Why to Think Twice About Starting a Farm Petting Zoo
February 28, 2014A farm petting zoo is a big undertaking. Consider this advice before starting one on your farm.
Antibiotic Use to be Phased Out in Food Production
December 17, 2013The FDA begins a three-year phase-out of medically important antimicrobials in food-production animals.
Farm Fantasy Meets Homesteading Reality
November 11, 2013Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Reality and I homestead a small piece of property a few hundred miles south of Fantasy Land.
Everyone Poops—What Matters Is How You Handle It
October 14, 2013Animals have more to add to your farm than meat, milk, eggs and fiber. Here’s how you can turn their manure into a valuable fertilizer for your soil.
Why Keep Crop and Livestock Records?
August 19, 2013Working the land might be your main passion, but by keeping accurate records of your planting and husbandry activities, you can keep tabs on the farm and plan for the future.
Kill Pests Naturally with Diatomaceous Earth
July 1, 2013Martok the blogging goat answers your questions.
13 Farm Resolutions for 2013
January 1, 2013Make the most of your farm operation this year with these tips from cooperative-extension specialists.
How to Manage Q Fever
December 21, 2012Keep your livestock and yourself safe from Q fever with these management tips.
8 Homesteading Books for Your Home Library
December 18, 2012These editor selections from Hobby Farm Home’s 2012 Good Reading column will be an asset to your hobby-farm bookshelf.
