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When Is a Barn Too Old to Use?

Equipment | Farm Management |
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If you’re considering razing an old outbuilding deemed too unsafe for use, think twice: You might be able to preserve that bit of history on your farm.

4 Lavender Tips from Los Poblanos Inn

Farm Management
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The organic lavender farm at New Mexico’s Los Poblanos Inn is the perfect winter getaway for farmers and farm dreamers alike.

5 Predators After Your Livestock

Animals | Farm Management | Large Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Here are details on identifying and protecting against predators, the natural enemies of your animals, on the ground.

How to Find a Trustworthy Farm Sitter

Farm Management
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Whether your next getaway from the farm is planned or unexpected, make sure you have reliable backup in place to keep your operation running.

Infographic: Cool Your Vegetables to Make Them Last

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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To make your produce last after harvest for both healthy eating and appealing market display, store them at the right temperature and humidity.

How to Write a Farm Business Plan

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Want to take your farm from hobby to budding enterprise? Make your business endeavor a success story by formulating a plan and putting it into action.

8 Types of Homemade Items You Can Potentially Sell at a Farmers Market

Farm Management
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Extend your market season and set yourself apart from other vendors by selling signature homemade foods, care products, crafts and resale items.

7 Winter Projects You’ll Thank Yourself For This Spring

Farm Management
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Use your winter downtime to do things around the farm that were neglected during the growing season to make spring planting a breeze.

9 Responsible Uses for Your Meat By-Products

Animals | Beginning Farmers | Farm Management |
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To live more sustainably, let no part of your butchered meat go to waste. Implement tips to feed your farm and build soil fertility.

20 Tips To Cut Costs Around The Farm

Farm Management
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You don’t have to be rolling in dough to live out your farm dream. Here are thrifty ways you can save money and live a happy lifestyle.

Outfit Your Barn with an Herb-Drying Station

Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm Management |
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Don’t let any corner of your barn go unused. Take simple steps to turn your barn's rafters into a place to dry your farm-grown herbs.

4 Myths About Pastured Poultry

Animals | Farm Management | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Don’t let your farm customers get confused about package labels. Set them straight about how a pastured-poultry operation works.

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