Gardening
Hobby Farms
GARDEN-FRIENDLY Mushrooms
Produce more of what you eat, make the most of your garden space and try something new by raising mushrooms.
8 min |
May - June 2023
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Improving Traction
It’s impressive how much power and versatility can be packed into relatively small tractors. Subcompact utility tractors and garden tractors often boast engine horsepower in the 20 to 25 range.
3 min |
May - June 2023
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Beyond Chicken
Raise and market specialty poultry for meat and profit.
8 min |
March - April 2023
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HOBBY FARMS PRESENT - GROWING GOOD
Meet Jeff Tober
2 min |
March - April 2023
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Provisions for Poultry
t's never my intention to embarrass my wife when we go out to dinner. Don't get me wrong.
7 min |
March - April 2023
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HIVE STYLES
There are several types of beehives to consider.
6 min |
March - April 2023
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PERENNIAL Perks
Perennials plants can produce and produce if you put in the work upfront.
7 min |
March - April 2023
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GROWING OUTSIDE THE LINES
Your USDA hardiness zone isn't the be-all and end-all when it comes to planting what and when.
9 min |
March - April 2023
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PEN & TELL'ER
Building a sustainable chicken tractor has its ups and downs.
7 min |
March - April 2023
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MORE SUPPORT
Before you hit the ground running, be sure to follow this advice for Individual outbuildings.
7 min |
March - April 2023
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POULTRY Plans
There isn't one correct way to raise chickens, as these two families show.
7 min |
March - April 2023
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TWO-WHEEL TRACTOR ESSENTIALS
Small but mighty, two-wheel tractors work great for gardeners, homesteaders, landscapers and farmers.
2 min |
March - April 2023
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Sweet Corn
Sweet corn is one of the universal tastes of the summer season.
6 min |
March - April 2023
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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 min |
March - April 2023
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An Industry in Crisis
The shortage of rural veterinarians can no longer be ignored.
10 min |
November - December 2022
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Working the Woodlot
How much wood could a hobby farmer cut, if a hobby farmer could use the wood?
9 min |
November - December 2022
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125 Farming Tips
Celebrate the 125th issue of Hobby Farms with 125 handy farming tips.
10+ min |
November - December 2022
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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 min |
November - December 2022
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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 min |
November - December 2022
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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 min |
November - December 2022
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Setting a STANDARD
Certified Naturally Grown offers a grassroots option for responsible agricultural production and guidance.
8 min |
November - December 2022
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Prepping for COLD WEATHER
It doesn't matter if the almanac says it'll be frosty, snowing, warmer than average or downright frozen, winter is coming and you and your farm need to be ready.
10+ min |
November - December 2022
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Farm Wells
While no longer plentiful, family farms dating back multiple generations still populate the scenic valley that I call home. From my farm, it's easy to think of a member of our farming community whose unique expertise lends itself well to the column topics I seek to cover. In each issue, I'll spotlight farming operations whose practices aren't only applicable across the country but that you can take and make use of for your own farm. - Hope Ellis-Ashburn
6 min |
November - December 2022
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ATV/UTV Enhancements
ATVs and UTVs are highly capable machines, especially when enhanced with attachments and implements.
3 min |
November - December 2022
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Sweet Scene
Will Wanish, an 18-year-old recent high-school graduate, knows W exactly what he wants to do for his future: manage his own business and build his passion for maple syrup. While some 2022 graduates are planning for college or working for someone else, Will is an entrepreneur at-heart and has been shaping his future for at least five years-driven and dedicated to securing "liquid gold" from maple trees.
2 min |