5 Ways to Make Coop-Cleaning Easier
March 19, 2014Cut farm-chore corners without putting the health of your chickens at risk with one or more of these coop-cleaning techniques.
Poop Inspection: The First Step in Homestead Health
March 18, 2014It never ceases to amaze me how much of my life revolves around feces! From baby diapers to golden compost, much of my day is spent cleaning, shoveling or scooping poop.
Why Can’t I Add Dog Waste to My Compost Pile?
February 20, 2014I get asked one question in particular on a fairly regular basis: Why can’t I add dog waste to my compost pile? Just incase you’ve been wondering the same thing, here’s the answer…
Feed Your Houseplants with Compost Tea
February 19, 2014Most of us who garden, fertilize our plants at one point or another. How many of us think about feeding houseplants in the same way?
Start New Plants with Root Cuttings
February 13, 2014If you’re looking for an easy project to start soon after the ground thaws, consider making new plants from root cuttings. It’s a great and inexpensive way to expand your garden, and spring and early fall are great times to do it.
5 Natural Disasters and How to Rescue Your Garden
September 23, 2013You can’t prevent a natural disaster, but you can take steps to protect your garden and even rehab it once damage is done.
Reduce Your Trash Pile with Waste Analysis
April 19, 2013This worksheet will help you keep track of where you family tosses their trash and help you make environmentally responsible waste decisions.
Using Wood Ash in the Garden
January 3, 2013We’ve been busy trying to stay warm here in western Pennsylvania and have been enjoying many fires in our fireplace. As a result, we have a lot of wood ash.
Quick Guide: 10 Natural Fertilizers to Improve Crop Production
May 9, 2012Boost plant growth sans chemicals by adding one of these natural fertilizers to your garden.
Chick Detour
April 5, 2012I stopped by the farm-supply store to get mulch and almost got suckered. To get to the mulch, of course, you have to walk right by the baby chicks peeping and pecking and practically begging to be taken home.
