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We are extremely grateful for our Immigrant H-2A workers. But why do we bring H-2A workers? The H-2A temporary agricultural program helps employers who anticipate a lack of available domestic workers to bring foreign workers to the U.S. to perform temporary or seasonal agricultural work including, but not limited to, planting, cultivating, or harvesting labor. Depending on the type of work you need, temporary or seasonal agricultural work can happen on farms, plantations, ranches, nurseries, ranges, greenhouses, orchards, or other similar locations. #farming #farminglife #produce #agriculture

Conventional vs. Organic Pesticides  (Types Of Pesticides) There's a common misconception that organic equals pesticide-free. Organic farming, while minimizing synthetic inputs, is still a form of agriculture and needs the use of pesticides. #farming #farmlife #farming101 #pesticides #produce

Asparagus undergoes a transformation each year. In spring the tender, edible spears emerge from the ground. These are what we harvest and enjoy. But in Sumer, If left unharvested, these spears develop into leafy, fern-like fronds. This foliage is essential for the plant to build energy for the next year's spear production. #farming101 #farmer #farmlife #produce #asparagus

It is 100° degrees outside, leading onions to shut down and consume less water. #Farming101 #Produce #farmer #farmlife #Onions 

Thanks To The Invisible Hands That Bring Food To Our Tables. An estimated 2.4 million farmworkers work on farms and ranches in the United States. The large majority of farmworkers are immigrants, and a significant segment of the farm workforce is employed through the H-2A visa program, which allows farm employers to hire temporary migrant workers if they anticipate a shortage of U.S. workers to fill temporary and seasonal jobs. Over 90% of H-2A workers are employed on crop farms, according to DOL data. In 2022, there were nearly 372,000 jobs certified by DOL for employers seeking to hire H-2A workers, which is the first step employers must complete. Thanks to our workers! #Farming #Farmworkers #Agriculture

Tobacco Fields In South Georgia. #Farming101 #Tobacco #Farming #Agriculture

Beautiful And Fascinating Asparagus Dance Unfolds Before Our Eyes! At the peak of the season, especially in hot weather, Asparagus can grow several inches per day. #Farming #FarmLife #Timelapse #Produce #Asparagus #Food

Green Gone White! Our asparagus experiment is a success! We blocked the sun & look what happened! Regular green asparagus gets its color from chlorophyll, which develops when exposed to sunlight. In our experiment, the box blocked the sunlight, preventing chlorophyll production. This results in the asparagus spears staying white and tender. White asparagus is more expensive and is called “white gold” because growing it requires more labor. Farmers need to mound soil around the asparagus or use special covers to keep out the sun. The white asparagus season is much shorter than green asparagus because it takes constant effort to keep the spears from reaching the sunlight. And white asparagus is considered a delicacy due to its milder flavor and rarity. Compared to the US, white asparagus holds a more prominent role in Europe's culinary scene, particularly in Germany for a few reasons: Tradition and Taste: European cultures, especially Germany, have a long tradition of enjoying white asparagus. The milder flavor and unique texture are considered a delicacy. Climate: Europe's cooler climate compared to some parts of the US is more conducive to growing white asparagus. The cooler temperatures help slow down growth, allowing for thicker and more tender spears. Consumer Preference: In Europe, there's a higher demand for white asparagus compared to the US. This drives more farmers to specialize in its production, creating a larger market and cultural significance. #farming101 #farmer #farmlife #produce

Cool Asparagus Mystery Box! Plants, like asparagus, use a pigment called chlorophyll to capture sunlight and convert it into energy through a process called photosynthesis. Chlorophyll is what gives most plants their green color. But if there’s no sun there’s no chlorophyll? Green or White? Follow and like to see the results.  Is the Asparagus coming completely white or green, comment what you think. #asparagus #farming101 #farmlife #agriculture

Biodegradable black mulch & white covers ripen watermelons faster. Black mulch offers several advantages for our crops. Because the mulch is black, light is not transmitted through the plastic, so weeds will not grow under the material. Soil temperature increases by 3-5 degrees F under the mulch at 2 to 6 inches of soil depth. This is the area of greatest root growth early in the season. By creating a barrier between the soil and the sun, black mulch helps reduce moisture evaporation from the soil. This is especially beneficial during hot summer months, keeping the crops hydrated with less frequent watering. #farming101 #farmer #farmlife #produce #food