
"Having a cow" is not as far-fetched as it might seem. More homesteaders are opting for a milk cow, which can offer a lot more than fresh milk.

Saving seeds from these plants is easy. Doing so adapts the crops to your climate, growing methods and preferences.

The cost and design of high tunnels varies widely. Selecting the right high tunnel for your farm can help you avoid overpaying for features you don’t need.

Pole barns are being made now to have room for bigger farm equipment and to last longer. See whether one is right for your farm.

What's a hydrostatic transmission, and how does it differ from a gear transmission? Why are both commonly available in farm tractors, and which do you need?

You might think July is too late to plant more cucumbers, but it isn't. Learn why planting in midsummer is a great idea in some gardening zones.

Summer weather can be rough on your pastures, and that can affect your animals. Follow these tips to keep your fields in prime shape for livestock.

This demure three-petaled plant has its roots in ancient female medicine. See why it still intrigues herbalists to this day.

Salamanders are born in water but navigate land. They see well in the dark and can live more than 10 years. Some exude a toxin to fend off predators.

An important part of building a successful farm business is knowing whether individual crops are profitable. Here's how to perform an enterprise analysis.

Join the many Americans showing their patriotism by re-creating their own victory gardens for modern times. Here's some history and pointers.

In honor of Independence Day, we share several ways we work toward establishing true food independence. You can do the same.