FeaturesHigh-power HybridsAmerican Mammoth Jackstock have been part of this country’s heritage since the days of George Washington, but the introduction of mechanized agriculture caused them to fall out of favor. Today, they’re making a comeback.
by Sue Weaver
Online Exclusive: Learn from some of the original organic farmers:
Italian organic farmers. The birthplace Slow Food is, first and foremost, a place for long-lasting crop-growing traditions familiar to small farmers everywhere.
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Getting Land ... Got Tractor?
With all of the options available in farm equipment today, where should you turn for advice on your next tractor purchase? Check out four hobby
farmers’ real-life stories about their tractors and
how they use them around the farm.
by Jim Ruen
Eat This ... Not That
From wild asparagus to daylily blosssoms, you can make a meal from plants growing around your farm. Use this guide to determine what’s safe to put on your dinner plate and what should be left as is. <<Download Susan's handy safe foraged foods guide>>
by Susan M. Brackney
Bring on the Bugs
Beneficial insects are excellent allies in your battle with garden pests. Follow these tips for creating an insectary garden that will attract the good bugs so they can ward off the bad.
by Jessica Walliser
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Dianne Hellwig, PhD, DVM
with Dr. Lyle G. McNeal
Buying the Farm
John & Sue Weaver
Farm Garden
Jessica Walliser
How Do I ... Install a Split-rail Fence
Cheryl Morrison
Food for Thought
Carol Ekarius
Tools of the Trade
Water-well Pumps
John & Sue Weaver
Farm to Table
Dairy Delights
Michelle Bender
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