In today's "Growing Together" column, Don Kinzler says those of us in the Upper Midwest should start stocking up early to avoid shortages this year as the nationwide gardening surge continues.
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CANNING SAFELY: Canning rose in popularity during the 2020 pandemic, with folks staying home and returning to hobbies like gardening. Kansas State University Research and Extension advises canners to prepare now for the summer canning season. A little preparation now can help gardeners safely preserve their bounty this summer.
The 2020 pandemic led to a massive resurgence in gardening and canning popularity among those staying at home. Some explored it as a new hobby, while others used their gardens to supplement their food supplies. And that led to people from all walks of life rediscovering the joys of canning.
5 STEPS: K-State Research and Extension (KSURE) reminds you there are five steps to preserving food fresh, and preserving it safely. (Courtesy of KSURE)
Want to garden in 2021? Plan ahead because the pandemic is still affecting supplies
In today s Growing Together column, Don Kinzler says those of us in the Upper Midwest should start stocking up early to avoid shortages this year as the nationwide gardening surge continues. Written By: Don Kinzler | ×
High demand for seeds could create shortages again in 2021, so shop seed racks early. Alyssa Goelzer / The Forum
We’ll likely be gardening pandemic-style through the spring planting season and beyond.
People gardened worldwide in record numbers last year, causing shortages in vegetable seeds and creating high demand for landscape plants and flowers. The trend is predicted to continue.
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