The holiday season can evoke a range of strong emotions. While stereotypically associated with feelings of joy and excitement, the holidays can also be ridden with physical and mental demands — from cooking meals and hosting family, to entertaining and…
Chickens generally fare fine in winter temperatures, but you can do a few things—from choosing hardy breeds to checking water—to help your birds keep cool in the cold. The post How To Help Your Chickens Through The Cold Winter appeared…
When choosing what sheep to raise, consider a heritage breed. You can meet your own livestock needs while also ensuring breed diversity. The post Consider A Heritage Breed Of Sheep For Your Farm appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Everyone knows the story of Hansel and Gretel, the German fairytale by the Brothers Grimm. Abandoned in the forest, the children came upon a house made of gingerbread and other sweet delights, but owned by a wicked cannibalistic witch. The…
Photo: Chris Higgins, Hendersonville NC. Recent company failures and layoffs will likely have people second guessing their commitment to the agtech movement and possibly controlled environment agriculture (CEA). The past 15 years of my career have seen a rollercoaster of…
Viburnums offer something for everyone. There are more than 150 species and they run the table on shrub and tree characteristics. The article Viburnums: Versatile Shrubs for Any Spot in Your Garden appeared first on Big Blog Of Gardening.
Potted plants liven things up inside or out any time of year, but it’s important to follow a few steps when transplanting a new plant to a permanent container. The post Video: How To Transplant A Newly Purchased Potted Plant…
This century-old sugar cookie recipe makes delightful confectionary treats sure to liven up any occasion with a sweet and festive taste! The post Great-Great-Grandma Selma’s Sugar Cookie Recipe appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Change things up this year at your holiday table with this Apple Wreath Salad. Find more recipes featuring Envy apples at EnvyApple.com. Apple Wreath Salad Recipe courtesy of “The Produce Moms” (@theproducemoms) Ingredients: Balsamic Dressing: 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon…
Mike Mitchell and Sandra Solano-Mitchell from the Oregon-based Willamette Valley Lavender tell us about the benefits of living with lavender. The post Finding Comfort & Joy At Willamette Valley Lavender appeared first on Hobby Farms.
