Manage Livestock and Land With Easy Rotational Grazing
October 9, 2018Overgrazing can be a concern, especially for small farms with limited grazing areas. Here’s what you need to promote regrowth through rotation.
On Hurricanes and Pig Poop: Tips on Managing Manure
September 18, 2018The manure lagoons flooded by Hurricane Florence show that pigs produce a lot of waste. Managing manure correctly on small farms is key to protecting waterways and gaining valuable fertilizer.
Extend Your Grazing Time With Seasonal Pastures
July 23, 2018Planning different pastures with different grasses for cool and warm weather can keep animals grazing nutritious green grass longer.
2 Online Tools Help You Track The Carbon Sinking & Soil Building Of Sheep
November 1, 2017Small flocks create big benefits for soil and farm budgets. Two tools from the USDA and Colorado State University help you see them.
Get Started In Vertical Gardening
May 3, 2017Go vertical to maximize your gardening space and harvest potential.
Drain Puddles With Simple Ditches
April 18, 2017The arrival of spring also means the arrival of troublesome wet ground and mud puddles. Fortunately, digging a few drainage ditches can solve the problem!
4 Great Vegetables For Intercropping
April 13, 2017Fill in the garden gaps by intercropping with a few of these easy-to-grow vegetables.
Rehab Your Land … Starting With A Soil Test
November 29, 2016A soil test is the first stepping stone to figuring out a management plan for your new farm.
3 Forest Forages For Silvopasturing Pigs
November 28, 2016These forest trees will fill hogs’ bellies and spare your feed budget.
4 Manure Management Options For Your Farm
November 22, 2016With the joy of keeping livestock comes the annoyance of managing manure. Here’s how to do it well on any scale.
