Chickens The Best Way to Keep Hawks Away From Chickens? Donna Larson, July 31, 2024July 31, 2024 Hawks are the top predator to backyard chickens. As you look to protect your thought, you’re wondering what’s the best way to keep hawks away from chickens? Continue Reading
Dairy Your Dairy Cow Has Mastitis. Now What Should You Do? Donna Larson, July 29, 2024July 29, 2024 One of the biggest concerns with keeping dairy cattle is what to do if your cow has mastitis. Let’s go through what you should know and what you should do … Continue Reading
Gardening Different Types of Fertilizer: When and How to Use Them Jenny Graham, July 26, 2024July 26, 2024 Choosing between the different types of fertilizer can be overwhelming. Let’s take a closer look so you can choose the right fertilizer and understand when and how to use them in the vegetable garden. Continue Reading
Homesteading The Best Bedding for Pigs: Straw or Hay Vs Shavings Donna Larson, July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 We always stress the importance of having your infrastructure, and you’re probably trying to figure out what’s the best bedding for pigs. Let’s dive in! Continue Reading
Gardening How to Build an Arch Trellis: Easy DIY Verticle Garden Ideas Jenny Graham, July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 An arched trellis is a beautiful focal point in the garden and a great way to maximize your garden space. Here you’ll find details on how to build an arch trellis to add to your garden beds. Continue Reading
Gardening How to Grow Watermelons in a Raised Bed Garden Donna Larson, July 21, 2024July 21, 2024 Folks don’t know they can grow vining plants using unconventional methods. They usually need lots of room, but … how to grow watermelons in a raised bed. Continue Reading
Chickens What Are Straight Run Chickens? Know The Pros and Cons Jenny Graham, July 19, 2024July 19, 2024 You finally decide to order baby chicks from the hatchery and discover you can order straight run chicks. What are straight run chickens and what are the pros and cons? Continue Reading
Composting Can You Compost Meat Scraps? The Surprising & Smelly Truth Jenny Graham, July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 What about meat? Can you compost meat? Many folks who are new to composting at some point will ask this question. Here you’ll find the breakdown of composting meat products. Continue Reading