Keep Your Chickens (And You) Free Of Salmonella
August 5, 2020When raising chickens, it’s always important to stay aware of salmonella risks. Here are some tips to help your backyard flock stay clear of an outbreak.
A Farm Plan Is Important, Especially For Small Farms
August 4, 2020Think you don’t need a farm plan for a small or urban farm? Think again—in many ways, sitting down to plan out a small space is the most important work you can do.
Sheep Can Help You Control Weeds On The Farm
August 3, 2020Many people think goats are tops for controlling weeds, but sheep, with a diverse diet that extends far beyond just grass, are terrific weed eaters.
What’s The Deal With Those Unsolicited Seed Packages?
July 30, 2020Increasing numbers of Americans are receiving mislabeled, international mailers containing seed packages they didn’t order. Here’s what to know and how to respond if you receive one.
At Mazzeltov Farms, Nigerian Dwarf Goats Bond With Chickens
July 30, 2020We speak to Mazzeltov Farms founder Bethany Riner about how she’s created a sustainable environment at the California-based venture.
How To Mark Hay Bales From Different Fields & Cuttings
July 28, 2020All hay is not equal, and it’s important to know what hay comes from where and when. Here are some ways to mark your hay bales for easy identification.
All About Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
July 7, 2020An effective IPM (integrated pest management) strategy brings out the detective, researcher and reporter in us all to control destructive garden bugs.
A Riparian Buffer Can Improve Your Farm In Numerous Ways
July 3, 2020A riparian buffer (planted land along a waterway) can add value, protect environmental conditions and even produce income for your farm.
Meet The City Slicker Turned Farmer At Lane Creek Reserve
July 2, 2020Joel Francois talks to us about living with goats, moving cows and growing hemp at Lane Creek Reserve in the Pacific Northwest.
Green Birdflower Is A Different Kind of ‘Hummingbird Plant’
July 2, 2020Have fun but keep novelty plants like green birdflower in check when adding them to your landscape.
