Plants At Slight Risk Next 2 Nights With Temps Near 32
If you recently did some outdoor planting you may want to take precautions Monday and Tuesday night as the mercury dips near the freezing mark. White County UT Ag Extension Director Scott Swoape said plants are always at risk during these first few weeks of spring. Swoape says his office receives a lot of calls […]
Ag Agent: Minimize Standing Water To Limit Mosquitoes
Looking out your window at those spring colors only to be greeted by large mosquitoes bumping against the glass? Recent rains are the reason. White County Agriculture Extension Agent Scott Swoape said “container mosquitoes” are the most common species of these pests in Tennessee. He said these insects depend on standing water to develop larvae. […]
Keeping Livestock Safe From The Summer Heat
During the hottest months of the year, livestock can be at risk for heat stress. Common signs of heat stress include foaming at the mouth, panting, and trembling. White County UT Extension Agent Scott Swoape said high temperatures and humidity can raise the heat index to concerning levels. “The species of livestock that are most […]
Snake Sightings Increase Across UC
Watch your step while tending your gardens and mowing the grass, as snake sightings have increased across the Upper Cumberland. White County Ag Extension Agent Scott Swoape said snakes are cold-blooded and search for cool or damp areas. Areas like crawl spaces, flower gardens,wood piles and ponds are the most common habitats for snakes. “Everybody […]
