A naturally polled, docile breed that calves easily and thrives on small acreage, the American Aberdeen breed of cattle could be right for your hobby farm.
When an animal dies, a necropsy can provide a wealth of information that may help your other animals. Here are some considerations for having a necropsy done.
Fields that look level can sometimes have a significant fall, so use a laser level to determine your best path when managing how water drains on your land.
Owner Marcella Juárez from Texas-based Palo Blanco Farm And Ranch tells us about utilizing solar power, hydroponic greenhouses and hügelkultur raised beds.
Start your farming year right by picking up a homestead planner for 2022. We looked at three titles to provide some guidance for choosing one that might work best for you.
I wasn't looking for chickens on a recent trip to Las Vegas—I swear! But a chance encounter with a confection opened my eyes to poultry all over Sin City.
A tree that garnered ancient appreciation, birch offers a wealth of benefits for the modern grower or forager, from syrup to tea and more!
An expanded garden requires more watering, but getting water to the garden can be tricky if a convenient water source isn't located close by.
Restore your old orchard to its former glory with a few nips, clips and some maintenance. In time, you'll enjoy a bounty from your healthy fruit trees.
Alpacas are calm and quiet animals, making them an ideal livestock choice for many. And these fiber animals don't require large acreage to provide a profit.
Many hands make light work, and a community butchering party is a great idea at hog harvest time. Here are some tips to make sure it's a fun, efficient event!
Jim Schultz started Red Shirt Farm in Western Massachusetts after retiring from a career in teaching. Today, it's an inspiring example of farming success.
