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These Garden Veggies Are Root Cellar Rock Stars

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The root cellar is an ancient and effective method for storing garden produce, so stick these commonly grown vegetables in the root cellar to enjoy after harvest.

Build A Winter Greenhouse For Year-Round Growing

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This winter greenhouse design is part walipini and part traditional greenhouse—and includes a convertible top so you can grow through all the seasons.

5 Heavy Items You Can Move With A Stone Boat

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A stone boat is the "world's simplest wagon"—a basic wooden sled designed to move heavy things. From logs to machines to (yes) stones, here are a few things I've moved.

Work To Wear: Farm Living Fashion For Fall Farming Tasks

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This collection of durable, practical farmwear includes stylish slip-ons, a durable farm jacket, tough-but-comfy pants and more!

When Preparing For Winter, Start Early On Farm Machines

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Winter waits for no one, and preparing for winter is a task best started early, especially when it comes to the farm machines you use in wintry conditions.

Get A Leg Up On Apple Picking With An Orchard Ladder

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An orchard ladder is specially designed for safety and efficiency while picking apples or other fruit in the orchard. Here's what you should know.

A Lawn Mower Can Shred Leaves, But Be Careful How Many

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Shredded leaves add nutrients to garden beds, and a lawn mower can help you shred those leaves. Just be careful how many leaves you try to mow at once.

Let Your John Deere Gator Drive With AutoTrac

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John Deere has added AutoTrac, a smart hand-free steering system, to several new 2023 Gators—and older Gators can get in on the fun, too!

Solar Power Basics, From Financing To Installation (& More)

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From financing and tax credits to choosing a good contractor to install your system, here are some solar power basics you need to know.

The Basics On Water Cistern Location & Maintenance

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How you'll use harvested rainwater influences cistern type and placement, water testing, treatment and more. Here's how to choose the right cistern for you.

4 Steps To Prepare Garden Beds For Winter

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It’s time to start preparing garden beds for winter, an important process to ensure the beds are ready for planting as soon as temperatures warm back up.

Can Old Wooden Fence Posts Be Salvaged?

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Taking down an old fence line? Those wooden fence posts you're removing might be salvageable and reusable for other projects.

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