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If you have a garden, small farm, or orchard, a farmers market is the perfect place to sell your homegrown produce. Depending on your location, you may also have the option to sell secondhand produce, canned goods, or crafts. Even if farming as a business isn’t a new concept for you, renting a booth can boost your profits. Studies show that you can make 40% to 70% more as a farmers market vendor than by selling through wholesale out… Read more

Everyone knows it’s important to keep thirsty garden plants sufficiently watered, especially during the hottest summer months. But how do you know when you’ve watered too much, or too often? If plants are wilting, does that mean more water is needed? Why is overwatering bad, and what damage can happen when plants receive too much water? Rest assured: in this GrangeKnows article, we’ve provided answers to these and many more overwateri… Read more

Imagine biting into a homegrown juicy pear or apple. How about stepping into the backyard and picking fresh cherries or peaches during growing season? Efforts toward successfully growing fruit trees are worth the wait. Fruit trees generally take two to five years to reach a level of maturity that allows fruiting. It is wise to choose a location where your fruit tree will continue to flourish and grow years into the future. This GrangeKnows art… Read more

We all love Spring. The warmer weather, the sunny skies, and green hues are irresistible. For many, Spring means gardening season and at Grange Co-op we’re here to help you make this the best Spring ever! You can tackle this exciting time of the year now, including starting your own seeds. Sprouting and nursing your own seedlings is rewarding, and your Grange Co-op is here to assist. TOOLS We suggest purchasing a premium soil mix… Read more