Sometimes, the best tool for a farm job isn’t the one the buying guides recommend, but a DIY one you create to serve your exact needs and requirements.
Healthy garden soil is well colonized by microorganisms that, in turn, maintain and release nutrients to the plants above. Air and water are central to this important balance.
Chantal Alexy from the New York-based Peace Garden Farm tells us about finding a sunset sense of serenity while walking through her flower field.
Plenty of gardeners use weed suppression fabric, but these alternative weed control methods are more beneficial to your soil, plants and the environment.
Tomato plants need support to keep them upright and off the ground, but you can use the Florida weave system to lift your tomatoes, preventing rot, disease and insect damage.
Got a lot of mulberries this year? Great! Just the right balance of tart and sweet, this common tree fruit makes a delicious jelly or jam.
A stunning native plant, the serviceberry provides beautiful flowers, a host of medicinal benefits and tasty, nutritious berries beloved by people and birds alike.
From breaking sod to creating beds, managing crops and even turning compost, a rotary plow is a versatility powerhouse on the small farm, working homestead or edible landscaped community.
Texas Master Gardener Rhonda Kaiser tells us about maximizing space and repurposing vintage objects in the garden at her homestead, Southern Home and Farm.
Springtime means garden cleanup, but keep an eye our for these beneficial insects as you ready your space. These bugs are your helpers during growing season!
Saving vegetable seeds to sell can be lucrative and worth your consideration. Here’s how to see if it could be a good fit for your farm business.
Looking for something new for the garden? Try these old-fashioned flowers! The varieties are less common than they used to be, but they're still worthwhile.
