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4 Things to Do Before You Start a Farm

Beginning Farmers | Farm Management |
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Investing time and money now, before you start a farm, can save a lot more time and money down the line. Here's what you need to learn and have ready before you start.

6 Crops Farmers Should Consider NOT Growing for Market

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Some crops can't fetch the price needed to make a profit, while other crops appear in abundance certain times of year so you should put your energy elsewhere.

How to Navigate a Livestock Auction

Animals | Farm Management | Large Animals |
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Follow these guidelines on terminology, animals, preparation, bidding and other aspects of buying livestock at an auction or sale barn.

7 Tricks for a Successul No-Till Garden

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Timing, type and source of cover material, and letting go of certain preconceived ideas factor into establishing a no-till garden that works for your circumstances.

Cutting Edge Crops: Try Your Hand at Growing Hops

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Here's what you need to know to grow hops to either sell in the expanding craft-brewery market or to get the home-brewed beer flavors you love.

5 Steps to Creating Permaculture Design

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Farm in a way that imitates nature and builds abundance. Follow these steps to making your own permaculture design on your farm.

6 Things to Consider When Ordering Seeds

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Regardless of what size operation you run, it's easy to overlook certain things when ordering seeds that can have consequences well into the growing season.

“The Organic No-Till Farming Revolution” Benefits Small, Midsize Growers

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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In his book, Andrew Mefford highlights multiple methods using no chemicals and minimal equipment that can improve soil management, produce better vegetables and fight climate change.

What to Do When a Chicken Has Unexpectedly Died

Animals | Farm Management | Poultry |
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The unexplained death of a chicken can be quite shocking. Take these steps to help determine what caused your bird's untimely demise and protect your other birds.

5 Little Things That Help You Make a Living as a Market Farmer

Farm Management
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Big ideas might get people into farming, but little things done day to day on the farm and at farmers markets are what lead to financial success.

6 Sources for Chicks of Heritage or Unusual Breeds

Animals | Breeds | Farm Management | Poultry |
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Do you have your heart set on a particular breed of chicks for your flock? Consult one of these sources to help you find what you want.

10 Resolutions for a Greener New Year

Farm Management | Homesteading | News | Urban Farming |
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It’s never too late to commit to sustainability around your home and farm. Here are ways you can help save the planet this year.

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