We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about keeping Babydoll Southdown sheep. Check out what they had to say!

In this excerpt from “Grow Your Own Spices,” author Tasha Greer explains why you should grow mustard in your spice garden this year.

A hügelkultur allows you to compost slow-to-decay materials while growing nutrient-hungry plants on top. Learn more in this excerpt from “The Regenerative Garden.”

We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about Belted Galloways, a striking, durable and docile cattle breed. Check out what one keeper had to say!

We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about Large Blacks, a docile and attentive breed of pig. Check out one keeper had to say!

In this excerpt from “Pressure Canning for Beginners and Beyond,” author Angi Schneider lays down the basics for canning meat.

We asked Hobby Farms readers to tell us what they love about keeping pygmy goats, a tiny but mighty breed. Check out what they had to say!

Suzanne Nelson Karreman of Reverence Farms speaks with us about her Jersey cow dairy operation, grazing multiple species and making her way as a woman farmer.

In this excerpt from “The Vertical Veg Guide to Container Gardening,” author Mark Ridsdill Smith explores three methods of growing food in an urban setting.

Nothing says comfort like a bowl of homemade chicken and vegetable soup. This recipe by author Angi Schneider lets you put up plenty for cozy winter meals.