, soil conditions and tradition. Generally speaking, wheat is more often grown in arid regions where soil quality is poor. Wheat classes are determined not only by the […]

[…] profitability of a grass field because farmers are able to get more money for a crop with no weed seeds, and the field will have higher yields. Soil tests are taken to measure the field’s pH levels. Lime may be added to raise the pH levels. The heavy rain in Western Oregon soils can […]