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The Pros & Cons of Carts for Riding Lawn Mowers

Equipment
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A small pull-behind cart for your riding lawn mower can be a great accessory. That said, these carts are better suited to some tasks than others.

Book Learning or Experience: Which Is More Important in Farming?

Beginning Farmers
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I say neither. Experience is crucial, but instructional materials as well as memoirs provide a necessary supplement for those breaking into agriculture.

Cold-Frame Construction: Building a Baby-Plant Incubator

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening |
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We wanted a greenhouse, but creating that big of a structure doesn't fit with our terrain, so we built a cold frame near the house to start seeds for this year's garden.

7 Ways for Farmers to Market Flowers

Crops & Gardening | Farm Management |
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Flowers are easy to grow in little space. Here are ways and places to market them, including farmers markets, weddings, restaurants and wholesale.

6 Ways to Use Row Cover in the Garden

Crops & Gardening
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There are many ways to use row cover in your garden. It isn't just for frost protection. Discover these clever ways to use row cover that you might not have considered.

Need a New Wheel on a Small Farm Machine? Know These Measurements

Equipment
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Buying a replacement wheel for a yard cart or wheelbarrow seems simple, but with multiple designs and options available, it helps to know these key measurements before you start.

Optimize Your Chicken Coop & Your Flock’s Health

Animals | Equipment | Poultry |
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Adjust your coop systems by focusing on chickens' access to healthy, clean food and water as well as environmental conditions, especially temperature.

5 Tools You Need to Start Gardening Right Now

Beginning Farmers | Equipment | Urban Farming |
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Do you want to start a garden but feel a bit overwhelmed? Here's an easy list of tools to make your first year of gardening a success.

4 Reasons Why Every Farmer Should Raise Earthworms

Farm Management
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Earthworms benefit your farm and garden, they multiply quickly at little cost, and they offer a number of money-making opportunities.

5 Unusual Broccoli Varieties to Add Wow to Your Garden

Crops & Gardening
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Broccoli is a favorite crop of many gardeners, but don't get stuck in a rut with this veggie. These 5 unusual broccoli varieties will add beauty to your garden and flavor to your meals.

How a Pruning Saw Differs From Other Saws & Why It Matters

Equipment
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Some saws might appear the same at first glance, but some key differences make the pruning saw ideal for the job of tricky pruning work.

Poultry Profile: Get to Know the Brabanter

Animals | Breeds | Poultry | Urban Farming |
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A very old and attractive breed, the Brabanter displays a full beard in addition to a small, upright crest and muffs.

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