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Beginner Beekeeper Series: 3 Lessons That “Bee School” Won’t Teach You

Beekeeping
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Be prepared for loss, stings and surprises, but don't let any of them diminish your commitment to beekeeping. Rather, let them fuel your passion and help you spread the word to others.

Are Hobby Farmers “Real” Farmers? You Bet We Are

Animals | Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Homesteading | Poultry | Urban Farming |
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A recent Twitter exchange involved several definitions of "real" farmers. It showed me that some people obviously don't understand what we do or why.

Swinging Chicken in Video Has Slinky Neck—But Do You Know Why?

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You might have noticed the incredible way a chicken's neck moves—like in this Instagram video—but the reason behind it is fascinating.

Adding Ducks or Geese? Learn Their Housing Needs

Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Some waterfowl can coexist with chickens in coops, but the species' needs are different. Here are the things you need to know.

Beginner Beekeeper Q-and-A: What Goes on Inside the Hive?

Beekeeping
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Several types of bees in the hive play separate roles. Some, such as the queen, have only one role, while others have many duties that change throughout their lifespans.

How to Prevent Frozen Eggs

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Warm temperatures have not yet reached some parts of the U.S., but hens are laying more because of increased daylight. Here's how to prevent frozen eggs and what to do with ones you find.

Breeds You Need: Finding the Right Livestock for Small Farms

Animals | Beginning Farmers | Farm Management | Large Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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You don’t have to be a rancher to have a great herd of livestock on your hobby farm. Many terrific breeds are great for small acreage.

Beginner Beekeeper Q-and-A: What Equipment Do I Need to Get Started?

Beekeeping
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You've learned about the components of a hive, so what's next? Here are the gadgets and gizmos you'll need to start beekeeping this spring.

Livestock Q&A: Nutritional Advice on Rabbits

Animals | Poultry |
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Rabbits are herbivores and have some unusual digestive functions. Here's what to feed them and how to spot gastrointestinal problems.

Nutrition Matters: Proper Diets for Farm Dogs

Animals | Large Animals |
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Like other livestock species, farm dogs need the right food to perform at their best, whether that's working or breeding.

5 Reasons to Love Pollen Even if You Have Allergies

Beekeeping
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Pollen might cause you discomfort through allergies, but it's not all bad. Here are several ways pollen is good—and how it might even help allergies.

Try These 4 Ideas for an Egg-citing Easter

Animals | Poultry | Recipes |
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Sure, we have the traditional Easter-egg hunt in my home, but with a surplus of eggs, we do several other activities too. Try them yourself.

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