Hobby Farms - July/August 2019

TWO-WHEEL TRACTOR ESSENTIALS

Small but mighty, two-wheel tractors work great for gardeners, homesteaders, landscapers and farmers.

2 mins read

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Sweet Corn

Sweet corn is one of the universal tastes of the summer season.

6 mins read

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Rats in the Run?!

I couldn't believe my eyes. As bold as you please, a rat walked along the inside of my chickens' run and helped itself to my hens' food.

3 mins read

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An Industry in Crisis

The shortage of rural veterinarians can no longer be ignored.

10 mins read

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Working the Woodlot

How much wood could a hobby farmer cut, if a hobby farmer could use the wood?

9 mins read

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125 Farming Tips

Celebrate the 125th issue of Hobby Farms with 125 handy farming tips.

10+ mins read

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Meet Felicia

Did you know that you could get free technical assistance for your small farm from the National Center for Appropriate Technology (www.ncat.org)?

2 mins read

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breeds you need

Hundreds of varieties of livestock are suitable to raise on a hobby farm! Here are a few more.

7 mins read

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Surviving Winter

Winter is often a real nail-biter for beekeepers. We may think our honeybees have plenty of stores to get through the cold winter months, but then we sustain colony losses anyway. Fortunately, from sugar syrup and fondant to candy boards and beyond, you can offer some important extras to help your most vulnerable colonies make it through.

6 mins read

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Setting a STANDARD

Certified Naturally Grown offers a grassroots option for responsible agricultural production and guidance.

8 mins read

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