Winter Trees Crystallize Then Crash In Silent Night
The poem describes shining crystal branches forming a winter canopy then cracking and falling to the ground. Sparkling remnants scatter like diamonds on the grass as the trees lie maimed yet hope remains that spring will bring renewal and life. Fate and weariness color the reflection on endurance.
Marshmallow candy origins and modern recipe components
The article notes marshmallows began in the late 1800s using the marshmallow plant root and now consist of gelatin water sugar or corn syrup egg whites and vanilla extract.
Windbreak planting needs careful soil prep in panhandle
In the Texas Panhandle tight clay soils plus wind and limited water require site preparation to 15 inches, preferably in fall or winter before spring planting. Texas Forest Service forester Brian Scott notes early prep helps soil absorb moisture and ease planting, with weed barrier fabric advised to boost survival. Contact Salt Fork Soil and Water Conservation at 806 447-2575 ext 101 for seedlings and planning.
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Texas Forest Service
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Scott
Salt Fork Soil and Water Conservation Office
NRCS urges CRP farmers to plant native grass this spring
The local NRCS urges all CRP participants in signup 20 to plant native grass mix as a cover crop now. Best stands occur when seeded December to February with a forb included. kill dead litter when needed. In Collingsworth County about 300 CRP acres will be planted this spring. Contact Myron Mertz or Vernon Brister at 806 447 2575.
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Myron Mertz
Vernon Brister
Collingsworth
Illinois
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Wellington
Mertz
Brister
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