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The Homestead Documentary Explores Self-Sufficiency

Farm & Garden | Homesteading | News |
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A grassroots miniseries, The Homestead Documentary looks at small farms sharing their personal stories and methods of homesteading.

Why Your Tractor Or UTV Needs A Cab For Blowing Snow

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If you’re using a snow blower attachment on a tractor or UTV, you may want to consider getting an enclosed cab to protect you from cold and windblown snow.

Tips For Managing An Orphaned Or Rejected Lamb

Animals | Beginning Farmers | Farm & Garden | Homesteading | Large Animals |
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An orphaned or rejected lamb is a real possibility during lambing season, so make sure you get and stay ready for the unexpected.

The Case For Organic Seeds: Planting Resilience

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Organic seeds, by nature of unassisted growth, have to adapt in order to survive, developing resilience they can pass along to descendants. That's a great reason to start you garden with organic seeds!

A Two-Wheel Tractor Is Perfect For Small Farms

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Equipment | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading | Permaculture |
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There are numerous benefits that a two-wheel tractor brings to small and hobby farms, so consider these advantages of compact machinery!

Recipe: Baked Grapefruit Is A Sweet & Simple Treat

Farm & Garden | Food | Homesteading | Recipes |
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This simple recipe for baked grapefruit reduces much of the fruit's bitterness for a deliciously sweet treat that adds new dimensions to the common citrus.

Researchers Closer To Developing Heat-Resistant Broccoli

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | News |
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Studying the effects of higher temperatures on broccoli at the molecular level offers clues into the mechanisms behind flower bolting, deformity.

Chicken General Store: Winter Chic(k) Decor

Animals | Chickens 101 | Farm & Garden | Poultry | Poultry Equipment |
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Show your poultry pride with these hand-picked chicken selections! Our editors found these 9 items every chicken-keeper should check out.

Chickens Have Some Unique Vision Traits

Animals | Chickens 101 | Farm & Garden | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Chickens see the world in a unique way due to some unique physical traits of their eyes. Read on to learn all about chicken vision!

Winter Care Keeps Chickens Healthy & Comfortable

Animals | Chicken Coops & Housing | Chickens 101 | Farm & Garden | Health & Nutrition | Poultry |
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Winter can be hard on chickens, so here are some basic tips for keeping you flock safe and comfortable during these cold midwinter days and night.

4 Things to Consider When Buying Apple Rootstock

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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If you’re interested in grafting apple trees, choosing the right rootstock is a critical step. Here are four things to consider when buying apple rootstock.

This Cool Coop Puts Chicken Comfort First!

Animals | Chicken Coops & Housing | Farm & Garden | Poultry |
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Complete with ventilation, an open run and even an air conditioner, this New Jersey chicken coop keeps things comfy for its resident hens.

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