You can raise sheep as meat livestock on very small acreage for minimal investment—but you need to take a few steps to keep your costs in check. The post Raise Sheep On Small Farms For Economical Meat appeared first on…
Barbara and Graham Wilson of Poulsbo took their dismal, barren property and transformed it into a garden paradise. After moving to their current home eight years ago, the Wilsons came to a realization. Their property “was in bad shape,” Graham…
Donkeys are effective livestock guardian animals against predatory canines, though effective training and certain considerations are important for keepers. The post Donkeys Make Great Small-Farm Livestock Guardians appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Fall is a lovely season on the farm, but it’s also a time to get things ready in advance for winter. Here are six tasks to complete before cold sets in. The post 6 Falls Tasks To Ready Your Small…
If the prices of your favorite ingredients have you dreading the next trip to the grocery store, finding ways to stretch your budget can help you feel better at the checkout counter. One such way: turning to versatile ingredients that…
This simple blueberry jam recipe warms things up with red pepper flakes for a sweet and spicy topping that’s great with crackers, toast or all by itself! The post Recipe: Scrumptious Sweet & Spicy Blueberry Jam appeared first on Hobby…
695: Joshua Berman Thayer on Food Forests for First Timers. Making growing fruit trees easy and affordable for beginners. In This Podcast: Joshua Burman Thayer believes everyone can and should grow food, but with so much to learn, it is…
This round of “Say Cheese” contenders includes perky piglets, goats gathered in greeting, a kitten playing peek-a-boo and much more! The post Say Cheese! For Recent Reader Livestock Photos appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Contents: What is a Bumble Bee? Types of Bumble Bees Bumble Bee Quick Facts Bumble Bee Biology Bumble Bee vs Carpenter Bee: How to Identify a Bumble Bee Bumble Bee Habitat Bumble Bee Control, Prevention, and Removal Bumble Bee Conservation…
Kate Larsson became a professional artist just two years after retiring from her career as a marketing executive for Xerox Corp. Supporting herself as an artist for the past 24 years, she has a lot to say about being successful…
