In a quiet corner of northern France, not far from the village of Le Bec-Hellouin, lies a farm that resembles less a traditional farm and more a thriving garden of life. On the surface, it seems ordinary—rows of vegetables, fruit…
Picture the endless Midwestern cornfields shimmering under the relentless mid-July sun. What looks like a peaceful, golden landscape hides a surprising atmospheric secret—one that’s quietly shaping the air we breathe. These vast seas of corn, unassuming as they may seem,…
Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or a backyard poultry enthusiast, creating the right environment for your chickens is paramount to their health, productivity, and overall well-being. Understanding their needs is important, and in this guide, we will take you through…
In hobby farms, chickens are often the first and easiest to keep and raise. The pasture-raised system is one of the ways to manage these animals. In this guide on raising chickens on pasture, you can look at the numerous…
Honey bees are among nature’s most efficient workers, but how much honey does a single bee produce? While the answer might surprise you (it’s not much!), the real magic lies in the power of teamwork. An individual honey bee doesn’t…
Beekeeping is a fascinating hobby for farmers and even a potential avenue for income. In this article, we’ll explore the factors to consider when aiming to become a profitable beekeeper and determine the number of beehives needed to achieve this…
You love nature; you love the countryside; you want to be more self-sufficient, and most of all, you want to be environmentally conscious and ensure the food you eat is produced sustainably for the environment. Do you want to start…
A wether goat is a castrated male goat that has been sterilized by removing its testicles. Whether goats have distinct needs and serve specific purposes, they can be part of a goat herd within a sustainable farming system or be…
For thousands of years, farmers milked their cows by hand, a labour-intensive task that required skill, patience, and a deep understanding of the animals. The advent of the Industrial Revolution brought about the first significant shift in this practice. In…
Cow manure holds a significant role in agricultural production systems. It has been used across various cultures for its primary function as a fertiliser for a long time. With growing concerns about environmental sustainability and the impact of agriculture on…