There are many things to keep in mind during lambing season, but one especially fun thing is choosing names for the newborn baby lambs on the farm!
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.
Everyone's afraid of salmonella, and chicken-keepers especially know to beware the notorious pathogen. There are actually four kinds, though, each with different traits and implications.
Thinking about buying some cattle? From milk to beef, cattle are great small-farm livestock, but know these nine things before making the move.
Fermented pickled beets bring the tangy flavor of canned pickled beets while also offering gut benefits associated with probiotics.
Hobby farmer Sara Easley tells us how a collection of Nigerian dwarf goats keep things endlessly entertaining at her homestead.
These five recipes for tasty treats are a great way to spoil your flock of backyard chickens, as well as boost their nutrients to meet seasonal needs.
4WD and 2WD tractors both have upsides. Let’s compare their pros and cons to figure out which type you need on your farm.
These unique heritage chicken breeds range from distinctive to off the wall, and they can be difficult to find. But, for many, they’re worth the time and effort to track down.
Thinking about planting trees in your pasture? There are a number of benefits, though also some concerns. Consider these tips when choosing what to plant.
Nearly ubiquitous on spice racks the world over, easy-to-grow oregano brings flavor to a wide variety of dishes and a range of medical uses, too.
Louisiana-based backyard farm founder Katie Juan of Juan Hobby Farm tells us how self-sustainability runs in the family and introduces us to Versace, one special rooster.
