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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

United States Drought Monitor

April 16, 2015 by hsotr

U.S. Drought Monitor

Drought is something that Kansas country families have to take seriously. Farming and ranching, even on a small scale, are extremely water-dependent pursuits. If you want to keep up to date on droughts in your area, take a look at the United States Drought Monitor, a tool jointly produced by the USDA, NOAA, and the […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Field Crops, Links, Nature, Soil, Stewardship, Water, Weather

Tomato

April 15, 2015 by hsotr

Tomato

The possibilities of a fresh, homegrown tomato are nearly endless. The simplest uses, such as sandwich toppings, are by far the best.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Squash (Winter & Pumpkin)

April 8, 2015 by hsotr

Squash (Winter & Pumpkin)

Pests are a major problem with winter squash and pumpkins. To avoid infestation, you will have to be extremely proactive.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Squash (Summer)

March 25, 2015 by hsotr

Squash (Summer)

Summer squash is not terribly demanding. A thick mulch and generous watering will keep it producing well—maybe a little too well!

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Radish

March 18, 2015 by hsotr

Radish

Radishes are very easy to grow if treated with reasonable consideration.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Pepper

March 11, 2015 by hsotr

Pepper

Sweet peppers are extremely versatile. Hot peppers can be put to a number of uses, as well.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Waterers and Watering Systems

March 5, 2015 by hsotr

Waterers and Watering Systems

Thinking about raising livestock this year? To plan a water system or improve an existing system, this is one book you must read.

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Books, Cattle, Exotic Livestock, Goats, Horses, Livestock, Pastures, Sheep, Swine, Water

Pea

March 4, 2015 by hsotr

Pea

Shell peas are one of the garden’s most delicious vegetable offerings.  Their season passes all too quickly.  If you have enough peas, steam or boil them.  Smaller quantities are great for adding to stir-fries or for topping salads.  And while you are out in the garden, you really must open a pod or two and […]

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

Onion

February 25, 2015 by hsotr

Onion

Onions are absolutely indispensable to cooking. They add character to everything from pasta to pizza.

Filed Under: The Garden Tagged With: Food, Insect Pests, Plant Health, Seed Saving, Soil, Vegetables, Water

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