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A Two-Wheel Tractor Is Perfect For Small Farms

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading | Permaculture |
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There are numerous benefits that a two-wheel tractor brings to small and hobby farms, so consider these advantages of compact machinery!

4 Reasons You Need A Portable Power Station

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A portable power station with a rechargeable battery provides handy off-the-grid electricity for a variety of needs. Here are four reasons why you need one:

Two-Wheel Tractors Are Ideal Tools For Community Gardens

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management |
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Community gardens are popular growing destinations, and two-wheel tractors are ideal tools for building and maintaining these essential spaces.

125 Farming Tips For Your Hobby Farm In 2023

Animals | Beekeeping | Beginning Farmers | Chicken Coops & Housing | Chickens 101 | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Large Animals | Poultry |
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This year, farm smarter not harder with these 125 tips put together by our contributors in celebration of Hobby Farms' 125th issue!

The Future Of Farm Tech Was On Display At CES 2023

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Farm tech is growing at the Consumer Electronic Show, and this year exhibitors demonstrated robot dogs, crop-scouting drones and a robot that picks a peck of peppers.

Three Microgreens Starter Sets To Get You Growing

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Microgreens provide fresh nutrients no matter the season and are a popular income generator at market. We tried three kits—here are the results.

Shopping For A Riding Mower? 5 Less Obvious Features To Consider

Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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Beyond the key numbers on the spec sheet, there are many less obvious features that affect the quality and performance of a riding lawn mower.

Burning Question: Is It Time For A High Efficiency Woodstove?

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A high-efficiency woodstove can offer significant energy savings as well as providing a sense of security and comfort. Here's how to make the switch.

How To Get & Stay Ready For Winter On The Farm

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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It doesn’t matter if the almanac says it’ll be frosty, snowing, warmer than average or downright frozen. When winter arrives, you and your farm need to be ready.

The Woodlot Offers Numerous Benefits For Small Farms

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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If you have a small or hobby farm, you may have a woodlot on your property. Here are just some offerings woodlots offer the landholder.

4 Items You Can Use As Emergency Garden Cloches 

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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When spring temperatures plummet, threatening your seedlings, make garden cloches from common items to protect against the killing frost.

Video: Make Fun, Colorful DIY Garden Signs

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The bright hues and handwritten labels of homemade garden signs can bring color and whimsy to your growing space later in the year. Plus, it's a fun winter project!

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