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5 Unconventional Draft Animals

July 8, 2020 by hsotr

5 Unconventional Draft Animals

In the United States, oxen, horses, and mules are the traditional draft animals of choice. Donkeys are also common. But all of these animals tend to be rather large. What if you have a smaller farm to work? One option is to consider a miniature horse or donkey. Another is to try something completely outside […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Alpacas, Dogs, Draft Animals, Exotic Livestock, Goats, Livestock, Llamas, Pets, Sheep, Small-Scale Farming

Dominique

April 13, 2020 by hsotr

Dominique

The Dominique is a classic American creation from colonial days that early chicken keepers crafted from just about every breed available to them. What exactly went into the mix is open for debate. Sussex, Dorking, and other favorite British breeds doubtlessly played a role. The Hamburg may also have had a major influence. The Dominique […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Livestock, Poultry, Small-Scale Farming

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 considerably more advanced than the first, so take your time and be prepared for the learning curve.

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

The Homesteading Bucket List Part 1: 25 Practical Country Living Projects

July 22, 2019 by hsotr

The Country Living Bucket List Part 1

If you love country living, you probably enjoy reading websites and magazines that regularly feed your interest and give you new ideas of things to try out. After all, there are always new skills to be learned, and you never know what will become your next favorite project, hobby, or venture!

Filed Under: The Lifestyle Tagged With: Crafts, DIY Projects, Food, Fruit, Herbs, Livestock, Season Extension, Small-Scale Farming, Vegetables

USDA Releases 2017 Ag Census Results

April 22, 2019 by hsotr

USDA Releases 2017 Ag Census Results

The average American farmer is still getting older, and his net farm income is still declining. But the number of young farmers is increasing, the value of their production is above average, and the number of farms consisting of nine acres or less is on the rise. Here are the highlights from the 2017 USDA […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Enterprises, Field Crops, Livestock, News, Small-Scale Farming

15 Gifts for the Country Living Enthusiast

December 10, 2018 by hsotr

15 Gifts for the Country Living Enthusiast

Is there someone in your family who loves country living? Show that you care with a gift tailored to their favorite interest this Christmas! Allow us to suggest 15 gifts (in no particular order), ranging from cute to indispensable: You Can Farm: For either the newbie or the seasoned agripreneur in need of fresh inspiration, […]

Filed Under: The Lifestyle Tagged With: Animal Health, Books, DIY Projects, Food, Holidays, Household, Livestock, Pastures, Poultry, Small-Scale Farming, Stewardship, Supplies

Benefits of Agritourism

December 3, 2018 by hsotr

Benefits of Agritourism

Agritourism is definitely not an enterprise every farmer will enjoy. However, for those who are energized by the idea of sharing the farm with the public, this business offers substantial benefits. Here are a few of the ways agritourism benefits the farmer, the community, and the public at large. Benefits to the Farmer All the […]

Filed Under: The Business Tagged With: Agritourism, Enterprises, Family, Financial, Marketing, Small-Scale Farming, Stewardship, Travel

Pros and Cons of No-Dig Gardening

August 6, 2018 by hsotr

Pros and Cons of No-Dig Gardening

Tired of tilling? It’s time to throw in the trowel and let soil microorganisms do the work.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Composting, Plant Health, Small-Scale Farming, Soil, Stewardship

Read Joel Salatin For Free With Kindle Unlimited

May 17, 2018 by hsotr

You Can Farm

If you enjoy reading Joel Salatin, this is an excellent opportunity to enjoy most of his titles for free on Kindle Unlimited. This includes his newer titles and a few old classics. Three we heartily recommend picking up, if you haven’t read them already, are: You Can Farm. A beginning agripreneur’s guide to innovation, covering […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Books, Enterprises, Livestock, Marketing, Pastures, Small-Scale Farming

Toggenburg

April 11, 2018 by hsotr

Toggenburg

The tough, spirited Toggenburg is one of the most low-maintenance dairy goats—and one of the most challenging.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Dairy, Goats, Livestock, Small-Scale Farming

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