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At Blue Truck Bread, Ancient Grains & Sourdough Fuel The Farm

Beginning Farmers | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Jacob and Courtney Cowgill started as vegetable farmers, but circumstances led them to ancient grains and sourdough bread. Today, the couple are proud owners of Blue Truck Bread.

Soulful And Affectionate Creatures Thrive At Stone House Mini Donkeys

Animals | Beginning Farmers |
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Farm founder Michelle Aguilera tells us how miniature Mediterranean donkeys have helped her discover the benefits of hobby farm life.

Learn To Weld & Fix Your Own Farm Equipment

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Homesteading |
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With a minimum investment and some self-education you can begin fixing all of the gates, tractor attachments and trailer hook-ups that have a habit of breaking on your farm.

Video: How to Grow Lion’s Mane Mushrooms Using the ‘Totem’ Method

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Food | Homesteading | Urban Farming |
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With a little work on the front end, you can enjoy flushes of fresh lion's mane mushrooms for years to come. Here's how to grow your own at home.

Stable Root Cellar Conditions Treat Your Vegetables Right

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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There are different root cellar designs, but any functional storage space should keep your roots in stable conditions that effectively mimic a vegetable's natural winter dormancy.

Spotlighting Babydoll Southdown Sheep & Knitted Goods At Timber Creek Farm

Animals | Beginning Farmers |
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The fiber farm founder, Janet Garman, reflects on how farming has changed since the '90s and how it's a lifestyle with genuine purpose.

6 Christmas Gift Ideas For Farmers In 2020

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden | News |
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Thanksgiving has come and gone, which can only mean one thing: It’s time to start seeking the right Christmas gift for the farmers in your life.

“The No-Till Organic Vegetable Farm” Is A Comprehensive Guide For No-Till Farmers

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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In "The No-Till Organic Vegetable Farm," farmer and author Daniel Mays provides a detailed road map to start a no-till vegetable farm.

Goat Glamping & Miniature Donkeys Star At Honey Blom Farms

Animals | Beginning Farmers |
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Honey Blom Farms co-founder Caitlyn Blom tells us how their adorable goats and donkeys play key roles at the Knoxville-based venture.

Keep These Farm Safety Tips In Mind To Avoid Injury

Beginning Farmers | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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Whether it's safely operating machinery or staying careful in the kitchen, farm safety should always be top of mind—even on small and hobby farms.

Sheltering Generations Illustrates The Importance Of Barns Across The U.S.

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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In Sheltering Generations, the new coffee-table book takes a unique look at the role of the American barn on farms and ranches across the country.

Ecosystem Gardening Yields Big Benefits

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | News | Urban Farming |
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Converting unused or underutilized land to an edible ecosystem addresses food security issues, and it brings environmental advantages as well!

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