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How to Prune Fruit Trees to Restore an Old Orchard

Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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Restore your old orchard to its former glory with a few nips, clips and some maintenance. In time, you'll enjoy a bounty from your healthy fruit trees.

Ethanol for Farm Equipment: When It Works and When to Avoid It

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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If it’s a newer machine and sees consistent use, E10 is likely a fine option. Older or poorly maintained machines may do better with 100% gasoline.

How to Replace Spark Plugs on a Tractor, ATV or UTV

Equipment | Farm Management |
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Replacing Spark Plugs is a Relatively Straightforward Task You Can Handle Yourself With the Right Tools

How to Use a Tree and Log Scale Stick

Equipment | Farm Management |
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A Must-Have Tool if You’re Interested in Harvesting Lumber from Woodlands on your Farm

Growing Garlic for Profit: A Market Gardener’s Guide

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Not every market farmer makes room to grow garlic, but perhaps every farmer should.

How to Keep Geese Out of Your Yard Naturally

Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Waterfowl |
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How to keep geese out of your yard is a challenge many property owners face, especially if they live near ponds, fields, or other open grassy areas. While raising domestic geese can be enjoyable for homesteaders, wild Canada Geese are another matter entirely. These birds can be quite the mess makers on your property, especially […]

Livestock First Aid Kit Supplies Every Farmer Needs

Animals | Farm Management | Health & Nutrition |
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Download this list to track your first-aid supplies.

10 Tips to Start a Canned Food Business

Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Food |
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If you’re ready to take your canning to the next level, use these key ingredients to start a successful canning business.

Farm Tractors: Why Some Use Dual Wheels

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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There’s no one-size-fits-all choice when it comes to dual wheels on farm tractors.

What to Do With Old Hay: 4 Smart Uses

Animals | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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What to do with old hay is a common question, since it’s rare to find a farm that doesn’t occasionally have spoiled or leftover farm hay to dispose of. If you’re wondering what to do with old hay that’s no longer suitable for feed, there are several practical ways to put it to work around […]

Fuel Efficiency: 10 Ways to Improve Farm Vehicle Economy

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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By using a combination of these 10 tips, you can meaningfully improve fuel economy and reap the benefits.

Spring Projects to Tackle First on the Farm

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Even if the weather in your area doesn't reflect spring's arrival, it's time to get machinery, land and growing areas ready for the yearly change.

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