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From the Ground Up: Growing Figs in Colder Climates , resourceGrowing figs in marginal hardiness zones requires special care and technique. Virginia Cooperative Extension's Ed Olsen shares expert strategies for successfully cultivating these Mediterranean favorites in challenging climates.
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Timber Theft in Virginia , resourceWoodlands provide recreational opportunities, ecosystem services such as wildlife habitat and clean water, and can be an important source of income. Many landowners take careful steps to ensure that their property is managed to maximize these benefits. However, all of this work can be easily eradicated by one of Virginia’s most dreaded forest pests: timber thieves.
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How Drones (UAVs) Are Helpful in Today’s Agricultural Practices , resourceUAVs, also called drones, are emerging as a significant asset in the agricultural sector, supporting a range of applications that can enhance productivity and streamline farm management. This publication outlines several key uses of drones in Virginia agriculture.
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