An orchard ladder is specially designed for safety and efficiency while picking apples or other fruit in the orchard. Here's what you should know.
Teri Page never intended to be an off-grid homesteader, but she and her family now live (and love) their self-sustaining Vermont life.
Our garden did great this year, but I need a garden shed to store tools closer to it. In this video, watch how I planned the space for a tidy new building.
How you'll use harvested rainwater influences cistern type and placement, water testing, treatment and more. Here's how to choose the right cistern for you.
When you're establishing a growing endeavor of any size, it's important to ask a handful of key questions to determine your goals, needs and path forward.
The Rodale Institute is currently accepting applications for its comprehensive regenerative farming program with an eye toward equipping new organic farmers.
After a dry summer, my pond is pretty low, so I'm installing drainage to collect and divert rainwater. Here's my plan and what I calculate I'll gain.
The gold standard for non-lethal livestock protection, livestock guardian dogs can be invaluable partners in raising sheep and other vulnerable animals.
Working efficiently saves time you can spend on other farm projects. Did you know saving 100 seconds per day gains you more than 10 hours per year?
Fall is a lovely season on the farm, but it's also a time to get things ready in advance for winter. Here are six tasks to complete before cold sets in.
Birds will find their way into your farm outbuildings, and your best best is to discourage most of them from nesting. Here are a few things you can do.
Spring and summer don’t have to be the only seasons for your garden. Overwinter these crops and enjoy home harvests well into the cold months.
