Describes the procedures required for soil preparation of food-producing gardens in both the spring and fall, including equipment to use.

Provides a summary of a wide range of information concerning the culture, nutritional value, harvest, and storage of summer squash.

Provides a summary of a wide range of information concerning the culture, nutritional value, harvest, and storage of beets.

Presents 4-H projects that teach the nutritional value of vegetables.

Describes why irrigation is important and basic techniques for watering.

Describes the importance of proper irrigation practices and lists methods for the home gardener to apply water to plants.

Lists tips and questions to consider while planning and locating a food-producing home garden.

Provides a summary of a wide range of information concerning the culture, nutritional value, harvest, and storage of cooking greens.

Provides a summary of a wide range of information concerning the culture, nutritional value, harvest, and storage of lima and pole beans.

Lists inorganic elements required for healthy food-producing crops and explains the symptoms shown when there is a deficiency of these elements.