It’s important to keep food safety in mind when storing herbs or vegetables such as garlic, mushrooms and chili peppers in oil. The combination of these low-acid foods and oil create an environment for deadly bacteria.
Candace Stoughton, Low Impact Development Specialist, gives a tour of the East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District building and the many demonstration projects on the grounds that soak up stormwater
Presentation by Silvia Rondon on Insect Ecology. Topics covered include types of metamorphosis, effects of temperature on development, how temperature affects SWD and potato tuberworm.
Q: I am wondering where in my backyard would be the best place for a vegetable garden. The yard is surrounded by a 6 foot cedar fence. I am about to install a 12x8 shed in my yard and it will go in the opposite corner of the garden. Any advice would be much appreciated.