Gathering dried hay by hand and storing it loose is still a viable strategy in the absence of modern equipment, so heed this tale if trouble arises.
Katahdin sheep are hardy, adaptable, low-maintenance animals that do well for everything from meat production to fiber and more.
Not a mini but a naturally small heritage breed, Dexter cattle can offer meat, milk and even draft work to farms where pasture space is a commodity.
KuneKune pigs are gentle on the land and bring a calm disposition to the homestead. And their red, marbled meat is hard to beat!
You'll find a plethora of tips for determining watermelon ripeness, but follow a few simple guidelines and you can know when to harvest.
These ingenious smart devices handle common poultry-keeping tasks so you can focus on what's important—enjoying your chickens!
Advanced preparation and the right combination of veggies can make for a bumper harvest.
If you want to learn more about poultry science but don't have time for or access to in-person education, you may consider online poultry science certification programs.
Spring and summer don’t have to be the only seasons for your garden. Overwinter these crops and enjoy home harvests well into the cold months.
What’s the best way to gather leaves to shred for mulch and compost? Here are three ways to effectively gather large quantities of leaves.
Glenn Wagner returned to raising beef cattle after trying a few other farming ventures. Here, he shares his advice for getting started with stocking cattle.
Hay is getting harder to find, and prices during the shortage are through the roof. Here's what's going on and tips for feeding your livestock this winter.
