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Livestock Chores and Checklists in Winter

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Don’t neglect these chores during winter or your livestock could suffer.

Use a Low Tunnel This Spring for Earlier Harvests

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There comes a time when we all just want to start planting in our gardens again, and a low tunnel provides this earlier-is-better option.

Healthy Hens Love This Winter Tea Supplement

Animals | Beginning Farmers | Chickens 101 | Health & Nutrition | Poultry | Urban Farm |
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Give your flock a beneficial boost during cold weather with these easy-to-make elixirs.

These Grant Resources Can Help Fund Your Farm

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Got a great idea but need funds to get it going? A farm grant might be just the answer! Learn more about farm grants, from finding them to applying and more.

Warm It Up With This Guide To Firewood

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Nothing beats the warmth and security of a home heated by firewood. If you're considering firewood heating, check out these tips for getting started.

Fostering Sustainable Community With FarmerJawn

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Christa Barfield of the Philadelphia-based community-supported agriculture initiative FarmerJawn tells us about the roots of the movement.

Slow & Steady Makes The Little Dream Farm Prosper

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The Little Dream Farm founder Sarah Bergstein tells us how adopting a cat named Boonce helped paved the way to a hobby farm calling.

Cattle Crazy? Take Your Bovine Obsession To The Next Level

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Do you count cows to fall asleep and dream of one day owning a herd of cattle? Check out these tips for getting ready and giving in to your cattle crazy.

Breaking Barriers With The Black Yard Farm Collective

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Black Yard Farm founder Ashanti Williams tells us how the New York-based initiative is opening doors for Black farmers. She also shares her love of okra.

Fall Is the Right Time To Dig … Into Seed Catalogs!

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It's that time of year when we dig into seed catalogs to plan next year's garden. Here are some tips for navigating the many seed choices available.

Full Cycle Projects Help Fuel Power Farms

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Rebekah Power from the Arizona-based Power Farms tells us about the nourishing nature of growing sunflowers and working as a family unit.

Wooden Trailer Needs Rebuilding? Give It A Go

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Projects |
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Take care of your farm equipment and it will help take care of your farm. My wooden trailer has served faithfully for years, but it's time for a rebuild.

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