When agriculturalists refer to the loam of their soil, they are referring to the basic structure or makeup of the soil. A good loam is what any grower (whether it be a garden enthusiast, or large...
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Can I put animal manure on my garden in the winter? Wheelbarrow in the winter. During the winter season, animal pens and coops can become saturated with excess manure. The manure...
Anyone who has spent time planting and caring for an outdoor vegetable garden has likely encountered the dreaded pest the cutworm. Though very common, and potentially quite devastating, there are...
Chicken Care in the Spring: Getting Ready for Warmer Weather
Springtime is a favorite here on the homestead, as plants, bugs and animals all start to wake from their long winter slumber, but it is also of time that requires a lot of hard work. As the winter...
Can pheasants be raised with chickens? Yes, and anyone who says otherwise is perhaps lazy, or doesn't know much about pheasants. Pheasants can be raised with chickens, but it takes some...
Farm fresh eggs are better than commercially raised eggs in both nutrition level as well as taste and baking structure. Whether it’s the flavor or the nutrition level you are wanting to boost in...