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8 Crops that Can Survive a Little Frost

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Crops such as kale, collards, turnips and even certain types of lettuce can survive—and even improve—with frost, so they're ideal for fall and winter planting.

5 Steps to Prepare Your Goats for Natural Disasters

Animals | Equipment | Farm Management | Large Animals | News |
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We were spared major damage in Hurricane Florence, but the storm showed us what livestock farmers should expect in a natural disaster. Here's how to prepare.

Catch the Buzz: 8 Facts About Hummingbirds

Farm Management
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Hummingbirds travel thousands of miles per year, lay tiny eggs and have stunning wing speed. Here's how to attract these pollinators and help researchers who study them.

6 Ways to Sell More Vegetables During Winter

Farm Management
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Continuing to grow summer vegetables can be a costly process. Instead, grow hardier vegetables and find the customers who want them. Here's how.

Mice in the Henhouse: How to Spot & Deal With the Problem

Animals | Farm Management | Poultry |
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Mice are a fact of life when you have chickens, but you can do many things to discourage their presence. Here's what to look for and do.

Farming & Releasing Butterflies: Is It Justifiable for Happy Events?

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People grow butterflies to be released at weddings and similar occasions, but is it ethical and eco-friendly? Are there better ways to help butterflies?

Euthanasia on the Farm: 5 Things to Consider

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If you have farm animals, euthanasia will probably come up at some point. Here's what to consider before the difficult decision presents itself.

“Brew Beer Like a Yeti” Simplifies the Beer-Making Process While Making It Interesting

Farm Management | Homesteading | News |
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In his new book, Jereme Zimmerman provides a captivating natural history of beer as well as recipes and revelations.

How to Begin Wildlife Rehabilitation on Your Farm

Farm Management
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We speak to an experienced rehabilitator about helping animals in need and protecting livestock while maintaining balance in a farm's ecosystem.

Salmonella and Farm Eggs: What’s the Risk of Getting Sick?

Animals | Farm Management | Poultry |
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Are you concerned that your flock's eggs might contain Salmonella? I sought expert sources for safety guidelines and facts about farm vs. store-bought eggs.

On Hurricanes and Pig Poop: Tips on Managing Manure

Animals | Farm Management | Large Animals | News |
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The manure lagoons flooded by Hurricane Florence show that pigs produce a lot of waste. Managing manure correctly on small farms is key to protecting waterways and gaining valuable fertilizer.

Snakes on the Plains: Certain Serpents Are Favorable to Farms

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Although some resemble venomous snakes, these species are harmless to humans and help control rodents and insects.

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