Are Hobby Farmers “Real” Farmers? You Bet We Are
April 18, 2018A recent Twitter exchange involved several definitions of “real” farmers. It showed me that some people obviously don’t understand what we do or why.
The Various Uses for Wood From the Trees on Your Farm
February 20, 2018If you’re fortunate (and a good woodworker), you can harvest wood to make furniture, flooring, fence posts, tool handles and baseball bats.
5 Natural Remedies We Used to Fight the Flu This Year
February 16, 2018When the flu hits hard, we fight back with homemade, homegrown remedies. Some work well for prevention, others help recovery and some do both.
5 Healthy Food Resolutions for the New Year
December 29, 2017What you buy, where you buy it and when you use it can all contribute to a healthy-eating regimen.
Make a Quick & Easy DIY Holiday Centerpiece Using a Wreath
December 22, 2017During the busy holiday season it’s tough to find the time to be creative, but this easy DIY holiday centerpiece takes just a few minutes to make.
How to Choose & Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree
December 19, 2017If you’re fortunate enough to have coniferous trees growing on your property, consider harvesting one of them to serve as a Christmas tree.
Make A Holiday Boxwood And Herb Kissing Ball
December 8, 2017An old holiday tradition made new again, a boxwood and herb kissing ball is said to promote health, fertility and good luck. Learn how to make your own.
Dehydrate & Rehydrate With A Wood Stove
November 27, 2017A wood stove is obviously good for heat but it can also help with food preparation, laundry and treating respiratory ailments.
Create 4 Arrangements With These DIY Winter Container Decoration Recipes
November 24, 2017Look no further than your own hobby farm to create beautiful winter garden containers using natural materials and these four DIY design recipes.
Preserving With Honey: The Sugar-Free Way To “Put Up” Food
November 21, 2017Use honey as a sugar substitute to can and preserve summer’s finest fruits.
