Do you have the right stuff? Agriculture expert Carol Ekarius shares her list of essential tools and equipment that every hobby farm should have.
The beaver is a clever architect whose ponds are important filters of surface water. Here are facts about the beaver and things you can do coexist with the species.
Slow, deliberate strolls on the land led by our little one reveals a new layer of farm life and a new creature we hadn't noticed before.
Fresh, plentiful and attractively displayed: These concepts help draw customers and get them engaged with your business.
Whether you're growing hot peppers or sweet, these tips can help improve your production and the health of your plants. Learn how to grow more peppers.
An orchard full of mature apple trees is quite pleasant, but low-hanging branches can complicate or prevent mowing. A little pruning can make a big difference.
Grasshoppers are vital players in ecosystems when all elements are in balance—and they can even be a food source for some humans.
Avoid the bites of ticks (and their nasty co-infections) by using one of these repellents free of synthetic chemicals.
Use One of These Farmer-Tested Techniques to Keep Melons Away from Soil, Diseases and Pests
You can plant separate gardens of herbs in different categories, including medicinal, tea and kitchen herbs. Here's what I've done.
The nutria is a beaver-like rodent that has caused wetlands destruction after it was exported and farmed—and then turned loose in the wild.
Baling hay is a satisfying and worthwhile effort, but it's challenging. Follow these tips to help hay baling days go as smoothly as possible.
