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Bug Blog Archives for “January, 2006”
Winter Clean-up
When it comes to cleaning, you may not do windows, but your growing environments should be at the top of your list.
So here it is, it’s January. Staying warm? Not much growers can do at this time of year, especially in the northern states. Starting plants is right around the corner for some. Until that time, though, there’s not much to do. Or is there? We know the chores put off during the summer may be (should be) attended to at this time: mending tools and whatnot, but there’s more that can be done. It’s time to clean and prepare the growing space, for one thing. We’re not talking about a quick hose-down and sweeping, we’re talking about a deep, invasive cleaning. Near-sterilization if possible.
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Wish #2006
Our wish, #2006: Have a great year!
If you’re reading this, then this is meant for you. Competitors, suppliers, distributors, customers, institutions, and government. Everyone. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from, or what your thing is.
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Aphid Boot Camp
“Alright maggots,” the Drill Sergeant shouted.
“Let’s get a move on… hut-two-three-four. March dammit! Stop bouncing, dress it up ladies!”
Cruel? No. This is everyday life at Aphid Basic Training. It’s still on a volunteer basis, but it doesn’t mean it’s easy. The scene described is from Sgt. O’Hara’s barracks. His platoon is being marched to the mess hall. Today they run the obstacle course to see if the troops put to use everything they’ve learned so far and are ready to graduate out of this hell.
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