In the realm of restoration agriculture, the hazelnut tree can certainly pull its weight.
Joining a farmers market may seem like a given for small-scale farmers, but for many, it isn’t.
Coyotes are smart opportunists that pose a risk to your livestock, so use these tactics to keep your animals safe.
Take the mental math out of the growing season by determining the cost of your crops before you plant.
Save yourself some money feeding your livestock this winter by setting up a hay feeder that reduces waste.
This fall, give yourself permission to neglect your garden and let nature do all the work.
As one farmer is learning, slow and steady is the key to growing good food and taking care of the land that provides it.
In order for a CSA model to sustain your business and provide you a salary, you have to price it right.
Formal or unwritten easements granting access to your property must be honored after you buy, so it’s good to understand them from the getgo.
As your produce sells at market, have a strategy in place to keep up the curb appeal of your booth.
Greens are tender and prone to wilt, so how you care for them from harvest to sale will make all the difference.
Sure, you need to be careful around bats carrying diseases, but attracting these animals to your farm can do wonders for your land’s overall health.
