What To Do (& Not Do) When Building A Chicken Tractor
May 8, 2023When this chicken-keeper decided to build a DIY chicken tractor using salvaged materials, not everything went smoothly. Here’s what worked and didn’t in this DIY build.
Video: Building A New Farm Garden Shed (Pt. 3)
April 7, 2023With the site chosen and base blocks installed, it's time to frame out the foundation and install floor joists for my new farm garden shed.
Video: Make An Obelisk Trellis From Tree Limbs & Sticks
April 6, 2023This DIY obelisk trellis is simple to construct and perfect for supporting top-heavy sunflowers, zucchini, morning glories and more.
Video: Make An Affordable DIY Chicken Water Deicer
January 30, 2023Fresh water during freezing temps is important for chickens, but commercial deicers can be pricey. This DIY deicer does the job for a lot less.
5 Rot-Resistant Woods For Building Raised Garden Beds
January 24, 2023Pressure-treated lumber can leach metals into the soil. When building raised garden beds, use one of these five naturally rot-resistant woods instead.
Video: Make Fun, Colorful DIY Garden Signs
January 6, 2023The bright hues and handwritten labels of homemade garden signs can bring color and whimsy to your growing space later in the year. Plus, it's a fun winter project!
Video: Raise Mealworms To Save Money, Delight Your Chickens
December 15, 2022With little cost or effort, you can raise live mealworms to provide your backyard chickens for much less than you'll pay for the store-bought, dried treats.
A Quick, At-Home Test Of Your Soil Composition (Video)
June 10, 2022For a quick idea of your soil composition and necessary amendments, try this easy, at-home test of your three basic soil elements.
Build A DIY Chicken Tractor With These Plans
May 31, 2022Make a portable, lightweight, predator-proof chicken tractor that your flock will enjoy with these simple, step-by-step instructions.
How To Build & Use Your Own Plant Press
May 26, 2022Collect and preserve pretty blooms, interesting leaves and fragrant herbs for future gifts and craft projects with this DIY plant press project.
