Real life is complex, and I'll never have anyone else's version of a perfect little farm. But it's mine, and it fits me. Here's how I cultivate homegrown gratitude.
The food mill, often overlooked, can do a lot of things other kitchen gadgets can do, only better and faster.
Using pest barriers instead of pesticides is one way to be a smarter, more eco-friendly gardener. These easy-to-use measures deserve a place in every gardener's arsenal.
A chicken harness is among the items we found on the web. Others include kitchenware, a treat holder and an urban-chicken starter kit.
Regarding power tools, don't assume that the convenience of battery power is the deciding factor. Corded tools have advantages, too.
Removing invasive species isn't what I'd call fun farm work, but the labor refreshes my spirit and leaves me hopeful for our land's future.
Selling to restaurants provides steady income and also lets you tell people where your products are served. Here are skills and practices to get chefs' attention.
Everyone makes mistakes. Even gardeners. But avoiding these most common mistakes in gardening saves you lots of time, energy and trouble.
Backyard flocks might not fly with the seasons, yet their wild instincts play an important role in social bonds and creating a collaborative community.
Female broilers grow slower than males, yet they have their own benefits and considerations for your meat production.
With livestock comes manure, sometimes lots of it. Here are hand tools, bigger pieces of equipment and tractor attachments to help manage it.
Consistency at farmers markets or in CSAs strengthens your customer base. Here are crops that help you achieve that all year.
