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Soil Test Basics: Why and How to Take a Soil Test

Crops & Gardening
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Nothing is more critical to the success of a garden than its soil. Learn why soil tests are so beneficial and get tips on how to properly conduct a soil test.

Consider These Options to Buy the Right Tiller for You

Crops & Gardening | Equipment |
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If you plan to put in a garden, a soil tiller is a great machine to have in your shed. Here are a few things to consider when shopping for a soil tiller.

“The Wildcrafting Brewer” Makes Complex Concepts Fun & Accessible

Crops & Gardening | News | Recipes |
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Pascal Baudar, appealing to veterans as well as beginners, covers the essentials of foraging for wild ingredients to make wine, beer, soda and mead.

Flat or Curly Parsley: Which Is Best for Your Farm?

Crops & Gardening
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Parsley is an easy to grow herb that deserves a place in every garden. But is flat or curly parsley a better choice for you? Learn what separates the two.

The Various Uses for Wood From the Trees on Your Farm

Equipment | Homesteading |
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If you're fortunate (and a good woodworker), you can harvest wood to make furniture, flooring, fence posts, tool handles and baseball bats.

The Crocus Is a Beautiful Way to Help Our Bees in Early Spring

Beekeeping | Crops & Gardening |
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The onset of spring can be quick, and our bees become active as soon as the weather allows. The crocus helps them while providing us with gorgeous colors.

5 Natural Remedies We Used to Fight the Flu This Year

Beginning Farmers | Homesteading |
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When the flu hits hard, we fight back with homemade, homegrown remedies. Some work well for prevention, others help recovery and some do both.

11 Ways That Anyone Can Start in Agriculture

Beginning Farmers | Farm Management |
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Drop everything to start a CSA tomorrow? No way. But if you dream of having a farm, here are some ways you can get started in the space you already have.

Consider These 4 Extra Features When You Buy an Electric Drill

Equipment
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A portable electric drill is an essential tool for any hobby farmer. Here are a few less-obvious features to consider when shopping for an electric drill.

4 Herbs You Can Find During a Winter Forage

Crops & Gardening
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Forage for edibles when it's cold outside? Sure. Here's a guide on how to spot these winter herbs and what you can do with them.

Last Barn Standing: The Art of Reviving and Preserving Old Barns

Beginning Farmers | Equipment |
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An expert on repair and restoration of barns and other farm buildings guides you through evaluating and executing the work to keep them sound.

7 Tips on Weeds and Weeding for Lazy Growers

Crops & Gardening
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These concepts involve strategizing against weeds so they never gain traction in your garden. They help you avoid hand weeding.

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