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This is Kevin Bloski’s front lawn seeded with a majority of Kentucky bluegrass and a grass seed mix from Early’s called Erin Green. Bloski, who consistently waters the double trunk weeping birch tree, says it’s one of the few remaining weeping birch trees in Saskatoon.
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How to repair dog damage on lawns

Singing Gardener: Plus some tips for reseeding

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There are similar benefits derived from gardening and from owning a dog. When it comes to dogs, I’m no specialist, but a question arises: How compatible are gardeners and dogs? I’ll leave responses to you, our Grainews family of readers. I see a lot of folks walking with their dog, and sometimes with more than […] Read more
New Canadiana Cookbooks: Eat Alberta First
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New Canadiana Cookbooks: Eat Alberta First

First We Eat: Author Karen Anderson provides insights into Alberta people, places and ingredients as well as recipes

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To kick off a new series on modern Canadian cookbooks, I am happy to introduce the latest book from Alberta writer Karen Anderson, Eat Alberta First: A Year of Local Recipes from Where the Prairies Meet the Mountains. Full disclosure: Karen is a longtime friend, locavore dining companion, Slow Food stalwart and all-time great woman. […] Read more
Tension can stem from physical exertion, mental and emotional stress or even uncontrollable shifts in the weather. While tension is largely unavoidable, there are a few things we can use to help ease tension in our bodies.
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Tips to relieve tension

How breathing exercises and slow movements can help

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One of the most common complaints that brings people to see me is tension somewhere — sometimes everywhere — in the body. All tension, regardless of the area it is felt, is a reaction from our neurological state. Our nervous system receives signals from our body, which interprets our internal and external environments. One of […] Read more
Soleado zinnias are a sight to behold when in full colour, as you can see from these stunning golden yellow flowers with a contrasting mahogany centre. This zinnia variety is an excellent choice for cut flowers, standing up well and growing up to 45 centimetres tall.
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Need a reason to grow zinnias?

They’re beautiful additions to any garden and can also help vegetables grow

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My father used to say the best apples on the tree are the furthest away on the limb. You have to reach for them, so reach for the stars. My dad filled me with memories and stories that will stay with me for as long as I live. He gave me what I wanted most […] Read more
Asking for higher compensation can be difficult, and arguments arise when what you think you need is perceived by your employer, the farm parents, as a want.
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How to ask for better compensation on the farm

Talking about money can be less stressful when you start with a “reality check” of what you need

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Young farm families have many expectations to manage as they work on farms as employees, raise small children and juggle time to generate off-farm revenue. Asking for higher compensation can be difficult, and arguments arise when what you think you need is perceived by your employer, the farm parents, as a want. Talking about money […] Read more
This Prairie Magic apple tree has scarring on the lower trunk. The wound appears to have healed over well but it should be monitored closely for any change.
Farm Life

Protect your fruit trees from fire blight

Singing Gardener: Plus some tips for disinfecting garden tools

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Hi folks! It’s Ted here. I’m back again and so glad my gardening companions are tracking right along with me on the Grainews Singing Gardener page. Thanks for coming by this way.  Gardening is an art, a craft and an opportunity to be the student of a lifelong teacher. She shouts out to us, “Learn from me. […] Read more
Froese: Making sure you’re up to the task
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Froese: Making sure you’re up to the task

Checklists that spell out peoples’ roles and responsibilities can contribute to happier farms

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I believe folks are happy in their roles on the farm when it is clear what is expected of them, and they have the proper tools to get the job done. It is also important that older folks know what kind of work they want to do as they step back without stepping away. I’m […] Read more
Chocolate cake — inverted, with whipped cream and spoon.
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Celebrating recovery with food

First We Eat: Long journey back from foot injury

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It has been 18 months since a motorcyclist knocked me down and drove over my left foot. This morning I ran seven kilometres. That achievement is due as much to the perseverance of my physiotherapist as to my own bulldog nature. At the time of the accident, I was in the Comox Valley on Vancouver […] Read more
A piece of flapper pie was on The Singing Gardener’s dessert menu, courtesy of “Jim, the Pie Guy.” The reward was a song.
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Tips for growing spectacular geraniums

Singing Gardener: Plus a shout out to Jim, the Pie Guy

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What a pleasant surprise I had recently. Jim Hyrich, known as Jim, the Pie Guy, came by one day while I was away for a short time. In my absence he left some of his homemade flapper pie, along with an attached note: “Ted. These are a couple slices of my flapper pie. I am […] Read more

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