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Tag Archives: Soil
Ranching Full-Time on 3 Hours a Day
Too many family ranches these days are supported by a spouse’s off-ranch income. But this book by Cody Holmes proves that it doesn’t have to be this way!
The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner
No matter what your country living interests are, you must have this book. This may seem like an exaggeration. Rest assured, it’s not.
The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer
Those who pursue a different path often meet with skepticism in our society. This is perhaps nowhere quite as true as in the area of agriculture.
A Brief Guide to 13 Common Garden Mulches
The pros, cons, and best application for popular mulches, organic and inorganic.
Black Gold Organic Potting Soil
For whatever reason, finding quality potting soil is very difficult anymore. Several years of use of this brand have yielded satisfactory results.
2019 Reading Challenge: Sustainable Agriculture
Twelve books to stretch your paradigm and inspire you for a new year of country living.
Garden Soil Colors and What They Mean
Soil color can be a useful tool for evaluating a garden site. If you have dark brown or black soil, great! However, other colors will work with care.
What is Vermicompost?
How worms can work with microbes to improve your garden soil—fast.
C:N Ratios of Common Organic Materials
How a little math can help you build your best compost pile ever.
