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Nitrogen in Plants

April 5, 2021 by hsotr

Nitrogen in Plants

Because plants contain so much nitrogen, it is little wonder that they require ample amounts. Without it, plants simply cannot grow.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Composting, Cover Crops, Field Crops, Nutrition, Plant Health, Soil, Vegetables

How Does Organic No-Till Farming Work?

January 27, 2021 by hsotr

How Does Organic No-Till Work?

The primary goal of organic no-till is essentially the same as that of conventional no-till—to protect soil from erosion.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Cover Crops, Draft Animals, Field Crops, Plant Health, Soil, Stewardship

Aluminum in Plants

January 11, 2021 by hsotr

Aluminum in Plants

Most people probably don’t think of aluminum as a key nutrient for field, garden, or orchard crops, and indeed scientists don’t consider it essential for plant growth. Nevertheless, it appears to have an important role in keeping pathogens in check. In particular, we know that aluminum helps prevent late blight in potatoes, and it appears […]

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The Homesteading Bucket List Part 2: 25 More Practical Country Living Projects

July 29, 2019 by hsotr

The Country Living Bucket List Part 2

Ready for 25 more skills to build on the ones you mastered previously? This set is more advanced than the first, so take your time.

Filed Under: The Lifestyle Tagged With: Cover Crops, Crafts, Draft Animals, Fencing, Field Crops, Food, Fruit, Horses, Livestock, Poultry, Sheep, Small-Scale Farming

Cover Crop Decision Tool

October 5, 2017 by hsotr

Cover Crop Decision Tool

An easy-to-use way to choose the right cover crop for your unique growing conditions!

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Cover Crops, Field Crops, Links, Soil, Stewardship, Vegetables

Cover Crops for Vegetable Growers

August 6, 2015 by hsotr

Cover Crops for Vegetable Growers

Cornell University has put together an excellent online guide called “Cover Crops for Vegetable Growers” (update—now “Cover Crop Guide for NY Growers”). While the information is tailored to conditions in New York, this site is still an excellent resource for Kansas country families. Some useful general information comes first: Reasons to consider planting a cover […]

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Hardpan

June 16, 2015 by hsotr

Hardpan

Preventing and dealing with hardpan doesn’t have to be complicated.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Cover Crops, Field Crops, Soil, Stewardship, Water

Rodale’s Ultimate Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening

April 30, 2015 by hsotr

Rodale's Ultimate Encyclopedia of Organic Gardening

Fruits, vegetables, herbs, ornamental plants—it’s all here, along with a diverse array of natural gardening tips and techniques.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Cover Crops, Fruit, Herbs, Insect Pests, Ornamental Plants, Plant Health, Soil, Vegetables

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