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How to bring beneficial bees back · When planting, include some native species.
Bees, birds and butterflies play integral roles in pollinating many of the crops humans rely on for sustenance. The National Pollinator Garden Network, through the National Wildlife Federation, recently launched the Million Pollinator Garden Challenge, an effort to increase the amount of nectar and pollen food sources as the organization aims to reverse the alarming decline of pollinators such as honey bees, native bees and monarch butterflies.
are 4,000 species of native or wild bees in the continental United States, many populations are in decline. According to the Pollinator Partnership, various areas of North America have lost more than 50 percent of their managed honeybee colonies in the past 10 years. Bringing these important pollinators back will take a little work, but it is possible.
· The Gardener’s Supply Company also says that bees find blue, purple and yellow flowers most appealing. Opt for more of these hues when planning gardens.
Many people are afraid of bees because of their propensity to sting. Unlike their wasp and yellow-jacket cousins, honeybees and bumblebees are much more docile and content to hop from bloom to bloom without paying humans any mind. The only time such bees may resort to stinging is if someone inadvertently steps on them.
· Plants that offer cover can be attractive to bees that desire a respite from the sun and heat. Coleus and other ground cover offerings can be handy.
· Above all, avoid using pesticides in the yard. Even organic ones can be toxic to bees and other pollinators, and they may contribute to colony collapse disorder.
· Offer water in shallow dishes, as even bees need a cool drink to stay hydrated.
Bees are beneficial for yards. Gardener’s Supply Company says one out of every three bites of food humans take depends on a pollinator. That’s because about 150 crops grown in the United States depend on pollinators. Even though there
· Bees like various plants, so plant more than one species. Some plants that bees tend to like include alyssum, aster, geranium, bee balm, poppies, and clover.
With these techniques in mind, homeowners can attract more bees to their yards and gardens, which can benefit bees and humans alike. TF196043
· Brush piles, dry grasses and dead woods offer nesting areas for bees.
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Farm Facts
ROWAN COUNTY 327,141 total
The total number of farms amount to 925 with an average of 129 acres per farm. The estimated harvested cropland rounds out to approximately 60,433 acres. The age of farmers within Rowan County averages to 57.1 while the value of their farms and buildings equate to approximately $696 million. As of 2020, approximately 8,700 beef cows and 1,300 milk cows reside throughout Rowan County. In 2019, approximately 3.6 million broilers and 64,000 layers were produced in Rowan County. The statistics for Livestock production shows Rowan County in the top 45% of the state. Broiler production ranked 43%, and layers ranked 35%. In 2020, cattle production ranked 8%, beef cow production 10% and milk cow production 4%. In terms of county cash receipts, Rowan County’s livestock, dairy and poultry production earned approximately $25 million, ranking 51% statewide. Crop production earned approximately $40 million at 31%, and government payments averaged $3 million at 38%. In total, Rowan County ranked 46% state-wide for cash receipts. In terms of 2019 crop production, Rowan County was ranked 24th state-wide for the production of corn for grain per bushel. Soybean production was ranked 34th, and wheat per bushel production was ranked 19th.
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•The most common breed of dairy cow is the Holstein • It takes 10 pounds of milk to make one pound of cheese • Americans eat about 350 slices of pizza per second, or almost 3 billion pizzas (made with Mozzarella Cheese) per year • It takes more than 21 pounds of whole milk to make one pound of butter • Canada, Japan, and Mexico are the largest markets for U.S. dairy exports • A cow’s udder can hold 25- 50 pounds of milk
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• Dairy cows drink 35 gallons of water a day – the equivalent of a bathtub of water • The average American consumes almost 25 gallons of milk a year; that’s 400 glasses! • Dairy cows weigh about 1,400 pounds
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• As pigs grow, they can eat up to 9 pounds of feed per day • The average person will eat twenty 240 pound pigs in their lifetime • Insulin is made from a pig’s adrenal gland and helps people with diabetes lower their blood sugar
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• In the old days, ship captains kept pigs on board because they believed that pigs always swam towards the nearest shore • There are more than 180 species of pigs, found on every continent except Antarctica • Pigs weigh about 250 pounds by the time they are four to six months old • Pigs do not sweat
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7 reasons to shop farmers’ markets 1. Enjoy fresh, seasonal foods.
ing methods to ensure their foods are as nutritious as possible.
Foods at farmers’ markets tend to be limited to in-season offerings. Some nutritionists suggest eating seasonally available foods is better for your body, because humans ate seasonal produce for thousands of years before shipping and refrigeration changed how people received the majority of their foods. In addition, many people feel that fresh, seasonal foods taste better than the alternatives.
5. Learn secrets and recipes.
2. Discover new foods. There’s always something new at a farmers’ market, and this can entice shoppers to expand their flavor palates. Explore interesting, locally grown items. Even children may fall in love with colorful fruits or vegetables and their refreshing tastes.
3. Embrace organic and non-GMO offerings. Many farmers’ markets offer foods that are organically grown and are produced without GMOs. Farmers’ market retailers also tend to give firsthand accounts of where their foods come from and how they are grown or raised.
4. Indulge in nutritious foods. The vivid colors and smells emanating from farmers’ markets indicate just how fresh and nutritious the offerings tend to be. Farmers who peddle their wares at farmers’ markets adhere to careful farm-
In addition to fresh produce, farmers’ markets may offer baked and other prepared goods. Shopkeepers often mingle with their customers, offering trade secrets and recipe ideas. Additionally, local farm families supported by farmers’ markets generally offer supreme customer service to keep shoppers coming back week after week.
6. Turn the trip into a social excursion. A farmers’ market can be an exciting and flavorful social gathering place for families and groups of friends, as well as a great place to meet other members of the community. Sometimes farmers also mingle with local artisans, so the market can be a one-stop-shopping locale for locally produced food and art.
7. Save money. Farmers’ markets may sell organic produce at a cost comparable or even lower than other retailers. That’s because local farmers don’t have to transport their items as far as retailers whose foods were shipped from far away places. Any time of the year is perfect for grabbing a tote bag and browsing the wares at a nearby farmers’ market, where shoppers are bound to find something fresh, unique and delicious. TF178256
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