ABS is sampling from address frames that are usually based, in part, on the USPS files. Although approaches for selecting samples of addresses for mail or in-person surveys have existed for decades, the surveyâs success depends heavily on the availability of a suitable address frame.
Water and water uptake are major factors in keeping cut flowers fresh. A process called hardening ensures maximum water uptake. It simply means placing the freshly cut stem in 110Â° F (43.5Â° C) water (plus preservative). Place in a cool location for an hour or two.
A general rule for vegetables is that cool-season crops should be stored at cooler temperatures (32 to 35Â°F), and warm-season crops should be stored at warmer temperatures (45 to 55Â°F). There are exceptions to this rule, though. Table 1 lists optimum storage temperatures for commonly grown Kansas fruits and vegetables.