Build Your Own Chicken
Many of us in the homestead movement have realized that our dependence upon commercial hatcheries for our broiler chicks is a weakness in our sustainable food chain. As our technocrat…
Month: September 2024
Biocontrols For Soil Borne Pests
Predatory nematodes are tiny, worm-like organisms that feed on other soil-dwelling creatures such as insects and mites. These microscopic predators have been gaining popularity in the agricultural industry as a…
How To Preserve Meat
It feels good to have a freezer full of meat. Ours are filled with chicken that we raised and processed ourselves and beef that we purchase in bulk from our…
High Hopes For Better Harvests
Ants, those pesky insects belonging to the family Formicidae, can cause significant problems in your garden or greenhouse. While they don’t directly harm plants, their activities have wide-ranging consequences for…
The Gas of Life
The-powers-that-should-not-be are pumping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere; compressing it into liquid; and pumping it across the country in decommissioned natural gas pipelines. Then, it is pumped underground. The intended…
Nutrient Cycling and Fertilizer
Over the past decade, most farmers in the organic, sustainable, and regenerative agriculture industry have heeded the warning that we’ve reached “peak phosphorous”; phosphorous being a nutrient produced through the…
Protecting Apple Trees From Wildlife
In this video Drew discusses using temporary electric fencing to keep bears and deer out of your fruit trees.
Turning Hoops Into Coops
Drew discusses repurposing hoop houses to create chicken hoops.
Growing Tomatoes in Growbags
Pruning indeterminate tomatoes is a key practice to manage their growth, improve air circulation, and enhance fruit quality. Here’s a detailed guide on how to prune indeterminate tomatoes effectively: 1.…