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Infographic: How To Build A Straw Bale Garden

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden |
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A straw bale garden allows you to grow more vegetables earlier—and without having to weed! Here are the simple steps for construction and how to grow in one.

One Millimeter Can Make A Big Difference, So Make Sure You Have The Right Tool

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Changing the blades on a lawn mower illustrates the importance of having the right tool for the job. A single millimeter can make all the difference.

Choosing The Right Equipment Scale For Your Growing

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Hand tools? Tractors? More than available acreage, the scale of your growing aspirations should determine the scale of your farm's equipment.

Early Spring Weather Requires Farmers to Stay Flexible

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As a general rule, I’m always game for an early spring. But even I will admit it’s possible for spring to come too early.

6 Features To Consider When Choosing Safety Glasses

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Safety glasses offer invaluable protection for your eyes when doing work around the farm. Follow these tips to get the right pair for your needs.

Your Growing Scale Should Determine Equipment Needs

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What equipment do you need to grow food? You need to consider scale—the scale of your equipment needs will match the scale of your operation.

5 Lessons Learned From Replacing Wooden Fence Posts

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Replacing wooden fence posts is an ongoing project on any farm with a lot of fence mileage, and these five lessons make the job easier.

Is Your Pickup Truck Ready For Life On The Farm?

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Investing in some improvements for your truck will make your life around the farm that much easier. Here are common add-ons to get your pickup ready.

Garden Tips & Tricks For Each Season

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Success in the garden in a year-round endeavor, so follow these tips and tricks each season to make sure your trees and plants reach their full potential.

13 Steps To Prepare Your ATV Or UTV For Spring

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Spring is here, and with it a load of projects around your hobby farm. Get your ATV or UTV ready for work with this maintenance checklist.

Upgrades That Your High Tunnels Need

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Making some simple improvements to your high tunnels can greatly improve your indoor productivity and efficiency. Here are a few upgrades to consider.

Video: A Quick Look At Common Tractor Implements

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There's no avoiding the importance of a tractor, but equally critical is a collection of common tractor implements to help with farm tasks.

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