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Chestnut Ridge Farm/Scottish Highlanders/Lab's & Littlepop's Popcorn!!
Willow & Buhler The Chestnut Story The view from my back deck Chestnut flowering Chestnut Harvest Well to begin my story, we’ll have to go back to 1999 when I planted a chestnut orchard in the northeast section of my town in Ellington, Connecticut. I had come up with the idea from earlier memories of my father working with some trees in our backyard in the late 60’s. I found out land was available and I was planning on building a house as well. I cleared around 8 acres and planted approximately 800 trees! The planting went well and the trees were looking beautiful. Unfortunately, when the following spring came, because of the combination of too much water in the soil and the variety of chestnut trees I had planted, almost all but a few didn’t make it. I didn’t give up and I cleared some more land that was on higher ground and today almost 25 years later, at the time of this writing, I have approximately 150 trees. Not all are producing because some are still too young. In 2022 I had a record crop and I sold about 1,400 lbs. into the market. Last year, 2023, I didn’t do as well they only produced about half as much as in 2022. That’s farming!
Bruce LuginbuhlPublished 3 months ago in EarthLook Up
We don’t look up enough. We take the world around us for granted sometimes, and we don’t see the beauty in what we are surrounded by. In all the hustle and bustle, evening appointments, heading to or from work, taking the dog out, taking the trash to the curb, outside, smoking a cigarette (😵💫) or sitting around a fire.
Colleen WaltersPublished 2 months ago in EarthEvery Day's a School Day
British spelling The Universe is mind-boggling. <><><> Question 1: What is our planet doing, and where is it going? <><><>
A B ForbesPublished 3 months ago in EarthThe Promise of Decentralized Cities
I grew up on a small peninsula in the North Sea in Germany. From there, I went to live in Berlin for 1 year. From a place with more sheep than people to the most-populated city in Europe.
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Flight
I’ve only heard stories about it, the Winter home. They say that there, the sun is brighter and hotter, that the very trees sweat with her closeness. They say the leaves are the size of five nests together, and the ground is dense with thick and tangled greenery. They say I will not be able to walk there, that I must only fly, because there are many more predators than I have ever seen before.
Water Walkers
Lake Superior is a big lake. Some say it is an inland Sea. My Anishinabe people call it Gitchigama or the Great Sea. Lake Superior is a very large body of water that some people consider to be an inland sea. It is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area and the third-largest by volume, holding 10% of the world’s surface fresh water. It has a coastline of nearly 10,000 miles and spans across the border between Canada and the United States1. It is also home to many fish species, islands, and shipwrecks23. The name Lake Superior comes from the French term le lac supérieur, meaning the upper lake, because it is above Lake Huron4. However, the Ojibwe people who live around the lake call it gichi-gami, meaning great sea4. This name reflects the lake’s immense size and power, as well as its cultural and spiritual significance for the Ojibwe people. Quote from Microsoft Bing
Denise E LindquistPublished 8 months ago in EarthIt's Getting Hot In Here
Our boiling planet bubbled into more concerning areas and a new unofficial hottest day on record was set. Are scientists correct? Is this a clear sign of how pollutants released into our world are warming our environment?
Jason Ray MortonPublished 10 months ago in EarthWhat's in the Air?
Some people say not to worry about the air; Some people never had experience with...air... - ''Air'' - Talking Heads I wonder about what David Byrne and the rest of the band would make of the Sunday that just passed in my adopted hometown/province. Perhaps they would have reminded us that the song was a warning about what can happen when you do not pay attention to what is happening around you:
Kendall DefoePublished 10 months ago in Earth
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4 countries that have the fewest people
While definitively determining the absolute bottom four countries in terms of population is difficult due to ever-changing data and the existence of dependent territories, here's a comprehensive look at four countries consistently ranking among the world's least populous:
Moharif YuliantoPublished about an hour ago in Earth4 countries that have the narrowest territory in the world
While there's no definitive ranking for the narrowest countries solely based on width, here are 4 countries well-known for their elongated, slender shapes:
Moharif YuliantoPublished about 2 hours ago in EarthEclipse Thoughts
I. Chasing the Eclipse A six hour drive for a four minute moment? When my husband asked if I wanted to take a road trip to view the solar eclipse in totality, there was no other answer but “yes.” While I’d experienced other solar eclipses–a few in my childhood, one in my young adulthood, one just seven years ago–I’d never seen one the way others had told me they were meant to be seen.
Cheryl WrayPublished about 9 hours ago in EarthDecay and Discovery
Absolutely, let's refine and expand the story. In the heart of my city lies a world that has always held a special allure for me—a world of decay and discovery, where forgotten landscapes whisper stories of times gone by. For as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to the beauty hidden within abandonment, to the mysteries waiting to be unveiled amidst crumbling facades and overgrown paths.
Mayowa timilehinPublished about 11 hours ago in EarthEndangered Plants and Trees
Plants Rafflesia arnoldii is the largest flower in the world and is referred to as the Corpse Flower. It got its name from the repulsive odor emitted from the flower when it blooms. This smell attracts insects which are needed to pollinate the plant.
Rasma RaistersPublished about 13 hours ago in EarthSpotting this laser beam? Brace yourself—lightning might be lurking close by!
Lightning, with its spectacular display of power, is a natural phenomenon that never fails to captivate our imagination. When it strikes, it unleashes an incredible 300 million volts of electricity—enough to power 25 million car batteries! What's even more astonishing is that you're statistically more likely to be struck by lightning in your lifetime than to win the lottery. It's a reminder of the unpredictability of nature and the need for innovative solutions to protect against its forces.
Esha singhPublished about 15 hours ago in EarthDiscover the Enchantment of Jellyfish Air Plants: A Guide to Gardening Magic
Unveiling the Mystique of Jellyfish Air Plants Jellyfish air plants, also known as Tillandsia 'Medusa', are a mesmerizing variety of air plants that resemble the graceful movement of jellyfish in the ocean depths. With their long, trailing tendrils and delicate, wispy foliage, these plants evoke a sense of enchantment wherever they are displayed.
Gardeners TeamPublished about 16 hours ago in EarthThe Green Wonders: Examining the Beauty and Advantages of Shrubs
Forgotten heroes of the plant nation, shrubs are sometimes overshadowed by their reaching tree cousins. Landscape design, ecology, and even human health are significantly impacted by these durable and adaptable plants. In-depth discussions of the appearance, practical uses, and many different ways that shrubs improve both the environment and our lives are included in this detailed guide to the interesting world of shrubs.
david millerPublished about 16 hours ago in Earth
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