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A Salute to Agriculture and Our Agricultural Heritage Series
As part of our a mission to promote and celebrate all aspects of Omaha and Midwest Living, Omahaculturefest.org salutes our Agricultural Heritage with a series on various aspects of modern agriculture. Whether you are an Omaha native, have adopted Omaha as your home, or are just visiting Omaha, you will come to appreciate the values, the ethic, the pioneer spirit of those who came before us that shape the people of Omaha and surrounding areas. Agriculture has a strong influence on Omaha and is reflected in the virtues of midwest living, respect for life and property, a strong work ethic, an appreciation for healthy living and good food, and the quest for a good life. This page examines various aspects of agriculture and its ties with the people and the city of Omaha and surrounding areas here in the Midwest.
Nebraska - The Cornhusker State
North Loup City - Nebraska's Popcorn Capital
Mondamin - the Great Corn Spirit of the Pottawattomi Indians
Sweet Corn - The Late Midsummer Treat
- Best Sweet Corn Varieties
- Sweet Corn Harvest
- Sweet Corn Recipes
CORN
Pick corn when the silk turns dark and starts to shrivel. The kernels should be bright, plump, and milky. This stage occurs about 20 days after the appearance of the first silk strands. To harvest, snap off the ears by hand with a quick, firm, downward push; then twist and pull. Corn is at its prime eating quality for only 72 hours before becoming overmature.
References
http://www.agry.purdue.edu/ext/corn/culture/art.html
http://www.pickyourown.org/NE.htm
Created: March 30, 2008
Modified: February 25, 2008
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